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Astro-logical Forecast for Wednesday 12/8/2010: Sabian Symbols, Julian Assange

Thrilling news in the astrological community yesterday: a reliable source revealed the allegedly accurate birth time of Julian Assange, which gives him a Ascendant of 18 Scorpio, to go along with his Scorpio Moon. I thought this would be a perfect case to talk a bit more about Sabian Symbols, since readers of this forecast may have noticed that I mention them at every New and Full Moon, and you might be wondering what they are.

The Sabian Symbols were divined in 1925 by astrologer Marc Edmund Jones and Elsie Wheeler, a medium.  One day in San Diego, the story goes, Jones held up a note card for each of the 360 degrees of the zodiac (the zodiac is a circle of 12 signs of 30 degrees each = 360 degrees). Wheeler channeled a picture — a symbol for each degree of the zodiac, et voila — yet another level of depth in the language of astrology emerged. Because a picture is worth a thousand words, n’est-ce pas?

OK, so now what. Well, what might the Sabian Symbol for 18 Scorpio tell us about Julian Assange and how he connects to the world and how the world perceives him?  The picture is “a wood rich in autumn coloring”. For more, we turn again to Blain Bovee’s really groovy book, Sabian Symbols & Astrological Analysis: “…the colors are rich and there is a special air about the season…autumn leaves also announce an impending time with the trees will be stripped bare, fully exposed….watch of enhancement skills; a knack for showing something or someone up for who or what they really are. Consider a nose for story; a tell-all nature; expose; the bare facts; an attitude of “que sera, sera”.

Isn’t that interesting? Aren’t you curious about what the Sabian Symbols might suggest in your horoscope? (the Sabian Symbol for my Sun at 9 Aries is “a crystal gazer” — big surprise there, huh?). Any questions about Sabian Symbols, drop me a line — I’m happy to clarify!

As for the daily forecast: Moon is still in Capricorn. Make it happen! You’ve got until 8:07PM NY time before the Moon goes void of course for the evening, giving you a chance to rest. A supportive connection between loving Venus and transformational Pluto can help you make a persuasive case for your bright idea — put it out there! It could lead to some constructive change. It can also make a night with your sweetie magically delicious.

Astro-logical Forecast for Tuesday 12/7/2010

Moon entered “make it happen” Capricorn yesterday at 6:16PM NY time, encouraging your plans for world domination. A communicative connection between Sun and Saturn (structure, control, discipline) reinforces the potential for accomplishment today. And wait…there’s more: Mars, planet of action leaves high-flying Sagittarius for earthy Capricorn, too, where it will meet up with ruthless Pluto and Mercury (which will be retrograde) on December 13th. Grabs for power, some of which could be quite brutal, are likely to hit the headlines this week. Karmically, of course, brutality will not serve you, but you can still put in a bid for enlightened empowerment. Just be mindful that others may not be as psychically clear as you are; this will help you cope with whatever trips they may be on.

Meanwhile, a brief look at Julian Assange…born July 3, 1971 in Townsville, Australia — birth time unknown — Sun in Cancer, Moon in Scorpio. The Cancer Sun can be quite devoted to building security, coupled with a need, suggested by the Scorpio Moon, for knowledge as a means of control; to be seen as a person of depth and significance; to be self-sufficient and seen as right.  Add to this a sense of being on a mission coupled with profound faith (Jupiter in Scorpio conjunct Neptune in Sagittarius), and a willingness to shake up the status quo (Sun squared by Uranus). Well, that works, doesn’t it?

No comment on yesterday’s “compromise” on the extension of the Bush tax cuts except to note that measures which increase the gap between the haves and the have-nots may increase the probability of even more radical measures to come, as suggested by the upcoming clash between rebellious Uranus and ruthless Pluto in 2012. Enlightened souls can still find many joys in life for which to give thanks; so take time to express gratitude for something — or someone — precious while you’re out seizing this day : )