The zodiac lightalso known as zodiacal glowis an astronomical phenomenon that fills the nights with an intense white light during the days around a equinoxboth spring and autumn, which was this Monday, September 22, 2025.
The sky always gives us shows that remind us how small we are compared to the universe and, at the same time, how deeply connected we are to it. One of these phenomena is zodiac lightan enigmatic and delicate glow that occurs this fall 2025.
What is zodiacal light?
The zodiac light It is a faint cone-shaped glow that appears in the night sky, visible just before sunrise or shortly after sunset. often called “false dawn” either “false dusk”originates when light from the Sun reflects off tiny interplanetary dust particles floating in the plane of the Solar System.
This ethereal glow aligns with the eclipticthe same strip of sky where the constellations of the zodiac transit. Hence its name: a luminous bridge between astronomy and astrology. This phenomenon is much more than an optical effect of cosmic dust.
It is a metaphor for life: small particles suspended in space, illuminated by the Sun, which together create a glow capable of moving human beings.
Zodiac light and its spiritual meaning
Beyond its explanation, the zodiacal light has captivated philosophers, mystics, and ancient cultures for centuries. His spiritual symbolism is related to:
- The awakening of consciousness– Appearing as an anticipated dawn, it represents new beginnings, clarity after darkness, and preparation for cycles of transformation.
- Connection with the cosmos: when projected onto the zodiacal path, it symbolizes the union between the human being and the universal energies that guide the signs of the zodiac.
- Balance and rebirth: in autumn, its presence close to the September equinox reinforces the symbolism of balance between light and shadow, day and night, inviting us to reflect on our own internal harmony.
