Saros 8 North: Eclipse Family in Astrology
Reference Date
May 17, 1501 at North Pole
Astronomy ID
NASA Solar Saros 144
Reference Window
1501 to 2745
Next Eclipse
Oct 14, 2042 in Libra
Eclipse Type
Solar
Astronomy And Astrology
The NASA Saros number identifies the astronomical recurrence family. The North, South, New, and Old names are an astrological convention associated with Bernadette Brady's eclipse work. NASA does not assign the interpretive meanings on this page.
Use the theme as a study prompt alongside the eclipse degree, natal contacts, house topics, and lived context. It should not be read as a fixed prediction about health, relationships, money, or fate.
Theme
Inventive insight that may need temporary space from social demands
This family is read through original ideas, inspired problem-solving, and the need for a little room to think. The practical use is to protect creative focus while staying communicative with people affected by the shift in attention.
Astrological Reference Aspects
These aspects describe the astrological reference chart used for this named family. They are part of the interpretive framework, not the NASA eclipse catalog.
The New Moon squares Uranus and is also on the midpoint of Mercury/Venus. Pluto holds a powerful position as it occupies the midpoint of Venus/Saturn as well as the New Moon/Node. In addition, there is a Mars-Mercury square with Mars on the New Moon/Neptune midpoint.
New Moon = Uranus = Mercury/Venus
Pluto = Venus/Saturn = New Moon/Node
Mars = Mercury = New Moon/Neptune
Eclipse History (1900 to 2100)
| Year | Date | Subtype | Sign | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | Jul 30, 1916 | Annular | Leo | 6.5° |
| 1934 | Aug 10, 1934 | Annular | Leo | 16.7° |
| 1952 | Aug 20, 1952 | Annular | Leo | 26.9° |
| 1970 | Aug 31, 1970 | Annular | Virgo | 7.2° |
| 1988 | Sep 11, 1988 | Annular | Virgo | 18.5° |
| 2006 | Sep 22, 2006 | Annular | Virgo | 28.9° |
| 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | Annular | Libra | 9.3° |
| 2042 | Oct 14, 2042 | Annular | Libra | 20.8° |
| 2060 | Oct 24, 2060 | Annular | Scorpio | 1.4° |
| 2078 | Nov 4, 2078 | Annular | Scorpio | 12.0° |
| 2096 | Nov 15, 2096 | Annular | Scorpio | 23.7° |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Saros 8 North mean in astrology?
In the Brady-style solar eclipse convention, Saros 8 North is read through this theme: inventive insight that may need temporary space from social demands. Treat that as an interpretive prompt, not as a prediction that one fixed event must happen.
Is Saros 8 North the same as NASA Saros 144?
NASA Saros 144 is the astronomical eclipse recurrence number. The 8 North label is an astrological naming layer used for solar eclipse family interpretation, so the meaning on this page is not a NASA claim.
When is the next Saros 8 North eclipse?
The next listed solar eclipse for Saros 8 North is October 14, 2042 in Libra. For personal chart work, compare that eclipse degree with natal planets and angles, then read the result alongside the rest of the chart.
Explore this eclipse family in your chart
Use our Saros Cycle calculator to compare this family with natal placements and eclipse dates.