The Asteroids Report for
Michael JordanFebruary 17, 19631:40 PMBrooklyn, N.Y.C., NY
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Introduction to the Asteroids Report
Asteroids orbit around the Sun just as planets do, but they are generally smaller than planets, and some of their physical characteristics and orbital characteristics are different from those of planets. Some objects are classified as being dwarf planets, and these objects are more similar to planets than most asteroids but do not fully have the characteristics that are typical of a planet. Pluto was once regarded officially as a planet but has been reclassified as a dward planet, and the asteroid Ceres is now widely regarded as a dwarf planet.
Of the hundreds of thousands of asteroids that orbit around our Sun, over 1,000 of them have been given names that are related to myths, legends, literary or historical figures of interest, or places. Some astrologers believe that asteroids have a significance and relevance to human life just as the planets do, and that the astrological significance of the asteroid is often related in some way to the name of the asteroid.
In this report 1,425 asteroids are analyzed to see if they are conjunct in zodiac longitude the Sun, Moon, or planets in the birth chart within a 1 degree orb. If the conjunction occurs, information about the asteroid is provided.
Those astrologers who include hundreds of asteroids in their interpretations believe that the asteroids often related to very specific events in your life. The names of close family and friends and situations that you encounter in life often reflect the nature of the asteroids that are conjunct planets in your chart. You may not be extremely passionate about the subject area related to the asteroid but somehow, as if by fate, you are drawn into situations and circumstances that bring the qualities of the asteroid into your life. By reading your Asteroids Report you can see for yourself if the asteroids conjunct the Sun, Moon, and planets in your birth chart, provide keys to many of the situations that you encounter in your life.
Listed below are the planet positions:
Sun 28 Aqu 23 True Node 29 Can 18
Moon 10 Sag 01 Asc. 13 Can 06
Mercury 2 Aqu 39 MC 22 Pis 28
Venus 13 Cap 12
Mars 9 Leo 57
Jupiter 19 Pis 06
Saturn 15 Aqu 32
Uranus 3 Vir 28
Neptune 15 Sco 40
Pluto 11 Vir 12
Tropical Placidus Standard time observed
GMT: 18:40:00 Time Zone: 5 hours West
Lat. and Long. of birth: 40 N 38 73 W 56
The SunYour Basic Personality: Your Style and the Way You Do Things
Sun Conjunct Aeria, Orb: 0 deg. 37 min.
Aeria is the Greek word for Air, one of the four classical elements (the other three being Earth, Fire and Water). The four elements are the simplest essential components out of which all things in the world are created. The early Greek philosopher Anaximenes called the element of Air the first principle of the world, arguing that Air creates Fire which in turn creates Water, which forms Earth.
This invisible element was commonly associated with purity and vitality. Philosophers such as Diogenes Apolloniates correlated it to both the soul (pysche) and the concept of intelligence. Classical thinkers also corresponded Air to blood, both flowing substances which perpetually maintain life. Similarly, the Indian deity Vayu, God of Wind and Air, is closely tied to the concept of prana, or the animating force which flows through all living things.
The Latin word spirare, meaning "breath", is the root of the English words spirit, inspire and aspire.
This asteroid may give an energetic, mercurial, vacillating, vital, inspired, intelligent and flexible nature.
Sun Conjunct Barnardiana, Orb: 0 deg. 21 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Edward Emerson Barnard (1857-1923), an American astronomer. A native of Tennessee, Barnard is best known for his discovery of a low mass red dwarf star in the constellation of Ophiuchus, the Serpent Holder. After the stars of the Alpha Centauri system, "Barnard's Star" is the closest known star to our Sun.
The surname Barnard is the Anglicized form of the Germanic Bernard, meaning "Brave as a Bear" (literally "Bear Hardy").
This asteroid may give an inclination towards the study of celestial phenomena. It may also confer a strong and courageous character You may make significant discoveries.
Sun Conjunct Charlotte, Orb: 0 deg. 05 min.
This asteroid was named for a friend of its discoverer. The name Charlotte is a feminine form of the male name Charles. Charles is derived from the Common Germanic word Churl, which originally meant simply "a man", but later acquired the meaning of "a non servile peasant", or in other words one who was neither a noble nor a slave.
Despite its non-royal connotations, Charles became the name of many European rulers including Charlemagne ("Charles the Great"). In the history of this name, it ascended from the lowest social rank to the most prestigious.
This asteroid may bring attention to issues of social class. An ascent in rank may be experienced.
Sun Conjunct Edisona, Orb: 0 deg. 50 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of American inventor Thomas Edison (1847-1931). Edison developed the first practical electric light bulb, as well as the motion picture camera and the phonograph. One of history's most prolific inventors, Edison held more than one thousand original patents. His creations made an indelible impact on the world, contributing significantly to the global process of industrial modernization.
Edisona may grant ingenious mechanical and creative ability. An inclination towards pioneering new technologies or making important scientific discoveries may manifest. The individual's work may have long-lasting effects on civilization.
Sun Conjunct Excalibur, Orb: 0 deg. 42 min.
Excalibur was the magical sword of the legendary King Arthur. It was symbolically linked with the divinely ordained right to rule Great Britain.
According to medieval histories and romances Arthur led Britain to defend itself from the invasions of the Saxons in the early 6th Century CE. It is a highly debated matter as to whether he was a real person or merely a fabrication of legend. In either case, he represents the archetype of the True King, destined to rule for the good of his people as an embodiment of their character and will.
The Arthurian legend cycle evolved to include the chivalric adventures of the Knights of the Round Table and their sacred quest for the Holy Grail. These stories presented a romantic and idealistic portrayal of knighthood which lodged itself firmly in the Western imagination.
The name Arthur may be derived from the Latin arcturus or the Welsh arth, both of which mean "Bear". Bears are symbolic of strength, stamina, courage and perseverance, attributes also associated with King Arthur.
This asteroid may grant a position of leadership or the tendency to represent a large group of people or even become a cultural icon. A heroic role may be assumed. A courageous and adventurous character tempered or inspired by spiritual or moral ideals is possible. Weaponry may become a subject of interest.
Sun Conjunct Interkosmos, Orb: 0 deg. 17 min.
This asteroid was named for Intercosmos, the former Soviet Union's space exploration program. Other countries such as France and India also participated in the program, which sent a number of manned and unmanned satellites into space between 1978 and 1988.
This asteroid may draw attention to the enterprise of space exploration. Astronautic, scientific, investigational and venturesome endeavors are favored.
Sun Conjunct Peter, Orb: 0 deg. 27 min.
This asteroid was named for the grandson of its discoverer, German astronomer Karl Wilhelm Reinmuth (1892-1979).
The male given name Peter is derived from the Greek petros, meaning "stone, rock". In the New Testament of the Bible, Jesus gave his apostle, originally named Simon, the name Cephas, meaning "Stone" in Aramaic. This name was translated as Peter in later versions of the text.
The name of "stone" implies a sense of solidity and steadfastness. It also alludes to a firm foundation upon which a structure may be built. The Apostle Peter (also known as Saint Peter or Simon Peter) was indeed a foundational leader of the early Christian Church and contributed greatly to the burgeoning religion.
Peter was a fisherman who became a beloved disciple of Jesus. He was one of the elite Twelve Apostles and is traditionally named first in lists of the Twelve. He is recorded in Biblical texts as being present during many crucial junctures in the life of Jesus, including his walking on water, resurrection and transfiguration.
Peter was the first Bishop of Antioch, an ancient city near modern day Antakya, Turkey. There he preached to the city's large Jewish population and found many converts. He then relocated to Rome where he famously bested the Gnostic leader Simon Magus and held the Sacerdotal Chair for 25 years. According to Christian tradition, Peter was martyred by crucifixion.
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus tells Peter that he will give him the "keys to the kingdom of heaven". This role as "keeper of the keys to heaven" led to the popular image of Saint Peter as a gatekeeper guarding the "pearly gates" of heaven. He is typically depicted in art as an old, bearded man holding keys.
In the 4th Century CE Emperor Constantine I erected an enormous temple in Rome to honor Saint Peter, known as Saint Peter's Basilica. It was built upon the location believed by the Christians of Rome to be the final resting place of Apostle.
As a saint, Peter patronizes numerous occupations, including bakers, fisherman, bridge builders, butchers, harvesters, masons, cobblers, locksmiths, shipwrights and horologists (those involved in the study and measurement of time). He is also the divine protector of the Papacy, and is invoked for longevity and relief from fevers. He is associated with numerous locations, most notable Saint Petersburg, Russia, which was named for him by Czar Peter I.
This asteroid may grant constant, dedicated, dependable, resolute, firm, ardent and responsible characteristics You may become a fundamental part of the establishment of a new tradition or institution. They may also serve as a guardian, arbiter or key-holder. The professions associated with Saint Peter may be favored. Relationships between grandfathers and grandsons may hold much personal significance, as may the Judeo-Christian religious tradition.
Sun Opposition Noemi, Orb: 0 deg. 31 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Baroness Valentine Noemi von Rothschild (1886-1969), to celebrate her engagement to astronomy benefactor Sigismund von Springer (1873-1927).
The name Noemi is derived from the Hebrew Naamah, meaning "pleasant, delightful".
This asteroid may give a gracious, amiable and congenial nature. A position of social prestige may be attained. Engagement and marriage may become important life themes.
Sun Opposition Pelion, Orb: 0 deg. 16 min.
Mount Pelion (or Pelium) is a mountain in the southeastern part of the central Greek region of Thessaly. It was considered in antiquity to be the home of the half-human half-equine creatures known as Centaurs, and the exceptional Centaur Chiron in particular.
Centaurs were depicted in Greek art and literature as mainly uncivilized, brutal and warlike in manner, with the exception of Chiron. Chiron was a teacher who nurtured the intellects of such renowned figures as the great healer Asclepius; Jason, the hero of the Golden Fleece cycle; Aristaeus, the first bee-keeper; and Achilles, the Greek hero of the Trojan War. These illustrious students were educated at Mount Pelion. Chiron was known not only for his wide breadth of knowledge of the healing arts, astrology, divination and philosophy, but also for his gentle and good-humored nature.
This asteroid may assign personal importance to the geographic location of Mount Pelion and the region of Thessaly. It may also bestow the erudite, sagacious and temperate qualities traditionally associated with the figure of Chiron. Educational and philosophical endeavors may be favored.
Sun Opposition Vassar, Orb: 0 deg. 58 min.
This asteroid was named for Vassar College, where Maud Worcester Makemson (1891-1977), who first computed its orbit, taught astronomy.
Vassar College is a private liberal arts college in Poughkeepsie, New York. It was established in 1861 as a women's college, becoming co-educational in 1969. It is currently one of the most elite and selective colleges in America, being attended by only about 2,400 students.
Vassar College was named for its founder, Anglo-American brewer and merchant Matthew Vassar (1792-1868). Its first faculty member was Maria Mitchell (1818-1889), the first professional female astronomer in the United States.
The English surname Vassar comes from the French Vavasour (or Vasseur), meaning "a Vassal". In the feudal system of Medieval Europe, a vassal was a person who served a feudal lord or monarch and paid tribute to him in exchange for military protection.
This asteroid may grant personal importance to institutions of higher education, especially Vassar College and other historically all-female schools. Endeavors involving astronomy and the liberal arts may be favored. Hierarchical social systems such as the feudal system may also hold personal significance.
The MoonYour Moods, Deeper Feelings, Home, and Family
Moon Conjunct Aeschylus, Orb: 0 deg. 56 min.
Aeschylus was a famous playwright in ancient Greece. He is often called "the Father of Tragedy". Born around 525 BCE in the town of Eleusis, Aeschylus became an initiate of the local mystery religion of the goddess Demeter. As a young man he worked in the vineyards, but following a dream in which he was visited by the god Dionysus, he devoted his life to the newly developed art of tragedy. He wrote many plays, and was noted for expanding the number of characters in each play. Many of his works had a moral or religious message emphasizing the relationship between gods and mortals.
This asteroid may confer a talent for the composition of literary and theatrical works. The art of tragedy may be especially favored.
Moon Conjunct Aquitania, Orb: 0 deg. 15 min.
This asteroid was named for Aquitaine, a region in the southwestern corner of France. Aquitaine is bordered on the west by the Atlantic ocean. It lies directly north of the Pyrenees Mountain range, which separates France from Spain. The region is known for its distinctive wines.
This asteroid may emphasize the significance of this geographic area.
Moon Conjunct Caldeira, Orb: 0 deg. 16 min.
This asteroid was named for Brazilian astronomer J.F.C. Caldeira. Caldeira is a Portuguese occupational surname originally referring to makers of large cooking vessels. The name comes from the Latin word caldeira, meaning "kettle", a derivation of caldarium, meaning "hot bath".
This asteroid may bestow an interest in science and astronomy as well as an inclination towards craftsmanship and the culinary arts. The nation of Brazil may also hold personal significance.
Moon Conjunct Hildegard, Orb: 0 deg. 51 min.
This asteroid was named for German Christian mystic Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179), also known as Blessed Hildegard or Sybil of the Rhine. Hildegard was the tenth child born to a family of free nobles. When she was about 14 years old, her parents entrusted her to the church. She had been a sickly child who spontaneously experienced mystical visions during her illness. She became a Benedictine abbess, author on many subjects, counselor, physician, herbalist, linguist, poet, composer and naturalist. As an abbess she founded a monastery at Rupertsberg in 1150 and one at Eibingen in 1165.
Hildegard was notably one of the most prolific musical composers of the Medieval era. Between 70 and 80 of her compositions survive today. She is also the first Western composer whose biography is known. She wrote the first Christian morality play, Ordo Virtutum, or "Play of the Virtues". The characters of this theatrical work included the Soul, the Devil and the 16 Virtues.
Hildegard also completed three books in which she described and interpreted her mystical visions. Scivias, or "Know the Way", was published in 1151. It was followed by Liber vitae meritorum, "the Book of Life's Merits", and De operatione Dei, "Of God's Activities". The latter is also known as Liber divinorum operum, "the Book of Divine Works". These books were lavishly illuminated under Hildegard's direction. They became greatly celebrated in the Middle Ages onward, partly due to their approval by Pope Eugenius III.
In addition to her musical compositions and visionary religious works, Hildegard published two books on the natural sciences; Physica and Causae et Curae. In these books she described the natural world around her and elaborated on the healing properties of various plants, animals and stones.
Hildegard also invented her own written alphabet of 23 letters, known as Lingua Ignota, "the Unknown Language".
This asteroid may bestow mystical and prophetic propensities. Dreams, divine visions and religious experiences may play an essential role in life. Musical, linguistic, literary, medical and scientific talents may also develop You may act as a counselor, mentor, leader and/or creative pioneer.
Moon Conjunct Tatjana, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
Tatjana (or Tatyana, Tatiana) is a Slavic female given name derived from the Latin Tatianus, which itself comes from the ancient Roman family name Tatius. In the Russian Orthodox Church, Saint Tatiana (or Tatiana of Rome) was a Christian martyr of the 3rd Century. According to her legend, Saint Tatiana was an early deaconess of the Church. When a Roman jurist named Ulpian attempted to force her to worship the god Apollo, Tatiana prayed to her god, who destroyed Apollo's temple with an earthquake. Tatiana was then blinded and fed to hungry lions by the enraged Romans.
Saint Tatiana is typically portrayed in art holding a martyr's cross or a plate with two eyes on it (symbolic of her blinding). In Russia, Belarus and Ukraine, where Saint Tatiana is regarded as the patron saint of students, Tatiana Day (also known as Students Day) is celebrated as a national holiday on January 25th.
Tatiana was also famously the name of the heroine of Alexander Pushkin's epic poem Eugene Onegin. In this tale, Tatiana is a scholarly young woman who declares her love for the eponymous protagonist in a passionate letter. Eugene rejects Tatiana's advances, delivering a cold and condescending speech which deems her actions inappropriate. By the end of the drama, the roles have been reversed, with Eugene begging for Tatiana's love and forgiveness, and her aloof repudiation of him.
This asteroid may emphasize themes of martyrdom, loss of eyesight and scholasticism You may experience the shame of unrequited love, yet later become vindicated.
Moon Opposition Adelaide, Orb: 0 deg. 43 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen (1792-1849), a German princess who became the queen consort of King William IV of the United Kingdom. This queen also granted her name to the Australian city of Adelaide, founded under her husband's reign. Adelaide is now the capital and most populous city of the state of South Australia.
The name Adelaide comes from the Germanic Adalheidis, meaning "Nobility".
Themes of aristocracy, dignity and eminence may be implied by the presence of this queenly asteroid. The city of Adelaide, Australia may also hold personal significance.
Moon Opposition Austria, Orb: 0 deg. 14 min.
Austria is a small landlocked country in central Europe. It is bordered by Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Austria is a primarily mountainous region, being located in the Alps. The ancient Celtic kingdom of Noricum, which was appropriated by the Roman Empire in 15 BCE, was located in this area. In 788 CE Charlemagne conquered the region and introduced Christianity. In 1867 Austria formed a monarchic union with neighboring Hungary, creating the Austro-Hungarian Empire. During World War II Austria was occupied by the Allied Forces. When the war was over Austria was reestablished as a sovereign state.
The name Austria is the Latinized version of the nation's German name, Osterreich, meaning "Eastern Empire".
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this country.
Moon Opposition Egeria, Orb: 0 deg. 47 min.
In Greco-Roman mythology Egeria, whose name means "Advisor" or "Counselor", was a water nymph who dispensed oracular wisdom in her sacred grove. The name Egeria may roughly translate to "of the black poplar". This wise and prophetic spirit was strongly associated with Artemis/Diana, goddess of the Moon, hunting, the wilderness and childbirth. Egeria was cast in legend as a midwife as well as a consultant. The Romans associated her with the Camenae, a sisterhood of nymphs or demi-goddesses originally associated with healing springs and fountains. The four Camenae involved themselves with prophecy and childbirth as well as the cathartic waters. These gentle, beautiful and helpful deities were sometimes associated with the Greek Muses, the nine goddesses of creative inspiration.
This asteroid may bestow wisdom, understanding and clarity of thought. There may be a talent for advising others on important matters. A strong intuition is also likely. Medical and therapeutic pursuits, especially midwifery, may become areas of inclination and ability You may foster health and inspiration.
Moon Opposition Petrina, Orb: 0 deg. 09 min.
The name Petrina is the Latin feminine form of the male given name Peter. Peter was the name of one of the dogs of German astronomer and astrophotographer Max Wolf (1863-1932). Max Wolf is credited with the discovery of over two hundred asteroids, including this one.
Peter is derived from the Greek petros, meaning "stone, rock". In the New Testament of the Bible, Jesus gave his apostle, originally named Simon, the name Cephas, meaning "Stone" in Aramaic. This name was translated as Peter in later versions of the text.
The name of "stone" implies a sense of solidity and steadfastness. It also alludes to a firm foundation upon which a structure may be built. The Apostle Peter (also known as Saint Peter or Simon Peter) was indeed a foundational leader of the early Christian Church and contributed greatly to the burgeoning religion.
Peter was a fisherman who became a beloved disciple of Jesus. He was one of the elite Twelve Apostles and is traditionally named first in lists of the Twelve. He is recorded in Biblical texts as being present during many crucial junctures in the life of Jesus, including his walking on water, resurrection and transfiguration.
