Astrological Ascendant: What is it? How to calculate it? and more

Personality, character and important events in life are influenced by the astrological Ascendant. Hence, the importance of knowing it and applying it in everyday life. We teach you in this article all about the upward astrological of its signs, what is it?, how to calculate it? And much more

What is the astrological Ascendant?

El astrological ascendant It is what determines how the person can express their feelings and how they will act in the different situations that life presents.

Through it, it is that each person shows traits that differentiate him from the rest. Mark the distance from another human being born, on the same date and place.

Every Ascendant has a peak, which crosses each of the signs of the zodiac, located on the horizon. In a birth chart, it is positioned in House 1 and its opposite corresponds to House 7, for this reason it is related to the sign of Aries.

Because it is the Ascendant, the place from which it rises from the horizon, it becomes responsible for the divisions of the sky into twelve equal parts, which are called astrological houses.

Many of those who are reading this article know quite clearly the sign that corresponds to them, according to the date of their birth. But they most likely have no idea what his Ascendant is.

Being fully aware of the Ascendant that corresponds to you, allows you to make the most of individual potentialities, to transmit the true image to the rest of the people.

Depending on the location of the Ascendant, you can take advantage or not of the benefits of the planets that govern each of the twelve sections in which the birth chart is divided.

How to calculate the Ascendant

In order to perform the different calculations, there are several ways to do it. There is the approximate method, the exact one and of course, with the advancement of technologies, they can calculate it via Online.

But for all options, it is necessary to have certain personal information, such as day of birth, month and year. In addition to the exact time of birth, but the procedures are detailed below:

approximate method

If you want to carry out this astrological calculation, considering the peak of the First House, as already mentioned, it is necessary to have the birth data, the exact place of arrival in this world, in addition to the geographical location and, if possible, the altitude. of the place.

The person who is performing the calculations will make the estimates of the Right Ascension of the Midheaven or CMRA. The result of that operation gives rise to the cusp or peak of the Astrological Tenth House.

With the data obtained, you can proceed to carry out the different operations to know the peaks of the rest of the Houses. For calculate with precision the ascendant, mathematical formulas or Online calculators are used.

The distance between a particular point on Earth and the equator is called the angular distance. This distance that is created between the Midheaven MC and the ascendant, is different in each one of the zones of the planet.

The difference in ascending generated by latitude also causes the different Astrological Houses to house a greater or lesser number of zodiacal signs.

In order to understand a little more, what all this is about, let's see the following example:

Imagine that Pedro Pérez was born on April 10, with the Sun at 0° in Aries. If at the time the mother is in labor, it is twelve noon, the Sun will be at the meridian or 180°.

The previous case indicates that the Sun was exactly positioned in the Midheaven and its MC is 0° of the sign of Aries.

To calculate the Ascendant, on different dates and times, it is enough to advance or delay the Meridian and add about 15° for each hour, which corresponds to the rotational movement of the Earth.

precise method  

To proceed to make the estimate more accurately, it is necessary to use mathematical formulas and equations. Although they require having at hand the exact date of birth and also the time, some constants must be used to clear the equation.

The formula to find the ascendant is:

• ASC = arctan (-cos A (sin A x cos E + tan L x sin E)²

From which the following follows:

1. ASC: is the Ascendant.
2. arctan: means the Arctangent.
3. without: is the Sine (with its respective constant).
4. cos: represents the Cosine (with constant factor).
5. so: is the Tangent (considering the constant).
6. A: represents the Sidereal Time, it is equal to the local time converted to degrees, minutes and seconds.
7. E: is a constant factor of 23 degrees and 27 seconds.
8. L: is the latitude or location of the place of birth. But it must be considered for its calculation that those areas located in the southern hemisphere will have a negative sign and those in the northern hemisphere will be positive.

To make a correct calculation using the quadrants efficiently, that is, from 0 ° to 360 °, you must take into account the following amendments:

• of being the ASC, less than 0 to the Ascendant must add 180°.
• If the Cosine of A or stuff, is less than 0, then the result of ASC, will be equal to its result plus 180°.

