Astrology Buffs 5

Question 1

In astrology, what does a 'Yod' configuration require?

Accepted Answer

Two planets in sextile, both quincunx a third planet

Answer

A Yod (Finger of God) consists of two planets in a 60° sextile, both forming a 150° quincunx to an apex planet, creating a strong focal point.

Question 2

What is meant by a planet being 'peregrine' in traditional astrology?

Accepted Answer

A planet with no essential dignity in the sign it occupies

Answer

A peregrine planet lacks essential dignity — it is not in its domicile, exaltation, triplicity, term, or face — making it somewhat weakened or unpredictable.

Question 3

Which technique uses a rate of 1° of arc per year to advance all natal planets and points?

Accepted Answer

Solar Arc Directions

Answer

Solar Arc Directions advance every natal planet and point by the same annual arc equal to the progressed Sun's movement (approximately 1° per year).

Question 4

In Hellenistic astrology, what is the 'Lot of Spirit' (Daimon) associated with?

Accepted Answer

The soul's purpose and mental orientation

Answer

The Lot of Spirit (Lot of Daimon) relates to the soul's intent, mental activity, and the spiritual path, complementing the Lot of Fortune's focus on the body.

Question 5

What does it mean when an astrologer says Jupiter is 'dignified by triplicity' in a fire sign in a day chart?

Accepted Answer

Jupiter is one of the triplicity rulers of fire signs for day charts

Answer

Triplicity dignity assigns sect-based rulers to each element; in traditional systems, the Sun rules fire in day charts with Jupiter as the alternate day ruler of fire.

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Astrology Buffs 5