Peter was the first Bishop of Antioch, an ancient city near modern day Antakya, Turkey. There he preached to the city's large Jewish population and found many converts. He then relocated to Rome where he famously bested the Gnostic leader Simon Magus and held the Sacerdotal Chair for 25 years. According to Christian tradition, Peter was martyred by crucifixion.
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus tells Peter that he will give him the "keys to the kingdom of heaven". This role as "keeper of the keys to heaven" led to the popular image of Saint Peter as a gatekeeper guarding the "pearly gates" of heaven. He is typically depicted in art as an old, bearded man holding keys.
In the 4th Century CE Emperor Constantine I erected an enormous temple in Rome to honor Saint Peter, known as Saint Peter's Basilica. It was built upon the location believed by the Christians of Rome to be the final resting place of Apostle.
As a saint, Peter patronizes numerous occupations, including bakers, fisherman, bridge builders, butchers, harvesters, masons, cobblers, locksmiths, shipwrights and horologists (those involved in the study and measurement of time). He is also the divine protector of the Papacy, and is invoked for longevity and relief from fevers. He is associated with numerous locations, most notable Saint Petersburg, Russia, which was named for him by Czar Peter I.
This asteroid may grant constant, dedicated, dependable, resolute, firm, ardent and responsible characteristics You may become a fundamental part of the establishment of a new tradition or institution. They may also serve as a guardian, arbiter or key-holder. The professions associated with Saint Peter may be favored. The Judeo-Christian religious tradition may hold personal significance. A love of canine companionship may develop.
Moon Opposition Quintilla, Orb: 0 deg. 47 min.
Quintilla is an Italian female given name derived from the Latin quintus, meaning "five". Quintus is also the root of the word quintessence, meaning "the essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form". Quintessence, literally meaning "the fifth essence" originally referred to the fifth classical element, aether. According to ancient Greek philosophers, the elements (air, fire, earth, water and aether) are the simplest essential components out of which all things in the world are created. Aristotle was the first to add aether to this system. Aether was described as "pure essence", an invisible force pervading all things. It was also envisioned as the substance of which heavenly bodies are composed.
Ancient Chinese philosophers similarly perceived the world as consisting of five fundamental elements; earth, water, fire, wood and metal. Hindu thought also embraces the model of the five classical elements, known as tattvas (literally "principles" or "realities"). The five tattvas are identical to the five elements of the Greek philosophers. The doctrine of the classical elements influenced the alchemists of the Medieval era and thus indirectly modern chemistry.
As Aristotle identified the "fifth essence" as an omnipresent universal force, Greek Orthodox Christian mysticism identifies the number five with the Holy Spirit as the bearer of all life. The number five is also commonly identified with the human spirit, as illustrated by the iconic image of the man within the five-pointed star. The five appendages of the human body relate to the five points of the star. Human beings are also inexorably linked to the number five through the five fingers on each of our hands.
The Greek mystical philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras (570-495 BCE) described five as a union between heavenly forces (three) and terrestrial ones (two), or between masculine and feminine powers. The Greeks also associated five with Aphrodite, the goddess of love, beauty and sexuality.
Classical writers described the "five ages of man", or five distinct eras of human existence. The first age, known as the Golden Age, was an idyllic and halcyon time in which gods walked among mortals. In the Golden Age, according to Hesiod and others, people did not have to work to feed themselves, as the Earth provided their nourishment. They lived long lives and died peacefully, their spirits remaining as guardians of the living after death. During the Golden Age the primordial god Cronus (known to the Romans as Saturn) and his wife Rhea (the Roman Ops) were the divine rulers of the world. The second age of man was known as the Silver Age. It was introduced when the Olympian gods battled and triumphed over the Titans. Zeus (Jupiter) and Hera (Juno) reigned in this epoch. The people of this age refused to worship the gods and Zeus destroyed them for their disrespect. The Silver Age was followed by the Bronze Age, a warlike time in which people were constantly fighting. The people of this age killed themselves off through their incessant violence. The fourth age was known as the Heroic Age. It does not correspond to a metal, and was the only age which improved upon the one before it. In the Heroic Age, according to Hesiod, "men lived with noble demigods and heroes". The fifth age was known as the Iron Age, described as a harsh and brutal age to live in.
Like the Greeks, the ancient Mesoamericans believed themselves to be living in humanity's fifth incarnation. According to Aztec and Mayan beliefs, four previous epochs of mankind (called "Suns") preceded their own. At the advent of the fifth sun the beneficent god Quetzalcoatl, whose name means "Feathered Serpent", fashioned new humans out of the bones of the deceased denizens of the previous ages.
In India the number five is considered to be sacred to the god Shiva, the Great Destroyer, who is often portrayed with five faces. Shiva (whose name means "Auspicious One") is a common deity to all branches of Hinduism. Along with Brahma and Vishnu, he is among the Trimurti, or the trinity of gods embodying the universal forces of Creation, Preservation and Destruction. He is also the Supreme God of the Shaiva tradition. In the Smarta tradition, Shiva is one of the five primary forms of god. Known as the "Lord of the Dance", Shiva is commonly portrayed dancing gracefully and trampling upon Maya, the spirit of ignorance. He is also the father of the beneficent elephant-headed god Ganesha, the "Remover of Obstacles".
The number five is also valued in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The Torah (Judaism's holy book and also the Old Testament of the Christian Bible) is comprised of five individual texts; Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy). The New Testament of the Christian Bible is made up of five foundational books; the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John and the book of Acts. In Christianity the number five also signifies the five wounds of Christ. Islam has five "pillars", or duties which each adherent to the faith must observe. These five pillars are the profession of faith, fasting during Ramadan, giving alms to the poor, making a pilgrimage to Mecca, and praying five times daily facing towards Mecca.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the number five and its symbolic connotations.
Moon Opposition Ricarda, Orb: 0 deg. 47 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of German humanist writer and poet Ricarda Huch (1864-1947). Huch was born in the north central German town of Braunschweig, the daughter of a merchant. In 1891 she became one of the first women to attain a doctorate degree from the University of Zurich. Huch attended school in Switzerland because German universities were not yet accepting female students. At the University of Zurich she studied history, philosophy and philology. After graduation she worked as a librarian and a teacher of history and German language. She published poems under the male pseudonym Richard Hugo. She also published work under the alias R. Ich Carda.
In 1898 Huch moved to Vienna where she married Italian dentist Ermanno Ceconi. She moved with Ceconi to his native country and had one daughter with him. They divorced in 1906. Huch later married her cousin Richard Huch.
Huch became the first female member of the Prussian Academy of the Arts. She spoke out against Hitler early in his career and wrote favorably of the men who attempted to assassinate him.
The name Ricarda is the feminine form of Richard. Richard is comprised of the Germanic ric, meaning "ruler, king, leader" and hard, meaning "strong, hard, brave". It is often translated as "powerful leader". Ricarda Huch, a trailblazer for women in academia as well as opponents of the Third Reich, certainly embodied this name's meaning.
This asteroid may grant an inclination towards the study of history, language, philosophy and culture. Literary and poetic talents may develop. Professions involving education and information may be favored. A strong political stance against tyranny may be assumed You may also challenge their society's assumptions about gender.
Moon Opposition Roswitha, Orb: 0 deg. 43 min.
This asteroid was named for Hrotsvitha (Roswitha) of Gandersheim, a 10th Century German poet and playwright. Hrotsvitha was a Benedictine nun who lived and worked in the town of Bad Gandersheim, in the central German region of Lower Saxony. She is currently considered to be the first German woman to compose literary texts. She may also have been the first person in the West after antiquity to compose dramatic works.
Hrotsvitha wrote in Latin. Her works display a knowledge of Classical and Early Christian poetry, theology and philosophy. Her plays also draw from the apocryphal gospels of the New Testament.
In 1493 Hrotsvitha's long lost texts were discovered by German Renaissance humanist poet Conrad Celtes (1459-1508).
The name Hrotsvitha is composed of the Germanic elements hrod, meaning "fame" and swinth, meaning "strength". It may be translated as "Famous Strength".
This asteroid may bestow mental fortitude and a talent for literary composition You may also challenge their society's assumptions about gender. Fame may be achieved through one's work.
Moon Opposition Washingtonia, Orb: 0 deg. 43 min.
This asteroid was named for George Washington (1732-1799), the first President of the United States of America.
George Washington was born in the Virginia Colony. He was the son of a planter named Augustine Washington and his second wife, Mary Ball Washington. His great-grandfather John Washington immigrated to the Virginia Colony from England in 1657. As a young man, Washington worked as a surveyor.
In 1759 Washington married Martha Dandridge Custis, a widow with two children. They had no children together. Washington may have been left sterile from an earlier bout of smallpox, followed by tuberculosis.
In 1775 the Continental Congress appointed him as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. The next year he led American forces to drive the British out of Boston. His leadership eventually led to victory in the American Revolutionary War, which ended in 1783.
In 1787 Washington presided over the Philadelphia Convention, which drafted the United States Constitution. From 1789 until 1797 he served as President, establishing many of the customs of the executive branch of the newly formed American government. In 1793 he issued the Proclamation of Neutrality, which declared the United States neutral in the ongoing conflict between Great Britain and France.
Washington stepped down from office in 1797, being succeeded by his Vice President John Adams. He retired to his Virginian estate, Mount Vernon, where he devoted himself to farming. He died two years later of pneumonia.
George Washington suffered from dental problems throughout his life. This may have been due to his use of mercury oxide, which was prescribed to treat smallpox at the time. By the time be became President, only one of his original teeth remained. He was fashioned a custom set of dentures made of hippopotamus ivory and other human teeth. His condition gave him a considerable amount of pain, for which he took laudanum (a tincture of opium).
This asteroid may grant special importance to the life of George Washington, and to early history of the United States of America You may serve as a military and/or political leader. Involvement in revolutionary actions and the establishment of new governments is possible.
MercuryHow You Process Information and Communicate
Mercury Conjunct Begonia, Orb: 0 deg. 40 min.
Begonia is a genus of flowering plants. The genus was named in honor of Michel Begon (1638-1710), former governor of the French colony of Haiti (now the Republic of Haiti). Begon was a passionate plant collector and admirer.
There are over 1500 species of begonias. They are known for their thick, waxy leaves and bright flowers. Begonias thrive in the tropical and sub-tropical climates of South and Central America, Africa and Asia.
In the Victorian "language of flowers", adding begonias to a bouquet warned the recipient to "beware".
This asteroid may grant an interest in botany and the cultivation of plants. Members of the begonia genus may hold personal significance, as may the nation of Haiti. A warning of danger may also be indicated.
Mercury Conjunct Clara, Orb: 0 deg. 33 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the discoverer's housekeeper. The name Clara is a form of Clair, which is derived from the Latin word clarus, meaning "clear, bright, distinct". Clarus is also the root of the English words clear and clarity.
This asteroid may give a talent for domestic work. It may also bestow a sense of mental and emotional clarity. A love of simplicity and cleanliness may manifest.
Mercury Conjunct Cohnia, Orb: 0 deg. 52 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of German astronomer Fritz Cohn. Fritz Cohn's father died early in his life. He devoted himself to astronomical research and teaching.
The name Cohn is a form of the Jewish surname Cohen, meaning "a Priest".
This asteroid may give an inclination towards scientific and/or religious studies.
Mercury Conjunct Helga, Orb: 0 deg. 10 min.
The female name Helga, popular in Scandinavia, Germany and Hungary, is derived from the Old Norse heilagr, meaning "sacred" or "holy". It is cognate with the Russian name Olga. Saint Helga (or Olga) was the ruler of the proto-Russian nation of Kievan Rus from 945 until 963 CE. She married the future Igor of Kiev around 903. Her rule began when her husband died at the hands of the Drevlyans, a tribe of Eastern Slavs. Olga spent the first part of her reign avenging Igor's death. She waged war mercilessly on the Drevlyans, burning many of them alive. She was the first Russian ruler to convert to Christianity.
This asteroid may draw attention to religious themes. Revenge for the death of a loved one may also be sought.
Mercury Conjunct Hypnos, Orb: 0 deg. 32 min.
In the ancient Greek religion, Hypnos was the god of Sleep. He was the son of Nyx, the goddess of the Night, and the twin brother of Thanatos, the god of Death. This god's abode was described as a chthonic cave of eternal darkness. Poppies and other sleep-inducing plants grew at the cave's entrance. The Underworld river of Lethe, whose waters caused recently deceased mortals to forget their lives, ran through the dwelling place of Hypnos.
Hypnos was either the father or the brother of the three deities known as the Oneiroi, or the "Gods of Dreams". The most powerful among this trinity was Morpheus, whose name means "He who forms, shapes or molds". Morpheus is the lord of the land of dreams and may appear to anyone there in any form he chooses. His brother Phobetor, or "Frightener", rules nightmares and appears in monstrous form. Phobetor is also known as Icolus, meaning "Semblance". The third of the Oneiroi, Phantasos, appears in dreams as an inanimate object. His name means "Apparition".
This asteroid may grant a rich dream life and consign much personal importance to sleep, death and nocturnal activities.
Mercury Conjunct Icarus, Orb: 0 deg. 52 min.
In Greek mythology, Icarus was the son of Daedalus. Daedalus, whose name means "Cunning Worker", was an exceptionally skilled architect and craftsman. He is credited with designing the Labyrinth of King Minos on the island of Crete, a maze-like structure which housed the monstrous Minotaur. Despite Daedalus' unsurpassed level of expertise, he intensely feared competition. At his sister's request, his nephew (whose name varies) was placed under his tutelage. This nephew soon showed signs of mechanical and inventive genius. In a fit of paranoid envy, Daedalus pushed the young man off a cliff. The goddess Athena, patroness of craftsmen, favored the young innovator and transformed him into a partridge.
When the crime was discovered, Daedalus and Icarus were imprisoned in a high tower. There Daedalus set to work designing mechanical wings upon which he and Icarus would escape their captivity. He built wing-shaped frames out of wood, to which he affixed feathers using wax. When the two men prepared to fly from the tower window, Daedalus warned Icarus not to fly too close to the Sun, or the wax would melt and the wings would fall apart. In his youthful defiance, Icarus ignored his father's warning and flew as high as he could. His wings melted and he crashed to his death, much to Daedalus' despair.
In the Romantic movement of the 18th Century, Daedalus came to represent the archetype of the classic artist, a mature and patient craftsman, while Icarus symbolized the new romantic artist, a passionate and rebellious visionary whose desire to reach new creative heights may destroy him.
This asteroid may confer rash, reckless, idealistic and inquisitive qualities You may enthusiastically pursue lofty goals or engage in perilous adventures.
Mercury Conjunct Libya, Orb: 0 deg. 36 min.
This asteroid, discovered in 1930 in Johannesburg, South Africa, is named for the northern African nation of Libya. Libya is bordered by the Mediterranean sea to the north, Egypt to the east, Sudan to the southeast, Chad and Niger to the south, and Algeria and Tunisia to the west. It is the fourth largest nation in Africa and the seventeenth largest in the world by land mass, although 90% of the country is covered in the harshest and most arid desert on Earth. The coastal region of Libya has been inhabited since at least 8,000 BCE. In antiquity the Greeks referred to all of Northern Africa west of Egypt as Libues, a term later Latinized as Libya.
Like other Mediterranean lands, Libya has undergone many cultural and political transformations. It has been populated by Berbers, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Vandals, Ottoman Turks and Arabs. Since 1969 Libya has been under the control of Muammar al-Gaddafi, a dictator who currently boasts the longest reign of any world leader.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the unique nation of Libya and its vibrant history.
Mercury Conjunct Thyra, Orb: 0 deg. 15 min.
This asteroid was named for Danish queen Thyra Danebod. Thyra's parentage is unknown. She may have been the daughter of King Aethelred of Wessex. She married Gorm the Old (also known as Gorm the Sleepy), who ruled Denmark from about 900 until 940 CE.
Thyra was known as a prudent and competent Queen. According to Saxo Grammaticus she oversaw the construction of the Danevirke, a system of fortifications protecting Denmark from the Germans. She may also have led Danish forces into battle.
Thyra was also known as a skilled interpreter of her husband's dreams.
Her son Harald "Bluetooth" Gormsson succeeded his father as King of Denmark. Harald unified Denmark, Sweden and Norway under his rule. This king gave his epithet to Bluetooth, an open wireless protocol for data exchange which allows for the connection of several different types of devices. This technology was so named because as Harald Bluetooth connected the disparate Scandinavian tribes, it connects various communication devices. The Bluetooth logo is a composite of the Germanic runes Hagall (H) and Berkanan (B).
The name Thyra is a variation of Thora, the feminine form of Thor, the Norse and Germanic god of thunderstorms and war. Thor is portrayed as a courageous protector of the gods who wields a divine battle hammer called Mjollnir. He is celebrated for his formidable strength.
Thor is the son of Odin, the supreme god, and Jord, the Earth. His wife, the goddess Sif, was known for her beautiful golden hair. With Sif Thor had one daughter, Thrud, whose name means "Strength". With his mistress Jarnsaxa ("Iron Knife"), Thor had two sons named Modi ("Anger") and Magni ("Might"). Thor is said to live with his family in Asgard, the realm of the gods. His hall, known as Bilskirnir (or "Lightning crack"), is a sumptuous structure containing 540 rooms.
Thor is described as traveling in a chariot drawn by two enchanted goats named Tanngrisnir ("Snarler") and Tanngnjostr ("Teeth Gnasher"), whom he slays, cooks, eats and then resurrects from their bones each night.
Thor's name is etymologically connected to the Proto Germanic thunraz, which is the origin of the word thunder. He also gave his name to Thursday (Thor's Day). In the Roman world, Thursday was the day of Jupiter. Scholars such as Saxo Grammaticus, Aelfric of Eynsham and Snorri Sturlson equated Thor with Jupiter. The Celtic god Taranis, who was also portrayed as a bearded warrior wielding a hammer, may have also been analogous to Thor.
Thor's Oak was the name of an mighty tree sacred to this god which grew near what is now the town of Fritzberg in the German region of Hesse. It was venerated by the Chatti, a Germanic tribe native to the area. In 732 CE Saint Boniface had the Thor's Oak chopped down as a part of his campaign to Christianize the region.
In the 11th Century CE, Adam of Bremen attested to the worship of Thor at the Temple of Uppsala in Sweden.
Due to Thor's popularity throughout northern Europe, many given names and surnames (both male and female), as well as place names, are derived from his. Some examples are the Finnish Tovald, the Scottish Thorburn, and the English Dustin.
This asteroid may give a propensity towards leadership You may seek to defend their nation or group from invasion or harm. Vital, tenacious, unyielding, aggressive, courageous, hardy, stalwart and forceful attributes are possible. Thunderstorms may hold personal significance, as may the traditional cultures of Scandinavia and northern Europe (particularly Denmark). A talent for dream interpretation may manifest.
Mercury Opposition Burdigala, Orb: 0 deg. 39 min.
Burdigala is the Latin name for Bordeaux, a city on the Garonne River in southwestern France. Bordeaux is the capital of the Aquitaine region. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of Neanderthals inhabiting this area between 20 and 30 thousand years ago. Around 300 BCE a Celtic tribe known as the Bituriges Vivisci settled in what was to become Bordeaux. In 60 BCE it was acquired by Rome, later becoming the capital of Roman Aquitaine. Bordeaux has about 287,000 acres of vineyards and is known for its production of high quality wines.
