Hi everybody! I do have more interests than genealogy, I
swear. I was just really infatuated with
it for a while. So to balance my interests
out a bit more I decided to go through some notes I have taken in my OneNote
app. I love this app, by the way. It makes it so easy to take organized notes
on just about anything, then organize my thoughts into something the rest of
the world will understand (for my blog).
Anyway…I came across some notes I took from an astrology article I
read. I will share my first note with
you now. It is from Alan Oken's December
astrology newsletter. I like his news
letters because he shares current celestial events, and he gives you enough
information on general astrology to entice you to learn more about your own
natal chart. Which gives me a foundation
to build upon, in my learning.
"This
is quite the task and it is no wonder that Saturn, the astrological Task
Master, is the natural ruler of this part of the natal map. In this article and
in this month especially, I want to focus on Saturn’s primary sign, Capricorn and its position
in your horoscope. As Capricorn
is the natural ruler of the Midheaven, in whichever house the celestial
Mountain Goal is found, it will be there where you will also find another major key to your worldly
success."
"In
Soul-centered astrology, we view Saturn as the agent and administrator of
Karmic Law. It is Saturn who stands at the Gates of Initiation, ready to put
all who aspire to a higher state of consciousness to the test. In Christian
theology, this function is represented by St. Peter for it is He who acts as
the Guardian to the Doors of Heaven. As one approaches Paradise, one’s deeds
are weighed on the Scales of Divine Justice. It is no wonder then, that Saturn
is said to be in its position of exaltation when it is placed in the sign of
Libra!"
Just checking to
make sure I understand so far (it helps me to paraphrase). Saturn manages Karmic law. If you want to achieve a higher state of
consciousness then it is Saturn who will test you. Weighing your deeds on the "Scales of
Divine Justice". Saturn is exalted
in the sign of Libra! What exactly does
exalted mean? I may have to look this up
in my book for you. I am doing this
because I don't want to assume anything.
I am a beginner of astrology and hate when people assume I understand a
term that I don't. There for I am going
to take the beginner approach and explain things as best as I possible can,
just-in-case this is the first astrology article you have ever read.
Saturn is "in
its position of exaltation when it is placed in the sign of Libra" means
that Saturn expresses itself in a harmonious way in Libra. According to my book: The only way to Learn
Astrology, Volume I, Basic Principles by Marion D March & Joan
McEvers.
http://www.amazon.com/The-Only-Way-Learn-Astrology/dp/0935127615
Well that's good for
me, since my Saturn is in Libra. So is
it safe to say that Saturn points out the test I must pass to become
successful? Lets see what else Alan
says.
"Saturn
is the farthest planet visible from the Earth with the naked eye and its rings
are certainly its most outstanding feature. The rings are symbolic of
limitations and represent the parameters of the Law of Karma. It is impossible
to enter the more advanced levels of consciousness represented by Uranus,
Neptune, and Pluto, without first passing through Saturn’s rings. Thus, a
person cannot enter into the realms of the “higher heavens” without first
having fulfilled the responsibilities of one’s personal karma. It is only when
we have been able to live correctly in the more personal spheres of life that
we earn the right (and are capable!) of moving into more collective and
transpersonal spheres of activity."
So Saturn represents
the limitations and parameters that Karmic Law says I have to work with? It tells me what my karmic responsibilities
are?
There is
another important term in the esoteric doctrine which characterizes the karmic
nature and function of Saturn. This term is “The Dweller on the Threshold.” The
“Dweller” represents those parts of our personality which have not been
redeemed or transformed by the loving agencies of the Soul. This is a place of
karmic debt and of crystallized energy that does not permit us to go beyond the
“Threshold” of our limited consciousness. The position of Saturn is also one of
opportunity. It is by understanding and working with Saturn that we may come to
balance a great deal of past karma and may go forward consciously to a more
refined way of self-expression. As we progress through life, we often find that
it is through restrictions and the pain which comes from thwarted desires or
aspirations that we develop a greater understanding of the Laws of Life. The
structure and administration of these Laws is also under the rulership of
Saturn. The sign and house
position of Saturn in your natal chart will reveal much about the nature of
your personal “Dweller” and show the areas where successful work has been
achieved (positive aspects to and from Saturn) or where work still has to be
done (hard aspects or conjunctions with Saturn).
When
planets are placed a certain numbers of degrees from each other (angles) they
form aspects. My book (mentioned above)
says that the trines and sextiles are flowing and that the squares,
oppositions, and conjunctions are challenging.
