posted July 28, 2005 08:58 PM              

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In addition to the twelve signs of the zodiac the ancients also described thirty-six other constellations that were associated with each ten-degree section of the zodiac. The oldest records of them have been found inside coffin lids in the 10th Egyptian dynasty about 2100 BC. The thirty-six are also mentioned in the Babylonian Enuma Anu Enlil about four centuries later. Through the expansion of the Persian and later Babylonian empires these 48 constellations were adopted and renamed by the Greeks, although the current rulership of the decanates according to the sequence of signs of the same element in the order of cardinal, fixed, mutable is found in Hindu astrology rather than in the Greek which had different rulerships.

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http://www.san.beck.org/Astro-Decs.html

What's the constellation of the decan for your Sun, and other planets you feel are important in your chart?

The constellation for my Sun's decan is...

Pegasus - Gemini Decanate of Aquarius
Pegasus is the winged horse that symbolizes the ability of the soul and mind to travel in the heavenly realms. This Gemini decanate of Aquarius ruled by Mercury can send and receive messages with the mind by invisible means. The latest innovations and newest concepts of interest can be conveyed to other people in convincing ways. One may excel in literature and the arts. The keyword is INSPIRATION.

posted July 28, 2005 09:56 PM            

Lupus - Gemini Decanate of Libra
Lupus is the wolf who often preys upon the weak and unwary. This Gemini decanate of Libra ruled by Mercury is responsible for paying back debts and rectifying wrongs. Learning that to injure anyone else is to injure oneself and to help anyone else is to help oneself leads to the practice of the golden rule. Violations of this principle bring difficulties and problems, but those who can accomplish without exploiting others win great rewards. The keyword is EXPIATION.

.....The practice of The Golden Rule.....and that to help anyone else is to help oneself (dharma).....that is how I try to live my life.....

Have you ever looked at dwadashamshas?
http://www.internationalastrologers.com/compatible.htm

posted July 28, 2005 10:14 PM            

Sun (3rd Decan of Aries) - Perseus

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Perseus, the son of Zeus, was set adrift with his mother Danae and was brought up by Polydeuctes who encouraged him to go after the head of Medusa whose look could turn people to stone. Using his shield to look at her indirectly he cut off her head and then rescued the chained princess Andromeda. Ruled by Jupiter this Sagittarius decanate of Aries is good at spreading and promoting new ideas and causes. Courage combined with wisdom can greatly contribute to progressive endeavors and new ventures. Enthusiasm enhances public relations, but the negative side is propaganda. The keyword is PROMOTION.

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Moon (1st Decan of Sagittarius) - Lyra

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Lyra is the ancient harp that was played with such skill by Orpheus and David and which can produce heavenly music. This double Sagittarius decanate ruled by Jupiter symbolizes higher consciousness and attunement to celestial vibrations through dedicated effort and practice. Aspiration for the divine and spiritual awareness may be realized by sincere effort. The keyword is DEVOTION.

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Ascendant (3rd Decan of Virgo) - Corona Borealis

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Corona Borealis is the northern crown that represents the last decanate of the northern signs of spring and summer. The sacrifices and efforts required to complete work for a good cause can make this the crown of thorns. This Taurus Decanate of Virgo ruled by Venus may be called upon to rise to a higher sense of love. Choosing one's duty can mean giving up other pursuits that might be more pleasurable. The keyword is RENUNCIATION.

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Mercury (2nd Decan of Taurus) - Orion

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Orion, the successful hunter who was eventually killed by Artemis or a scorpion, is analogous to the ancient Sumerian story of Gilgamesh who overcame a wild bull and sought immortality. This Virgo decanate ruled by Mercury usually faces many conflicts and challenges for the mind as well as physical ones. Orion hunted many wild beasts before he was killed and placed in the stars. Many obstacles need to be overcome in order to attain success. The keyword is STRUGGLE.

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Venus (1st Decan of Pisces) - Cepheus

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Cepheus was the king of Ethiopia whose daughter Andromeda was chained to the rocks to appease Poseidon. Cepheus holds a scepter from the tree of life, and his foot rests on the pole star as on the rock of truth. This double Pisces decanate ruled by Neptune (Poseidon) is concerned with truth and illusions. The love of Nature and the search for her secrets inevitably leads into the spiritual realms where mystics find a deeper reality. The keyword is VERITY.

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Mars (3rd Decan of Aquarius) - Cetus

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Cetus, the largest constellation, is the sea monster of discord. This whale devoured innocent youths as a punishment for the pride of their queen. This Libra decanate of Aquarius ruled by Venus is concerned with marriage and the difficulty of finding harmony in relationship. When parents do not get along, the children suffer. Much self-awareness and sensitive negotiation and kindness are needed to achieve concord. The keyword is REPRESSION.

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Jupiter (1st Decan of Cancer) - Canis Minor

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Canis Minor, the little dog, represents a creature who is susceptible to the influences of others. This double Cancer decanate ruled by the moon can be quite emotional and family oriented. Feelings are strong and sensitive and can express through poetic and dramatic arts. One tends to take the shape of the environment and needs to be careful about negative influences though one can also be a positive channel for Spirit. The keyword is MOODS.

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Saturn (3rd Decan of Capricorn) - Pisces Australis

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Pisces Australis is the southern fish who drinks from the flow coming out of the urn of Aquarius. This Virgo decanate of Capricorn ruled by Mercury can be skilled at putting higher concepts and principles into practice for the benefit of all. Hard work and executive ability make good managers. When higher ideals and imaginative solutions are applied, valuable development can occur. The keyword is IDEALISM.