This asteroid may emphasize the significance of this geographic region.
Mercury Opposition Centesima, Orb: 0 deg. 53 min.
Centesima means "the Hundredth" in Latin. This was the hundredth asteroid found by its discoverer, German astronomer Max Wolf (1863-1932).
Its influence may ascribe personal significance to the number one hundred.
Mercury Opposition Hela, Orb: 0 deg. 51 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Hel, an Old Norse goddess who presided over an afterlife realm of the same name. The realm of Hel was located in the greater dimension of Niflheim, meaning "Mist World" or "Mist Home". The Old Norse nifl is cognate with the Old English nifol, meaning "dark", and the Germanic and Latin root nebel, meaning "fog". Hel, the province of the dead, was sometimes said to lie beneath one of the three roots of Yggdrasil, the World Tree. The spirits of those who died of old age or sickness came to rest in the halls of Hel. Hel herself was the daughter of the trickster god Loki. She was described as being half black and half flesh colored, and quite fierce and solemn in appearance. She lived in an extravagant mansion with many servants, and carried a dish called "Hunger" and a knife called "Famine". She was often depicted holding a sceptre to denote her queenly rank. German mythologist Jacob Grimm connected Hel to the ferocious Hindu death deity Mahakali, "the Great Black Goddess". Grimm also suspected that Helhest, a three-legged horse described in Danish folklore as roaming the countryside spreading pestilence and disease, was originally the mount of Hel, upon which she rode when out collecting dead souls.
The name Hel comes from the Proto-Germanic khalija, meaning "one who hides something" or "one who is hidden". Khalija is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root kel, meaning "to conceal". The Judeo-Christian concept of an afterlife realm in which the souls of evil people are eternally punished was originally known in that tradition as Gehenna. When Christian texts were translated into Northern European languages the word Gehenna was transcribed as Hell. This was not, however, an exact translation, as the Old Norse realm of Hel was not a prison for sinners, but a refuge for those who died of old age or sickness. Warriors who died in battle went to the prestigious halls of Valhalla in Odin's realm of Asgard or to the goddess Freya's halls at Folkvagr. Other destinations of the dead were also attested to in Norse myth.
This asteroid may draw attention to themes of death and the afterlife.
Mercury Opposition Ireland, Orb: 0 deg. 19 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Australian meteoriticist Trevor R. Ireland.
Ireland, the twentieth largest island in the world, lies directly west of the island of Great Britain. It has been inhabited since at least 8,000 BCE. Celtic tribes came to the island around 200 BCE. The Romans called this land Hibernia. English domination of Ireland began around the 15th Century CE. Today the majority of the island is an independent nation, with Northern Ireland still under British rule. English has been the main language there since the 19th Century.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the nation of Ireland, its culture and its history.
Mercury Opposition Irmintraud, Orb: 0 deg. 36 min.
The female name Irmintraud is derived from the Germanic irmin, meaning "world", and traud, meaning "strong".
This asteroid may confer an outgoing, forceful, energetic, robust and resilient character. A keen awareness of the greater world of which one is a part may develop.
Mercury Opposition Mesopotamia, Orb: 0 deg. 08 min.
Mesopotamia, or "the Land Between the Rivers", is the geographic area between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Most of the region lies in modern Iraq, although it encompasses parts of Syria and Turkey as well.
Mesopotamia is often referred to as the "Cradle of Civilization". This land produced the mighty Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, Hittite, Assyrian and Persian Empires.
Thousands of years of continuous cultural advancement have imbued this region with a rich and detailed history. Human habitation of the region dates back to the Neolithic age, around 7000 BCE. The earliest agricultural settlements in the area were established around 6000 BCE. The historical period of Mesopotamia begins in the Bronze age with the Early dynastic Sumerian city-states, arising around 2900 BCE. These city-states, supported by year-round farming and advances in food storage, produced some of the earliest known examples of written language. The Sumerians referred to their country as the "Land of the Lords of Brightness". They worshipped a complex pantheon of gods, including the Sky god An, the Earth goddess Ki, the Venusian Inanna, and Enki, the great civilizer of humanity. The Sumerians also developed arithmetic, geometry, a lunisolar calendar, metallurgy, and many other systems and crafts.
In the 24th and 23rd Centuries BCE Sumer was conquered by Sargon of Akkad, thus beginning Akkadian control of the region. The Akkadians spoke a Semetic language related to modern Hebrew. The art their civilization produced bears a keen resemblance to that of the ancient Egyptians. After the fall of the Akkadian rulers there was a period of chaos and political upheaval followed by a return to Sumerian culture. This second wave of Sumerian influence is known as the "Neo-Sumerian Period" or the "Sumerian Renaissance". It lasted from approximately 2119 until 2004 BCE.
From the 20th until the 18th Century BCE Mesopotamia was ruled by the Assyrians, with their capital at Assur. This was a war-like time, when most of the art depicted battle scenes and the conquests of the Assyrian kings. The Assyrian period was followed by the rise of the First Babylonian dynasty. In the subsequent centuries, Assyrian, Hittite and Babylonian cultural currents successively resurged.
The era of Classical antiquity began in the region around the 6th Century CE, with the rise of the Persian Empire. During this time Aramaic replaced Akkadian as the most commonly spoken language. Art, architecture, science and trade flourished.
In the early 4th Century BCE Macedonian conqueror Alexander the Great invaded and overthrew the Persian rulers, installing a Greek-speaking Macedonian elite as the noble class. During this time period, known as the Seleucid Empire, Greek culture infused every aspect of Mesopotamian life. The Seleucid Empire lasted until 63 BCE.
The Parthian Empire conquered many of the territories once held by the Seleucids. The Parthians, an Iranian tribe who incorporated Greek customs, maintained much control in the region from the 1st Century BCE until the 1st Century CE.
In 116 CE Roman Emperor Trajan conquered Mesopotamia. During this time the Latin title of Mesopotamia was first ascribed to this land. Roman rule was short-lived, giving way to the Sassanid Empire in 224 CE. The Sassanid Empire was the last pre-Islamic Persian Empire. The Sassanids engaged in international trade and raised the decorative arts to a new level of sublimity. Many religions coexisted in the Sassanid world, including Zorastrianism, Judaism, Christianity and Buddhism.
In 651 CE the Islamic conquest of Persia ensued. The modern nation of Iraq, which encompasses much of Mesopotamia, has existed in its present form since it attained independence from the Islamic Ottoman Empire in 1919.
Throughout the millennia art, astronomy, mathematics, science, religion, philosophy and technology have been significantly advanced by the inhabitants of Mesopotamia.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to this powerful and unique land and its cultural legacy.
Mercury Opposition Thomas, Orb: 0 deg. 46 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of American astronomer Norman G. Thomas, a research assistant at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. Thomas discovered 55 asteroids.
The name Thomas is of Biblical origin, being derived from the Aramaic word for twin. In the Gospel of John, Thomas the Apostle (also known as Saint Thomas, Doubting Thomas or Didymus) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. He is best known for displaying disbelief in the miraculous resurrection of Jesus, demanding to touch his wounds before being convinced. After seeing Jesus alive, Thomas professed his faith in him, exclaiming "My Lord and God!". This story is the origin of the term Doubting Thomas, which refers to a person requiring direct and tangible evidence to believe extraordinary claims.
Thomas is also mentioned as speaking at the Last Supper. He was a builder by profession. He is thought to have been the only Apostle to conduct evangelical missions outside of the Roman Empire, traveling to Persia and India. He is particularly associated with Christianity in southern India.
The Gospel of Thomas, an early Christian document written in Coptic around 100 CE, which was discovered in 1945 in Nag Hammadi, Egypt, is credited to Thomas the Apostle. It contains 114 sayings attributed to Jesus.
Thomas is revered as a saint in the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox and Anglican Churches. His feast day is July 3rd. He is the patron saint of India and architects. He is typically depicted in the act of touching the wounds of the resurrected Jesus.
This asteroid may give skeptical tendencies You may witness astonishing events, or convert to a new religion. Architecture and construction may be favored pursuits. The land of India may also hold much personal significance.
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Venus Conjunct Anna, Orb: 0 deg. 30 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the daughter of Austrian astronomer Edmund Weiss (1837-1917).
The name Anna is most commonly thought to originate with the Hebrew Hannah, meaning "Favor" or "Grace (of God)". According to Christian tradition, Saint Anne was the mother of the Virgin Mary. She is the patron saint of women in labor, housewives, grandmothers, miners and cabinetmakers.
Anna Perenna was also the name of a Roman goddess associated with the cycle of the year. It is from her name that the words annual and perennial are derived.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to themes relating to divine favor and annual cycles. Parenthood may be favored, as may the occupations traditionally associated with Saint Anne.
Venus Conjunct Ella, Orb: 0 deg. 24 min.
The origin of the name Ella is unclear. In Hebrew it means "Goddess" (and also "pistachio tree"). Similarly, it may be derived from the French Elle, meaning simply "She". It may also arise from a Germanic root meaning "All".
This asteroid may draw attention to womanhood and the concept of the divine feminine.
Venus Conjunct Eunomia, Orb: 0 deg. 59 min.
In ancient Greece, Eunomia (whose name means "Good Order") was the spirit of social harmony and organization. She was the daughter of Zeus and Themis. Themis, whose name means "that which is put in place", was the goddess of natural order. Eunomia is often portrayed attending her father and in the company of her sisters Dike, "Moral Justice", and Eirene, "Peace".
This asteroid may draw attention to moral, legal and judicial matters. An ethical, clear-minded and organized character may develop. There may be an inclination to act as an advisor, counselor, mediator or upholder of the law.
Venus Conjunct Fanny, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
The name Fanny is derived from Frances, a feminine form of Francis. Frances and Francis come from the Latin Francia, meaning "Land of the Franks", the etymological origin of the name of the nation of France.
The Franks (or Frankish people) were a West Germanic tribal confederation first attested to in the Third Century CE. The title Frank itself is often translated as "fierce one", being related to the Old English franca, meaning "javelin". The word Frank in the Old Germanic language may have also implied freedom as opposed to slavery.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to the country of France, its people, its culture and its history.
Venus Conjunct George, Orb: 0 deg. 32 min.
George is a popular male name which is derived from the Greek Georgios, meaning "Farmer" or literally "Earth Worker", being a compound of ge, "earth" and ergon, "work".
This asteroid may give an inclination towards rural and agricultural pursuits.
Venus Conjunct Jacqueline, Orb: 0 deg. 23 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Jacqueline Zadoc-Kahn, a student of its discoverer Benjamin Jekhowsky (1881-1975).
The name Jacqueline is the feminine form of Jacques, which is the French variation of Jacob. Jacob is the Anglicized form of the Hebrew Ya'aqob, the name of an important Biblical patriarch. Ya'aqob translates to "heel-grabber", as the Biblical Jacob supposedly held fast to the heels of his twin brother Esau in their mother's womb.
Jacob fathered twelve sons and one daughter with his two wives and their two servants. In the story most commonly associated with him, Jacob has a visionary experience in which he sees a ladder or staircase descending from Heaven to Earth, with angels going up and down. He hears the voice of God, who blesses him. In another portion of his legend, Jacob wrestles with an angel of God, who is sometimes identified with the Archangel Michael. After arising victorious from this struggle, Jacob is renamed Israel, which later became the title of the Land of Israel and its people.
This asteroid may bestow a strong connection to that which one considers divine. Visionary and ecstatic religious experiences may occur You may establish an important family or long-lasting tradition. The relationship between teachers and students may also play an essential role in life.
Venus Conjunct Justitia, Orb: 0 deg. 54 min.
Justitia was the Roman goddess of Justice. She was typically depicted as a bare-chested woman holding measuring scales in one hand and a sword in the other, symbolizing judgment and consequences. Today she is known as Lady Justice and still presides over courtrooms. In her modern form she is portrayed with a blindfold over her eyes, an accoutrement of the Roman deity Fortuna, the goddess of Luck.
Justitia's Greek equivalent was the goddess Themis, whose name means "Natural Order" or "That which is Put in Place". Themis was the mother of Astraea, the "Star Maiden", a pure and innocent divinity associated with the constellation Virgo. Virgo's neighboring asterism Libra, the Scales, is representative of the Scales of Justice held by Themis. Themis also gave birth to the Moirae, or "the Fates", a trinity of goddesses responsible for spinning, allotting and cutting the thread of life for each individual human. The Moirae's sisters, the Horae ("the Hours"), controlled orderly life. These daughters of Themis were named Dike, "Justice", Eunomia, "Good Order", and Eirene, "Peace".
This asteroid may give weight to concepts of justice, law, order, morality and retribution. Involvement in judicial or legal endeavors is likely. A fair, rational, shrewd and sagacious nature may manifest.
Venus Conjunct Pandora, Orb: 0 deg. 04 min.
In Greek mythology, Pandora was a mortal woman created by the Olympian Gods and sent to Earth to punish mankind for accepting Prometheus' gift of fire. Pandora's name translates to either "All Giving" or "All Gifted". Both meanings are applicable, as Pandora both received many gifts from the gods and bestowed many "gifts" upon humanity.
At Zeus' request she was formed out of the soil by Hephaestus, the craftsman god. Aphrodite gave her beauty and charm, and Athena taught her needlework and weaving. Hermes gave her the power of speech and endowed her with wit and craftiness. The gods also gave her a jar, which she was told never to open, along with an insatiable sense of curiosity.
Pandora was given in marriage to Epimetheus, wise Prometheus' foolish brother. Prometheus had warned Epimetheus to accept no gifts from Zeus, but his advice was not heeded. Once settled upon the Earth, Pandora opened the mysterious jar which she held. It contained a myriad of pains, diseases and troubles previously unknown to mortals. The only item not to escape the jar was hope.
This asteroid may give a charming, talented, intelligent, well-spoken and inquisitive nature You may unwittingly create severe problems for others through their curiosity. The giving and receiving of gifts (some of which may be curses in disguise) may become an important facet of life.
Venus Conjunct Stellaris, Orb: 0 deg. 24 min.
This asteroid was named for a wading bird in the heron family known as the Eurasian Bittern or the Great Bittern (Botaurus stellaris). The Latin word stellaris means "starry". This bird was so named because of the bespeckled appearance of its plumage.
The Great Bittern is native to Europe and Asia. It is usually solitary and makes its home in marshlands where it hunts for fish, frogs, insects and small mammals. The Bittern is known to freeze in an upright position with its beak towards the sky when threatened.
This asteroid may give an interest in celestial matters. Bitterns and other wading birds may hold personal significance. The tendency to freeze up in the face of danger may arise.
Venus Conjunct Tyche, Orb: 0 deg. 22 min.
Tyche is the ancient Greek goddess of fate, fortune and luck. She was a popular deity during the Hellenistic period, being associated with the wellbeing and prosperity of cities. She was typically portrayed wearing a mural crown (a crown resembling the walls of a city) and holding a cornucopia. She was accompanied by Agathodaemon, whose name means "Good Spirit", the spirit of good luck and health. Tyche was also associated with Nemesis, the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance.
Tyche was worshipped throughout the ancient world. Her premier temple, the Tychaeon in Alexandria, Egypt, was described by the Greek philosopher Libanius (314-394) as one of the world's most magnificent sanctuaries. Prominent shrines were also maintained in her honor at Antioch and in Itanos, Crete, where she was known as Tyche Protogeneia, or "Tyche, the First Born".
In the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara (an ancient kingdom in what is now northern Pakistan), Tyche was conflated with Asian goddess Hariti, a divine protectress of children.
Tyche's Roman equivalent was the goddess Fortuna, who gave her name to fortune. The name Fortuna may have been derived from the earlier Etruscan Vortumna, meaning "She who revolves the Year". Often portrayed within a wheel, Fortuna was perceived as governing the human life cycle as well as other natural cycles, such as the annual turning of the seasons. She was also commonly shown wearing a blindfold, a symbol of her capricious and indiscriminating nature.
Throughout the Roman world a multitude of shrines addressed the many aspects of Fortuna. As Fortuna Muliebris she was solely concerned with the luck of women. At an oracle dedicated to Fortuna Muliebris, the future was divined by a young boy who selected oak rods inscribed with possible future events. As Fortuna Populi Romani, this goddess embodied the collective fate of the entire Roman people, whereas Fortuna Privata ruled the destiny of each individual separately. Fortuna Virilis was in charge of the fate of a man's career, as Fortuna Primigenia governed the destiny of a family's firstborn child. In the late days of the Roman Empire this goddess was synchronized with the Egyptian Isis to form Isis-Fortuna. She was also closely associated with the worship of Eventus Bonus, an agricultural and commercial deity involved with granting good harvests and profits.
This asteroid may draw attention to the ideas of luck, probability, fate and fortune. Advantageous circumstances may be enjoyed by chance.
Cyclical patterns may become a matter of personal relevancy.
Venus Opposition Bella, Orb: 0 deg. 05 min.
Bella is an Italian name meaning "Beautiful".
This asteroid may grant great beauty, charm and allure.
Venus Opposition Bruchsalia, Orb: 0 deg. 44 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the southwestern German city of Bruchsal. Bruchsal is the largest city in the region of Karlsruh. Archaeological evidence suggests that the area has been inhabited by humans since Neolithic times. The first official record of Bruchsal's existence appeared in 976 CE, when the King traveled through it. Today Bruchsal is known as Europe's most abundant producer of asparagus.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this geographic location.
Venus Opposition Coppernicus, Orb: 0 deg. 50 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), the first astronomer to formulate a comprehensive heliocentric cosmology. The publication of his work On the Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres is considered to be the beginning of modern astronomy. In addition to his groundbreaking astronomical studies, Copernicus involved himself with mathematics, diplomacy, military strategy, linguistics, economics, art and medicine among other pursuits.
This asteroid may grant the inclination towards making significant scientific discoveries. Excellence may be achieved in a multitude of fields.
Venus Opposition Glauke, Orb: 0 deg. 15 min.
In Greek mythology, Glauke (or Glauce) was the daughter of Creon, the King of Corinth. She is also known as Creusa, a name simply meaning "Princess". The name Glauke itself may be related to the Greek glaucus or glaux, meaning "Owl".
Glauke was engaged to marry Jason, the hero of the Golden Fleece cycle. Their marriage was meant to cement a political alliance. When the sorceress Medea, Jason's lover, learned that he was marrying someone else she sent a cursed dress to Glauke as a wedding present. When Glauke put on the insidious garment it burnt her alive. Creon also burned to death while trying to save his daughter.
This asteroid may give a tendency towards unwittingly incurring the envy of others. Fire may present a danger. Owls may also hold personal importance.
Venus Opposition Iris, Orb: 0 deg. 09 min.
In Greek mythology, Iris was the winged messenger of the gods. She traveled on rainbows from the heavens to Earth, facilitating communication between the divine and mortal realms. Like the god Hermes (another such emissary), Iris carried a caduceus, a herald's staff bearing wings and entwined with serpents. She also bore a pitcher containing water from the River Styx. This river formed the boundary between the land of the living and the Underworld. Iris used its water to force sleep upon those who knowingly swore false oaths.
