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Astrology Second Edition by Madeline Gerwick-Brodeur and Lisa Lenard A Pearson Education Company 201 West 103rd Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 Illustrations from The American Ephemeris for the 20th Centuryused by permission. CopyrightACS Publications, 5521 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123-1314. Call 1-800-888-9983 to place orders. Illustrations from the Universal-Waite Tarot Deck reproduced by permission of U.S. Games Systems, Inc., Stamford, CT 06902 USA. Copyright 1990 by U.S. Games Systems, Inc. Further reproduction prohibited. Excerpts from the AFA Table of Houses, Placidus System are reproduced with the per- mission of Gregg Howe of Astro Numeric Service and the American Federation of Astrologers, Inc. Copyright 1988 by the American Federation of Astrologers, Inc. Tarot chapter written by Arlene Tognetti Numerology chapter written by Kay Lagerquist Palmistry chapter written by Anne Toth Palmistry illustrations by Elizabeth Toth Copyright  1997, 2000 by Amaranth All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval sys- tem, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher, the book producer, and the authors assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein. For information, address Alpha Books, 201 West 103rd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46290. THE COMPLETE IDIOT’S GUIDE TO and Design are registered trademarks of Pearson Education, Inc. International Standard Book Number: 0-02-863969-3 Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: Available upon request. 02 01 00 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Interpretation of the printing code: The rightmost number of the first series of num- bers is the year of the book’s printing; the rightmost number of the second series of numbers is the number of the book’s printing. For example, a printing code of 00-1 shows that the first printing occurred in 2000. Printed in the United States of America Note:This publication contains the opinions and ideas of its authors. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the authors, book producer, and publisher are not engaged in rendering professional services in the book. If the reader requires personal assistance or advice, a competent professional should be consulted. The authors, book producer, and publisher specifically disclaim any responsibility for any liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this book. Publisher Marie Butler-Knight Product Manager Phil Kitchel Managing Editor Cari Luna Acquisitions Editors Susan Zingraf Mike Sanders Book Producer Lee Ann Chearney/Amaranth Development Editor Michael Thomas Production Editor JoAnna Kremer Cartoonist Jody P. Schaeffer Cover Designers Mike Freeland Kevin Spear Book Designers Scott Cook and Amy Adams of DesignLab Indexer Amy Lawrence Layout/Proofreading Svetlana Dominguez John Etchison Mary Hunt Donna Martin Gloria Schurick Contents at a Glance Part 1: All About Astrology 1 1 What Is Astrology? 3 Even astrology has a history, so let’s debunk those myths. 2 Heavenly Revelations 13 Using astrology for love, money, and everything else in your everyday life. 3 Astrology Basics for Your Personal Forecast 25 Your birth chart—and all the mysterious symbols in it. 4 There’s More to You Than Just Your Sun Sign 37 Your ascendant, your planets, your Nodes, and your houses. Part 2: Touring the Zodiac: Sun Signs and Ascendants 47 5 Signs of Spring 49 The best and worst of Aries, Taurus, and Gemini. 6 Signs of Summer 61 The best and worst of Cancer, Leo, and Virgo. 7 Signs of Fall 75 The best and worst of Libra, Scorpio, and Sagittarius. 8 Signs of Winter 89 The best and worst of Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. 9 Ascendants: The Mask You Wear for the World 103 Finding and understanding your rising sign. Part 3: Good Heavens: Heavenly Bodies, Houses, and Your Astrological Chart 115 10 When the Moon Is in the Seventh House 117 The basics of your planets in their houses. 11 The Inner Planets: WHO Are YOU? 127 An in-depth look at your Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars—your personal planets. 12 The Social Planets: You and Your World 145 An in-depth look at your Jupiter and Saturn—the planets that connect you to your world. 13 The Outer Planets and the Nodes: The Bigger Picture 153 An in-depth look at your Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and Nodes—the planets that connect you to the universe. 14 Retrogrades: One Step Forward and Two Steps Back 167 Learning about retrograde planets and their energies. 15 Houses in the First Quadrant: Let’s Get Personal 177 A closer look at the First, Second, and Third Houses— where you’ll find your personality, resources, and sur- roundings. 16 Houses in the Second Quadrant: Establishing Yourself 189 A closer look at the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Houses— where you live, work, and create. 17 Houses in the Third Quadrant: Out in the World 201 A closer look at the Seventh, Eighth, and Ninth Houses— those places you connect with others. 18 Houses in the Fourth Quadrant: Wishin’ and Hopin’ 213 A closer look at the Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Houses— where you’ll find your career, goals, and subconscious. Part 4: Getting and Interpreting Your Astrological Chart 225 19 Getting Started 227 The basics for getting your astrological chart. 20 Lost in Space: How a Computer Calculates a Birth Chart 235 The math behind calculating your astrological chart. 21 All About Me: Interpreting Your Astrological Chart 249 Beginning your interpretation, plus aspects. 22 Using Astrology to Map Your Life 265 Transits, progressions, and windows of opportunity. 23 Should You Love the One You’re With? 287 A relationship astrology primer. Part 5: You’ve Done Your Chart, Now You Want More 299 24 It’s in the Cards 301 The basics of Tarot and its astrological connections. 25 Hand-y Forecasts 315 The basics of palmistry and its astrological connections. 26 Please Take a Number 333 The basics of numerology and its astrological connections. 27 In Tune with Your Cycles: Psychic Intuition and Astrology 347 Astrology and intuition; astrology and shamanism. Part 6: Astrology’s Spin on the Globe 357 28 Moon Phases: Our Unconscious Collective Mood Monitor 359 How Moon phases affect what we do and how we do it. 29 Astrology and the Natural World 367 Using astrology for a better garden. 30 The Best Timing for Better Business 375 Using astrology to improve your productivity and profits. Appendixes A Astrological Insights to the New Millennium 385 B Online with the Heavens 395 C Resources for the Starry-Eyed: If You Want to Find Out More 397 Glossary 403 Index 409 Contents Part 1: All About Astrology 1 1 What Is Astrology? 3 Astrology: The First Science..................................................3 Our Calendar Is Based on Astrology....................................4 Debunking the Myths ..........................................................7 The Planets Don’t Influence Human Behavior........................7 Astrology Is Not a Dark Art ..................................................7 Astrology and Science Can Peacefully Coexist........................8 Smart People Use Astrology....................................................8 Famous Astrologers ..............................................................9 The Three Wise Men ............................................................9 Pythagoras (580?