The Magical Astrology of Planetary Aspect Interpretation
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🜁 DEFINITIONES – What Is an Aspect?
In celestial magick, aspectus are the angular conversations between planets. These are not passive observations but rivers of force—energetic exchanges that define the sky’s temperament. Through aspects, the gods speak. Their voices manifest as ease, tension, synthesis, or conflict.
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🜂 CLASSIFICATIONES – Sacred Aspect Types
✴️ Harmonious Currents (Open Gates)
These aspects create balance, cooperation, and spiritual flow—ideal for manifestation, blessing, healing, and devotion.
• Conjunction (☌) – Two planets merge. They act as one, magnifying each other’s power. This can bring unity or intensity depending on the nature of the planets.
• Sextile (✶) – A supportive link that offers easy opportunities. This energy is helpful but must be activated consciously—like a door left ajar.
• Trine (△) – The purest form of harmony. Energy flows naturally and gracefully. These are gifts from the heavens that arrive without resistance.
⚔️ Challenging Currents (Forging Fires)
These aspects provoke friction, necessary for transformation, discipline, or evolution. They are sacred trials of the path.
• Square (□) – Two forces clash at a hard angle. The struggle creates tension that must be resolved through effort. These aspects build strength, clarity, and resolve.
• Opposition (☍) – A standoff across the wheel. Dualities are exposed, requiring balance or integration. Often involves projection and mirroring.
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🜃 GRADVS FORTITVDINIS – Understanding Strength
The potency of an aspect is determined by:
Orb – How exact is the angle? Tighter aspects are stronger.
Planets Involved – Outer planets (Saturn through Pluto) affect long cycles or the collective; inner planets (Sun through Mars) influence day-to-day or personal action.