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February 20 to March 20
PISCES
(THE FISH)
The sign of the Poet or Interpreter
A mutable watery sign. Gentle, kind, retiring, sensitive,
unlucky, often melancholy.
Ruler: Neptune
Gems: chrysolite, moonstone
Color: sea-green
Metal: tin
Harmonious signs for business, marriage, or companionship:
Cancer, Scorpio, Virgo
The Piscarian Type
Evolved Type
The strength of the
typical Piscarian lies in his ideals and aspirations
rather than in his actions. He usually has little
worldly ambition, cares nothing for rank or power,
seldom succeeds in making money, and rarely accumulates
it. He is indifferent about restrictions and
limitations, so long as the inner self is left free to
feel, dream, and grow according to its own nature. Many
people born under this sign are attracted to the
cloister or shrink from society and from any
competition, rivalry, and strife. Many others go to sea,
or spend available recreation time on a yacht or fishing
boat, preferring the silent world of waters. With the
vast ocean below and the star-spangled sky above, they
rest content, calm and fearless; for solitude and
solitary musing are frequently the luxuries most prized
by the type, especially if their lives are in
uncongenial surroundings.
And yet it is difficult to say that any particular
profession is impossible or unsuitable for a Piscarian.
Individual commercial enterprise is least likely to be a
success; however, if the business signs - Taurus and
Virgo - are accentuated in his horoscope, the quick
intuition and plastic mind given by Pisces may favor
such undertakings. But as a rule the Sun, Moon, Neptune,
or any striking group of planets in Pisces must be taken
as inimical to worldly prosperity, because these
positions indicate that the native will never make it
his first consideration.
Curiously enough, the yearning for unity and the sense
of completion carries many Pisceans onto the stage. This
may to some extent prove trying and uncongenial, but the
actual work of interpretation always gives these people
intense delight. Receptivity of mind makes them accept
the thought of the poet or playwright as naturally as if
it were their own, and, once possessed or inspired, they
revel in calling up these necessary emotions. There, in
their turn, dominate the action, and so transform, for
the time being, the whole personality. Further, the
sensitiveness peculiar to the type gives Piscarians a
very special pleasure in feeling they are in touch with
their audience; for that is to them a foretaste of the
enlarged consciousness for which they yearn.
In proportion to their delight in such achievements,
however, in the measure of their despondency after
failure; in some cases fits of unreasoning apprehension
beforehand, and all the horrors of stage fright, are
recurrent. Analyses of the horoscopes of successful
actors and actresses show and amazing preponderance of
this particular influence; there are few, if any, of the
first rank without at least one planet in the sign.
Ellen Terry had a quadruple accentuation, consisting of
Neptune, the Sun, Saturn, and Mercury!
Apart from theatrical life, the true-born Piscarian
generally learns sooner or later that all the world is a
stage, and whether he plays lead or simply walks on he
realizes more fully than is possible for other men that
his life is only part of a stupendous whole, and that
the setting of the scene is transitory, elusive, and of
little importance compared with the rendering of the
piece. This is why many Piscarians are peculiarly fitted
to enter the church, the army, and the navy, or to take
employment in institutions such as hospitals,
universities, colleges, or in any other service which
emphasizes the fact that the whole is greater than any
of its parts, or teaches a man to regard himself as a
mere unit, whose duty it is to put self and self-seeking
aside. Government service is suited to this type;
because the salaries, though small, are steady and
regular. Life is often simplified for Piscarians by the
fact that they accept celibacy easily, and many,
especially women, lead cheerful and busy lives, content
to sink their own individuality and fill up the odd
corners of family life.
Primitive Type
The primitive Piscarian is
almost invariably an anxiety to his friends. Lacking the
spur of worldly ambition and even, sometimes, the desire
to be self-supporting and independent, he drifts
aimlessly through life, waiting vaguely for the prompter
and incapable of using his discrimination when the cue
comes. He will accept any suggestion that fits the
emotional need of the moment, and, as a variety of
emotional experiences is the true path of his evolution,
that condition is constantly changing. Like a rudderless
boat he drifts on a sea of sensations, caught by every
passing current, driven by every wind that blows. The
wistful yearnings for completion which make the real
compelling force of the sign are translated into
cravings for comforts, emotional excitement, and, too
often, for stimulants.
