November 2025 – A Month of Inner Fire and Faith

“When the fire within meets the patience of faith, the soul is forged anew.
November’s stars teach that courage shines brightest in silence”

Introduction – When Mars Ignites the Soul

The month of November 2025 opens under the watchful gaze of Mars, the planet of action, strength, courage, and transformation. With a Full Moon in Aries on 5 Nov 2025 and a New Moon in Scorpio on 20 Nov 2025, both Mars-ruled signs, the tone of this month is defined by willpower, endurance, and the need to act with clarity rather than impulse.   In the sign of Scorpio, Mars is powerful yet introspective. Unlike the outward confidence of Aries, Scorpio draws energy inward—probing the hidden depths of the mind, confronting fears, and finding the courage to cut away what weakens the spirit. This is a time to recognise what has been ignored or suppressed.

As the Bhagavad Gita (6:5) reminds us, “Let a man lift himself by his own self; let him not lower himself, for the Self alone is the friend and the Self alone is the foe.”     This month teaches that true strength lies not in outward struggle but in mastering one’s inner battlefield.

 

The Dance of Mercury and Mars – Words with Fire

Around 9 Nov 2025, Mercury stations retrograde, retracing its path to meet fiery Mars again on 12 Nov 2025. Their conjunction in Scorpio stirs the waters of communication, potentially bringing confusion, sharp words, or technological delays. The cosmos is asking us to pause, reflect, and respond, not react. Travel plans and digital projects may need flexibility; patience will be the bridge across misunderstandings.  This phase is best used for introspection, writing, research, or renegotiation—anything that requires revisiting the past to gain clearer insight. Mars gives determination, while Mercury offers analysis; together they urge us to turn chaos into wisdom.

 

Venus in Libra – Restoring Balance Amid Turbulence

By early November, Venus re-enters Libra, her own sign, and acts as a soothing influence amidst the Mars-Mercury storms. She reminds us of diplomacy, fairness, and the gentle art of listening. Relationships, though tested, can reach new understanding through honest dialogue. Yet as Venus later moves into Scorpio on 26 Nov 2026, emotional intensity replaces polite restraint—truths will be spoken from the heart, even if they sting.

 

The Cosmic Triangle – Saturn, Neptune, and Rahu

Meanwhile, Saturn’s conjunction with Neptune in Pisces continues to blur the line between duty and dream. Many may feel suspended between what is real (Saturn) and what could be (Neptune). This uncertain blend tests faith but also opens channels for spiritual perception. Rahu’s aspect from Aquarius injects revolutionary energy—innovation and reform emerge from discontent. The collective mood asks, ‘How can idealism be grounded in practical service?

The Katha Upanishad (1.3.14) offers guidance: “Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached”.    The message is simple—move forward with faith, even when the path is unclear.

 

Jupiter Retrograde in Cancer – Faith Tested, Faith Strengthened

On 11 Nov 2025, Jupiter turns retrograde at the first degree of Cancer, its exaltation sign. This placement symbolizes nurturing wisdom and the faith that sustains life. Yet when retrograde, Jupiter hides visible progress, creating alternating waves of hope and doubt. Projects may slow, promises may pause, and patience becomes the true measure of belief.  The scriptures call Jupiter Guru—the light that dispels darkness. When that light turns inward, as now, divine guidance operates silently. What feels delayed is only being refined. Keep trust alive; by June 2026, when Jupiter returns direct to this point, today’s uncertainties will reveal their hidden blessings.

 

Saturn Direct in Pisces – Steady Hands on the Wheel

As Jupiter steps backward, Saturn stations direct in Pisces, preparing to move forward. Plans that once felt stagnant begin to realign. Saturn represents karma—the long-term results of effort. Its steady motion reminds us that while faith must sustain us (Jupiter), discipline must carry us (Saturn). Together, these giants form a sacred balance of Śraddhā (faith) and Karma (action).  

The Bhagavad Gita (3:19) declares, “Therefore, without attachment, perform your duty, for by doing work without attachment one attains the Supreme.”   Let this be the mantra for November: work steadily, expect delays without despair, and trust the divine timing of results.

 

The Two Moons of Mars – Trials and Transformation

Both lunar phases this month occur in the houses of Mars—the Full Moon in Aries on 5 Nov 2025 and the New Moon in Scorpio on 19 Nov 2025. These lunations mark powerful points of initiation and renewal. Aries inspires outward courage and action, while Scorpio draws that same fire inward for purification and rebirth. It is as if life first shows us what must be faced (Full Moon) and then grants the strength to begin again (New Moon).  The New Moon at 4° Scorpio unites the Sun, Moon, Mercury, and Mars in one transformative cluster, forming a crucible of inner awakening. The Moon, deeply debilitated in Scorpio, reflects our vulnerability and emotional fatigue—yet within that darkness lies the seed of resilience. The watery depths of Scorpio nurture quiet regeneration, unseen but powerful.

The Bhagavad Gita (2:70) reminds us of the wise one “whom the flood of desires cannot disturb.”  This is the meditation of this lunation—to remain centred even as the tides of life surge. Between 17 and 21 November, create sacred pauses—rest, simplify, and protect emotional boundaries.

