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Lunar Placement

Last Quarter in Sagittarius

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

At a glance

What last 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.

Current sky

Last Quarter in Pisces

The Moon is not in Last Quarter in Sagittarius right now.

Next occurrence

February 28, 2027

Exact astronomical moment: Feb 28, 2027, 5:17 AM 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

Last Quarter in Sagittarius

The visual geometry stays fixed by phase, while the sign changes the atmosphere and expression.

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Sun in Pisces.

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Moon in Sagittarius during the last quarter.

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Next Last Quarter in Sagittarius

Feb 28, 2027, 5:17 AM UTC

Last Quarter in Sagittarius, with the Sun in Pisces.

Why Sagittarius changes this Last Quarter

Sagittarius is fire and mutable, ruled by Jupiter. That means the last 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 last quarter in Sagittarius means the Sun is in Pisces. 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 Last Quarter - Classical Doctrine

The Last Quarter Moon occurs when the Moon reaches 270 deg of elongation from the Sun - the third square in the lunation cycle. The Moon is now waning, decreasing in light and moving back toward the Sun's conjunction. Classical doctrine marks this square as a moment of release, clearing, and preparation for the cycle's end.

The Waning Square

The Last Quarter is geometrically the same as the First Quarter (both are 90 deg from the Sun) but carries entirely different quality. The First Quarter is a waxing crisis demanding action; the Last Quarter is a waning crisis calling for release. Classical doctrine is attentive to the Moon's direction of travel - and at the Last Quarter, the Moon is clearly moving toward the Sun's consuming embrace.

Decreasing in Light

At the Last Quarter, the Moon is decreasing in illumination while locked in a waning square to the Sun. In classical doctrine, that combination weakens its power for fresh beginnings, even while it remains appropriate for completing existing ones and preparing for what comes next.

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 last quarter and Moon in Sagittarius.

Cover of A Manual of Astrology

A Manual of Astrology

Raphael (Robert Cross Smith)
1828
"After the full , she begins to decrease gradually, as she moves through the other half of her orbit; and when the eastern half of her only is enlightened, she is said to be in her third quarter"
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Cover of Tetrabiblos

Tetrabiblos

Claudius Ptolemy
150
"The third part of this consideration appertains to significations applying more minutely, and points out their force or weakness. In this case, the partile configurations of the Sun and Moon, at the intermediate quarters, as well as at the new or full Moon, are to be attentively regarded; since there is a certain variation in the constitution of the atmosphere, which usually commences about three days before, and sometimes, also, about three days after the Moon has equated her course to the Sun"
CHAPTER XIII MODE OF CONSIDERATION FOR PARTICULAR CONSTITUTIONS OF THE ATMOSPHEREOpen in Reader
Cover of Tetrabiblos

Tetrabiblos

Claudius Ptolemy
150
"from her full state to her third quarter she causes dryness; and from her third quarter to her occultation she causes cold"
CHAPTER VIII THE INFLUENCE OF POSITION WITH REGARD TO THE SUNOpen in Reader
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 Last Quarter in Sagittarius

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Manual of Astrology

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Tetrabiblos

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Astrology for All

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Clavis Astrologiae Elimata

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Authors cited here

Claudius Ptolemy

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Alan Leo (William Frederick Allan)

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Henry Coley

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Last Quarter in Sagittarius - FAQ

What does Last Quarter in Sagittarius mean in astrology?

The Last Quarter in Sagittarius combines the last quarter's the moon stands in its third square to the sun, now waning and decreasing in light 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 Last Quarter in Sagittarius?

The next Last Quarter in Sagittarius occurs on February 28, 2027.

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