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| Real astrology |
[ Top ] |
Popular or sun sign astrology is what you read about in your daily newspaper. It is
based on the assumption that everyone born under the same sign will behave
in the same manner. This, of course, is not true, but does provide
entertainment to millions and even hits the mark from time to time. Real
astrology goes far beyond Sun signs and is based on the time, date and
place of birth of an individual. The natal chart that is produced includes
the Sun, Moon, planets, signs, houses and aspects (angles between the
planets). The details found in such a chart reflect our unique differences
and are the basis for any serious astrological work.
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| Astrology's
Origin |
[ Top ] |
Astrology is as old as measured
time. In the beginning it helped our ancestors know when to plant and
harvest, when to fish and when to hunt. As more complex societies
developed, astrology guided kings and queens in the leadership of their
nations. With the rise of ancient Greece it became a tool for individuals,
a means for men and women to understand their purpose and track the
seasons of their lives. Astrology was studied in universities and employed
by popes, emperors, doctors and scholars. Hippocrates, the father of
western medicine, said that without a knowledge of astrology one could not
call oneself a physician. Astrology was woven into the study of history,
science, art and religion. In the 17th century the rising tide of
materialist science drove astrology out of the universities of Europe. The
new "rationalist" realities no longer saw man and nature as
woven of the same cloth, derived of the same spirit. But, astrology
continued to be studied and practiced by people who saw the need to keep
the connection between heaven and Earth. In the 1960's astrology began a
comeback that continues today. As more and more people began searching for
answers astrology was there to provide them. Today there are vibrant
astrological associations, publications, businesses and thousands of
counselors. As in days of old, astrology is respected and used by people
at all levels of society.
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| Cause and
Effect |
[ Top ] |
| Although there are many different
approaches to astrology, all astrologers appear united in the idea that
there is a connection between the heavens and the Earth -- they share one
common space. For centuries there has been a misunderstanding concerning
the nature of astrology to the effect that the heavens somehow
"influence" events here on Earth. This theory of celestial
influence has penetrated into the modern world until today it is the main
concept or idea of astrology supported by the public -- the lay
astrological audience.
Professional astrologers do not hold with theories of celestial
influence. Instead, the modern astrologer conceives of the heavens and
Earth as united, interpenetrating, and sharing a common space and time.
The great cosmic or celestial events happening around and beyond the Earth
(eclipses, lineups, and so on) are not seen as CAUSING events to occur on
Earth, but as great signatures of events ALSO happening here on Earth. In
other words, there is no "cause" in the heavens followed by an
"effect" here on Earth. Instead, both planetary and earthly
events happen simultaneously and are mutually reflective. Neither is the
cause of the other; both are the product of the moment, one acted out in
the heavens above, the other here on the Earth below.
While astrologers don't feel that heavenly events are the cause of
events here on Earth, they do feel that specific heavenly events are
enacted here on the Earth too -- at the same moment. In other words, there
is only one grand "play." The great drama enacted in the sky is
also acted out (in exact detail) here on Earth in the same instant.
Another way to say this is that the Earth is part of the cosmos and shares
in that cosmic moment. Scientists have been discovering (for example) that
sunspots, solar flares, and solar activity have a very definite (and
almost immediate) effect here on Earth. Astrologers tend to feel that all
major cosmic events such as eclipses are interactive; they represent an
activity also taking place within us and our consciousness.
Astrology is a study of heavenly cycles and cosmic events as they are
reflected in our earthly environment and vice-versa -- a vast cosmic
clock. Astrologers find the cosmic patterns revealed in the rhythmic
motions of the planets a great help in shedding light on the seeming
helter-skelter of everyday life. Astrologers may have their heads in the
heavens, but only to better guide their feet here on Earth.
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| Fate vs.
Free Will |
[ Top ] |
| Some people who have not examined
astrology oppose it because they think it limits our capacity for choice
in life. This is far from true. Astrology does provide a perspective, a
frame of reference, which reflects the capacities of an individual. But,
it is up to each of us to choose how we use these capacities. Astrology's
ability to provide meaningful information about our potentials can be used
to make productive choices, not to limit them. Without some awareness of
who we really are we are not choosing, we are simply reacting. An
intelligent use of astrology also includes all other sources of
information (and inspiration) in making life choices.
