Note1: This is an "Eternal" Natal Report that AsterPro can generate forever, in
===== year 1 Million AD, if you wish, if you can still find a copy of AsterPro.
That is, AsterPro quits planetary computations as of the end of year 2300 AD,
and so many parts of it will no longer work, though, of course, you will be able
to run full (regular) Natal and Compatibility reports for all births <=2300 AD
entered to the Database, say to 2400 AD. AsterPro Eternal comes into play after
that, for both Natal and Compatibility (including our unique Point System),
generating reports as shown here. They are not as elaborate as the regular reports,
but contain ALL info as per Traditional Astrological delineations, about 35-40
pages for Natal, 10 pages for Compatibility. How this is done is explained in AsterPro.
Note2: Actually, the Numerology and Research Modules are also alive forever, as
===== also the Financial Module. And Biorythms too will remain alive to year
32767 AD.
Traditional Natal by AsterPro Research Module
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Aspects are Computed with Adjustable ORBS (@ Deg):
SUN/MOON CONJUNT= +/- 12
OTHER CONJUNT (0)= +/- 10
OPPOSITION (180)= +/- 9
TRINE (120)= +/- 8
SQUARE (90)= +/- 8
SEXTILE (60)= +/- 5
ASC/MH 150 SUN/MOON=+/- 3
001.SIRMAN A. CELAYIR
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AS|29SAG42 H 1|
MH|29VIR42 H10|
SU|22CAN31 H 7| 60NP
MO|16LEO37 H 8| 60VE 0MR
ME| 4CAN12 H 7| 0JU 90NP 60NN
VE|20GEM57 H 6| 60MR 90NP
MR|19LEO33 H 8|
JU| 8CAN 0 H 7| 60NN
ST| 8GEM21 H 6| 0UR 60PL 90NN
UR| 3GEM18 H 6| 120NP 60PL 90NN
NP|27VIR28 H 9|
PL| 4LEO59 H 8|
**|Place@ 028E41N, Male/White/Single, Prof./Type=UNIVERSL, Talent=ANALYTIC
** Your birth info is first translated into Ephemeris Time ET, including a
small correction (DT) for the difference between the Universal (clock) Time
and the Ephemeris Time (by which astronomers compute planetary positions).
The ET is used, together with the Longitude and Latitude of your place of
birth, to compute the Sidereal Time of birth and your Ascendant (the Cusp of
the 1st House), the deg/min and sign of the Eastern Horizon at the time of
your birth--the left horizontal line on your circular chart. The Cusps of
Houses 2 to 12 follow in the natural order of signs counterclockwise from the
Ascendant. They are the reference used for positioning your planets.
** Aspects are perhaps the most important influences in astrology. In
addition to the ones pointed out there are the Keplerian Aspects:
144,108,72,36,24,18. These are considered harmonious though not definitively
so. Mundane Aspects are measured in signs: eg, Sun in Cancer is in Mundane
Sextile to Moon in Virgo. (Two planets may be in Mundane Trine but Square in
Degrees.) A planet that is within 5 Deg of the Sun is said to be Combust and
has a Debilitating effect.
Thus, a Natal (or birth) Chart is an analysis of the planets, the signs and
houses in which they are located, and the angles formed (if any) between
them. This information is summarized in the circular chart on Page 1. It is a
pictorial depiction of 'how the sky looked' around planet Earth as seen from
your place of birth at the time of your birth.
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Sun-Moon-Ascendant
The Sun sign characteristics reflect the inner identity (Individuality) of a
person, not the outer personality. As such, they seldom manifest themselves
on the surface. Unless the individual has developed a considerable degree of
self-awareness and a habit of occasionally taking an inventory of who he/she
really is, these characteristics remain buried until about mid-adulthood.
They are then reflected in the fruits and achievements surrounding the
person; in the direction of progress; in what the person has done with
his/her life. Until that stage is reached, the individual will be aware of
(only) passing sensations of inner identity. The strong influences from the
Ascendant (Outer Personality) and the Moon (daily moods and sensitivities)
will block, confuse, and/or dilute the energies from the Sun. This is further
complicated by the fact that the remaining planets, each with its unique
contribution, will modify the energies from the former three. A full Natal
(birth) chart is the only means by which to gain some understanding of these
combined influences.
ASCENDANT - Along with the Sun and the Moon it is one of the three most
important ingredients in a Natal Chart. It is the sign of the 1st House--the
30 degree segment of the sky which was rising on the Eastern horizon at the
time of birth. The planets (if any) in the 1st House are a constant source of
energy in dealing with the environment. They manifest one's relationship to
that environment. (Planets in 1st House will be pointed out as each planet is
discussed.) This is similar to one's Sun Sign. The difference is in that the
Sun represents one's (inner) makeup, the Individuality, whereas the Ascendant
is the manner in which one projects on the environment, the Outer
Personality. There are traditionalists who suggest that the Sun, Moon, and
the Ascendant may determine jointly 80 per cent of one's identity, the other
influences providing the nuances. This is surely an exaggeration, but it does
underline the importance astrology ascribes to these three bodies.
The MOON - Characteristics and History: Modern (Western) Astrology generally
regards the Moon as one of the three most important factors in one's Natal
chart. It represents one's Personality. However, unlike the Ascendant (which
is the way you project yourself), the Moon influences the manner in which you
see and experience your environment as you respond to the circumstances and
stimuli. Its daily Transiting effect influences the receptivity, behavior,
feelings, the subconscious; the daily mood. A review of the Moon's physical
characteristics and astrological history may be of interest. The Moon is
approximately 238,800 miles distant from Earth. Her diameter is about 2,163
miles; her volume 1/49 of planet Earth. She completes her revolution around
the Earth, some 1,494,000 miles, in a period of 27 days, 7 hrs, 43 min, and
11 sec at a speed of about 0.633 miles/sec. Her mass is 81 times less than
that of the Earth; her density 0.6 of Earth's density. The Lunar revolution
around the Earth produces a centrifugal force which is equal to Earth's
gravitational pull. She always shows the same side to planet Earth. Her
Phases vary according to her position and the Sun and Earth. Starting from
New Moon (formed when Moon is Conjunct Sun, or when she is between the Sun
and planet Earth), the crescent that forms gradually develops to First
Quarter (Half) Moon (where the crescent faces away from the Sun).
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The Full Moon (Moon Opposition Sun) develops next. The light she reflects
from the Sun then begins to recede until she reaches the Last Quarter phase
and New Moon once again. Every 19 years the same phases occur on the same
dates and same degrees of the Zodiac. This is the Metonic Cycle of the Moon.
A day being some 720 hours, there are about twelve Lunar days to our Solar
year.
Occult interpretations of the Moon attribute to it phlegmatic, feminine,
negative, cold, moist, fruitful, magnetic, and convertible qualities. It is
said that having no positive nature of her own, she is the mirror and
reflector of other planetary bodies. The occultists saw in the Moon a dual
character: Kama Rupa (the Animal Desire), and her powerful influence over the
emotional and psychic mentality. The traditional view of the Moon is one of
Reflector of the Past; Interpreter of the Present, and Decipherer of the
Future. Sun and Moon are two time-markers which represent the Immortal
(individuality) and Mortal (personality as reflected by the mood). The
suggestion that the Sun, Moon, and Ascendant determine some 80 percent of
one's being originates from Hindu astrology. The Hindus also derived the
so-called Mansions of the Moon (or Nakshatras): 27 stellar groups of each 13
deg and 20 min of arc. They called these the Royal Road. They are very
similar to the Arabian Menzils and the Chinese Sieu. The 28 or so Arabian
parts may be a derivative of the mansions and the critical degrees therein,
as derived from the positions of the Sun, Moon, the Ascendant. A modern
rearrangement of these mansions and the critical degrees in each mansion is
the method of the PreNatal Epoch. Some traditional astrologers consider the
Sign and House occupied by the Moon as perhaps the most significant
influences in life. While there may be some Occultist and Hindu bias in this
view, modern astrology too attributes to the Moon a similar weight.
Guidelines to Interpretation
If you are a novice student of astrology, you may be tempted to place equal
weight on each passage as you read your report, and soon be overwhelmed by
the multiplicity of the elements involved, especially since some observations
are likely to be contradictory, others apparently not in the ball park.
(Keep in mind that real-life circumstances, ones's genetic make-up,
upbringing, and other non-astrological factors also play an important role in
shaping one's life. Sometimes these seemingly 'veil' astrological inputs.)
An experienced astrologer, in turn, will peruse the report, discard many
influences as marginal nuances, and flag out one or two elements as the most
dominant. For example, a configuration of Pisces Sun Conjunct Saturn in 1st
House, Opposing Pluto in 7th, Square Mars in 4th, and Square Moon in 10th,
very likely describes a burdened person who is bound to view his/her present
life as payment for a major misdeed in a previous incarnation. This
configuration is so powerful that the rest of the astrological influences
'pale' in comparison.
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Sun in Cancer
Under the sign that symbolizes home and foundations, your primary motivation
is the preservation of yourself and your clan. Your attachment and loyalty
to family, especially your mother, and close friends knows no bounds. You
stick to them through thick and thin.You are an excellent parent, but you
could be overly possessive and protective of your children. You are very
sensitive to your environment. You like appreciation, kindness, sympathy,
publicity, and recognition; you dread ridicule. Deep down, you are quiet,
reserved, emotional, intuitive, sensitive, protective, and sentimental. These
characteristics combined with nostalgia, a powerful imagination, and almost
photographic memory enable you to remember the positive aspects of past
experiences. This applies particularly to past love affairs, which (you allow
to) clutter present prospects. Yet, periodically you experience the urge to
clean house of useless memorabilia, and to forgive old grudges. This may
serve an inner perception. Being so sensitive and impressionable, it is
important for you to be in a positive and cheerful state of mind, for you
recognize that negative emotions can play havoc with your psyche and your
health. Your instinctive way of healing old wounds perhaps assures you that
you are rid of polluted memories, but this can also make you a slow learner
especially in relationships.
You are extremely intuitive. You respond instinctively and absorb all sorts
of vibes. Your many moods range from insecurity and fear and worry to
extreme elation. In love you tend to be moody but very sensual. Your moody,
self-centered, and possessive tendencies can create problems in your
relationships. On the one hand you long for companions who are stable and
productive, on the other you are attracted to partners who are changeable and
not very stable. Perhaps this is dictated by your own fluctuating moods,
seeking turbulence when you feel passionate, conviviality when you are calm
and rational. This can lead to a series of roller coaster relationships.