Allied with the sea and sky, Iris was the daughter of the marine god Thaumas, whose name means "Wonder". She was sometimes portrayed bringing fresh water from the ocean to the clouds. Her mother was the ocean dwelling nymph Electra, whose name means "Amber". Iris was a sibling of the Harpies, or "Snatchers", a sisterhood of hideous bird-women known for stealing food from the hungry. Her consort was Zephyrus, the spirit of the West Wind. With him she had one son, Pothos, who joined the entourage of lovely Aphrodite.
Epithets of this messenger goddess included Chrysopteron, or "Golden Winged", and Podas okea, or "Swift Footed". The English word iridescence, a quality of her beloved rainbow, is derived from her name.
The asteroid Iris is the fourth brightest object in the asteroid belt.
Its influence may bestow the tendency to foment communication and mutual understanding You may serve as a courier, an informant, a diplomat or an intermediary. Boundaries not often transversed by others may be routinely crossed. A swift, adaptable, transient and mercurial nature may develop. Atmospheric conditions may play an important role in life.
Venus Opposition Naema, Orb: 0 deg. 19 min.
The female given name Naema a form of the Hebrew Naamah, meaning "pleasant, delightful". Another rendition of this name is Naomi.
In the Hebrew Bible Naamah is the name of the Ammonite wife of King Solomon. She is the mother of Solomon's heir, Rehoboan.
This asteroid may bestow amiable, congenial, comforting and charming characteristics.
Venus Opposition Oaxaca, Orb: 0 deg. 05 min.
This asteroid was named for the Mexican state of Oaxaca, where it was discovered in 1999. This was the first numbered asteroid to be discovered in Mexico.
The Free and Sovereign State of Oaxaca is one of the 31 states of Mexico. It is located in the southern part of the country, being bordered by Guerrero to the west, Puebla to the northwest, Veracruz to the north, Chiapas to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the south. Oaxaca is rough and mountainous in terrain, lying at the convergence of the Sierra Madre Oriental and the Sierra Madre del Sur mountain ranges.
Oaxaca is known for its production of beautiful handmade crafts, including ceramics, woodworking and weaving; as well as for its colorful and diverse cuisine. Important regional holidays include Dia de los Muertos ("the Day of the Dead") and Noche de los Rabanos ("Night of the Radishes"). The latter, which occurs on the evening of December 23rd, revolves around the intricate and ingenious carving of radishes into scenes and figures relating to Christmas.
Oaxaca is the historical home of the Zapotec and Mixtec peoples. It is home to Mexico's largest population of speakers of indigenous languages.
Oaxaca is also celebrated as the birthplace of Benito Juarez, who served as the President of Mexico from 1858 until 1872. A much-beloved national figure, Juarez was the first indigenous national to lead Mexico. He was also the first Mexican leader without a military background. Juarez' famous statement "Among individuals, as among nations, respect for the rights of others is peace" adorns Oaxaca's coat of arms.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the beautiful and unique land of Oaxaca, its history and its culture.
Venus Opposition Sicilia, Orb: 0 deg. 53 min.
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It lies to the southwest of the Italian peninsula. The island has a land area of around 25,708 square kilometers. Much of Sicily is mountainous and geothermal, the largest mountain ranges being the Madonie and the Nebrodi in the north of the island. Sicily's Mount Etna is the tallest active volcano in Europe.
Sicily has been inhabited by humans since at least 8,000 BCE, as evidenced by the archaic cave art found there. The city of Palermo, its capital, was founded by Phoenician settlers around 734 BCE. The ancient Greeks who resided there knew it as Panormus, meaning "All-Port". After the Hellenistic era, Sicily came under Roman, Byzantine and Arab rule. Since 1946 Sicily has been an autonomous region of the Italian Republic.
During the Roman era Sicily was considered to be sacred to Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, nourishment, growth and motherhood. The flag of Sicily still bears three ears of wheat in her honor. In one Roman tale, Ceres loved Sicily so much that she convinced her brother Jupiter to place it in the night sky as the constellation Triangulum, the Triangle, an asterism similar in shape to the island.
This island is known for its pleasant climate, beautiful art and architecture, rich cultural history and distinctive cuisine. Its economy is supported by commerce, shipbuilding, agriculture (particularly citrus orchards), service and tourism.
Notable residents of Sicily have included pre-Socratic philosopher Empedocles (490-430 BCE), geographer and cartographer Muhammad al-Idrisi (1100-1165 CE), 7th Century Pope Leo II, Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina (1430-1479), Baroque painter Pietro Novelli (1603-1647), adventurer and occultist Giuseppe Balsamo (also known as Alessandro Cagliostro, 1743-1795), opera composer Vincenzo Bellini (1801-1835) and Art Nouveau architect Ernesto Basile (1857-1932).
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the island of Sicily, its people, its history and its contributions to the world.
Venus Opposition Utopia, Orb: 0 deg. 41 min.
The term utopia, which came to mean "an ideal place" or "a perfect society", was coined by English lawyer, scholar and humanist Sir Thomas More (1478-1535) in his novel Utopia. This book described an island in the Atlantic Ocean which fostered a civilization with what More considered to be an indefectible social, political and legal system.
The word utopia is a composite of the Greek elements ou, meaning "not" and topos, meaning "place". It therefore literally translates to "not a place" or "nowhere". This meaning may indicate that More considered such a perfected society to be unattainable. The word utopia presently carries connotations of impossibly visionary idealism.
More's novel spawned the literary genre of utopian fiction, in which various authors describe their concepts of what a perfect world would look like. These realms vary depending on the cultural bias and personal taste of their creators. Conversely, many dystopian worlds have been fabricated. Dystopian scenarios often feature repressive and violent future societies.
On Thomas More's imaginary island, no private ownership existed. People ate meals in large communal halls and rotated houses every decade. Doors remained unlocked and people took what they needed from storehouses. Most people farmed, engaging in agricultural work for about six hours a day. Men and women wore the same simple clothing and did the same tasks. In addition to farming, citizens were expected to learn one of four primary trades; masonry, metalworking, weaving and carpentry. Criminals were forced to work as slaves and were bound in gold chains. Chamberpots were also made of gold, to demonstrate distain for the shiny metal. Premarital sex was considered a crime worthy of enslavement. Gambling, cosmetics, hunting and astrology were discouraged.
This work of fiction influenced the ideology of Communism, as well as the Christian religious sects of Anabaptism (predecessor of the Amish and Mennonite faiths) and Mormonism.
This asteroid may give weight to the concept of a perfect society or paradisiacal world. The urge to inhabit or create such a sublime place may develop.
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Mars Conjunct Arne, Orb: 0 deg. 20 min.
This asteroid was named for the son of Swedish astronomer Bror Ansgar Asplind.
The name Arne is derived from the Old Norse arni, meaning "Eagle". Eagles are symbolic of strength, courage, honor and pride. The word arne also refers to the central stone on the floor of a traditional Scandinavian dwelling upon which the hearth fire is lit.
This asteroid may grant inner stability and the inclination to become an essential or foundational component of ones community. Family, and father/son relationships in particular, may play an important role in life.
Mars Opposition Ada, Orb: 0 deg. 54 min.
This asteroid was named for Ada Helme, a friend and neighbor of its discoverer, American astronomer Raymond Smith Dugan (1878-1940).
There are two common origins of the name Ada. One is the Hebrew Adha, meaning "Ornament". The other is the Germanic Adalheidis, meaning "Nobility".
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to themes of friendship, decoration, aesthetics, beauty and social ascendancy. Neighbors may play an important role in life.
Mars Opposition Antarctica, Orb: 0 deg. 42 min.
The discoverer of this asteroid, Czech astronomer Antonin Mrkos (1918-1996), participated in the third Soviet Antarctic Expedition.
Antarctica is the world's southernmost continent as well as its coldest, driest, windiest and highest in elevation. This strange land has no permanent human population, although penguins, seals, whales, orcas and colossal squids have been known to make their home there. Antarctica is owned by no one country. There are several research stations on the continent, 98% of which is covered by a thick layer of ice.
This asteroid may give mysterious, solitary, hermit-like, cold and abrasive qualities. A love of extremes may manifest. Journeys to remote and desolate regions may be undertaken.
Mars Opposition Chimaera, Orb: 0 deg. 26 min.
Mount Chimaera was a geothermically active volcanic mountain in the ancient Anatolian region of Lycia (in modern day Turkey) which inspired the Greek legend of the monstrous Chimera. Ancient storytellers envisioned the Chimera as a hybrid beast; a fire-breathing lion with a snake for a tail and a goat's head emerging from the center of its back.
The Chimera was slain by the hero Bellerophon, riding the winged horse Pegasus. The hero and the horse hovered in the air just above the flames and lowered a block of lead on the end of a long pole into the monster's mouth, quenching the fire.
The word chimera later came to mean a foolish flight of fancy, possibly because of the creature's unlikely form. The adjective chimerical now refers to anything wildly fanciful or highly unrealistic. This association may also have arisen from the improbability of Bellerophon's victory.
This asteroid may give a propensity towards daydreams, imaginative adventures and fantastic visions. Creative solutions to difficult problems may be dreamt up. The region of ancient Lycia may also hold personal significance. Geothermal energy may play a role in life.
Mars Opposition Erda, Orb: 0 deg. 24 min.
In ancient Norse mythology, Erda (also Anglicized as Jord or Jorth) is the goddess of the Earth. In fact, the word Earth itself is derived from her name. Erda is described in Scandinavian literature as a goddess, and alternately as one of the jotnar, a primeval race of exceedingly strong giants. She gave birth to the mighty hammer-wielding thunder god Thor.
This asteroid may grant solidity and indomitable inner strength. Motherhood may play an important role in life. Themes relating to the Earth, the material world and nature may hold personal significance, as may the northern European region of Scandinavia.
Mars Opposition Harmonia, Orb: 0 deg. 05 min.
Harmonia is the ancient Greek goddess of agreement, understanding, peace and mutual compatibility. Her Roman equivalent was the goddess Concordia. The word harmony is derived from the Greek version of this goddess' name, as the word concord comes from her Roman title. Harmonia was closely associated with Aphrodite Pandemos, the Goddess of Love in her aspect as Community Unifier. She was also married to Cadmus, the mythical founder of Thebes. With Cadmus she produced Semele, the mother of the god Dionysus.
Harmonia/Concordia is often depicted in Classical art standing between two mortals as a symbol of their camaraderie. Her accoutrements include a cornucopia, or Horn of Plenty, a symbol of eternal abundance; and a patera, or shallow bowl used for pouring ritual libations of thanks. She is also frequently flanked by the figures of the minor goddesses Pax and Salus (Peace and Health). In 367 BCE Marcus Furius Camillus built a temple to this goddess on the Roman Forum. The imperial families of Rome particularly venerated Concordia Augusta, or "Concordia the Majestic".
This asteroid was discovered on March 31st, 1856. It was so named to celebrate the end of the Crimean War, a bloody three year conflict between the Russian Empire and a coalition of the British Empire, the Ottoman Empire, France and the Kingdom of Sardinia.
This asteroid may bestow the blessing of mutual understanding between people. Good health, prosperity, genuine friendship, happiness and peace may be easily attained You may bring rivalries to an end and/or aid in the process of reconciliation.
Mars Opposition Hecuba, Orb: 0 deg. 42 min.
In Greek mythology, Hecuba was the Queen of Troy at the time of the Trojan War. She was the daughter of the Phrygian King Dymas. She was married to King Priam of Troy and had 11 children with him, including Hector. Hector was the greatest among the Trojan warriors. He was defeated in battle by the Greek hero Achilles. Achilles also slew Trolius, Hecuba's son by the god Apollo. It was prophesized that Troy would not be defeated as long as Trolius lived to see his twentieth birthday, which he did not. In some legends, Hecuba is driven mad when she sees the dead bodies of her children Polydorus and Polyxena. In other tales, she is captured and enslaved by Odysseus after the war, but escapes by transforming into a dog.
This asteroid may bring family tragedy and defeat in political conflicts.
Mars Opposition Herakleitos, Orb: 0 deg. 59 min.
Heraclites (535-475 BCE) was a pre-Socratic philosopher from Ephesus, Ionia. Known for his melancholic and misanthropic character, he is referred to as "the Weeping Philosopher" and "the Obscure". Heraclites is often portrayed in art wearing dark clothes and wringing his hands in distress. His distain for other philosophers was famous. He was born into a wealthy family and considered himself to be self-taught. He died at the age of 60 of edema (formerly known as dropsy), an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body. The meaning of his adage "All things come to be in accordance with this Logos" is much debated.
Heraclites supported the concept of a perpetually changing Universe. He said, "You cannot step twice in the same river.". He also acknowledged the unity of opposites, stating "The path up and the path down are one and the same.".
This asteroid may give a contemplative and philosophical nature combined with arrogant and morose tendencies. A love of riddles and cryptic sayings may develop.
Mars Opposition Imhilde, Orb: 0 deg. 35 min.
The meaning of this asteroid's name is unknown.
Mars Opposition Ishtar, Orb: 0 deg. 42 min.
Ishtar was the Akkadian and Babylonian version of the Near Eastern Great Goddess known to the Sumerians as Inanna, the Semetic people as Astarte, the Hellenistic Greeks as Aphrodite and the Romans as Venus. In all of her cultural variations, this goddess was associated with love, beauty, fertility, sexuality and the planet Venus. Ishtar was referred to in ancient Babylon as "the courtesan of the gods". Her temples were centers of religious prostitution.
Ishtar was also identified with warfare and invoked for courage in battle. She was commonly symbolized by the ferocious lion. The eighth gate to the inner city of Babylon, commissioned in the year 575 BCE by King Nebuchadnezzar II, was dedicated to Ishtar. This architectural masterpiece was ornately decorated with mosaics depicting lions, bulls and dragons.
One of the most popular legends associated with Ishtar/Inanna concerns her descent into the Underworld to retrieve her lover Tammuz/Dumuzi from the clutches of her sister Ereshkigal, queen of the land below. At each of the seven gates of the Underworld, the goddess is made to remove one article of clothing. She arrives in the throne room of Ereshkigal naked. While Ishtar is in the Underworld, all sexual activity and fertility above ground ceases. She is allowed to return to the surface of the Earth with the aid of Papsukkal, the messenger god. This myth bears great similarities to the Greek legend of Persephone's descent into the Underworld. It may also have inspired the Dance of the Seven Veils performed by the Biblical Salome for King Herod.
This asteroid may bestow vitality and charm as well as an amorous nature. All social and romantic activities are favored. Great popularity may be attained. An aptitude for the creative arts is likely, and the individual may excel at cultivating beauty. Fierce and combative tendencies may also manifest You may also undergo dramatic psychological transformations. Gates and passageways (both physical and metaphorical) may play an essential role in life. The planet Venus may also hold great personal significance.
Mars Opposition Lacadiera, Orb: 0 deg. 30 min.
This asteroid was named for La Cadiere-d'Azur, a village on the southeastern coast of France.
It may ascribe personal importance to this geographic location, its history and its culture.
Mars Opposition Lyka, Orb: 0 deg. 29 min.
This asteroid was named for a friend of the sister of its discoverer, Russian astronomer Grigory Neujmin (1886-1946).
The name Lyka may be a feminine form of the Greek Lykos, meaning "Wolf". In Greco-Roman myth, wolves were associated with familial loyalty and kinship. In one tale a mother wolf becomes responsible for the care of the infant Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, and his twin brother Remus. In this cultural context the wolf was also thought to be an animal sacred to Mars, the god of War.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to relationships with one's sibling's friends. The social, cultural or family group with which one identifies may pay a pivotal role in life. Aggressive and bellicose attributes may manifest, and the individual may feel called to fiercely protect and defend their loved ones.
Mars Opposition Nike, Orb: 0 deg. 38 min.
In Greek mythology Nike, later known as Winged Victory, was the goddess of triumph. She was typically portrayed as a strong young woman with wings, often holding a victory wreath. According to her legend Nike was the daughter of the Titan Pallas and Styx, the spirit of river which separated the land of the living from the Underworld.
Other offspring of Pallas and Styx included Kratos, the god of strength; Bia, the goddess of force; and Zelus, the god of rivalry and zeal.
With her siblings Nike attended Zeus, the King of the Gods. During the war between the Titans and the Olympian gods, Nike drove Zeus' chariot. She was also closely associated with Zeus' daughter Athena, goddess of war, weaving and wisdom. In Roman times Nike was known as Victoria, from whose name the word victory is derived. Nike's name is also the root of the male name Nicholas, meaning "Victory of the People".
This asteroid may bestow an inclination towards victory and triumph over obstacles. Tremendous success may be achieved. Many glorious accomplishments may be enjoyed.
Mars Opposition Photographica, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
Photography is the process of creating pictures by recording radiation on a sensitive medium (such as photographic film or an electronic sensor). In this process, light reflected or emitted from objects activates a sensitive chemical or electronic sensor which records its patterns during a timed exposure, usually through the lens of a camera.
The term photography, literally meaning "drawing with light", was first ascribed to this process by Sir John Herschel (1792-1871). Herschel was an English inventor, chemist, mathematician, astronomer and father of twelve. In addition to naming photography, he titled seven of the moons of Saturn and four of the moons of Uranus. He also studied color blindness and ultraviolet radiation. His father, William Herschel, was the discoverer of Uranus.
The origins of photography, however, are much more ancient than Herschel. The Chinese philosopher Mo Ti first described the mechanism of a pinhole camera in the 5th Century BCE. Persian scientist Alhazen (965-1040 CE) experimented with an early camera obscura, the bulky predecessor of the modern camera. In the 13th Century Bavarian bishop and alchemist Albert Magnus developed silver nitrate, the precursor to the silver compounds utilized in chemical photography.
Chemical photography blossomed into a practical process in the 1820s. In 1822 French inventor Nicephore Niepce created the first known permanent photographic etching. Niepce used a polished pewter plate covered with a petroleum derivative called bitumen of Judea. This first creation was destroyed in an attempt to recreate it. Niepce finally succeeded in duplicating his experiment in 1825. In 1826 he created the first permanent photograph from nature using a camera obscura. It took 8 hours to expose. Niepce then worked with Louis Daguerre to develop a process requiring a shorter exposure time. The daguerrotype, an image exposed directly onto a polished silver surface with a coating of silver halide particles deposited by iodine vapor, debuted in 1837. In 1839 Dutch-American innovator Robert Cornelius created a self-portrait using the daguerrotype process, the first known photograph of a human being.
Meanwhile, French-Brazilian artist and inventor Hercules Florence was creating a similar process, which he premiered in 1832. English inventor William Fox Talbot refined Daguerre's process, devising the calotype process (which creates negative images). Throughout the 19th Century processes of color photography were also investigated. In 1903 the first practical color plate, Autochrome Lumiere, was patented by brothers August and Louis Lumiere, innovators who became some of the first filmmakers. In the 1970s digital photography began to be developed, largely replacing film photography by the early 21st Century.
The use of photography has transformed the world in many ways. It has tremendously advanced communication, journalism, science, commerce, fine art and education.
This asteroid may give an inclination towards involvement with the art and science of photography.
Mars Opposition Pippa, Orb: 0 deg. 48 min.
This asteroid was named for the protagonist of German dramatist Gerhardt Hauptmann's play Und Pippa tanzt! (And Pippa dances!), which premiered in Berlin in 1906.
