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11-25-2008, 10:29 PM
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Each sign of the zodiac is ascribed specific physical/psychological parts and physiological funtions of the human body. Each sign is therefore also predisposed to certain ailments/conditions usually in keeping with the body parts it rules. Planetary rulers of the signs also govern particular physical and medical components/processes within the framework of Medical Astrology.
Let us now do a top-down 'check-up' of the human anatomy and physiology in connection with their astrological rulers, beginning with the head:
ARIES - first sign of the zodiac - phyiscally - rules the head and brain as part of the cerebral hemisphere, forehead, eyes, nose, and the mouth as part of the face, hair, the cranium and the upper jaw
Aries - physiologically - as the sign of physical energy - rules the general distribution of energy as well as the faculties of the brain
Mars - planetary ruler - governs the blood haemoglobin, arteries, adrenal glands and the muscles
Aries ailments - are inflammations and rashes, headaches, sinusitis, nose bleeding, fevers and colds, burns, cuts and bruises (especially by any sharp objects like knives, razors, etc), and accidents; causes lie in excessive energies and movement, which disturb the over all equilibrium and cause exhaustion, violent outbursts of anger and impulsiveness.
TAURUS - physically - rules the neck and throat area, ears, tongue, larynx, tonsils, thyroid gland, the lower jaw and the senses in general
Taurus - physiologically - as the sign of physical endurance - rules convalescence and recuperative forces, as well as the general functioning of the neurohormones
Venus - planetary ruler - governs the endocrine glands, glycogen (blood sugar), the sensory system, and generally effects the autonomic nervous system
Taurus ailments - are those of the throat and neck, vocal chords, goitre, polyps and cysts, obesity, diabetes; causes lie in over indulgence in foods- especially sweets, laziness, and brooding.
GEMINI - phyiscally - rules the hands, arms, shoulders, tongue, trachea, lungs, thymus gland, upper ribs, fallopian tubes, urethra and ureters (co-ruled by Libra-Venus), the central nervous system and nerve fibre
Gemini - physiologically - as the sign of communication and connectivity - rules the speech, breathing, oxygenation of the blood and the general mental health
Mercury - planetary ruler - governs the brain and the mind, motor organs, tongue and speech abilities, hearing faculties
Gemini ailments - are speech and hearing problems, pneumonia, asthma, bronchitis, anaemia, nerve diseases and epilepsy, pulmonary troubles and consumption; causes lie in nervous reactions, mental distraction and restlessness.
CANCER - physically - rules the breasts, lower ribs, diaphragm, thoracic duct, stomach, solar plexus, uterus and the womb, upper lobes of the liver, pancreas, alimentary canal, gastric vein and blood serum
Cancer - physiologically - as the sign of nurturing and protection - rules the nutritional and reproductive functions
Moon - planetary ruler - governs the breasts and stomach, body fluids and lymphatic system, left male eye and right female eye, natural functioning of the body, and along with Venus the female organs in general
Cancer ailments - are irregularities of the furor, general functional disorders, digestive disorders arising mainly from the abdomen, liver and pancreas, flatulency, fluid retenion, diarrhoea, sclerosis, hormonal imbalances, plus emotional disorders like hypochondria, depression and hysteria; causes lie in emotional stress and hypersensitivity, worrisomeness, moodiness, pessimism, wrong diet and over indulgence in food.
LEO - physically - rules the upper and dorsal region of the spine and the spinal cord, the back, aorta and the heart, blood pressure, right male eye and left female eye, and general physical health
Leo - physiologically - as the sign of energy and vitality - rules the general physical vitality of the body, and functioning of the heart
Sun - planetary ruler - is the giver of energy and vitality through appropriate circulation of the blood
Leo ailments - are those concerning the heart, spine, dysfunction of the spleen and related blood problems, poor oxygen circulation and vitality, blood-pressure problems like hypertension; causes almost always lie in over-exertion of some sort.
VIRGO - physically rules - the abdomen, lower lobes of the liver, intestinal tract, alimentary canal and the sympathetic nervous system
Virgo - physiologically - as the sign of physical and nutritional health - rules the assimilation, digestion and absorption of food
Mercury - planetary ruler - governs the lower dorsal nerves and the bowels
Virgo ailments - have to do with digestive disorders mainly arising from the bowels and intestines, acidity and colic problems, allergies to certain foods and ingredients, appendicitis and constipation; causes often lie in over sensitivity of the abdominal region, malnutrition, excessive worrisomeness and a very sensitive nervous system.