Because you are so sensitive and all-out in your affairs, feelings can easily
be hurt. In time, you probably develop a hard shell that will enable you to
protect your soft interior. But remember that you too can hurt. It may take
you some time before you learn to balance your emotions, and become more
consistent. Once you do, you will find the kind of partner you are seeking,
for a Cancer is an ideal companion.
And remember, although you can be an excellent loner, you are a romantic, and
you like to share. Do not let your fear of rejection or past hurts persuade
you to stay in your shell. Go out and socialize. As with Pisces, your
life-style is one of many ups and downs, and, like Gemini, you are strongly
attracted to experiences. Yet you also cater to roots, traditions, and
conservative values. You can be very unpredictable in your approach to life.
Though impressionable, once you make up your mind, you stick to your own
course. However, from time to time, you drastically alter the direction of
your position in life according to your intuitive hunches. that you may lack
material resources, but, then, you are full of contradictions. You are not a
gambler with money, yet you would gamble your life (and your income) on a
dream. Sometimes you do this for your love of adventure and experience, but,
more often than not, the motivation is your deep-seated desire to be in the
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center stage. You strive to achieve recognition, prestige, and ego
satisfaction. Your basic insecurity and lack of confidence sometimes
interfere with the choice of the direction you want to take to achieve your
goals and ambitions. But once you do find your direction, you pursue it
diligently and tenaciously. Being as shrewd as you are, it should not
surprise anyone, that you do achieve your dreams, and indeed, you are better
off than you were before. You need financial security and firm roots for
emotional stability. When you reach that stage, you are truly giving.
In small matters you can be fussy, critical, and argumentative. In fact, in
everyday circumstances you can be a difficult person to live with. Yet, you
can be solid as a rock in a crisis and comforting others who are also
affected. Once you learn to harmonize your mind and your emotions, your
compassionate and healing nature will enable you to become the person to whom
others turn for stability and guidance in their lives. Learn to overcome your
inferiority complex so that you can derive full benefits from your excellent
mind. For instance, with your ability to perceive the details of emotional
nuances, you could become an excellent documentary reporter, a writer, or a
playwright.
Depending on how you use the energies, you can be supportive or dominating,
sensitive or overemotional, protective or possessive, reliable or wishy
washy, imaginative and visionary or a dreamer. Concentrate on developing the
positive characteristics of your sign. (In case of interest, the German,
French, Latin, Turkish, and Indian terms are respectively Sun: Sonne,
Soleil, Sol, Gunesh, Surya (or Ravi), and the Sign is Krebs, Cancer, Cancer,
Yengec, Katana.)
The Sun stands for the ego, will, honor, dignity, and pride. It is strongest
in 1st, 5th, and 10th houses; weakest in 12th, 6th, 11th, 2nd, and 3rd. In
the latter cases, unless compensated for, you may not be sufficiently
assertive.
SUN's energy in Your Sign is modified as follows:
SUN in 7th HOUSE: You are sociable, adaptable, vain, and mannerly. You crave
recognition, but you are not firm in your aims. You project in a way where
your motivations and other people's reactions to them are tested; perhaps a
game player.
QUALITY: The Sun is in a Cardinal (Generation of activity and energy:
self-motivated, ambitious), Water (emotional, sensitive, intuitive, inspired,
inspirational, resourceful), and Introvert (meditating, feminine) Sign. Since
it is in an Angular House, according to traditional astrology, it is in a
relatively more powerful position. Specifically, marriage, partnerships, open
enemies, and contracts and legal proceedings gain additional significance in
your life.
MERCURY Rises Before SUN: Although your mind is somewhat self-oriented and
subjective, it is keen. You also have good memory.
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SUN No Aspect MARS: Sun-Mars aspects, even the adverse ones, are vital
energies which help one to achieve things! In your case this force is not
present. You have to try extra hard to achieve your aims.
SUN Sextile NEPTUNE: Although you are sociable and enthusiastic outwardly,
you really thrive from inner perceptions. You can get along with almost
anyone, and you are a source of inspiration to those around you.
Supplement: Sun Sextile Neptune *
The emotional and intellectual components of your being are nicely
blended and this balance bestows upon you considerable charm and
magnetism. Your intuition is strong and your critical faculties are
aided by tact, class, and innate good taste. There is a potential
for artistic talent in this aspect. However, the ability to pursue
and capitalize on this creativity will depend on other aspects. That
is, if other aspects to the Sun, Moon, Venus, and Mercury show
creative powers, these will help with the implementation and
eventually lead to recognition. In any case, you have a genuine
appreciation for beauty, poetry, and music, and will be found among
the patrons of the art galleries, operas, concerts, and the theater.
This aspect also supports one's health and general welfare.
You are aware of your creative potential. You understand your social
responsibilities and know that you can be instrumental in relieving
much of the suffering you observe. However, you prefer to leave the
task of changing adverse social conditions to those who have the
practical means and make-up for it. Your role is to assist those who
are affected by such conditions and to treat the symptoms. You are
compassionate and sensitive, and it is important for you to relate
to others in this socially responsible context.
The professional opportunities open to you are quite varied, for
have a way of blending with the particular requirements of a given
occupation, even though your personal preferences may be different.
Ideally your work should involve public related activities. Your
imagination and creative talents could be well suited to writing or
to communications in general. A position with a travel agency, on
ships, airlines, or at a resort would also be suitable. If you must
work alone, you have to find a way of relating this work to the
public. Arts and crafts, or even an occupation in metaphysics, would
bring out the best in you. Your sense of drama is an asset in
bringing attention to your pursuits. Your inspiration and
imagination become alive when you focus your energy on such
pursuits.
Your personal associations are as varied as your professional
interests. You have an innate ability to relate freely to all kinds
of people, and you are rarely off balance no matter how bohemian the
encounter. You admire the successful and sympathize with those who
fail, but you are not demanding or intolerant of either. Generally
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you allow others to find their own milieu. But, you are particularly
attracted to individuals who are sure of their identity. Frequently
you accept opportunities and challenges others generally avoid to
prove to yourself that you can succeed in any arena, despite the
unusual complications. You are somewhat of a visionary and can
picture the outcome of most situations in which you are involved.
In love, you are realistic about what you can or cannot expect from
a relationship. In judging an affair, you do not let romance cloud
reality. Of course your expectations may be quite demanding, but you
will not nurture a "this is it" self-deception for long if your
expectations are not met. Although this is a sensible approach in
theory, in the short term, you may turn down an interesting affair
by pre-judging the possibilities ahead of time. In turn, difficult
human situations may eventually challenge or alter your view of
life. Therefore you should try to make your expectations more
flexible, or at least reevaluate them from time to time. You could
even place yourself in situations which will test and refine your
ideals, for ideals are rewarding only to the extent that they
actually enlarge your experience.
You tend to be gentle and thoughtful in intimate relationships, and
easily acclimate yourself to your companion emotionally. This will
allow you to achieve a higher degree of oneness with your companion,
even if he or she has difficulty in verbalizing intimate or
emotional needs. You can understand them intuitively.
Ascendant in Sagittarius
Under the sign that symbolizes wisdom and the ever-evolving, you are an
extrovert who is constantly searching. You have an innate understanding of
the motivations of human existence. You are the philosophers, teachers, and
the eternal students. Your personality is very direct. You are frank and
to-the-point with your opinions. (And you do have opinions on all subjects.)
In these, you can be the most liberal and the most stubborn at the same time.
Mentally, you are broad-minded, quick and intuitive. You are also a
delightfully frank and open person. On the one hand your vision is very
broad; your conceptualization excellent. On the other hand you are also good
with detail, capable of easily grasping the essence of a problem. Like the
Cancer, you too can be prophetic, not so much through vibes as through your
rattrap mind and your ability to foresee the logical sequence of events.
Best of all, an incurable optimist, you can not be defeated. No wonder that
you feel so self-confident, for you are the sign of good fortune.
Depending on how you choose to utilize the energies, you can be generous or
wasteful, knowledgeable or opinionated, frank or tactless, experiencing life
or roaming. (In case of interest, the German, French, Latin, Turkish, and
Indian terms are respectively: Ascendant=Aszendent, Ascendant, Ascendens, ?,
Lagna (Simha), and the Sign is: Schuetze, Sagittaire, Sagittarius, Yay,
Dhanas).
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QUALITY: The Ascendant is in a Mutable, Fire, and Extrovert Sign.
ASCENDANT Square MIDHEAVEN: The Ascendant and Midheaven aspects signify the
relationship between the ego, the higher self, and personality, the lower
self.
MIDHEAVEN (MH): The MH is essentially the highest point in a chart. It is on
or close to the cusp of the 10th House. Traditional astrology did not
attribute significance to the sign of the MH. Dr. Ebertin of Cosmobiology and
Mid-points fame does in a general way. Albeit, the planets in the 10th house,
aspects formed between the planets and MH, and the planet that is closest to
the MH are the important factors in the delineation. These determine the
choice of profession and career, position vis-a-vis the public, and
contributions to the society. Depending on the nature of the above-related
relationships, success in these areas may be promoted or not.
The Significance of Midheaven (Medium Coeli) is as follows:
MIDHEAVEN in VIRGO: signifies the striving for a secure livelihood and
permanent position in life, advancement by simple means, a superb sense for
detail and organization, tidiness, and a critical attitude. On the other
hand, there may also be a tendency to petty criticism and nagging,
hypersensitivity, and susceptibility to flattery and unfounded praise.
QUALITY: The Midheaven is in a Mutable, Earth, and Introvert Sign.
The MOON's influence on you is as follows: (The Moon in the signs text is
extracted from many sources, including personal experiences. However, the
primary inspiration came from an old book, 'Influence of the Moon',by
Frederic Van Norstrand which may be the most comprehensive and substantive
text on the Moon in the signs.)
The MOON in LEO: Many of the natural characteristics of the Moon are absorbed
and nullified when she is in Leo, the natural domicile of the Sun. Key word
is Pride. Here the Moon is filled with the pride of life, in origin noble and
replete with dignity. It manifests as warm generosity, courage, and utter
fearlessness that compels devotion, admiration, and respect. These people may
be if anything too generous, magnanimous, and easily impressed upon, for they
are actuated by idealism, less by sober judgement. They may sacrifice
everything in the cause of righteousness and justice, evolved types
portraying great power of will and enormous determination. They appear lordly
in bearing, may be authoritative, yet very understanding. They will not stoop
to unworthy means to accomplish their ends. Leo strengthens the mentality and
the positive forces of the mind. It is fiery, magnetic, commanding, daring,
generous, lavish, rich in affection, fond of ceremony, pomp, and display. Leo
is spirit in manifestation, of character formation. It is said that Leo and
Aquarius are two of the best positions for the Moon, Taurus and Cancer next.
