April 17 Meeting

Featured Speaker:
Bradley V. Clark, PMAFMA has been a student of astrology for over 30 years. He has lectured for the AFA and NCGR accenting the mythological foundation of Astrology. He also uses his experience as a certified public accountant in lecturing on how to manage the business aspects of an astrology practice. Brad has been a NCGR member since 1984, is a professional member of AFA and a member of AFAN. He has served as NCGR National and Maryland Chapter Treasurer and is on NCGR's Advisory Board.

Some highlights from Brad's talk on Chiron:
Brad provided several handouts including a list of keywords, the Chiron discovery natal chart, the Saturn return chart of Chiron’s discovery, and some sample individual charts.
Chiron natal chart data: Nov 1, 1977 10:00 am PST, 34N09, 118Wo9, Pasadena, CA – Placidus
Chiron natal chart Saturn return: Aug 26, 2007 12:10 pm EST, Woodlawn, MD 39N19.22 76W43.42 Placidus

I just realized that every April 15, my Sun is opposite my natal Chiron in the 8th house, but what sustains me is that I love this subject.

My objective tonight is to look again at Chiron because it is coming up on its first Saturn return in August of this year (August 26, 2007).

Eris is at bottom of Chiron discovery chart. The story of Eris – she is the goddess that rules chaos. She’s close to my heart because I’m big on the goddess of Necessity – who represents form. They didn’t invite Eris to the party because they didn’t want any chaos. Out of spite, she formed a golden apple and threw it into the crowd. Venus and Hera got into a fight over who should have the apple. The 4th cusp can be either mother or father. Chiron did know his father but didn’t know his mom – she became a tree. Most of the story’s are genesis stories. Eris is the foundation of Chiron’s expression.

The Saturn return is coming up. It is a new cycle in our consciousness (Chiron was discovered on Nov 1, 1977). Look at the discovery chart in relationship to the natal chart and see what’s coming up.

Some examples of Chiron at work were given from charts of John Edwards, Deepak Chopra, Prince William, and Joan Didion. For example, Joan Didion, who currently has a hit play on Broadway – the Year of Magical Thinking, has moon in Chiron. She lost her husband and then a year later lost her daughter.

Chiron is involved in all of this. It’s a useful tool. You probably know the rule of three indicators before you call an event. Chiron is another tool for your toolbox. Chiron is now classified as a comet. What’s a comet? Water and dust – that’s earth. Scorpio is rising in the discovery chart.

Chiron is a highly significant representation of the evolution of astrology. The ancient forms, the archetypes are being refined and focused as befitting the changes we see in humanity. The great goddess Necessity to whom all gods and goddesses, even the fates and furies bow, says that all that is needed is provided. She maintains balance for the continuity of Life, which Joseph Campbell described as “eternity in love with the forms of time”. What we call death is also of her power that sustains the circle of returning and coming of all things. She is the essential form of creator to which all others are symbol and reference. What is not of her is the mystery and that is what we attribute to spirit. Chiron is her disciple of wisdom and her universal child; always old and young. His bond with necessity is what sustains him, and his story which is every man and every woman’s story in essence. What image in astrology is more accessible to us? Chiron represents the image of the life well-lived.

