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General astrology
Astrology consists of a number of belief systems which hold that there is a relationship between visible astronomical phenomena and events in the human world.
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Exile
Astrology; General astrology
Obsolete term for the sign of a planet's detriment, opposing its home sign, or domicile. A debility. When a planet is in exile (detriment) it generates contrary influences. Now rare.
Falling amiss
Astrology; General astrology
A traditional debility, occurring when a planet is in a sign which is in aversion to its domicile.
Etheric plane
Astrology; General astrology
A subtle energetic level, which lies between the physical and the Astral.
Fall
Astrology; General astrology
A planet is in fall when placed in the sign opposite to that of its exaltation. A debility.
New moon
Astrology; General astrology
Occurs when the Moon is in conjunction with the Sun. This important event happens once every month, when the visible face of the Moon is darkened, as it receives no light from the Sun.
Nodal degrees
Astrology; General astrology
The same degree as the Moon's Mean Node, irrespective of sign. In Horary, it is said to signify a fateful event, tragedy or fatality in the matter.
Numerology
Astrology; General astrology
The study of the inner meaning of Number and how numerical factors affect our lives, destinies and relationships. Numerology lies at the basis of astrology.
