Chart shaping Natal astrology

1 chart shaping

1.1 aspect patterns
1.2 hemispheres
1.3 jones patterns

chart shaping

the ascendant in sample chart marked asc , in traditional 9 o clock position of horoscope

chart shaping involves examining placement of planets in chart aspects form , positioning in chart relative 1 another. significant patterns or shapes occur in chart interpreted importance personality of native.

aspect patterns

while astrologer must note every aspect formed planets, aspects can grouped larger patterns must given particular attention in chart. main aspect patterns follows:

stellium: @ least 3 planets linked in series of continuous conjunctions. planets act if in conjunction each other, if not of them are. pattern gives huge emphasis sign occupied planets, regardless of sun sign.
grand trine: 3 trine aspects together. indicative of person @ ease him or herself, strong inner harmony, talents , abilities. may make person unable cope real adversity, , may produce weak, apathetic , condescending character.
grand cross: 2 pairs of opposing planets squared each other. proves make or break pattern; either person develops unusual strength of character, or feels crushed life. person have cross bear .
t-square: 2 planets in opposition squared third. tension typical of opposition aspect aggravated additional problems introduced third planet. obstructive feature blocking normal flow of behaviour of person. person needs develop activities represented missing arm of t-square achieve wholeness.
yod: 2 quincunxes joined sextile. indicates restlessness , instability. person gets drawn lives of others in ways difficult avoid, periodic crises , urgent calls assistance.

hemispheres

the houses grouped 4 main categories or hemispheres. horoscopes appear upside down in relation how compass points appear, ascendant marking eastern horizon traditionally appearing on left hand side. reason southern hemisphere appears in upper part of horoscope.

upper (southern) hemisphere 7th, 8th, 9th 10th, 11th , 12th houses. subject of or planets in hemisphere not affected actions of other people. or able distance around them , public events , movements, focusing firmly on own needs , feelings, or general cause of humanity important them. if planets grouped in 8th, 9th or 12th houses, subject have strong spiritual needs , values. planets grouped in 10th house make subject ambitious , politically astute; while if in 11th house or interested in humanitarian causes , education.
lower (northern) hemisphere 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th , 6th houses. subject of or planets in part of chart sensitive moods , feelings of others, , may suffer deal result. person may try live though family rather themselves, , may subjective in thinking. may choose of thinking , working @ home.
eastern hemisphere 10th, 11th, 12th, 1st, 2nd, 3rd houses. subject has of or planets in hemisphere self-starter chooses own path through life , sets own boundaries. not happy being burden other people, or being kept else. have burden of being initiator @ work , in personal life, little done them others. when planets in 1st, 2nd , 3rd houses, subject self-absorbed , convinced or own opinions ones matter.
western hemisphere 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, , 9th houses. subject of these planets in hemisphere need diplomatic in order keep around him on side. may looked after in way others, or else spend lives supporting , motivating others. when majority of planets in 6th, 7th , 8th houses or use energy fulfil needs others. subject may bring situation of being needed bringing number of children world love , care for.

jones patterns

the american astrologer marc edmund jones has listed 7 significant patterns occur in chart, based on positions of planets relative 1 another.

bundle : in pattern planets grouped form bundle within space of 120 degrees, or equivalent of 4 signs of zodiac. intense concentration of planets produces person equally intense , unrelenting in pursuit of personal interests. perspective , understanding of others limited, , difficult person share lives anyone. best course of life such person enter enterprises require deep concentration, persistence , commitment, or specialise in 1 area of expertise.
bowl : in pattern planets grouped bowl of 1 hemisphere of 180 degrees, or equivalent of 6 zodiac signs. pattern have particular force if planets contained within 1 hemisphere. person pattern self-contained, , go in search of enterprises meaningful, fulfilling , relevant. tend have ministerial quality seeks right kind of career or vocation produce greatest benefit , others.
bucket : pattern similar bowl except 1 of planets in opposite hemisphere others. lone planet, or singleton, serves handle, creating bucket form. bucket pattern indicates desire become associated activity in mainstream of society, person feels belong. however, means person expects world discover own unique talents, rather them trying fit in. direct efforts single purpose, , strive achieve objectives rather act solely own self-preservation. person behave according nature of singleton planet forms handle of pattern. planet exercise greater influence normal in chart, , important part of dynamic of person s activities , basic energy.
seesaw : in pattern planets form 2 groups on opposite sides of chart, groups no less sixty degrees or 2 signs apart. name suggests, produces person behaves seesaw , life following pattern of 2 distinctly contrasting alternatives. person can find difficult integrate these 2 sharply different parts of life, in competition each other. however, success produces increased sophistication , polished, knowing demeanour of person able deal of life s situations.
locomotive : pattern produced when planets contained within 240 degrees or 9 signs of zodiac, whole 120 degrees unoccupied. planet rises clockwise following empty space influence life of person pattern, no matter indicated sun sign. act locomotive of natal chart, driving individual achieve goals through determined , unrelenting effort, exceptional drive , fund of energy @ disposal. such person loner, waiting public discover truth of have been saying along.
splay : type of natal chart noteworthy because of presence of @ least two, 3 pairs (or conjunctions) of planets randomly distributed in splay shape around chart. person pattern have enormous talent , potential needs deliberate attention developed worthwhile skills. person individualist, no desire regimented or highly organized way of life, , seek avoid becoming trapped in routine. however, there difficulty there lack of relevance between different skill sets, person may not derive full benefit them. such person needs concentrate on getting act .
splash : name suggests pattern, or rather lack of pattern, occurs when planets randomly distributed around chart in splash . person pattern have diversification number 1 asset, universal , enriching mental outlook on life. person eager share life , resources universally possible, wherever need greatest. however, splay pattern, there danger of person scattering energy unproductively.




^ robert pelletier , leonard cataldo, ibid, pp166-68, 1984
^ sasha fenton, ibid, pp68 - 70, 1991
^ robert pelletier , leonard cataldo, ibid, pp 162-5, 1984 ; derek , julia parker, new compleat astrologer, pp 172-3, crescent books, new york, 1990