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Here is a deft and enlightening perspective on weight control with an astrological perspective that synthesizes body, mind and soul. You'll enjoy the little vignettes of the princess burdened by excess weight who had tried it all, until she met a wise little elf who gave her the answers she searched for, in return for her promise to pass along the knowledge. From there, author Beverly Flynn teaches her Three Basic Astrological Rules of Weight Control, followed by a 7-step program for how you can "put it all together" to achieve your desired goal. Subtitled "The Jupiter/Pluto Connection," the book focuses on how these two planets and the Ascendant of your natal chart can become the basis for three basic rules of weight control. Flynn conveys her practical astrological wisdom as she takes you on a journey of self-discovery that offers hope and encouragement. Beginners in astrology will find Flynn's approach both interesting and accessible, and experienced astrologers will appreciate the clarity of her approach.

Astrologically, the daily transit refers to the longitudinal position of each planet in its daily passage. As each planet reaches a one-degree mathematical relationship to a planet in the natal chart, a situation, event or attitude occurs. The influence of the aspect is not always subjective; it may be objectively demonstrated in the environment, or in a relationship with another person. For example, with a Mars transit, you may not be energetic, tempestuous, zestful, passionate, constructive, or destructive. But you may see an accident in the street; watch TV violence; contact a lusty, robust friend; find competition and stress in your work environment; or observe someone who is excited or acting in haste. In all astrological aspects there is a hierarchy of precedence that tends to be preemptive. The prime determinant is the innate character. The law of precedence states: The aspect that fits best into the character will take precedence over the aspect that is foreign to the character. This thoroughly researched and well written volume will answer all your questions about what to expect when transits occur.

Does a planet in a sign have the same meaning in every horoscope? Yes and no. Although everyone with a specific planet in a specific sign shares common characteristics, each displays subtle differences depending upon what degree the planet occupies within that sign. These differences explain why, for example, one person with Mercury in Capricorn is practical and another is more creative or family-oriented, or has a strong desire to be in the spotlight. Both the three decanates (the ten-degree divisions of each sign) and the twelve duads (the two and a half-degree divisions of each sign) reveal sign characteristics specific to the individual, each of which is defined by the degree of the planet in the sign. Using decanates and duads, you can discover much more about every planet in the horoscope, as well as the signs on the anglesthe Midheaven, IC, Ascendant and Descendant. And this, in turn, will lead to new insights into relationships, career choice, communication style, finances and life purpose and goals.

In this book, Charles Carter (1887-1968) seeks a method of astrological forecasting that produces accurate results without the complicated calculations of Primary Directions. To quote Carter, an ideal directional system should fulfil four criteria: 1. No important event should pass without a direction. 2. No direction should pass without an event. 3. Events and directions should correspond narrowly in time. 4. Events and directions should correspond in character. (from page 10) To achieve these goals, Carter examined a number of symbolic systems. Symbolic because they were not based on any actual planetary movement, but rather, were arcs, arbitrarily chosen and then uniformly applied to all factors in the natal chart. In this book, he presents the best of his research. Among the systems of exceptional merit are the One degree, the Naibod (59'8"), the Duodenary (2o30'), the Sub-duodenary (12'30"), the Septenary (4 2/7 o), Novenary (3o20') and the Fractional Measure, which is based on natal aspects. Along the way, Carter's restless mind tackled the subject of death. Here, he discovered what he termed the Measure of Death. He says while it does not always forecast death, the Measure of Death is always present at death. Carter found symbolic directions to have real value in astrological forecasting. His work remains unique. This book was first published in 1929.

This encompassing work on the transiting planets as used in predictive astrology includes the meaning of the transiting planets through each of the houses and delineation for each planet in aspect to every other planets. All major aspects are interpreted, giving you easy aspect to the meaning of the square, trine, sextile, conjunction and opposition. Each planet is featured in its own chapter. In addition, the authors delineate the Moon through each of the signs from both the personal and mundane, or public, perspectives. The introduction presents the authors' advice and guidance on overall interpretation of transits, their time frame and how to determine their relevance to major and minor events in your life. With this handy book you can quickly and easily access information needed to fine-tune astrological forecasts, and thus determine more favorable days for a wide range of activities.

This is Marc Penfield's sixth and final book in his mundane astrology series on the countries of the world, and includes countries from the Mediterranean to the Cape of Good Hope. Most African countries were granted independence from Britain, France, Portugal or Belgium. Only Liberia and Ethiopia escaped being colonies. Marc has also devoted space to the Great Pyramid which has numerous mathematical, scientific, geographical, astronomical and possibly metaphysical references symbolized in stone. Charts for 31 African cities are also included.

