Saturn in Libra
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 Libra
Libra is a cardinal air sign ruled by Venus, and is the exaltation place for Saturn. Here, Saturnian values are lifted up and admired, and Saturn himself is well respected and well-resourced to pursue his agenda. Opposite the sign of Aries, Libra represents others, relationships, and the beauty of social connections which it values over individualized needs and actions. Saturn supports these values through social norms, boundaries, and justice. Having strong moral justice and notions of right and wrong helps support society and encourages forward momentum, as everyone knows the collective is working to better the needs of the whole, and those that break the rules will be appropriately affected. While Libra is a personable sign, Saturn here can be more detached from individual responses, which can help keep the longer end goal in mind where everyone benefits.
The challenge of Saturn in Libra is being too rigid or cold when it comes to matters of justices, morals, and right or wrong. They can sometimes be fixed in their beliefs, or continue to hold forth a certain moral value even when society is shifting or changing in a way that means some of those values are outdated. They can also be too concerned with the input from others, seeking to hear everyone out and play devil's advocate, which can be challenging when an unpopular decision needs to be made. As structured as they are, they are helpful when it comes to keeping a group together or inline, and getting everyone on the same page.
A younger or undeveloped Saturn in Libra may be a little too concerned with other people’s input and values, and will need to practice their own boundaries when it comes to what information they take in and what they leave behind. However, once developed, those with Saturn in Libra can be natural-born leaders with their work as they hold a responsibility for all of society to function together and in harmony. They just may need to accept that not everyone will agree with them, and it’s okay to welcome differing opinions, especially if they teach the group something new.
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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.
