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The term retrograde is from the Latin word retrogradus – "backward-step", the affix retro-meaning "backwards" and gradus "step". Retrograde is most commonly an adjective used to describe the path of a planet as it travels through the night sky, with respect to the zodiac, stars, and other bodies of the celestial canopy. In this context, the ...
Retrograde motion in astronomy is, in general, orbital or rotational motion of an object in the direction opposite the rotation of its primary, that is, the central object (right figure). It may also describe other motions such as precession or nutation of an object's rotational axis .
Mercury retrograde, which happens three to four times a year, is not only the most common retrograde of all; it’s arguably the most well-known celestial occurrence, too. And it’s an important one.
The first Mercury retrograde of 2024 spans from April 1 to 25. The effects of the retrograde period have already started. Mercury entered its pre-retrograde shadow on March 18. Mercury will be in ...
Five planets are going to be retrograde in the summer of 2024. Here are the dates for Mercury retrograde, Venus retrograde, Saturn retrograde, Neptune retrograde, Pluto retrograde and more.
In astrology, this backward movement was traditionally thought to be unlucky or inauspicious, as it went against the 'natural' order of movement (or 'direct movement' as it is known). Most modern astrologers consider the retrograde movement of a planet to be malefic, indicative of stress or difficulty. For example, the retrograde movement of ...
However, retrograde motion of a planet is merely an illusion, the planet only appears to retrograde, actually it does not [2] and in which event if the faster planet is retrograde it can approach the slower planet from a later degree by backward motion which phenomenon is known as - "the applying aspect" in the Western astrology and the "Tajika ...
Tali Edut, one half of The AstroTwins, ELLE’s resident astrologers, breaks down the basics. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290 ...