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LIBRA - physically - rules the skin and its complexion, blood vessels, lumber region of the lower back and spine, buttocks, kidneys, ureters (co-ruled by Gemini), adrenal glands and the vaso-motor system
Libra - physiologically - as the sign of balance - regulates the body balance, filteration of liquids and adrenal activity
Venus - planetary ruler - governs the skin and complexion, veins, the endocrines, the ovaries, and along with the Moon- the female sexual organs in general
Libra ailments - are those of the kidney, bladder and ovaries, eczema, troubles with venous circulation, obesity and imbalance of bodily energies; causes lie in nervous exhaustion of some kind, lethargy and over indulgence in food
SCORPIO - physically - rules the reproductive and sexual organs, as well as excretory organs like genito-urinary tract, cervix, anus, rectum, prostate gland, and also the nasal bones
Scorpio - physiologically - as the sign of procreation and regeneration - rules the bodily reproductive, regenerative and eliminary processes
Mars and Pluto - planetary rulers - govern the sexual organs and behaviour
Scorpio ailments are those of infections of the sexual and excretory organs, as well as nasal catarrh; causes lie in breaking down of bodily resistance, hidden and deep changes within the body, and the tendency to over do things and go to extremes.
SAGITTARIUS - physically - rules the femur area like the hips and thighs, sciatic nerves and the areterial system
Sagittarius - physiologically - as the sign of locomotion - rules movement of and through the lower limbs, the nerves and the arterial blood circulation
Jupiter - planetary ruler - governs the liver, pituitary gland and the arterial blood
Sagittarius ailments are locomotory, sciata, rheumatism, gout, excessive growth like tumours, problems of the liver and obesity; causes lie in restlessness and proneness to accidents especially to the thighs and legs, and over-indulgence in food and alcohol.
CAPRICORN - physically - rules the skeletal system, hair, teeth, cell walls, knees and other joints of the body
Capricorn - physiologically - as the sign of support and form - rules the skeletal framework of the body and process of preservation of energy
Saturn - planetary ruler - governs the bones, teeth and skin
Capricorn ailments are those of degenerative nature, bone and joint maladies, dental problems, arthiritis, blockages and crystallisation, and malignancy; causes have to do with self inhibition, restriction, stiffening up and depression.
AQUARIUS - physically - rules the circulatory system, shins and calves, Achilles heal, ankles, and the heart valves
Aquarius - physiologically - rules the blood circulation and oxidation processes
Saturn and Uranus - planetary rulers - govern the bones of the lower legs, the valves of the heart, the nerves and transmission of electric signals through the nervous system
Aquarius ailments are those of the varicose veins, poor blood circulation and blood poisoning, weakening of the nerves, spasmodic problems and seizures, palpitations, and swelling of the ankles and calves; causes lie in nervousness, extremely sensitive nature, and straining of the body and nerves to the extreme.
PISCES - last sign of the zodiac - physically - rules the feet and toes, and the lymphatic system along with the spleen as part of it
Pisces - physiologically - rules perspiration, the lymphatic process and the immune system generally
Jupiter and Neptune - planetary rulers - govern the spiritual health; also, Jupiter rules the blood fibrin and Neptune the pineal gland
Pisces ailments are those of lowered immunity, influenza and cold, mucous discharge, problems of the feet and gout, wasting diseases and general lethargy, fluid retention, hormonal imbalance, tumours, delirium, coma; causes lie in imagination of sicknesses, brooding and depression, excessive mental and physical sensitiveness, easy addiction to narcotics, drugs and alcohol.
In general, afflictions by the following planets may indicate or involve:
Mars - risk of infections and burns, redness and inflammation, surgery
Saturn - chronic illnesses, deformation of the bones, malignant tumours as opposed to Venus'/Jupiter's benign tumours (usually)
Uranus - sudden and unexpeced changes and illnesses and accidents, nervous and mental tension, disturbances in the heart's rhythm and electric signals through the nerves
Neptune - hidden and difficult to spot illnesses such as cancers, and addictions
Pluto - deep, hidden, slow-to-develop and difficult illnesses like (terminal) cancers, malformation, massive bacterial and viral infections like gangrin and HIV, and amputation.
Some interesting literature:
- A Handbook of Medical Astrology by Jane Patrick-Ridder
- Essentials of Medical Astrology by K.S.Charak
- Encyclopaedia of Medical Astrology by H.L.Cornell
- Encyclopaedia of Psychological Astrology by C.E.O. Carter
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Each sign of the zodiac is ascribed specific physical/psychological parts and physiological funtions of the human body. Each sign is therefore also predisposed to certain ailments/conditions usually in keeping with the body parts it rules. Planetary rulers of the signs also govern particular physical and medical components/processes within the framework of Medical Astrology.