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posted July 28, 2005 10:33 PM            

Your Sun is in the 2nd decanate of Taurus, so you would be influenced by Orion and Virgo.....

posted July 29, 2005 12:56 AM            

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Ophiuchus - Scorpio Decanate of Scorpio
Ophiuchus wrestles with a serpent symbolizing the struggle with desires and instinctive drives such as sex. This double Scorpio decanate ruled by Pluto is deeply concerned with motivation and relations between the sexes. These energies may be expressed positively or negatively, repressed in neurotic ways, or sublimated into more exalted creativity. The keyword is RESOURCEFULNESS.

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Oh, my keyword is resourcefulness.
Just call me McGyver!

posted July 29, 2005 01:30 AM              

Nove, I certainly see your sun lies in the constellation of PROMOTION

posted July 29, 2005 02:18 AM            

How's about some gummi worms?

Spinach for your mus-ckles?
a guh guh guh
(that was popeye's laugh.. go ahead, picture it) a-guh-guh-guh.

posted July 29, 2005 12:24 PM              

Ara is the altar upon which is placed what is sacrificed to a higher purpose. This Pisces decanate of Scorpio ruled by Neptune tends to turn from the animalistic drives to loftier purposes and endeavors. Moving from selfish gratification to devotion to others one may explore the spiritual heights like the eagle. Mental and spiritual pleasures often yield greater fulfillment than physical pleasures. The keyword is RESPONSIBILITY.

Come fly with me, let's fly let's fly away...

Man, if my physical pleasures are supposed to be less than my mental and spiritual, I should be floating high on thought! *ponder*

posted July 29, 2005 12:25 PM              

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Serpens - Libra Decanate of Libra
Serpens is the snake that can represent power, wisdom, and temptation. This double Libra decanate ruled by Venus strives to be as wise as a serpent and as innocent as a dove. Diplomacy and compromise often enable them to find a balance between extreme factions and opposed parties. The ability to harmonize divergent tendencies and bring people together depends on subtle understanding of human nature. The keyword is POLICY.

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haha kinda a random keyword "policy"

pixelpixie - i am the snake and yer the serpent wrestler lol! go easy on me, i bite hehe

posted July 29, 2005 02:37 PM              

If you do me a favor and weigh me down, I'll do my best to think of better things.

More revelent things.

Something more physical?

posted July 29, 2005 02:48 PM              

Nice pics... 'specially second one.

posted August 11, 2005 04:14 PM              

SO COOL!

And actually makes my heart skip a beat because when looking at the important placements in my Chart, the interpretations make me even MORE passionate than I originally gave myself credit for. In fact, OH OH!! I'm in trouble!!!

This one I'm SURE my Saturn in Capricorn just LOVES!! (I'm being sarcastic. It can be overkill.)

Sun Libra 9.36 =
"Serpens is the snake that can represent power, wisdom, and temptation. This double Libra decanate ruled by Venus strives to be as wise as a serpent and as innocent as a dove. Diplomacy and compromise often enable them to find a balance between extreme factions and opposed parties. The ability to harmonize divergent tendencies and bring people together depends on subtle understanding of human nature. The keyword is POLICY."

And my Scorpio Stellium probably LOVES this too (sarcastic again) ...

Moon Cancer 26.02 -
"Argo was the ship used by Jason and his argonauts to search for the golden fleece, and it also represents the ark Noah used to survive the great flood that caused the final destruction of Atlantis about 9000 BC when the precession of the equinoxes was moving into this decanate. Restless adventures can lead to stormy seas. This Pisces decanate of Cancer symbolizes the curious mind that continually seeks new horizons and the secrets of Nature. Discontent often stimulates further exploration. The keyword is RESEARCH."

REALLY intersting ... thanks Daydreamer.

posted August 12, 2005 12:07 PM              

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Cepheus - Pisces Decanate of Pisces
Cepheus was the king of Ethiopia whose daughter Andromeda was chained to the rocks to appease Poseidon. Cepheus holds a scepter from the tree of life, and his foot rests on the pole star as on the rock of truth. This double Pisces decanate ruled by Neptune (Poseidon) is concerned with truth and illusions. The love of Nature and the search for her secrets inevitably leads into the spiritual realms where mystics find a deeper reality. The keyword is VERITY.

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Oooo I like
"Pisces Decanate of Pisces" I'm all fish
Thanks Ddreamer

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posted August 12, 2005 12:27 PM            

Sagitta - Leo Decanate of Sagittarius

Sagitta is the arrow that the archer shoots according to one's aim. This Leo decanate of Sagittarius ruled by the sun usually aims high and far as the consciousness expands and is enlightened. Through concentration and intelligent perception the illusions can be separated from the reality. High ideals keep one ever striving after greater and greater goals. The keyword is ILLUMINATION.

My Aries moon is at 15 degrees:

Eridanus - Leo Decanate of Aries

Eridanus is the name of a Greek river god that has been associated with the Euphrates, Tigris, Nile, and the Po. When Phaethon was struck down by Zeus for mishandling his father's chariot of the sun, he fell into the river Eridanus whose sisters were turned into poplar trees for having encouraged him. The sun which rules this Leo decanate of Aries is exalted here, as spring comes forth with new life. This vital energy has been associated with the fountain of youth. The influence of Leo brings power and ambition. The keyword is DOMINION.

Hmmm....lots of Leo influencing my decanates LOL....