Usually conservative and discriminating, they possess a deep and consistent
love nature, and once their love is aroused, they will respond with unstinted
measure. However, they are also slow to withdraw their affection, and bear a
grudge if their love is abused. There is an innate destructive force in Leo,
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partly manifested as a smoldering temper and they may be the most prone to
jealousy, followed by Taurus and Scorpio. If they are abused, they will get
even, sometimes in desperate measures, but unlike Scorpio they will do so in
the open. These natives have an innate ability to make others dependent on
them. It is difficult to dominate or subjugate them--especially at about 28
deg of Leo associated with the fixed star Regulus, said to be prominent in
the charts of great rulers and generals. They like to exercise authority and
dominate others, but never underhandedly. They cannot be convinced against
their will, nor be swayed against their emotions.
These natives usually make fine persons, however they must first learn to
rule themselves. Timing and subtlety are very important in contesting issues
with them. The Moon in Leo also strengthens the influence of the Sun, no
matter in which sign it is located, but especially in Aries and Sagittarius;
also when Cancer is rising and the Moon falls in 1st or 2nd house. People
born with the Moon in Leo are almost fanatical about their freedom. They can
be assertive and take advantage of opportunities. There is also the capacity
for self-sacrifice. Their mentality is robust, strong, and decisive. It
cannot be dominated even by their loved ones. Their attitude to life is a
determined one, few limitations are recognized or acceded to. Although their
health is robust in general, the heart is the weak link. The natives do have
the capacity to work very hard. However, they do better on their own than
working for others, though they are effective in positions of trust and
authority. To wantonly tie them down is a waste of energy and resources, as
also placing arbitrary limitations on them, or to order them. They must be
courteously asked and subtly guided. They will show decorum; are courteous to
their superiors and others. Lunar Leo is not the rough-and-ready sort that an
Aries, Sagittarius, Capricorn, or Aquarius lunar can be. They are the
ritualists with dignity. Male natives may display pomp, arrogance, and
conceit. Their egocentricity may make them gullible; their colossal vanity is
at the root of their misfortunes. Sometimes they fuss over trifling details.
They are likely to be very popular with women. The woman they marry is likely
to be noble and pure-hearted, a saving influence in their lives. For a woman
this positioning may be a little less desirable, for being strong-minded and
determined, she may choose a weak male whom she can dominate at will. She
should curb her dictatorial attitudes. However she can be a fond mother and
faithful spouse. If hurt or humiliated, she can remain vulnerable a long
time. Sun/Moon/Saturn Conjunct is said to be the heaviest of karmic debts.
The MOON in 8th HOUSE: Emotionally intense, your life may be one struggle
after another. You are tenacious and ambitious, though you overestimate
yourself too. You sense other people's emotional state and use this for good
or ill.
QUALITY: The Moon is in a Fixed (Concentration of energy: fixed, consistent,
predictable, stable, accumulating), Fire (dynamic creativity; stimulating,
action-oriented), and Extrovert (outgoing, masculine) Sign. It is in a
Succedent House. According to traditional astrology, planets in Succedent
houses highlight the outcome of actions taken by the planets in Angular
houses. They signify the direction of one's energy and resources. They are
also said to bring a stabilizing influence on the person.
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MOON Sextile VENUS: This is a nice influence to have to enrich your life. You
are sociable, cheerful, affectionate, and have good taste. You are also
graceful, and have a class about you, though a bit self-indulgent and lazy
too.
Supplement: Moon Sextile Venus *
You are a gracious person, magnetic and handsome too. You are
probably a social leader of sorts, or at least popular in your
environment. There is an element of luck that will accompany you
throughout your life, not so much in speculative matters; rather,
one that protects you from adversity. Whatever original social
status or parental environment you were born into, probably a
favorable one, you will likely rise far above your original
circumstances. You are protected against utter defeat in a material
sense. You can make a little go a long way if you have to, but you
do not have to. Your taste in dress, furnishings, and adornments may
prove to be expensive, but even if times are trying financially,
your home is always warm, inviting, charming, and graceful. You are
not into glitter. What you project is an innate taste. This aspect
is also one of the indices of a happy marriage. Even if there is
adversity elsewhere in your chart, it will partially compensate the
adversity, and almost assure happiness in close relationships.
You have both the desire and the disposition for a happy and
rewarding partnership. Knowing quite clearly what you want out of
life, you communicate this to a prospective mate. You know you can
offer many personal resources and can use your talents imaginatively
to sustain a marriage. To add dimension to your relationship and
maintain continuing interest in each other, you try to share every
experience. You are creative, sympathetic, tender, and affectionate,
and will go to great lengths to introduce whatever is necessary to
protect the relationship. You are prepared to compromise, and you
expect the same from your mate. True sharing is the backbone
supporting your mutual concern for each other. Because you are
secure in your feelings about the one you love, your companionship
can weather many stormy incidents which may shake other bonds.
You are very sociable and can always find something pleasant to say
about everyone. Your inherent optimism makes you believe that even
the most difficult situations will work out fine eventually. So
you are not excessively preoccupied with "passing" adversity in your
life. To you, there is no problem that cannot be resolved if it is
discussed sincerely. You enrich your free time by involving yourself
in social organizations, working with young people, or by teaching
and learning new skills on your own. You are fairly clever in
handling your financial resources and know how to stretch them
imaginatively so that you always have enough resources. You may
resent it, however, if someone makes a demand on your finances. You
are conservative enough not to jeopardize your security to satisfy
someone else's frivolous needs. When you feel there is a genuine
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need, you are not indifferent to their situation, but you resent
being told when and how much to give.
It is easier for you than for many to understand and to realize your
emotional desires, partly because you are lucky, and in part because
you do not seek the impossible, which could lead to disappointment.
You prefer a warm and affectionate relationship than one that is
tempestuous and demanding. This is a fortunate characteristic in
that it will spare you many of the tumultuous relationships in which
others plunge compulsively. It also makes you a particularly
desirable partner, for you offer your companion a mellow and gentle
style of loving and sharing that always seeks to please. As a
result, you can tame and calm a more contentious partner and act as
the peacemaker in a relationship. In general, this is an excellent
trait, but do not let your partner take advantage of your desire for
harmony, and keep you from reaching your goals. Be helpful and
giving when reasonable, but stand your ground to unreasonable
demands, even if this goes against your nature. No worthwhile
partner will ask for more than you can reasonably give.
MOON Conjunct MARS: You have considerable will-power, but in close
relationships you lack emotional control, frequently throwing temper
tantrums. You also suffer from inner tensions, anger, envy, selfishness, and
impulsiveness. You use others for your emotional and other needs. You have
potent sexuality, particularly if this conjunction is in Scorpio or the 8th
House.
Supplement: Moon Conjunct Mars *
This aspect enhances the likelihood for authority, power, and
financial return. It also provides great charm, magnetism, artistic
ability, and sometimes public acclaim. You are bestowed with strong
desires and independence of spirit, in part as a result of
restrictions experienced early in life in parental home or as a
result of an early illness which has left a psychological need for
success. This need may also be compensation for an inherent weakness
or an inferiority complex which often arises in early childhood.
Your mind is quick, facile, and expressive and you are able to
interact both with individuals and with large groups. You are a
determined fighter and a worthy opponent. Your quarrelsome
tendencies are less marked after leaving parental home, where you
probably experienced severe restrictions from one parent. This
aspect usually brings about considerable musical or artistic ability
and talent in adulthood, sometimes producing a truly capable
creative artist. The sexuality and passions are strongly marked and
need to be contained and channeled, even though there is a danger
of distress through suppressed emotions. There may be unusual or
conflicting thoughts of love. Success in political and business
arenas are also possible - a long line of presidents of the United
States and other public officials share this aspect. Tact, self-
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assurance, and determination are enhanced along with increased
intellectual agility and energy. Determined pursuit of an ambition
is likely to bring outstanding recognition and success.
Emotionally you are anxious and impatient. Your feelings are strong
and generally in conflict because you are extremely sensitive to
what people say or do. Your imagination works overtime suffering
slights which may not have been intended. You respond to these
imagined insults in abusive ways, whether or not the response was
deserved. Frequently you are so preoccupied with yourself that you
are unsympathetic toward people who are trying to compromise with
you. In time they will start to avoid you. When you feel threatened
by persons who relate to you aggressively, you retaliate by putting
them in their place. You want desperately to establish close
relationships, but you are not always sure how to relate to your
companions when you do. This may be partially attributable to
childhood experiences when a parent may have treated you in an
overly critical manner.
You tend to assert yourself in extreme ways to satisfy your
emotional needs. When you are rejected, you can be very unkind, even
vicious and vindictive. The people for whom you care need a variety
of human companionship, but you are blind to their needs, and your
jealousy distorts your reason. You complain bitterly of being
abandoned by them. Compromise is something you expect from others,
but you fail to see any reason to make compromises yourself. The
adverse elements of this aspect demand a considerable time and
energy to overcome. When you do you will also find the peace of mind
you are seeking. With regard to relationships, postpone accusations
at least until you have all the facts. Place yourself in the other
person's situation and imagine what it is like to be on the
receiving end of your cruel outbursts. If you are honest with
yourself, you will realize that often you behave immaturely and
unjustly. You have only yourself to blame if you can not get along
with other people. One of the very significant lessons you can teach
yourself is not to presume on all occasions they people are "out to
get you". Other people experience difficult times or difficult
moments, just as you do. Unless the occasion has serious
consequences, try to overlook the real or imagined injury.
This aspect does not in itself signify specific professional
interests, but it does indicate problems in relating to co-workers
in any occupation. When you lose you are not especially gracious and
may even suggest that your competitor had an unfair advantage. In
other words, you are a sore loser. Indeed, you are so thin-skinned
that even a minor criticism is enough to set off a temper tantrum.
This may be partially due to a powerful sense of pride which is also
fragile. On the other hand, you can easily launch a verbal attack
against another person, and then you are appalled at the response.
There is a contradiction and inconsistency between your overly
sensitive response to criticism and your indifference to other
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people's sensitivity. If you select occupations which involve close
contact with the public or team-work with co-workers, you will have
to resolve these problems.