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| Using
Astrology in Your Life |
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| Astrology can be used on many
levels and in many areas of life. It can be applied to the practical
affairs of business, career, travel and so forth. Astrology is also used
to deepen understanding of our own nature. This psychological approach has
grown significantly in the past 30 years as more and more astrologers
develop their counseling skills. Astrology's ability to uncover core
issues about motivation, family patterns and perceptions is being used
increasingly by psychotherapists and counselors. Astrology can also
address spiritual questions dealing with the meaning of an individual's
life, as well as the possibility of understanding past life influences. Of
course, it's not necessary to believe in reincarnation to explore
spirituality with astrology. In fact, astrologers can be found in almost
every religious group. What attracts this diverse group of people is
astrology's fundamental premise that we belong to this planet, this solar
system and this universe. We are, as one astronomer has written,
"literally born of the stars themselves." Astrology reminds us
of this connection and the idea that our lives are not accidents, but
meaningful events in the fabric of time and space.
People use astrology to inquire about themselves and their futures.
They often use astrology to assess important relationships in their lives.
Synastry is the term astrologers use when comparing the charts of two
individuals. Relocation astrology techniques help people discover the
different kinds of experiences they may have in different places on the
globe. Electional astrology is used to pick the best time for an important
event such as a marriage or launching a new enterprise. Horary astrology
is a traditional technique used to answer specific questions. Forecasting
the future, or analyzing trends, is one of the primary uses of astrology.
Astrologers have a wide array of techniques to use in this area. Transits,
progressions, planetary returns and solar arcs are the most commonly used.
On a less personal level, because astrology has been tightly woven into
human history and culture, studying it is a useful way to learn more about
mythology, history, mathematics, science and art.
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| Learning
Astrology |
[ Top ] |
| There are many ways to learn
astrology, the best may be to combine them all. Finding a competent
teacher always helps. Additionally, there are many books and journals on
the market today. Advanced astrology programs like Matrix's Win*Star,
Kaleidoscope and Blue*Star contain a wealth of information on techniques
and interpretations. In fact, these programs make it easy for a beginner
to produce accurate charts and start reading them. Your skills will grow
over time, as you combine studying and practice to broaden your knowledge
of astrology. While the number of techniques and combinations found in
astrology are almost limitless, the fundamentals breakdown into a handful
of categories. The next sections will address these.
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| Types of
Charts |
[ Top ] |
Astrological charts represent the
sky for a particular time, date and place. A natal chart, also called a
birth chart or horoscope, is calculated for an individual and is the
primary tool used for analyzing personality, comparing with other charts
for compatibility, and as a base point for any forecast work. Charts can
also be calculated for entities like nations, corporations or
organizations. Progressed charts are used in forecasting, horary charts to
answer questions. In the past astrologers needed at least three reference
books to calculate a chart by hand. An ephemeris is a book of planetary
positions covering a particular time period (year, decade, century, etc.).
The positions of the planets usually are given once a day for Greenwich,
England (the standard reference point) and then are interpolated for the
time and place of birth. Tables of logarithms or planetary motion were
used to do this. A table of houses was used to produce the houses of the
chart (more on these later). Reference books for time zone changes and
latitude and longitude were also required for an accurate chart. While it
is still possible to use this collection of books to do a chart by hand
(requiring about 15 minutes to an hour depending on the skill of the
astrologer), most astrologers use computers to do the job today. Advanced
programs have all of the reference materials built-in so that accurate
charts can be calculated in seconds. While it is useful for astrology
students to have the knowledge to calculate charts by hand, the artistry
of astrology is in the interpretation. The almost instantaneous creation
of charts by computer allows astrologers to get on with their analysis
more quickly and efficiently. Computer programs also print charts and
store them for later retrieval.
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| The Sun,
Moon, & Planets |
[ Top ] |
| The planets, including the Sun
and the Moon, represent basic forces or energies. The Sun, Moon, Mercury,
Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn have been used in astrology for over 2000
years, and while their meanings have been somewhat altered over time, the
fundamental symbolism has stayed the same. In fact, the interpretations of
the planets have remained fairly constant in vastly different cultures.
Venus, for example, is the planet of love and attraction both in European
and Hindu astrology, while Mars is associated with action or aggression.
Interpreting a birth chart involves blending the meanings of the
planets with their signs, houses and aspects. It can seem complicated at
first, but with experience you can learn how to sort through the
information and come up with meaningful interpretations.
The Lights: The Sun and Moon
Of all the planets, the two most important planets to astrologers are the
"lights," the Sun and the Moon. From where we stand here on
Earth, the great shining Sun by day and the reflecting Moon at night are
our constant companions. They have much to tell us as to where we have
been and where we are headed.
