Named after philosopher David Hume who was an imperialist.  Hard imperialists believe that there is no evidence for the existence of reality and that causality cannot be proven.  Reality is subject to one’s perception and thus it cannot be measured or analysed as all perceptions of reality are products of the mind. Hard imperialism states that reality as we know it cannot exist, from a modern understanding as in colour touch and taste are all electric signals sent to the brain whether or not we are experiencing a shadow of reality designed to aid biological survival is of equal probability to the idea that we are a highly complex computer programme.

Hume in the natal chart indicates areas where we are likely to reject assumptions of society in general and find our own unique interpretation of the facts.

Hume in aspect to Sun indicates unique perception of the world and own unique set of beliefs

Hume in aspect to the moon indicates strong belief in an intuitively felt reality that is unseen

Hume in aspect to Mercury indicates a questioning mind and unique thought prpcesses

Hume in aspect to Venus indicates a questioning of our own emotional responses and there ability to affect our judgement

Hume in aspect to Mars indicates desire to search for our own version of reality and find our own truth and path in life

 

Named after Socretes whose famous  Euthyphro dilemma was; is the pious loved by the Gods because it is pious, or is it pious because it is loved by the Gods?  This simple question has had major influence on monotheist religions and Christianity in particular.  “Is what is morally good commanded by God because it is morally good, or is it morally good because it is commanded by God?”  This question is particularly relevant today in regards to Gay marriage, as it say if its wrong according to your God just because he doesn’t like it, it means God is morally arbitary and not omnibenevolent and thus irrelevant.

 

Socretes is famous for saying the only thing he knew for a certainty was that he knew nothing and that made him the wisest man in Greece.

Sokretes in the natal chart indicates the questioning of the basis of our moral convictions and an appreciation of the fact we all lack complete knowledge.

Sokretes in aspect to the Sun strong awareness that our moral convictions are just our point of view and not necessarily right

Sokretes in aspect to moon questioning of the fairness and justice of our morals and compassion for other’s moral failings

Sokretes in aspect to Mercury strong questioning of the fairness of decisions for all

Sokretes in aspect to Venus strong desire to follow the golden rule (love one another) over set doctrine that seems unfair

Sokretes in aspect to Mars speaking out on issues of bias and unfairness and questioning morality of society in general

Sokretes in aspect to Jupiter strong belief in a fair and just God

Sokretes in aspect to Saturn awareness of the realities of life for those judged or treated unfairly

Plato’s analogy of the cave is his most famous philosophical analogy.  Plato’s analogy is that we are all chained facing the back of a dark cavern, with images (shadows) from a fire projected in front of us which seem real and is the only reality the individual can conceive of but are in fact deluded in their perception of reality as the images projected are shadow puppets used to control perception.

In an age of mass media this analogy takes on a greater meaning as we are all subjected to half truths and propaganda continuously.

Plato in aspect to Sun denotes a person who questions what lies behind what they are being told and seeks facts and information rather than believing the shadows are real

Plato in aspect to moon denotes gut instinct as to when they are been misled or fed false facts

Plato in aspect to Mercury denotes a questioning mind

Plato in aspect to Venus denotes an emotional questioning of what is being said when it is contrary to their intuitive and moral outlook

Plato in aspect to Mars denotes a drive to get the truth out there such as activism or whistle blowing

Plato in aspect to Jupiter denotes a questioning of ones own beliefs to see whether they stand up to inspection throughout life

Plato in aspect to Saturn denotes an understanding of the media and manipulation, strong sense of scepticism

Karl Marx was a philosopher whose writings with Engels created modern Marxism, the ideas of Marx and Engels existed before Marx but he helped explain how a Marxist revolution was inevitable within society the minute the proletariat realised the bourgeoisie were surplus to requirement and described the conditions under which this would take place.  The end point of Marxism is anarchy, the dissolution of the state and the political elite as only then is true equality achieved. Hitler in ‘Mein Kampf ‘stated that true democracy ultimately leads to Marxism – Sarah Palin’s redistribution of the money made by oil companies to the Alaskan population in compensation is the reason why she enjoyed an approval rating over 80% regardless whether the population agreed with any other of her policies even though right-wing it is the most socialist policy ever put into action by an American politician.

Marx’s view of religion especially organised religion was that it was a symptom of a disease which is the capitalist neo-feudalist system.  Religion is a means to distract people from their suffering by diverting their attention and desires towards an afterlife where all the wrongs of society will be righted instead of correcting society’s wrongs in this life.

Marx in the natal chart denotes our sense of social justice and desire for equality.

