| What Are 
      Aspects? An aspect is the angle between two 
      planets, based on the number of degrees separating them. For instance, the 
      birth wheel is a round, pie shaped chart which consists of 12 sections, 
      each of which consists of 30� for a total of 360�. If Mars and Venus (or 
      any other planets) are both in, say, Leo, there is no separation; these 
      planets are considered conjunct, or occupying the same space. However, if 
      Neptune were in Sagittarius we would say that Mars in Leo is trine or 120� 
      away from Neptune in Sagittarius. This means that Neptune and Mars are 
      four signs apart or four sections of 30�, or 120� 
      away from each other. Trine is the aspect. Though there are many aspects in 
      astrology, only major aspects are defined below.    
        
        
          | Conjunct     
            (Conjunction)0�
 | A conjunct aspect is one of the most powerful aspects in 
            astrology.      When two planets are 
            conjunct, their power is multiplied to have a dramatic effect on 
            your horoscope. Although this power occasionally combines 
            destructively, a conjunction is usually a beneficial influence on 
            your chart. If these two planets have negative aspects with other 
            planets in your chart, however, the conjunction may intensify this 
            negative energy. Similarly, if the two planets have positive and 
            harmonious aspects with the other planets, the conjunction will 
            magnify the positive energy. |  
          | Sextile60�
 | A sextile aspect is harmonious and generally positive. The 
            influences of two planets are combining in a positive way, perhaps 
            presenting favorable opportunities. This beneficial influence will 
            only work in your favor, however, if you invest the required 
            effort. |  
          | Square90�
 | A square aspect is unharmonious and discordant. The negative 
            influences of two planets are combining to produce discord, strain 
            and friction. Your strength of character is challenged. |  
          | Trine120�
 | A trine aspect is the most favorable aspect. Like the perfect 
            symmetry of an equilateral triangle (in which the three corners are 
            each 120 degree angles), a trine aspect is perfectly harmonious. The 
            beneficial influences of two planets are combined and multiplied to 
            produce positive energy, harmony & balance. |  
          | Quincunx150�
 | Planets that are five positions away from each other (5 x 30�) are said to be in a quincunx relationship 
            to each other. Generally, a quincunx is considered a neutral aspect, 
            but when Saturn is involved, it always forms a Turbulent Aspect with 
            the companion planet. |  
          | Opposite180�
 | The opposite aspect is unharmonious. The influence of two planets 
            are at cross-purposes, pulling you in different directions. The 
            result is discord, difficulties and strain in your life. It could 
            also represent a challenge or minor obstacle or that a part of your 
            life is going awry. |  
 
 
 
 
 
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