In love, your emotions are strong, passions potent. You respond to a
potential partner's advances quickly and forcefully. Once in a
relationship, emotions tend to grow quite volatile and intense, with
great energy put into love. However, you should resist the
temptation to move too hastily, particularly in making a commitment
or expressing anger toward a loved one. Instead, allow yourself the
opportunity to reconsider, for you have a tendency to become
disinterested in an idea as quickly as you became interested. This
is especially important on the occasions of angry exchanges, for
frequently you flare up intensely at first and then regret your
intensity. Your partner can always depend on you for strength and
support, especially during an imminent crisis. On the other hand,
for long term endurance, you may have to depend on your partner. As
a lover you are very romantic, intense, and passionate. You have to
train yourself to devote more time to preliminary affection and
foreplay to enjoy the full range of intimacy.
Supplement: Cancer Sun Leo Moon *
On the surface you have a lot to offer: sympathy, compassion, and
generosity. Indeed you are capable of all of these, but the
cooperative spirit which you exude is really only skin deep. You are
more an individualist who, if push comes to shove, will have his or
her way and fashion the world accordingly, all the while giving the
appearance of a group player. You appear to compromise by listening
to the other person, but in the end get your own way. Thus, there is
an autocrat in you, but this may be more a characteristic derived
from your (generally deserved) confidence in yourself. In the
presence of authority you will take orders, but you prefer to give
them. You are proud, honorable, and self-respecting. If your good
nature is imposed upon, you are capable of disconnecting coldly. Yet
you can be also very demonstrative.
Although you have not much faith in people, you do believe that you
can get what you want from them, if you bend a little, and that they
are fundamentally loyal to you, even those who may be deceptive and
treacherous. Thus, you may be seen as a manipulator. On the other
hand, you may be a politician, or a practical motivator of people,
who brings out the better characteristics in them. Your keen sense
of justice and fairness does in fact make people stick to you, even
those who have no special sense of right and wrong. You take
yourself rather seriously, having a high estimate of yourself.
Others are usually willing to accept this. You are good at analysis,
detail, and organization, and will often reach an executive position
in a business. Emotionally you are loyal though perhaps not
consistent. You are quite capable of multiple affairs if it suits
your purposes or desires. You are understanding and tolerant of the
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weaknesses of others as well as your own, and have a "do as I say,
not as I do" attitude where matters of love and loyalty are
concerned.
MERCURY: The communicator and messenger. Controls the mind and intellect,
speech, all forms of communication, analytical capability, state of mind,
talent (or lack of it) in written or oral expression, news, correspondence,
languages , and literary output. Mercury also influences adaptability to the
environment and people. It is strongest in Virgo, Gemini, and Aquarius;
weakest in Leo, Sagittarius, and Pisces.
Mercury's influence on you is as follows:
MERCURY in CANCER: You have keen intellect and excellent memory. You don't
cater to small talk; can adapt to any place or any person. Romantic and
sentimental, you are past-oriented. You like praise and maintaining a
positive image.
MERCURY in 7th HOUSE: You are sociable and at ease with people, but can be
too agreeable and accommodating. Your mind is creative and follows form and
logic; both scientific and literary. You are fair dealing with others and
have good manners. You may be involved in some occupation dealing with the
public. If Mercury is adverse, you are open to problems in marriage,
possibility of legal confrontations, and loss of social esteem.
QUALITY: Mercury is in a Cardinal, Water, and Introvert Sign and in an
Angular House.
MERCURY Conjunct JUPITER: You have a mind that can conceive as well as
implement. It is imaginative yet practical. It can separate larger issues
from smaller ones. It is also active and curious. Much common sense too. A
fine asset.
Supplement: Mercury Conjunct Jupiter *
You are an honorable person, bestowed with a fine and tenacious
mind. If the conjunction occurs in Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, or
Aquarius, you can be immensely stubborn. But regardless of the sign,
you are a person whose opinions seldom sway, and if the issue is about
"right or wrong", certainly you cannot be swayed from the right. You
cannot be bribed. You are judicial, somewhat puritanical, and do
well in law, government, and politics, where your integrity and high
standards can take you far. You are also a good business person,
optimistic but sound, capable of executive leadership; a fine
salesman, persuasive and forceful. You love a good story. And when
not in a solemn mood you appreciate a good joke on anyone, including
yourself, despite the fact that you take yourself and the world
pretty seriously. This aspect lends additional importance to other
aspects of Mercury. If there are no other aspects, then your mental
processes are direct, proceeding from cause to effect with admirable
precision, without being confused by unimportant details and
complexities. And you are not likely to be wrong in your
conclusions. You also have excellent powers of reasoning and the
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enthusiasm to remain interested in whatever draws your attention. You
have an insatiable appetite for knowledge, and your mind is a
treasure-chest of information. Communication is your greatest talent,
and you express your opinions persuasively. Because you always insist
on finding the truth, you are sure of yourself and of what you know.
You develop your creative ideas cleverly and with extraordinary
ingenuity and inspiration.
Early in life you began asking questions about everything and would
not be silenced until you had the answers. This curiosity has
continued and will be active throughout your life. Each answer you
obtain opens broad vistas to still more unanswered questions.
Suffice it to say that your whole life is a process of learning
about everything, old and new. You are flexible enough to revise
your thinking when new evidence suggests that you should. You study
the past but primarily for its role as the key to the future. Your
incredible mental capacity can be applied to any field which
involves direct communication with people, including education,
philosophy, history, public relations, writing, and travel.
Eventually you will be recognized as an authority in your field and
respected for your contributions to society. Thus, it is imminent
that you do not neglect your schooling and education, for this will
enable you to make an even greater contribution. The world will be
poorer if deprived of your enormous creative potential.
You should recognize that this aspect makes it difficult for you to
focus on one subject to the exclusion of others. You do not need to
be alarmed at this. With self-discipline you can pursue several
interests at once and pay exclusive attention to any one of them
when you choose. This unique ability gives you the potential for
greatness. Your vast resources of information can make you a
formidable opponent in a debate or argument. The only serious
problem for you is in deciding on and defining the objectives and
goals in life to which you want to direct your energies. You may
also have some sort of nervous ailment that will require you to
detach yourself from your ambitions while you recuperate. Rest is
extremely important to you.
In love, you are quite inventive, overflowing with thoughts about
how to make romance better and more interesting. You may express
many of these ideas verbally. So you would be happy with a companion
who appreciates not only the physical side of romance but its
spiritual and mental sides as well. This will allow you two to
experiment with a rich selection of romantic scenarios. It would be
even more fortunate if your partner can introduce some of the more
down-to-earth details of implementation, for romance to you is
sometimes merely a state of mind. You should be careful with the
volume of verbal expression in general, however, for in view of your
expansive mind you have a tendency to become an occasional windbag.
It may be best for you to wait until your thoughts are fully formed
before you discuss them. Otherwise you may detect that people have
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lost interest by the time you present the conclusions. Albeit, you do
have a taste for drama, especially in intimate relationships, and
even your sudden inspirations, and erotic fantasies, have a way of
coming to life fully formed. Thus, they have quite an impact.
MERCURY Square NEPTUNE: You seek fame, but cannot find your place in life,
mainly because you pursue unrealistic notions and suffer from faulty
judgement. Occasional lying and your tendency to manipulate further
complicate things. You may experience extreme depression or feel in a rut.
However, if you learn to control the excess, this influence can become
particularly useful for studying abstract subjects. In other words, apply
your potent imagination to constructive outlets, for some day something is
likely to catch your interest and you will have found your place.
Supplement: Mercury Square Neptune *
You are a daydreamer. You think abstract and impractical thoughts
which you weave into a web of reality that you cannot put into
practice. You love beauty, music, and art, and should try to master
the technique of one of these fields to put your inspirational
faculties to work. You have difficulty concentrating and are easily
distracted, not so much by things or people around you as by the
wandering tendencies of your own mind. Even when you are alone in a
quiet room, your imagination leaves little for practical
accomplishments.
Your imagination often conflicts with your logic too. Your fear of
responsibility can cause emotional and tangible problems. You seem
unable to view life realistically, and by arguments which may be
logical only to you, you can convince yourself that an unpleasant
reality which you do not wish to confront simply does not exist. The
resulting distortion further complicates matters so that the truth
and reality of a situation remains hidden to you. In short, you are
an escapist, a problem partly caused by your early parental
conditioning.
Until you face up to the harsh realities of the world outside, your
progress will be limited. Because of your extreme sensitivity,
superficial problems become exaggerated. You have a talent to
express abstract thoughts, but you must prepare for occasional
setbacks when you expose yourself to competition. The challenge of
competition can threaten your success unless you exercise self-
control and become more confident. You must train your intellectual
abilities to gain self-confidence. Be honest with yourself at all
times as you develop your capabilities so that you will also
understand your limitations. Eventually you can succeed in writing,
acting, education, art, or abstract phenomena, including metaphysics.
You must clarify your objectives and learn to focus your attention on
one specific challenge at a time. This is important: too many
interests at once bring out your weakness under pressure, and this,
rather than inability, may defeat you. Your should involve in
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activities which serve other people. Exposure to their problems will
help you solve your own problems as well.
Be cautious and conservative in your romantic alliances, for your
imagination can play tricks on you. If you interpret someone's
casual interest as a sign of love, you may be disappointed. Do not
make any commitments to romantic companions until they establish
their sincerity. You can be easily victimized by your desire to
experience the ideal relationship. Develop your creative talents so
that when you are alone you are not lonely. You may have some
difficulty communicating to your companion what really makes you
tick and what you expect from the relationship. It is very important
that you do your utmost to be strictly truthful with your partner,
because you do have the tendency to tell unnecessary white lies
which can become big black ones, before you realize their impact.
VENUS: Stands for love, peace, harmony, aesthetic values, artistic
expression, physical attraction, self-indulgence, social life, and optimism
about life. It has a magnetic quality between the sexes, and enhances social
and romantic opportunities. Venus is strongest in Taurus, Libra, Pisces, and
in 7th House; weakest in Aries, Scorpio, and Virgo.
Venus' influence on you is as follows:
VENUS in GEMINI: You are sympathetic, versatile; perhaps a bit overly
accommodating. You can be flirtatious and promiscuous. Indeed, you are able
to pursue simultaneous relationships (which can lead to conflicts). You may
be creatively inclined, perhaps in literature or as a poet; you have a way
with words. You are on the go; like to travel. You may marry several times.