Let us now do a top-down 'check-up' of the human anatomy and physiology in connection with their astrological rulers, beginning with the head:
ARIES - first sign of the zodiac - phyiscally - rules the head and brain as part of the cerebral hemisphere, forehead, eyes, nose, and the mouth as part of the face, hair, the cranium and the upper jaw
Aries - physiologically - as the sign of physical energy - rules the general distribution of energy as well as the faculties of the brain
Mars - planetary ruler - governs the blood haemoglobin, arteries, adrenal glands and the muscles
Aries ailments - are inflammations and rashes, headaches, sinusitis, nose bleeding, fevers and colds, burns, cuts and bruises (especially by any sharp objects like knives, razors, etc), and accidents; causes lie in excessive energies and movement, which disturb the over all equilibrium and cause exhaustion, violent outbursts of anger and impulsiveness.
TAURUS - physically - rules the neck and throat area, ears, tongue, larynx, tonsils, thyroid gland, the lower jaw and the senses in general
Taurus - physiologically - as the sign of physical endurance - rules convalescence and recuperative forces, as well as the general functioning of the neurohormones
Venus - planetary ruler - governs the endocrine glands, glycogen (blood sugar), the sensory system, and generally effects the autonomic nervous system
Taurus ailments - are those of the throat and neck, vocal chords, goitre, polyps and cysts, obesity, diabetes; causes lie in over indulgence in foods- especially sweets, laziness, and brooding.
GEMINI - phyiscally - rules the hands, arms, shoulders, tongue, trachea, lungs, thymus gland, upper ribs, fallopian tubes, urethra and ureters (co-ruled by Libra-Venus), the central nervous system and nerve fibre
Gemini - physiologically - as the sign of communication and connectivity - rules the speech, breathing, oxygenation of the blood and the general mental health
Mercury - planetary ruler - governs the brain and the mind, motor organs, tongue and speech abilities, hearing faculties
Gemini ailments - are speech and hearing problems, pneumonia, asthma, bronchitis, anaemia, nerve diseases and epilepsy, pulmonary troubles and consumption; causes lie in nervous reactions, mental distraction and restlessness.
CANCER - physically - rules the breasts, lower ribs, diaphragm, thoracic duct, stomach, solar plexus, uterus and the womb, upper lobes of the liver, pancreas, alimentary canal, gastric vein and blood serum
Cancer - physiologically - as the sign of nurturing and protection - rules the nutritional and reproductive functions
Moon - planetary ruler - governs the breasts and stomach, body fluids and lymphatic system, left male eye and right female eye, natural functioning of the body, and along with Venus the female organs in general
Cancer ailments - are irregularities of the furor, general functional disorders, digestive disorders arising mainly from the abdomen, liver and pancreas, flatulency, fluid retenion, diarrhoea, sclerosis, hormonal imbalances, plus emotional disorders like hypochondria, depression and hysteria; causes lie in emotional stress and hypersensitivity, worrisomeness, moodiness, pessimism, wrong diet and over indulgence in food.
LEO - physically - rules the upper and dorsal region of the spine and the spinal cord, the back, aorta and the heart, blood pressure, right male eye and left female eye, and general physical health
Leo - physiologically - as the sign of energy and vitality - rules the general physical vitality of the body, and functioning of the heart
Sun - planetary ruler - is the giver of energy and vitality through appropriate circulation of the blood
Leo ailments - are those concerning the heart, spine, dysfunction of the spleen and related blood problems, poor oxygen circulation and vitality, blood-pressure problems like hypertension; causes almost always lie in over-exertion of some sort.
VIRGO - physically rules - the abdomen, lower lobes of the liver, intestinal tract, alimentary canal and the sympathetic nervous system
Virgo - physiologically - as the sign of physical and nutritional health - rules the assimilation, digestion and absorption of food
Mercury - planetary ruler - governs the lower dorsal nerves and the bowels
Virgo ailments - have to do with digestive disorders mainly arising from the bowels and intestines, acidity and colic problems, allergies to certain foods and ingredients, appendicitis and constipation; causes often lie in over sensitivity of the abdominal region, malnutrition, excessive worrisomeness and a very sensitive nervous system.
