Pluto’s meaning derives from it’s association with Scorpio and the 8th house. Pluto is associated with Hades a mythological figure, who’s domain is the underworld, the keeper of souls. Again, as I discussed with Mercury-Neptune we are bridging two distinctly different worlds together, one of the rational conscious mind, and the other of the underworld. In Pluto we find all that is repressed, hidden and taboo in society. Mercury is completely neutral in astrology, and in mythology he was the only planet who could travel to the underworld, suggesting the mind can travel anywhere.
Pluto rules all the taboo matters in life, such as death, sex, abuse, murder, crime, rapists, hate groups. In addition, Pluto also rules all the transforming elements in life. The metamorphosis of the caterpillar into a Butterfly. The phoenix a mythical bird rising out of it’s own ashes. Regeneration, renewal, the cycle of death and rebirth. Pluto symbolizes our resourcefulness in a crisis situation, it also rules the mysterious and the unknown.
The further away a planet is from the Sun the more powerful it is. Pluto is the smallest and farthest planet from the Sun. Pluto can change our fundamental perception of reality and this is how the pathway opens for Mercury into Pluto. Through the intellect we become an agent for change and transformation (Pluto).
Mercury is the tour guide of the mind into the lower depths, and we face a long and perilous journey into the dark depths of the unknown, and into the shadow side of life. This may take us into deep depression, paranoia, destructiveness and obsession . In the Tarot Pluto is linked with the Death card, and it is the most feared card in the deck, it suggests an inevitable fate of some kind, an ending which makes way for new cycle of growth to begin. A necessary change, but one that is frightening to the ego. Under Pluto’s domain we are often forced to let go. Pluto will bring us to the brink of devastation, and force us into deep reflection.
Pluto in contact to Mercury is suggesting the perception of a new reality. The process of inner growth will penetrate and transform the mind. Pluto contains a storehouse of riches, but we need to travel deep within ourselves to obtain it. Mercury-Pluto will delve deeply into all nature, primal desires and urges. Transformation of this kind means leaving our previous floor of consciousness, and taking the lift down into the basement. The specific meaning of this mythological journey between Mercury and Pluto, is to attain knowledge, and to “know” one’s own dark depths.
LIARS, FIBBERS, CHEATERS, and downright twisters of the truth, how can these traits be seen astrologically in the natal chart, I do believe some propensity to lie can be seen in all the Mercury aspects in astrology they all just do it in different ways, which I will explain later on. There are many reasons to lie and not all lying is for manipulative purposes, some people need to lie as a way to survive, others lie to make themselves appear more interesting. Many people get paid to LIE like journalists, politician’s, clothing assistant’s, and advertisers. Deception can also be used to create a different sense of self, as some individuals are not happy with themselves as they are and want to be like someone else, to gain a desperate need for approval. We are all liars to some degree and we all have the ability to lie or we wouldn’t have Mercury or Gemini in our chart!
The Trickster in Myth and Modern day Movies:
Mercury (trickster) is the god of quick thinking, magic, illusion, communication, and also the divine manipulator. Mercury is considered the protector of thieves and businessmen, is skilled in story telling and games. On the negative side he can be crafty, calculating and false.
Modern Day Trickster’s
Both of these are fictional characters and are very lovable and amusing. Which says a lot about the Mercurial character represented by Gemini and it’s ruler Mercury. The first ”trickster” is Ace Venturer played by Jim Carrey.
Here is a description of Ace in the movie:
Ace Ventura is an eccentric and histrionic detective who specializes in cases involving pet animals. Ace possesses extreme vanity, extraordinary powers of observation, and equally great powers of deduction. He has a tendency to use foul language and to make vulgar jokes, as in the scene where he manually moves the halves of his rump to simulate a speaking mouth. He often draws complex, correct conclusions, but does not reveal them until a critical moment. He is sexually promiscuous, talkative, dedicated, and clever. It is implied in a scene in the first film that he was originally a member of the police force, but left because he resented his superiors pointing out all the mistakes he made.
The second Mercurial character is Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean:
Sparrow is the Pirate Lord of the Caribbean Sea and can be treacherous, surviving mostly by using wit and negotiation rather than weapons and force; although he will fight if necessary, he tries to flee most dangerous situations. Sparrow is introduced seeking to regain his ship the Black Pearl from his mutinous first mate Hector Barbs in the first film, and in the sequels, attempts to escape his blood debt to the legendary Davy Jones while battling the East India Trading Co.
Mercuryin Aspect
Mercury is the planet of communication, verbal expression. Mercury will tell us how we communicate and what we are interested in. I will look at Mercury in aspect to other planets, and lets see how Mercury changes his communication depending on who he is paired with in the natal chart.
Mercury/Jupiter Promises TOO MUCH andcannot deliver what he promised. Mercury-Jupiter can EXAGGERATE!!!! Individuals with this aspect can be very eager and enthusiastic, but they tend to lose interest, and wander off making more BIG PLANS without even putting their last idea into any practical form. The aspect has often been called full of hot air, and often they do not realize how they have exaggerated and distorted the facts because of OVER ENTHUSIASM.