VENUS in 6th HOUSE: You may be one of the few people who do not fall in love
head over heels; you are much too practical and your moral standards are
high. Your health is reasonably good; you enjoy harmonious interaction with
your employers and co-workers.
QUALITY: Venus is in a Mutable, Air, and Extrovert Sign and in a Cadent House.
VENUS Sextile MARS: You are amorous and demonstrative in the way you relate
to romantic partners and should not have any problem attracting them. You
have also an adventurous but aspiring nature; your daily life is
well-organized.
Supplement: Venus Sextile Mars *
Your personality is strong and magnetic with considerable sex appeal
and physical presence. You are intense without being erratic and
emotionally stable and reliable. You are likely to marry well, as
far as money is concerned, and have good earning potential of your
own. You spend freely especially in pursuit of pleasure and when
acquiring fashionable items. There is an element of luck in this
aspect. You are likely to profit materially through your parents
and may have a legacy from them. Money is important to you.
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You can be materialistic, yet your ideals have a touch of earthiness
about them. You are more ardent than romantic. However, if other
aspects show romantic potential, this aspect will lend vitality and
realism to what might otherwise be a nebulous element. You will
seldom want for romantic companions. Popular in your environment,
you are likely to become a social leader of sorts, attracting all
sorts of people to you - and loving it.
You have a warm and affectionate nature. Your physical needs are
considerable, but you know how to contain them until you meet a
person with whom you can enjoy a comfortable relationship. You do
not display your feelings until you know the person fairly well and
can decide if there is a sufficient level of mutual interest and
physical attraction. You recognize the fact that it is necessary to
compromise with people to maintain continued friendship. Others are
inclined to make concessions to you because your interaction
encourages them to do so. You do not challenge or threaten the
opinion other people have about themselves, nor do you call
attention to their failings. Although you allow for human frailties,
you expect to see the better qualities manifested.
You can be somewhat irresponsible with your finances in that you do
have the tendency to spend more than you earn. You prefer to taste
the finer and more aesthetic things that life has to offer than to
preoccupy yourself with the seamy side of it. Your artistic nature
provides an appreciation for good music, fine works of art, good
literature, interesting social contacts, and congenial friendships.
No particular professional interest is emphasized by this aspect,
but you would be very suitable for any occupation which facilitates
one-to-one interaction with people. When in the company of people
whom you do not know well, you are able to start a casual conversation
so that you can introduce yourself and break the ice. You have an
optimistic outlook on life and a smile that shows the world that you
are a happy and congenial person. You could be enormously successful
in a public relations position where people would feel impelled to
approach you, particularly since you immediately put them at ease.
You probably still maintain friendship with people you met years
ago, even though you may no longer be in direct contact with them.
You retain good memories of the jointly shared times with them and
tend to forget or overlook a painful incident that may have
occurred. The person whom you will marry is likely to be one who
cooperates with you in achieving the good things in life. But
whether you marry for security or for purely emotional reasons, the
relationship will prove enriching. Because of your good sense of
timing and taste, you are usually able to get the response you
desire in a romantic encounter. Although you are not necessarily
conservative sexually, or overly considerate, you like to harmonize
your mode of action to that of your companion. Your relationships
usually evolve so that soon your partner's desires also harmonize
with yours. There will be times when you are without a companion.
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However, these occasions seem to occur at times when it is either
convenient or even helpful not to have a companion. In general,
your sexual needs are quite regular, a warm extension of your
overall relationship. The only problem you may encounter is in that
sex on a regular schedule can lose some of the excitement.
Therefore, you should allow for a periodic change in style and
rhythm. You can initiate these changes yourself, or the impetus may
come from a more irregular and volatile partner.
VENUS Square NEPTUNE: You have a powerful imagination and like to fantasize a
great deal. These may be utopian dreams, ego trips, illusions, and
deceptions. Yet, your perception of things, although quite unorthodox, can be
amazingly accurate. In personal relationships this influence is more harmful
than it is helpful, for your expectation of your companions reaches a level
of perfection that is unfair and absurd. You idolize your mates, yet you are
more in love with being in love, and you find imaginary imperfections in
them. It would be so fortunate if you could utilize this influence
constructively, for, in view of your potent imagination, there is a vast
reservoir of creativity in you, particularly in philosophical and abstract
outlets. (See the house positions of Venus and Neptune.)
Supplement: Venus Square Neptune *
Your imagination may cause you some difficulties. Your defenses
usually go up whenever any one or anything seems to challenge you.
They may not in fact be threatening you, but you still respond as if
they were. It is not easy for you to see things clearly, and you are
often ill-advised in your judgement. Instead of seeing the world
through rose-colored glasses, you should understand that frequently
you look at life through blinders which block out the truths you can
not accept. Your outlook on life needs significant adjustment if you
wish to avoid the many problems that are sure to develop. Your lack
of concern about material matters can prove costly. Do not overextend
yourself so that you are caught in a financial trap. Resist purchases
on credit. You are easily entranced by appearance and often ignore
the harsh realities of paying for what you have purchased.
You are best suited to self-employment. You are so sensitive to
people that most regular occupations, which require you to interact
with others on a day-to-day basis, can produce anxiety and stress.
Because you cannot handle frustration, it is doubtful that you could
succeed in any competitive position over time, where you will likely
get involved in disputes with co-workers or make self-righteous
accusations you cannot really justify. You must reconstruct your
attitudes so that tolerance of co-workers is a definitive component
of your behavior, not an accidental byproduct. Find a type of outlet
for your enormous creative ability so that when problems occur it is
you alone who makes the decision as to how to resolve a situation.
You will thus avoid or minimize inter-personal problems involving
guilt or condemnation. In time, you will learn from your experiences
and acquire a feel as to how to cope with a situation involving
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someone else which you must confront. Meditation of some sort may
also be used to acclimate yourself to endure external challenges
with dignity and self-assurance.
You may need to discipline yourself in your personal relationships
and romantic ties. In some ways you have the tendency to encourage
others to take advantage of you. Be cautious about making emotional
commitments unless the other person has shown solid proof of honesty
and sincerity. You should make a particular effort to reexamine your
motives of your sexual and emotional desires before pursuing them
actively. This is not a question of honesty or morality, but of
making sure that you really desire what you think you desire, and
that you will be satisfied if and when you achieve it. It is really
important for you to take the time to reconsider a relationships or
a companion which, it would appear at first glance, promises
everything you want. You would also be wise not to take things for
granted, that is, at their face value. By examining an affair
realistically, you can avoid fashioning your companion and the
relationship in a mold of your own dreams and wishes, injecting into
them attributes which are really not there. The purpose here is not
to introduce cynicism or excessive caution to every potential
relationship or companion, rather it is to awaken you to your
general tendency to misjudge the variables in these situations. By
being totally honest with yourself and by seeking the opinions of
trusted friends, you may gain a more realistic view of your
situation. This applies to you more than most, for once you are
already in an unsatisfactory bond, you find it quite difficult to
extricate yourself, and your efforts to rectify the situation often
make it only worse.
MARS: Stands for applied energy, the urge to act, willpower, courage,
determination, endurance, self-reliance, independence, and physical
attraction. It is strongest in Aries, Scorpio, Capricorn and Leo, or in 1st
and 8th houses; weakest in Taurus, Libra, and Cancer.
Mars' influence on you is as follows:
MARS in LEO: If Mars is positive, you are noble, active, fearless,
independent, dramatic and very passionate. You have a strong sense of honor
and responsibility. You can be embarrassingly direct and frank, and defend
your views forcefully. You can make enemies. But even your enemies envy your
adventurous and daring, indeed reckless, pursuit of business and life. The
intensity with which you court your mate has a momentum of its own. You go
all out. If Mars is adverse, it can bring about a violent temper,
difficulties in romance, problems with children and possible losses through
gambling and speculation. There is also a recklessness about you that makes
you accident-prone.
MARS in 8th HOUSE: Your courage and fearlessness in facing life's ups and
downs are enviable. You simply do not give up. You like to control the
variables and people around you, but you also have the ability to help others
to structure their lives. You are temperamental, at times indeed reckless.
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Your sexuality is potent but perhaps a bit raw. If Mars is adverse, your
temperament can reach absurd levels. You may depend on other people's
financial and emotional resources to fulfill personal goals. You can be
devious and manipulative.
QUALITY: Mars is in a Fixed, Fire, and Extrovert Sign and in a Succedent
House.
JUPITER: Stands for wisdom, understanding, generosity, benevolence,
philosophy (of life), expansion and growth, optimism, justice, riches,
excess, wanderlust: the planet of opportunity and good fortune, or the lack
of these. It is said that Jupiter's influence is generally felt after
mid-life.
Jupiter's influence on you is as follows:
JUPITER in CANCER (Exalted Position): Depending on Jupiter's aspects at birth
and later, if positive, it will help you to become a sensitive, kind and
courteous person. Impressionable to the environment, you have a vivid and
powerful imagination. It can also help you to become rich from investments in
real estate. Your parents and family will be helpful throughout your life.
However if adverse, it can make you a person who is easily led astray, by
your own somewhat misguided imagination as well as by others. You may become
overweight too.
JUPITER in 7th HOUSE: This promises success vis-a-vis intimate friends and
possibly through marriage. It also balances adverse influences elsewhere.
Avoid being selfish and you will get lots in return, including social esteem.
However if adverse, you could be burdened with an indulgent spouse, or your
marriage may be delayed, or you lose through bad partnerships and law suits.
QUALITY: Jupiter is Exalted in this Cardinal, Water, and Introvert Sign and
in an Angular House.
SATURN: Stands for the structure in life. If positive, it represents
discipline, concentration, earnestness, perseverance, patience, and common
sense. It can also bring about loneliness, isolation, inhibition,
constraints, limitations, and obstacles to progress. Its position at birth
and the aspects it forms later in life signal the periods of significant
restructuring of some aspect of one's life. These are the times when one is
induced to confront a major problem which may have been pushed aside until
then. Such periods are generally very important learning experiences which
are better appreciated after the fact. Unlike the other slow-moving planets,
Jupiter (good fortune and excess), Uranus (dynamic and agitating), Neptune
(nebulous and spiritual), and Pluto (intense and evolutionary), Saturn, even
at its best, is a sober and sobering planet. Its rewards do not come free but
after persistent hard work. They must be earned, but they also endure. If
Saturn is positive, it bestows stability to the affairs associated with the
house in which it is positioned.
