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Building Blocks of Astrology: The Twelve Archetypes

10/27/2013

In Evolutionary Astrology, as in other types of astrology, there are twelve basic archetypes corresponding to the twelve houses. Each house has a natural sign and planet related to it. For example, the first house is ruled by Aries whose planet is Mars.

Any planet which might appear in the first house….no matter what sign ends up there, manifests in an Aries-like manner. So, for example, if you have the Moon in Libra in the first house, it will be affected by the house position and be more Aries-like than a Moon in Libra in the seventh house, the natural house of Libra.

There is so much to know when learning astrology that one can feel overwhelmed. I suggest you start by learning the archetypes of each house.
Follow this by learning the signs, then the planets.

Eventually, you will be able to combine the archetypes. For example, I have Virgo in the first house, so my Virgo is a little more aggressive and independent (yang) than the natural (yin) Virgo which is in the sixth house. Combining the archetypes in this way adds a deeper level to chart analysis.

It follows that a person with Sun in Virgo in the first house will be different from a person with Sun in Virgo in the sixth house (or any other house for that matter). That Virgo Sun person (1st) will appear more outgoing and confident than one would expect from the definition of Virgo. They will be more Aries-like.

This may explain why the Sun sign horoscopes we find in the newspaper may seem odd. You look for your Sun sign, read what’s there and say…Huh? If you know the house your Sun is in, you might also look in the sign for that house. That will give you a little more information.

My Sun is in Gemini and is in the 10th house, the natural house for Capricorn. It follows that my Gemini Sun has some Capricorn-like qualities.

First
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
Sixth
Seventh
Eighth
Ninth
Tenth
Eleventh
Twelfth

Aries
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces

Mars
Venus
Mercury
Moon
Sun
Mercury
Venus
Pluto/Mars (modern ruler/traditional ruler)
Jupiter
Saturn
Uranus/Saturn (modern ruler/traditional ruler)
Neptune/Jupiter (modern ruler/traditional ruler)

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Mercury retrograde goes mainstream

10/22/2013

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It’s interesting to note that this particular astrological phenomenon has become part of the collective. Most people know about their Sun signs. Now, due to so much conversation about it…when things go wrong in the morning commute or at the office, people may ask “is mercury retrograde?”

Throughout history people have sought explanations for the events occurring around them. ‘Why’ is not just a question 3 year olds ask, but is, in fact, one of the most important questions all people ask. Why is this happening to me? Why is everything going wrong today?

Astrologers know that planetary transits, both to the individual chart and to the collective chart of now, serve as triggers.

So what’s up with Mercury? The god Mercury is known as the messenger of the gods. He is depicted as having wings on his shoes and hat and carrying a caduceus a staff of entwined snakes. The planet Mercury rules two signs: Gemini - messenger and Virgo - healer.

In Gemini, the main emphasis is on communication and taking in as
much information as possible. Virgo analyzes the mass of information deciding
what is useful and what is not, then organizing it. There is an emphasis on
efficiency.

Mercury goes retrograde (appears to stand still then go backwards) three times a year. In 2013 the three retrogrades are in water signs, usually associated with emotions. The one that started October 21, is in Scorpio, which just happens to be Pluto’s sign. In addition, Saturn is still in Scorpio as well and they will be conjunct on October 29. Merxury will turn direct on November 10.

So what can we expect from this Mercury retrograde? I think we have to pay close attention to what we are saying and how we are saying it. Words can curse or bless. Let us be mindful not to curse. But also, let us not look for the curse in the words of others. Let us realize that people are not out to get us (Scorpio – fear of betrayal), when they speak their truth. Let us try to listen and not react by stinging back (Scorpio) when something another says threatens us.

During this time our emotional buttons are easily pushed. While it is true that not everyone has our best interests at heart, sometimes they unwittingly hurt us, not meaning to. Rather than react, let us take the time to seek more information (Mercury) and act from wisdom and maturity (Saturn). Let us take the time (Saturn) to think about what has been said, gather more information, then act if necessary using reason as our guide. Let us work towards maturing our emotional body by gathering information and evaluating it, so that we can transform (Scorpio).

When someone pushes your buttons through words whether intentionally or accidentally, take a breath, stay silent and let it pass through you. Don’t let it stick anywhere.

We must all learn to speak our truth, Often we don’t because we fear the reaction of the other person. We want to keep the peace. But remember, their reaction is not your responsibility. When emotions are pent up they become explosive and toxic.

Pluto rules the colon, Virgo the digestive system. To remain healthy they must work together to keep things moving. After Virgo processes all the food and separates the nourishment from the waste, Pluto lets it pass through and be
eliminated.

Let us work to keep our communication clear so that our words are blessings.

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Pluto and the seven generations

10/13/2013

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As I was writing about the seven Pluto generations that are currently on the planet, I realized how that relates to the Native American notion of seven generations. This weekend, often referred to as Columbus Day, is not a holiday (from holy day), but instead a type of Memorial Day to Native Americans.

The idea of seven generations relates to looking at your actions
according to how they would affect seven generations into the future.

The planet Pluto was discovered on February 18, 1930. Named after the God of the Underworld, it represents death and rebirth and is associated with the sign Scorpio.

Currently the North Node, Saturn and Mercury in Scorpio. Looming over us, although not spoken of in the news, is the disaster at the nuclear plant in Japan that occurred over two years ago. You rarely hear about it in the commercial news, but the disaster is far from over. In fact, there are some things happening now that will affect life on this planet forever.

The US government agency that inspects fish to determine if it is edible, is no longer doing that. Not because they are part of the ‘shut down, but because the levels of nuclear pollution are so high they don’t want anyone to know. It is recommended that you not eat any fish from the Pacific Ocean.

Hmm, does that mean that there is a barrier between the Pacific and the other oceans? How long will it be before all the seafood in every ocean is affected? Does that mean that other food sources are ‘safe’? How is it possible that if the seafood is polluted with nuclear waste, that the plants and animals on land are okay?

Pluto was discovered during the lifetime of the oldest of the seven generations currently alive. So was nuclear power. Plutonium was discovered in 1934. It lead to the development of nuclear weapons. The only atom bombs that were ever dropped, were dropped on Japan.

Isn’t it interesting that the country which has suffered the most from the effects of nuclear weapons, is now the one having a disaster of this type? Didn’t they learn anything? Didn’t anyone learn anything?

If they had used the ‘seven generations’ test, would they ever have developed this technology? It has come to pass that during Pluto in Capricorn, the Pluto in Cancer generation is also reaping the harvest they set in motion so long ago. Within their own lifetimes, they managed to pollute the entire planet.

Named for the god of death and rebirth, we know that plutonium leads to death. They gave it a fitting name. What will the rebirth look like?

In astrology, Pluto often breaks things down allowing room for the new, whether that be your ego, your relationships, your health. Pluto is associated with cancer.

If you survive, you often become stronger for having gone through
the process of transformation that Pluto triggers.

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