posted February 28, 2005 12:19 PM              

Angle on Aspects
"Pursue all angles."

How the planets relate to each other is shown by the aspects they form. Angles between planets reflect attitudes and the energy patterns they have toward each other. They are like force fields that mark turns in consciousness. Aspects bring out facets, sides of the self and character traits.

The first twelve aspects correspond to the numbers one through twelve, the twelve signs of the Zodiac as well as many other twelve-fold things. For example, the trine, discussed under the heading "3" below, has a quality of threeness to it. The trine also resonates with the third sign of the Zodiac, Gemini, and with the Planet Mercury.

Conjunct
A conjunction occurs when two planets are in the same part of the zodiac. A conjunction is measured from plus or minus zero degrees, in other words right next to each other. When planets are conjunct they can unite efforts and combine forces. Conjunct planets are at the alpha omega point where cycles begin and end. This creates urgency, emphasis, unity and fusion. It's a very subjective state of energy, strong-headed and one-tracked. Impulses will be acted out. We're looking at an inauguration, a blending, a start. This is the most intense and personal of all the aspects. Close interactions are likely. We're talking about synthesis, solidarity and cohesion. A conjunction resonates with Mars, Cardinal, Fire and Aries energy.

Opposition
An opposition occurs when two planets are in opposite parts of the zodiac. An opposition is measured from plus or minus one hundred and eighty degrees which is on half of a circle. When planets are opposed there's a balancing act and a push-pull process which can be complementary or antagonistic. Energy may be projected on to people or situations. Certainly there's a need to evaluate and reflect. Controversy and contradiction are possible. There may be a choice to fight or leave. Perhaps it's a game of give and take. To avoid struggle and stalemate, compromise may be necessary. An opposition can signal time to change sides or reclaim power. An opposition resonates with Earth, Fixed and Taurus energy.

Trine
A trine usually occurs when two planets are the same element of the zodiac. A trine is measured from plus or minus one hundred and twenty degrees which in one third of a circle. When planets are trine things can be nonchalant and easily fall into place. Passive reception can be the vibe here. Trines indicate harmony, flow, cooperation, ease, skill and karmic accrual. Trines reduce stress, friction and discomfort. They facilitate agreement. A trine resonates with Mercury, Mutable, Air and Gemini energy.

Square
A square usually occurs when two planets are the same triplicity of the zodiac. A square is measured from plus or minus ninety degrees which in one quarter of a
circle. When planets are square you can bet that there's creative tension that requires extra work. Planets that square each other can be openly divisive, work against
and inhibit each other. The energy is restless and busy. When it does assert itself in a positive way it is some of the most productive force going. Meanwhile, there can be tension, inertia and blockages. A square resonates with the Moon, Cardinal, Water and Cancer energy.

Quintile
Quintiles are measured from plus or minus seventy-two degrees. Bi- quintiles are measured from plus or minus one hundred and forty four degrees which is one or two fifths of a circle. When planets are quintile or bi-quintile this is an indication of uncommon creative energy and talent. They are trend-setters and need an audience. The energy here is specialized and purposely striving toward power. Quintile and bi-quintile energy can be romantic, playful and demonstrative. The quintile family of aspects can indicate science, math and engineering. There's a need to make things happen. Cosmic will seems to be at play here, so if creative things aren't happening, then look for destruction. Quintiles and bi-quintiles bring a certain dignity, clarity, pride and unusual sexual energy. A quintile resonates with the Sun, Fixed, Fire and Leo energy.

Sextile
A sextile usually occurs when two planets are in complementary element of the zodiac, such as fire and air or water and earth. Sextiles are measured from plus or minus sixty degrees which is one sixth of a circle. Because they are chock full of opportunity and fruitfulness, Sextiles are considered the luckiest of aspects. Sextiles can indicate the trends are with you. They're a time of co-operation; a merging of the yin with the yang. They're practically an invitation to action. There's something charming and exciting about a sextile. A sextile resonates with Chiron, Mutable, Earth and Virgo energy.

Septile
There is a whole family of Septile aspects including the Septile, bi-Septile and tri-Septile forming one, two and three sevenths of a circle respectively. Septiles are measured in denominations of fifty-one degrees twenty-five minutes, one hundred two degrees fifty one minutes five seconds and one-hundred-fifty-four degrees, seventeen minutes and two seconds. The Septile family of aspects is very different. They divide the circle into one, two and three sevenths respectively. This is the first series of aspects that to not divide evenly. This is a somewhat irrational force of energy, something sacred and holy going on here. Much like the number seven, Septiles contain spiritual power and imply the possibility of cosmic intervention. Septiles indicate harmony and union though in a non-conforming way. These aspects can indicate extraordinary creative efforts at self-knowledge and ultimate understanding and can be a real turn on. Septiles resonate with Venus, Cardinal, Air and Libra energy.

Octile
The octile family of aspects includes semi-squares and sesqui-quadrates. A semi- square is measured from plus or minus forty-five degrees. A sesqui-quadrate is measured from plus or minus one hundred and thirty five degrees. The semi-square and sesqui-quadrate represent one eighth and five eighths of a circle respectively. Two eights is a quarter or square. Four eights is an opposition. These aspects are related. To some extent, key words for the opposition and more so the square can also be applied to the semi-square and the sesqui-quadrate. These aspects can be harsh and react sharply and abruptly. They can indicate a need to act for the future. Resistance is likely. There's a need to keep cool, act cautiously and make the best of things. It's time to resolve rather than ignore problems. Octiles resonate with Pluto, Fixed, Water and Scorpio energy.

