posted March 13, 2008 06:01 PM            

Somebody confronted him by showing that he wrote:

Cosmic Cybernetics - The Foundation Of A Modern Astrology. LANDSCHEIDT
Theodor, Dr. $4.95 An anthology compiled for readers interested in Cosmobiology.
It is a summation of some essential concepts the author presented in articles &
talks.

and

Sun-Earth-Man Theodore Landscheidt 8.95
Dr. Landscheidt illustrates how the world's climate, stock
market, ozone levels and many other phenomena move in time
with the planetary harmonies of our solar system. His findings,
supported by successful forecasts, will be of interest to both
the layman and student of practically every area of study.

and that he has been referred to as an astrologer.

There was no response from Theodor Landscheidt after that.

I was wondering is he an astrologer or is he a scientist. He strongly asserted that he was a scientist and denies being an astrologer. He could have been both an astrologer and scientist, but denied being an astrologer because he cared about his reputation as a scientist being damaged. I think if there other astrologers who are scientists think that way. Maybe there are some professional astronomers who actually do Astrology,and are afraid to be ostracized by the their scientific colleagues. Astronomer Dr. Percy Seymour wrote a couple of books about a scientific basis for Astrology,and he got a lot of negative criticism from scientists too. I wonder if that even had more of an effect on Dr. Landscheidt's concern about not wanting to be known as an astrologer.

Here is the discussion involving Dr. Theodor Landscheidt

http://groups.google.com/group/sci.environment/browse_thread/thread/ff40bafa356c6512/e7b59df4b555755c?q=theodor+landscheidt&lnk=ol&

I admit that as a learning disability,neurodivergent,neurodiversity,mental health human rights activist, I am concerned that my beliefs/practices of Astrology and other metaphysical subjects will seem too controversial and lead me to much negative criticism about both my intelligence and sanity by skeptics of Astrology and other metaphysical subjects. To me,it's a highly valid concern. I have a very strong Saturn influence including with Saturn being handle of a bucket as it is the only planet in southern hemisphere and being in one of the Gauquelin sectors which was said to be common in scientists. Astrology skeptics have already given me a hard time in the past and questioned my intelligence and sanity including some that are in the metaphysical fields including magick.

There are fears that the controversy of my beliefs/practices of Astrology will overshadow my advocacy,activism.

posted March 13, 2008 06:42 PM            

EDIT: have found a web reference to this:

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http://www.skepticism.net/articles/2001/000032.html

By Brian Carnell

Monday, July 9, 2001

In June, The New York Times reported on the bizarre case of Elizabeth Tessier, a popular French astrologer and Ph.D. candidate in sociology. Tessier's thesis, "The Epistemological Situation of Astrology in Relation to the Ambivalent Fascination/Rejection of Postmodern Societies" generated no small amount of furor among those who already see sociology as being a discipline with very poor foundations.

Tessier's thesis advisor, Michel Maffesoli, is a follower of Max Weber who argues that reason and rationality are simply no substitute for phenomenological views of social institutions. In Tessier's case, for example, her thesis apparently argues that astrology is wrongfully excluded from 'official' science based on this sort of rationalist viewpoint. As sociologist Berard Lahire told The New York Times,

There is no trace of empirical fact or research method [in Tessier's thesis]. The idea hammered home from beginning to end of the document is that astrology is the victim of domination. That science, which is renamed 'official science' or 'monolithic thought,' oppresses sociology.

I personally consider this defense a blow to our discipline and an insult to those who do their work properly. It's not an accident that Elizabeth Tessier is using sociology to legitimate astrological discourse. Our discipline is all too often a haven for people who are not rigorous and who are sometimes antirationalist.

Source:

Star Wars: Is Astrology Sociology?. Emily Eakin, The New York Times, June 2, 2001

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posted March 15, 2008 03:23 PM            

March 10, 1927
Bremen,German
6:15 PM

I checked out his golden section aspects and geocentric planetary node aspects. After all, he's the one that came up with them.

The Following are Golden Section Aspects. The Intepretations are from Ruth Brummond's Rulebook of Planetary Pictures. Originator of the use of Golden Section Aspects and Geocentric Planetary Nodes in Astrology,Theodor Landscheidt used the interpetations from Reinhold Ebertin's COSI(Combination of Stellar Influences)for the Golden Section Aspects and Planetary Node Aspects in his Planetary Node article.
Ebertin's Interpretations are based on Alfred Witte's Rulebook of Planetary Pictures which is what Ruth Brummond's Rulebook is based on. Therefore,I thought it would make sense to use Ruth Brummond's Rulebook. Another reason for using her book is that her book is more modern,psychologically oriented than both COSI and Witte's Rulebook of Planetary Pictures.

The interpretations include both negative and positive interpretations of both psychological nature and having to do with events.........please keep in mind that these are possibilities that fit in with the planetary symbolisms. Therefore,not all of them will apply to you.

GOLDEN SECTION ASPECTS

Aspect
Abbr Angle

1 +21°15'
2 +42°29'
3 +47°30'
4 +68°45'
5 +111°15'
6 +132°29'
7 +137°30'
8 +158°45'
A +34°22'
B +55°37'
C +124°22'
D +145°37'
a +132°30'
b +85°00'
c +132°30'
d +137°30'
e +68°48'
f +47°30'
g +34°24'

Sorted by Orb - Maximum Aspect Orb 1°00'

Sat 5 Ura 0°04' A
SA.UR.*
+ emotionally restrained. focused. capable of concentration. self-controlled. progressive.
Surprising persistence. Stimulating problems. Stimulus in later years. Event in the past. Dealings with technical problems.
- contrary. tense as a spring. repressed; cramped. controlling. indecisive. obstinate. short tempered. touchy. quarrelsome. disruptive.
Unexpected problems. Continual tension. Upset in relation to delays. Surprising obstacle. Stress. Crisis. Unexpected departure. Difficult reform. Sudden coldness.