In this tale, Pippa is an exquisite and delicate maiden symbolic of ephemeral beauty. She is transported from her native Italy to the icy mountains of Silesia, where she becomes the object of affection of two antithetical characters; Huhn and Hellreigel. Huhn is a rugged and brutish giant, while Hellreigel is an idealistic, handsome and poetic youth. Pippa favors Hellreigel, and the two escape together, but are pursued in anger by Huhn. When he catches up with them the giant breaks a glass, causing frail Pippa to die of shock. Huhn himself also perishes and Hellreigel looses his sight.
The name Pippa is a diminutive form of Philip. Philip is derived from the Greek Philippos, meaning "Lover of Horses". As the ownership of horses in ancient Greece denoted great wealth, the name originally implied noble standing. Since antiquity it has been applied to many royals and rulers.
This asteroid may give dainty, refined, fragile, ethereal and tender qualities. Fleeting beauty may become a prominent life theme You may come to possess wealth and social prestige.
Mars Opposition Polana, Orb: 0 deg. 27 min.
Polana is the Latin name for the Croatian city of Pula, where this asteroid was discovered by Austrian astronomer Johann Palisa in 1875. At the time Palisa made this discovery Pula was a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Pula is situated at the southern tip of Croatia's Istrian peninsula, the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea. This peninsula's name is derived from that of the Histri, an Illyrian tribe residing there in antiquity. Roman historians described the Histri as a fierce tribe of pirates and warriors.
The first record of the city which is now Pula dates back to the 10th Century BCE. Its establishment is sometimes attributed to settlers from the Greek city of Colchis (in modern day Georgia). In 177 BCE the Istrian peninsula was conquered by the Romans. After the fall of the Western Roman Empire Pula was sacked by the Ostrogoths. It subsequently came under Byzantine, Frankish and Venetian control. In 1797 when the Venetian Republic crumbled, Pula became a territory of the Hapsburg Monarchy. Periods of Austrian, Austro-Hungarian, Italian and German rule followed. After World War II the United Nations took control of Pula, after which it was ceded to Croatia. Due to its long and tumultuous history, Pula is known for its diverse architecture. It is also lauded for its scenic beaches and mild climate.
Pula is mentioned in the work of Dante Alighieri, who visited there.
Today Pula has a metropolitan population of almost a million people. The traditional enterprises of fishing, shipbuilding, winemaking and tourism sustain the city's economy. Pula's culture exhibits a mixture of Mediterranean and Central European influences.
This asteroid may attribute personal importance to the unique city of Pula, its culture and its history.
Mars Opposition Siri, Orb: 0 deg. 26 min.
The Scandinavian female given name Siri is a diminutive form of Sigrid. Sigrid is a compound of the Old Norse elements Sigr, or "Beautiful", and Id, or "Victory". It is commonly translated as "Beautiful Victory".
Sigrid was the name of the first wife of Sweden's first king, Eric the Victorious (945-995 CE). She was known as Sigrid the Haughty. This name was also famously ascribed to King Eric XVI of Sweden's daughter, Princess Sigrid (1566-1633).
This asteroid may give triumph, power, ascendancy, charisma and beauty. The northern European region of Scandinavia may also hold much personal significance.
Mars Opposition Westphalia, Orb: 0 deg. 28 min.
This asteroid was named for the German region of Westphalia, which was the birthplace of its discoverer Walter Baade (1893-1960).
Westphalia is roughly defined as the part of Central Germany which lies between the Rhine and Weser Rivers. It includes the cities of Arnsberg, Bielefeld, Bochum, Detmold, Dortmund, Gelsenkirchen, Hagen, Minden and Munster.
In the 1st Century CE, Roman legions battled Germanic tribes for control of Westphalia. The Battle of Teutoburg Forest, in which Germanic forces led by the chieftain Arminius won a victory against the Romans, occurred there in 9 CE.
In the Early Middle Ages, Westphalia was a district of the Duchy of Saxony. It was elevated to the rank of Duchy in 1180 by Frederick I Barbarossa, Holy Roman Emperor. In the 17th and 18th Centuries parts of the region came under Prussian rule. In 1648 a treaty known as the Peace of Westphalia was signed there, ending the Thirty Years War. After World War II, the present state of North Rhine-Westphalia was created.
Westphalia is symbolized in heraldry by a white horse on a red field.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this geographic area.
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Jupiter Conjunct Arctica, Orb: 0 deg. 56 min.
This asteroid was named for the Arctic, or the region surrounding the Earth's North Pole. The word Arctic is derived from the Greek arktos, meaning "Bear". This term refers to the constellation of Ursa Minor, the Little Bear, which contains the Pole Star (Polaris). Bears are among the few mammals courageous enough to inhabit this frozen region. Others include arctic hares, foxes and wolves as well as lemmings, muskoxen and some humans. The area surrounding the geographic North Pole is not owned by any nation, but the northernmost parts of Russia, Canada, Scandinavia and Alaska are included in the Arctic.
This asteroid may bestow the attributes of the great northern bear; strength, perseverance, bravery and the ability to survive and flourish in inhospitable environments. A tendency to go to extremes may also manifest.
Jupiter Conjunct Burgundia, Orb: 0 deg. 04 min.
Burgundy is one of the 26 regions of France. Historically it was inhabited by Celtic tribes, then conquered by the Roman Empire. After the fall of Rome Burgundy was settled by the Burgundians, a Germanic tribe of Scandinavian origin. This tribe lent their name to the region. Burgundy came to be noted for its distinctive locally produced wine. This wine gave its name to the color burgundy, a deep purplish red.
This asteroid may emphasize the significance of this geographic region, its people and its history.
Jupiter Conjunct Herodias, Orb: 0 deg. 09 min.
Herodias was a Jewish princess of the Herodian dynasty who may have lived from approximately 15 BCE until 40 CE. She married her uncle Herod II and had one daughter with him named Salome. For political reasons she later divorced Herod II and married his brother Herod Antipas, tetrarch of Galilee and Peraea. This marriage was much criticized by Herod's subjects, not because Herodias was his niece, but because she had been previously married to his still-living brother. She was particularly denounced by the preacher known as John the Baptist. In the Biblical gospels of Mark and Matthew Herodias plays a crucial role in John the Baptist's death. In these stories she convinces Herod Antipas to behead John by having her daughter Salome perform the seductive "Dance of the Seven Veils" for him. This dance may have been inspired by the ancient Near Eastern legend of the goddess Inanna's descent into the land of the dead, in which she was forced to remove one article of clothing at each of the Seven Gates of the Underworld.
In Medieval Europe Herodias was conflated with the Roman Lunar goddess Diana. This Diana/Herodias figure was commonly believed to be a spiritual leader of witches who accompanied them during their nocturnal meetings.
This asteroid may give an inclination towards political intrigue. Through their actions and relationships the individual may gain worldly power, yet also invite controversy. An infamous reputation may be acquired.
Jupiter Conjunct Hildburg, Orb: 0 deg. 40 min.
Hildburg is a Germanic female name literally meaning "Battle Fortress".
This asteroid may give defensive, guarded, suspicious, contentious and self-protecting attributes.
Jupiter Conjunct Ianthe, Orb: 0 deg. 28 min.
In Greco-Roman myth Ianthe (whose name means "Purple Flower") was a young woman from Crete who fell mutually in love with Iphis. Iphis was the child of Telethusa and Ligdus. When Telethusa was pregnant, Ligdus cruelly stated that he would kill the child if it was not a boy. When Iphis was born female Telethusa disguised her as a boy, and treated her as a male throughout her childhood. When Iphis fell in love with lovely Ianthe, she prayed to the goddess Isis to be truly transformed into a man. At the temple of the goddess this wish was granted. The couple married and lived a long and happy life together.
This asteroid may bring a reversal of gender.
Jupiter Conjunct Tea, Orb: 0 deg. 43 min.
The tea plant (Camillia sinensis) is an evergreen shrub which grows mainly in tropical and subtropical environs. Its leaves are used to make an aromatic beverage, also known as tea, which is one of the world's most popular drinks.
Tea has been consumed in China since at least the 10th Century BCE. According to one Chinese legend, the mythical Emperor Shennong, "the Divine Farmer" (who is credited with teaching agricultural practices to the people of ancient China), was boiling water to drink, when some tea leaves from a nearby bush were blown by the wind into his cup. Upon drinking the serendipitous brew, Shennong delighted in its taste and energizing effects.
Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu (600-517 BCE), the founder of Taoism, called tea "the froth of liquid jade", lauding it as an essential ingredient in the elixir or life, a longevity potion.
The Chinese Classic Shih Ching, or "The Book of Songs", written around 550 BCE, also mentions the delights of drinking tea.
Around 220 CE celebrated surgeon and physician Hua Tuo praised the ability of tea to improve stamina and mental alertness, properties for which it continues to be recognized.
Between 760 and 780 CE Chinese author Lu Yu wrote the Classic of Tea, a book completely dedicated to this subject.
Tea has also been known and loved for thousand of years in India. The first Indian literary record of tea comes from the epic Ramayana (circa 500 BCE).
Tea was introduced to Japan in around the 6th Century CE, and quickly became the favored drink of the priestly class. The oldest Japanese book about tea is Kissa Yojoki, or "How to Stay Healthy by Drinking Tea", written by Zen priest Eisai (1141-1215).
Tea was also commonly enjoyed throughout Southeast Asia, as well as in Turkey. Knowledge of the vitalizing beverage came to Europe from Asia with Portuguese traders in the 16th Century. It was introduced to England by Catherine of Braganza (1638-1705), a Portuguese princess who became the Queen Consort of King Charles II of England. Tea became wildly popular in England. Transporting tea from Asia to Europe became an essential component of British international commerce during the British Colonial Era, in which England established itself as the world's most powerful Empire. Tea is still popularly enjoyed in the United Kingdom today, and is sometimes viewed as iconic of both the British national identity and the nation's colonial past.
Currently, around 5 million tons are produced worldwide each year.
This asteroid ascribe personal importance to tea, its various social contexts, its purported health benefits, and its impact on world history and culture.
Jupiter Conjunct Troja, Orb: 0 deg. 19 min.
This asteroid was named for the ancient city of Troy. In Greek mythology, Troy is best known as the epicenter of the ten year Trojan War, which was fought between the Trojans and the Achaeans (Greeks).
The Trojan War began when Paris, a Trojan prince, abducted Helen, the wife of King Menelaus of Sparta. Helen was the most beautiful woman in the world at the time, and Paris had been promised marriage to "the most beautiful woman in the world" by the goddess Aphrodite. The decade long war ended with the utter destruction of Troy. At the end of the war, the Greeks pretended to admit defeat and offered the Trojans a magnificent horse statue as a gift. Once the monumental horse was brought through the gates of the city, the Trojans discovered to their horror that it was hollow inside and filled with armed Greek warriors. After disembarking the horse, the Greeks easily sacked Troy, burning it to the ground.
The legend of this war was immortalized in two epic works by the Greek poet Homer; the Iliad, which describes life near the end of the war, and the Odyssey, which recounts the perilous adventures of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, as he attempted to return home after the war.
Roman writers such as Virgil and Ovid also used the Trojan War as a literary subject. The Romans traced their origins back to the Trojan prince Aeneas, who escaped the burning city and traveled to the Italian peninsula. His life is the subject of Virgil's Aeneid.
In the mid 19th Century European archaeologists such as Frank Calvert and Heinrich Schliemann began to excavate a site in Hisarlik, western Turkey, near the town of Tire. This site became associated with the legendary Troy.
This asteroid may ascribe personal relevancy to the mythos of the Trojan War, as well as to the geographic region of western Turkey.
Jupiter Conjunct Wisdom, Orb: 0 deg. 30 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of American astronomer Jack Wisdom (born 1953), a Professor of Planetary Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Jack Wisdom is a pioneer in the study of chaos in the solar system.
Wisdom is the quality or state of being wise. The word implies a comprehension of truth combined with the ability to make good judgments. It may also refer to scholarly learning, as well as to understanding gained through practice and experience.
This asteroid may bestow sagacity, understanding, clarity of mind, compassion, and the ability to gain deep insight into things. The quest for knowledge may become an essential part of life.
Jupiter Opposition Amherstia, Orb: 0 deg. 55 min.
This asteroid was named after Amherst College, the alma mater of its discoverer, Raymond Smith Dugan. Amherst College is a private liberal arts college in Amherst, Massachusetts known for its high level of academic excellence.
This asteroid may emphasize the importance of this specific institution or geographic location in the life of the individual. It may also grant significance to the concept of higher education.
Jupiter Opposition Asplinda, Orb: 0 deg. 35 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Swedish astronomer Bror Ansgar Asplind. It may grant an interest in the study of the stars. Personal significance may also be ascribed to Scandinavia.
Jupiter Opposition Josephina, Orb: 0 deg. 07 min.
This asteroid was named for a person dear to its discoverer, Italian astronomer Elia Millosevich.
The name Josephina is the female equivalent to the male name Joseph. Joseph comes from the Hebrew Yusuf, meaning "God will increase/add". This name was ascribed to several prominent Biblical characters. In the Hebrew Bible, as well as the Koran, Joseph is mentioned as the favorite son of the patriarch Jacob. In his legend this Joseph is sold into slavery in Egypt by his jealous brothers, but makes the most of his situation by rising in rank from a slave to one of the Pharaoh's viceroys. His skill at interpreting dreams spawned this social ascent.
In the New Testament of the Christian Bible, Joseph is also the name of the Virgin Mary's husband and Jesus' adoptive father. As a saint this Joseph patronizes workers (particularly carpenters, stonemasons, builders and craftsmen) as well as pregnant women and immigrants. The New Testament also speaks of Joseph of Arimathea, a wealthy man who donated his own prepared tomb to the body of Jesus after his crucifixion.
This asteroid may bestow the ability to optimize one's circumstances and increase benefits to oneself and others. Dream interpretation, manual labor, craftsmanship, foster parenting and philanthropy may be favored pursuits. Close friendships may also be held in high regard.
Jupiter Opposition Opportunity, Orb: 1 deg. 00 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Opportunity (mission designation MER-B or Mars Exploration Rover B), the second of two rovers sent to explore the surface of Mars by NASA's Mars Exploration Rover Mission.
Along with Spirit (MER-A), Opportunity landed safely on Meridiani Planum, a plain two miles south of Mars' equator, in January 2005. The two rovers have successfully studied the geology and environmental conditions of the Red Planet. Their accomplishments have included the first discovery of a meteor on a non-terrestrial planet. They also narrowly survived detrimental Martian dust storms in 2007.
The word opportunity, meaning "favorable circumstance", is derived from the Latin phrase ob portum veniens, literally "coming to a port". This phrase originally referred to the arrival of favorable winds for sailing.
This asteroid may draw attention to travel and exploration, both across the globe and through space. Fortuitous conditions for expeditions may be enjoyed. Great adventures are likely and significant discoveries may be made.
SaturnSeriousness, Honesty, and Responsibility: Things You Take Seriously
Saturn Conjunct Bruxelles, Orb: 0 deg. 32 min.
This asteroid was named for the city of Brussels. Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the de facto capital of the European Union.
Saint Gaugericus, a Christian bishop, built a chapel near what was to become Brussels in 580 CE. In 977 Duke Charles of Lower Lotharingia, a descendant of Charlemagne, officially founded the city. The name Brussels may be derived from the Old Dutch Broeksel, meaning "Home in the Marsh". Dutch and French are both commonly spoken in Brussels. Today the city is home to over a million residents.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this geographic location.
Saturn Conjunct Coelestina, Orb: 0 deg. 51 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the wife of Austrian astronomer Theodor von Oppolzer. The name Coelestina is the German variation of the Latin-derived name Celestine, meaning "Heavenly, Celestial, of the Sky". This asteroid may grant personal importance to cosmic and celestial phenomena. A great love of the sky may manifest.
Saturn Conjunct Damocles, Orb: 0 deg. 48 min.
Damocles is the main character of a famous moral anecdote of ancient Greece. In this tale, Damocles is the servant of a powerful king. He remarks to his master how tremendously lucky he is to be king. In response the king proposes that the two trade places for a day, to which the servant enthusiastically agrees. The next day as king, Damocles is enjoying his royal feast until he notices a sword dangling above his head by a thin horse hair. The sword symbolizes the constant possibility of death and treachery with which powerful figures live. The "Sword of Damocles" allegory is often used to bring attention to this bitter aspect of political power.
This asteroid may grant a prestigious yet dangerous and high-pressured social position You may choose a more humble life to avoid peril.
Saturn Conjunct Daphne, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
In Greek mythology, Daphne (whose name means "Laurel") was a nymph who attracted unwanted attention from the god Apollo. Apollo became enamored with Daphne when Eros struck him with one of his love-inducing arrows as punishment for mocking his skill in archery. Under Eros' spell Apollo chased Daphne all over the countryside, behavior highly uncharacteristic of the dignified god. Daphne beseeched Gaia, the Earth Goddess, (or in some versions of the tale the river god Peneus) for help. She was transformed into the first laurel tree. This tree became sacred to Apollo, who used its braches to fashion victory wreaths for the winners of the Pythian Games, an athletic event held at Delphi which anticipated the Olympic Games. Thus the laurel tree became symbolic of triumph.
This asteroid may grant achievement of goals and victory in challenges You may overcome great obstacles and attain success.
Saturn Conjunct Delia, Orb: 0 deg. 44 min.
In ancient Greece, Delia was another name for the goddess Artemis. Delia literally means "from Delos", the island of Artemis' birth.
Artemis was the goddess of the wilderness, hunting and the Moon. She was conflated with the earlier Moon goddess Selene, as her twin brother Apollo was conflated with the Sun god Helios. Artemis and Apollo were the children of Zeus and a mortal woman named Leto.
Artemis was typically depicted as a huntress with a bow and arrow, often followed by her loyal hunting dogs and surrounded by deer. She was portrayed in myth as a virginal, independent, solitary and mysterious character known to roam the dark forest by the light of the Moon, accompanied only by animals and woodland spirits.
Her twin brother also carried a bow and arrow, besides which they could not have been more different. Apollo symbolized the clear light of reason and order. He supported the human endeavors of athleticism, music, poetry, prophecy and city building. Artemis represented a much more primordial and instinctive facet of existence. She was invoked for aid in the bloody business of childbirth as well as in the hunt.
Artemis was associated with Hekate, the psychopompic and nocturnal goddess of the Crossroads, as well as with the Etruscan goddess Artume (possibly her prototype). In Roman times she became synonymous with the goddess Diana.
Artemis was worshipped throughout ancient Greece, especially at her temples at Delos (her mythic birthplace), Mounikhia and Brauron. Her temple at Ephesus in Ionia (modern day Turkey) was among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Deer and cypress trees are sacred to this goddess.
This asteroid may grant emotional autonomy, a love of solitude, comfort with animals, an innate understanding of the natural world, athletic ability, a good intuition and keen instincts. Nocturnal and lunar themes may hold personal significance. Hunting and midwifery (in the literal or symbolic sense) are both favored pursuits.
Saturn Conjunct Eudora, Orb: 0 deg. 40 min.
