Uranus Overview
The planet Uranus is rich in symbolism and mythology. While it’s also commonly referred to in astrology, Uranus is well-studied in science as well. In this post, we’re going to talk about planet Uranus, including what it means to have it in each of the zodiac signs in a natal astrology chart.
Uranus in Science
Found in the year 1781, Uranus was the first planet ever discovered with a telescope! Unlike planet earth, this particular planet has a total of 27 moons! Interestingly, Uranus not only rotates completely on its side, but it also rotates from east to west!
Although a day on Uranus would only last approximately 17 hours, this planet is known as a slow–moving planet because it takes 84 years to make a full cycle around the sun. Uranus, like Saturn, has rings, but these rings are much thinner and lighter, making them less visible. If we were to look closely, however, we would see a total of 13 of these rings!
Symbolism of Mercury
Born of the void of chaos, Uranus (or Ouranos in Greek mythology) was the first being ever created within the universe. Later, he became the consort of Gaia (Earth) and the father of the Titans.
When it comes to the symbol of Uranus, as seen in the image, it represents several things. First, the circle represents the Earth, while the stick above it is meant to be an arrow pointing up. Everything in between the outer lines represents the heavens.
Uranus in Astrology
Change, Freedom, Individuality, Innovation, & Rebellion.
Making rebels, engineers, and inventors, Uranus gives us energy that is totally original. Likewise, it’s quirky, innventive, and distracted. With extreme curiosity this planet is highly intelligent, but unpreditable.
However, as Uranus also has a need for freedom, it only learns what it chooses. Whatever that may be ensures Uranus knows everything about the subject, inside and out. Therefore, this is the planet with genius energy, or something similar to a mad scientist.
Age of Aquarius
Uranus is the ruling planet of the new age, which is famously known as the “Age of Aquarius!” We are now moving faster toward progression than human history has ever known or recorded. This is a complex era full of twists, turns, and likely many types of revolutions.
It is a time of constantly expanding scientific discoveries, tehcnological advancements, and rapid intellectual growth. AI is now a daily use and robots are on their way toward joining us in society. Yet, the Age of Aquarius also indicates many revolutions.
Uranus Through the Planets
As mentioned above, Uranus takes 84 years to completely orbit the sun. This is an incredibly long time when compared to earth’s brief 365 days, which is a single year! 84 years divided by twelve signs equals seven years that Uranus spends within a sign.
Since Uranus spends seven years in each zodiac sign, it means that it doesn’t change as frequently as other planets. Therefore, the majority of those within your generation will have Uranus in the same sign.
Uranus in Aries
Those born between 1927 to 1935 would have this placement. This ended the roaring 20‘s and immediately induced radical changes. Toward the end of this cycle, the stock market crashed and the Great Depression began. Uranus was in Aries again in 2010 to 2019, when the United States had Barrack Obama and Donald Trump for presidents. While the two couldn’t be more different, they were both rebellious leaders.
Uranus in Taurus
Anyone born between 1935 until 1942 would have this placement. During this time, the Great Depression was on the rise and many lived in scarcity. WWll began and women started taking the spotlight, such as Wonder Woman during her debut. From 2019 until 2026, Uranus will be in the sign of Taurus again. Again, women’s issues take center stage.
Uranus in Gemini
People born between 1942 until 1949 would have this placement. During this time, atomic weapons were used against Japan, history lived through the Cold War, and WWII continued until 1945. Because Gemini is about communication, this is when Anne Frank wrote her diary, cryptography grew in understanding, George Orwell released his novel Animal Farm, and the Dead Sea scrolls were found.
Uranus in Cancer
Those born between 1949 until 1956 would have this placement. Not ironically, this is the time when birth control was produced and infant formula was a new product sold to the public for the arrival of the baby boomers. After much war and conflict had finally ended, there was an intense focus on family under the rule of compassionate Cancer. This was when many families began eating in front of their new televisions in the evenings and most women lived as homemakers.
Uranus in Leo
Generations born between 1956 until 1962 would have this placement. Many baby boomers had grown into teenagers by this time. Rock and roll grew. Under the influence of royal Leo, the King himself, Elvis Presley, was crowned a master of music during his short life. Taking precedence, music and film shined brightly, while playfulness and sexuality teased the public eye.
Uranus in Virgo
People born between 1962 until 1968 would have this placement. During this time, the Civil Rights Movement fought against segregation, Stonewall riots began, Women’s Liberation was highlighted, and the Woodstock was a major experience. Meanwhile, robots began to perform human jobs, including the creation of ATMs, creating efficiency for the masses. Lastly, healthcare took a major focus and medicare was born.
Uranus in Libra
Anyone born between 1968 until 1975 would have this placement. This was the time of sexual liberation. Bras were burned and women’s rights grew. Likewise, Black Power movements and social justice expanded. At this time, there were also many Anti-War protests against the Vietnam War.
Uranus in Scorpio
Those born between 1975 until 1981 would have this placement. During this time, Scorpio brought a more shadowy understanding of sexual revolution. Underground rock and punk music became a hot interest and fashion became darker and edgier. Makeup was used in a much heavier way as a way of expression. People really began questioning their authority in this era and it became uncool to follow the rules. At the end of this period, unfortunately, aids began to emerge.
Uranus in Sagittarius
Anyone born between 1981 through 1988 would have this placement. During this time, the space shuttle began, while society began to grow a hunger for knowledge beyond. Aids was at an all-time high in 1985 and drug abuse started to skyrocket. Rock music and film had another major growth of interest. Most baby boomers had teenage children during this time.
Uranus in Capricorn
People born between 1988 until 1996 would have this placement. Grunge music and hip-hop was heavily trending. Meanwhile, celebrities like Freddie Mercury and Salt-n-Pepa brought awareness to the aids epidemic. No longer interested in chaos, there was more of an expressive gloominess or cynical attitudes. Those born during this time would have a bigger need for order and tradition to be brought back to communities, but in a fresh and long-overdue way. These individuals would have more of a conservative style and practical approach than previous generations.
Uranus in Aquarius
Those born between 1996 until 2003 would have this placement. During this time, Uranus was at home in its sign of rebellion, Aquarius. In this period, new electronics were released as fast as lightening and many inventions became useful to the public; such as having a computer in the home, getting the internet, and buying a cellphone. Of course, this time brought in the new millennium and the style was somewhat futuristic, especially within pop culture, such as through boy bands like NSYNC. 9/11 devastatingly shook the world and a long war would begin in the middle-east.
Uranus in Pisces
Individuals born between 2003 through 2010 would have this placement. During this time, most of us lived through what is known as a “war on terror,” where many American people felt a sense of fear toward Muslim people, their culture, and their religion. Pisces can bring forth illusions, warping reality, which meant misplaced blame. Having finally elected our first black president, Barack Obama sought to finally end the war!
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