meanings & symbols explained

The asteroids

Asteroids in Astrology Explained

Asteroids, much like planets, provide insights into an individual’s behavior and karmic patterns. Examining the aspects and position of asteroids is a great way to uncover an added layer of information in the natal chart.

CHIRON

The wounded healer and teacher of Ancient Greek heroes. The location of Chiron in the chart indicates ego-based pain that must be integrated and processed. It shows an area of life that you can excel in by showing or guiding others, but not necessarily doing it yourself.

VESTA

Vesta represents the sacred sexual energy and our capacity to transmute the lower reproductive functions and immediate carnal desires into higher spiritual attainment through disciplined effort. It orbits between Jupiter and Mars, stradling both planetary energies: passion and faith.

CERES

Ceres shows where you feel the most nurtured and cared for. What area of life do you find the most emotional comfort and satiation in? Are there psychological hangups blocking you from accessing this side of life? All that is seen through the placement of Ceres in the horoscope.

JUNO

Juno was the wife of Zeus (Jupiter) in mythology. She represents what we are married to and committed to in life. This asteroid also indicates what we will inevitably get from our marital partner, should we choose to have one.

HYGEIA

This is the asteroid of health and wellness. Wherever it is placed, is the area of life that we achieve the most health and benefit from. Those with a prominent Hygeia placement in their astrology chart are often found in the medical sciences. Where

Choose Your Zodiac Sign

ARIES
(MAR 21-APR 19)
TAURUS
(APR 20-MAY 20)
GEMINI
(MAY 21-JUN 20)
CANCER
(JUN 21-JUL 22)
LEO
(JUL 23-AUG 22)
VIRGO
(AUG 23-SEP 22)
LIBRA
(SEP 23-OCT 22)
SCORPIO
(OCT 23-NOV 21)
SAGITTARIUS
(NOV 22-DEC 21)
CAPRICORN
(DEC 22-JAN 19)
AQUARIUS
(JAN 20-FEB 18)
PISCES
(FEB 19-MAR 20)