In Greek mythology, Eudora was among the Hyades. The Hyades, or "Rainy Ones", were a sisterhood of rain-inducing nymphs. Daughters of the Titan Atlas and the Oceanid Aethra, they were the half-sisters of the Pleiades. In addition to precipitation, the Hyades were associated with the tears of sadness and loss. Legend tells of their beloved brother Hyas, who met an untimely end in the claws of a wild beast. On learning of his death, the seven celestial sisters cried a rainstorm, eventually dying of grief. Eudora's name is a compound of the Greek eu, meaning "good" and dora, meaning "gift".
This asteroid may give an emotionally expressive nature and an inclination towards becoming swept away by one's moods. Strong attachments to family members and loved ones are likely. There may also be a tendency to give much of oneself to others.
Saturn Conjunct Hooveria, Orb: 0 deg. 52 min.
This asteroid, discovered by Austrian astronomer Johann Palisa in 1920, was named for American politician Herbert C. Hoover in appreciation of his help in World War I. Hoover went on to become the 31st President of the United States in 1929. Before his career in politics, Hoover was a professional mining engineer. He wrote over 16 books on various subjects over the course of his life and spoke Mandarin Chinese. He was a lifelong member of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as the Quakers.
Hoover's humanitarian efforts catalyzed his involvement in politics. When World War I broke out he organized the return of over 120,000 American civilians (including tourists, students and businesspeople) from Europe. He led 500 volunteers in distributing food, money, clothing and steamship tickets. When Belgium experienced a food crisis in 1914 after being invaded by Germany, Hoover undertook a massive relief effort with the Committee for Relief in Belgium. When the US entered the war in 1917 Hoover was appointed the head of the US Food Administration by then President Woodrow Wilson. He was quoted as saying "Food will win the war!".
This asteroid may give the inclination and capacity for humanitarian service You may devote themselves to providing basic provisions to those in need. A pragmatic and caring attitude may develop.
Saturn Conjunct Ilmatar, Orb: 0 deg. 59 min.
In the national epic poem of Finland, the Kalevala, Ilmatar is the personification of the element of Air. The name Ilmatar literally means "female air spirit". She is described as ultimately androgynous, with tendencies towards manifestation in female form. Impregnated by the sea and the wind, Ilmatar gave birth to Vainamoinen, the hero of the Kalevala. Vainamoinen was a wise man and a bard. He possessed a potently magical voice and was adept at crafting chants, poems and songs.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to the natural forces of air and wind. An inclination to create or inspire works of genius may manifest. Breath, words and songs may play an essential role in life.
Saturn Conjunct Jokaste, Orb: 0 deg. 33 min.
In Greek mythology, Jocasta was the Queen consort of Thebes. She was married to King Laius, and with him produced Oedipus. When Jocasta was pregnant with Oedipus, Lauis consulted an oracle who told him that the child his wife carried would grow up to kill him and to marry Jocasta. Fearing this prophecy, Lauis ordered the infant Oedipus to be left on a mountainside to die. The servant charged with carrying out this order, however, had mercy on the child and gave him to a shepherd couple to raise instead. In some versions of the tale he is given to the king and queen of the neighboring city-state of Corinth, and is raised as a prince there.
When Oedipus is grown, he consults the blind prophet Tiresias, who predicts that he will kill his father and marry his mother. Ignorant of the fact that the people who raised him are not his true parents, Oedipus runs away from home to escape fulfilling this horrific forecast.
On his journey he runs into Lauis, and an argument ensues between the two men concerning whose chariot has the right of way. This argument turns violent, and Oedipus unwittingly kills his true father, thus fulfilling the predictions of the oracles. He continues on to Thebes, and finds the city to be ravaged by the hybrid monstrosity known as the Sphinx. Oedipus bests the Sphinx by solving her notorious riddle. In gratitude, Jocasta marries him. Together the mother and son have four children; Antigone, Eteocles, Polynices and Ismene.
This asteroid may give a danger of inbreeding. Attempts to reverse one's fortunes may prove futile.
Saturn Conjunct Oriola, Orb: 0 deg. 05 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the Golden Oriole (Oriolus oriolus), a bright yellow and black passerine songbird native to Europe and western Asia. The word oriole comes from the Latin aureolus, meaning "golden". The cheerfulness of this bird's sunshiny color and ebullient song have made it an apt symbol of joy.
This asteroid may give optimistic, exuberant, mirthful and celebratory attributes. A talent for vocal expression may manifest.
Saturn Conjunct Palestrina, Orb: 0 deg. 19 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Italian Renaissance composer Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594). Palestrina was the most famous member of the 16th Century Roman school of musical composition. He is noted primarily for his religious compositions and contributed significantly to the body of Roman Catholic church music.
Palestrina was named for his birthplace, a small town about 35 kilometers east of Rome. This location has a long history, its habitation by the Etruscans dating back to at least the 8th Century BCE.
Giovanni Palestrina's prodigious creative output included 105 masses, over 300 motets, 68 offertories, 72 hymns, 35 magnificats, 11 litanies and 140 madrigals. One of his most enduring works is the Pope Marcellus Mass.
This asteroid may give a talent for the composition of music, particularly sacred music. The geographic location of Palestrina and its culture may hold personal significance, as may the historic period of the Italian Renaissance.
Saturn Conjunct Pholus, Orb: 0 deg. 38 min.
In Greek mythology, Pholus was a centaur living in a cave on Mount Pelion who befriended the great hero Heracles.
The half-human half-equine creatures known as centaurs were depicted in Greek art and literature as mainly uncivilized, brutal and warlike in manner, with the notable exceptions of Chiron and Pholus.
Chiron was a teacher who nurtured the intellects of such renowned figures as the great healer Asclepius; Jason, the hero of the Golden Fleece cycle; Aristaeus, the first bee-keeper; and Achilles, the Greek hero of the Trojan War. Chiron was known not only for his wide breadth of knowledge of the healing arts, astrology, divination and philosophy, but also for his gentle and good-humored nature.
Pholus was less famous than Chiron, yet equally wise and gentle. He showed great hospitality to Heracles, who visited him in his cave after completing the fourth of his twelve great labors. Pholus' neighbors, however, were much less friendly. The drunken and belligerent centaurs started a fight with Heracles which led to many of their deaths. During the melee, Pholus accidentally punctured himself with one of Heracles' poisoned arrows, dying instantly. Heracles buried and mourned for his fallen friend. For his kindness and courage Zeus placed Pholus in the sky as the constellation Centaurus.
This asteroid may give a tendency towards martyrdom and self-sacrifice. Sagacious, compassionate, gracious and unselfish attributes may manifest. The individual's disposition and mentality may differ greatly from that of the majority of their community.
Saturn Opposition Bononia, Orb: 0 deg. 40 min.
Bononia is the Latin name for the Northern Italian town of Bologna, as well as the Northern French town of Boulogne-sur-Mer. Both towns were known as Bononia under the Roman Empire. The name Bononia is derived from the Celtic root bona, meaning "foundation", "settlement" or "citadel".
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to either of these specific geographic locations. It may also give an interest in the foundation or establishment of new dwelling places.
Saturn Opposition Jerusalem, Orb: 0 deg. 11 min.
Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, lies in the Judean mountains between the Mediterranean Sea and the northern tip of the Dead Sea. One of the world's oldest cities, Jerusalem's history goes back to the 4th Millennium BCE. It is considered the holiest city in Judaism and the spiritual homeland of the Jewish people as well as one of the most sacred sites in Islam. It is also considered sacrosanct by Christians.
This asteroid may emphasize the importance of this ancient city and the trinity of monotheistic faiths which revere it.
Saturn Opposition Marathon, Orb: 0 deg. 37 min.
Marathon is a town in southeastern Greece. In the Classical era it was a city-state. In the year 490 BCE it was the site of the Battle of Marathon, in which the Athenian army successfully defended themselves from the much larger invading Persian army. Today the word "marathon" refers to a long distance endurance foot race. This term arose from the legend of Pheidippides, an Athenian soldier and herald who ran over 240 kilometers in two days to inform his countrymen of their miraculous victory at Marathon. Pheidippides died of exhaustion after delivering his message.
Marathon is the Greek word for the fennel plant. This town was thought to have been so named due to the abundance of fennel growing wild in the area.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to the geographic location of Marathon and its ancient history. It may also give an aptitude for athletic pursuits involving great endurance, especially long distance running You may experience unexpected triumph over great adversity.
UranusImprovisation and Innovatin: Ways You Like to Be Free and Spontaneous
Uranus Conjunct Erigone, Orb: 0 deg. 58 min.
In Greek mythology, Erigone was a young woman whose father, Icarus, graciously entertained the god Dionysus. Dionysus introduced Icarus and his friends to a new beverage, wine. Ill-fated Icarus was murdered by his hung-over compatriots the next morning when they thought they had been poisoned. Erigone and her dog Maera discovered Icarus' body. She was so distraught that she committed suicide. The mythic figure of Erigone has been associated with the constellation of Virgo.
This asteroid may bestow strong emotional commitments to loved ones. Family tragedy may be experienced, leading to self-destructive urges.
Uranus Conjunct Guinevere, Orb: 0 deg. 18 min.
Guinevere was the Queen Consort of the legendary British King Arthur. According to medieval histories and romances Arthur led Britain to defend itself from the invasions of the Saxons in the early 6th Century CE. It is a highly debated matter as to whether he was a real person or merely a fabrication of legend. In either case, he represents the archetype of the True King, destined to rule for the good of his people as an embodiment of their character and will.
The Arthurian legend cycle evolved to include the chivalric adventures of the Knights of the Round Table and their sacred quest for the Holy Grail. These stories presented a romantic and idealistic portrayal of knighthood which lodged itself firmly in the Western imagination.
In Arthurian legends, Queen Guinevere is primarily noted for her love affair with Sir Lancelot, King Arthur's most trusted knight. Their dishonesty to Arthur eventually leads to his downfall.
Guinevere's name comes from the Welsh Gwynhwyfar, meaning "the White Fairy".
This asteroid may draw attention to issues of trust, loyalty and marital fidelity.
Uranus Conjunct Haumea, Orb: 0 deg. 46 min.
In Hawaiian mythology, Haumea is a Mother Goddess associated with fertility, childbirth, creation and magic. A skillful sorceress and creator of many animals, Haumea is also the mother of the Volcano Goddess Pele. Pele is associated with the molten blood of the Big Island, as well as with dance, fire, lightning and action. Her most beloved sister is Hi'iaka, the patron deity of Hawaii. Hi'iaka was said to live in a sacred grove and spend her days dancing with the spirits of the forest. Haumea's other divine children include Kamohoalii, a shark god; Namaka, a sea goddess; and Kapo, a goddess of magic and herbal medicine.
The dwarf planet Haumea is one third the mass of Pluto. It has two known moons, named Hi'iaka and Namaka after Haumea's mythical daughters. This planetoid was discovered in Hawaii in late 2004.
Haumea may bestow a creative, fecund and productive nature. It may also ascribe personal importance to the Hawaiian Islands and the Pacific Ocean You may construct a multitude of wonderful things and/or parent exceptional children.
Uranus Conjunct Hohensteina, Orb: 0 deg. 01 min.
This asteroid was named for the German village of Hohenstein, located near the town of Bad Schwalbach in the Taunus mountain range. The village was named for the Hohenstein Castle, built around 1190 CE by the Counts of Katzenelnbogen.
Hohenstein was the hometown of the wife of this asteroid's discoverer, Franz Kaiser. Her family name, Breder, derives from Hohenstein castle's Order of Knighthood, Breder von Hohenstein.
This asteroid may draw attention to this specific geographic location, as well as to the nation of Germany in general. Marriage and family heritage may become subjects of importance. The Medieval era (in which Hohenstein Castle was built) may also hold personal significance.
Uranus Conjunct Iduberga, Orb: 0 deg. 58 min.
Saint Iduberg, better known as Saint Itta (592-652 CE) was the wife of Pepin of Landen, mayor of the palace of Austrasia. She was also the sister of Saint Modoald. After the death of her husband Itta founded a Benedictine nunnery at Nivelles, in central Belgium, installing her daughter Gertrude as abbess. She was also an early matriarch of the Carolingian dynasty of European kings.
This asteroid may ascribe personal import to the Christian religion, the Medieval era and/or the nation of Belgium.
Uranus Conjunct Kreusa, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
Kreusa (or Creusa), which simply means "Princess", was the name of several distinct characters in Greek mythology.
One Creusa (also known as Glauce) was the daughter of King Creon of Corinth. She was engaged to marry Jason, the hero of the Golden Fleece cycle. Their marriage was meant to cement a political alliance. When the sorceress Medea, Jason's lover, learned that he was marrying someone else she sent a cursed dress to Creusa as a wedding present. When Creusa put on the insidious garment it burnt her alive.
Another Creusa was the daughter of King Priam of Troy. She was the wife of Aeneas, the protagonist of Virgil's Aeneid. Virgil describes how Creusa tried to escape the burning city, yet was killed by the marauding Greeks. Her husband escaped Troy and became instrumental in the founding of Rome.
Another Creusa was the daughter of King Erechtheus of Athens and his wife Praxithea. Still another was the mother of Hypseus, King of the Lapiths.
This asteroid may give an inherited position of high social rank. The concept of royalty may play a role in life.
Uranus Conjunct Regina, Orb: 0 deg. 15 min.
Regina is a Latin word meaning "Queen". It is related to the Latin verb regere, or "to rule".
This asteroid may bestow authoritative, majestic, proud, sovereign and dignified attributes You may ascend to an esteemed position.
Uranus Opposition Elsa, Orb: 0 deg. 44 min.
Elsa is a character in Richard Wagner's opera Lohengrin, inspired by similar Medieval German Arthurian romances. In this tale, Elsa is a noble woman who has been wrongly accused of murdering her brother Gottfried, who has disappeared. To dispute this claim, Elsa chooses to have the matter decided by combat. When asked which warrior will fight in her name, Elsa describes a knight in shining armor whom she has seen in dreams. When she calls him, he appears in a chariot drawn by swans. He defeats her accusers, and asks for her hand in marriage. His only strange request is that no one ask him who he is or where he has come from. Later he is tricked into revealing his identity, and in doing so must leave Elsa. He is Lohengrin, a knight of the Holy Grail. In the end the swan reappears and transforms into Elsa's lost brother Gottfried, who had been trapped in that form by the magic of Elsa's enemies. Elsa, however, dies of grief upon the departure of her beloved Swan Knight.
This asteroid may bestow an idealistic, sensitive, romantic and sentimental nature You may fall deeply in love, yet become separated from the object of their affection.
Uranus Opposition Jason, Orb: 0 deg. 12 min.
In Greek mythology, Jason was a celebrated hero best known for his quest for the Golden Fleece. He was the son of Aeson, the rightful king of Iolcus, a city in Thessaly (now Volos, Greece). Around the time of Jason's birth, his father's power-hungry half brother Pelias sought to gain control over all of Thessaly. Pelias deposed Aeson from his throne and while he allowed him to live, he slaughtered all of Aeson's potential descendants. Jason's mother Alcimede gave birth, and saved Jason from the massacre by pretending that he was stillborn. She then gave him over to Chiron, the wise and gentle Centaur, to raise and educate.
When Jason came of age he traveled back to Iolcus to attain his rightful position as king of the city. On his way, he helped an old woman cross a turbulent river by allowing her to sit on his shoulders. This old crone turned out to be the goddess Hera in disguise. For his kindness, Hera blessed Jason and aided him in his adventures. While walking through the rushing river, Jason lost one of his sandals and arrived in Iolcus half-barefoot. Pelias had heard an oracular prophecy that his power in Iolcus would be subsumed by a man with one sandal, and upon seeing Jason so clad knew who he was and for what purpose he had come. He told Jason that he would relinquish the throne to him in return for the Golden Fleece. The Golden Fleece was the magical hide of the winged ram Chrysomallos. It hung in a sacred grove in Colchis (modern day Georgia). Pelias thought this task was impossible, but Jason readily accepted the challenge.
Before setting sail for Colchis, Jason assembled a group of heroes known as the Argonauts, named for their sea-faring vessel, the Argo. This all-star team included Heracles, Atalanta, Orpheus, the divine Twins Castor and Pollux, and the Boreads (the flying sons of Boreas, the North Wind). The Argonauts had many perilous adventures before arriving at their destination. Once in Colchis, Jason met with King Aeetes and told him of his mission. Aeetes proclaimed he would only give Jason the Fleece if he performed three nearly impossible tasks. At this point Jason's champion Hera convinces Eros to make Aeetes' daughter Medea, a powerful sorceress, fall in love with Jason. With her wits and potions, Medea helps Jason in completing the three trials, the last of which involves putting the ever-watchful dragon guarding the Fleece to sleep.
Jason, Medea and the Argonauts escape, yet are pursued by Aeetes. To distract her father, Medea kills her own brother. Despite her unwavering devotion, Jason eventually betrays Medea, choosing instead to marry Princess Creusa of Corinth to establish a political alliance. Scorned Medea sends Creusa a poisoned gown as a wedding present.
Jason is also the mythical founder of the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana. According to legend, he slew a dragon on the site of the future city. This dragon is displayed today on Ljubljana's flag and coat of arms.
This asteroid may give a courageous, adventurous and daring character. A love of travel and challenge may develop You may actively pursue that which they consider their rightful inheritance. Powerful friends and allies may allow great success to be achieved in ambitious endeavors. Care must be taken not to betray the trust of others.
Uranus Opposition Priska, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
This asteroid was named for the Biblical figure of Saint Priscilla (also known as Saint Priska). The name Priscilla is the feminine diminutive form of the Latin priscus, meaning "old, ancient, primitive".
Priscilla and her husband Aquila (whose name means "Eagle") were early Christian missionaries and close friends of the Apostle Paul, who spread the new religion throughout the ancient world. Priscilla was among the first residents of Rome to adopt Christianity. She and Aquila are sometimes referred to as the most famous couple in the Bible, being mentioned together seven times. They were tentmakers by profession.
This asteroid may give an inclination towards adopting and promoting new religious practices and beliefs. A close relationship and public association with one's spouse is likely. Occupations involving providing shelter or housing are favored.
NeptuneDreams, Visions, and Ideals
Neptune Conjunct Carina, Orb: 0 deg. 26 min.
The word Carina is Latin for the "keel" of a ship. It originally meant "nutshell". The keel is the ship's foundational beam, or backbone. It supports the entirety of the vessel.
This asteroid may grant an inclination towards navigational and sea-faring pursuits. There may also be a tendency to provide essential support and stability for other individuals or organizations.
Neptune Conjunct Freud, Orb: 0 deg. 56 min.
Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) was an Austrian neurologist famous for founding the psychoanalytic school of psychology. Psychoanalysis is a method of treating mental illness which focuses on engaging the patient in a dialog with the psychoanalyst. Freud developed this therapeutic procedure, which has since become an institution indelibly ingrained in Western culture. Freud is also celebrated for his theory of the unconscious mind. Although this concept originated in antiquity, Freud brought it to the forefront of Western psychology. Freud also theorized that sexual desire is the primary motivational force in human existence. He believed that psychological repression, or the exclusion of desires from ones consciousness, was a mechanism perpetually at work in the human mind. Freud also worked with dream interpretation. He often linked dream images to manifestations of repressed desires.
This asteroid may ascribe great significance to the practice of psychoanalysis as well as to the theories proposed by Sigmund Freud.
Neptune Conjunct Jovita, Orb: 0 deg. 12 min.
