Cusp (astrology)

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In astrology, a cusp (from the Latin for spear or point) is the imaginary line that separates a sign in the zodiac or a house in the horoscope.

Because the solar disc has a diameter of approximately half a degree, it is possible for the sun to straddle the cusp as it moves across the sky. When this occurs at the moment of birth such a person is said to be "born on the cusp" and some believe that their life is influenced by the characteristics of both signs. For example, if an individual was born when the Sun (meaning the point at the centre of the solar disc) was located at 29 degrees, 50 minutes Gemini, then he might say that he was born on the cusp of Gemini and Cancer.

The belief that a person must be born within 1/2 a degree of the cusp to be influenced by the receding sign does not have universal agreement among astrologers. All astrologers agree that as the sun moves further away from the cusp, the influence of receding sun sign decreases. The disagreement concerns how far away the sun must be from the cusp before the influence of the receding sun sign disappears. Some astrologers hold that even when the sun is as far away as two degrees some influence of the receding sign is felt and thus such a person should be labeled as being "born on the cusp".

The concept of the cusp is sometimes also extended to a general belief in fuzziness of sign boundaries, so that even much smaller objects near a cusp may be described as taking on some of the features of the adjacent sign.

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[edit] Cusps

[edit] Aries/Taurus

The Aries/Taurus Cusp is from dates April 18 to April 22. The term for the Aries/Taurus is bullies. The Arian/Taurean is thought to be humorous, sensitive, money-oriented, nice, active, dynamic, talented, quiet, sensual, strong, opinionated, bold, flirtatious, sexual, eloquent, stable, dependable, helpful, practical, hard-working, extrovert, patient, athletic, aggressive, perseverance, and initiative. The Arian/Taurean is prone to aloof, quarrelsome, trouble-maker, phony, stubborn, hyper-sensitive, tries to fit in, jealous, easily influenced, high-strung, moody, changeability, fickle, head strong, and easily intimidated.

[edit] Taurus/Gemini

The Taurus/Gemini from dates May 18 to May 22. The term for the Taurus/Gemini is Gemininus. The Taurean/Gemini is thought to be sensual, great imagination, expressive, see both sides of a situation, energetic, adaptable, multi-tasker, reliable, conversionalists, charming, intellectual, leaders, broad-minded, hard-working, introvert, honest, shy, helpful, youthful, light-hearted, practical, mature, tolerant, gentle, quiet, versatile, laid-back, dependable, stability, and perseverance. The Taurean/Gemini is prone to be scattered, fickle, duality, changeability, restless, blunt, wear-them-selves-out, over-indulgence, nervous, high-strung, and reluctant to confront fears and insecurities. Also called the Cusp of Energy (Secret Language Series by Gary Goldschneider)

[edit] Gemini/Cancer

The Gemini/Cancer Cusp is from dates June 19 to June 23. The term for Gemini/Cancer is Cancimini. The Gemini/Cancerian is thought to be affectionate, seductive, opinionated, nice, cheerful, caring/thoughtful, playful, loving, graceful, understanding, social, funny, intelligent, pure, humorous, assertive, extrovert, friendly, bubbly, honest, attractive, confident, good leader, spontaneous, sexual, flirtatious, fearless, and loyal. The Gemini/Cancerian is prone to be rebellious, jealous, duality, chatterbox, annoyed, clumsy, blunt, boastful, restless, honest, exaggerating/liar, devious, random, aggressive, extreme, inconstant, careless, tricksters, demanding, and calculating. Also called the Cusp of Magic.

[edit] Cancer/Leo

The Cancer/Leo Cusp from dates July 19 to July 24. The Cancerian/Leo is thought to be sensitive, introvert, ambitious, proud, creative, flamboyant, nurturing, traditional, strong, expressive, organized, inspiring, intuitive, cheerful, self-assured, practical, realistic, romantic, social, dependent, passionate, generous, and emotional. The Cancerian/Leo is prone to hyper-sensitive, boastful, self-centered, quarrelesome, demanding, dependency issues, and touchy.

[edit] Leo/Virgo

The Leo/Virgo Cusp is from dates August 20 to August 27. The Leo/Virgo is thought to ambivert, ambitious, artistic, flamboyant, creative, logical, practical, routine, organized, dependent, loves attention, dramatic, inspiring, leader, reliable, quick, optimistic, fun-loving, social, honest, and unique. They are prone to being blunt, ego-oriented, stubborn, aloof, quarrelsome, cold, and perfectionist.

