Age of Aquarius
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This term refers to the fact that the beginning of
Aries (measured by the April
equinox)
has gradually shifted against the backdrop of the fixed stars (see
Precession of the Equinoxes). This Aries
point has travelled backwards through the sign of
Pisces (the sign before
Aries) and is about to move into
Aquarius (the sign before
Pisces). Since there are different ways of
measuring where Aquarius ends and Pisces
begins, it is not possible to calculate a specific date for when the
Age of Aquarius begins. However,
since there are about 2,000 years
per zodiacal Age, the transition is likely to
be a gradual one anyway.
See also: Precession of the Equinoxes.
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Air
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One of the four
Elements. air qualities
include: intellect, mind, ideas, thoughts, awareness, communication,
exchange of information, interaction. air signs are: Gemini,
Libra, Aquarius.
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Angles
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A term referring to the
Ascendant,
Descendant,
Midheaven and
IC. See also:
House.
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The Angles of the Chart |
Aquarius
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Traits for the
sign of Aquarius are: rebellious, unique, independent, eccentric, detached,
thinking outside the box. Planetary
rulers: Uranus (modern) and
Saturn (traditional). Associated with 11th
House. Fixed
air.
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Aquarius Symbol |
Archetype
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A term used by psycho-theorist Carl Jung to describe the essence of
concepts and experiences. These can manifest in many different ways,
according to the person’s culture, family norms, individuality, etc. In
astrology, it is helpful to think of the planets, signs and houses as
expressing and symbolising different levels of various archetypes in the
human psyche. Pronounced: AR-keh-type.
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Aries
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Traits for the
sign of Aries are:
pioneering, direct, courageous, fast, enthusiastic, on the move, wilful, flirtatious, youthful.
Planetary ruler:
Mars. Associated with 1st
House. Cardinal
Fire.
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Aries Symbol
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Arrowhead
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Aspect configuration. Also known
as a Quadriform, Thor's
Hammer or God's Fist. See
Quadriform.
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Ascendant
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The eastern horizon point in a
chart. If you
are born at sunrise, the
Sun would be found around the
Ascendant of your
natal chart. The
zodiac sign rising on the eastern
horizon at the time of birth is considered significant and is called the
Ascendant or Rising Sign.
The Ascendant is also the cusp (starting point) of the 1st
House
in the
chart. The Ascendant sign, and any
planets in the 1st
House, show the outer personality and self-expression. Sometimes
abbreviated as Asc. Compare: Descendant.
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The Ascendant |
Aspect
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The geometric relationship between
planets
(or points) in the
chart, measured in degrees of arc around the
circle. When two planets are a certain number
of degrees away from each other (give or take a certain "fudge factor"
called an orb), these planetary energies
relate to each other and combine together in a
certain way, according to the aspect involved.
For example, some aspects are stressful but
motivating (Square,
Opposition), some indicate talents or easy
flowing energy (Trine,
Sextile), and some are irritating but promote
awareness (Quincunx,
Semi-Sextile). See also:
Aspect Configuration.
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Aspect Configuration
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Three or more
planets in
aspect to each other, forming a
kind of "circuit of energy" together. This means they operate collectively,
as a group, resulting in an effect that is greater than
the sum of their parts. This is a whole level of chart
interpretation that goes beyond simply looking at
planet-to-planet aspects. Bruno and Louise Huber have
done some very impressive research into
aspect patterns. Their book
Aspect Pattern Astrology
(now available in English) is highly
recommended for more information about these fascinating
planetary patterns. See examples
of well-known aspect
configurations in this Glossary:
T-Square,
Grand Trine,
Grand Cross,
Kite,
Yod,
Wedge.
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