This asteroid was named for Saint Jovita, a Christian martyr. Jovita and his brother Saint Faustinus were members of the noble family of Brescia, in the northern Italian province of Lombardy. They were devout Christians who were tortured and beheaded at the order of the Roman Emperor Hadrian around the year 120 CE. They became the patron saints of the city of Brescia. Their feast day is February 15.
The name Jovita, more commonly ascribed to women, is a theophoric name relating to Jove (Jupiter), the Roman god of the sky and king of the gods. Mighty lightning-wielding Jupiter was the equivalent of the Greek god Zeus. He may also correlate to other Sky-Father deities such as the Norse Thor, the Indian Indra and the Yoruba Shango.
This asteroid may give a tendency to sacrifice oneself in the name of a moral or religious cause. Close relationships with siblings may develop. An authoritative, commanding and majestic presence may manifest. The northern Italian city of Brescia may also hold special significance.
Neptune Conjunct Kathy, Orb: 0 deg. 17 min.
The female given name Kathy is a short form of Katherine. Katherine is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, the meaning of which is debated. It may arise from the Greek katharos, meaning "purity", or the related catharsis, meaning "to purge or cleanse". It may also be akin to the name of deity Hekate, chthonic goddess of gateways and crossroads.
The name Katherine became popular in Christian countries owing to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, also known as Saint Catherine of the Wheel or the Great Martyr Saint Catherine. According to her legend Saint Catherine lived at the end of the Roman Era. She converted the pagan Empress to Christianity, thus infuriating the Emperor. The Emperor sent many philosophers to argue with Catherine. She won these debates, and converted many of the philosophers to her religion. The enraged Emperor then sought to torture Catherine using a device known as a breaking wheel, but this hideous mechanism miraculously self-destructed at Catherine's touch. She was beheaded instead. The breaking wheel was a popular method of capital punishment in the Late Middle Ages, an epoch in which Saint Catherine's cult flourished throughout Europe. Her power to petition God on behalf of an individual was renowned. She became the patron saint of craftsmen who work with wheels, such as spinners and potters, as well as librarians, apologists, virgins, spinsters, scribes, secretaries, stenographers, lawyers, theologians, nurses, millers, mechanics and philosophers.
This asteroid may grant a pure and genuine nature. A love of simplicity, authenticity, cleanliness and clarity may develop. Pursuits relating to craftsmanship, literature, language, religious debate, philosophy, law, morality and purification are favored. There may also be an inclination to make personal sacrifices for ones beliefs You may act as an intermediary between humanity and the divine.
Neptune Conjunct Manto, Orb: 0 deg. 08 min.
In Greek mythology, Manto (whose name is related to the Greek mantis, meaning "seer, prophet") was an oracular soothsayer. She was the daughter of the blind prophet Tiresias and the mother of the seer Mospus. In Roman myth she was also the mother of Ocnus, the mythic founder of the city of Mantua, which he named for her.
This asteroid may give exceptional divinatory, intuitive and prophetic ability. A family tradition of such inclination is possible. The geographic location of Mantua may also hold personal significance.
Neptune Conjunct Nealley, Orb: 0 deg. 59 min.
This asteroid was named for an amateur astronomer from the US State of New York by the last name of Nealley.
The English surname Nealley is a variation of the Irish McNeely, which is the Anglicized form of the Gaelic Mac an Fhilidh, meaning "Son of the Poet".
This asteroid may give an inclination towards excellence in non-professional, astronomical and poetic pursuits.
Neptune Conjunct Philippina, Orb: 0 deg. 52 min.
This asteroid was named for Philipp Kessler on the occasion of his engagement to be married. Philipp was a friend of this asteroid's discoverer, German astronomer August Kopff (1882-1960).
The name Philipp comes from the Greek Philippos, meaning "Lover of Horses". As the ownership of horses in ancient Greece denoted great wealth, the name originally implied noble standing. Since antiquity it has been applied to many royals and rulers.
This asteroid may bestow opulent riches and social prestige. Engagements, marriages and weddings may become an essential part of life. An appreciation of horses may also develop.
Neptune Conjunct Romilda, Orb: 0 deg. 39 min.
Romilda is an Italian female given name derived from a combination of the Germanic elements hrom, meaning "fame" and hild, meaning "battle".
This asteroid may give fame and recognition through battle or conflict You may become a celebrated military leader, warrior or activist.
Neptune Opposition Academia, Orb: 0 deg. 34 min.
The word academia generally refers to a community of scholars involved in higher education and research. This asteroid was specifically named in honor of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
An emphasis on the pursuit of knowledge, especially that of a scientific nature, may be implied by this asteroid's influence.
Neptune Opposition Aigyptios, Orb: 0 deg. 09 min.
In Greek mythology, Aigyptios was a warrior who accompanied Odysseus on his treacherous adventures. He was also the father of the hero Antiphos, whose name means "Without Light". Antiphos was devoured by the Cyclops Polyphemus.
The name Aigyptios literally means "From Egypt".
This asteroid may give a love of travel, adventure, challenge and conflict. Personal importance may be ascribed to the land of Egypt.
Neptune Opposition Atreus, Orb: 0 deg. 57 min.
In Greek mythology, Atreus was a king of Mycenae. He was the grandson of Tantalus, a sinister man who sought to test the omniscience of the gods by attempting to feed them his own murdered son as a meal. The gods knew what he had done, and banished him to Tartarus. There he was made to stand in water up to his chin yet be unable to drink it. Fruit hung from branches above his head, staying just outside his hungry grasp for all eternity. His murdered son, Pelops, was brought back to life. Pelops became Atreus' father.
The name Tantalus, which may mean "the Sufferer", is the etymological source of the English word tantalize. This unfortunate ancestor cursed the noble House of Atreus, which included Atreus' sons Menelaus, husband of Helen, and Agamemnon, husband of Clytemnestra. Agamemnon was the commander of the Achaeans in the Trojan War. During the War, he incurred the wrath of the goddess Artemis and had to sacrifice his daughter Iphigenia in order to appease the angry deity. On returning home, he was treacherously murdered by his wife, Clytemnestra.
This asteroid may denote conflict and family trouble. The immoral deeds of an ancestor may be an issue which must be resolved.
Neptune Opposition Endymion, Orb: 0 deg. 47 min.
In Greek myth, Endymion was an exceptionally beautiful mortal man with whom Selene, the goddess of the Moon, fell in love. The affection was mutual. Pliny the Elder described him as the first human being to observe the movements of the Moon. His profession is cited in various accounts as either a shepherd, an astronomer or a king.
Love-struck Selene petitioned Zeus to imbue Endymion with eternal life. He did so, but also granted him eternal sleep. In this dormant state, Endymion was visited each night by his goddess lover. Perhaps they conversed in dreams. By Endymion Selene mothered the Menae, deities embodying the phases of the Moon. The Menae sisterhood included Nemea, goddess of the New Moon; Mene, goddess of the Full Moon; Pandeia, goddess of the Waning Moon and Mesomene, goddess of the Waxing Moon.
Endymion's name translates roughly to "diver", being derived from the Greek root endyein, meaning "to sink in, plunge, dive". This title was applied to stars and planets as they appeared to sink below the horizon, into the sea.
This asteroid may bequeath an intimate relationship with the Moon. Sleep may become an important part of life, and dreams may be held in high regard.
Neptune Opposition Fidelio, Orb: 0 deg. 53 min.
The name Fidelio comes from the Latin fidelus, meaning "Faithful", which in turn is derived from Fides, the name of the ancient Roman goddess of trust. Fidelio is the name of the only opera ever written by Ludwig van Beethoven. In this story, a political prisoner named Florestan is rescued from captivity by his wife Leonore, who cleverly disguises herself as a prison guard named Fidelio.
This asteroid may bestow unwavering loyalty to ones loved ones, as well as the willingness to take great risks to ensure their freedom and safety.
Neptune Opposition Neverland, Orb: 0 deg. 00 min.
Neverland is a fictional world featured in the works of Scottish author J.M. Barrie (1860-1937). It is the home of Peter Pan, a mischievous boy who refuses to grow up and thus remains eternally young. It is explained in Barrie's books that all children have their own Neverland within the realm of their imagination. Peter Pan's Neverland, his primary residence, is peopled by mermaids, Indians, witches, fairies, pirates and anthropomorphic animals.
The term Neverland now alludes to extravagant fantasies, especially those of adults who cling to childhood.
The influence of this asteroid may give a tendency towards the development of such fantastic worlds. The desire to escape mundane reality or to avoid adult responsibility may pervade life.
Neptune Opposition Thales, Orb: 0 deg. 14 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of pre-Socratic Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus (624-546 BCE). Thales was included in the canon of the "Seven Sages of Greece". He was regarded by Aristotle as the first philosopher of the Greek tradition.
Thales lived in the city of Miletus in Western Anatolia (present-day Aydin Province, Turkey). According to his biographer Diogenes Laertius, he was the son of Phoenician nobles. None of his writings survive, and his ideas are mainly known through the works of his students. One of these students was Anaximander (610-546), who became the teacher of Pythagoras (570-495).
Thales' is most famous for his cosmogenic theory of water as the first element, or the substance which existed in the beginning of the world, and from which all other elements later arose. This concept is elaborated upon by Aristotle in his text Metaphysics, in which it is stated, "For it is necessary that there be some nature either one or more than one, from which become the other things of the object being saved... Thales the founder of this type of philosophy says that it is water".
In addition to philosophy, Thales advanced the science of geometry. In this way he may have greatly influenced Pythagoras, who practiced a form of mathematical mysticism. He was also a businessman involved in the production and distribution of olive oil.
This asteroid may give a philosophical, mathematical and mercantile talents. The intellectual tradition of ancient Greece become a matter of personal importance.
PlutoCompulsiveness, Obsession, and a Sense of Mission
Pluto Conjunct Aspasia, Orb: 0 deg. 08 min.
Aspasia of Miletus was the companion of the eminent ancient Athenian statesman Pericles. Not much is known about her life. It is not even known if she was a courtesan or Pericles' wife. They had one child together, Pericles the Younger. Pericles had a marked influence on Athens during its Golden Age, and Aspasia had a marked influence on Pericles. They were inseparable. Aspasia counseled Pericles on matters of state, and other politicians envied and resented her power. She was written about by Plato, Xenophon, Antisthenes and others, many of whom satirized her relationship with Pericles.
This asteroid may give cultural influence and political power from behind the scenes. It may also grant a high level of importance to personal relationships and partnerships, which may be egalitarian and/or unconventional in nature.
Pluto Conjunct Hatshepsut, Orb: 0 deg. 03 min.
Hatshepsut was the 5th Pharaoh of Ancient Egypt's 18th Dynasty. She was not the first female ruler of Egypt. Others such as Merneith of the 1st Dynasty and Nimaethap of the 3rd Dynasty set the precedent. She did, however, have the longest known reign of any woman indigenous to Egypt. The exact dates of her reign are debated, but they may have been from around 1503 until 1482 BCE. Hatshepsut was noted for her foreign policy, which focused primarily on trade rather than warfare. She re-established the trade routes which had been previously disrupted by the Hyksos invasions. She also sent major trade envoys to the Land of Punt, a nation which may have existed in the Horn of Africa. One such expedition brought 31 live frankincense trees back to be planted in Egyptian soil. This was the first recorded attempt to import foreign trees into Egypt. Myrrh, ebony wood, ivory and animals were also imported from Punt. Hatshepsut also distinguished herself by being one of the most prolific monument builders in ancient Egypt. She employed the famous architect Ineri to construct many temples. Older temple complexes were also refurbished under her rule.
Hatshepsut was the only child of the Pharaoh Thutmose I and his wife, Queen Ahmose. She had one sister who died in childhood. Her father had several sons with his other wife, Mutnofret. Hatshepsut married one of these half-brothers, Thutmose II. They had one daughter, Neferune.
This asteroid may bestow a prestigious position in society You may assume a role uncommon for those of their gender. A wise, knowledgeable and judicious nature may manifest. There may also be a tendency to engage in ambitious architectural projects, as well as successful diplomatic and commercial ventures.
Pluto Conjunct Hippokrates, Orb: 0 deg. 56 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Hippocrates of Cos (460-370 BCE), an eminent physician of ancient Greece often referred to as the "Father of Medicine". Hippocrates founded the Hippocratic School of Medicine. The ideology of this school separated the field of medicine from the related practices of theurgy and philosophy. It also asserted that all disease arises from an imbalance of the four humors, or four types of bodily fluids.
Hippocrates advocated an attitude of professionalism for medical doctors. His "Hippocratic Oath", a pledge to practice medicine in an ethical manner, is still taken by new physicians today. He greatly advanced the systematic study of medicine in the Western world. He may have been the first to categorize ailments as either acute, chronic, endemic or epidemic.
This asteroid may confer an inclination towards the study of clinical medicine. Excellence may be achieved as a physician, surgeon or healer. The development of professional standards in one's field may also become a prevalent life theme.
Pluto Conjunct Hollandia, Orb: 0 deg. 53 min.
Hollandia is the Latin name for the Netherlands. This country, located in northwestern Europe, is bordered by the North Sea, Belgium and Germany. Its capital is Amsterdam and the seat of its government (a parliamentary democratic constitutional monarchy) is the Hague. The Netherlands is also called Holland. Its people and its language are referred to as Dutch. It is a densely populated and notoriously low-lying country, with over half of its residents living technically below sea level. Liberal social values characterize Dutch society. The country is also known for its vibrant visual arts, its tulips and its windmills.
This asteroid may ascribe personal import to this beautiful and unique European nation.
Pluto Conjunct Honoria, Orb: 0 deg. 06 min.
Justa Grata Honoria was a Roman noblewoman of the 5th Century CE. She was the daughter of Emperor Constantius III and Galla Placidia. Her brother was Western Roman Emperor Valentinian III.
Honoria was notably promiscuous and politically ambitious, using her sexuality to advance her power. She seduced her brother's chamberlain Eugenius and with him plotted to assassinate Valentinian and take the throne. When this depraved plan was discovered, Eugenius was executed and Honoria sent to live in a nunnery. She attempted to escape several times, eventually petitioning Attila the Hun for aid. Attila interpreted Honoria's plea for help as a marriage proposal, and demanded half of the Western Roman Empire as her dowry. When Valentinius interfered, denying the validity of Honoria's proposal, Attila and his armies waged war against Rome. Rome survived the onslaught only with the help of the Visigoths.
The name Honoria (a paradoxical title for this character) may be derived from the Latin honorem, meaning "dignity" or "reputation". It is from this root that the word honor originates.
This asteroid may emphasize themes of personal integrity, decency and justice. The choice to advance ones own selfish goals to the detriment of others may result in conflict and catastrophe. Moral and ethical dilemmas involving one's social standing and reputation may arise.
Pluto Conjunct Ingeborg, Orb: 0 deg. 31 min.
Ingeborg is a Scandinavian female name which has been applied to several Danish and Norwegian queens. It literally translates to "Protected by Ing".
Ing (or Yngvi) was an epithet of the Norse god Freyr. Freyr, whose name simply means "Lord", was among the Vanir, a group of earthly gods who battled against the sky-dwelling Aesir. An agricultural deity, he ruled the terrestrial forces of rain, sunshine, and plant growth; subsequently becoming associated with bountiful harvests and prosperity. His sister Freya was the goddess of love and pleasure. Freya and Freyr were the children of Njord, god of the sea, fishing and wealth.
This asteroid may grant a sense of divine protection. Good fortune in financial matters may be experienced. All endeavors involving the forces of nature are favored, particularly agricultural and botanical ones.
Pluto Conjunct Jacobi, Orb: 0 deg. 19 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Prussian mathematician Carl Gustav Jakob Jacobi (1804-1851). Jacobi is commonly celebrated as one of the greatest mathematicians of all time. He was particularly noted for his work with elliptic functions, and is credited with the development of the theta function, as well as the Hamilton-Jacobi theory. He is also known for his investigation of differential equations and rational mechanics. Jacobi taught mathematics at Konigsberg University, and was considered by his students to be a greatly inspiring professor.
The surname Jacobi is derived from the name of the Biblical patriarch Jacob, or Ya'aqob in Hebrew. Ya'aqob translates to "heel-grabber", as the Biblical Jacob supposedly held fast to the heels of his twin brother Esau in their mother's womb.
Jacob fathered twelve sons and one daughter with his two wives and their two servants. In the story most commonly associated with him, Jacob has a visionary experience in which he sees a ladder or staircase descending from Heaven to Earth, with angels going up and down. He hears the voice of God, who blesses him. In another portion of his legend, Jacob wrestles with an angel of God, who is sometimes identified with the Archangel Michael. After arising victorious from this struggle, Jacob is renamed Israel, which later became the title of the Land of Israel and its people.
This asteroid may confer a talent for mathematics and other forms of abstract thought, as well as an interest in education. A strong connection to that which one considers divine may develop, and visionary and ecstatic religious experiences may occur You may establish an important family or long-lasting tradition.
Pluto Conjunct Larry, Orb: 0 deg. 11 min.
This asteroid was named for American actor and comedian Larry Fine (1902-1975), best known for his involvement in the comedy trio The Three Stooges. Born Louis Feinberg in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Larry was trained as a violinist from an early age. In adolescence he took up boxing, before devoting his life to comedy. He was known for his outgoing and eccentric personality both on and off stage.
This asteroid may give an inclination towards theatrical and comedic activities. A gregarious and attention-seeking character may develop.
Pluto Conjunct Lorenz, Orb: 0 deg. 52 min.
The Germanic name Lorenz is derived from the Roman surname Laurentius, meaning "from Laurentum". Laurentum was an ancient Roman city situated between Ostia and Lavinium on the western coast of the Italian penninsula, just south of Rome. It was regarded by Roman authors as the original capital of the Italic tribe known as the Latins.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the geographic location of ancient Laurentum, as well as its cultural history and global impact.
Pluto Conjunct Otthild, Orb: 0 deg. 37 min.
Saint Otthild (also Saint Otila, Saint Odile, Saint Ottilia or Saint Odilia) is the name of two Christian saints, both closely associated with eyesight.
Saint Otila of Cologne was a princess turned martyr from the 4th Century. Her relics were said to cure blindness.
Saint Otila of Alsace (662-720) was the daughter of Etichon, Duke of Alsace. She was born blind, but regained her sight at the age of twelve when she was baptized by St Erhard of Regensburg, who had been led by an angel to accomplish the divine task.
In Germanic and Scandinavian mythology, the Norns (also known as the Sisters of Fate, the Three Sisters or the Weird Sisters) were a triad of female spirits personifying destiny. The three are often equated with the past, the present and the future. Greek mythology presents a similar sisterhood, the Moirae (or the Three Fates). Both the Norns and the Moirae have been portrayed as women spinning, allotting and cutting short the "thread of life". The three witches featured in the Shakespearean play Macbeth were inspired in part by these terrifying trinities. In their Germanic manifestation the Sisters of Fate are known as Wilbet, Worbet and Ainbet and alternately as Mechtild, Ottilia and Gertraud. In this scheme Ottilia, whose name literally means "wealthy", signifies the present.
It is of note that Classical myth contains another trinity of witches often correlated to the Norns; the Graeae or "Gray Ones". These three aged crones shared only one eye between the three of them, allowing only one sister at a time to see. The association of the two Saint Otilas with sight may echo this legend.