Saturn's influence on you is as follows:
SATURN in GEMINI: Depending on Saturn's aspects at birth and later, you are
likely to reach your ambitions thru various mental pursuits and by
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structuring your thoughts, perhaps in scientific fields. You have a good
sense of timing in things you wish to implement. Your mind is logical and
capable of deep concentration. But if Saturn is adverse, your education may
halt before completion; your mind may be more depressed and sober than
profound; your casual relationships less than congenial, or the number of
your acquaintances very limited.
SATURN in 6th HOUSE: Depending on Saturn's aspects at birth and later, if
positive, it can bestow upon you a healthy constitution. You are capable of
profound levels of concentration and yet you can also deal with detail. You
are very responsible and a hard worker, though your jobs or personal projects
(perhaps in services or education) are taxing and demand lots of energy.
Although you are practical, you do feel burdened occasionally. However, if
adverse, Saturn can bring about a situation where you are unable to secure
employment for long periods, or you have a way of finding jobs (and working
conditions) which eventually make you unhappy. Your health may be poor , or
you have a way of driving yourself very hard in whatever you are doing, which
could lead to poor health.
QUALITY: Saturn is in a Mutable, Air, and Extrovert Sign and in a Cadent
House.
SATURN Conjunct URANUS: This is a severe influence externally and internally.
It is positive and adverse at the same time. Externally, it is unsettling
because Saturn's demand that you maintain the status quo and the existing
structure of things is contradicted by the revolutionary and agitating
Uranus. You are pulled from two opposing directions at the same time. It can
manifest as confused goals and approach to life. Internally the effect is
similar. Although you are willful, tenacious and tough, you are also under
immense inner tension. This could make you potentially explosive, certainly
unpredictable. It could take you some time to overcome this influence. If and
when you do, it can become a reservoir of strength. And if you wish to
implement a dream, this will be a driving force.
Supplement: Saturn Conjunct Uranus *
This aspect strengthens a strong horoscope with magnetism,
presence, and intensity, but weakens a weak one with confusion and
indecision. It can bring about serious inner frustration and
periodic violent temper. You have a strange attraction to unusual
and bohemian people, things, and ideas, perhaps because you can
identify with them. You protect your privacy and do not wish others
to know or to interfere with it. This may be partially a protection
against the fact that others may take you as overly eccentric if
they knew the real you. You can be rather secretive, suspicious,
reserved, and proud. Your mind has its own logic which, more often
than not, can see the essence of a matter through the surrounding
clutter. Suffice it to say that your mental processes are very
complex, and unless Mercury and/or the signs Gemini or Virgo are
accentuated in your chart, you may have difficulty in expressing
yourself. You are independent and irascible despite a subtle
inferiority complex, or perhaps because of this. At any rate, you
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dance to your own tune, and keep your purposes to yourself. There is
a potent ambition that underlines your progress, but sometimes you
may encounter difficulties in implementation. This may be caused by
the fact that frequently you cannot separate the practical from the
ideal, the visionary from and the real, the theoretical from the
factual. It may be that your goals are too complex, their
implementation too arduous. Yet, you have the ability to give form
to your many creative ideas. You are usually mature in your
attitudes, which enables you to derive some benefit from everything
you do. Your desire for freedom is matched by your capacity to earn
it by carefully and efficiently mobilizing your resources for
particular objectives. This self-discipline will always sustain you.
You have a healthy respect for authority. You also have the drive
and ambition to accomplish important long term projects which can
assure your future security.
Your professional potentials are almost unlimited because you are
not afraid of the responsibilities and the demands of leadership.
You have much to offer to the world in terms of understanding and
experience. You comprehend the lessons of the past and you act
aggressively to avoid ignorance in the future. These abilities
should serve you well in group enterprises or sociopolitical
endeavors. Fields such as science, mathematics, research, politics,
the occult, and especially teaching are some of the areas in which
your talents would be well challenged. You are comfortable in the
company of rugged individuals who have high aims and ideals. Some of
them may be adventurous types whose ambitions are outside the norm.
Others may be self-motivated people who commit themselves to a
particular, even a narrow, endeavor (eg, a watch maker). However,
you are impatient with people who are motivated by superficial and
provincial aims, since you doubt that they can serve the needs of
the masses. Your life has purpose and direction, and your closest
associates, people you admire, have similar goals. Since your goals
are complex and taxing, you must relax periodically to recuperate
and to reestablish order and priorities. Relaxation may mean
periodically doing something different than the primary activity you
are pursuing. You can easily drive yourself too hard. When tired,
you become pessimistic about plans which otherwise seem to be going
well.
The following additional delineation is provided by Sirman!
While aspects between the ponderous planets do not directly relate
to sexuality, in this case sexuality may be an important byproduct.
That is, Saturn Conjunct Uranus involves enormous levels of
intensity, inner tension, obsession, strong passions, and self-
denial. These may be experienced as a consequence or a symptom of
very demanding ambitions and all-consuming work. Therefore, frequent
sexual activity may be one way in which you can relax and overcome
mental exhaustion. Unfortunately, this is not the most romantic way
to enjoy intimacy. It is likely to be totally self-gratifying,
indeed selfish, and inconsiderate of the feelings of your companion.
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To be frank, intimacy experienced under these circumstances is
seldom the physical expression of love one presumably shares with
one's companion. Rather it is more a glorified masturbation.
Frequently it may not even matter who the partner is. Thus, problems
will surely develop.
There are two long-term ways in which these problems can be
anticipated and confronted by a male native: 1) the companion is one
who can comfortably play the role of the (historically) "subservient
wife" (no negative connotation implied), or one from a different
culture which still identifies women in that image, and 2)
compartmentalize the activities involving the companion and the
ambitions so that there is minimum overlap. Since the roles of men
and women in eastern societies are traditional, the problem outlined
here is more applicable to individuals in western cultures, in
particular industrialized societies in which more and more women can
experiment with roles traditionally reserved for men. For a western
woman facing this situation the solution may be even more difficult,
for she who prompts this circumstance will be the one to rebel
against her male companion who accepts such a role. Since most
societies experience mixed emotions about a man in a subservient
role, whether truly so or merely accommodating the situation,
infidelity (if she is married) and promiscuity (if not) is likely to
result. And since western societies are also predominantly
Christian, thus very concerned with sin and guilt, soon she will
become a wooden image of her former self: hardened, selfish,
bitchy... while supposedly successful.
So a very natural act that initially began as a way to relax and to
overcome tension will eventually evolve to greater inner tension and
unhappiness in general. This may be one of the reasons, or a
contributing factor, as to why many professional man and women (eg,
doctors, lawyers, movie stars) consumed by obsessive ambition, even
after they have achieved success, commit adultery, divorce-remarry-
divorce their former companions, experiment with alcohol and drugs,
and experience severe depression. Perhaps these are their futile
efforts and silent cries of attempting to recapture their former
zest, sense of romance, the "child" in them, their identity... Many
commit suicide. The best solution maybe the solution proposed
earlier: to learn to compartmentalize the ambitions and the human
needs, with minimum overlap. If there is no companion, one should
make an attempt to find one, or to pursue a vocation totally
unrelated to primary activities (eg raising tomatoes). Perhaps this
is exactly what is implied, in the case of a doctor, in the old
saying "do not bring your patient home". Apparently some people with
huge ambitions are able to do this: realize their ambitions and
still maintain their inner happiness.
SATURN Sextile PLUTO: Your tenacity is a 'Magnificent Obsession' that will
move mountains out of your way. You are capable of immense achievements.
These will likely come later in life and after a few mountains. But with
evolutionary Pluto and no-nonsense and practical Saturn behind you, it is
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almost certain that you will maximize your potentials and become very
successful. Your dreams could become a reality.
Supplement: Saturn Sextile Pluto *
You are an efficient and diligent worker whose stamina and tenacity
pave the way to achieving your ambitions. You have a superb sense
and ability for organization. This helps you to improve your work
methods and increases your efficiency. Hard work does not discourage
you, but you may need to cultivate your creativity. You can maintain
your concentration almost indefinitely and instinctively know how to
manage your affairs so that they yield the greatest benefit. Your
thinking is organized, your purposes are realistic, and your
attention to duty guarantees success. You recognize that social
changes are inevitable. You accept your share of the
responsibilities in the scheme of things, certain that you can make
a viable contribution. You realize that you must plan carefully in
order to succeed. Knowing that nothing can be left to chance, you
organize your resources in such a way as to achieve the optimum
results. You understand your abilities and shortcomings and
establish your goals and objectives accordingly. You are prepared to
accept any and all responsibilities so that you can reach position
you desire. You are not surprised by your success, for you are aware
of your enormous efforts to that end. You are not afraid that you
will fail, nor do you feel threatened by anyone, because you have
built your position on a firm foundation.
You know that experience is the best teacher, but you also value
education and training as a means to expand your opportunities.
These attitudes enable you to fill many positions. You realize that
the benefits you derive are in direct proportion to your
contribution, and your attitude is recognized by your superiors,
thus opening the path to promotion. You are humble enough to seek
advice and guidance from more experienced people. Although you are
understanding of the motives of other people, you are not always
tolerant of their complaints or incompetence. You expect a lot from
those under you, and you can be vindictive toward an unqualified
person who tries to gain a high position. But you prefer to discuss
mutual differences rather than let a misunderstanding spoil a
relationship. Security is important to you and is perhaps the
motivation fueling your urge to succeed. You are also aware of the
general misconception of people to view money as a universal problem
solver. You respect the power of money, but you will not be
dominated by the compulsion to accumulate a fortune.
You can guide a love relationship with a steady hand, without
becoming overly possessive of your companion. However, you know when
to put a stop to a situation when things begin to get out of hand.
You are fairly secure and not easily threatened in your conviction
that a substantial relationship will not suffer if you or your
partner exercise reasonable freedom, that indeed, a good
relationship cannot become better if such reasonable freedom is not
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exercised.
URANUS: Is a dynamic planet that gives rise to sudden realizations and
changes that affect one's direction in life for better or worse. It can
activate events that have remained dormant. If positive, it manifests as
independence, freedom, enthusiasm, and mobility. Otherwise it may bring about
agitation, nervous tension, erratic and impulsive behavior, rebelliousness,
and obstinacy. Under its influence one's state of mind may be intuitive and
original or eccentric and erratic. Depending on its position, the
realizations and events associated with Uranus may be reforming (how to
improve the status quo) or anarchic (how to break away from or change the
status quo). Its effect, for example, if positively placed in 5th house or in
positive aspect to the Natal Sun, Moon, or Venus, is likely to signal a
period of stimulating activity, romantic encounters, originality, and
creative urges. (The dates shown for the signs apply to dates after 1927.)