Even the fitness for celibacy and monastic life has its
dark side in the earlier stages, merely manifested as a
peculiar inability to understand the sanctity of
marriage or to appreciate the qualities of faithfulness
and loyalty. When highly developed, these people are
pure yet very loving; but at the primitive level they
are prone to strange adorations and antipathies which
they do not attempt to control - reveling in the
emotional exercise of a devotion that is positively
abject, or shrinking with repulsion from an apparently
harmless and innocent person. They are always more or
less psychic and intuitional. Unless training leads this
type in the direction of greater balance and
self-restraint, nervous irritability, varied by sudden
explosions of temper will become habitual.
Piscarians at this level also lack a sense of
proprietorship, and cannot see why they should not be
allowed to help themselves from the superfluity of
others. Commercial integrity and a conscientious
discharge of debts are altogether beyond them; and,
though if they have money they are always quite willing
to part with it, they can never understand why someone
else who has the cash at hand should not meet their
obligations for them.
Physical Characteristics
The stature is generally
rather insignificant; the skin is soft the hair fine and
silky, they eyes light, and the complexion pallid. The
best-looking among them have better proportions, clear
complexions, and dimples instead of wrinkles. All
disadvantages are generally atoned for by the plasticity
of feature, mobility of expression, and extraordinary
grace of movement and gesture. Even their somewhat
deficient coloring seems to change and brighten as they
forget themselves and their shyness in congenial
society. A touch of the Neptune influence often adds
great charm to childhood, and even in old age a certain
childlike grace is sometimes retained, making the
personality extremely lovable.
Piscarians are common in literature, but rarely play
leading parts. An exception is Hamlet, the precise
interpretation of whose character has been the subject
of much debate. He is psychic, emotional,
impressionable, prone to moods of loneliness and
despondency, liable to sudden outbursts of severity
which contrast strangely with his habitual gentleness.
He is deeply religious, yet unrestrained in his flights
of daring speculation, and so utterly devoid of ambition
that he declares that he could be bounded in a nutshell,
and yet count himself king of infinite space. Students
who wish to have a clear conception of the tendencies of
the Piscarian type should read and re-read Hamlet's
utterances, remembering, however, that in his character,
if authorities of Shakespeare are correct, we have
inextricably mixed up a youth of twenty and a man of
thirty. Many consider it practically certain that in the
original draft of the play Shakespeare gave poignancy
and pathos to the plot by making the unfortunate Prince
a student at college, (as certain of the lines seem to
show) and that his age was afterward advanced ten years
(with some of the more philosophic speeches added)
because Burbage was too fat and heavily built an actor
to play so youthful a part effectively. The play, by
judicious omission, can still be taken either way, but
at whatever age the character is read, the influence of
Neptune sways it.
Health
People strongly dominated
by the vibrations of Neptune rarely fear death. They are
frequently somewhat frail, but if the nature is finely
balanced and activities are wisely guided, they will
probably enjoy excellent bodily health.
Literary Style
The literary style of the
Piscarian is hard to define and practically impossible
to parody, for it is so plastic that it tends to vary
with the mood of the moment. It abounds in delicate
shades of expression and is characterized by appropriate
and illuminating turns of phrase. It is subtly
suggestive, graceful, natural, and never commonplace.
The works of Piscarians retain their hold upon the
reading public because they deal with underlying
realities, even while apparently discussing the ordinary
events of everyday life.
At his supreme moments the Piscarian's realization of
the essential unity of all things is so overwhelming,
that he finds utterance in marvelously pregnant phrases,
full of vitality and essential truth.
When Jupiter, the planet of the mind, is places in
Pisces, and Neptune is in any powerful position, then we
may expect to find a very high level of achievement from
people born under these configurations. Most astrologers
are agreed in thinking that Pisces was in a descendant
position when Shakespeare was born, in which case his
horoscope works out with Neptune in Gemini at the very
Zenith, thus making the Piscarian influence a dominant
one, and accounting for his marvelous intuition and
inspiration, as well as for the perfect ease and
naturalness of his expression.
In the New Testament, certain passages from St. John are
revealing. The most mystic - and consequently the most
Piscarian - of his chapters, "I am the vine, ye are the
branches," is a clear, concise, and illuminating
statement of the essential unity of the human and the
divine. And the passage beginning "Let not your hearts
be troubled" is also exquisitely perfect from the
literary point of view. Other saints and mystics of the
early Christian Church suggest the domination of Neptune
in their life and works. This is especially true of St.
