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March 2025 Solar Eclipse in Aries: Fiery Kick off Into a New Era

This eclipse is the last taking place on the Aries and Libra axis for almost a decade. Here's everything you need to know about it

Rahel Ryatt-Marthy

Co-Founder, Astrologer & Embodiment Coach

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Eclipses are cosmic doorways: they close one chapter, open another, and pull us into the unknown in between. This one is a bold and fiery initiation - the last solar eclipse in Aries for nearly a decade, marking the final imprint of a cycle that’s been reshaping your identity since July 2023.

If Aries is about anything, it’s about you - your instincts, your desires, your courage to claim the life you truly want. This eclipse is a wake-up call, asking: Who have you become? And what are you willing to do with that power?

But don’t expect this to be an instant-action moment. While Aries usually charges forward without hesitation, the astrology surrounding this eclipse suggests something different: a fire that starts within before it manifests outwardly. With Mercury and Venus both retrograde in Aries and Mars - the ruler of Aries - still processing its own long retrograde journey, this is less about rushing ahead and more about fully integrating the lessons of the past year and a half.

And then there’s Neptune. Just one day after the eclipse, Neptune enters Aries, beginning a 14-year cycle of spiritual self-empowerment. This means the eclipse isn’t just about you - it’s about the world shifting into a new era of vision, action, and self-determination.

So what does this all mean for you? What kind of new beginning is being set in motion? And how can you navigate this cosmic threshold with clarity and purpose?

Let’s dive in.

Who will feel this eclipse the most?

If you have planets or angles (Ascendant, Descendant, Midheaven, IC) between 4° and 14° of Aries, Libra, Cancer, or Capricorn, this eclipse will activate key areas of your life.

Expect shifts, decisions, or awakenings - especially if these degrees align with your Sun, Moon, or personal planets.

But even if you don’t have direct placements, pay attention to where 9° Aries falls in your birth chart. That’s where this new beginning is brewing.

What is a solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon - a cosmic reset and major new beginning. When the Moon aligns with the Sun, it temporarily blocks its light, signaling a moment of internal clarity before external action. Unlike regular New Moons, eclipse energy unfolds over six months, not just a few weeks. Something is being planted now, but it will take time to manifest.

Global times for the partial solar eclipse in Aries on March 29, 2025

New York: 5:57 AM EDT
Los Angeles: 2:57 AM PDT
London: 9:57 AM GMT
Berlin: 11:57 AM CEST
New Delhi: 3:27 PM IST
Sydney: 8:57 PM AEDT

Astrological configuration of the Partial Solar Eclipse in Aries

This eclipse is a fire that starts within before it manifests outwardly.

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Aries Solar Eclipse Chart for Bellinzona, Switzerland

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Sun & Moon at 9°0' Aries
Semi-square to Uranus in Taurus (24°38') → Disruptive yet innovative energy - expect surprises or sudden insights.
Mercury retrograde at 0°28' Aries → Reflection before action, revisiting old ideas.
Nodes at 27°25' Pisces (North Node) and Virgo (South Node) → The Aries-Libra cycle is ending.
Mars (ruler of Aries) at 22°47' Cancer
- Square Chiron in Aries (22°9') → Healing wounds around identity, self-worth, and courage.
- Trine Saturn in Pisces (24°10') → Slow, disciplined progress.
- Sextile Uranus (24°38' Taurus) → Breaking free from old constraints.
- Sextile South Node & Trine North Node → Aligning with karmic direction.

What does this eclipse mean for you?

This solar eclipse takes place with the Sun and Moon at 9° Aries, marking a cosmic ignition point in the realm of selfhood, courage, and raw instinct. Aries, as the first sign of the zodiac, carries the energy of initiation - it is the spark that sets the entire astrological wheel into motion. Ruled by Mars, Aries embodies the warrior, the pioneer, and the trailblazer. It thrives on momentum, acting first and thinking later, driven by an inner fire that refuses to be dimmed. Aries doesn’t wait for permission - it carves the path as it moves, forging ahead with unshaken determination.

However, while Aries is naturally impulsive, this particular eclipse is less about immediate action and more about inner ignition. Think of it as a torch being lit deep within - clarifying, illuminating, and awakening something primal inside of you - before the flames spread outward.

This particular eclipse carries an air of unpredictability, thanks to Uranus in Taurus stirring the pot. Uranus operates like a cosmic lightning bolt - sudden, disruptive, and impossible to control. With the eclipse forming a tense semi-square to Uranus, expect the unexpected. There may be an internal restlessness, a sense that something is shifting, even if you can’t quite put your finger on it yet. Unexpected realizations or external disruptions may push you to see things differently, breaking apart old assumptions about who you are and what you’re capable of.

