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Reading Charts

An explanation of the birth chart and how it is calculated, along with resources for finding yours online. Information on the twelve houses, aspects between planets, as well as transits to the natal planets.
What is a Birth Chart?
A beginners guide to the parts of the birth chart.
Intro to the Birth Chart
An article on the birth chart by Mary Plumb, for the Mountain Astrologer.
Chiron
About the half-comet Chiron, as the archetype of healing, and the treasure that comes from our hardest lessons.
The Basic Chart
An introduction to the basic chart, used to understand moments in time.
North and South Nodes
The Moon's nodes in the birth chart point to the soul's direction. It offers insight into past lives, and the pathway that leads to fulfillment in this life.
Qualities in the Chart
On taking a look at which qualities are at play in an astrological chart.
Elements in the Chart
On taking a look at the element emphasis as a first step in reading charts.
Interpretations
What does it mean? Some tips on making sense of astrological interpretations.
Learning to Interprete Birth Charts
A step by step approach to understanding birth charts in astrology.
Charts of Famous People
A collection of charts of notable people, politicians, celebrities and other agents of change.
The Midheaven
A look at the midheaven, as a guide to your public self, career path and loftiest aspirations.
Free Birth Charts Online
Here are three astrology sites that offer free birth charts with insightful interpretations.
Chart Reading Tools
A gallery of images used to illustrate the concepts of chart reading.
Aspects - The Relationship Between Planets
A handy reference on planetary aspects from Astrodienst.
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