Astrology
Glossary

Represents career, social status, reputation, and life purpose. Also known as Medium Coeli (Midheaven). Professional success and public image are associated with this house.

Subconscious, spiritual realm, solitude, hidden enemies, and karma. Also known as the 'invisible house'. Associated with meditation, monastic life, and isolation.

Self, physical appearance, and first impression presented to the world. This house determines your rising sign and is the showcase of your personality.

Home, family, roots, and emotional foundation. Known as Imum Coeli. Childhood, parents, and sense of security are connected to this house.

Represents partnerships, marriage, collaborations, and open enemies. Opposite the 1st House, symbolizing the concept of 'the other'.

Transformation, sexuality, death and rebirth, inheritance, shared resources. Represents life's deep, dark, and transformative aspects.

The sign rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of your birth. Determines your physical appearance, first impression, and interaction style with the world. Cannot be calculated without birth time.

A single chart created from the midpoints of two natal charts. Represents the relationship itself as an entity.

Two planets at the same degree or very close (0°). A strong, intense aspect where energies merge. Its nature depends on the involved planets.

The transition point where one sign ends and another begins. People born in the cusp zone may carry characteristics of both signs.

Dividing each sign into three 10-degree segments. Each decan is ruled by a different planet, explaining differences between people of the same sign.

The unit of measurement for determining positions on the zodiac circle. The 360° circle is divided into 12 signs of 30° each. Each degree can carry individual meaning.

The sign opposite the Ascendant at the cusp of the 7th House. Represents the qualities you seek in partners and relationships.

A planet placed in the sign opposite to the one it rules. The planet's energy is expressed with difficulty and requires extra effort.

A planet moving forward in its normal orbital direction. Means the retrograde period has ended and matters gain momentum again.

Solar eclipses (at New Moon) and lunar eclipses (at Full Moon). In astrology, associated with powerful turning points, closures, and new beginnings.

The four fundamental energy groups dividing the zodiac: Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), Earth (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn), Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces).

An astronomical table showing the daily positions of planets. The fundamental reference source for astrologers' chart calculations.

The sign where a planet expresses itself most powerfully and harmoniously. For example, the Sun is exalted in Aries, the Moon is exalted in Taurus.

Four planets forming a square through 90° and 180° aspects. Carries intense tension and challenge but great transformation potential.

Three planets forming an equilateral triangle through 120° aspects. Shows areas of natural talent, harmony, and ease.

The lowest point of the chart, opposite the MC. The point representing roots, home, family, and your most private inner world.

The planet of expansion, luck, wisdom, philosophy, and abundance. Jupiter's placement in your chart shows where your greatest opportunities and growth areas lie.

The Moon's cycle consisting of New Moon, Crescent, First Quarter, Gibbous, Full Moon, Disseminating, Last Quarter, and Balsamic Moon phases.

Represents energy, passion, aggression, sexuality, and drive. Mars's position shows your motivation sources and how you express anger.

Governs communication, thinking style, learning, and information exchange. Mercury retrograde is the most well-known astrological transit, associated with communication and technology glitches.

The highest point of the chart, the middle of the sky. Represents your career purpose, social reputation, and public identity.

The threefold classification of signs by seasonal position: Cardinal (initiating), Fixed (sustaining), Mutable (adapting). Each element group contains three signs.

Represents emotional nature, instincts, maternal energy, and the subconscious. Your Moon sign reflects your emotional reactions and inner world. Changes signs approximately every 2.5 days.

The birth chart showing planetary positions at the moment of your birth. A map of your personality, potentials, and life themes. Requires birth date, time, and location.

The planet of imagination, spirituality, illusion, and psychic abilities. Stays in a sign for approximately 14 years. Associated with art, mysticism, and escapism.

The point where the Moon's orbit crosses the ecliptic plane from south to north. Shows the direction of our spiritual evolution, life purpose, and growth area.

Two planets facing each other at 180°. Creates tension, search for balance, and dilemma. Carries potential for awareness and growth.

The acceptable deviation from an aspect's exact degree value. For example, a conjunction with a 5° orb is valid within ±5° of 0°.

The most commonly used house system. House boundaries have unequal degrees and are sensitive to latitude differences.

The planet of transformation, destruction, and rebirth. Harbinger of deep psychological processes, hidden powers, and societal transformations. Stays 12-31 years in a sign.

The natal chart advanced using the 'one day = one year' formula. Shows inner growth, maturation, and personal evolution.

The optical illusion of a planet appearing to move backward as seen from Earth. Indicates periods of delay, revision, and introspection in related areas.

The natural ruler of each sign. For example, Mars rules Aries, Venus rules Taurus. The ruling planet's chart position strengthens that sign's energy.

The planet of discipline, responsibility, restrictions, and maturation. Known as the 'Great Teacher'. Saturn Return (around age 29) is one of life's significant turning points.

Saturn's approximately 29-year cycle returning to its natal position. Associated with the adult transition crisis, serious life evaluation, and maturation.

A 60° angle between two planets. Offers opportunities and harmonious energy but unlike the trine, requires active effort. Facilitates cooperation and communication.

An annual chart calculated for the exact moment the Sun returns to its birth position. Coincides with your birthday and reveals themes for your new year.

The point opposite the North Node. Represents past life experiences, natural talents, and comfort zones that need to be transcended.

A 90° angle between two planets. Creates friction, tension, and challenge but offers strong motivation and growth opportunity. Carries dynamic energy.

Three or more planets gathered in the same sign or house. Creates intense energy and focus in the related life area.

The star representing the self, life force, and core identity in astrology. The sign where the Sun is placed in your chart is known as your 'zodiac sign'. Associated with creativity, ego, and willpower.

Analyzing relationship compatibility by overlaying two natal charts. Planetary aspects, house overlaps, and compatibility points are examined.

A chart showing the effects of current planetary positions on your natal chart. Analyzes how current cosmic energies affect your life.

A 120° angle between two planets. One of the most harmonious aspects, representing natural talent, ease, and flow. Typically forms between signs of the same element.

The planet of revolution, innovation, freedom, and unexpected changes. Stays in a sign for approximately 7 years and has generational influences.

Rules love, beauty, aesthetics, values, and financial matters. Venus's placement in your chart shows your relationship style and what you value.

The period when the Moon makes no aspects after its last aspect in the current sign until entering the next sign. Considered unfavorable for new initiatives.

One of the oldest house systems. A simple and effective system where each entire sign corresponds to one house. Common in Hellenistic astrology.