The Sun: Our Shining Light
From the Sun comes light, that which draws us into life. The Sun
represents all the changes we have not yet taken, that part of us that we
have not yet experienced but are headed toward. The Sun represents our
identity, or self, in that it is toward these that we are moving and
developing. The Sun relates to our will, consciousness, creativity, father
and authority figure sin general. It describes how (by sign) and where (by
house) we need to shine.
The Moon: Nurturance
The Moon symbolizes emotions, feelings, instincts and day to day habit
patterns and routine. The Moon is very strongly related to mother, home
and family. The sign the Moon is in describes how a person is nurtured and
nurturing. Its house shows the circumstances under which emotions are most
likely to express themselves.
Mercury: The Mind and Communication
Mercury is the light in our eyes, the ever-changing consciousness within
us that moves from idea to idea. Thus Mercury has always represented
thoughts, ideas, and the mental process in general. It governs not only
ideas, but communications, too. Communications -- by phone, letter,
spoken, or however -- are ruled by Mercury. Also thoughts, connections,
phone wires, and everything that connects and conveys -- even
conversations.
Venus: Planet of Love
Venus rules our values and sense of appreciation. When we appraise or
appreciate something, whether another person or a new car, this is Venus
at work. Venus describes how we love and what we want to be loved for.
It's a key to relationships, pleasure, art and beauty. [ Top ]
Mars: Action and Initiative
Mars, the first planet outside the orbit of the Earth, is associated with
action, assertion, aggression or initiative. It tells us how we get things
going, the way we like to work and how we express anger.
Jupiter: Guide and Guru
Jupiter is the method each of us has for dealing with the laws of life,
our Saturn or limitations. The Hindu word for Jupiter is Guru and this
planet indicates our particular Dharma, the way we can solve the problems
that confront us. Thus Jupiter has to do with our vocation, the way in
which we can be successful. Jupiter is the light or path. The largest
planet in the solar system, Jupiter represents the principles of growth
and expansion.
Saturn: Responsibilities
Saturn indicates where we are bound to learn, the narrowness that makes
our way felt, the walls that make homes possible. Saturn holds us together
as much as apart. Saturn, the ringed planet, shows us our boundaries and
limits and where and how we need to take responsibility in life.
We have just dealt with planets that we can see with our naked eyes. In
general, these planets refer to life as we know and live it, and are the
so-called historical or classic planets. Beyond these are three planets
that are not visible to the naked eye and which have cycles longer than
the average human life span. Since they are beyond Saturn or time,
astrologers call them the transpersonal or transcendental planets -- the
planets beyond the physical. One of the ways astrologers learn something
about our life beyond time (eternal life) is through these three outer
planets: Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Here we find information on how we
discover ourselves (Uranus), how we understand and accept these
discoveries (Neptune), and, in time, how we depend and identify with them
(Pluto).
Uranus: Breakthroughs and Revolution
Uranus, discovered between the American and French revolutions, symbolizes
our capacity to go beyond limits. It is about inventiveness, originality
and independence. "Uranian" people (those marked strongly by
this planet) are unique individuals who act as agents for change, they are
awakeners here to help us break our patterns.
Neptune: Ideals & Imagination
Neptune dissolves boundaries and barriers, enabling us to connect with the
universe. It's about inspiration, imagination, compassion, ideals and
communion. But, the other side of Neptune is about confusion, illusion and
diffusion.
Pluto: Transformation
Pluto is the planet of profound change, starting deep within us and moving
toward the surface. It often touches upon the most sensitive psychological
areas inside us. Once touched, we have no choice but to change and grow.
Pluto is about death and rebirth, the transformation that comes from
letting go of that which is unessential so that we can get to the core of
things.
The Nodes of the Moon: Crossroads [ Top ]
The Nodes of the Moon are not planets, but appear in many charts. The
North and South Nodes are those two opposing points where the Earth's
orbit around the Sun is crossed by the Moon's orbit around the Earth. The
South Node of the Moon shows old patterns of behavior and response. The
North Node points in the direction of the future, fulfillment and
integration. Together the Nodes provide information about how we link
ourselves with others.
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| The Part of
Fortune: Good Luck Charm? |
[ Top ] |
Some astrologers put the Part of
Fortune in their charts. There are scores of "parts" from
medieval and modern astrology which are derived from formulas combining
the Zodiac positions of various planets and points. The Part of Fortune is
calculated by adding the Moon's position to that of the Ascendant and
subtracting the Sun. The resulting point will be the same distance from
the Ascendant as the Moon is from the Sun. So if you were born at the New
Moon (Sun and Moon together) the Part would be right on the Ascendant. If
you were born during the Full Moon (Sun and Moon opposite one another) the
Part of Fortune will be opposite the Ascendant. The Part is considered to
be a point of good luck by those who use it in their charts. Many
astrologers, though, do not include the Part in their work.
