When is Saturn in Aries?
Saturn enters Aries: May 24, 2025
Retrograde back into Pisces: September 1, 2025
Back in Aries: February 14, 2026 – April 12, 2028
What is the role of Saturn in Astrology?
Saturn is one of the malefic planets in astrology, and as such, it tends to hold many of the negative and darker aspects in life. Saturn can be the source of sorrow, misery, grief, long-lasting punishment, and chronic (mental or physical) illness. Saturn also rules the elderly, ancient or obsolete things, old doings, slander, deceit, and disputes. If you are going through a difficult time in life, a Saturn transit or placement could indicate exactly what karmic issue you must resolve to alleviate the suffering.
KEYWORDS FOR SATURN: Source of sorrow, misery, long-lasting punishment, grief, depressions, tears, deceit, childlessness, miserable, captivities, mishaps, slander, disrepute, and trouble, old doings, help from ancient or obsolete things or older persons, help from elder brother, childlessness, widowhood, orphanhood
What does Aries represent in Astrology?
“The element of fire is related to the function of the intuition and is often linked with spirit, energy, and the initial source of life and consciousness.” – Liz Greene, Saturn a New Look at an Old Devil
Like the Spirit of Spring, Aries is fiery, innovative, passionate, and ready to lead and bring new life into being. Because of this tendency, Aries is quick to move to the next wave of ideas and often comes off as impatient.
Aries is the first sign of the twelve, making it the pioneer of the zodiac. It embodies passion, charisma, and enthusiasm for new mental or physical adventures.
Aries, being the first sign, has a touch of innocence and an overwhelming desire to individuate from others. When this sign takes center stage in the Cosmic energy flow, we are invited to embody this energy by becoming more aware of ourselves and being self-interested.
KEYWORDS FOR ARIES: Impulsivity, rapid response, action, courage, daring, dominant, triumphant, naturally radiant, aggressive, enthusiastic, passionate attitude, lacks tact and subtly, Pushy, impatient, rude, directionless, self-starter, headstrong, adventurous
What is the lesson of Saturn in Aries?
“Saturn in fire may appear to produce problems which are more philosophical than real in nature.” – Liz Greene, Saturn a New Look at an Old Devil
When Saturn enters Aries on May 24, 2025, he enters his place of fall. Meaning, Saturn is outside his norm and must learn how to perform his duty unconventionally. Normally, when Saturn is in his own territory, he can be cautious and calm without extra pressure. But when in the place of Aries, Saturn must learn to be more spontaneous and willing to express his passions in a headstrong, self-starting manner. Due to this conflict, Saturn struggles here until he learns how to navigate this foreign place of Aries.
“Saturn in the terms or signs of Mars makes (people who are) very dull and feeble, miserable and fearing all, cowering in their minds, squalid, always injuring their own heart with sorrows”
– Manetho, Lopilato
One of the ways that Saturn in Aries can manifest is through our struggle with cowardly thinking and thwarting authenticity due to not standing up for what we believe in. Fear can overtake us due to feeling like we are in unknown territory and not having the “certifications” or “right” to act so spontaneously. Even our government can feel out of place and feel that they are losing control over the people due to rapid technological development, which can develop into a need to overcompensate and enforce more rules and regulations.
“One of the main qualities which appears to accompany Saturn in Aries…is a lack of self-assertion of a positive kind.” – Liz Greene.
Overcompensating or suppressive behavior can also manifest in our personal lives, especially in the houses ruled by Aries in our birth chart. Take a look at what house Aries rules to gain some insight into where you can develop more courage and spontaneity.
The need to overexert to prove a point or not take responsibility for yourself can lead to exile from both a community and Divinity. But this transit doesn’t have to manifest this way. Saturn in Aries can reconnect you to the center of your being-ness and resource you to know what deeply makes you..you.
Saturn in Aries in Fall: “possibly the most difficult side of it is a tendency to be cut off from both the flow of outer life and the flow of inner life so that the individual is stranded in a very small and very arid area of his psyche” – Liz Greene
How to Reduce the Negative Effects of Saturn in Aries?
“Saturn in Aries is like a world leader or Olympic athlete who isn’t sure what to do next. They may gain followers and fans and friends, but due to lack of faith in themselves, any self-doubt or opposition to their position could cause them to retreat from the metaphorical battlefield.” – Aliza Enhorn, The Little Book of Saturn
See Saturn in Aries as an opportunity to understand your position and passion in life. This is not the time to back down and be a coward from what you believe in, but to reconnect to the essential parts of what makes you different and stand up for yourself. No one can do it like you and if they could, they wouldn’t. Saturn in Aries is a wonderful opportunity to wear your armor and prepare for a deeper exploration of self and identity in the world.
~~ A Tarot Card for Meditation | 3 of Wands ~~
Questions to ask yourself during Saturn in Aries
- What new opportunities lie ahead of me & how can I best prepare?
- How can I continue to expand my horizon sustainably?
- What can I create within my restrictions and limitations?
Saturn in Aries through the signs
Aries Rising
Saturn will transit your first house of self, identity, and impact in the world. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience mental or physical limitations and figure out how to expand your sense of self from within. By the end of the transit, you’ll be stronger and more confident in yourself than ever!
Taurus Rising
Saturn will transit your twelfth house of mental health and self-undoing. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here in his place of joy, you are bound to experience a significant time of deep reflection to realize a major chapter of your life is ending. By the end of this transit, you’ll be mentally and spiritually stronger!
Gemini Rising
Saturn will transit your eleventh house of influential friends and wishes and dreams. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience a solidification of what you desire out of life and who can support you in achieving this. By the end of this transit, you’ll have a small, yet powerful group of friends/network who have your back.
Cancer Rising
Saturn will transit your tenth house of career and public life. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience more responsibility in career or public life and reap what you’ve sown. By the end of this transit, you’ll figure how you will continue to climb the ladder of success and be an influential figure to the public.
Leo Rising
Saturn will transit your ninth house of higher education and long-distance travel. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience more structure in your learning experience and could become a mentor of sorts too. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand what you believe and how you conduct yourself based on this belief.
Virgo Rising
Saturn will transit your eighth house of other people’s resources and intimacy. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience more vulnerable situations with others and learn how to master your emotions instead of repeating old patterns. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand yourself and other people better.
Libra Rising
Saturn will transit your seventh house of partnership and roles. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to understand roles in relationships and what is right and wrong for you and the partnership. By the end of this transit, you’ll be a better partner to yourself and others.
Scorpio Rising
Saturn will transit your sixth house of work and lifestyle. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience some karmic lessons around your health and working habits. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand how you need to live your life and the work that can support you in doing so (not the other way around).
Sagittarius Rising
Saturn will transit your fifth house of children and creativity. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience some tough lessons around children and the seriousness of reconnecting with your inner child. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand how to protect your time for creativity and or spending time with your children.
Capricorn Rising
Saturn will transit your fourth house of the home and family. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience renovations in the home & within the soul and sense of belonging. By this transit’s end, your connection to self and family will be stronger than ever.
Aquarius Rising
Saturn will transit your third house of short-distance travel and communication. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience restrictions on traveling and where you can go on a daily basis. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand your neighborhood better and know how to communicate to expand your horizons.
Pisces Rising
Saturn will transit your second house of money and values. As Saturn, the planet of discipline and restriction, is here, you are bound to experience restrictions on how you spend your money due to matured values. By the end of this transit, you’ll understand how to use your income to improve your life later.
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