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Lunar Placement

First Quarter in Sagittarius

Classical astrology meaning for the first quarter when it occurs in Sagittarius - a Fire Mutable sign ruled by Jupiter.

At a glance

What first quarter in Sagittarius emphasizes

This page combines the lunar phase with a fire, mutable sign ruled by Jupiter, so the doctrine is more specific than a generic phase page.

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Last Quarter in Pisces

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Next occurrence

September 18, 2026

Exact astronomical moment: Sep 18, 2026, 8:44 PM UTC

Moon in Sagittarius

Peregrine by dignity

The Moon has no major essential dignity or debility in Sagittarius, so the phase and sign ruler do more of the interpretive work.

Sign profile

Fire / Mutable

The Archer. Sagittarius seeks distance, law, and larger meaning. It is expansive, fiery, mobile, and directed toward doctrine and travel.

Visual geometry

First Quarter in Sagittarius

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Sun in Virgo.

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Moon in Sagittarius during the first quarter.

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Next First Quarter in Sagittarius

Sep 18, 2026, 8:44 PM UTC

First Quarter in Sagittarius, with the Sun in Virgo.

Why Sagittarius changes this First Quarter

Sagittarius is fire and mutable, ruled by Jupiter. That means the first quarter does not land in an abstract way: it is filtered through the archer. sagittarius seeks distance, law, and larger meaning. it is expansive, fiery, mobile, and directed toward doctrine and travel.

Lunar condition in this sign

The Moon has no major essential dignity or debility in Sagittarius, so the element, modality, ruler, and the exact chart context carry more of the interpretive burden.

Sun-Moon geometry

A first quarter in Sagittarius means the Sun is in Virgo. The page therefore combines the Moon's phase doctrine with the zodiacal atmosphere of Sagittarius and the implied solar counter-sign that completes the lunation.

The First Quarter - Classical Doctrine

The First Quarter Moon occurs when the Moon reaches 90 deg of elongation from the Sun - the first square (quartile) in the lunar cycle. Classical astrology treats the square as an aspect of tension, friction, and required action. The Moon is still waxing, still increasing in light, but now stands at an angle of challenge to the solar principle.

The Moon's Square to the Sun

At 90 deg elongation, the Moon is in quartile to the Sun. Classical doctrine holds that the square is a partile aspect of friction and required effort. The Moon's signification runs at cross-purposes to the Sun's - not in opposition, but at an uncomfortable angle that demands resolution.

Still Increasing in Light

Unlike the Last Quarter (a waning square), the First Quarter occurs while the Moon is still increasing in light. This means the underlying trajectory is still favorable: the Moon grows toward fullness. The challenge is to navigate the square's friction without abandoning the momentum built since the New Moon.

Moon in Sagittarius - Classical Doctrine

When Moon occupies Sagittarius, lunar instinct expands through mutable fire: questing, hopeful, outspoken, and drawn toward travel, doctrine, or long-range meaning. Traditional delineation treats it as generous and aspirational, but not always consistent.

Element

Fire

Modality

Mutable

Ruler

Jupiter

Classical Sources

Primary-source passages from the Hermetikon archive on the first quarter and Moon in Sagittarius.

Cover of A Manual of Astrology

A Manual of Astrology

Raphael (Robert Cross Smith)
1828
"In a short time after the conjunction, she appears like a fine crescent, soon after the sun sets, which crescent begins to fill up, and the illuminated part to increase, as she advances in her orbit; and when she has performed a fourth part of her revolution, she appears to be half-illumined, being then in her first quarter"
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Cover of Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

Henry Coley
1669
"When the ☽ is in her first quarter, that is, from the time she is receded from the ⊙'s Conjunction, the moistures of Bodies do flow, until her second quarter, at other times they decrease"
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Cover of Anima Astrologiae

Anima Astrologiae

Henry Coley
1676
"But Fire-Wood and what you would have grow quickly again, cut when the Moon is above the Earth in the first quarter, joyned either to Venus or Jupiter"
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Cover of Astrology for All

Astrology for All

Alan Leo (William Frederick Allan)
1899
"THE MOON IN SAGITTARIUS. ☽ in ♐. This gives a quick, restless and unsettled manner, either of body or mind; the native is active in body and fond of physical exercise and sports, is inclined to travel, and is a quick walker and worker. He changes his abode frequently, and his disposition is candid and honourable, kindly and good-humoured, while he is sincere in his religious belief even if it be unorthodox. There is some inclination for mysticism, psychism, and the occult; he is a natural teacher or preacher, and has something of the prophet in his nature. The intuition is active, and there may be some psychic gift, such as clairvoyance, though there is a tendency to dreaming and somnambulism. There will be talent or even genius for religion, philosophy, music, or poetry. In the lower type of horoscope the animal nature of the sign will be to the fore, and then occupations and amusements connected with shipping and horses will be prominent in the life. A faithful worker or servant, he himself benefits by servants or those under him. He is likely to have two occupations, or to change his occupation"
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Cover of Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

Henry Coley
1669
"The Moon in Sagitarius , gives a handsome well proportioned Body, an Oval Face, a bright brown Hair, and sanguine Complexion, a generous free spirited Person, passionate for a short time, ambitious, aiming at great things, and generally of a good obliging temper, and consequently gains respect of such Persons he associates himself withal"
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Cover of Astrology for All

Astrology for All

Alan Leo (William Frederick Allan)
1899
"THE SUN IN ARIES AND MOON IN SAGITTARIUS. ☉ in ♈. I.—ix. ☽ in ♐. This is a very good combination, the fiery triplicity being well represented. It gives a very quick, sympathetic and inspirational nature, with a tendency to go to extremes, especially in physical matters, while there is always a certain amount of restlessness and hastiness, especially in speech. It intensifies the religious inclinations, it strengthens the sincerity and straightforwardness of the personality, and gives very strong tendencies to prophesy or speak accurately, yet unconsciously so, in regard to the future. It gives impulsiveness and some exaggeration, also a tendency to chatter. The native is changeable, irresolute, given to enthusiasms that do not last; though he has plenty of energy and determination while he is in the mood. Is generous and humanitarian; can feel for others, and will help them if he can. A natural tendency to religion of some kind, but this may easily take an unorthodox direction if planets incline thereto. More vital energy than stamina; the tendency to go to excess may weaken the health, but with a strong horoscope and good aspects there may be a long and full life. This combination gives some skill in musical performance, and fits those under its influence to become good teachers or preachers: it is also good for travelling and exploration. It brings benefit through religious matters and the Church"
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Sources on First Quarter in Sagittarius

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Manual of Astrology

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Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

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Anima Astrologiae

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Astrology for All

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Henry Coley

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Alan Leo (William Frederick Allan)

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First Quarter in Sagittarius - FAQ

What does First Quarter in Sagittarius mean in astrology?

The First Quarter in Sagittarius combines the first quarter's the moon stands in square (quartile) to the sun, having completed one quarter of its synodic cycle with the qualities of Sagittarius - a Fire Mutable sign ruled by Jupiter. When Moon occupies Sagittarius, lunar instinct expands through mutable fire: questing, hopeful, outspoken, and drawn toward travel, doctrine, or long-range meaning. Traditional delineation treats it as generous and aspirational, but not always consistent.

When is the next First Quarter in Sagittarius?

The next First Quarter in Sagittarius occurs on September 18, 2026.

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