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LIBRA - physically - rules the skin and its complexion, blood vessels, lumber region of the lower back and spine, buttocks, kidneys, ureters (co-ruled by Gemini), adrenal glands and the vaso-motor system
Libra - physiologically - as the sign of balance - regulates the body balance, filteration of liquids and adrenal activity
Venus - planetary ruler - governs the skin and complexion, veins, the endocrines, the ovaries, and along with the Moon- the female sexual organs in general
Libra ailments - are those of the kidney, bladder and ovaries, eczema, troubles with venous circulation, obesity and imbalance of bodily energies; causes lie in nervous exhaustion of some kind, lethargy and over indulgence in food
SCORPIO - physically - rules the reproductive and sexual organs, as well as excretory organs like genito-urinary tract, cervix, anus, rectum, prostate gland, and also the nasal bones
Scorpio - physiologically - as the sign of procreation and regeneration - rules the bodily reproductive, regenerative and eliminary processes
Mars and Pluto - planetary rulers - govern the sexual organs and behaviour
Scorpio ailments are those of infections of the sexual and excretory organs, as well as nasal catarrh; causes lie in breaking down of bodily resistance, hidden and deep changes within the body, and the tendency to over do things and go to extremes.
SAGITTARIUS - physically - rules the femur area like the hips and thighs, sciatic nerves and the areterial system
Sagittarius - physiologically - as the sign of locomotion - rules movement of and through the lower limbs, the nerves and the arterial blood circulation
Jupiter - planetary ruler - governs the liver, pituitary gland and the arterial blood
Sagittarius ailments are locomotory, sciata, rheumatism, gout, excessive growth like tumours, problems of the liver and obesity; causes lie in restlessness and proneness to accidents especially to the thighs and legs, and over-indulgence in food and alcohol.
CAPRICORN - physically - rules the skeletal system, hair, teeth, cell walls, knees and other joints of the body
Capricorn - physiologically - as the sign of support and form - rules the skeletal framework of the body and process of preservation of energy
Saturn - planetary ruler - governs the bones, teeth and skin
Capricorn ailments are those of degenerative nature, bone and joint maladies, dental problems, arthiritis, blockages and crystallisation, and malignancy; causes have to do with self inhibition, restriction, stiffening up and depression.
AQUARIUS - physically - rules the circulatory system, shins and calves, Achilles heal, ankles, and the heart valves
Aquarius - physiologically - rules the blood circulation and oxidation processes
Saturn and Uranus - planetary rulers - govern the bones of the lower legs, the valves of the heart, the nerves and transmission of electric signals through the nervous system
Aquarius ailments are those of the varicose veins, poor blood circulation and blood poisoning, weakening of the nerves, spasmodic problems and seizures, palpitations, and swelling of the ankles and calves; causes lie in nervousness, extremely sensitive nature, and straining of the body and nerves to the extreme.
PISCES - last sign of the zodiac - physically - rules the feet and toes, and the lymphatic system along with the spleen as part of it
Pisces - physiologically - rules perspiration, the lymphatic process and the immune system generally
Jupiter and Neptune - planetary rulers - govern the spiritual health; also, Jupiter rules the blood fibrin and Neptune the pineal gland
Pisces ailments are those of lowered immunity, influenza and cold, mucous discharge, problems of the feet and gout, wasting diseases and general lethargy, fluid retention, hormonal imbalance, tumours, delirium, coma; causes lie in imagination of sicknesses, brooding and depression, excessive mental and physical sensitiveness, easy addiction to narcotics, drugs and alcohol.
In general, afflictions by the following planets may indicate or involve:
Mars - risk of infections and burns, redness and inflammation, surgery
Saturn - chronic illnesses, deformation of the bones, malignant tumours as opposed to Venus'/Jupiter's benign tumours (usually)
Uranus - sudden and unexpeced changes and illnesses and accidents, nervous and mental tension, disturbances in the heart's rhythm and electric signals through the nerves
Neptune - hidden and difficult to spot illnesses such as cancers, and addictions
Pluto - deep, hidden, slow-to-develop and difficult illnesses like (terminal) cancers, malformation, massive bacterial and viral infections like gangrin and HIV, and amputation.
Some interesting literature:
- A Handbook of Medical Astrology by Jane Patrick-Ridder
- Essentials of Medical Astrology by K.S.Charak
- Encyclopaedia of Medical Astrology by H.L.Cornell
- Encyclopaedia of Psychological Astrology by C.E.O. Carter
Please discuss this Article at: http://www.astrologyweekly.com/forum/images/futura/misc/tag.png Discussion of thread: Examining Medical Astrology (http://www.astrologyweekly.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17591)! Thank you.