Category Archives: Astronomy

The Sun and those Retrogade Outer Planets

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

Sometimes the obvious is invisible, most likely because we are inclined to look at details and just simply overlook the greater picture. Although I have seen many charts and read many astrology books it never occurred to me nor has … Continue reading →

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And the Winner is…

Posted on March 7, 2009 by

If you recall, 2009 is the year of astronomy. Some may wonder why astrologers should take any interest, considering how modern astronomers seem to avoid the topic of astrology and when pressed must ridicule it so as not to lose … Continue reading →

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International Year of Astronomy

Posted on January 20, 2009 by

Just a note on the side. Today the International Year of Astronomy begins. The opening ceremony takes place in Berlin, Germany. Here is the link to the official site. Th.

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Algol and Pluto: Two Astrological Hobgoblins

Posted on January 6, 2009 by

In traditional astrology the fixed star Algol, head of the ghoul or demon, is considered the most baleful of stars. In modern astrological practice he is generally ignored, he has been replaced by Pluto. Astronomically both have something in common. … Continue reading →

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Celestial Projection

Posted on May 14, 2008 by

A map or any other projection of a three dimensional reality onto a surface, can only be an approximation. To a certain extent that reality is distorted, especially if it is spherical. We, who are used to looking at charts … Continue reading →

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