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British Columbia

Cards and Calendars

At last weekend’s gathering of Sunshine Coast Astrology, the topic of cards came up. I was reminded of something I read in a fascinating little book by Robin Heath: Sun Moon & Earth – an invitation to the alchemical wedding. I purchased the book (along with three others in the series) at the gift shop of the British Museum in London. I see that the book is available on Amazon, although it seems to have a different image – maybe hardcover vs paperback.

Even before the Introduction on page 1 of the book, I was blown away by some “trivia” about cards. Our standard deck of cards is related to the calendar! There are 4 suites of 13 cards each, representing the 52 weeks in the year. If you add up the numbers 1 through 13 (1 + 2 + 3 + 4, etc.), you get a total of 91 – the number of days in a season. All four season total 364 days. A Joker is added, bringing the total to 365 – the number of days in a year.

The author also has us notice that the Moon and Sun in the tarot are numbered 18 and 19. Eclipses (which occur under a special alignment of Sun, Moon and Earth) are grouped into families, having a pattern that repeats every 18 years. This is known as the Saros Cycle.

The Sun and Moon also have a 19-year Metonic Cycle. Every 19 years, within 2 hours of exactitude, the Sun and Moon will be in their same places in the zodiac. You may be aware that we are to have a Solar Eclipse on 2nd October 2024. Both Sun and Moon will be at 10° Libra. Guess what? Nineteen years ago, back in 2005, there was a Solar Eclipse on 3rd October at 10° Libra. Nineteen years before that, a Solar Eclipse on 3rd October 1986 at 10° Libra. And nineteen years from now, there will be a Solar Eclipse on 3rd October 2043!

The Mayan calendar, Stonehenge, the pyramids – all constructed with a keen awareness of the relationship between Sun, Moon and Earth. Isn’t it funny how we take for granted the knowledge of ancient peoples and assume that we are so much more advanced today? It’s humbling to be reacquainted with some old awareness in something as simple as a deck of cards.

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Speaking Engagements

Sunshine Coast Astrology Talk

Join us on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2024 from 11:30am to 1:00pm for the first gathering of Sunshine Coast Astrology!

As this will be our first time together, there will be something for every level – whether you are brand new to astrology, somewhat familiar with things, or a seasoned practitioner. The point is that we now have a forum in which to share our passion!

Topics will include:

  • Preconceptions of astrology and astrologers
  • A symbolic timing exercise
  • Getting your bearings with a natal chart
  • The chart of the day
  • Why the days of the week are in the order they are
  • An antiquated way of choosing when to get your hair done
  • A look at current energies
  • What astrology can do for you
Location: Rockwood Lodge

Ample parking, accessed from Pilot Way.
Rockwood Lodge is wheelchair accessible from the parking lot.

Taking transit from Vancouver?
  • From West Georgia Street, take the #257 Horseshoe Bay Express.
  • Take the 9:45 am ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale (Gibsons).
  • At the ferry terminal, board the #90 Sechelt Express bus. ($2 fare. Have a toonie ready.)
  • Ask the driver to let you out on Ocean Avenue, which is the second last stop.

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Uncategorized

Canadian Astrology Conference 2023

Join us for a fabulous weekend of astrology!

Featuring

  • Nadiya Shah, our amazing MC
  • Rick Levine, keynote speaker
  • Gaisheda Kheawok
  • Toby Aldren
  • Timon Harewood
  • Carl Klimuk
  • William Morris
  • Geni Picazo
  • Alex Trenoweth
  • Donna Young

Calgary Plaza Hotel
1316 33rd St. NE,
Calgary, Alberta

Join us in person or attend ONLINE.

Click for all the info!

CanAdian Astrology Conference
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Classes

Which House System in Astrology Classes?

Thank you to WK who reached out to me today. I thought other people might appreciate thinking about the issue of house systems, too, so I decided to share it in this format.

Hi Toby,
I am considering studying with you.
Do you teach using equal house system?
If so, what is your rationale for choosing equal house system?
There are key differences in house location of planets in the natal chart between different house systems. Does this not matter?
Can you shed light on the differences found in natal charts with the different house systems. 

WK

Hello WK,

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Astrology 101

Tell Me A Story (There are only six) – Part 6

All good stories have a challenge that needs to be resolved, and the astrological chart gives us a very simple way of sorting out those challenges. It all comes down to the opposition. What’s the 6-12 challenge?

Be Rational or Follow Your Instincts

The 6th and the 12th Houses are both concerned with health. The 6th approaches it from more of a scientific perspective — adopting a lifestyle including exercise and proper nutrition, for example. Things you can measure thrive very well in the 6th House. The 12th house, on the other hand, approaches health from a more wholistic point of view. In this realm, being attuned with Spirit will nourish body, mind, and soul.

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