General astrology

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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Major aspects

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Aspects dividing the 360 degrees of the circle of the zodiac by 2 (opposition: 180°); 3 (trine: 120°); 4 (square: 90°); 6 (sextile: 60°).

Where the chart factors concerned are within 8° orb of arc, they are "conjunct" or in conjunction. A conjunction is usually a helpful energy which creates self-nurturing, inner strength and ambition. ...

Opposition

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An aspect of 180◦, normally occurs between planets of two opposite signs (e.g. Aries and Libra). It is considered a tense aspect that calls for choice between two opposed principles and for patience. ...

Ptolemaic aspects

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Five classical aspects used in ancient astrology: conjunction, opposition, trine, square, sextile.

Summer solstice

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Summer solstice occurs on June 21 each year. Astrologically it is the time when the Sun reaches the first degree of Cancer.

Winter solstice

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Winter solstice occurs on December, 21. Astrologically it is the time when the Sun is in the first degree of Capricorn.

Sextile

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An aspect of 60◦ between planets. It normally occurs between planets placed either in two feminine (Earth and Water) or two masculine (Fire and Air) signs. It is considered to be harmonious and ...