Marx in aspect to the sun denotes a strong altruistic streak and an advocate for equal rights,

Marx in aspect to the Moon denotes a strong believe in the human family as one and equality and human rights for all

Marx in aspect to Mercury denotes strong ability to reason the fairness of our actions and whether they support equality or are biased

Marx in aspect to Venus denotes strong compassion and understanding for the under dogs in life

Marx in aspect to Mars indicates strong political activism, whether that is human rights, or the environment

Marx in aspect to Jupiter strong belief in creating a fair and equal society for all

Marx in aspect to Saturn denotes ability to put ideals of equality into practical use

 

Emmanuel Kant was a philosopher whose writings created a field of ethics known as Kantian ethics. Basics of his ethics are: one must not treat an individual as a means to an end but rather as a means in themselves, there is nothing which is truly good except good will which is the adherence to ones moral duties regardless of egotistical concepts and other such factors, moral codes should be universal meaning applicable in every situation regardless of context. He also believed man could work out what was moral without being dictated to by the state or the church.

Kant in the natal chart thus concerns our ethical outlook on life, our sense of responsibility and duty to others.

Kant in aspect to sun denotes strong moral personality, in which the person follows their conscience whatever the consequence to themselves or others.

Kant in aspect to the moon denotes strong sense of duty and responsibility to ones family and community

Kant in aspect to Mercury indicates a strong moral code founded on the person’s experiences and reason which the person follows regardless of other’s opinions

Kant in aspect to Venus indicates a strong sense of respect for the rights of everyone and a considerate nature that sees all perspectives

Kant in aspect to Mars indicates a drive to live up to ones duties and responsibilities in life and to work for the betterment of all concerned

Kant in aspect to Jupiter indicates a strong belief in our own moral codes and reasoning

Kant in aspect to Saturn indicates strong sense of duty and responsibility to others throughout life

 

The origin of the goddess Nephthys is unclear but the literal translation of her name is usually given as “Lady of the House,” which has caused some to mistakenly identify her with the notion of a “housewife,” or as the primary lady who ruled a domestic household. This is a pervasive error repeated in many commentaries concerning this deity. Her name means quite specifically, “Lady of the [Temple] Enclosure” which associates her with the role of priestess.

“Ascend and descend; descend with Nephthys, sink into darkness with the Night-bark. Ascend and descend; ascend with Isis, rise with the Day-bark.”

Pyramid Text Utterance 222 line 210

Jessica Levai notes, ‘while Nephthys’s marriage to Set was a part of Egyptian mythology, it was not a part of the myth of the murder and resurrection of Osiris. She was not paired with Set the villain, but with Set’s other aspect, the benevolent figure who was the killer of Apophis. This was the aspect of Set worshiped in the western oases during the Roman period, where he is depicted with Nephthys as co-ruler.’

It is Nephthys who assists Isis in gathering and mourning the dismembered portions of the body of Osiris, after his murder by the envious Set. Nephthys also serves as the nursemaid and watchful guardian of the infant Horus. The Pyramid texts refer to Isis as the “birth-mother” and to Nephthys as the “nursing-mother” of Horus. Nephthys was attested as one of the four “Great Chiefs” ruling in the Osirian cult-center of Busiris, in the Delta.

Nephthys was also a beer Goddess and this may go somewhat to explaining her title of Lady of the temple as beer was often drank at festivals and rituals.  Nephthys is a goddess who gives the Pharaoh power to see “that which is hidden by moonlight.” This fits well with more general textual themes that consider Nephthys to be a goddess whose unique domain was darkness, or the perilous edges of the desert.  Nephthys was considered the unique protectress of the Sacred Phoenix, or the Bennu Bird. This role may have stemmed from an early association in her native Heliopolis, which was renowned for its “House of the Bennu” temple. In this role, Nephthys was given the name “Nephthys-Kheresket,” and a wealth of temple texts from Edfu, Dendera, Philae, Kom Ombo, El Qa’la, Esna, and others corroborate the late identification of Nephthys as the supreme goddess of Upper Egyptian Nome VII, where another shrine existed in honor of the Bennu.

the Bennu was a self-created being said to have played a role in the creation of the world. It was said to be the ba (soul) of Ra and enabled the creative actions of Atum.  It was said to have flown over the waters of Nun that existed before creation, landing on a rock and issuing a call that determined the nature of creation. It was also a symbol of rebirth and was therefore associated with Osiris.

Nephthys in the natal chart is associated with nurturing potential, seeing what is unseen i.e. potential talents and gifts still undiscovered and hidden from view that just need time and practice to develop and ripen where Isis creates Nephthys nurtures to fruition.