So if Saturn is sextile or trine with anything it shows where successful
work has been achieved, I guess.
Squares, oppositions, and conjunctions shows where work still needs to
be done.
So my
Saturn sign, house, and aspects will show where work has been done, and where
work still needs to be done.
Saturn is at 15
Libra 40' 0"r in my 9th house, conjunct Pluto, square Ascendant, trine
Sun, and trine Mercury.
Saturn in Libra: We find Saturn in its
exaltation when positioned in this sign. A Soul-centered individual with Saturn
in Libra will function to administer a balanced judgment in the right use of
energy, an impartiality expressed in all forms of human interchange. This planetary
combination involves all of the Rays of Mind. The Third (Saturn and Libra), the
Fifth (Venus as exoteric ruler of the Scales), the First (through Saturn’s
rulership of Capricorn), and the Seventh (through Uranus, esoteric ruler of
Libra). Thus we have a person with the potential to relate to others in ways
that are proper and fair no matter what the circumstances may be.
So I must work
within the parameters of divine justice.
It is my responsibility to administer a balanced judgment. Balance proper uses of energy. Be impartial in communicating with
others. I do feel I relate to others in
fair ways. I'm only focusing on Saturn
right now. I will look at the others
later.
Saturn in the Ninth House: The potential
to stabilize the higher mind in order to anchor a firm foothold on the
spiritual Path. Saturn in this house may also block any further mental progress
until one learns not to control or dominate others through a particular
philosophy or orthodox teaching.
I think Libra helps
me with this. I am pretty fair when
listening to others' religious views. I
understand them as beliefs and know that I can not prove or disprove what one
chooses to believe. People have the
freedom to believe as they wish. Who am
I to tell them that they are right or wrong.
I only wish others had this same level of fairness. I believe one should follow what feels right
in their heart and mind, and that is it.
Whom ever your higher power may be, made you who you are and you should
follow those instincts. Each person has
their unique purpose and should have the freedom to fulfill that purpose. I think this is what Saturn in the 9th refers
too, in this instance.
Alan doesn't give
any interpretations of the aspects he mentioned above, so I will have to look
them up myself. I will look at my book
and other sources online for this information.
Lets first look at
my positive aspects, which shows areas where successful work has already been
done. Saturn trine Sun and Saturn trine
Mercury.
In my book it says
that trines' keyword is flow.
My book says that
the Sun is:
"The main
expression of the individual. Shows the
qualities of leadership and success. It
represents the masculine principle, the father, husband and men in general. The Sun rules health, vital principles,
authority and bosses, rank, title, high office, progress, dignity, energy,
sense of identity and capacity for experience.
It's action is fortifying and vitalizing."
I would say that I
do express myself pretty well. I have
held successful leadership positions. I
have achieved success in my life. I have
taken the masculine role in my family many times, successfully. In the Navy I achieved rank quickly in the
beginning. I have experienced quite a
bit. So yes successful work has already
been done in these areas.
Lets see what
another source says about Saturn trine Sun.
Sun Trine Saturn
"A rather quiet
person, you may act quite a bit older than you are. You are serious and very
much concerned with doing what is right rather than doing just what you want to
do. You are patient and willing to work a long time to reach a goal.
In everything you
do, your standards are very high, and you insist on a very strict code of
behavior, both for yourself and for others.
If you cannot see
the usefulness of something, you are not likely to see much value in it. You
will have to learn that knowledge that does not have any immediate use may be
helpful later in unexpected situations. "
So from Alan's
perspective I think this is saying that I have already done successful work on
doing what is right, being patient, setting high standards, following a strict
code of behavior, and learning the usefulness of things and knowledge to adapt
to unexpected situations.
My book says that
Mercury "rules reason, ability to communicate, intellect, awareness,
dexterity, rationalization, transmission, words, opinion, and sensory
perceptions. Its action is quick,
uncertain, volatile. Deals with travel
(especially short trips), brothers and sisters, children, clerking, speaking,
writing, bookkeeping, secretaries, neighborhood activities, letters and
mailings, means of transportation, trade, emotional capacity and
technique."
I do think I
communicate well. I am intellectual, and
believe I do have a high awareness for the world around me. My manual dexterity has actually been tested
and was very high. I do think I am rational, opinionated, and
quite sensitive. I have taken many short
trips. I think I'm a good mom. I have done public speaking, writing, book
keeping, secretarial work, wrote letters and mailings, and was a bus
driver. Maybe trade was something I did
in a past life or something. I think my
emotional capacity is quite high considering what I have survived and still
turned out ok. LOL
Lets see what
another source says about Saturn trine Mercury:
Mercury Trine Saturn
"You are
careful and cautious, and you do everything in a very structured and organized
way. You have discipline, which you need in order to get anything done.
