Conjunctions in the Natal Chart

The Conjunction is an aspect that most Astrologers are drawn to in the Natal Chart. The Conjunction is the merging of two planets tightly configured in a small area of the chart. These two planets combine their energies and with these distinct dynamics so closely linked, they almost produce a new entity.

The interlinking planets are considered active if they are within 8-10 degrees apart. An example of this would be the Sun at 12 degrees in Pisces and the Moon at 15 degrees in Pisces. The closer the aspect is to being direct, (the above mentioned aspect is three degrees from being direct), the stronger the overall influence on the personality. As suggested, there is a lot of energy in a small area of the chart and if both planets are in the same house, that area of life is intensified. The Conjunction is a focal point in deciphering an Astrological Birth Chart. Also, when a planet moves into Conjunction through transit or progression (the movement of planets), it has the same effect and the energies merge and become one. Intensity is the key word for Conjunctions.

Individuals with several Conjunctions in their Birth Chart are self-driven, self-motivated and are confident enough with themselves and their abilities that they rarely look outside for assistance. Many focus their energies in the area of life represented by the house where the Conjunction is located.

The Conjunction is not classified as challenging or easy by aspect, but some energies work well together, such as the Sun and the Moon, while other energies create strife, such as Venus and Saturn. The later, however, can suggest stability on love. In most cases, there is always intensity and the energies represented by the planets involved will either work together or will not, depending on other aspects to the Conjunction.

When deciphering a Natal Chart, generally, we look at the Sun’s, Moon’s and Ascendant’s positions by sign and house and then consider any tight Conjunctions. Planetary configurations are also significant when interpreting a Birth Chart, and they play an important role in determining character traits and challenges with the personality. In a later post, we will go further into other Aspects, their significance in determining potential outcomes through transit and progression and will identifying character traits within the Birth Chart.

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