Though individual asteroids or planetoids orbiting between Mars and Jupiter may be small, they are bound to exert influences in the horoscope. In light of this conclusion, they must also exert the same type of cross chart influence in the area of relationships. With this premise, Emma Belle Donath wrote Asteroids in Synastry. Using her vast store of mythological as well as astrological lore, she tells the myths of the four major asteroids, as well as giving keyword lists and rulerships for each. In the body of the book she gives delineation of the asteroids using the most accepted forms of synastry (person A's planets in person B's chart and vice versa). In addition, she gives some of the major aspect configurations between charts, and takes a brief look at composite charts and contact cosmograms. Several example charts are used to illustrate asteroid use in this manner. This is the definitive text for using asteroids in synastry.

Dr. Benjamin Dykes produces essential new translations of traditional astrology texts for modern students. Persian Nativities I contains the first English translation of Masha'allah's natal work, The Book of Aristotle, and a new translation of his student Abu 'Ali al-Khayyat's influential On the Judgments of Nativities.

The book contains translations of six Astrological Treatises by the famous Arabian astrologer M sh >all h: The Book of Reception in Horary Questions. The earliest available Medieval treatise on Horary Astrology The Book of Nativities. An early treatise on Natal Astrology The Book on the Revolutions of Years. An early treatise on Solar Returns. The Book on the Significations of the Planets in Nativities. The Epistle on Conjunctions. An early treatise on Mundane Astrology The Book of Thoughts. A Note on Interpretation. James H. Holden is the Research Director of the American Federation of Astrologers and has been especially interested in Classical and Medieval astrological works.

Included in this volume, which is four books in one, are four significant works by Charles Jayne: Horoscope Interpretation Outlined, Introduction to Locality Astrology, Parallels: Their Hidden Meaning, and The Technique of Rectification. Horoscope Interpretation Outlined explores the basics of chart reading, beginning with the chart as a whole and gradually working to the entire chart. Special sections explore the major chart configurations and the eight lunation cycle phases. Introduction to Locality Astrology focuses on three methods of shifting the horoscope to a different locality, with complete instructions for each one. Also explained is the Johndro baseline chart, using the Jacqueline Onassis chart as an example. Parallels: Their Hidden Meaning examines powerful chart configurations in declination that signal the main meaning of the horoscope. In addition to the natal chart, the author discusses transits and progressions. The tools and techniques of rectification are the main focus of The Technique of Rectification, which includes other factors involved in the process, such as the ascending sign, planets in houses, and horoscope validation.

Originally published in 1928, this book gives detailed instructions on how to interpret the progressed chart using the Moon, Ascendant, and planets, as well as the transits. Leigh Milburn put to use her wealth of experience, both in classroom work through the Llewellyn College and her private practice, to convey the practical information for delineating progressed horoscopes, and how to use them in actual practice. In addition, she includes interpretations for all the major factors in the progressed chart with chapters on the nature of the planets, planets through the signs, progressed Ascendant, progressed Moon in the houses, parallels, and progressed and transiting aspects of the Sun, Moon and planets. This classic book is a must for those interested in predictive astrology.

How to Read Cosmodynes fills an important need in the astrological field. Many know of this method of measuring the relative power of the planets, signs and houses, but few know how to use it in their daily astrological practice. Yet it can be the key to seemingly inexplicable factors in an individual horoscope. Cosmodyne patterns indicate how delays, obstacles and confusion can be avoided. They point to where the energy-expenditure should be directed, how it should be channeled, and the associations which will enhance the demonstration of success. Once you experiment with the use of cosmodynes, you will never give them up. Probably you'll wonder how you managed to do without them for so long.

The use of astrodynes takes much of the guesswork out of chart interpretation by mathematically determining the relative power in a horoscope. Simply put, astrodynes allow a greater precision in birth chart interpretation. Previously, the chart ruler was considered to be the ruler of the Ascendant. Now, the strongest planets, signs, and houses can easily be determined, leading to more accurate assessment of vocation, temperament, and compatibility. The level of harmony or discord will indicate the fortune that can be attracted by each factor. There is a difference between power, which is a potential for action, and harmony, which is the effect of the action. The amount of strength in the chart will show how insistent are the desires, or specific areas of life. Whether they express in harmony or with difficulty has little to do with the amount of power they have. There- fore, the first step in a better understanding of how to use astrodynes in a birth chart is to understand what power is in a chart, what harmony is, and the difference between the two. The author explains these differences and focuses on the interpretation of astrodynes, including specifics about each planet, house and aspect.