Ascension of the signs and more

The signs have two types of ascensions, which are short and long. This is due to the fact that, due to the inclination that the Earth presents in its axis, the signs do not use the same time to cross the horizon in an easterly direction.

For example, if they are in Ecuador the difference in travel is minimal, then the signs of Aries, Virgo, Libra and Pisces take less time than the rest of the signs to make that journey. But this condition changes, they hardly leave behind the line of Ecuador.

The signs of Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Aquarius and Pisces, if they are in the Northern Hemisphere, take approximately 120 minutes to cross the eastern horizon. In contrast, Leo, Virgo, Cancer, Libra, Sagittarius and Scorpio take more than two hours to make the journey to the eastern horizon.

For example, if we are located in any geographical area of ​​Europe, the Ascension time of the signs will be as follows:

• For the signs of Aries, Gemini and Pisces, it takes them less than 60 minutes to cross the horizon.
• Taurus and Aquarius cross the eastern horizon in 1 hour and 10 minutes.
• The Ascension of Cancer and Sagittarius occurs in a period of approximately 150 minutes.
• An average of 170 minutes, the signs of Virgo, Libra, Leo and Scorpio take to travel the path towards the eastern horizon.

As the regions move away from the equator, the time that the signs make their way to the eastern horizon, the minutes will be greater. For example, if they are found in Leningrad, the following results are obtained:

• Signs like Aries and Pisces take half an hour to reach the horizon.
• Taurus and Aquarius go up in just 45 minutes.
• Reaching the eastern horizon for the signs of Gemini and Capricorn requires spending 90 minutes.
• Near the signs of Cancer and Sagittarius, the degrees rise more slowly than those degrees, close to Taurus and Aquarius.
• Cancer and Sagittarius take 160 minutes to make that transit.
• Libra, Virgo, Leo and Scorpio need about 200 minutes to rise to the horizon.

For lovers of astrology, knowing these characteristics of the signs and the time of their ascension is extremely important. Having this data allows them to understand the distribution of the astrological Houses, when they house signs such as Aries, Taurus, Aquarius and Pisces.

These signs seen from the northern hemisphere give the impression of being much smaller than the rest.

The short and long ascent changes completely when we position ourselves in the southern hemisphere, as shown below:

• The signs that take more than 120 minutes to rise to the horizon are:

1. Aries.
2. Pisces.
3. Taurus.
4. Aquarium.
5. Gemini.
6. Capricorn.

• Signs that ascend in 120 minutes:

1. Cancer.
2. Sagittarius

• Ascend in less than 120 minutes:

1. Virgo.
2. Pound.
3. Climb.
4. scorpio

Astrological ascendant and its influence

To begin the reading of any astral chart or any other chart related to astrology, House number one is established as the Ascendant and from there the assignment of the remaining 11 astrological Houses begins.

This characterization of each of the Houses is what gives character and essence to people, according to the date of their birth. This condition affects the physical, behavior and personal appearance.

The way in which each ascendant affects, can be seen as follows:

1. El rising sign y el lunar, when it is at the top, it gives all its characteristics to that child that is being born.
2. The planet that governs the sign of the newborn, if it is in the ascendant, will be the one who rules in the natal chart and consequently in the astrological House. Giving that person the modeling of his character and appearance.
3. Some unique characteristics of nearby planets shape the ruling planet and also the ascendant. Planets in the First House can sometimes completely overshadow the ascendant's incidence drastically.
4. Many people make the traits of their rising sign more obvious than the traits of their own sun sign.
5. It is no secret to anyone that the ascendant faces the character of the person. The Sun influences everything that is related to the consciousness of it, while the lunar horoscope It handles all the emotional part.

Tell me when you were born and I'll tell you how you are

The astrological Ascendant is closely linked to character, to major events in people's lives and, of course, to personality. Knowing and applying all the recommendations to daily life is the task that must be carried out.

When the Sun crosses a certain constellation, it is located in a specific sign. When that happens, both ascend in the hours of dawn, in approximately 120 minute intervals, these changes affect the order of the zodiac.

Below you will find the different signs of the zodiac and the characteristics of each one of them, in addition to the planet that rules it.