Yet, there’s a release valve to this energy. Mars - ruler of the eclipse - forms a supportive sextile to Uranus, offering a way forward. If something unexpected shakes things up, this aspect encourages you to respond with adaptability rather than resistance. The urge to break free from old constraints is strong, but instead of reckless rebellion, this is about conscious liberation. What have you outgrown? Where do you need more freedom? Uranus is here to clear stagnation, but Mars provides the drive to act on it in a way that aligns with your long-term growth.

At the same time, Mars is squaring Chiron in Aries, adding another layer to this activation. This again isn’t just about taking action - it’s about healing what has prevented you from doing so in the past. Where has self-doubt kept you small? Where have old wounds around confidence or rejection held you back? Chiron in Aries exposes the fears that whisper, "Who do you think you are?" - but this eclipse provides the chance to answer with certainty.

Fortunately, Mars is also trining Saturn in Pisces, offering a stabilizing force. Even as Uranus shakes things loose, Saturn provides the discipline and patience to move forward intentionally rather than impulsively. This isn’t about burning everything down in the name of change; it’s about stepping into your next chapter with clarity and conviction.

The planetary landscape surrounding this eclipse signals a moment of profound reflection and recalibration:

Mercury retrograde in Aries → The mind is retracing its steps, revisiting old ideas and past decisions in the same area of life where this eclipse is striking.
Venus retrograde in Aries → Relationships, desires, and values are undergoing a deep reevaluation, making this a time of inner realignment rather than external pursuit.
Mars (ruler of Aries) still processing its long retrograde journey → Mars, the planet of action and drive, has been through an extensive backward trek in Cancer and Leo, revisiting its own path for the third time. This suggests that while Aries energy is rising, it’s doing so with more emotional depth and awareness.
Neptune enters Aries the day after the eclipse → A monumental shift, but one that unfolds over 14 years rather than in an instant. Neptune in Aries will inspire new visions of leadership, courage, and spiritual purpose, but its effects will be gradual and evolutionary. Aries is about action, and Neptune is about dreams - together, they ask: What are you willing to fight for? (Read more about Neptune in Aries here).

So while this eclipse sets something powerful in motion - especially in your Aries-ruled house - it doesn’t demand immediate action. If clarity still feels out of reach, trust that the pieces will fall into place by mid-April, when Mercury and Venus station direct. Instead of forcing decisions, allow this eclipse to light a fire within you. Let it be a moment of deep awareness, an internal knowing that something is shifting, even if the external world hasn’t caught up yet.

This is the last solar eclipse in Aries for nearly a decade. Since July 2023, we’ve been rewriting our Aries story. This is the final piece of that chapter - a moment of culmination before a new cycle begins.

‍The Aries Eclipse and the Psychology of Selfhood

This eclipse is about the evolution of your identity.

Who were you before July 2023? What part of yourself have you had to claim, strengthen, or redefine? Have you had to let go of people-pleasing? Speak up for yourself? Take risks that scared you? The Aries eclipses have been testing you - showing you where you needed to be bolder, trust yourself more, and step fully into your own power.

This final solar eclipse in Aries cements those lessons. It is saying:

👉 “You have outgrown your old self. A new version of you is waiting. Will you step forward through the portal?”

This is where the psychological depth of Aries comes in. Aries energy isn’t just about external movement - it’s about inner confidence. The courage to be yourself. The willingness to take up space. The ability to act on instinct and know that’s enough.

And yet, many of us carry wounds around this. Society conditions us to second-guess ourselves, to filter our desires through the lens of others' expectations, to wait for permission before acting. Many of us have been taught that to be bold is to be reckless, that to trust ourselves is to be naive.

But Aries doesn’t ask for permission. Aries is permission.

This eclipse is a reckoning with self-trust. It asks:

Where have I been hesitating out of fear of judgment or failure?
Am I truly leading my life, or am I waiting for life to lead me?
What would it look like to be completely unapologetic in my desires?

At the same time, Mars - the ruler of Aries - is still processing its long retrograde through Cancer and Leo, and it’s squaring Chiron in Aries. This means we’re not just being asked to take action - we’re being asked to heal what has blocked our action in the past.

The doubts. The fears. The inner voices that whisper, "Who do you think you are?"

Aries knows exactly who it is. This eclipse is a chance to reclaim that knowing.

Aries energy isn’t just about external movement - it’s about inner confidence.
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Aries doesn’t ask for permission. Aries is permission.

A Portal Between the Old and the New

As said, this isn’t an overnight transformation. The energy of eclipses unfolds over several months, meaning you don’t have to act instinctively on what’s shifting yet. Instead, think of this eclipse as a threshold moment - a liminal space where your next chapter is forming.

Now here’s the thing about portals: you have to walk through them.

This is a moment of choice. You can remain where you are, clinging to old fears, hesitations, or outdated identities. Or you can cross the threshold into something new, even if you don’t yet know exactly where it leads.