[edit] Virgo/Libra

The Virgo/Libra Cusp is from dates September 19 to September 24. The Virgo/Libran is thought to be excellent arbitrators, industrious, modesty, efficient, go-getter, charming, see all sides of a situation, introvert, practical, logical, rational, attractive, hard-working, ambitious, intellectual, even-tempered, cooperation, communicator, perfectionist, diplomatic, polite, mannerful, clean, open-minded, fair, playful, romantic, and devoted. The Virgo/Libran is prone to being aloof, unfair, quarrelsome, insecure, doubting him/herself, a hypochondriac, fickle, and indecisive.

[edit] Libra/Scorpio

The Libra/Scorpio Cusp is from dates October 19 to October 23. The Libran/Scorpion is thought to strive to create & balance harmony, intuitive, diplomatic, hard-working, go-getter, ambitious, intense, attractive, aware, sexual, ambivert, talkative, introverted, powerful, sensitive, communicative, mystical, motivated, loyal, devoted, romantic, playful, scientific, abstract reasoning, cooperative, and penetrating. The Libran/Scorpion is prone to be stubborn, lazy, overbearing, sly, manipulative, hedonistic, dictatorial, sarcastic, volatilty, self-indulgent, and compulsive.

[edit] Scorpio/Sagittarius

The Scorpio/Sagittarius Cusp is from dates November 19 to November 24. The Scorpion/Sagittarian is thought to be a truth-seeker, sexual, like to learn, determined, intuitive, honest, independent, freedom-loving, extrovert, versatile, progressive, powerful, good-humored, flirty, playful, caring, high-spirited, loyal, motivated, broad-minded, enjoy competition, self-confident, enthusiastic and generous. The Scorpion/Sagittarian is prone to being stubborn, possessive, suspicious, mean, impatient, pushy, argumentative, jealous, vain, quick-tempered, teasing, and blunt.

[edit] Sagittarius/Capricorn

The Sagittarius/Capricorn Cusp is from dates December 19 to December 23. The Sagittarian/Capricorn is thought to be ambitious, truth-seeking, physically and mentally exploratory, undiscriminating, loyal, freedom-loving, charitable, self-controlled, self-reliant, trustworthy, charming, adaptable, extrovert, physical, practical, economical, shrewd, conservative, fun, self-confident, outgoing, friendly, responsible, polite, warm, optimistic, straight-forward, funny, competitive, high-spirited, devoted, playful, romantic, successful, and enthusiastic. On the negative side, the Sagittarian/Capricorn is prone to being argumentative, blunt, exaggerating, hot-headed, impulsive, quick-tempered, vain, and aggressive.

[edit] Capricorn/Aquarius

The Capricorn/Aquarius Cusp is from dates January 17 to January 22. The Capricorn/Aquarian is thought to be ambitious, responsible, traditional, careful, reserved, introvert, stable, fixed opinions, tolerant, broad-minded, self-confident, unique, intellectual, original, offbeat, experimental, cautious,competitive, business-oriented, and multitalented. The Capricorn/Aquarian is prone to be rebellious, saturnine, over-critical, dogmatic, narrow-minded, over-cautious, judgmental, cold, stubborn, and aloof.

[edit] Aquarius/Pisces

The Pisces/Aquarius Cusp occurs from dates February 16 to February 22. The Aquarian/Piscean is thought to be tolerant, open-minded, undiscriminating, intellectual, sensitive, compassionate, original, offbeat, imaginative, timid, romantic, sentimental, sympathetic, unique, multi-talented, caring, flirtatious, extrovert, shy, quiet, modest, thoughtful, visionary, and understanding. The Aquarian/Piscean is prone to escapism, fickle, hyper-sensitive, dependable, eccentric, goaless, neglectful, impractical and rebellion.

[edit] Pisces/Aries

The Pisces/Aries Cusp is from dates March 19 to March 23. The Arian/Piscean is thought to be assertive, dominant, shy, sensitive, emotional, artistic, talented, heplful, dependent, intuitive, unique, ambivert, practical, doer, dreamer, nurturing, sensual, clean-minded, traditional, active, organized, idealistic, broad-minded, brave, thoughtful, playful, devoted, flirtatious, idealistic, quiet, proud, loyal, athletic, romantic, compassionate, sympathetic, often funny, flamboyant, caring, and imaginative. The Piscean/Arian is prone to aloof, quarrelesome, perfectionist, mean, cold, pessimitic, hyper-sensitive, touchy, duality, moody, secretive, impractical, impatient, and stubborn.

[edit] Sources

http://www.astrologyzine.com/astrology-faq-3.shtml#Two.Signs - explanation for why sun sign cusps don't exist