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| Retrograde |
[ Top ] |
From our perspective here on
Earth planets appear to move backwards in the sky during certain parts of
their orbits. This retrograde motion is considered to be meaningful by
most astrologers. Retrograde planets are interpreted as "turned
inward" or inhibited. Some astrologers think this diminishes the
power of the planet, while others believe it simply means that inner
reflection is often necessary before outwardly expressing the planet's
energy.
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| THE SIGNS
OF THE ZODIAC |
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| The signs of the Zodiac are based
on the Earth's annual journey around the Sun. This is called the Tropical
(or seasonal) Zodiac. Aries, the first sign, starts on the first day of
Spring (vernal equinox). Most Asian astrologers (and a small minority of
westerners) use the Sidereal Zodiac based on the constellations. The two
Zodiacs coincided about 2000 years ago, but have since slipped out of
phase by almost one sign.
The signs of the Zodiac are divided into two groups called Elements and
Modes. The Elements are Fire, Earth, Air and Water. Fire symbolizes
creation or action, Earth is practical, material, Air is mental and
communicative and Water is sensitive and feeling oriented. The Modes
divide the seasons into three parts: Cardinal- initiating signs that begin
the 4 seasons of the year, Fixed- maintaining and enduring occupying the
middle of each season, and Mutable - adaptable signs that end each season.
Each sign of the Zodiac is a unique combination of Element and Mode.
There is one Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable sign of each element. By
combining the meaning of the Element with the Mode you can have a quick
idea of the meaning of a sign. Additionally, the signs are organized in an
orderly fashion, one which marks development from a simple beginning to a
complex end. Aries, the Cardinal Fire
sign, starts the Zodiac and represents the spark of life. Taurus,
the Fixed Earth sign, grounds that spark into physical form. Gemini,
the Mutable Air sign, takes notice of the surrounding environment. Cancer,
the Cardinal Water sign, chooses its home in the environment. Leo,
the Fixed Fire sign, expresses creativity from its center. Virgo,
the Mutable Earth sign, adjusts Leo's expression to the physical
conditions present. Libra, the
Cardinal Air sign, meets others as equals. Scorpio,
the Fixed Water sign, deepens relationships, transforming itself and
others. Sagittarius, the Mutable Fire sign, seeks meaning through
experience. Capricorn, the Cardinal
Earth sign, builds structures to support that meaning. Aquarius,
the Fixed Air sign, sets higher ideals for the society, and Pisces,
the Mutable Water sign, connects to divine inspiration out of which new
life is born again in Aries.
These descriptions are one idealized version of the Zodiac story.
Individuals will act out their parts differently depending on the variety
of individual factors in the natal chart.
Note that each sign is "ruled by" or associated with a planet
with which it has affinity. The placement of a sign's ruling planet will
provide more information about how a person will experience that sign.
| Sign |
Element |
Mode |
Ruler |
Pos. Trait |
Neg. Trait |
| Aries |
fire |
Cardinal |
Mars |
Initiating |
Impatient |
| Taurus |
earth |
fixed |
Venus |
Steady |
Stubborn |
| Gemini |
air |
Mutable |
Mercury |
Adaptable |
Unstable |
| Cancer |
water |
Cardinal |
Moon |
Nurturing |
Moody |
| Leo |
fire |
Fixed |
Sun |
Confident |
Self-centered |
| Virgo |
earth |
Mutable |
Mercury |
Skillful |
Over critical |
| Libra |
air |
Cardinal |
Venus |
Gracious |
Indecisive |
| Scorpio |
water |
Fixed |
Pluto/Mars |
Passionate |
Possessive |
| Sagittarius |
fire |
Mutable |
Jupiter |
Optimistic |
Careless w/ details |
| Capricorn |
earth |
Cardinal |
Saturn |
Organized |
Over ambitious |
| Aquarius |
air |
Fixed |
Uranus / Saturn |
Inventive |
Impersonal |
| Pisces |
water |
Mutable |
Neptune / Jupiter. |
Compassionate |
Lacks boundaries |
ARIES THE RAM Pioneer and
adventurer. Courage, daring, and boldness. The fountainhead or source.
Independence, impulse and energy. Starting point. First flush.
