Saturn in Aries
Saturn is the last visible planet in the solar system, representing the outer limits of our reality and the literal barrier between the planets we can see with our naked eye and those of which we need a microscope for: Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
Just like the unmistakable rings that mark Saturn in our sky, Saturn in astrology represents the boundaries of reality, the borders of one idea to the next. He is the traditionalist, the one who preserves the rituals of society and helps maintain the status quo, what is “socially acceptable.” Saturn teaches lessons through a series of shut doors or when you’re facing restriction and limitation in your life, showing you how you can do more with less.
Saturn takes 29.5 years to move through the twelve zodiac signs, so your Saturn Return around the ages of 28-31 is a very important astrological transit to note. This period of time, repeated again around 56-59, marks a moment where all your lessons about life reach a major culmination. You are finally integrating all parts of yourself from your prior years, officially reaching “maturity.” People may notice who they once were is no longer relevant or important for their future, resulting in breakups, career changes, or personal crises that question the meaning of their own reality. If you have been avoiding an important issue or matter in your life, you can expect it to be carried back around during your Saturn return.
In Hellenistic astrology, Saturn is considered a malefic planet, meaning he brings challenges and other hardships when activated. He is a member of the Day team, so if you were born during the Day, Saturn is generally more constructive and can help you build long-term achievements. Saturn rules Capricorn and Aquarius, is exalted in Libra, fallen in Aries, and detriment in Cancer and Leo.
Let’s look in more detail at Saturn in Aries. Please note these write-ups are more generalized, and the way your Saturn placement manifests is unique within your birthchart. To learn more about your birthchart, request a reading here.
To read about Saturn in the other signs, go here.
Saturn in Aries
Aries is a fiery, hot, and active sign that’s ruled by Mars. Ruled by the other malefic planet, in such a quick and aggressive atmosphere, Saturn is since considered fallen in Aries. This is also because Aries is opposite the sign Saturn is exalted in, which is Libra. Saturn in Libra is about justice and fairness for all parties involved, weighing each of the options, and making an informed decision. Saturn in Aries tends to see their own answers as the best solution, and often pushes forward their action without considering the needs of others. While this will lead to faster decision-making, there is a tendency to be more individualized in one's thinking with Saturn in Aries.
Saturn also usually represents our values and moral responsibility, especially in regard to society and collectivism, and beliefs about what consequences can be expected from our actions. Saturn in Aries chooses their own beliefs, often based on their experience or perspective about life. They tend to ignore what has been the traditional philosophy of society and choose to live life on their own terms. This is helpful especially when societal beliefs are old and outdated, but can be challenging when asked to reach a compromise. Sometimes this also leads to a distorted view of boundaries. Saturn in Aries folks can have a lack of boundaries on certain parts of their life, perhaps because they believe or had experienced something differently, and choose to uphold that belief over the general consensus. They can also be too strict about certain boundaries, again because their life experience has taught them one way, and that experience is now a direct shaping of their belief.
Saturn in Aries folks can have more structure and long-lasting support when it comes to pushing forward their actions. They can be passionately driven and won’t let anything stand in their way when it comes to an action or outcome they desire. They are often not deterred by setbacks, which can make it a powerful sign for taking calculated risks. But, by lacking external input, they may also be lacking important information about the overall outcome.
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There is so much more to look at when it comes to Saturn in your chart, including neighboring planets, the position of the sign ruler, and aspects to Saturn! To learn more about your birthchart, request a reading here.
