What are aspects?
Aspects are angular relationships between planets in the natal chart. They show how planets interact with each other.
Major aspects: conjunction (0°), sextile (60°), square (90°), trine (120°), and opposition (180°). Aspects can be harmonious or challenging.
Major Aspects
Conjunction (0°)
0°
Merging of planetary energies. Amplifies both planets, result depends on their nature.
Sextile (60°)
60°
Opportunities, talents. Requires action to manifest. Easy planetary cooperation.
Square (90°)
90°
Conflict, tension, challenge. Stimulates action and growth through overcoming.
Trine (120°)
120°
Ease, harmony, natural flow. Talents come easily but may not develop.
Opposition (180°)
180°
Confrontation, polarization. Requires balance and integration of opposites.
Key Concepts
Orbs
Allowable deviation from exact aspect. Smaller orb means stronger aspect. Sun and Moon have larger orbs.
Applying and Separating
Applying aspect (planets approaching) is stronger than separating. Shows theme development or completion.
Aspect Patterns
Interpretation
Aspects show how planets work together.