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ARTICLES AND LINKS POSTED ON THE URANIAN INSTITUTE WEBSITE 1999-2002, IN REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER: ] Hand-drawn Lunar Calendar © by Mali Blotta at malili19@yahoo.com, San Francisco Bay Area artist. This remarkable lunar calendar and visual ephemeris reflects the inspiration of Mali's studies of ancient Mayan astronomy combined with her knowledge of contemporary western astrological traditions. (added December 2002) ] Zodiac Goddess Figures by Northern California artist Harry Leaf. Colorful, original glazed figures to inspire the energies that bring balance to the coming new era. ] Philipp the Journalist © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. A professional journalist faces a major turning point in his life and his career, and volunteers as a subject for analysis by a group of astrologers. First they rectify his chart, and then proceed to answer questions he has about which direction to take at this turning point. In this article, Ruth indicates her rectification results, proceeds to answer the questions Philipp has about what potentials the future holds for him, and addresses character analysis techniques. (complete translation posted August 2002) ] Geodetics and Political History © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: Geodetics used to verifiy remarkable parallels with international historical events. This article was posted earlier on the Uranian Beacon website, and was lost when files were corrupted in a past internet fiasco. ] Astrological Reference Points and the Lunar Nodes: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: In our chart work, we use non-planetary reference points such as the Lunar Nodes, the Ascendant and MC, and the 0° cardinal point. How are these points actually distinguished from each other? In particular, what do the Lunar Nodes signify? This article deals with these issues. (added March 2002) ] The Ascendants of Twins © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. In this article, Ruth clarifies several basic points in chart analysis: 1) determining fundamental differences in the charts of twins; 2) underlining the importance of key planetary midpoint axes in personality assessment; 3) distinguishing between the meanings of the Ascendant and the MC, and clarifying past assumptions about what their basic significance is in the astrological chart. (added March 2002) ] Meditations with Zeus, Kronos, and Poseidon: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: These meditations complete the depth meditation series by Ms Page on the eight Transneptunians used by Hamburg School astrologers starting in the 1920s. The series integrates Ms Page's experience with and studies of archetypal and astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology, and Tibetan Buddhist metaphysics. (added March 2002) ] Money and Astrology, elucidated via Uranian Methods: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: This is the first in a series of articles on money and how it shows up in Uranian charts. The first chart is of a man who was known as the "richest man in the world" in the early 20th century. His family and dynasty remain. (added March 2002) ] The Transneptunians as a Developmental Sequence (update March 2002): © by L Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert Tchg: This longstanding and periodically updated article has undergone recent revisions, incorporating recent observations and insights, and restructured to present a more objective view of the Transneptunian energies. The overviews of Hades and its comparisons with other planetary energies, in particular, have undergone significant fine tuning. Visit this page if you wish to re-read the article with its updates and revisions added up to March 2002. ] Hades Yesterday and Today: a Study of the Underlying Principle (Update Feb 2002): © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching. "One point seems to be very clear: How Hades manifests in our lives (high or low) depends strongly on our spiritual and metaphysical outlook, and its effect on our approach to life." This is an ongoing study of Hades. In this article, the author strives to uncover the core principles, positive and negative, of a highly misunderstood planet that is part of our daily reality, if we only stop to inspect it (updated February 2002) ] The Dalai Lama: Analysis via the Brummund Method of Uranian Astrology: © by Master Teacher Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych., and Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: This article has been in preparation since early 2001, and is now posted midway for your perusal. Ruth and Blake alternate at rectification, character analysis, and ultimately a Mandala analysis, posted earlier on this website. (added December 2001) ] Transneptunians: Science or Speculation?: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: This article has been in preparation since early 2001, and is now posted midway, to be continued and supplemented later with additional information and references. (added December 2001) ] Planetary Glyph Symbolism: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: Historically, astrologers have written on the componential symbolism of the planetary glyphs. This presentation extends the same principles to the Transneptunians. (added November 2001) ] Sample page of interpretations from the Brummund Rulebook: this small excerpt from the new Brummund Rulebook, under preparation for publication, shows the interpretations for pictures involving Mercury with Jupiter and subsequent planets and Transneptunians. (added November 2001) ] Explanation of the 90 Degree Dial: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: