the signs are divided into three decans, which consist of 10 degrees. the 1st decan (degrees 0-10) embody the nature of the sign itself. the 2nd decan (degrees 10-20) can take on the traits of the next sign of the same element. the 3rd and final decan (degrees 20-30) has characteristics of the third sign in the same element.
Aries ♈️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): extra forceful and driven. brazen behavior and willpower are accentuated. they are open, forthcoming, and bold. pay attention to your aspects to mars here! mars is the ruler and sub-ruler in this position.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): combined with Leo, there is a sense of patience and balance here. very selective with their relationships, but also fiercely protective of them. very ambitious nature. sub-ruled by the sun.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): strong drive to travel and experience new things. values freedom and exploration, but can be restless. very social with a positive outlook. imaginative and openminded. sub-ruled by jupiter.
Taurus ♉️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): very strong opinions and stubborn about them, but not abrasive with them. very charming and gracious, with strong creative and artistic tendencies. warm and sensual. check your venus aspects! venus is both the ruler and sub-ruler here.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): more apt to “go with the flow”. intellectual and inquisitive. a sharp eye for details, and has a gift with words. admires strength and dignity. thoughtful and more adaptable. sub-ruled by mercury.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): holds themselves to high standards. ambitious and can be materialistic. determined and strong willed. disciplined and direct with their relationships. sub-ruled by saturn.
Gemini ♊️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): most restless and communicative. can be multitalented with a wide and diverse range of interests. easily bored and need constant stimulation. seductive, bright, and energetic, although indecisive. mercury is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): very likable people-person. strong creative talents! warm natured and has an adventurous outlook. doesn’t care much for routine and can be restless. witty and charming. venus is the sub-ruler here.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): opportunist and explorative. charming and persuasive, they love listening to people and often, pushing their buttons. sharp mind that is business-inclined. independent and needs space to be themselves. sub-ruled by uranus.
Cancer ♋️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): seems to dwell in the subconscious. highly sensitive and receptive to others and their surroundings. can be timid or shy. empathetic and is deeply bothered by conflict/confrontation. the moon is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): inclined towards the mystical. more tenacious and strong-willed. trust and privacy are hugely important. thoughtful, caring, and highly sensitive, but can struggles with jealousy and possessiveness. sub-ruled by mars/pluto.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): sympathetic and emotional. changeable and more open-minded. compassionate, emotional sponges. may have a psychic tendency. endearing to others. sub-ruled by neptune.
Leo ♌️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): proud and sensitive. can have their feelings easily hurt, especially by criticism. highly ambitious and brave. charming and optimistic. usually loyal and passionate. an enemy you don’t want to have. the sun is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): friendly and social, although a true lover of their freedom. intellectual free-thinkers. big dreamers and ambitious, but not necessarily materialistic. sub-ruled by jupiter.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): impulsive, daring, and aggressive. courageous and independent, with a strong drive to achieve their goals. can be frustrated by always giving more than they receive. sub-ruled by mars.
Virgo ♍️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): can be quiet and reserved. intellectual and truthful. romantic at heart and is sensitive towards friends and family. productive, flexible, and detail-oriented. check aspects to mercury. mercury is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): practical and determined. makes a good teacher, as they are thoughtful and sympathetic. sarcastic and dry sense of humor. struggles with asking for help from others. sub-ruled by saturn.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): more artistically inclined, and needs a creative outlet to express themselves. charming, friendly, and protective of their loved ones. realistic but persevering. nurturing and can be very selfless. sub-ruled by venus.
Libra ♎️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): highly intuitive and socially charming. can seem cultured and refined without really trying. imaginative and artistic. struggles with indecision and finding balance, as well as impulsivity. a true romantic at heart. venus is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): strong-minded with a practical, optimistic outlook. magnetic and charming, with an ability to befriend many types of people. despite this sociability, may feel like a loner deep down. sub-ruled by uranus.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): expressive, adaptable, and versatile. issues with restlessness and following through on projects. intuitive and intellectual, they often have a good sense of humor along with good intentions. sub-ruled by mercury.
Scorpio ♏️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): reserved and secretive, others find their mystery intriguing. strong-willed, loyal, and dependable. can shift from one extreme to the other, there’s hardly ever any in-between. mars and pluto are the rulers and sub-rulers.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): intuitive, with a strong ability to read people. intensely romantic. an intimidating presence, even though they are usually kind-hearted and sentimental. compassionate and loyal. really check aspects to mars and neptune. sub-ruled by neptune.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): sympathetic and alluring. can have psychic abilities, and be very sensitive to their surroundings. gifted with a talent for words. true ride-or-die types. tough outwards appearance, all mush on the inside. sub-ruled by the moon.
Sagittarius ♐️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): talkative and exploratory. can be very restless and is easily bored. often enthusiastic, spontaneous, and friendly. tries to keep an optimistic view on life. they need someone who will listen to them. ruled and sub-ruled by jupiter.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): often acts first and thinks later. adventurous and independent with strong instincts. usually clever and quick-witted, with an ability to influence/inspire those around them. sub-ruled by mars.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): generous, intuitive, and light-hearted. loves being helpful and making people laugh. can be passionate and impulsive, and should watch out for extravagance and vanity. they love new experiences and expanding their social circle. sub-ruled by the sun.
Capricorn ♑️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): ambitious, practical, and persistent. talent for handling responsibility and are very goal-oriented. possess an energy that is hard to ignore. they are dependable and affectionate with those they love. ruled and sub-ruled by saturn.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): loyal, gentle, and optimistic. drawn to music and dance. it can be hard to pull their emotions out. resourceful and good planners. they must be careful that they don’t become their own worst enemy. sub-ruled by venus.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): highly intellectual and quick on their toes. they are often very witty and playful. more adaptable and flexible in social situations. great with advice, and they rarely beat around the bush. sub-ruled by mercury.
Aquarius ♒️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): self-reliant. can be stubborn and fiercely independent, but they also champion hard-work, perseverance, and originality. takes pride in their inventiveness and idealism. look carefully at aspects to uranus. uranus is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): intuitive, friendly, and curious. they are versatile and very communicative. they possess a youthfulness, spontaneity, and warmth that often attracts others to them. they have to work on keeping themselves grounded. sub-ruled by mercury.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): refined and artistic. very people-oriented. flirtatious, ethical, and tends to see the best in others. they are often looking ahead, and love making plans for the future. they may come across as cold and impersonal. sub-ruled by venus.
Pisces ♓️
1st Decan (0-10 degrees): great capacity for feeling and compassion. imagination and creativity are heightened. deeply passionate and spiritual too. loyal and devoted in their relationships. aspects between the sun and neptune are important. neptune is the ruler and sub-ruler.
2nd Decan (10-20 degrees): high emotional intelligence. highly romantic and strive to see the beauty in everyone and everything. charming and witty, can easily adapt to others in social situations. can be indecisive and stuck in their heads. sub-ruled by the moon.
3rd Decan (20-30 degrees): a strong will and strength of spirit. empathic and great at reading people. can be their own worst enemy. they have a technical and practical side that they can use to help themselves and others. sub-ruled by mars/pluto.
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