Hold your horses (or rather, centaurs!)—the Full Moon on June 5, 2020 is far from ordinary. This lunar event is a Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius, and it brings a potent surge of adventurous, fiery energy. Now is an excellent time to harness that boldness and curiosity.
What is a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse?
A Lunar Eclipse intensifies the typical Full Moon energy. The Full Moon is already a moment when the veil between the ordinary and the mystical feels thin and we can connect deeply with our inner selves. A Lunar Eclipse amplifies that experience, making it a powerful period for releasing what no longer serves us and for setting intentions that can unfold over the next six months.
Expect the unexpected: surprising events or revealing conversations can arise during this eclipse. These moments often act as gentle (or abrupt) reminders from the universe that you are being nudged back toward your higher self.
This eclipse falls in Sagittarius, the sign of exploration, higher learning and freedom. At the same time, Venus is retrograde in Gemini, which can push you toward risk-taking, boundary-testing and bold moves in areas related to love, relationships, desire and material matters.
Imagine The Fool from the Tarot—that fearless leap into the unknown—that captures much of this eclipse’s vibe.
Below is a Tarot spread designed to help you connect more deeply with the Full Moon in Sagittarius and identify where you can be bolder and more passionate in your life.
5-Card Full Moon in Sagittarius Tarot Spread
Question: What Passions Are Calling To Me?
- Card 1: What I need to let go of
- Card 2: What my true calling is
- Card 3: What I need to do to manifest it
- Card 4: The obstacle that stands in my way
- Card 5: The outcome if I choose this path
Here is an example reading to illustrate how the spread can offer insight:
Card 1: 2 of Cups
The 2 of Cups suggests there is a connection or relationship to release. This could be romantic, platonic or casual—whatever form it takes, it no longer serves your growth. Letting go of this bond will free energy and space for new, more aligned experiences.
Card 2: Strength
Seeing Strength in the “true calling” position points to untapped inner power. It implies you may not currently be living aligned with your deepest purpose. Strength encourages you to draw on courage, compassion and resilience to follow what you know is right—even when it is difficult.
Embracing that inner fortitude aligns you with your higher self and sets you on a truer path.
Card 3: The Hermit
The Hermit in the action position advises intentional solitude and inner work. You don’t necessarily need to travel or join a formal retreat; creating quiet time—turning off devices, meditating, journaling—will help you access the clarity and guidance required to embody the Strength card.
Quality alone time allows you to listen inward and receive the answers you seek.
Card 4: 8 of Swords
The 8 of Swords represents mental entrapment and fear. As an obstacle, it indicates that “what if” worries, fear of change, concern about judgment or fear of failure are holding you back. Because Swords are associated with the mind, this card suggests you have the capacity to free yourself by shifting your thinking and reclaiming agency.
Card 5: The Empress
The Empress as the outcome is a beautiful reward for doing the inner work. If you release limiting connections, cultivate inner Strength and carve out Hermit-like space for reflection while overcoming the fears of the 8 of Swords, you can step into a more abundant, creative and embodied version of yourself.
The Empress symbolizes nurturing, creativity and a grounded, fertile energy that supports personal blossoming.
Conclusion
This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius is a ripe moment for releasing, manifesting and embarking on a fresh chapter. Sagittarius encourages expansion, curiosity and bold action—so don’t let self-imposed limits keep you small. Use this eclipse to identify the passions calling to you, to let go of what holds you back, and to take the courageous steps that lead to greater alignment and creativity.
Try this Tarot spread during the eclipse to discover where your hidden power and passions lie.
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