TAURUS THE BULL The steady,
deliberate, determined response of life to new ideas, impulses, and
manifestations. Possessing and embodying. Materialized impulse. "Word
made flesh."
GEMINI THE TWINS Linkage, reasoning,
establishing connections, and drawing together. Endless search for
information. Exploration, inquiry, curiosity. Nervousness and fussing.
CANCER THE CRAB Home and family.
Feeling and sensing. Protection. Nurturing. Sympathy. Practice and routine.
Absorption. Feeling preceding recognition.
LEO
THE LION Self-awareness. Pride, will, creation, ego. Expression and
acting. Drama. Heart. Beating of the chest. Children. Sports. Regale;
regal. Generosity.
VIRGO THE VIRGIN Chastity, purity,
and devotion. Concern and caring for. Practical, analytical, and
discriminating. Attention to detail. Crafts. Busy and careful. Worry.
LIBRA THE BALANCE Marriage,
partnership, union. Socially skillful. Appraisal and appraising. Diplomacy.
Attentiveness. "Truth is beauty, beauty truth."
SCORPIO THE SCORPION Furnace and
phoenix. Purgatory and process. Stripping away excess. Purification.
Reduction to essentials. Intensity and penetration. Elimination. Strong
defense.
SAGITTARIUS THE CENTAUR-ARCHER
Seeker of experience. A teacher, traveler, adventurer. Truth, religion,
and philosophy. Hitting the mark. Frankness. Projection.
CAPRICORN THE MOUNTAIN GOAT
(Sometimes the Sea Goat.) Practical vision. Sober and orderly. Control and
power. Direction. Endurance. Responsibility. Industry.
AQUARIUS THE WATER BEARER
Impersonal; works with anyone. Team player. Aspiring. Radical. Humane.
Associative. Scientific. "What makes it tick?" What I know, not
what I do. Democratic.
PISCES THE FISHES Intuition.
Understanding. Accepting what is for the sake of what could be made of it.
Sacrifice. Fluidity. The inexpressible. Restless. Sponge. Imagination.
Inspiration.
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| Houses
and Angles |
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| The chart wheel represents the
space surrounding where were born. It is divided into 12 sections called
Houses. Each house represents a different environment or set of
conditions. We can describe the planets as the What, the energies
themselves, the signs as the How, the ways in which the planets are
modified, and the houses as the Where, the circumstances in which we meet
the planets. Keep in mind that our Earth makes a complete turn on its axis
every 24 hours, so that each planet will move through a house about every
two hours. As the Earth turns, it brings each of the 360 degrees of the
zodiac overhead (or to any part of the wheel) once in 24 hours -- a new
degree of the zodiac every four minutes. (Note. There is a relationship
between the meanings of signs and houses, so that Sagittarius, the 9th
sign, has similarities to the 9th house. But on average, only one chart in
12 will have the 9th sign on the cusp or border of the 9th house.)
1ST HOUSE Dawn. Self. Physical body. A change from thinking to being.
The division between mind (houses above the horizon) and body (houses
below the horizon). What others see in us. Persona. Head. Identity. The
mask and facade we wear. The fresh exchange between self and others. The
cusp, or border, of the 1st House is called the Ascendant or Rising Sign.
The Ascendant, the eastern most point of the birth chart, shows how we
come across to others; it's who we see in the mirror and a very important
key to one's identity.
2ND HOUSE Material resources. Substance. Self-possession. Self-esteem.
Values. Money and movable goods. The new body or what is drawn forth in
response to new ideas. Reaction to novelty and new experiences. Tangible
change in life due to new direction. How we own, possess, or embody
things. Owning up to new ideas.
3RD HOUSE Communication. Thinking. The full development of new
situations. Movement. Collection of information. Exploration of what is
forming. Searches, investigations, inquiries. Gossip. Counterpoint.
Brothers, sisters, and neighbors. Teachers. Meetings. Channels. Short
trips.
4TH HOUSE Home, family, roots, foundations. Center of gravity. Base of
operations. Where you've stored things up. The end of the matter.
Repository of personal and family history. Real estate and property.
Parents. The cusp, or border, of the 4th House is called the IC (for Imum
Coeli, Latin for "lower heavens"), the northernmost point in a
birth chart. The IC symbolizes one's roots as it is the very base of the
chart itself.
5TH HOUSE Self-consciousness, self-discovery, awareness, and pride. A
pouring forth. Conveying and teaching. The extension of self. Stepping
out. The search for recognition. The show. Children. Creativity. Fun,
games, hobbies, and sports. Romance. Risk and venture. Celebration.
