The Outlandish Companion - Diana Gabaldon [112]
Venus in Gemini (Venus represents social urges, sense of values, affection, and the “nice things of life.”)
This indicates a generous, friendly person who has wit and conversational ability. He is literate, and likes to roam the world and see what life has to offer. His partner will be intellectual and will share his good sense of humor. He has a great sense of family and gets on well with his siblings. He may marry more than once.
Venus in Ninth House
A philosopher who is well educated and has a love of religion. He is likely to marry a foreigner, and may travel widely.
Mars in Pisces (Mars represents action and aggression, initiative and energy.)
This is probably the only part of this chart that doesn’t fit well with the personality described for Jamie. It gives excessive emotionalism, and a tendency to brood over past resentments. These people are very sensitive and lack self-confidence. Not J. Fraser at all!
Mars in Fourth House
He is patriotic and may have a military background. He is a handyman and will spend a lot of time around the house. He has a strong constitution and lots of energy, which will last into old age.
Jupiter in Libra (Jupiter represents expansion, education, benevolence, and protection.)
This person is popular and well liked, and deals well with the public, convincing others of the merits of his ideas. He is a good conversationalist. He needs a partner and will have an enduring marriage. He is sincere and concerned with justice.
Jupiter in First House
What a wonderful man! He is optimistic and sociable, and looks on the bright side of life. He is honest, trustworthy, and friendly, with a dignified manner. A leader of others, he has strong moral and religious convictions. He is broad-minded with a good sense of humor. Finally, he has a tremendous vital force and is good at sports. (Hardly believable, but you’ll find it in any astrology book.)
Saturn in Sagittarius (Saturn represents the need for security, caution, and learning through experience.)
This position gives good concentration and intellectual discipline. He tries to adhere to honorable and strict morals. He earns what he achieves through hard work and application. His personal reputation is important to him and he is hurt if accused unjustly.
Saturn in Second House
Here there is a need to work hard for a living. He is shrewd in business, and holds on to what money he has. There can be acquisition of property, especially in later years. Material gain through people in positions of power is indicated.
The outer planets were not known in Jamie’s time. Because these planets are slow-moving, they spend many years in each sign, so people born over several years will have the same sign for the same planet. This makes the house position more important than usual.
Uranus in Twelfth House
An intellectual who works in unusual ways and often behind the scenes. He may have secret love affairs or belong to secret societies. Likes to break away from convention and restraint.
Neptune in Eighth House
A receptive and intuitive person who has a mysterious charisma that helps to get support from others.
Pluto in Eleventh House
A very loyal person who is interested in reform movements and social improvements. His friends are important to him and he may be a group leader.
Aspects
The sun is trine the moon, which shows a balance between the ego and the emotions, and a person who is comfortable with men and women.
Communication is easy; he can learn from the past and will generally feel happy about himself. This also shows in his ability to be strong (Sun) and gentle (Moon). The Sun is also square the midheaven (the point directly at the top of the chart), which indicates conflict with authority and some difficulties with his public reputation.
The Moon is square Uranus, which may lead to unusual emotional attachments. A restless person, who may have many changes of residence, he has great intellectual