Classical origin and traditional application of phase

When a planet is in phase with a star with similar properties, it is good for the planet, but if it is in phase with a star with different properties, it will cause damage to the planet, and the phase is different. Classical origin, numerology (psychology) and classical geometric philosophy-using the meaning of physical appearance, shape and form-directly affect the interpretation of phases in astrology. In classical astrology, two or more planets appear in a phase relationship, and the essence of this relationship is determined by the pattern they form. For example, if the planet separated by an angle of 120 degrees is one side of a triangle in the ecliptic circle, then its meaning is also derived from the triangle. The recognition of the number 3 is the core principle for us to understand their relationship. Malcus Manili uz (c. 10AD) explained in his book Astronomy how triangles divide the constellations in the zodiac into four groups of tripartite constellations and three groups of quadrilateral constellations. Similarly, mutually spaced constellations can be connected by hexagons, and opposite constellations can be separated by straight lines. Manili's texts are full of symbols of classical neo-Pythagoreanism, which perfectly show how similar the relationship between our contemporary corners is, and the main basis lies in the division and connection between the whole universe they show. The word aspect comes from the Latin aspicio, which means to stare. The word first appeared in the Middle Ages, but before that, similar words used to refer to in-phase planets were "gaze", "watch", "gaze", "witness" or "see each other". Many classic texts tell us that it is inappropriate to call convergence an aspect, because these combined planets can't see each other in sight, but are physically combined. Corp real/bodiel is usually used as the prefix of terms, which emphasizes that combination is integrated in essence, even beyond the blending of sight. Some astrologers claim that when the event happened at the same latitude of the yellow latitude, it was also applicable. In modern times, its role is to combine the influence of participating planets. Most minor aspects of modern astrology are not recognized in classical astrology. The fact is, as far as their philosophical system is concerned, they will not accept the shape of the zodiac circle that cannot be closed and completely divided. Only two small phases have a classical history: 30 degrees and a half minutes meet the requirements; And 150 pentagon-it brings the opposite meaning, because in fact, there is no possible phase relationship in the area it represents (as shown in the figure below). To a large extent, the semi-sextile is not considered, because its influence is too weak to be ignored, and because the angle between the two constellations is too slow, so that the planet between them cannot get a clear view. Manili Uss explained: They have to look at each other in distant constellations to see each other. In the case of adopting this article, it means that the adoption of phase conforms to the condition of fuzzy approximation; A relationship can't bring dynamic events unless it is supported by other evidence. Inconjunct's pentagonal phase refers to a planet with an angle of 150 degrees. It can't give a closed polygon in the ecliptic circle, and this combination itself means a state of natural disgust, which is considered unlucky or unfamiliar. The planets that form this geometry are regarded as mutually exclusive, marking an almost malicious lack of sympathy. In classical literature, ablepton often means invisible or invisible, while asynchronous means disconnection/separation, aversum means leaving, and alienum means unfamiliar/unfamiliar. Tri-phase is essentially the most favorable phase because its shape is harmonious and balanced. It has the ability to easily reach an agreement between planets and make them react favorably to each other. Whether the result is favorable or not depends entirely on the planet involved and the symbol represented by the planet-Saturn, a destructive fierce star, will inevitably have a mandatory disaster even if it forms a harmonious phase with the weakened Mars with violent energy. The square phase, also known as the quartering phase, is not a completely bad phase. Although it is impossible to provide consistency as simply as the three arches, in fact, these constellations have a strong line of sight with each other, which means that there is recognition and power flow between them. Manili Uss explained that the trine arch is stronger than the quarte arch, but they are not inferior to each other: no matter which planets participate in the quarte arch or the terminal position of the trine arch, they all have a natural alliance and universal laws, and they have the same friendship and rights that friends should enjoy. Only when the participating planets are bad stars or unlucky planets, the punishment stage will undoubtedly bring destruction, although many texts mention that acceptance or other forms of intimacy can bring positive effects. This example of the so-called bad stage being positively explained runs through the ancient books of Dorothy and Sidon. Here, we are told that if the third main star of the moon falls in a good position and is in the same house as the moon or in the house of shock/punishment/arch, it is better than if the third main star does not form a phase with the rising point or the moon. The latter is a harmful signal to this person. Dorothy reminds us that the nature of the phase relationship depends largely on factors such as strength, nature and the overall situation of the planets involved. The trine arch between Jupiter and Venus may mean fame, but he