Critical Degree Points

Classical critical degree points

For the CARDINAL SIGNS          (Aries , Cancer, Libra and Capricorn)                                       0,13 and 26 degrees                            

For the FIXED SIGNS                    (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius)                                     8-9 and 21-22 degrees 

For the MUTABLE SIGNS           (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces)                                   4 and 17 degrees 

Critical degree points are considered emphasized or strenghthened points. If a natal planet is found in a critical degree, that planet is thought to have greater significance and power in the life of the native.

The Anaretic Degree

29° to 30° of any sign is an Anaretic Degree.  The matter influenced by a planet in this degree has reached a critical phase of development and must be dealt with.

Resources:

cafeastrology.com

Sakoian, Frances & Acker, Louis S. (1977) Predictive Astrology

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Corinna is the owner of Celestial Chimes Astrology in Seattle WA. She holds a Professional Diploma in Astrology from Kepler College (Shoreline WA) as well as a B.Sc. & a B.Ed. from the University of Victoria, Canada.

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