This asteroid may draw attention to themes relating to eyesight You may be blessed with exceptional sight or may overcome blindness. Pursuits relating to optics and optometry may be exalted. Concepts of fate, destiny, time and the present may also play an essential role in life. Wealth may be attained.
Pluto Opposition Patientia, Orb: 0 deg. 59 min.
Patientia is the Latin word for patience, as well as the origin of that word. Patience is the ability to suppress restlessness. It is also defined as the bearing of provocation, annoyance, pain or misfortune without complaint or loss of temper. In various philosophical and religious traditions, patience is considered virtuous. Ambrose Bierce, in his 1911 satirical work The Devil's Dictionary, described patience as, "A minor form of despair, disguised as a virtue".
This asteroid may bestow steadfast, enduring, diligent, even-tempered and self-restraining attributes.
Pluto Opposition Scania, Orb: 0 deg. 38 min.
Scania is a geographic region on the southernmost tip of the Scandinavian peninsula. It is now a province of Sweden, but before 1658 it was a province of Denmark. Scania is bordered to the north by the Swedish provinces of Halland, Smaland and Blekinge. It is bordered to the south and east by the Baltic Sea, and to the west by the Oresund Strait. Scania comprises about 3% of Sweden's land mass and currently around 13% of its population. Its largest city is Malmo, which was founded in 1275.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this northerly region.
Pluto Opposition Thessalia, Orb: 0 deg. 26 min.
Thessaly (Thessalia) is a geographic and political region in north-central Greece. It is bordered to the north by Macedonia, to the west by Epirus, to the south by Sterea Hellas, and to the east by the Aegean Sea.
Thessaly has been inhabited since at least the Neolithic age. During the 2nd Millennium BCE it was settled by the Mycenaens. During the 4th Century BCE a kingdom under Jason of Pherae was established there. This kingdom was conquered by Phillip of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great. It later came under Roman, then Byzantine rule. From 977 until 1014 Thessaly was occupied by the Bulgarians. In 1204 it was seized by Boniface I, Marquess of Montferrat, the leader of the Fourth Crusade. In 1224 it was ceded to Theodore Komnenos Doukas, the ruler of Epirus. In the early 14th Century the Almogavars, a class of soldiers and mercenaries from the Crown of Aragon, settled there. The land was subsequently ruled by Athenian, Serbian and Ottoman parties. In 1821 Thessaly joined other Greek regions in fighting the Greek War of Independence. However, it was not officially recognized as a part of the nation of Greece until 1881.
In antiquity Thessaly was known as Aeolus. This region held much significance in Greek myth as Mount Olympus, the home of the gods, is situated on the border of Thessaly and Macedonia. It was on the Plain of Thessaly, between Mount Olympus and Mount Oeta, that the Olympian gods fought their famous war against the Titans. In Homer's Odyssey, Odysseus voyages through this region. It is also cited as the place where the hero Jason began his quest for the Golden Fleece.
This asteroid may ascribe personal importance to the region of Thessaly and its rich history.
The AscendantHow You Approach Life: Your Stance Towards the WorldNote: A change of only a few minutes of birth time can changethe interpretations in this section of the report.
Asc. Conjunct Compassion, Orb: 0 deg. 58 min.
This asteroid was named after the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City "to honor the victims of disasters everywhere". Compassion is a feeling of strong empathy for the pain of others. The word is derived from the Latin compati, literally meaning "to suffer together".
This asteroid may bring attention to human suffering. A powerful desire to provide aid and assistance to those in need may develop. Humanitarian endeavors and acts of selfless giving are favored.
Asc. Conjunct Rosa, Orb: 0 deg. 55 min.
Rosa is a Latin name meaning "Rose". It is derived from the Greek Rhodon, also meaning "Rose".
Rhodon comes from Rhode, the name of the tutelary nymph of the Aegean island of Rhodes, famous in ancient times for the roses which grew there. According to Greek mythology, Rhode was one of the eldest Oceanids, the primordial daughters of the marine Titans Oceanus and Tethys. She is alternately described as the child of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. In Classical Greece the sweet-smelling rose became associated with Aphrodite and in the Roman era with her equivalent, Venus.
Roses were also associated in the ancient world with secrecy. In one Greek tale, Aphrodite's son Eros, the god of desire and sexuality, presents Harpocrates, the god of silence, with a rose. Haropcrates was the Greek interpretation of the Egyptian god Horus in his aspect as Harpa-khruti, or "Horus the Child". In this manifestation Horus was associated with the new-born Sun at dawn. He was portrayed as a boy holding his fingers to his lips, a gesture indicating childhood in Egypt, which the Greeks interpreted as a symbol of silence.
In Classical and Medieval times roses were painted on or hung from the ceiling in meeting rooms to remind the participants to keep the information shared hidden from others. This led to the Latin phrase sub rosa, literally meaning "under the rose", which came to denote confidentiality. In this context roses were also carved into Catholic confessional booths, reminding those confessing that their secrets would be kept.
Roses were also associated with silence in Celtic folklore, where it was thought that a restless screaming spirit could be silenced by being presented with a wild rose on the New Moon.
This asteroid may emphasize the Venusian themes traditionally symbolized by the rose; love, beauty, romance and sensuality. The keeping of secrets may also play an important role in life.
Asc. Opposition Sphinx, Orb: 0 deg. 57 min.
The sphinx is a mythical beast of antiquity typically portrayed as a lion with a human head. The word sphinx literally means "strangler", being derived from the Greek sphingein, meaning "to squeeze, to bind".
In Greek mythology, these creatures were often cast as guardians or gatekeepers. In the tale of Oedipus, for example, a female sphinx took up residence at the gate of the city of Thebes. There she presented everyone who wished to pass through the gate with her famous riddle; "Which creature in the morning goes on four legs, at mid-day on two, and in the evening upon three, and the more legs it has, the weaker it be?". The answer to the riddle was "Man", as human beings crawl on four legs in infancy, walk on two legs as adults, and walk with a cane in old age. Those unable to answer the sphinx's riddle were strangled to death by the monstrous creature. The riddle was finally solved by Oedipus, the returning king, who banished the sphinx from the land.
The Greek concept of the sphinx was inspired by the earlier Egyptian statues found at the entrance to temples. The most famous example is the Great Sphinx of Giza, positioned just outside of the Giza Pyramid Complex. This mysterious monolithic figure is currently thought to have been built between 2555 and 2532 BCE, making it the oldest known piece of monumental sculpture in the world. The meaning of these original Egyptian sphinxes in their own cultural context remains obscured. Neither is it known what the Egyptians called these creatures. Because of their cryptic origins, as well as their later association with riddles, the sphinx became analogous in the Western world with mystery.
In India and southeast Asia, similar stone statues of human-headed lions are evidenced. These figures are known as purushamriga (Sanskrit, "man-beast"), purushamirukam (Tamil, "man-beast"), naravirala (Sanskrit, "man-cat"), or nara-simha (Pali, "man-lion"). Like the ancient Egyptian sphinxes, these Asian man-lions are usually placed near the entrances of temples for the purpose of warding off evil spirits.
This asteroid may give secretive and enigmatic qualities You may serve as a protector or guardian of valuable objects and/or esoteric information. Aggressive and ferocious attributes may develop, as may a love of codes, puzzles and word games.
The MidheavenRecognition and CareerNote: A change of only a few minutes of birth time can changethe interpretations in this section of the report.
MC Conjunct Arnica, Orb: 0 deg. 13 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the Arnica genus of plants. This genus consists of about 30 species of perennial, herbaceous plants in the sunflower family. The best known species, Arnica montana, is used to prepare topical ointments commonly employed by athletes for sprains, scrapes and bruises as well as muscle, nerve and joint pain. It is lauded for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is also toxic if taken internally in significant doses.
The name Arnica is derived from the Latin arna, meaning "lamb". This genus was so named because of its soft, hairy leaves. Lambs are symbolic of gentleness and innocence.
This asteroid may bestow therapeutic talent and the ability to comfort others. A compassionate and pacific temperament is possible.
MC Conjunct Carnegia, Orb: 0 deg. 07 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of the Carnegie Institute of Washington. This institution supports scientific research, especially in the fields of plant molecular biology, developmental biology, global ecology, earth science and astrobiology.
The Institute was named for its founder, Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919). Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist who made his great fortune in the steel industry. He used his money to establish a multitude of libraries and museums as well as centers devoted to research, culture and education across the United States. He is sometimes cited as the second richest person in history.
This asteroid may give an inclination towards scientific and educational pursuits. Financial endeavors are also highly favored. Much wealth may be amassed and much knowledge may be gained.
MC Conjunct Cyane, Orb: 0 deg. 40 min.
In Greek mythology, Cyane was a nymph who bravely tried to stop Hades, the Lord of the Underworld, from abducting the maiden goddess Persephone. For her meddling, she was transformed by Hades into water. In other versions of the tale, Cyane is liquefied not by Hades but by her own sadness upon failing to rescue Persephone.
Cyane was associated in antiquity with a fresh water spring near the Sicilian town of Syracuse. She gave her name to cyan, a greenish shade of blue.
This asteroid may grant courage and the inclination to come to the aid of others, yet a tendency towards destructive melancholy. It may also bestow an affinity for water, and particularly springs.
MC Conjunct Hammonia, Orb: 0 deg. 27 min.
This asteroid was named in honor of Hamburg, Germany's second largest city. Hamburg is a city-state, one of the 16 Federal States of Germany. The Port of Hamburg, located on the River Elbe, is the second largest port in Europe, and the ninth largest in the world. It is known as Germany's "Gateway to the World", and is almost as old as the city itself. Hamburg began as a single castle (then called Hammaburg) built by Charlemagne in 808 CE. Its strategic trading location made it a desirable target for raiders, as well as a great asset. Since its establishment, Hamburg has been invaded by the Vikings, Poles and Danes. In the year 1350 the Black Plague killed nearly 60% of the city's inhabitants. Hamburg was also ravaged by the air raids of World War II. Despite these difficulties, Hamburg has always succeeded in rebuilding itself and renewing its prosperity. Today the Hamburg metropolitan area is home to over 4.3 million people. It is a thriving center of art, music, theatre and commerce.
This asteroid may grant personal relevancy to this extraordinary city.
MC Conjunct Hygiea, Orb: 1 deg. 00 min.
In Greco-Roman myth, Hygiea was the daughter of Asclepius, the patron deity of health and medicine. She was the goddess of cleanliness and sanitation. Her name is the root of the words hygiene and hygienic. She was portrayed in ancient myth, ritual and art assisting her father in his therapeutic endeavors by preventing disease. She is commonly depicted holding a serpent, the animal icon of Asclepius, and drinking from a water jar. These accoutrements were also typical of Sirona, the Gallo-Roman goddess of healing. Hygiea was frequently accompanied by her brother Telesphorus, a dwarf whose name means "Far-Carrying".
Hygiea's worship in Athens dates back to the 7th Century BCE. Her temples were also maintained in Corinth, Pergamon, Epidaurus and Cos. Cos was the home of Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine".
In Athens Hygiea's name was employed as an epithet of Athena, the virgin goddess of wisdom, craftsmanship, reason and strategy. It was also used as a greeting among the mystical acolytes of Pythagoras.
This asteroid may grant a love of cleanliness and an inclination towards medical, therapeutic and health-sustaining pursuits. The prevention of disease is a favored activity You may also be blessed with longevity and lifelong well-being.
MC Conjunct Nuwa, Orb: 0 deg. 50 min.
Nuwa (also known as Nu Gua or Nugua) was a creation goddess of ancient Chinese mythology. Nuwa is often portrayed as a serpent with a human head. She was said to have existed at the beginning of creation. Feeling lonely, she fashioned human beings and many other animals (including chickens, pigs, horses, dogs and cows) out of clay. Nuwa and her husband Fuxi, the inventor of writing and fishing, are sometimes referred to as the "parents of humanity".
Nuwa is also credited with repairing the crumbling Wall of Heaven, the collapse of which would obliterate the entirety of existence.
This asteroid may give a creative, inventive and productive nature You may work towards goals which benefit all of humanity. Parenthood may become an important part of life. The culture and lore of ancient China may also hold personal significance.
MC Conjunct Proserpina, Orb: 0 deg. 39 min.
Proserpina (or Proserpine) was the ancient Roman goddess of the Springtime and the Underworld. She was the Roman manifestation of the Greek goddess Persephone.
As the daughter of the Earth goddess Ceres (Demeter in the Greek pantheon), Proserpina was closely associated with the fecundity of the Earth, as well as with the annual renewal of plant life. She is sometimes described as the parthenogenic child of Ceres, and sometimes as the daughter of Ceres and Jupiter. Her name is etymologically connected to the Latin verb proserpere, meaning "to emerge" or "to come forth", as new leaves and flowers emerge in the spring.
In Rome Proserpina subsumed the worship of the goddess Libera. Libera, like Proserpina, was considered to be the daughter of Ceres. She was associated with earthly fertility and growth. Her father was the god Liber, whose name means "Free", an agricultural deity later conflated with the wine god Bacchus. Liber's festival of Liberalia, held on March 17th, celebrated the maturation of boys into adulthood.
The best-known story of Proserpina is that of her abduction by Pluto (the Greek Hades), the Lord of the Underworld. In this tale the maiden goddess was out picking flowers with her attendants when the Earth opened up and Pluto in his chariot ascended from the realm of the dead, carrying her below. A swineherd witnessed the incident and informed Ceres of her daughter's capture. In antiquity pigs and their tenders were sacred to Ceres/Demeter.
Ceres wept and pined for Proserpina's return to the surface of the Earth. She eventually returned with the help of Mercury, but since she had eaten several pomegranate seeds in the Underworld, she was obliged to spend a portion of each year with Pluto. Each year, when Proserpina goes down to the realm of the dead, Ceres refuses to make the leaves grow and the seeds sprout. This divine drama described the cyclical progression of the seasons.
The character of Persephone (Proserpina) was also prominently featured in the mythos of the god Adonis. Adonis was born out of a myrrh tree. When he was born Aphrodite thought he was so beautiful that she put him in a box and entrusted him to Persephone for safekeeping. Persephone, however, became enamored of Adonis and refused to give him back to Aphrodite when he was grown. The dispute between the two goddesses over the man was resolved by Zeus, who decided that for half the year Adonis would live above ground with Aphrodite, and for the other half below with Persephone. Adonis' dual existence mirrored that of Persephone herself.
Like Persephone, the dying and resurrected Adonis was linked with the yearly agricultural cycle.
In the legend of the sacred lyric poet Orpheus, Persephone/Proserpina is instrumental in the decision to allow Orpheus' deceased wife Eurydice to return with him to the land of the living. As a ruler of the Underworld, Proserpina was portrayed as compassionate. This role, however, commanded great respect and awe. In some instances it was forbidden to speak this goddess' name. In Greece she was euphemistically referred to as Kore (or Cora), meaning simply "Maiden". In the Odyssey Homer calls her the "Iron Queen".
Another story involving Persephone/Proserpina concerns a nymph named Minthe who was pursued by Hades/Pluto. Minthe invoked the aid of Persephone, who transformed her into the mint plant. This fragrant herb was therefore sacred to Persephone. It was used in ancient Greek funerary rites to mask the smell of death.
Persephone was also the mother of the minor goddess Melinoe, whose name means "Dark Thought". Melinoe was the patron deity of earthbound spirits. With her ghostly retinue she was known to roam the Earth at night, causing dogs to howl.
The Greek philosopher Empedocles (490-430 BCE) corresponded four deities (Zeus, Hera, Hades and Persephone) to the four classical elements of Fire, Earth, Air and Water. In this scheme Persephone was allied with the element of Water.
Persephone/Proserpina was traditionally portrayed robed and enthroned, often bearing a sheaf of grain.
During the Italian Renaissance Proserpina's popularity resurged, as she became a favored subject of artistic work. Her yearly return to Earth after months of darkness may have mirrored the resurgence of art, philosophy and culture which occurred during this time period.
The influence of this asteroid may herald many metaphorical or psychological cycles of death and rebirth. Recurrent personal transformation is possible. Concepts of the afterlife may play an important role in one's existence. Vital, attractive and youthful qualities may manifest. A position of authority in an area which frightens or intimidates many may be acquired. Agricultural, horticultural and botanical endeavors may be exalted, as may pursuits relating to fertility and rejuvenation.
MC Opposition Ara, Orb: 0 deg. 57 min.
This asteroid was named by its Russian discoverers in honor of the American Relief Association (ARA) for the organization's help in ending the Russian famine of 1922 and 1923.
Its influence may relate to themes of international cooperation, humanitarianism, generosity, appreciation and beneficence.
MC Opposition Cremona, Orb: 0 deg. 53 min.
Cremona is a city in the Northern Italian region of Lombardy. It was first settled around 400 BCE by the Cenomani, a Gallic tribe. In 218 BCE the Romans established their first military outpost north of the Po River there. The Roman epic poet Virgil, author of the Aeneid, was educated in Cremona. Since antiquity this city has been a center of agriculture and commercial trade. It is also noted for its production of musical instruments.
This asteroid may ascribe personal significance to this geographic location.
MC Opposition Gorgo, Orb: 0 deg. 15 min.
Gorgo was a Spartan Queen of the 5th Century BCE. She was the only child of King Cleomenes I of Sparta (520-490 BCE). Renowned for her intelligence and political insight, Gorgo advised her father on matters of state even as a young child. She is noted for being one of the only female figures described by the Greek historian Herodotus. She is also mentioned in the work of Plutarch. Gorgo married King Leonidas I of Sparta, who died at the Battle of Thermopylae, in which the Spartans defended themselves from Persian invasions led by Xerxes I. With Leonidas Gorgo had one son, King Pleistarchus.
This asteroid may give a tendency towards involvement in politics You may be a part of an influential family or social group. An astute, observant and sagacious nature may manifest.
MC Opposition Zephyr, Orb: 0 deg. 58 min.
In Greek mythology, Zephyrus was among the Anemoi, a brotherhood of wind gods. Each of the four Anemoi was associated with a cardinal direction and a season. Each also had a unique temperament. They were depicted either as winged men, horses, or gusts of wind. Hesiod asserted that the Anemoi were the sons of the star god Astraeus and Eos, the goddess of the dawn. In Roman myth, these four deities were known as the Venti.
Zephyrus was the god of the West Wind. He was associated with the springtime and was thought to be the gentlest and most affectionate of his brothers.
In some legends, Zephyrus is cast as the consort of Iris, the messenger goddess of the rainbow. In others, he is the husband of Chloris (whose name means "Fresh" or "Light Green"), the deification of the new growth of spring. In yet another account, amorous Zephyrus falls in love with Hyacinth, a handsome Spartan prince. Zephyrus competes with the god Apollo for Hyacinth's affection. Apollo is favored, and in anger Zephyrus blows a forceful gust of wind at the pair, accidentally causing Hyacinth's death. Mourning Apollo created the first hyacinth flower from the dead prince's split blood.
In the Roman era Zephyrus was known as Favonius, or "Favorable". Zephyrus also gave his name to the word zephyr, meaning "a gentle breeze".
This asteroid may ascribe importance to winds and breezes, as well as to the season of spring and the westerly direction. Love affairs and romantic partnerships may play an essential role in life. Charming, amative and emotionally sensitive qualities may manifest.