One keyword from Brad (based on the glyph) is OK. Brad did not discuss the keywords but provided a handout with a list of keywords.
Brad authored the following Chiron Keywords and Phrases and provided a handout:
Around Conception
Ulterior motivation, Hidden, Lustful, Fearful, Possessive, Illusion, Mind-body split, Brutality, Rape
Birth
Shock, Defective (genetic, congenital marked trait), Unwanted, Mother bond hunger, Scapegoat, Half-breed, Monster, Bastard, Orphan, Rejection, Rage, Heartbreak, Piercing pain, Prejudice, Discrimination for pride, Breakdown of order, Manifestation of unconscious, Great fortune, Disguised wish come true, Acceptance, Unconditional love from unexpected source
Fully Formed
Student, Teacher, Guide, Maverick, Playful, Horsy, Home lover; permanent residence, Ribald, Mother-bond recognized of all forms, Enlightened, Instinctual-mental union, Misfit, Oddball, Yearning/appetite, Alcoholic, Denial, Vengeful rage, Rapport with all, Harmony, Peaceful, Kindness, Wisdom, Yogi/Yogini, Guru, Facilitator (change in consciousness), Strength of the feminine (nature, the elemental), Physical stamina, Robust, Vigorous, Physical fitness, Love of exercise (in play), Highly sensual/sexual, Witch doctor, Highest civilized deportment, Consultant, Friend of the powerful and famous, Shaman, Bridge between the worlds/forms of consciousness, Fulcrum between limitation and freedom, Freewill of choice with price accepted, Physical impairment, Limp, Lame, Suffering in nature, Unconditional love of all of life and its forms, Beauty of life and all forms, Mannerly, Considerate, Compassion, Understanding, Comedian, Victim, Savior, Perpetrator, Loneliness, Eating disorder, Monument, Icon, Value of “mama’s boy” motif for success, Bondage, Prophet, Oracle, Recognition of the divine (eternal aspect) in all forms, Multi-faceted, Diverse heritage (ancestors), Willing sacrifice, Value of death, Everyman/woman, Expert, Martial artist, Healer, Herbalist, Homeopath, Alternative healing techniques, Individual path/purpose, Philosopher, Recluse, Hermit, Sage, Musician, Astrologer, Immortal, Initiator, A key, Talisman, Safety of form as disguise, Form as an anchor to explore light and dark realms (of mind/heart), The heart, Love as goal and vehicle, Eternal, Power of the small/individual, The center, Communicator, Servant, Dying god, Icon, Most accessible symbol for humanity, Acceptance of Death as part of life, Memory aid, A star (as Hollywood), Multi-talented
Suggested working mantra: oK (Okay) paralleling Om.

Brad also authored the following descriptions of Chiron in the Signs and Houses and provided a handout:
Aries & First House
The head; apparent physical wounding; birthmark or scar on face; limp; congenital condition; strong tendency to identify with being wounded; leadership in causes related to wound nature; rebel against limitations leading to wound; expert in field through own exploration; free thinker; independent; high self-sensitivity to be turned to others.
Taurus & Second House
The throat; modest beginning leading to immense wealth; genius, highly talented; slow, determined turning outward with positive expressions of possessiveness and guardianship; sees value where others do not; possessions as shield; value instinctive nature; unusual beauty.
Gemini & Third House
The arms and hands; Wound affecting communications ability; issues involving siblings; strong motivation for social skill development; ability to shift sides for perspective; adept at teaching basics for foundation; “disarming” clown, writers, publishers with 9th influence; editors; advertising, design.
Cancer & Fourth House
The breasts and abdomen; Wounding associated with father; lack of confidence in outer world pursuits; abandonment fears, sense of having wrong family; adoption and foster parenting; obsessive worry about security; may rise to high rank in business organization; CEO, advocate for children.
Leo & Fifth House
The heart; Loss through children; inability to have children; early fear of playing; unhappy youth; must learn to play; artists, musicians creating avant-garde; highly talented actors; entertainers, comedians, skillful teachers; animated.
Virgo & Sixth House
The digestive system; Chronic illness linked to wounding; alternative therapies; eating disorders; mind-body awareness; herbalists, nutritionists, chiropractors; homeopaths; quiet disciples devoted to working for inspired leader (guru); yoga; scholars; humility; healing self through service; compassionate attention to physical needs; nurse; health caregivers.
Libra & Seventh House
The kidneys; Wounding through one-to-one relationships; partner as healer; dependency; mental abilities unsteady with fear or rage; projection onto others; healing through counseling; psychologists; socially skilled mediators; diplomatic; brilliant strategists; leaders in battle; egalitarian; fair and respected judges; attorneys; advocates of equal rights.
Scorpio & Eighth House
The genitals; Sexuality issues; wound around gender identification; trans-gender; sexually transmitted diseases of chronic nature (AIDS, hepatitis-C, etc.); genetic conditions; power of control as shield; highly skilled surgeons; psychiatrists; acupuncturists; psychic healers; investigators; detectives; truth seekers.
Sagittarius & Ninth House
The thighs; Issues with ethnicity or religion; fear of foreigners; rationalization as shield (flawed philosophy); broad focus; sports injury; the unusual teacher; guru, higher-mind; zeal in questing; bohemian; persuasive; publishers; optimistic; lusty; playful, horsing around; ribald comedians; prominent jurists.
Capricorn & Tenth House
The knees; Wounding through the mother; problems with intimate relationships; abandonment fears; disengaged emotions as shield; career focused; slow to bloom; status seeker; striving to be the best; reach for the top of field; public service; administrators; professional astrologer; respected for wisom.
Aquarius & Eleventh House
The ankles; Wounding through friendship; Fear of group acceptance; envious; rationalizing as shield; humility; ability to detach; fair-minded arbitrators; future focused; pilots; cause-oriented; rebel against dictatorial authority; genius; group service; inventors; law-makers; coordinator for change.
Pisces & Twelfth House
The feet; wounding through inherited condition; Project of “shadow” in blaming others; withdrawal as shield; self-medicating; substance abuse; addictions; poisoning; dependency; high-sensitivity; healers; psychics; health practitioners; compassion as guide for service; the mystical teacher; multi-faceted actors.

