Chapter XXIV. PROGRESSED SOLAR DIRECTIONS

WHEN the Sun forms a conjunction, sextile, square, trine or opposition to one of the planets by progression the influence begins to manifest when the Sun is l1/^ degrees from the exact aspect, and it is felt until the Sun is iy2 degrees past the point of culmination. And as the Sun moves about one degree a day, and the time measure of directions is that one day equals a year, we may say that the influence of the solar aspects are felt for a period of three years. Their effects are particularly strong at times during this period when aspects of the progressed Moon or lunations vivify them.

The parallel is different from the other aspects. In the case of the slow-moving planets it lasts for a considerable number of years so that a parallel of the Sun and Saturn may operate for ten or more years, and a parallel of the Sun and Jupiter nearly as long.

It may also be noted that the conjunction and

parallel act principally upon the health, while the

other aspects also affect the business, social standing,

etc. Thus under the parallel of the Sun and Saturn

there would be a very protracted state of ill-health, while the parallel of the Sun and Jupiter would strengthen the constitution materially.

O P 6 * A 9 The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction, sextUe or trine to radical Venus.

If the radical Venus was well aspected this direction will bring a three-year period of unusual pleasure and enjoyment into the life. If the person is not already married an attachment will be formed and ripen into marriage of an ideal nature. If the horoscope shows artistic ability, this will receive a great impetus during the activity of this direction, and it will bring honor and social preferment.

O D 6> $ The Sun progressed square or opposition to radical Venus.

If the radical Venus was afflicted, this direction will bring a period of petty annoyances, social disgrace, trouble and sorrow, with a tendency to be slovenly and to look upon the dark side of life, but it can be overcome if the person will strive to be careful of his morals and personal appearance. "Where there's a will there's a way. ' '

O P 6 * % The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction or sextile radical Mercury.

If Mercury was well aspected at birth this will mark a period of unusual mental activity,

so that the person will be able to further his ambitions and succeed in business by new ventures, If the natal figure shows literary ability this is the time to make all efforts to produce something worth while. It is a good and profitable time to travel either for pleasure, in search of inspiration, or for the good of whatever business he may follow. Advertising will be found a most effective way of promoting business success under this direction.

O D ^ The Sun progressed square to radical Mercury.

The Sun cannot reach the square of Mercury until late in life, and comparatively few lives at that, therefore its effects can only be conjectured and it has no importance.

O P 6 # A D The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction, sextile, or trine to radical Moon.

If the Moon was well aspected at birth this direction brings a period of success and popularity. It increases the honor and esteem which the person enjoys in his environment, it brings favors from influential persons, employers, or the authorities, and if marriage has not already been contracted, this direction will most likely bring about a successful union. It is also an excellent time to form partnerships.

O D <? 2> ^e $?m progressed square or opposition to radical Moon.

If the Moon was afflicted at birth this marks a very evil period, replete with domestic unhappiness if the person is married ; discredit among the people with whom he is associated in business or socially, perhap.s imprisonment; loss by dishonesty of the partner, financial stricture or even bankruptcy. He is also likely to suffer severely from ill health, and if either the Sun or Moon are in Cancer, Scorpio or Pisces he may become a chronic drunkard.

O * A ^> The Sun progressed sextile or trine to radical Saturn.

If Saturn is well aspected in the nativity this direction will bring a steadying and consolidating influence into the life so that the person will be able to discharge his duties in a most effective, systematic and tactful manner. He will have greater opportunities for advancement than before, and will be able to assume the added responsibilities with credit. Much benefit may be expected from older people who will be drawn to him with full confidence. Investments in land, mines, houses, and similar things will prove profitable when made under this direction, and in general it gives a very deep insight into all problems of life.

O P 6 D 8 ^ The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction, square or opposition to radical Saturn.

If Saturn was afflicted in the natal chart these directions mark a period of very evil influence. This is especially true of the parallel, which lasts about ten years ; the other aspects are only active during the usual three years. Under these directions the person suffers disappointments and delays in everything he undertakes. No matter how carefully he may plan, something is sure to crop up to thwart him, and this is apt to breed a spirit of worry and pessimism which makes life seem a hopeless battle, with everyone conspiring to checkmate him. Financial difficulties make matters harder, and he is liable to incur the opposition of employers or the authorities. To crown it all, the health suffers, especially under the parallel; his vitality will be very low, and the recuperative power almost nil. All will depend on whether he can look for the silver lining to the cloud, and strive to learn the intended lessons, or whether he simply sinks down under the load and gives up. Forewarned is forearmed and students of Astrology have at least the knowledge that these trials are only passing. They know when brighter days will

O P 6 * A U The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction, sextile or trine Jupiter.

If Jupiter is well aspected at birth these aspects are among the most fortunate in the whole gamut of directions, for they indicate a period of financial prosperity, where every undertaking succeeds, hence speculation, investments, and new ventures in business will bring success and gain, the person will rise in popularity and es^ teem in the community or his immediate sphere of associations; he may gain much credit in connection with philanthropic or charitable undertakings, and he will enjoy much social success and domestic happiness. There is a tendency to travel or changes which will bring both pleasure and profit, and ambitions that for years seemed impossible of realization are likely to be gratified. Under these directions lasting friendships of benefit to the person are often formed. They also strengthen the constitution and bring radiant health, but the exuberance of animal spirits may later, under evil directions, bring disease. If this is guarded against the increased flow of vital fluid given by these directions will have a lasting beneficial effect on the health.

^^ Tlie Sun progressed square or opposition to radical Jupiter.

If Jupiter is afflicted at birth these directions denote a period of trouble and trials. Some-

one near and dear will pass out of the person's life, either by estrangement or death; lawsuits, financial losses and social disaster are threatened, with much opposition from other people. If he invests money or speculates each venture will prove a failure because of deception and misrepresentation of those with whom he deals. If he makes a change of business or travels to another city he will meet with worse conditions, the health will suffer and domestic infelicity will result.

O P 6 D 8 $ The Sun progressed parallel, conjunction, square or opposition to radical Mars.

If Mars is afflicted at birth these aspects mark an extended period of a very evil nature. There is a state of rash and reckless excitement which is apt to lead the person to do the most foolhardy things, hence a liability to squander his money, wreck his prospects in life, become crippled by an accident, or indulge in excesses which bring on fevers, boils, or inflammatory complaints. He should be particularly careful not to handle fire, hot water, explosives or firearms, and be guarded by insurance against loss by fire, sickness or accident. The reputation is also likely to suffer by scandal, therefore he should exert all his energy and will power to act with all the discretion possible to him and so endeavor to rule his stars.