Think about where 9° Aries falls in your birth chart - that’s the house where you are being asked to step forward. If you don't know which house is occupied by Aries, look it up here. Rising sign horoscopes further below.

If this eclipse lands in your 4th house (home, family, foundations) → You may feel a strong urge to relocate, buy a home, or redefine what “home” means to you. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a place that no longer aligns with who you’re becoming. Perhaps family dynamics are shifting, pushing you to establish new boundaries or take on a different role within your household. If you've been longing for a fresh start in your living situation, this eclipse could be the catalyst.
If it’s in your 10th house (career, public role, purpose) → You may feel ready to break free from an old job, take on a leadership role, or fully own your ambitions. Maybe you’ve been playing it safe, waiting for the “right time” to make a career leap, and now you realize you have to create the right time. Perhaps you’re being pushed to start something on your own, step into a new level of visibility, or claim a long-overdue promotion.

The themes will be personal, but the core message remains the same: This is your moment to step into your next evolution.

This eclipse is a portal. You don't have to act immediately on what's unfolding. But you have to walk through the portal. You have to cross the threshold. Commit to this next version and next chapter of you. This is the moment to step into your next evolution.

Kick off into a new era

The day after this eclipse, Neptune enters Aries.

This changes everything.

For the past 14 years, Neptune has been transiting it's home sign Pisces, a sign that dissolves boundaries, surrenders control, and merges us with the collective. Neptune's move over the cosmic gap into Aries is huge. The last and the first sign of the zodiac couldn't be more different. Aries separates. It says, "I am me, and that is enough."

The ingress of Neptune into Aries makes this eclipse not just about personal evolution - it is about preparing for a new collective era of spiritual self-empowerment.

Neptune in Aries asks:

What are you willing to fight for?
Where do your dreams require bold action?
How can you be both a visionary and a leader?

This is why the eclipse feels so much bigger than a typical Aries New Moon. We're all feeling the momentum of a larger cycle pushing us forward.

This eclipse marks the beginning of a collective era of spiritual self-empowerment.

How to make the most of this eclipse

✔ Recognize the lessons you’ve learned since July 2023 – The Aries-Libra eclipse cycle is closing. What changed for you? Integrate the lessons learnt consciously. Where is further (inner) work required?

✔ Set clear but flexible intentions – Let ideas come through rather than forcing a plan. Follow your desires and instincts. Trust yourself.

✔ Honor the need for clarity before action – Aries energy wants to move, but the best moves come from deep clarity. It might be wise to go slow until Venus and Mercury move direct again mid April.

✔ Let go of outdated fears and limiting beliefs – Especially those around self-doubt or hesitation.

✔ Stay open to unexpected insights – Uranus’ involvement means surprises could shape your next steps.

Journaling questions for the eclipse

How have I grown in my sense of independence since July 2023?
What new beginning am I sensing, even if I can’t fully see it yet?
Where am I ready to take courageous action, and what fears or doubts must I release first?
How do I balance my personal needs with my relationships, while still honoring my own path?
What outdated constraints am I ready to break free from, and how can I ensure my next steps are both bold and sustainable?

Rising sign horoscopes

Aries Rising – This eclipse is a personal rebirth - who are you becoming?
Taurus Rising – Deep internal shifts, releasing old subconscious fears.
Gemini Rising – A new chapter in friendships, community, and aspirations.
Cancer Rising – A fresh start in career and public life.
Leo Rising – Expansion in beliefs, learning, and long-term vision.
Virgo Rising – Transformation in emotional and financial security.
Libra Rising – Relationship themes come full circle—new clarity.
Scorpio Rising – A shift in daily routines, health, and work dynamics.
Sagittarius Rising – A new cycle in creativity, romance, or self-expression.
Capricorn Rising – Changes in home, family, and emotional foundation.
Aquarius Rising – A shift in mindset, communication, or personal message.
Pisces Rising – New financial beginnings and self-worth realignment.

Final Thought: Trust the Fire

If you’re feeling restless since weeks - like you’re standing at the edge of something but can’t quite name it - that’s the point. Follow the restlessness within. What wants to be birthed? This eclipse isn’t about certainty. It’s about ignition. Aries trusts it's instincts.

Something deep within you is shifting. Before action comes awareness. Before movement comes the spark. This eclipse is that spark - the moment when the old way no longer fits, and the new way hasn’t fully formed yet.

A fire is being lit within you. Not a wildfire that burns everything down, but a steady, unwavering flame - one that will sustain you, guide you, and light the path forward. You don’t need to force anything right now. The right choices, the right timing, the right next step - they will reveal themselves when you’re ready. But you will need to walk through the portal.

Over the coming months, this fire will grow. You will see more clearly where it’s leading you. When the moment arrives to act, you’ll know. Not from fear. Not from pressure. But from an inner certainty that says:

Now. I am ready.