• Aries

It is a cardinal fire sign and its ruling planet is Mars. People born under this zodiac sign have great leadership skills, they usually take risks in pursuit of their dreams.

Courage is part of their nature, they have a character that easily lose their composure. The decisions they make in life are not consulted with anyone else.

They like to preserve their spirit of freedom and independence at all costs, they are usually very restless and impulsive.

• Taurus

Those who are born under the shelter of Taurus should know that it is a fixed earth sign, whose ruler is the planet Venus. They are very meticulous with details, they do not give their arm to twist when it comes to defending their ideals.

Very rarely are they victims of discouragement, they achieve their goals by their perseverance and perseverance, they are lovers of order and the beautiful things in life.

They may overindulge in pleasures such as exotic foods and luxurious clothing. Due to their passion for good food, they are excellent cooks and enjoy doing so.

people with the Moon in TaurusThey develop the emotions part a lot and that is why they are lovers of being in a family environment of great harmony and quite stable.

• Gemini

Gemini is an air sign and its ruling planet is Mercury. Her personality is very changeable, but at the same time they can adapt quite quickly.

They love to establish interpersonal relationships due to their ability to express themselves very easily. They are passionate about topics of general culture and have the ability to carry out several tasks at the same time.

They prefer to be in constant movement and that includes moving, changing jobs. When the Gemini sign ascends, it is ideal for establishing romantic relationships as a couple.

Because Mercury is their ruling planet, they tend to be inconstant and the issues of the inner self tend to elude them.

• Cancer

It is a cardinal water sign and is ruled by the Moon. Those born under the sign of Cancer are very temperamental and quite reserved. They tend to accumulate objects and clothing, which they most likely need.

They love to travel the country where they live and if the budget allows them, they plan trips abroad to enjoy other cultures and landscapes. Memories and traditions are also part of Cancer's priorities.

• Leo

The ruler of the Leo sign is the Sun and it is a fixed fire sign. Those born in Leo are very organized, in excess they are very frank and confident. The rising part of the Leo leans towards the part of the arts, such as novelists and painters.

They are fascinated by being recognized for their work, they are willing to work for the common good of the environment where they operate. They make every effort to achieve their goals, on their own merit.

• Virgo

The ruling planet is Mercury and it is an earth sign. Born under this sign, they are very careful, organized and constant in the struggle to achieve their goals. They can be very good businessmen, but at the same time quite shy.

Before making a decision, they should analyze very well how they benefit or can affect them. The goals are achieved by your discipline and perseverance.

•  Pound

Those born under the sign of Libra are ruled by the planet Venus and it is cardinal of air. They adopt a passive attitude towards the different problems that afflict them.

His nature is to mediate before the different problematic situations that life imposes on him. Family relationships and in particular with the couple, are a priority for deliver us.

They take great care of their physical appearance, they love all artistic areas and their goal is always to guarantee environments where justice is guaranteed.

• Scorpio

A sign ruled by the planet Mars, its ascendant is quite complex, for the simple reason that it indicates expectations that transcend the individual. His personality is quite enigmatic and mysterious.

The sensory, emotional and psychological has great meaning. By nature, they are very passionate, they know their interiority and those around them perfectly.

• Sagittarius  

The ruling planet of Sagittarius is Jupiter and it is a mutable fire sign. They are idealistic, they love justice. They love to live their own personal experiences and expand all their projects.

When this sign is on the rise, relationships lose their balance and many events of separation of couples and work can occur.

• Capricorn    

It is ruled by the planet Saturn, and is a cardinal earth sign. Experiences that transcend the individual are pointed out, they tend to be very cautious and have a high will to meet their goals.

• Aquarius

Ruling planet is Saturn and it is a fixed air sign. Those born under this rising astrological sign are always looking to differentiate themselves from the rest.

• Pisces

It is the planet Jupiter, who rules this mutable rising sign of water. It is an ascendant, which is among the most complex to interpret your personality.

Pisces is associated with everything that has to do with feelings and communication. The nature of it is to protect people with different needs.

Pisceans connect very easily with the spiritual, with the hidden, the omnipresence of the Creator. But also, they can be very good in the areas of science.