Cicero - Self Initiation into the Golden Dawn Tradition_Part 01

TheTheoricus Grade 253
OPPOSITION
Angle: 180 0 Orb: 7 0
Considered: Unfavorable
Key word: PERCEPTION
Opposition is the widest aspect. This aspect occurs when two Planets are 180
degrees (six Signs) apart. This results in a "stand off" or stalemate between two
Planets. Opposition delineates rival factors in conflict, which if reconciled can balance
each other through the virtue of their polarity. The inherent value of opposition
is to cultivate awareness and understanding. This involves the recognition of
imbalances within oneself and using the counterbalance of the two Signs involved
to equilibrate the problem. Compromise between the polarized forces is achieved
through cooperation.
TRINE
Angle: 120 0 Orb: 70
Considered: Favorable
Key word: HARMONY
A trine occurs when two Planets are 120 degrees (four Signs) apart. This most
favorable aspect allows easy interaction between the Planets involved, both of
which when trined share a similarity of purpose. Trines allude to creativity, inspiration,
balance, ease of movement, pleasure, and the natural flow of things. This is
not always positive, however, since the lack of tension between Planets means that
there is no obligation to use the Planets to one's advantage. This may result in
complacency and the inclination to choose the path of least resistance.
(Agrand trineoccurs when three Planets are in trine with one another, all in
the same triplicity or Element. An Example would be a grand Water trine,where
the Planets involved would be positioned in all three Water Signs of Cancer, Scorpio
and Pisces.)
INCONJUNCT
(quincunx>
Angle: 150 0 Orb: 50
Considered: Unfavorable
Key word: ADAPTATION
The inconjunction occurs when two Planets are 150degrees (five Signs) apart. The
Signs involved within this aspect are totally unrelated to each other. They do not
share the same element, quality or gender (active/passive). Since they have little in
common, it is difficult to harmonize their energies.
Inconjunct is the most difficult aspect to understand because its effects are
not as noticeable as those of the other "unfavorable" aspects. There is a perception
of slight tension and disharmony that is hard for the conscious mind to grasp.
False hopes and self-delusion can result. A person experiencing inconjunction
often feels that some problem is about to be solved, yet the solution is constantly
just out of reach.