6TH HOUSE Service and industry. Harvest and repair. Care and cure.
Maintenance. Work conditions. Health. The end of vitality and the
beginning of attempts to prolong, preserve, and take care of the
experience of the body. Criticism. Meticulousness. Craft. Purifying.
Application of experience. Practice. Organizing the variables.
7TH HOUSE The other, partnerships and relationships of all kinds.Where
we meet others as equals. A concentration of concern for others. Marriage
and partnership. Yoga. Unity and harmony. Spirit of cooperation.
Counselor. Signing contracts and agreements. Saying vows. The cusp, or
border, of the 7th House is called the Descendant, the western point of
the chart. The Descendant is the primary door to relationships and a key
to understanding partnerships of all kinds.
8TH HOUSE Fusion with others. Physical and financial union.
Transformation. Shared values. Approval by others. The results of
relationship. Probing. Administration of others' resources. Intimacy.
Meeting the mysteries of sex and death. Psychological inquiry. What you need from others.
9TH HOUSE Philosophy, religion and higher education. The search for
truth and meaning. Moral judgment. Long journeys. Foreigners and faraway
places. Visions for the future. The law. Enthusiasm for experiences beyond
the day-to-day. Wanderlust.
10TH HOUSE Career and vocation. Practical talents. Responsibility.
Authority, parents, up there and out there. Management and supervisory
skills. Government and foundations. Public face. What you do. Judges.
Police power. Law enforcement.
The cusp, or border, of the 10th House is called the Midheaven
or MC. This highest point in the chart points towards the South and
the direction of the noonday Sun. It indicates both one's role in society
and highest aspirations.
11TH HOUSE The resolve to put vision to work. Resources of the idea.
Plans for action. Cooperation. Groups and teams. Colleagues. Larger goals.
Hopes and wishes. Impersonal drives to realize personal ideals. Friends.
Planning. Improving the community. Humanity and humanitarianism.
Identification with a group or cause.
12TH HOUSE The area behind the scenes. Working in privacy, outside the
limelight. Loss of identity. Impersonal institutions. Connection to God or
the universal. Caring for the disadvantaged. Channeling. Limits and
confinement. Hidden faults. Dues and karma.
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| Aspects |
[ Top ] |
| Aspects measure significant
angles between planets and points in a chart. Astrologers use aspects to
understand how these different factors blend together. Aspects are
measured in longitude, the position of a planet in the Zodiac's 360 degree
circle. Planets are considered to be in aspect with one another if they
fall within a certain number of degrees of the precise aspect angle. This
allowance is called the "orb" and may differ from astrologer to
astrologer. There are two broad categories of aspects called "hard"
and "soft." The hard aspects indicate challenges to be met in
life. The soft aspects indicate where qualities flow together easily. The
following is a list of major aspects. Some astrologers use additional
aspects, or divisions of the Zodiac, which are called "minor
aspects."
CONJUNCTION Angle: Zero degrees (like a New Moon). Hard or soft
depending upon the planets involved. Planets in the same place.
Reinforcement of planetary qualities; a concentration of influence.
Potential for new birth.
OPPOSITION Angle: 180 degrees (like a Full Moon, division of the circle
by 2). A hard aspect which has two planets facing one another. This can
indicate polarization, separation of the two functions or projection of
one of the planets on others. The opposition, though, can also bring
awareness through objectivity (seeing both sides).
SQUARE Angle: 90 degrees (division of the Zodiac by 4) Also semi square
and sequestrate (45 and 135 degrees or 1/8 and 3/8 of the Zodiac circle).
The square "family" of hard aspects spotlights challenge or
tension and a need for changes symbolized by the planets, houses, and
signs involved. Development, construction, commitment, turns in the road
or roadblocks. Squares are arguably the most difficult of all the aspects.
TRINE Angle: 120 degrees (division of the Zodiac by 3). A soft aspect
indicating a smooth flow of events and a clarity of vision with respect to
the planets, houses, and signs involved. Confidence. Harmony. Creativity.
SEXTILE Angle: 60 degrees (division of the Zodiac by 6). A soft aspect
similar to a trine, lacking some of the vision, but more work-oriented,
bringing clarity, drive and facilitating communication.
QUINCUNX or INCONJUNCT Angle: 150 degrees (5/12 of the Zodiac) A
moderately hard aspect indicating obligation, reorganization. Adjustments,
as symbolized by the planets, houses, and signs involved. Incongruity.
Fence-sitting.
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