Mon 1 Plu 0°18' A
MO.PL.*
+ adapts. skilled at converting or transforming. spontaneous. skilled at developing. change things.
Development of or into a woman. Transformation of or due to the wife. Changes of the wife. Glandular functions. Hourly changes. Public development. Readjustment of a nation.
- fickle. inconstant. unreliable. moody. unsettled.
Vacillating circumstances.

Ura D Nep 0°33' A
UR.NE.*
+ intuitive. futuristic. motivated by metaphysical concerns. original. imaginative and reformist. interested in obscure or futuristic technology. supernatural. transcendental. interested in the occult. mediumistic. relaxing. progressive.
Easing or dissolution of tension. Unexpected dissipation. Supernatural event. Obscure experience. The hereafter. Occultism. Metaphysical matters. Obscure technology. Stimulus from the immaterial realm. Future or futuristic reforms. Polarity. Differentiation. Contrast. Excitement in or about the air. Technology and water.
- reacts semiconsciously. contrary. easily tired or fatigued. unstable. insecure. vulnerable.
Pointless excitement or upset. Sudden uncertainty. Unconsciousness. Unexpected denial or rejection. Sudden loss or sacrifice. Unexciting circumstances. Checkmate.

Nep 4 MC 0°04' A
MC.NE.*
+ intuitive. sensitive. empathic. highly imaginative. tender. mediumistic. daydreams. future-oriented. interested in metaphysical factors. impersonal. objective.
To be prepared for the future. Personal sacrifice. The unknown or unrecognized. My sensitivity. Metaphysical factors and me.
- deluded. unstable. insecure.
overly delicate. easily swayed. elusive. unreliable. vulnerable. needful of protection. weak. prone to feelings of inferiority. unrealistic.
Inward confusion. Personal uncertainty or disillusionment. To refuse to accept something. To deny. To go astray. To be deluded. Deceit.
Personal loss.

Mar A Plu 0°36' A
MA.PL.*
+ active. enterprising. energetic. strong willed. good at classifying and arranging. able to carry on many jobs at once. proceeds according to plan. sees the overview. skilled at organizing. industrious. ambitious. knows how to adapt. and readjust. capable at development. able to deal with change and variety. athletic. spontaneous.
Developments in or of a job. Current work. New profession. Alteration in or of work. Increasing work. Developmental work. Increasing energies. Change in or of a job. To organize.
- not always trustworthy. ruthless. [exploitive or abusive when unevolved.]

Mer 1 Ven 0°52' A
ME.VE.*
+ extroverted. enjoys social contact. cooperative. clever. obliging. venturesome. epicurean. entertaining. eloquent. capable of being loving. congenial. people-oriented. lively. apt at theory. aesthetically conscious. musical. expresses oneself well. has artistic talent.
Thoughts of love. Harmonious conversation. Sympathy due to discussion. Enjoyment in connection with communication. To experience affection. Pleasant dialogue. To express desires. To give hope. Harmonious or graceful motion. Communication about or due to art. Acquaintanceship.
- self-indulgent. smug. pretentious. vain.

Mar 4 Eri 0°28' A
(Eris is recently discovered........to me, it seems like it has to do with controversy,ideology,diversity,divergence,considerate/inconsiderate of viewpoints/opinions/beliefs/values,bigotry,terrorism, redefining boundaries)......Honestly, I think that it not only fits with any belief system but also even Astrology.........I even think that Eris might even be a co-ruler of Astrology

even its discoverer, Dr. Michael Brown said
“She causes strife by causing arguments among men, by making them think their opinions are right and everyone else’s is wrong,” Brown said. “It really is just perfect.” ) http://www-tech.mit.edu/V126/N38/38shorts2.html

PLANETARY NODES
just looked at conjunction,opposition,and square

South Mars Node square Uranus - '32
South Uranus Node conjunct Mars - 1'50
(Double Whammy)
MA.UR.*
+ energetic. resolute. determined. industrious. works quickly. daring. courageous. high-spirited. future-oriented. handy. skilled with technology. reformist. progressive. innovative.
Sudden actions. Unexpected work. Exciting or stimulating activity. To contribute to tensions. Energetic deed. Technical assignment. To carry out a reform. Activity in the future. Operation. Electrical energy.
- impulsive. rash. acts prematurely. restless. unpredictable. obstinate.
To jump to conclusions prematurely. Rash decision. Emotional upset. Injury or damage. Accident.

North Jupiter Node square Uranus - '00
North Uranus Node square Jupiter - 1'23
(Double Whammy)
JU.UR.*
+ optimistic. intuitive. resourceful. ingenious. keenly perceptive. progressive. future-oriented. has quick responses. good at mathematics. technically apt. adventurous. reformist.
Successful adventure. Unexpected good luck. Surprising success. Technical earnings. Unexpected money. Surprising profits. Pleasurable event. Beneficial reforms. Good sense of rhythm.
- under legal tension. overly materialistic.
Hypertension. Upset over the law.

South Uranus Node oppose Midheaven - '27
MC.UR.*
+ intuitive. progressive. sizes up situations quickly. original. inclined to the unusual. averse to mediocrity. wishes to be unique. adventurous. reformist. technically inclined. has rhythm. future oriented.
My adventure. Surprise for me. To be in anticipation. My premonition. An event. Occurrence for me. To get excited.
- impulsive. self willed. tense; stressed. restless. unstable. fidgety. off-balance; erratic. unpredictable. easily upset. aggressive.
To be exposed to great tension. Unrest.