–500? b.c.e.) ............................................10 Nostradamus (1503–1566) ................................................10 Isaac Newton (1642–1727) ................................................10 Steering by the Stars ..........................................................10 Getting in Touch with Ancient Rhythms..............................12 An Open Mind, a Curious Nature, and a Sense of Humor....12 2 Heavenly Revelations 13 What Astrology Can Reveal in Your Everyday Life............13 The Company You Keep......................................................14 The Signs and Your Career ..................................................15 Healthy in Mind and Body..................................................16 Cosmic Investments and Money Management......................17 Home Is Where Your Hat Is ................................................19 Horoscope Junkies..............................................................19 Free Will Versus Your Daily Forecast ..................................20 Can You Believe Everything You Read in the Papers?............21 Hot Lines: The Best Advice or Costly Rip-Offs?....................22 Astrology Is Everywhere: Going Beyond the Stars ............23 3 Astrology Basics for Your Personal Forecast 25 What Is an Astrological Chart?..........................................25 Your Chart Shows the Position of the Heavens at Your Birth......................................................................26 The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Astrology, Second Edition Energies, Qualities, and Elements (You Thought This Was Gonna Be Easy?)........................................................29 Energies: Two for the Show..................................................29 Qualities: Three to Get Ready..............................................31 Elements: Four to Go ..........................................................32 Let the Sun Shine................................................................34 What Is a Sun Sign? ..........................................................34 Top Five Reasons You Should Know Your Sun Sign ..............35 You Are Unique ..................................................................36 4 There’s More to You Than Just Your Sun Sign 37 Ascendants..........................................................................37 The Sun, the Moon, the Planets, and the Nodes ..............38 Every Heavenly Body Tells a Story ......................................39 Nodes? What Are Nodes, Anyway?......................................41 Planetary Rulers..................................................................41 Planet Power: Where Do You Put Your Energy?....................42 Houses ................................................................................42 Each House Is an Area of Your Life......................................43 Knock, Knock, Who’s There? Heavenly Bodies in Your Houses......................................................................44 Part 2: Touring the Zodiac: Sun Signs and Ascendants 47 5 Signs of Spring 49 Aries, the Ram: Butting Your Way In ................................49 The Ramifications of Being Aries ........................................50 The Best and Worst of Ram ................................................50 Rams in Love......................................................................51 The Healthy Ram................................................................52 Rams at Home....................................................................52 Rams at Work ....................................................................52 Rams and Their Money ......................................................53 Taurus, the Bull: Holding Down the Fort ..........................53 The Bull on the Bull............................................................53 The Best and Worst of Bull ................................................54 Bulls in Love ......................................................................54 The Healthy Bull ................................................................55 viii Contents Bulls at Home ....................................................................56 Bulls at Work......................................................................56 Bulls and Their Money........................................................56 Gemini, the Twins: Keep on Truckin’................................57 Twin Tales..........................................................................57 The Best and Worst of Twins..............................................57 Twins in Love ....................................................................58 Healthy Twins ....................................................................59 Twins at Home ..................................................................59 Twins at Work....................................................................60 Twins and Their Money......................................................60 6 Signs of Summer 61 Cancer, the Crab: Come to Mama (or Papa)......................61 Crucial Crab-iness ..............................................................62 The Best and Worst of Crabs ..............................................62 Crabs in Love......................................................................63 The Healthy Crab ..............................................................64 Crabs at Home....................................................................64 Crabs at Work....................................................................65 Crabs and Their Money ......................................................65 Leo, the Lion: King of the Jungle ......................................66 The Lion’s Roar ..................................................................66 The Best and Worst of Lions ..............................................67 Lions in Love......................................................................68 The Healthy Lion................................................................68 Lions at Home....................................................................69 Lions at Work ....................................................................69 Lions and Their Money ......................................................70 Virgo, the Virgin: Service with a Smile..............................70 Virgin Values......................................................................71 The Best and Worst of Virgins ............................................71 Virgins in Love....................................................................72 The Healthy Virgin ............................................................73 Virgins at Home..................................................................73 Virgins at Work ..................................................................74 Virgins and Their Money ....................................................74 ix

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