An introduction that helps understand the truly simple principle upon which the 90 degree dial is based, and further explains its use in the 22.5° mode. (added September 2001) ] Meditation with Apollon: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: This depth meditation, a collection of impressions on Apollon energies, integrates Ms Page's experience with and studies of archetypal and astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology. (added August 2001) ] Lesson 5: The Uranian Mandala © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. Having analyzed the talents of the individual shown by the three main axes of aptitudes and abilities, we proceed to count the frequency of factors along those axes and then assess the marked emphases or absences of those factors to learn what challenges lie before the individual in becoming fully conscious of his or her complexes, inclinations, blind spots, and personal strengths. (added August 2001) ] Lesson 4: Character Analysis © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. The Uranian chart can potentially be a maze of factors and calculations, if we trail off on every possible tangent and don't establish functional priorities. However, there are certain key midpoint axes which will yield the most critical and essential information about an individual's aptitudes and abilities. (added August 2001) ] Identification of the term Uranian Astrology © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. We have heard the terms Uranian Astrology and Uranian System used in various contexts. Where would these terms be used accurately? (added August 2001) ] Lesson 3: Birth Time Rectification © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. After obtaining birth data from the native, family members, or printed records, how do we verify the precise time of birth? (added July 2001) ] Lesson 2: Solar Arc Directions © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. What is solar arc, how do we measure it, and how do we apply it? How do we calculate 22.5° (16th harmonic) notation? (added July 2001) ] Introduction to the Uranian Mandala (Meditation Wheel) by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych: This is the definitive original article published in German by Ruth Brummund in 1984, now available in English translation. The article describes the basic format and principles and how the Mandala is to be read. Part 2 of the article, to be added later, will explain the mathematical procedure (also mentioned in other Beacon articles by Ms Brummund) in for constructing the individualized Mandala. It would be wise to study this section now, to familiarize oneself with the symbolism and fundamental interpretive strategies. Still further information on the Mandala will be available in the Brummund Technique Book, in process of translation at this time. (added July 2001) ] Lesson 1: Planetary Pictures © by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych. What are planetary pictures; how do we find them, and of what significance are they? (added July 2001) ] The Dalai Lama: An Assessment via the Uranian Mandala by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl Psych: indicators shown by the Uranian Mandala of the underlying psychology of the contemporary Tibetan spiritual leader, His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. (added July 2001) ] A Chronological History of Uranian Astrology compiled by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: This chronology, first present in April 2000, brings Uranian Astrology to life on your screen with photos of past and current prominent figures in Hamburg School and Uranian Astrology. (updated June 2001) ] Answers to Questions about Uranian Techniques: A periodically updated alphabetical listing of key topics of interest to Uranian Astrology practice, answered by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund. (added May 2001) ] Astrology & Science: Magnetism & DNA : Translated excerpt from the French-language book How to Prove Astrology: Experiments and Theoretical Approaches by Sorbonne scholar Dr Suzel Fuzeau-Braesch. Dr Fuzeau-Braesch covers not only facts about magnetic fields that confirm astrological influences, but also works with a theory of how magnetic fields influence development of DNA strains, and thus also perhaps link with astrological factors. (complete translation posted May 2001) ] Meditation with Vulkanus: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: This depth meditation, a collection of impressions on Vulkanus energies, integrates Ms Page's experience with and studies of archetypal and astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology. (added March 2001) ] www.predictweather.com: Weather by the Moon: This website by New Zealand educator Kenneth Ring describes how study of our Moon's relationship to Earth is used to determine weather forecasts that are far more reliable than those dispensed by the vast majority of meteorologists. (added March 2001) ] Alfred Witte: Still Ahead of His Time in 1941: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: A tribute to Alfred Witte, recognizing his contributions to the field of astrology, including a summary of developments that have led to today's Uranian Astrology. (added February 2001) ] The Macrocosm Within © by Edward Block , Ph.D. Behavioral Biology: On human energetics, the study of subtle and very real phenomena corresponding to Prana, Chi, Chakra energies, connecting with Neurobiological principles and ultimately to Astrology. Deals with the historical resistance of astrologers to science and scientists to astrology. ] Sensitive Points, Sums, and Midpoints: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: Ms Brummund illustrates the redundancy