Educational Session: Helmut Licht gave an educational session on the interpretations of planets in houses using an example keyword for each of the planets. The members participated by giving examples of how they experienced planets and associated houses in their life.

Announcements: Kitty Hatcher announced the following: - Helmut Licht will hold a free workshop on Declinations and the Vertical Zodiac at Kitty's house on May 12.

May 15 Meeting:
- Helmut will speak on Declinations and the Vertical Zodiac at our next meeting on May 15. Please bring your chart and an ephemeris (if you have one)!

- During the educational session from 7 - 7:45, Kitty will speak on Transits and Electional Astrology
Carolyn Lewis recommended that members interested in receiving NCGR certification start a study group. She passed around a signup form for those interested. A study group has been formed and will begin meeting on Thursdays starting May 31. Contact Carolyn for details.

Feb 20 Meeting

Featured Speakers
Judy Jakubowski and Will Fellows presented a talk on Magi Astrology. Judy is a psychologist at John Hopkins University as well as an astrologer. Will is an electrical engineer, inventor and astrologer who was also raised by an astrologer.

Summary of Judy's talk:
The intention of the talk is to give a basic understanding of Magi astrology as it relates to love relationships. Also to learn how to identify a soul-mated, true love, marital-type relationship. And also to learn how to identify someone who will break your heart.

Magi astrology dates back to 1625 when a group of monks formed a secret society of astrologers in China. They were known for their remarkable ability to predict certain matters like birth, marriages, deaths, war and peace. For hundreds of years this society remained very secretive and membership was very limited. The members left their homeland in the period from 1945-1948 anticipating that the communists would overtake China. They settled in Hong Kong. The society now has a world wide membership and a chapter of the society was founded in the U.S. in 1995. There is a huge website where you can get all of this information and more at www.magisociety.com.

The use of planetary geometry is one of the secrets of the Magi Society. And this refers to the shapes and patterns that are formed when you connect planets to each other. Analyzing this planetary geometry helps in predicting certain events. When three or more planets form a symmetrical pattern in the sky, they learned that the chances of an important event happening was very high. Those eight symmetrical patterns are the yod, t-square, grand trine, grand cross, golden rectangle, grand sextile, kite, and star of David. When planets form one of these symmetrical patterns it was considered to be a significant sign and celestial sign that a big event was about to happen. (Judy passed out a chart of herself and someone else and briefly explained the process of analyzing the relationship using Magi Astrology to determine the outcome of a relationship).The planetary geometry can determine who you are the most harmonious with.

The meanings of the planets help us in improving our success in matters of love. In matters of love, these are some of the most important meanings of the planets. Venus is considered to be a romance planet, has dominion over seduction, attraction, desire in the female, the art of making love, beauty and sex appeal. Mars is considered to be a sexual planet and has dominion over the sexual drive, especially in a male. Also the body itself, aggressiveness, energy, anger, and taking action. Pluto is considered a sexual planet and it is the ruler of sexuality, of lust, of obsessive desire and the sex act. Neptune is considered a romance planet and rules longevity and anything long term such as marriage. Jupiter is symbolic of forgiveness, selfless love, fullfilled dreams, wisdom and success. Saturn is considered the planet of control and dominance. It is the restriction of what is good and expansion of what is harmful. It also signifies temptations of all kinds and the inability to resist them. It is also symbolic of deceitfulness and lies. Uranus is symbolic of freedom and independence and the urge for both. It also represents excitement, thrill-seeking and change. Mercury governs communication, and the conveyance of ideas and messages. The Moon governs emotions, the psyche, fluctuating moods, and the subconscious. Chiron, according to this system, is considered a romance planet (rather than as an asteroid) and has rulership over emotional, ties, weddings, marriages, family, children and spouse. Therefore it represents the marriage and romance target. The Chiron linkage is the most powerful linkage in relationships. When two people are attracted to each other and form a Chiron linkage, they are likely to think they are in love.