Novile
A Novile occurs when two planets are plus or minus forty degrees apart. A bi-Novile occurs when two planets are eighty degrees apart. A quadra-Novile occurs when two planets at one hundred and sixty degrees apart. The Novile aspects are one, two and four ninths of a circle. The Novile series of aspects are related to the trines and Sextiles. They're all in the same family as it were. The word novena is rooted in Novile. Noviles are related to the nine muses and to the ennead. The Novile conveys a somewhat charismatic, transcendental, mystical force, latent karmic details and spiritual growth. Noviles can indicate ceremony and relate to marriage. Noviles resonate with Jupiter, Fire, Mutable and Sagittarius energy.

Decile
A Decile occurs when two planets are thirty six degrees apart. A tri-Decile occurs when two planets are one hundred and eight degrees apart. A Decile is one tenth of a circle. A tri Decile is three tenths. The Decile family of aspects is related to the quintiles. The energy of the deciles is such that it conveys order and structure.
Mental ingenuity is at work here. Deciles are power and career indicators. They often bring strong technical insights and abilities. Deciles indicate special gifts that may be wasted or unappreciated. Self-improvement is needed to capitalize on this power. Deciles resonate with Saturn, Cardinal, Earth and Capricorn energy.

Undecile
An Undecile occurs when two planets are plus or minus thirty-two degrees, forty-three minutes and seven seconds apart (approximately thirty-three degrees). An
Undecile is one-eleventh of a circle. Undecile indicate psychic gifts. Where Undeciles are found, modifications are required. Undeciles relate to the power of computers, science and technology. Undeciles resonate with Uranus, Fixed, Air and Aquarius energy.

Semi-Sextile
A Semi-Sextile occurs when two planets are plus or minus thirty degrees apart. A semi-sextile is one twelfth of a circle. A semi-sextile is somewhat comparable to
the pearl within an oyster. The oyster itself is illusive and then once you have it you still have to dig to get the benefit. Semi-Sextiles are receptive and internalizing. They often indicate latent abilities and require preparation. Planets in semi-sextile aspect help to clarify each other. Semi-Sextiles help link the perimeter to the center. Energy and resources are attracted. Semi-Sextiles require both worldly assets and spiritual goods. Often they can indicate the power of divination and subliminal influence. Higher consciousness is required to make effective use of this energy. Semi-Sextiles resonate with Neptune, Mutable, Water and Pisces energy.

The Quincunx
A quincunx occurs when two planets are plus or minus one hundred and fifty degrees apart. The quincunx is five twelfths of a circle. Adjustment is the key word here. There is a gnawing uneasiness, things are not clean cut. There is a strange tug-o-war. Unconscious negligence can cause problems. The quincunx can be described as an irritant which leads to fulfillment. First, power may be dampened. There could be a need to give more than you get. Things may seem out of joint. There's some sort of quandary that requires readjustment, a change in routine and a need to analyze and perfect.
Parallel and Contraparallel
Not really aspects (angles) but relationships to the equator, north or south, that is, declination. Parallel is when the planets are within one degree of orb in declination. Contraparallel is when they are the same degree, but one is north and the other south.

posted February 28, 2005 05:52 PM              

I just have one question, please. If for example you have the Sun in Virgo and Moon in Sag, its a square only if they are within 60 degrees of each other? Thats the part that stumps me. I don't know if its an aspect if the degrees between vary more than the 30, 60, 90, etc. range. Hope that made sense.

posted March 01, 2005 11:55 AM              

Hecate -

Your question is along the same lines as when we question "Aspect by Degree vs. Aspect by Sign". We usually agree for the most part, the one by Degree will be more intense. If it falls out of that 30 or 60 or 90 Degree, it is not as potent an Aspect.

However, seems most of us agree that you can still consider the Aspect by Sign to be quite important, even if you do not have the exact degrees.

For example. If there is an Aries Sun at 29.48 degrees, and a Pisces Sun at 0.13 degrees, they would be considered Conjunct. However, they are still what their Sun Signs are.

It's easier to think of it in terms of intensity, I think ...

This is one of the things which makes astrology, actually, more accurate. At first, it can just seem like too much information.

posted December 24, 2007 07:52 AM              

Now i get it the semi sextile is not as bad as i thought about hihihi

My and my bf´s suns are semisextile so i can see that in a point they need each other to be perceived better.

posted December 24, 2007 12:53 PM              

For example, two people ..one with Scorpio moon, one with Sagittarius moon...not necessarily a bad pairing, as the Sag moon person might be able to help Scorp moon move past overpowering emotions and grudges..because the Sag. person is naturally more evolved, and less tied down by emotions. Does this make sense, and am I right about this at all? This is just how I see semi-sextiles.

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Capricorn sun / Scorpio rising / Sagittarius moon

posted December 24, 2007 07:24 PM              

augentier,

posted December 24, 2007 07:27 PM              

OH i am so tripped out!! i just realized.. my last bf's moon conjuncted mine.. and the one before him was 20 aries moon!!! talk about semi-sextilingly evolving emotionally!!

posted December 24, 2007 09:17 PM              

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Capricorn sun / Scorpio rising / Sagittarius moon