Uranian influence on you is as follows:
URANUS in GEMINI: You are the 8/1942-6/49 Generation: bestowed with quick and
very original mind, you are versatile, progressive, and possess good
communication and organizational skills. However, depending on the aspects to
Uranus at birth and later, you will be able to achieve a great deal, perhaps
in scientific or technical areas, or, you will become a restless eccentric
and scatter your energy. You are also accident-prone.
URANUS in 6th HOUSE: You need to be careful with your nervous system. You are
hyper. This also reflects in your work and personal projects which you change
frequently because you are bored with routine. Yet your approach to things is
too often a 'Magnificent Obsession'. Although you are not irresponsible, you
may act that way, particularly at your place of work, when you are ready to
move on, because your inner restlessness seeks outward manifestation, a
reason or cause which drives you away from the old on to the new.
QUALITY: Uranus is in a Mutable, Air, and Extrovert Sign and in a Cadent
House.
Note: Uranian aspects to Neptune/Pluto affect many in your generation.
Depending upon your environment and circumstances, the results may remain
dormant, or be noticeable at mid-life or later.
URANUS Trine NEPTUNE: Depending on house positions of Neptune and Uranus,
this can be a potent combination: very strong intuition, imagination,
inspiration, and idealism. It is not all in the spiritual realm either. At
its most potent form, you can set a profound new direction for others to
follow. This could include those in your environment as well as the public at
large. At the same time, you could be the ultimate romantic, but like the sea
and the sailor, your romantic companion is life itself. You like to
experience it as deeply and as richly as you can. Perhaps you can enrich
others with your experiences.
Supplement: Uranus Trine Neptune (by Sirman) *
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A generation of people share this aspect in their charts. It is an
aspect that improves a good horoscope, lending some support to a bad
one. It enhances material benefits, sharpens one's perceptions, and
provides a capable mind with a wide scope of vision.
Your mind has a vision and logic of its own. You will not
automatically accept an idea on the grounds that it is the one
promoted or adhered to by the majority. Your intellectual mind
requires that you evaluate the logic of all ideologies, dogmas, or
theories, whether they are political, philosophical, or religious.
You feel that you cannot support a particular belief until you
understand thoroughly how and why it was established. You seek the
truth, not popular thoughts or illusions. You are especially
suspicious of suggestions which propose to alter your values and
life-style, thus your destiny.
All this scrutiny is really not surprising, for while you can be
extremely tolerant of other views, as long as you are not challenged
by them, you have an extremely original and far-seeing mind that is
perfectly attuned to philosophical theses. And, if educated and
there are other supporting aspects, you are not only familiar with
what has been said, but you have your own original concepts and
formulations concerning every imaginable topic that affects the
individual or humanity. These are not on-the-spot opinions which
most people use in casual conversations. There is cause and effect
and logical context to almost all of your arguments. While not
necessarily quick-on-the-draw as people with debate-enhancing
aspects in their chart, unless you too have such aspect in your
chart, once you make your presentation, there are really no
loopholes left for anyone to probe. All in all, these qualities make
you ideally gifted as a teacher or professor, counselor, statesman,
judge, religious or spiritual leader, or a mover of masses. However,
the "universal" person in you may also dictate that you become a
roaming philosopher who is destined to experience as much as
possible of what planet earth has to offer.
In love, your most stimulating experiences will be a consequence
living out your fantasies. And you do have a preponderance of them.
They are vivid and in full color. You are so accepting of all
matters relating to people, that it is difficult to conceive a
subject that you would consider a taboo. Depending on other aspects
in your chart, this would also make you an experimenting, perhaps
promiscuous, person capable to indulge in a wide range of colorful
scenarios.
URANUS Sextile PLUTO: This is an evolutionary combination. If you find an
outlet for the energy, there is a vast potential in you for major
accomplishments. It will become a contribution of major proportions.
Supplement: Uranus Sextile Pluto (by Sirman) *
You are a nonconformist, but do not feel the need to induce others
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to follow your lifestyle too. Your unique and original approach
helps you to get more from life than most people, but you may have
to cultivate more deliberate outlets for your energies. An
energizing factor within the horoscope, squares in general, but more
importantly squares of Mars, may be needed if you are to succeed and
actualize your potential. Otherwise you can become purposeless,
doing what you feel like doing at the time.
You generally voice your displeasure when you observe injustice or
dishonesty, may it be perpetrated by the government, a company, or a
powerful individual. Waste is another area of displeasure,
especially if it is a waste of funds. You have the courage and
determination to arouse the public when you witness such
developments. So one way to utilize your inherent talents is to be
directly involved as an auditor, conservationist, or a reporter, or
indirectly in whatever vocation you are pursuing. It is important to
point out the distinction: you do not break a trust, however, you
will become the "leak" in your position if you notice that others
are breaking public trust. So it is a matter of relative priorities
to you.
The considerable talent you have for analyzing human motivations may
achieve conflicting results in your relationship. You use this
innate talent generally to better understand the essence of
phenomena, in this case your companion. You are able to do this in
such a way that you do not risk emotional injury, for example, by
unnecessarily uprooting one's past. Indeed, you prefer not to become
involved in these types of discussions on a personal level with your
companion, for you recognize their ponderous effect on the
relationship. You do not normally, unless, of course, you begin to
notice that something serious is disturbing your companion. Since
you do not recognize intellectual taboos, you will insist that the
matter is brought to the open. If the problem is essentially a
handicap within your companion with which he/she cannot come to
terms, you will approach the issue logically. Although you are quite
effective in outlining the cause and effect and pertinent context to
the issue on hand, alas you will likely not resolve the problem. As
it is frequently the case on these occasions, your companion will
probably be not ready emotionally to identify with your outline. In
spite of your ability to reduce the most complex abstract problem
into tangible sub-components, you can be guilty of not fully
appreciating of one of the most basic elements of human nature: your
inability to see that logic alone cannot solve problems with which
people have been burdened most of their lives. Thus, intentions
aside, you can indeed exacerbate the problem. Be aware of this and
learn to be patient.
NEPTUNE: Depending upon the nature of its influence, it is the planet of
visions (or delusions), perception and inspiration (or fantasy), sympathy and
understanding (or deception and abuse of love), receptivity (or
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impressionability), and otherwise of fraud, confusion, disrepute, and
possible scandal if adverse. Note: There is a whole generation (14 years) of
people with Neptune in the same sign. 8.3% of these will have Neptune in the
same house, but only those who were born at the same (or equivalent) time as
you will have similar aspects to Neptune (which were pointed out for each
planet earlier in the report).
Neptune's influence on you is as follows:
NEPTUNE in VIRGO: (Detriment Position)- You are the 7/1929-8/43 Generation: a
caring quality and ability to comfort others, but burdened by all the (real
and imagined) miseries and ails of life; (a hypochondriac?)
NEPTUNE in 9th HOUSE: Since the 9th House is (already) the home of higher
mind and thoughts, with Neptune here, your imagination is potent and without
limits. There will be periodic flashes of genius which could lead to rewards.
But depending on Neptune's aspects at birth and later, your mind could be
roaming in the clouds, confusing reality with wishful thinking, and
impractical (or trusting) in down-to-earth matters. In either case, there is
the likelihood of rich experiences (and profit) through travel to foreign
lands.
QUALITY: Neptune is in Detriment in this Mutable, Earth, and Introvert Sign
and in a Cadent House.
PLUTO: The evolutionary or revolutionary planet. Its effect is 'Destiny at
Work'. It is the manifestation of power and the use of power, regenerative
forces, of the end of a phase of life and new beginnings. There is a whole
generation (10 to 30 years) of people with Pluto in the same sign, 8.3% of
these will have Pluto in the same house, but only those who were born at the
same (or equivalent) time as you will have similar aspects to Pluto (which
were pointed out for each planet earlier in the report.)
Pluto's influence on you is as follows:
PLUTO in LEO: (Fall Position): You are the 10/37-9/57 'Flower' Generation:
ambitious, creative, and demonstrative. You possess leadership qualities,
crave the limelight, and have high ideals and noble purposes.
PLUTO in 8th HOUSE: Pluto can be your protective guide leading you on an
evolutionary path of growth, realizations and different life-styles.
Depending on Pluto's aspects at birth and later, you will self-actualize or
be severely hindered.
QUALITY: Pluto is in Fall in this Fixed, Fire, and Extrovert Sign and in a
Succedent House.
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NORTH NODE (NN): 'Line of Advantage' and 'Arcs of Increased/Dwarfed Stature'
are terms sometimes used (re, Nicholas De Vore, Encyclopedia of Astrology) in
conjunction with Moon's Ascending Node (North Node, NN). Accordingly, the
Line runs between the cusps of 3rd decanate--ie:the last 10 degrees of 30 deg
allocated to each sign/house--of the 3rd and 9th Houses. A position of NN
EAST of this line--Arc of Increased Stature--with the peak at the cusp of the
12th House is considered favorable; West with the peak at the cusp of 6th
House as unfavorable.
The position of NN can show whether there was an eclipse condition shortly
before or after birth. Thus, the NN (and its counterpart, SN) are said to
point to places in the Natal chart where something is likely to happen at a
given time in life. The Sign-House positions of the NN are interpreted in the
following paragraphs. The aspects to NN or SN are not important Unless a
planet is either Conjunct to NN or to SN--the latter is the same as
Opposition to NN. A planet Conjunct to NN is said to bring honors and riches;
in Opposition afflictions. The nature of these depend on the characteristics
of the planet(s) and house(s) so involved.
North Node's influence (re, Traditional) on you is as follows:
N.Node in VIRGO: If you escape disagreements arising from your tendency
toward uncalled criticism, this would favor good work associations, perhaps
in scientific, teaching, or research institutes.
N.Node in 9TH HOUSE: You cater to associations with kindred minds; possess an
aptitude for team-work in the spheres of law, administration, utopian ideals,
or philosophical concepts. You may pursue these in foreign countries too.
According to the Line of Advantage interpretation, in your case the NN is
positioned in the 'Arc of Increased Stature' which promises Honors and Riches
in the house affairs in which the NN is positioned.
In turn, according to the more common Classical Interpretation (which may or
may not reinforce the Line of Advantage version), you have no planets
conjunct or in opposition to the NN. Its influence in your Natal potentials
is limited to the observations already presented.