also warned that if Venus suffers, it means that it will lead to infamous shame through shameful relations. Similarly, if the participating planets are in good position, high status and friendly to each other, the four-part punishment will not bring harm. Dorosius pointed out that the three-arch stage is a stage with a lot of love, and the punishment stage contains a proper amount of love. There is no friendship with confrontation; This stage is a symbol of division based on the number 2 and a microcosm of separation and hostility. Only occasionally does it bring consistency-usually when the parties to the conflict go on strike because of unstable relations. Manili Uss admitted that the basic similarity between the two constellations is that they have the same gender of yin and yang, but other obvious differences still occupy the primary position: the two constellations facing each other form a hedge, and because of their nature, they often form a close relationship and support each other, because their gender of yin and yang is the same. But in this relationship, the season has an advantage: Cancer versus Capricorn. Although both of them are negative, it is not surprising that the two constellations are fighting because of the conflict between summer and winter. Antiphase is not only unfriendly, but also a very powerful phase, because planets have a clear and direct view of each other. Hexagonal phase is an obtuse angle with a weak line of sight, and its importance is often underestimated by classical scholars. When it is used, its origin comes from the number 3, which determines its interpretation. Dorothy mentioned that it is similar to the three-part arch stage, only weaker. The extension of application and tolerance assumes that the planet is in the anterograde state, so the phase generally refers to being projected by the faster moving planet and accepted by the slower moving planet. The projected planet is responsible for bringing the influence of phase and showing it, but as a receiving planet, its strength, dignity and general situation will determine its expression. It is also necessary to distinguish between input phase and output phase. Because in classical astrology, detachment represents early life, old people and past events; The phase is used to symbolize the younger people (people born after the parties), the late state of life, and the future. The attitude of classical astrology towards phase and tolerance is obviously looser than that of modern astrology. The simple rule is that no matter how specific it is, any planet in the two-phase constellation is also in phase. Sometimes, the constellation head is used to limit the influence of phase. As IbnEzra's works in the12nd century told us, he claimed that the conjunction of two planets was not considered in ancient times, even if they were within the allowable range, unless they were in the same constellation. However, although Ezra wrote this rule, he also disagreed: if two planets are in two constellations and influenced by the other star, it must not be called syncopation, because they are in different constellations. This is the view of ancient sages, but I, Abraham, as the editor of this book, don't agree with them. (Note: Ezra also put forward his point of view (maxim 36ofChapter8), thinking that combination will bring a desperate survival effect. If Planet A enters another constellation before the exact conjunction with Planet B, and Planet A continues to catch up and eventually catches up with Planet B, and at the same time, before Planet A catches up with Planet B, no other planet is in phase with Planet B, then after experiencing a desperate situation, the accounting is completed. In actual combat, many classical astrologers acknowledge the phase formed when the planet is within the precise tolerance range but crosses the constellation boundary. Similarly, even in the classical period, many works remind students to calculate the phase of constellation formation, and it is more correct to consider the actual degree rather than just looking at the philosophy of shape (that is, the phase between constellations). For example, a planet is located at 28 degrees in Leo. As far as the phase relationship between constellations is concerned, Sagittarius and the planet are 2 degrees arched, but if measured by degrees, the two planets are closer to the punishment phase. In classical astrology, the latter is called partile, which belongs to position-based phase, because it considers position (that is, degree) more than constellation. The phase judged according to the constellation relationship is called Platonic, which is based on plane and large area. In later astrology, partile usually refers to a close or perfect phase, while platick refers to a relatively loose phase or a loose phase within the allowable range. In most classical astrolabe judgments preserved by VettiusValens, the standard program for calculating phase seems to be based on constellations, because he is rarely bothered by the degree and position of planets. However, some paragraphs also show that this simple method is only applicable to general situations. In a case, he pointed out that the evil phase between Taurus and Virgo is because it is in a punishment position determined by the degree, from which it can be seen that the consideration of planetary phase independent of constellation relationship can not be completely ignored. Tolerance comes from the need to determine a limited range, and the phase calculated by degrees can overcome the phase correlation effect of constellation measurement. Basically, it tries to define perfection-that is, within that range, the most powerful force of the phase can be felt. Usually, the effect of phase can be reflected when the degree is accurate, but there are also various opinions about it. In the works of Ocuss, an tiao in the 2nd century, it was mentioned that the formation or coincidence of phase occurred within 3 degrees. 