In 2016, on the night of August 27-28, the most anticipated event in the world of astronomy took place - the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter. It is unique in that the distance between the celestial bodies was minimal. Such a rapprochement, according to scientists, will not be repeated until 2066.
View from the Earth
Eyewitnesses say that from the Earth it seemed as if the space giants were finding each other. Throughout 2016, it was possible to notice that Jupiter “headed” the night sky, shining on it with a bright flickering “star”. In June and July, one could notice how gradually the space giant was rebuilding, changing its position, dropping lower and becoming noticeable only after sunset and only in the western part of the sky.
Closer to dawn, the planet disappeared, as if dissolving in the sun.
Venus, unlike Jupiter, it was practically impossible to observe with the naked eye in the sky in 2016, since it was at a critical distance from the Sun. She began to leave the sunshine only by the end of July, gradually rising to become noticeable in the night sky by August and early September. On the night of Saturday to Sunday, when the legendary conjunction of Venus and Jupiter occurred, a peculiar relay could be observed in the sky, when Jupiter, which dominates and shines in the night for almost a year, passes the “palm” to Venus. As you move away from each other, Jupiter will sink and shine dimmer and dimmer.
Interestingly, just a couple of months earlier, the inconspicuous Venus will become the brightest cosmic object and will stand out noticeably among the stars.
Location
On August 27, the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter could be observed in the southwest, five degrees above the horizon, immediately after sunset. At the same time, the second planet from the Sun shone much brighter and was slightly higher than the largest planet in the solar system.
For those who observed this unusual cosmic phenomenon without special equipment, finding out where five degrees from the horizon was was quite simple. To do this, you had to take a small protractor and a pencil, place it exactly on the horizon, put a pencil at ten degrees above the horizon, respectively, the connection of two planets, Venus and Jupiter, you could observe exactly in the middle of this distance in the west after sunset.
Those who observed a cosmic phenomenon in a foggy sky were advised by experts to bring binoculars with them, but in no case should they miss an event that would only happen again after forty-nine years.
Media Information
Astronomical calendars and magazines called this incredible phenomenon the connection or convergence of two celestial objects, in which their ecliptic longitudes are equal.
The conjunction of Venus and Jupiter is a fairly frequent event in the world of astronomy, which occurs approximately eight to twelve times in ten years. Moreover, the uniqueness of this particular compound in the minimum distance between space giants, which was one or two degrees, where one degree in width was equal to one Sun at sunset.
However, no matter how often this phenomenon occurs, what happened from the twenty-seventh to the twenty-eighth of August was unique, as many attribute it to the parade of planets. However, experts argue that, unlike the parade of planets, Jupiter and Venus in conjunction have the same longitude according to the ecliptic coordinate system. Which does not correspond to the definition of "parade of planets", since the distance between the two celestial bodies was minimal, but they did not find each other.
Interesting Facts
In the almanac of the Canadian Astronomical Society - Odserver No. 39 - it was written that the exact time for the convergence to begin is one in the morning in Moscow.
Interesting fact! To understand when the celestial bodies would be as close as possible, after dark it was possible to look at the constellation Ursa Major. The second star from the beginning of the large "bucket", the constellation is Mizar, or Mizar. A little higher you can see a point barely visible to the naked eye - the Alcor star.
The ancient Greeks, who saw Alcor, were recorded in a special book and were considered the most vigilant people of their settlement.
Since Alcor and Mizar are located at a distance of twelve nodal minutes from each other, it means that the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter could be seen between these stars.
Planets of the Solar System: Venus and Jupiter
- The second planet from the Sun is only slightly smaller than the Earth.
- Venus makes one full annual revolution around the Sun for two hundred twenty-five Earth days.
- The atmosphere of the celestial body is composed of carbon dioxide and sulfuric acid.
- Venus, a terrestrial planet made up of hard rocks, is covered in volcanic landscape and craters.
- There are no satellites and a gas ring around the planet.
- Scientists have studied about ninety-eight percent of the surface of the space giant.
- Venus rotates in the opposite direction, compared with all other planets of the solar system, which means that the sun rises on it in the west, and the sunset in the east.
- Venus is the Roman goddess of love and beauty, it was in her honor that the planet was named. Since it emitted the brightest glow, compared with the other six planets known by ancient astronomers.
- Jupiter (its volume) exceeds the Earth 1286 times. He is the fifth planet of the solar system.
- A complete revolution around the Sun, a giant planet takes place over twelve earthly years.
- Jupiter has the strongest magnetic field and has a total of sixty-seven satellites.
