Feminizing Aquarian rulership

david starling

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Through the Ages the gender of what were perceived as "gods and goddesses" changed from one culture to another. The ancient Greeks, high-energy and extremely versatile, in combination with the ancient Romans, left a nearly indelible mark on Western astrology. But here's one change I think should be made: Urania, the goddess known as the Muse of Astrology, should replace the masculine version of Aquarian rulership. Notice that the Greek image of a male figure pouring out water is now often pictured as a woman. And, the balance of male and female principles is clearly undergoing restoration as the effects of the upcoming Aquarian Age are being noticeable. It's fitting; the Muse herself, through her medium, Astrology, is inspiring many of us concerning the Age she's scheduled to rule. (For example, I have a feeling we will eventually have direct knowledge of just what it is we're describing in the charts we create--direct, experiential knowledge of not only the effects but of the causes as well; an ability as normal and natural as experiencing the wind blowing and the rain falling.) It would still be the 11th Sign Aquarius under "Uranian" rulership. Same planet, with the current Astronomical name "Uranus"; but Astrologically named "Urania", with the symbolic qualities of a valued Muse rather than those of a doomed god who came to a tragic end at the hands of his own son. Aquarians care to comment? Especially Aquarians with Asc. in a Water-sign? It's about Feeling, as well as Thought.
 
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