Astraea
Astraea, the second asteroid discovered (1845), named for the star-maiden goddess of justice, is read in modern astrology as the asteroid of justice and fairness, principled idealism, the longing for a golden age of right relations, and the impulse to set things right. Read Astraea by its sign, house, and aspects to find where this principle works in the chart.
Lean in — Work consciously with Astraea's theme of justice, idealism, and the longing for a better world where it falls.
Watch for — Dismiss Astraea as too obscure; its theme acts whether or not you name it.
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Sources
- George, Asteroid Goddesses (1986)Reads Astraea by its mythic namesake, the method of asteroid astrology.
- Greene, Relating: An Astrological Guide to Living with Others on a Small Planet (1977)Frames Astraea as a distinct principle in the chart.
- Hand, Horoscope Symbols (1981)Treats Astraea as a minor body with a real signature.