Your view of life is
practical. You want to know what good something is before you get involved with
it. For this reason, you can take an idea, and make something real of it that
others can see and appreciate.
You want to know the
objective truth about the world, and you are willing to study hard to find it
out. The only problem is that you may not be sensitive enough to the less
concrete aspects of the world, such as other people's feelings or vague
impressions that do have real meaning. In short, you may be too hard-headed to
appreciate the lighter and more subtle side of life. "
So looking at this
from Alan's perspective I think this is saying I have already mastered
being careful, structured, organization,
practicality, taking ideas and turning them into something others can
appreciate. I have mastered studying
hard to find the objective truth about the world.
So what do I need to
work on?
Saturn conjunct
Pluto
My book says
conjunct's keyword is emphasis.
My book says Pluto:
"traditionally
rules the underworld and that which is hidden from view (including the unknown
worlds within you, your submerged or subconscious self). Also represents all replication processes
like conception and printing. Pluto
governs the masses, waste, subversion, atomic power and crime. It rules phobias and obsessions, slow growth,
group factors, transmutation, beginnings and endings birth and death,
isolation, coercion, disappearance, kidnapping anonymity, bacteria and
viruses. Represents generation,
regeneration and degeneration. It
exposes that which has been developed secretly or undercover. It governs vacancy, plumbing, dictatorships,
unpopular causes and the exclusive.
Pluto's action is slow, ponderous and inevitable, It is the last of the transcendental planets
and is considered a higher octave of mars."
Hmmm this is a tough
one. What are some things I need to work
on in this. I can work on more spiritual
aspects within myself without so much influence from the outside world. I need to learn to be less wasteful. Working for the good of the masses. Uncover subversion and crime. Work on inner phobias and obsessions. Working in groups more. Manifesting my ideas. Maybe I isolate myself to much. Healing bacterial and viral issues. Transmuting things that are problems. Work on things others don't wish too. Spend more time on growth and pondering
things. Work on transcending issues.
I don't know lets
see what another source says about this aspect.
This aspect
signifies that you can endure very difficult times, if you have to, and that
you have an unusual degree of tenacity.
There may be a
scarcity of some element or experience in your life. If this is the case, you
will have to work very hard in an organized and disciplined way to make up for
it.
Some persons with
this aspect respond to the changes that must come in life with fierce
resistance. You will have to cultivate the attitude of letting nature take its
course, instead of building up structures to prevent change. But if you allow
changes to take place in your life, your inner fortitude will be more than
enough to help you through any difficult times.
So now what I am
getting from this is that I need to learn to let change happen, even if it is
difficult change. I need to endure it
and learn from it, instead of worrying so much about what may happen and trying
to prevent it. If I feel I am lacking
something in my life, I need to learn to make up for it instead of dwelling on
the lack. Let nature take it's course. Build up myself internally so that no matter
what changes or difficulties come, I know I will be ok.
Saturn square
Ascendant
My book says the
keyword for square is challenge.
I don't see where my
book talks about the Ascendant as a separate point so I am going to go solely
off of the astro.com source.
You may have quite a
bit of difficulty learning to relate to other people as friends or loved ones,
even within your immediate family. This problem usually stems from the fact
that you feel somehow unworthy of being loved or attended to. Certainly you are
not incompetent, but you tend to feel that the demands of life, specifically
those made by other people, are so high that you cannot live up to them.
Do not accept
criticism as the main part of a relationship, for it is not. Mutual love,
respect and reinforcement should be the main components of any relationship.
Some persons with
this aspect, feeling that the outer world demands too much, withdraw from
social contact by going inside themselves. Others feel that there is only a
great void within, so they work furiously in the outer world of friends and
other contacts to escape from that inner emptiness.
I need to work on
relating to others on the friend of family level. I need to learn and know that I am worthy of
and deserve love from others. Working on
mutual love, respect and reinforcement rather than criticism. Do not worry about the expectations others
may have of me, just love them and except their love. Learn to balance my inner world and my outer
world.
Ok. That's all I am going to work on Saturn for
now. Does anybody have any alternate interpretations? Any suggestions, or recommendations?
All charts and interpretations are based on Western Tropical Astrology and the Esoteric teachings of Alan Oken and linked sites.