Nephthys in aspect to Sun indicates strong nurting nature and patience in dealing with children especially.

Nephthys in aspect to moon indicates strong intuitive understanding and empathy for others

Nephthys in aspect to Mercury indicates a strong sense of inner wisdom and intuitive insight

Nephthys in aspect to Venus indicates deep unconditional love for others may be used as a source of healing

Nephthys in aspect to Mars indicates strong intuitive abilities and drive to develop talents

Ptah conceives the world by the thought of his heart and gives life through the magic of his Word. That which Ptah commanded was created, with which the constituents of nature, fauna, and flora, are contained.

• Ptah the beautiful face
• Ptah lord of truth
• Ptah master of justice
• Ptah who listens to prayers
• Ptah master of ceremonies
• Ptah lord of eternity

Ptah in the natal chart indicates our creative nature and birth of ideas, invention, creativity and expression as well as our strength of belief in justice, truth, compassion and altruism.

Ptah in aspect to the sun indicates strong creativity and expression, strong sense of ethics and justice and a feeling of connection to the divine

Ptah in aspect to Moon indicates strong connection to ancestral beliefs, traditions and customs as well as a deep sense of compassion for others

Ptah in aspect to Mercury indicates great inventive and creative talents and creative writing and speaking in particular may be gifted

Ptah in aspect to Venus indicates strong connection to the natural world and a continued sense of awe and wonder as well as deep compassion and love for humanity

Ptah in aspect to Mars indicates strong creative and healing energy and a passion for the natural world, also indicates a crusader ready to defend others.

Sekhmet means the powerful one and was an Egyptian Lioness Goddess. Just as Jesus was called the Lion of Judah, in Islamic traditions Ali Ibn Abu Talibis called the “Lion of God” (Asadullah) by Shiite Muslims, Hamzah, the uncle of Muhammad, was also called Lion of God. The Lion symbolises strength of conviction, bravery and power but it also in conjunction with Goddesses shows a strong maternal instinct and protective nature.  The duality of this asteroid between the holy man and the brave warrior is understood in the sense of power that both have to change lives of their people for the better by the strength of their conviction.

Sekhmet in aspect to Sun denotes a powerful personality and strength of moral conviction.

Sekhmet in aspect to moon denotes strong protective and maternal instinct as well as strength to nurture and protect their community from harm.

Sekhmet in aspect to Mercury denotes a powerful thinker with gifted philosophical abilities

Sekhmet in aspect to Venus denotes the individual may have strong healing capacities and strong protective instinct

Sekhmet in aspect to Mars denotes a powerful and brave warrior prepared to take a stance alone if necessary in fighting injustice

Anubis the Jackel headed God welcomed souls into the next life and weighed their hearts before welcoming them into the land of the dead.  Anubis in the natal chart is all about weighing up our actions and deeds, considering the consequences of our behaviour on others and taking responsibility for our actions.

Anubis in aspect to the sun indicates a strong moral and compassionate outlook on life and a considerate nature.

Anubis in aspect to the moon indicates a strong sense of duty towards others especially family and a responsibility to guide future generations

Anubis in aspect to Mercury denotes great ability to reason different courses of action and their likely outcomes and effects on others

Anubis in aspect to Venus indicates strong compassionate and loving nature

Anubis in aspect to Mars indicates a strong sense of morality and desire to fight for justice

Anubis in aspect to Jupiter indicates strong faith in justice

Anubis in aspect to Saturn indicates a strong sense of responsibility and duty

Hathor is an ancient Cow Goddess of Egypt along with Isis she is said to be the mother of Horus and her name means the mansion of Horus.  Hathor is associated also with the Nile and childbirth in particular, when the waters break in labour it was seen as symbolic of Hathor.  Hathor also welcomed the dead into the new world, death was seen as a rebirth and it was very natural for Hathor to be connected as the Goddess of Birth.

The Cult of Osiris promised eternal life to those deemed morally worthy. Originally the justified dead, male or female, became an Osiris but by early Roman times females became identified with Hathor and men with Osiris.

Hathor in the natal chart is about the birth of ideas, creative expression, invention, nurturing, bringing joy and living in accordance with moral convictions.

Hathor in aspect to the sun denotes strong character and morals as well as a love of art and creative expression

Hathor in aspect to moon indicates strong maternal instinct and nurturing nature

Hathor in aspect to Venus indicates love of music, art , style and flair in clothing and decorating

Hathor in aspect to Mars indicates a strong protective maternal instinct and a strong drive for fairness and justice for all.

