Two planets in opposition, each squared by a third planet, resulting in what is termed a T-square or T-cross. A fourth planet, opposing the third and squaring the first two, forms a Grand Cross. The T-square is a dynamic influence; the Grand Cross tends to diffusion. DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. New York: Philosophical Library, … Read more
n. Any of two or more magnitudes that determine position. Latitude and Longitude are coordinates of a point on the Earth’s surface. v. Celestial Sphere. DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. New York: Philosophical Library, 1947.
Those computed opposite to the order of the Signs. Some authorities appear to question the validity of Converse Directions. It is true that in a birth Figure aspects are deemed to be formed only by a faster moving planet to a slower moving; but this does not apply to Directions in which the directed planet … Read more
(Devore’s having been inadequately clear in this case): These are the same degees of declination held by stars and planets tenanting Signs on opposite sides of the Aries 0º – Libra 0º axis. They are exactly opposite the antiscion points. For example, the antiscion of 5º Aries is at 25º Virgo, while the contra-antiscion of … Read more
The conjunction of an inferior planet, Mercury or Venus, with the Sun is an inferior conjunction when the planet is between the Earth and the Sun; a Superior Conjunction, when the Sun is between the Earth and the planet. DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. New York: Philosophical Library, 1947.
Phraseology to indicate the mutual relation of two planets occupying longitudinal positions separated by less than 7°. The exact limits, and the relative strength at different degrees of separation, constitutes a controversial point. Strictly speaking, the conjunction takes place when both occupy exactly the same degree position; although it begins to be operative when they … Read more
Three or more planets in a birth map, that are joined together by aspects, whereby. any stimulation will result in the combined action of all the planets which enter into the configuration. (b) A similar combination of mutual aspects between transitory planets. DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. New York: Philosophical Library, 1947.
Said of a planet when in extreme closeness to the Sun, the limits variously placed at from 3° to 8°30′. The characteristic effect to which the term applies is probably confined within an arc of 3° and is more pronounced when the planet rises after the Sun. Older authorities, including Milton, have described it as … Read more
Said of certain Jupiter-Saturn Conjunctions. v. Chronocrators. DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. New York: Philosophical Library, 1947.
Planetary relations, or familiarities, which permit the unobstructed release of cosmic energy, hence conducive to harmony. (v. Aspects: Benefic, Malefic.) B. Influences. Those produced by benefic planets and aspects, either in the Nativity or by transits. B. Planets. The so-called benefics: Venus and Jupiter, by some the Sun. (v. Planets.) DeVore, Nicholas. Encyclopedia of Astrology. … Read more