Some basic terms used are: Aspects- only conjunction, trine, square, opposition and quincunx are used. In the declinations chart they use parallel and contra-parallel. Inner Aspect - the result of the alignment of two natal planets where each person is contributing a planet and the planets form an aspect angle to each other (3 degree orb maximum). Inner aspects tell about attraction or friction between two people. Trines, conjunctions, or quincunxes assist in compatibility and are called linkages. Linkages - inner aspects that promote compatibility between two people. Activation - stressful, create short-term attraction, but end in conflict.

In every woman or man's life there is a period of time reserved by the stars when you are meant to meet that special person. This is called your Cinderella Time, when you are the most desirable and intriguing. This would be the best time to fulfill your romantic dreams. This time occurs whenever transiting Chiron is making a magical angle to your Venus, Neptune, or Jupiter, or when one of these is transiting and making a magical angle to your Chiron. You only have a couple or so in a lifetime.

Summary of Will's talk:
Will's focus was discussing how Magi astrology can be applied. The Magi principles can be applied to your natal chart, a combined alignment chart, and transit charts. It's important, for example to choose your wedding day properly. He gave an example of the chart of Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston. Will explained the Magi process as applied to analyzing charts. Parallels are very key. Some planets that are not in aspect are in parallel.

Quick rules of thumb:
Look for linkages. Then looks for patterns that form. For example Tom Braden was born a superstar. He has three configurations in his chart, called a flying eagle. Take note of certain days, for example wedding days. Avoiding Saturn aspects. Make sure Chiron doesn't have bad aspects to the luminaries. Neptune is very important (the Divine plan). It shows how things in your total chart evolve. Appy the transits to your composites. List your magical aspects and your turbulent aspects for both your natal and composite chart. Look at applying and separating aspects. For example, a mercury retrograde can be applying to a natal aspect and activate it.

Will reviewed key points of charts of Michael Douglas and Katherine Zeta Jones. They were dynamic as individuals and more dynamic as a couple. They were born on the same day. Their composite chart shows that Katherine's Pluto is conjunct Michael's Chiron. There are three romantic super-linkages in their composite chart. Parallels are like conjunctions, extremely powerful. Their Suns are conjunct and superlinkages shown in the parallels.

Will also reviewed key points of Colin Powell and his Wife's wedding day chart. There was a Cinderella aspect where Chiron was conjunct Jupiter and trine Neptune. The Sun was also parallel Uranus. At the midheaven, the Moon was linked to Mars.

Brad Pitt married Jennifer Aniston on a heart break day. The Sun was conjunct Saturn inconjunct Chiron. You don't want Saturn to aspect Chiron on a special day. There was also a nuclear clash - Jupiter parallel conjunct Saturn parallel the Sun. Saturn wore down the energies of this very dynamic couple. There were two strong aspects that were difficult to overcome. You can find these charts on the Magi website.

Jack Nicholson and Angelica Houston - Although they stayed together 17 years, they had a Saturn clash, and a heart break clash in their composite chart.

Judy wrapped up the talk by explaining the 10 principles of Magi Astrology:
1. The most likely time to meet your true love is during a Cinderella transit.
2. The more Cinderella transits you are having, the more likely you are to meet your true love.
3. If you meet someone when you are having a heartbreak transit, it is likely this person will break your heart.
4. If a couple does not form a Romantic Super Linkage, it is unlikely that they will marry.
5. If a couple form a heartbreak clash, it is very likely that their relationship will end in heartbreak.
6. If a couple form a Sexual Linkage, they have to be careful not to mistake lust for love.
7. The more linkages a couple form, the more compatible they are.
8. The more clashes a couple form, the more incompatible they are.
9. If a couple form more clashes than linkages, they are not compatible.
10. If a couple marry on a bad astrological day, their marriage will likely result in heartbreak.

CDs of this talk will be available for $10.00 at the April 17 meeting.

Educational Session:
Helmut Licht discussed the grouping of the astrological signs by element (triplicities) and by mode (quadruplicity). He also discussed the meanings of the three decanates for each sign. Helmut provided detailed handouts.

A CD of this class will be available along with the CD of Judy and Will's talk at the April 17 meeting.

Announcements
Kitty Hatcher announced a new member - Nancy Bush. Nancy is a recent arrival from Texas and has been using astrology for many years.

No meeting in March because of the NCGR Convention at the Tremont Hotel in Baltimore.

Brad Clarke will speak on Chiron at our next meeting on April 17.

Carolyn Lewis discussed the plan for our group's Welcome table at the NCGR conference in March and asked for volunteers to man the table. Volunteer activities for those who had not yet paid were also offered.