 

In archaic Egypt both Horus and Set were associated with royalty.  However the invading Hykos associated Set with their God and adopted him as their symbol of rulership in Egypt.  Horus therefore not only began to represent royalty for the Egyptians but notions of identity and heritage.  Horus came to represent what it means to be Egyptian, their heritage, culture and unity of the people under one symbol.

Horus in the natal chart represents our sense of identity, heritage and culture as well as our connection to traditions and ancestors Horus is a symbol of creativity and prosperity through our connection to the land and guardianship of it.

Horus in aspect to the sun denotes much creativity and strength of cultural / national identity.

Horus in aspect to the moon denotes strong sense of family heritage and connections to ancestors and the land.

Horus in aspect to Mercury is a love of folktales, mythology and traditional stories and ability to connect with themes and ideas contained in them.

Horus in aspect to Venus shows a strong connection to the land and a strong sense of the history of ancestors being contained within it, also indicates green fingers

Horus in aspect to Mars shows a strong passion for nature and an ability to be revitalised and rejuvenated by it as well as a strong sense of national identity

Coppicing is an English term for a traditional method of woodland management which takes advantage of the fact that many trees make new growth from the stump or roots if cut down. In a coppiced wood, young tree stems are repeatedly cut down to near ground level. In subsequent growth years, many new shoots will emerge, and, after a number of years the coppiced tree, or stool, is ready to be harvested, and the cycle begins again.  Coppicing maintains trees at a juvenile stage, and a regularly coppiced tree will never die of old age — some coppice stools may therefore reach immense ages. The age of a stool may be estimated from its diameter, and some are so large—perhaps as much as 5.4 metres (18 ft) across — that they are thought to have been continually coppiced for centuries.

The story of Osiris is one of coppicing where we are cut down and torn to pieces only to be reborn and form new shoots of life.  It is a story that is familiar to us all for it is the story of rebirth through trial, that strengthens our roots and gives us a strong foundation from which to start again.  Osiris in the natal chart represents growth and strengthening through trial and tribulation.

Osiris in aspect to the Sun will denote many trials in life that will make the person develop a strong character and powerful sense of identity.

Osiris in aspect to the Moon denotes much emotional upheaval and creation of a deeply compassionate and empathic understanding of the pain and suffering of others.

Osiris in aspect to Mercury denotes the ability to understand trials and trauma as a learning experience and to take on board any lessons from these events.

Osiris in aspect to Venus also denotes much emotional upheaval and creation of a deeply compassionate and empathic understanding of the pain and suffering of others.

Osiris in aspect to Mars denotes strong ability to grow and develop through trials and trauma with a determination to overcome and succeed in life.

Isis is connected to the flooding of the Nile, which fertilised the Nile delta by depositing nutrient rich soil.  In the mythology of Isis, Osiris and Horus there are various themes, Isis gathers all of the parts of Osiris this gathering of the parts is a symbolic reunification of the Egyptian people themselves and Egypt which at various points in history has been invaded.  Isis reunites and creates a whole nation once more the birth of Horus is a rebirth of Osiris, Egypt and its people and represents a renewal of strength and purpose.  Isis and Osiris are both connected to funerary rites, where the message of rebirth and regeneration were important themes.

Isis therefore in the natal chart exerts an influence of renewal, rebirth, fruition and  the nurturing of creativity, talent, family, community and the environment especially the natural cycle of birth, death and regeneration over which she rules.  Isis also symbolises the milk of human kindness which when shared unites us all as one human family as well as faithfulness, consistency and determination.

Isis in aspect to the Sun will indicate a strong nurturing and creative nature as well as loyalty and compassion for others.  These individuals are likely to be peacemakers.

Isis in aspect to the Moon will indicate a strong tie to the family and community in which they play a strong nurturing and supportive role working for the good of all.

Isis in aspect to Mercury will convey a strong understanding of the natural world, a creativity in speaking or writing as well as an attraction to altruistic ideals.

Isis in aspect to Venus will indicate a strong emotional connection to ideas of universal love and compassion for all, this also denotes emotional rebirth throughout life as the person rises anew from past traumas learning to trust once more in the fundamental goodness of humanity.

Isis in aspect to Mars denotes a strong drive to make a fundamental difference for good in the world and an attraction to environmental concerns and human rights issues.

Isis in aspect to Jupiter denotes faith in spiritual rebirth and rejuvenation of ideals and values throughout life.

Isis in aspect to Saturn denotes a strong connection to the earth and nature, and a stable nurturing figure that many see as reliable and there in times of crisis.