What is the degree theory?
The degree theory views the zodiac wheel similar to math - because it is comprised in the form of a circle, it must be 360 degrees. Then when we factor in that there are twelve zodiac signs, so we divide 360 by 12 which results in 30. This is how we get to those little degrees you see next to your zodiac sign when you put your info into a natal chart calculator.
The name commonly associated with the degree theory is Nikola Stojanovic. He is known for inventing it as well as giving the interpretation upon the 22nd degree, which I’ve talked about in my previous post about Capricorn degrees!
What are the Taurus degrees?
The Taurus degrees are 2, 14, and 26.
What do the Taurus degrees symbolize?
Traditionally, these degrees are summarized as being about wealth, the voice, singing, money, the color green, luxuries, the earth, and being the best or at the top level of something.
Per usual, here are several other interpretations from different researchers that I’ve summarized below, with sources mentioned.
Someone who possesses excellent judgment and is well equipped to teach and manage others.
From The Degrees of The Zodiac Analyzed by Muir
Success and prosperity find this person in the second part of their life, and it’s linked to their maturity — think marriage to someone better off than you, potentially even older.
From Janduz Degrees by Jeanne Duzéa
Someone good at the art of detachment, prone to multiple weaknesses, naive, and wants the best for all.
From Chandra Symbols by Ellias Lonsdale
Pleasant, easygoing, enjoys comfort and beautiful things, has a tendency to be too generous.
A carefree traveler who fights to live their life regardless of anyone’s opinion.
From Fixed Stars and Degrees of the Zodiac by Ec Mathews in 1968
This is someone with little appreciation for life, a deep sense of loneliness, a feeling of little to live for, and a tendency to isolate. Their pessimistic nature can be from having too much freedom and too many choices given at random times that the individual is stuck on how to take advantage of. None of it lasts long which isn’t helped by the fact that this person procrastinates a lot. A lifelong journey for this person includes taking a look at their childhood both good and bad, learning what it’s like to be in honest and reciprocal relationships with others, and realizing what part they’d like to play in humanity.
From Degrees of the Zodiac by Esther V. Leinbach in 1973
A strong sense of sympathy and sensibility but can be highly impressionable.
This person loves learning and studying about different topics, is surrounded by many friends from all walks of life, and may even live abroad at one point to immerse in another’s culture and learn of it firsthand.
From Janduz Degrees by Jeanne Duzéa
Stuck between looking at the past and dreaming of the future simultaneously.
From Chandra Symbols by Ellias Lonsdale
Successful in business pursuits, generous, wealthy, tactful, and gracious.
A degree representing the circulation of blood, exchange and barter, living or dying in a foreign land, or traveling as a salesman/financier.
From Fixed Stars and Degrees of the Zodiac by Ec Mathews in 1968
This is someone with a deep longing for the mystical truths in life. They may seek companionship in someone who can teach them something, or retire in a monastic way that allows them time to meditate on life’s truths to their content. There is little ill will to a person with this degree (at least in terms of the matters related to the planet this degree is attached to) and they usually do all they can to benefit society. This degree also rules circulation of the blood, and the concept of having an idea.
From Degrees of the Zodiac by Esther V. Leinbach in 1973
Someone with great capability, numerous accomplishments, and a revealer of secrets found by thorough research.
Success and wealth find you in unusual professions or in professions dealing with metal. Even if they earn a lot of money, they still maintain a frugal lifestyle.
From Janduz Degrees by Jeanne Duzéa
Preferring your own company to others and a deep belief that you’re someone special.
From Chandra Symbols by Ellias Lonsdale
Inclined to gamble and think about the future, and a generous person.
Someone well adapted to a business career.
From Fixed Stars and Degrees of the Zodiac by Ec Mathews in 1968
This is someone with an easy going manner with an effortless manner in whatever they choose to do. Their self confidence and quietness makes people feel as though they hold many secrets which may or may not be true depending on the individual.
From Degrees of the Zodiac by Esther V. Leinbach in 1973
Someone under great temptation to practice dark magic, which would only result in ruin.
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