- The chemical composition of Jupiter is very close to the composition of the Sun.
Venus-Jupiter (compound). Transit
During such an astronomical phenomenon, a person is in high spirits, this period, according to astrologers, is most favorable for the embodiment of love fantasies, meeting new friends, establishing family relationships.
For people of art: artists, designers, fashion designers, sculptors, during this period of time it will be easy to achieve creative success and quickly finish current projects.
For men, this is a great time to legitimize relationships or meet a beloved heart.
Under the influence of the celestial body, a person becomes more generous or even wasteful, he has a craving for travel, he is interested in philosophy and religion, makes rash purchases.
Astrologers recommend strengthening their position these days, climbing the career ladder, and resolving long-standing family conflicts.
However, there are also negative aspects of this event, for example, some zodiac signs may have material problems.
Astrological forecast
Transit Venus in conjunction with Jupiter is a favorable period for doing business. A positive attitude and good fortune accompany during this period those who want to achieve public popularity and recognition, as well as receive the patronage of a higher management. But it is worth remembering that career growth may be accompanied by additional workload. Successful contacts, meetings and conferences with business partners, although require additional responsibility, but at the same time they can open up new prospects and increase financial profit.
The most favorable period for conception in 2016 was August 27-28. According to astrologers, a child conceived at this time will be healthy, strong, beautiful and successful.
For those who have been married for many years, horoscopes are advised to arrange a joint unusual holiday or attend cultural events.
Jupiter Energy
Transit Jupiter in conjunction with Venus, according to parapsychologists, contributes to the satisfaction of human desires. Women have an increased sense of harmony, love and tenderness in relation to the partner.
For artists, this position of the planets can promise a creative upsurge that will have a beneficial effect not only on work, but also on the acquisition of new knowledge.
According to astrologers, this is a great time to find a patron, women among men, men among women. The weaker sex under the influence of transit can make rash, frivolous purchases, as well as receive expensive gifts and compliments from fans and colleagues. However, despite the fact that this is a truly successful period, the dissonance of Jupiter and Venus can cause bouts of laziness, relaxation, or even depression.
For people doing their business, such a favorable period, when the planets patronize luck and wealth, can only be every ten to twelve years. Thanks to Jupiter, negotiations with foreign partners, trade in luxury goods, and charity events will turn out to be successful.
Venus-Jupiter compound in the synastry. Interpretation according to the book of Sakoyan-Ecclera
In astrology, two celestial bodies - Venus and the Moon - are responsible for love and tenderness. Aspects of Venus and Jupiter in the synastry favorably influence the status of the couple, thereby strengthening relations between partners. That is, a man under the auspices of Jupiter will in every way support, help and protect his woman. While a man under the auspices of Venus will contribute to the social and spiritual development of his partner.
If a woman is in union under the auspices of the second planet from the Sun, she will seek obedience and believe the wisdom of the man. In this case, the partner, as it were, gives the woman vital energy, ignites her with her positive and longing for life, inspires her for support and mercy in any situation. At the same time, a realistic view of adversity and the ability to solve everyday problems can bring luck and peace to the family life of spouses.
Signs and ceremonies
When Jupiter and Venus are in conjunction, folk signs speak of the following.
- The first kiss of lovers when connecting two planets is a symbol of a strong and long relationship.
- The howl of wolves at the last minute of the convergence of the planets - to separation from your loved one.
- In order for the beloved to be always nearby, during the parade of planets, the girl must tightly knit the male and female mittens, put them under the pillow and sleep on them without taking them out, seven days.
- Harvesting for the winter, twisted on this day, will quickly deteriorate, and a person who has eaten such a canned delicacy can be poisoned.
- Astrologers advise not to cut nails and hair during the rapprochement of Jupiter and Venus.
The influence of the planets on the conception and bearing of a child
Astrologers believe that a woman’s ability to conceive and bear a healthy child depends solely on the position of the planets in the night sky. Many also believe that the fate of the moon will depend on the location of the moon, Venus, or Jupiter at the time the baby is born.
Since ancient times, it is known that if Venus is in a sign of the zodiac that is unfavorable for a woman, it will be not only difficult for her to become pregnant, but also to bear her baby.
As for Jupiter, it is precisely on its location during conception that the talent with which the baby can be endowed will depend. For example, if Jupiter is in Leo, you should expect a child who loves to construct, draw, and engage in painstaking work.
After the most anticipated event of August 2016, the Internet was full of numerous photographs that captured the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter. The photos were taken both on amateur soap dishes and on professional equipment of specialists.