Mercury/Saturn This aspect does not appear to be a LIAR. Here is what Liz Greene has to say on the aspect between these two planets in her book “Saturn a New Look at an Old Devil”.
By Liz Greene: The curious expression of the chronic and uncontrollable liar is also one of the less attractive facets of Mercury-Saturn. But Saturn remains true to form here in that there must be present a reasonable degree of intelligence, sensitivity and complexity in order for such distortion or OVERCOMPENSATION to exist.
Mercury-Saturn often is afraid of appearing dull and less intelligent to others. A lot of these individuals have significant intellectual abilities. However they can bend the truth in order to have their way with people, sometimes at worst this only creates isolation for themselves because of their critical and scheming ways . (it is an excellent aspect for the politician/goverment.)
Mercury/Uranus These types are not prone to lying, as they protest for the TRUTH, but they can often champion one idea/belief rather rebelliously. And then all of a SUDDEN these individuals can turn around and radically oppose the same statement they were championing. Which only tends to make them come across as contradictory. And if confronted with their own contradictory statements they will deny they said such an idea or belief, and be very offended. Individuals with Mercury in aspect to Uranus will often say they are MISUNDERSTOOD.
Mercury/Neptune individuals with this aspect are confused as to what the truth is. They can be highly GULLIBLE themselves, and may therefore understand how other people can equally be prone to deception, and cheat and deceive other people for they know their MENTAL VULNERABILITIES. The IMAGINATIVE quality is often over emphasized and problems of perception can be created . These individuals can make mistakes in judgments and misinterpret the facts. The aspect can also manifest as SELF DECEPTION, and there is also the inability to distinguish between the real and unreal.
Mercury/Pluto This aspect has a natural investigative ability, their penetrating insights can sometimes lack sensitivity. Individuals with Mercury in aspect to Pluto may try to mentally dominate others, they find it difficult to trust others, yet it can be a form of projection as they themselves can be guilty of plotting and keeping secrets. The criminal master mind or the fighter of crime, this aspect understands the psychology of the criminal.
I Bought the Nostradamus book the other day. Liz Greene has given her astrological views of different countries and world events through the translations of Nostradamus himself. She briefly explained the chart of America in the book, and here is some of what she says on the aspect of Mercury-Pluto in America's natal chart.
“According to Dane Rudyhars chart of America: Perhaps one of the most significant aspects within the birth chart of the USA with which we can make some judgement about the future is the Mercury and Pluto opposition. This configuration within an individual’s natal chart signifies a most interesting potential character. Seen as a characteristic of a nation, it would illustrate well, on the positve side, great subtlety, an interest in the invisible or hidden side of life – such as concern in America for psychoanalysis, spiritualism, and religious cults. America was the first country to conduct reputable experiments in parapsychology. This along with an ability to penetrate to the truth and recognize the lies of others.
On the negative side it can reflect obsessive secrecy, deceptiveness, and undercover dealings. It’s one of the astrological placements that can (not necessarily will) produce a superb liar. As a national characteristic, it has it’s good points, one is a willingness to explore the world of the psyche. Other counties such as the United Kingdom and France, seen reluctant to do this. In the UK even C.G Jung is not taught within university curriculum’s, except within the religious departments. In America it is possible to acquire a degree in mythology and there is even discussions on the “West Coast” of starting astrology courses within universities because interest in these hidden aspects of life is not considered “weird”.
An area of negative aspect of Mercury-Pluto opposition is corruption in economic dealings in the form of secrecy. The amassing of wealth appears an immoral or unethical activity. Ironically, Americans see themselves as open, honest and frank in all areas of life. They criticize the British for being withdrawn, lacking in expression of their emotions, and non communicative. Yet beneath the surface of apparent extroversion, Americans can sometimes be private about their inner lives. This is supported by a Mercury-Pluto opposition from Cancer to Capricorn in the American natal chart, which is a specific configuration that reflects a collective difficulty in expressing thoughts and feelings, and communication which appears to be open but conceals a great deal. The ubiquitous use of jargon, “buzz” and slang words, and “politically correct” expressions all reflect this kind of evasion. This is a general trend rather than a personal failing and suggests things are never quite as they appear to be, especially how America as a whole expresses itself to other countries, and in the way the government presents itself to the people. This enigmatic characteristic is typical in individuals of the Mercury-Pluto aspect.
We saw this aspect most readily within the 1992 presidential election in which everyone seemed on the surface to b so enthusiastic, flag waving and excited. But at the same time there were rumours of numerous “dirty tricks” to discredit the candidates. This can be seen as a style of communication within the natal chart, even a congenital condition, of putting things away obliquely. This is part of the American way. ”
Pluto’s meaning derives from it’s association with Scorpio and the 8th house. Pluto is associated with Hades a mythological figure, who’s domain is the underworld, the keeper of souls. Again, as I discussed with Mercury-Neptune we are bridging two distinctly different worlds together, one of the rational conscious mind, and the other of the underworld. In Pluto we find all that is repressed, hidden and taboo in society. Mercury is completely neutral in astrology, and in mythology he was the only planet who could travel to the underworld, suggesting the mind can travel anywhere.