1 1 The works of Arab astrologer Al-biruni in the 20th century also contain a list of planetary tolerance, which is said to have been copied from the archives of porphyria work in the 3rd century. Unfortunately, there are no definite examples about the application of tolerance in classical astrology. We can only make a reasonable guess about their development according to the records in later literature. In Latin, orbis means similar to a circle or a range, and it defines the tolerance of a planet as the space around it. Some scholars have pointed out that the tolerance of a planet is equal to its own individual strength and can be regarded as a high-charge ring. Although invisible to the naked eye, it is full of the influence of the planet. We can say with great certainty that the tolerance between the sun and the moon is calculated from the distance they produce the solar mirror effect. The classical tolerance range of the sun is 15- 17 degrees. When the planet enters this distance, it can't be seen by the naked eye. The tolerance of the moon is about 12 degrees, which is the distance when the new moon appears as a luminous body again after the combination of the sun and the moon. Compared with other planets, it can be seen in a shorter distance because the moon is still a luminous body. These calculations can only be generalized because they are influenced by planetary illumination and the seasons at that time. Perhaps all planetary tolerances come from early experimental records covered by solar rays. The following table shows the basis used by the 4th century Roman astrologer Firmicus to calculate how far the sun is from the planet before the planet can be regarded as the morning star. The so-called morning star is a planet that rises on the horizon before the sun, while the night star is a star that sets after the sun. The amount of mercury is an exception (especially difficult to see with the naked eye). Compared with the classical tolerance table, we can find that the limits of other planets are similar. AbrahamibnEzra also gave a detailed and enlightening explanation, expounding the relationship between the planets and the sun. Another controversy is that, in any case, the bearing range of an alien planet should not be based on any visual arc, but only depends on the strength and advantages of the planet. Therefore, the outer planets Mars, Jupiter and Saturn are more influential, so they are correspondingly given greater tolerance than the inner planets Mercury and Venus. This may be because tolerance is developed from the confirmation of two factors, that is, it is basically based on the exposure range of Ethernet sunlight, but it can be improved by incorporating the influence of strength advantage. In the 1 1 century, Al-biruni wrote in his book "ElementsintheArtofAstrology" that the difference obviously lies in how appropriate the perfect range of restrictions is. We can see it through his explanation of various available definitions and the logic behind the system used. Some astrologers use a tolerance of 12 degrees on either side of all phases (subject to the tolerance range of the moon); Others use a tolerance of 15 degrees (subject to the tolerance range of the sun); They all reached their conclusions through Ptolemy. Ptolemy gave a special tolerance of 5 degrees to the rising point in his book Tetrabiblos, which seems so confusing that it is not surprising that the problem of tolerance is usually avoided. One of the earliest texts to solve this problem was written by the French astrologer Claude Dario (1533- 1594). His work provided a clear explanation for how to determine the tolerance, and his method became the standard of European Renaissance astrologers. As an introduction to tolerance, Dario first briefly mentioned that the phase can differ from the perfect phase by 6 degrees. But then he put forward his own more recognized system, thinking that the phase tolerance should be determined by the meaningful tolerance of two related planets. He pointed out that tolerance is a bit like the circle, radiation or ray of a planet, through which planets can be combined by their own phases or other phases. He followed the planetary limit range specified by Al-Biruni and explained that these calculations were based on the radius of each planetary tolerance. For example, the total tolerance of mercury is 14 degrees, so its two-sided tolerance is 7 degrees, while the total tolerance range of the moon is 24 degrees, and each side tolerance is 12 degrees. Although there will be some expected effects when the planets move towards each other, the so-called completion period (here we refer to phase formation) really begins only when Mercury and the moon touch each other's tolerance; At this point, the power of the phase begins to have a recognizable impact. This middle zone is called moietyoftheorb, which is derived from Latin medietas,15th century French written as moitié, meaning middle. According to Dario's calculation, the median values of the respective tolerances of the planets are shown in the following table: According to Dario, Mercury and the moon only begin to form a phase when they are 9.5 degrees apart-that is, half of their respective tolerances. (Mercury =3.5 degrees)+(Moon =6 degrees), from this point on, the influence of phase will gradually increase until it becomes perfect. After that, the phases begin to separate, but their influence will continue until the planets completely move out of their respective tolerances by half. Therefore, the phases involving Mercury and Venus begin to form when the two stars are 7 degrees apart (because their half tolerance adds up to 3.5+3.5=7 degrees). The tolerance of the sun and the moon is greater, 7.5+6= 13.5 degrees, which shows the great importance of the luminous body itself. Once the precise phase of planets is formed, they begin to enter the separation stage, but the influence of phase still exists until they move out of the half tolerance range. According to Dario's calculation, if the difference between the moon and mercury is 10 degrees, there will be no identifiable influence. Only in the last century, this tolerance began to be determined more by the nature of the phase than by the planets involved. It is hard to accept in this simplification process that some planets have far more influence than others. However, if we think that phase is only a feature to describe the energy combination mode of planets, we may realize that it is more logical to infer the allowable range of its influence according to the strength and authenticity of participating planets than to infer nature itself through the connection relationship of planets. In classical astrology, right-angled and ominous arches, squares and hexagons are sometimes called double-sided constellations because they can be projected by any planet on the left or right. If a planet falls in Aries and competes with the planet in Capricorn, it is called Dexter right angle phase (Dexter means right side); If it kills a planet in Cancer, it is called sinister (left corner). The explanation of these combinations is also related to the mutual perspective of Pythagoras' philosophy and constellations. Their line of sight is said to follow the daily movement of the starry sky, so Dexter's line of sight is natural and forward-looking, while the left-hand corner is artificial and backward-looking. The following figure shows how Dexter and Sinner are related to interstellar movement. Every day, planets travel around the earth from east to west. They appear on the horizon in the east, then run to the zenith and finally disappear in the west. In classical astrology, the movement of planets through the sky during the day is considered supreme, although it is almost ignored in modern works. Because we have lost quite a lot of understanding about the center of the earth, which depends on the basis of our symbolism, and the focus has been replaced by the counterclockwise movement of planets through constellations. This describes the astronomical movement of planets across constellations, but it loses the perspective of looking at the stars from the earth and ignores the significance of polarization between day and night. Classical astrologers believe that the movement during the day is centered on their artistic feelings and call it the natural movement of the sky. Manili Uss explained that when a constellation appears on the horizon, its line of sight is towards the constellation rising from the horizon before, not the constellation after. Aries is a sextuple of expectation for Aquarius, Capricorn is a 90-degree punishment phase, and Sagittarius is an arch phase. Capricorn looks forward to Libra, just as Aries looks forward to Capricorn, Cancer also looks forward to the distance from Aries, and so on. Cancer also belongs to the left of Libra: the previous constellation is counted as the constellation on the right. Dexter phase is therefore more direct, because the line of sight is carried by the displacement during the day, which is more powerful than sinister, and it is easier to produce a simple and expressive effect. Lost face is backward-looking, faint, disordered, inverted, or a little faint, because it runs in the opposite direction to the starry sky at night. This clause usually expresses the ancient and universal view that the right side is dominant and powerful, which is related to the nature of day, while the left side is hidden, passive, passive and night. So the word insidious is especially used to describe those things that belong to the left, which means dark, hidden or in an unnatural state. Classical astrology, which dominates planets, also tells us that the planet on the right side of the phase (note: the one on the front in terms of daytime movement route) dominates, restrains and suppresses the left side (the Aries moon dominates Mercury Cancer in the above picture, while Capricorn Saturn dominates the Aries moon). If a lucky star can dominate a bad star, the situation will be much better-it can reduce the destructive power of the bad star-which is better than letting the bad star suppress the good star. For example, Dorothy tells us that if Jupiter suppresses Mars through punishment, then this person will be noble, firm and compassionate. But if Mars suppresses Jupiter, then this person is boring, annoying and slanderous. Classical astrologers such as VettiusValens have made full use of the dominant planets. In the chart below, he describes how Saturn in Aquarius brought danger to someone for a year. At that time, he fell ill and escaped from the sea by luck, paying very expensive legal fees (but he won in the end). Vallans explained that although Saturn is in the seventh house of Horn Palace, it is suppressed by Libra Venus through the arch phase and Scorpio Jupiter through the punishment phase. Therefore, because Jixing suppressed Saturn and was in a condescending position, the serious damage caused by Saturn was contained and the misfortune of this person was alleviated. By analogy, when any planet falls in the 9th, 10 and 1 1 house, it will bring the strongest influence-especially in 10 house, because the transit leads the rise, so any planet falls in 10 house. Ptolemy pointed out that (except rising and falling), the only houses that still have dominant power are the ninth, 10,10/houses from the rising point, which is the key point of life.