NORTH NODE: The following definition of the North Node (NN), or the Dragon's
Head, is provided by Dr. Ebertin. Principle: Association or Alliance.
Psychologically: Compatibility, adaptability, sociability, obliging manners,
good fellowship, or lack of these. Biologically: The subconscious memory.
Sociologically: Meetings, alliances, societies, blood-ties, relations...
North Node's influence (re, Dr. Ebertin) on you is as follows:
NN in VIRGO: This is likely to manifest as: preference for professional
associations, connection with teaching or research institutes, or adversely,
disagreements brought about by undeserved criticism and nagging.
NN in 9th HOUSE: This is likely to manifest as: association with kindred
mind and souls, an aptitude for team-work in the sphere of the law and
administration, upholding a particular outlook on life, and utopian
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objectives advocated jointly with others.
QUALITY: North Node is in a Mutable, Earth, and Introvert Sign and in a
Cadent House.
N.Node Sextile MERCURY: The North Node and Mercury aspects signify the
pursuit of joint interests vis-a-vis groups and associations. In this case,
there is sociability, an inclination to exchange stimulating ideas with
others, and intellectual curiosity. These can bring about interesting social
as well as business contacts.
N.Node Sextile JUPITER: The North Node and Jupiter aspects signify good
relationships and connections in general, pleasant contacts in particular. In
this case, there is sociability, fellowship, tact, and a harmonious way of
relating to people. These characteristics can lead to advantageous business
partnerships and intimate attachments.
N.Node Square SATURN: The North Node and Saturn aspects signify one's
inhibitions and limitations in relating to others. They highlight the
potential for isolation. In this case, there is a lack of adaptability and
the inability to cooperate with others. These may manifest as difficulties,
disadvantages, and depression experienced in close relationships and
partnerships.
N.Node Square URANUS: The North Node and Uranus aspects signify life's
experiences shared with others. These include colleagues, political ties,
co-workers and partners, and the family. In this case, there is the
likelihood that these natives are restless and irritable in close
relationships. These may give rise to upsetting experiences, disputes,
quarrels, and other difficulties shared jointly.
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Astrological Terms
When astrology speaks of planets and signs, it refers to the type of energy
generated by them and the influence of this energy on a person on planet
Earth. In other words, each planet and each sign is attributed with a unique
personality. Some of the planets blend well with some of the signs, do not
with others. In cases where the two blend well, the planet is said to be in
DIGNITY, EXALTED, or RULER of the Sign; when they do not, the planet is in
DETRIMENT or in FALL. The 12 Houses, in turn, are 30-degree sections of the
sky around planet Earth. They are also associated with characteristics
generally referred to as Affairs of Life (eg, 7th house of marriage and
partnerships). The houses normally overlap with the signs. Astrology is the
quasi-science of predicting the influence of a particular planet, sign, and
house combination. That is, the question as to how the energy generated by
this combination is likely to manifest on an individual who has this pattern
in his/her chart. Since the different planetary energies interact with one
another, the pure energy of a given planet in a given sign and house is
further analyzed in terms of the angles it forms to other planets. The most
important ones are the Major Aspects: Conjunction (two or more planets are
near one another), Opposition (180 degrees apart), Trine (120 degrees or four
signs apart), Square (90 degrees or three signs apart), and Sextile (60
degrees or two signs apart). Of these, some conjunctions, the Trine, and the
Sextile are considered harmonious, while other conjunctions, the Square, and
the Opposition are designated as adverse.
The Natal or Birth Potentials chart may be the simplest of astrological
analyses in terms of the number of variables involved. But even then the
analysis must take into account the combined influences of 13 planets and
energy sources in 12 30-degree signs and 12 30-degree houses, 5 major
aspects, and many other qualitative factors. The combination of all possible
influences is enormous. This is why there are, and will always be, large
ambiguous gray areas in astrology. Although many influences are already well
(if not fully) understood and there exist good educated guesses about as many
others, the real difficulty in astrological predictions is not so much in the
number of combinations, rather it is in that frequently the predictions are
overwhelmed by non-astrological elements such as genetic factors, upbringing,
environment, and circumstances. That is, there are many persons who share
President Bush's chart...
A planet is RETROGRADE when it appears to be moving backward (eg, Aries to
Pisces). It turns DIRECT when its apparent retrograde motion is over and the
planet moves in its normal direction: ie, Pisces to Aries, Taurus, Gemini,
Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and
Pisces again. Except for the Sun and the Moon, all planets are retrograde
during some periods (eg, Saturn is retrograde about 139 days every year).
Moon's North Node is always retrograde. According to traditional
interpretation, when a planet is retrograde, its positive qualities are
diminished and its less desirable qualities enhanced. The TRIPLICITY of Signs
refers to: FIRE-Aries/Leo/Sagittarius, EARTH-Taurus/Virgo/Capricorn,
AIR-Gemini/Libra/Aquarius, and WATER-Cancer/Scorpio/Pisces. The Fire and Air
signs are considered as Masculine or Extrovert. In general, CARDINAL signs,
Aries/Cancer/Libra/Capricorn, are generators of activity and energy. They are
self-motivated and ambitious. FIXED signs, Taurus/Leo/Scorpio/Aquarius, show
concentration of energy. They are fixed, consistent, predictable, stable, and
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accumulating. MUTABLE signs, Gemini/Virgo/Sagittarius/Pisces, are translators
of energy. They are changeable, versatile, adaptable, and resourceful. Fire
signs display dynamic creativity. They are stimulating and action-oriented;
Earth signs possess depth, practicality, and stability; Air signs are
interacting, channeling, and communicating; Water signs are considered as
emotional, sensitive, intuitive, inspired, and inspirational. The term
POLARITIES refers to opposing signs: Aries/Libra, Taurus/Scorpio,
Gemini/Sagittarius, Cancer/Capricorn, Leo/Aquarius, and Virgo/Pisces. All
signs, in turn, are attributed with positive and negative characteristics.
The affairs associated with each of the 12 houses is best reviewed in an
astrology text book. ANGULAR houses are the 1st, 4th, 7th, and the 10th.
Traditional astrology views the planets in angular houses as more powerful.
For example, the Sun in 10th House accentuates one's career and professional
life, the mark one is likely to leave on the world, authority figures with
whom one must deal, including parents (father), and fame (or infamy) and
reputation. SUCCEDENT Houses (2/5/8/11), according to traditional astrology,
highlight the outcome of actions taken by the planets in angular houses. They
highlight the direction of one's energy and resources. They are also said to
bring a stabilizing influence. CADENT Houses (3/6/9/12), in turn, signify
human relationships and transitional stages of being. They highlight
adaptability to situations and circumstances rather than the mark one is
likely to make on the world.
All of these definitions are general, qualitative, and elusive until one
gradually develops a feel for astrology. This is when each characteristic
acquires a more distinct and tangible definition; when one learns to
differentiate between a Capricorn and a Libra; when the pieces begin to fit
the puzzle, and when one can no longer remain a skeptic...
Final Comments
Remember, the planetary influences at birth are positive and testing
potentials with which you are born. Some of these influences, particularly
those involving the ponderous planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and
Pluto) are likely to surface after you have reached adulthood. You will
recognize their effect on you after the fact. Others will remain dormant for
a long time. They will be triggered by the Transiting planets, as for
example Neptune entering Capricorn , and Pluto entering Scorpio in 1984/85
for a long stay in these signs. The remaining influences are variables with
which you will learn to interact. You will need to nurture them as they will
you.
The positive influences at birth are free gifts which will assist you in
achieving your ambitions. They will make things easier for you and serve as a
cushion during hard times. But too many free gifts can spoil you by taking
out the incentive for improvement, as too many adverse ones can make your
life difficult and you a hard person.
While reading your chart keep in mind that there will be contradictory
observations. This is inherent in all of us. In addition, while some aspects
may be positively or adversely reinforced by others, other aspects,
particularly the adverse ones, may be mellowed, indeed cancelled on the
surface. Thus, if the text say for Venus Square Saturn in your case seems a
bit harsh or even inapplicable, this can be explained. If Venus and/or Saturn
form positive aspects (ie, Trine and Sextile) to, for example, Mercury, Moon,
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and Mars, then they will compensate for the Venus Square Saturn. In analyzing
your chart you should carefully review the following:
1) Aspects: The influence of a planet by sign and house alone (say Jupiter in
Cancer and 7th House), while meaningful, is very broad. (8.5% of all persons
born in that year will have the same!) IT IS THE ASPECTS Jupiter forms (if
any) to other planets which will highlight Jupiter's presence in that
position. Aspects, depending on the aspects and planets involved, will
emphasize AND activate specific qualities in Jupiter's influence.
2) Study Aspects: Since aspects have a significant modifying effect on
planetary influences, they must be carefully reviewed. In that context, you
are reminded that the aspects are computed as Celestial angles in this
report, not as mere differences in Longitude. That is, the Latitude (or
Declination/Altitude depending on the Longitude measure being used) are
included in the aspect as part of the Celestial (spherical) surface. Thus,
the Sun at 0 Cancer 0 and Pluto at 3 Cancer 0 but at 4 North Latitude are 5
degrees apart, not 3.
3) In the case of some planets the text may read a bit confusing; eg.'If
Saturn is +, the influence will be this way; if - the influence will be that
way.' You need to review All of the aspects between Saturn and the other
planets. If the aspects are predominantly positive, then Saturn is positive.
If not, then Saturn is predominantly adverse in the chart. Planets conjunct
to Mars (except Venus), Saturn, Uranus (except Venus), Neptune (sometimes),
and Pluto are generally adverse. You need to do this for each planet. You
will then develop an accurate feel for the positive as well as adverse
potentials.
4) You may wish to enhance your understanding of the birth potentials in a
context of the present planetary cycle (eg, 'where you are at in life
presently') through a Transit analysis.
The testing influences are more important than the helping ones, for the way
you deal with them throughout your life will ultimately determine your
destiny. If you allow it, they can lead you on a path of self-defeat by
becoming your permanent excuses as to why you could not realize your
ambitions. On the other hand, if you do not allow them to rule you, if you
learn to overcome and rule them, they can become the more reliable assets,
for by conquering them you will have learned to conquer yourself. You will
evolve into a stronger and better person than if you had not been under these
influences. This chart is prepared with the (only) objective of helping you
to understand yourself so that you can achieve the latter result.
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Best wishes to You on Your path, SIRMAN