Mars strong in Scorpio and Jupiter’s nurturing aspect from Cancer offer divine strength amid chaos. Trust that breakdown precedes breakthrough. Light candles, chant softly, or engage in silent service—these are acts of alignment with cosmic rhythm. For in this dark night of the Moon, the soul learns to glow from within.

The Jupiter  Opposite Puto – Power and Purpose

Throughout the month, Jupiter stands opposite Pluto in Capricorn, highlighting the tension between moral growth and worldly control. Systems, governments, and institutions may undergo tests of integrity. On a personal level, this is where conscience confronts ambition. When faith and humility guide power, transformation becomes sacred; when ego dominates, turmoil follows.   This cosmic alignment invites each of us to redefine success—not as conquest but as alignment with dharma, the right path.

 

A Month of Hidden Strength — From Darkness to Light

November 2025 is not about outward expansion; it is about inner reconstruction. The planets invite us to dig deep, face the truth, and lay foundations for enduring growth. While Mercury and Mars stir the mind into motion, Venus brings grace and reconciliation. Jupiter demands faith, and Saturn teaches discipline. Together, they create the divine alchemy through which strength transforms into wisdom.

In the stillness of Scorpio’s season, we are reminded of the timeless Upanishadic invocation:
“From the unreal, lead me to the real;
From darkness, lead me to light;
From death, lead me to immortality.” — (Bṛhadāraṇyaka Upaniṣad 1.3.28)

This is the message of November 2025—a crucible of inner alchemy. Mars fuels courage, Mercury sharpens awareness, Jupiter tests faith, and Saturn insists on perseverance. Outward turbulence mirrors inward transformation.  Align your will with wisdom, act decisively yet consciously, communicate truthfully, and trust divine timing. Chaos is not punishment—it is purification. Just as the churning of the cosmic ocean produced nectar, so too does life’s agitation refine the soul.  When the month closes, what remains is not exhaustion but awakening—the quiet strength of one who has walked through darkness and found light within.

Effects on the 12 Sidereal Zodiac Signs

1.Aries: The Full Moon lights your sign, bringing insight into identity and purpose. With Mars powerful in Scorpio, hidden emotions surface for cleansing. Channel energy into healing rather than conflict; decisions made with clarity will empower you for the year ahead.

2. Taurus:  Venus, your ruler, strengthens your confidence early in the month. Later, as she enters Scorpio, partnerships deepen through honesty. Career paths may shift—embrace change with grace. Remember, diplomacy creates enduring harmony.

3. Gemini: Mercury’s retrograde urges reflection on communication and health. Double-check documents and slow down in travel. Jupiter’s support brings wisdom through quiet study. Re-evaluate priorities before acting—what you revise now becomes your strength later.

4. Cancer: Jupiter retrograde in your sign expands inner faith but tests patience. Trust divine timing. The New Moon in Scorpio rekindles creativity and love. Share from the heart without expectation; the joy of giving nurtures you most.

5. Leo: The Sun in Scorpio draws focus to family and emotional foundations. Mars and Mercury bring intensity—avoid pride in discussions. By mid-month, clarity returns. True leadership now means listening and protecting rather than commanding.

6. Virgo: Your ruler Mercury walks backward through Scorpio and Libra. Review strategies and communications with care. Once direct, new ideas take shape. Service brings purification—use your intellect to heal rather than criticise.

7. Libra: Venus in your sign grants grace and charm. Relationships blossom with understanding, but later her move into Scorpio brings deeper lessons of attachment and surrender. Balance love with self-respect; beauty is born from truth.

8. Scorpio: Your realm hosts Mars, Sun, Mercury, and Venus this month—a surge of power and transformation. Shed old skins. Meditation and silence will stabilise strong emotions. Let intuition, not impulse, guide your steps; renewal follows release.

9. Sagittarius: Your teacher Jupiter turns inward, pulling your focus to faith and solitude. Reflection outweighs ambition now. Saturn’s steady pace supports practical planning—draft, don’t launch. Wisdom grows in silence; your light will return soon.

10. Capricorn: With Saturn direct and Jupiter retrograde, professional momentum restarts but slowly. The Full Moon highlights balance between home and duty. Avoid rigidity—allow evolution in goals. Perseverance with humility brings lasting progress.

11. Aquarius: Rahu stirs originality and unconventional ideas. Saturn’s forward motion brings grounded progress. Collaborations and teaching flourish when guided by sincerity. Detach from outcomes; innovation anchored in dharma endures.

12. Pisces: Saturn in your sign strengthens maturity, and Jupiter blesses insight from within. The New Moon inspires meditation and emotional healing. Spiritual practice becomes your compass—walk the middle path between faith and effort.

 

Key Insight:  When the fire of action is tempered by the water of wisdom, transformation becomes liberation.

 

Points to Ponder Upon

  • What inner battle is Mars asking me to face with courage?
  • How can Mercury’s delays teach mindfulness?
  • Where do faith (Jupiter) and discipline (Saturn) need balance in my life?
  • Can I transform desire (Venus in Scorpio) into devotion?
  • How might I turn uncertainty into a tool for awakening?

 

 

Ravinder Grover

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