Francis of Assisi, whose famous hymn proclaims his love
for his brother the Sun and his sister the Moon. The
life of St. Francis is one long record of ceaseless
devotion and self-sacrifice, and the descriptions of his
physical characteristics and constitution point clearly
to the influence of Pisces. His stature was
insignificant, his health fragile, and he had what his
devoted disciples envied as "the gift of tears." He was
utterly indifferent to the ties of home and kindred and
regarded all men equally as his brethren.
SUN IN PISCES
The Sun in Pisces tends to make the individual nature
emotional and receptive, meditative and imitative. This
is not the strongest of the twelve signs, but it gives a
very deep internal nature. Developed are extremely
altruistic characters, filled with an inexhaustible love
for all created beings.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Aries
This combination adds force and energy to the Pisces
sign, and gives more self-reliance and considerable
willfulness. There is positiveness, energy and activity.
The native is busy and brisk, interested in details,
full of ideas, words, enthusiasms, and is a copious
worker. There are likely to be hopefulness, ardor, and
active fancy. New causes or pursuits are taken up
eagerly, though sometimes with too much haste, so they
are dropped again. There is sometimes too much change
and novelty and too little persistence and self-control.
Though generous and kindhearted, the native may be
difficult to get on with, and may sometimes be his own
worst enemy.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Taurus
The firmness of Taurus strengthens the vacillation of
Pisces, and makes a kind, quiet, sociable, and pleasant
nature. The native is attracted to home and friends; he
is somewhat fortunate in money matters; he displays
carefulness, some economy, and a tendency to slow and
patient accumulation. There is some business ability as
well as musical or artistic ability. There will be
little ambition, and quieter or relatively subordinate
positions are more fortunate. This polarity tends toward
steadiness and conscientiousness.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Gemini
This combination produces indecision and an inclination
to restless activity and worry. The native is easily
affected by the moods of others, and is rather fanciful.
This polarity makes the mind active, yet there is likely
to be irresolution, or at least lack of continuity or
fixity of purpose. There is sometimes diffidence or
reserve, lack of enterprise, initiative, or ambition,
yet, the native learns readily and sometimes shows
decided precocity. A love of teaching or preaching is
often associated with this influence, and nearly always
a love of traveling. In some cases there are changes of
occupation or unnecessary changes of residence, or two
occupations are followed or two residences kept.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Cancer
This intensifies the imaginative and sensitive nature of
Cancer, and increases the receptivity and economy. The
emotional aspect is keen but not lacking in reflection,
and the whole nature is harmonious, sensitive,
imaginative, and hospitable. Feelings, emotions, love of
home and family, sympathy, kindness, and companionship
are marked. There is usually a strong attraction to the
mother, a resemblance to her, and also benefit through
her or her side of the family. Music, painting, poetry,
religious and charitable influences will be congenial;
and either directly or indirectly the native will
benefit through hospitals and charitable organizations.
There is a tendency to economy and carefulness
especially in small matters.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Leo
This combination produces a continual yearning for the
unattainable. It inclines toward the romantic, weird,
and mysterious. It often places those under its
influence in positions they cannot maintain, making them
erratic and liable to varying moods. Under favorable
planetary aspects they will have considerable ability as
writers. There are generous disposition, much warmth of
heart, sympathy, and charitable feelings, also some love
of outward show, much social ambition, a sense of
dignity and personal worth, a considerable regard for
appearances, and a love of fine surroundings, whether in
furniture, clothes, house, locality, or scenery. There
is apt to be more promise than performance. In some
cases there may be a lack of practical ability and
worldly knowledge; in others too free a rein is given to
sensations, feelings, and passions. The influence is
good generally for home, family, and children.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Virgo
Pisces is considerably improved by this combination. The
intuition is active, and the critical nature of Virgo
gives much inspiration. The native is a good worker in a
variety of directions, and possesses good all-around
abilities. He may be suited for literary, legal, or
medical pursuits, or well adapted for business. In some
cases there will be a receptive, self-distrustful
disposition, showing reserve, diffidence, and coldness;
but a positive and quietly affectionate nature can
easily be called out. Prudence, steadiness, and common
sense are well to the fore, and much may be done in a
quiet way. These people are likely to be esteemed, but
are rarely fortunate in a worldly sense.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Libra
This inclines the nativeto inspirational and spiritual
things. In a fortunate horoscope there will be a
benevolent, sympathetic, kindly nature. Those born under
this combination are usually popular, they easily make
friends, and are hopeful, cheerful, sociable, and well
disposed. They have much imagination, frequently some
special artistic faculty, and a great appreciation of
music and religion. They are inclined to associate with
others, whether as friends, partners, or companions, and
have no liking for a lonely or isolated life.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Scorpio
A good deal of energy works out through these two watery
signs and the combination produces practical and
executive business ability. Sailors, fishermen, wine or
spirit merchants, sometimes chemists, and people
connected with hospitals are found under this polarity.
