ASTRO WINDOW CLASSROOM - Lesson 9

August 2008

ASTROLOGY INSIGHTS AND GIFTS
By
Astro Window & Chasing The Moon

Astrology is an ancient mathematical science, craft and art that has stood the test of time. This fascinating science is rich in information about the human experience; offering to the individual another way in which to view himself, as a spirit, taking on human form in order to go through many life experiences, mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. I am very pleased to have this opportunity to share some intriguing information about your life and your relationships. This information is very similar to the information I offer my astrology clients, as a foundation for their natal horoscope reading (visit my web site for more information about horoscope readings, Saturn cycles, compatibility, astrology gifts and my background).

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Lesson 8

Politics

For the past year, presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton (a Scorpio) has provided the American people with a first-hand look at the attitudes, qualities and characteristics of her zodiac sun sign; tenacious, self disciplined, determined, relentless, persistent and hard working. The horoscope wheel is divided into twelve houses or areas of life, depending upon the date, time and place of birth, an individual will exhibit some characteristics of the sign Scorpio in one or two areas of life. So, in what area of your life, do you act like a Scorpio; marriage, sex, friendships, your daily work routine, philosophy, children, career, finances or some other?

The presidential candidate, John McCain, frequently refers to himself as a “public servant”, and in deed, the sign Virgo represents the one who is devoted, dedicated, diligent, discerning and wants to be helpful to others. The candidate, Barack Obama, was born under the zodiac sign of Leo; a sign associated with creativity, self expression, celebrity and leadership. The Leo loves life, has a zest for living and enjoys taking “center stage”. All sun signs are not a like; however, there are apparent similarities; for example, former president Bill Clinton, also has his zodiac sun sign in Leo. Do you see the similar traits between these two men?

Review of assignment 18
The classic movie “My Reputation” with Barbara Stanwyck is an excellent illustration of how the Capricorn-Cancer polarity is being worked-out. Miss Stanwyck plays a young widow with two young children. In the movie, she is struggling to break away from family traditions and her controlling mother (a great movie for women). In astrology, the sign Capricorn is symbolized by the mountain goat; slowly and cautiously, the goat ascends to the top of the mountain. Respect, reputation and integrity are of paramount importance to the Capricorn. Former president Richard M. Nixon (a Capricorn) climbed to the top of his mountain, only to fall off, through the lack of his integrity, honesty and responsibility, an important lesson for all those who are in a position of authority. President George Bush was born under the sign of Cancer, a sign symbolized in astrology, by that tenacious sea creature, the crab. Cancers avoid confrontation, are private people and have a deep love for their family, home and country. Similar to the crab, which would rather lose its claw than to surrender the food that’s in it, so too, the Cancer, also tenaciously holds on to his ideas, beliefs, investments, businesses and relationships, sometimes to his detriment.

Review of assignment 19
There are several classifications of the twelve Zodiac signs; one of which is the quadruplicities, these signs denote the mode of operation. Visualize a circle divided into four quarters; each quarter contains three pie shaped sections with a zodiac sign assigned to each section or house. The beginning of the horoscope starts at a point that corresponds to the number nine on the face of a clock (this point is referred as the ascendant or rising sign). The first sign and or house of each quadrant is called a cardinal sign or house; it denotes self starting, action, activity and the present. The first sign of the first quadrant Aries-1, Cancer-4 is the first sign of the second quadrant, Libra-7, first sign of the third quadrant and last, Capricorn-10, first of the fourth quadrant. The second sign of each quadrant, Tarus-2, Leo-5, Scorpio-8 and Aquarius-11 are called the fixed signs or houses representing stability, productivity and the past. The third sign of each quadrant, Gemini-3, Virgo-6, Sagittarius-9 and Pisces-12 are called mutable signs or houses denoting versatility, flexibly and the future.

Review of assignment 20
Astrology offers the individual many ways in which to view his life; in the movie “Being There”, the US president gave a speech comparing the “up and down” cycles of the economy to the four seasons of a year in a garden. When the horoscope is divided into four quadrants, it is symbolic of the four seasons. The first season begins with Aries, springtime, when there is new and rapid growth. Cancer represents summer, a time of continual development and growth. The Libra represents the autumn, a time of harvest and fruition, last, winter represented by Capricorn, a time to withdraw and retreat. Think about the season in which you were born, what did the garden look like? Believe it or not, it has a direct bearing on your consciousness.
The sun highlights the sign Leo between July 23-August 22, a time when the sun is warm and inviting, gardens are flourishing, children are playing and adults are taking vacations. In stark contrast, the sign Virgo, being highlighted between August 22-Sept.22, is a time of shifting consciousness; from fun, folly and a carefree attitude to one that is focused on work, service, order and common sense.

Assignment 21
Read about the zodiac signs Leo and Aquarius.

Assignment 22
Begin reading about the four elements, fire, earth, air and water.

Assignment 23
Become very familiar with the signs, their houses and their mode of operation. How do think the different signs get along with one another?
Draw three horoscope wheels; in the first wheel, list the names of the zodiac signs beginning with Aries and working downward. In the second wheel, write the number of each house. In the third wheel, list the mode of operation of each house.

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