Danish-American mystic and astrologer MAX HEINDEL (1865-1919), developer of the modern teachings of the esoteric Christian philosophy of Rosicrucianism, is considered by some the greatest Western spiritualist of the 20th century. In this 1919 volume, a companion to Heindel's The Message of the Stars (also available from COSIMO CLASSICS), he offers a simple and practical method of casting horoscopes that brings the art and craft within the realm of anyone who can do basic math. You'll learn how to... . interpret the houses of the zodiac . deal with time zones . understand rising signs . calculate the positions of the planets . and more. You'll also find here a "Philosophic Encyclopedia of Astrology," with definitions of all the terms you'll encounter when casting a horoscope.

"The Rising Sign - your Astrological Calling Card" The Rising Sign throws light on our outer manner and the way we present ourselves to others. This is partly due to nature, but also due to the programming that we receive in childhood and youth. Our career choices, partnership requirements, mental & spiritual interests and general behaviour are greatly influenced by our Rising Sign. It modifies our appearance and it can take us into situations and places in our lives that the Sun Sign alone would not. Sasha has replaced about a thrid of her original edition, introducing new material within existing chapters and adding several new chapters. She has retained the all-important Rising Sign Table that allows readers to find their ascendant at a glance.

1942. One of a series of books on astrology by American occultist and astrologer, Elbert Benjamine (a.k.a. C.C. Zain), and the founder of The Church of Light. Elbert Benjamine was known as a natural seer. One can see in his early training the logical progression and preparation for his role in assisting the evolution of The Religion of the Stars, which claims that True Religion and True Science are One. Contents: Diet and Breathing; What to Eat When Mercury and Uranus is Afflicted; What to Eat When Sun, Moon or Pluto is Afflicted; What to Eat When Jupiter, Saturn or Neptune is Afflicted; and What to Eat When Venus or Mars is Afflicted. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

Most text-books, including the one for which I am personally responsible, are mainly of an analytical character and do not attempt to guide the reader far along the path that leads to proficiency in horoscopic delineation. In fact, few attempts have been made to attack this problem, and for a good reason-it is so difficult. Delineation is an art and it cannot be taught as one teaches merely factual knowledge. It comes with experience, if the student have the right inborn aptitudes; that is all that can be said. However, there seems to me to be a sort of border-land that lies beyond the realms of purely text-book teaching and yet is within the scope of instruction. No one can make a student into a good delineator, and, on the other hand, almost anyone with moderate teaching ability can inculcate the alphabet of astrology: between these two extremes there is a field wherein, I think, experience can help inexperience and some general principles can be formulated and explained. This is what I have attempted here, illustrating my ideas in separate chapters that deal with important classes of psychological condition. This book is designed to follow The Principles of Astrology and may be read in conjunction with The Astrological Aspects and The Encyclopaedia of Psychological Astrology. Charles E.O. Carter

This book is an English translation of Book 17 of the Astrologia Gallica. In the First Section, Morin explains the Cabala of the Twelve Houses and their natural foundation. The Second Section is devoted to different methods of House Division. Several horoscopes are shown. The Third Section discusses the formal reasons for the natures of the Houses and their mathematical basis. Morin was a physician who became the most renowned of all French astrologers. He was appointed Royal Mathematician to King Louis XIII and was summoned to be present at the birth of the royal heir, the future King Louis XIV. James Herschel Holden, the translator, is Research Director of the American Federation of Astrologers and has been especially interested in the Morin Method of horoscope interpretation.

Please, do not trust this book more than your doctor! The ancient tradition of astrology is another way of looking at ourselves than the methods developed by modern natural science. It cannot substitute science any more than science can incorporate astrology. The best use you can have of this introduction to medical astrology is as an alternative perspective on your health. By examining your horoscope you shed light on the complexity of living your life in ways that agree with you the most. Learn how your health is described by the Zodiac signs, the movements of the planets, their aspects, and the astrological Houses. This book contains all the basics you need to get started on that exploration. Stefan Stenudd is a Swedish author who has written several bestselling books about astrology since the 1970's. He has also written books about myth, life energy concepts, Ancient Greek cosmology, and the Japanese martial arts. His fiction, too, deals with cosmological and existential themes.