The native will sometimes find himself in a calling that
does not wholly accord with his real nature, and yet
will be quite unable to change it; and the same often
happens with adopted habits and customs, from which he
cannot free himself. He is often misjudged by the world,
and may seem too positive, hard, conventional, or
unyielding, for the real inner nature is much more
kindly and sympathetic than it seems outwardly. The
character will wary a good deal, from generosity to
selfishness, from a hard-working self-sacrificing
disposition to self-indulgence or sloth, and from active
kindly emotions to jealousy, morbidity, and
vindictiveness.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Sagittarius
Although this is a somewhat excitable and irritable
combination, with impulsiveness and a propensity for
chatter, there is much sympathy in the nature, and
strong feelings of charity and religious sentiment. In a
good horoscope this polarity gives warmth, activity, and
expansiveness, which may tend in some philanthropic or
humanitarian direction in philosophy, in social and
family life, or in the world of art. In any of these
directions the native may attract considerable notice.
He will be a busy worker and accomplish much, while
fully appreciating easer, comfort, luxury, and the "good
things" of life generally. There is some ability for
public speaking or a public career. There is a love of
change, some likelihood of a change of occupation, and
many changes of residence, coupled with a general love
of travel, especially by sea. Two pursuits or
occupations may be carried on simultaneously. The
intellect is acute and penetrating, seeing both sides of
a question. There are great possibilities in this
polarity if suitably supported by the rest of the
horoscope. Otherwise the well-intentioned internal
nature will fritter its energies away in a multitude of
useless projects.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Capricorn
The Capricorn nature contributes a practical influence
here. There will be prudence, economy, forethought, and
ability in planning, organizing, and in the handling or
property and investments. The native has more
inclination for public than private life, but the
possibilities vary according to circumstances. There are
usually quietness, sobriety, and self-control. In some
cases there will be lack of initiative, and a tendency
to despondency; in others, the personality will appear
hard, reserved, and lacking in candor.
Sun in Pisces and Moon in Aquarius
This combination gives a quiet and retiring disposition.
The native makes friends easily, has many acquaintances,
and is likely to be popular. He is often better suited
to some public pursuit rather than a purely domestic
one. He has considerable power of imagination and a
fascination for the mysterious or weird, and is often
inclined toward musical or other artistic tastes. He has
sound judgment and a good memory. Local or national
public interests are likely to attract his sympathies
and enthusiasm.
Sun and Moon in Pisces
This combination gives a hospitable nature, but there is
a tendency to be over-anxious and restless. The
imagination is active, but sometimes rather morbid. The
native is usually sympathetic, imaginative,
good-natured, easy-going, romantic, and affectionate.
There is some inclination to religion, and the native
may be associated with charitable or similar
institutions. Psychic experiences rather easily manifest
themselves, and the same may be said of the imaginative
faculty through music, painting, or literature. There is
some love of traveling, of change, and novelty; this
tendency may also show as vacillation, irresolution,
lack of promptness and decision, unless harmonious
aspects or rising planets strengthen the character. When
Jupiter and Venus are strong in the horoscope, the
native will have a hopeful, buoyant, sociable, and
thoroughly good-natured disposition.
FAMOUS PEOPLE BORN WITH THE SUN
IN PISCES
Michelangelo: March 6, 1475
Handel: February 23, 1685
George Washington: February 22, 1732
Victor Hugo: February 26, 1802
Chopin: February 22, 1810
Auguste Renoir: February 25, 1841
Ellen Terry: February 27, 1847
Enrico Caruso: February 25, 1873
Albert Einstein: March 14, 1879
Vaslav Nijinsky: February 28, 1890
W. H. Auden: February 21, 1907
Rex Harrison: March 5, 1908
Zero Mostel: February 28, 1915
Svetlana Stalin Alliluyeva: February 28, 1926
Harry Belafonte: March 1, 1927
Edward Albee: March 12, 1928
Earl of Snowdon
(Anthony Armstrong-Jones): March 7, 1930
Elizabeth Taylor: February 27, 1932
Rudolf Nureyev: March 17, 1938
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