of using an excess of mathematical techniques in general practice. (added January 2001) ] Sign Rulerships: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: Addressing the issue of using the old concept of rulerships in Uranian Astrology. (added January 2001) ] Sums compared to Midpoints: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: Ms Brummund illustrates the redundancy of using an excess of mathematical techniques in accounting for the death of the eminent astrologer Michel Gauquelin. (added January 2001) ] In Memory of Ludwig Rudolph: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: A tribute to Ludwig Rudolph and an assessment of a seed chart from the history of the Hamburg School of Astrology and its impact on past and future events. (added January 2001) ] Gems of Wisdom from Al H. Morrison: © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: The first part of this article appeared some time ago on the Beacon, and it is now supplemented with a Uranian analysis of key configurations in Mr Morrison's chart, and includes interpretations of planetary combinations from the Brummund Rulebook by Ruth Brummund, with supplementary interpretations by Blake Finley. (updated January 2001) ] Spirituality in the Natal Chart: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: An article on Poseidon as a spiritual indicator, illustrated with the chart and Mandala of Pope John XXIII. (added January 2001) ] Meditation with Cupido: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: This depth meditation, a collection of impressions on Cupido energies, integrates Ms Page's experience with and studies of archetypal and astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology. (added January 2001) ] Carl Gustav Jung and the Mandala: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: An analysis of the personalized Uranian Mandala for C G Jung, some of whose psychological principles are reflected in the Mandala paradigm designed by Ms Brummund. (added December 2000). ] Work with the Uranian Mandala: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: Use of the Uranian Mandala for personality assessment, with a case study of a young man also spotlighted in Ms Brummund's article on Methods of Prognosis. The Mandala synthesizes Jungian, Freudian and other psychological principles with astrological symbolism. (added December 2000). ] History of the Hamburg School since 1970: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: This article summarizes the many developments that have occurred since the onset of the 1970s to today, including the incorporation of psychological astrology into Uranian techniques, and research projects spearheaded by Ruth Brummund and now open to further development through cooperation with other organizations. (added December 2000). ] Evolution of the Uranian Mandala: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: This article gives an overview of the Uranian Astrology Mandala, originally inspired by the work of Bruno & Louise Huber, tracing its historical development from an angular table into a circular paradigm reflecting major principles of both Jungian and Freudian psychology. (added December 2000). ] The Hamburg School Today: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych: A summary of the different approaches and methodologies used by various teachers and groups within the Hamburg School, origin of Uranian Astrology (updated to December 2000). ] Meditation with Admetos: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: This depth meditation, a collection of impressions on Admetos energies, integrates Ms Page's experience with and studies of archetypal and astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology. (added December 2000) ] Methods of Prognosis for Uranian Astrology: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: A summary of key predictive techniques of contemporary Uranian Astrology applied to an example case study. (full translation completed November 2000) ] Astrology over the Course of Time: by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: This short history of astrology takes you from the beginnings of civilization to the most advanced state of affairs in Uranian Astrology. It is an excerpt from Ms Brummund's coming English-language translation of her 1994 textbook The Brummund Technique Book. (in process of translation.) (added November 2000) ] Hades Yesterday and Today: a Study of the Underlying Principles (recently updated): © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching. This is an ongoing study of Hades, recently updated. Hades triggers influences that one needs to handle without yielding to or being overcome by negativity or shallowness of perspective. (significantly updated November 2000) ] Two Approaches to Astrological Knowledge: © by Michael R Meyer: A short but significant introductory chapter to Meyer's authoritative reference Handbook for the Humanistic Astrologer that has yet to fully sink in to the consciousness of today's astrology. Read and meditate. (re-posted September 2000) ] Undiscovered Physics: Conservative materialists and other conventional weenies, get ready. Millennium Twain rocks the 21st century into orbit with this online new physics reference. Gives new meaning to the word metaphysics. Bye-bye, black book... Hello, New Enlightenment. A hardcopy version of this book is available from the author, who can be reached at muse@ethos.co.nz (added September 2000) ] Meditation with Hades: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: Integrating her experience with and studies of astrological symbolism, anthropology, psychology, and spiritual practice, Ms Page writes observations on Hades obtained from depth meditation and validated by her substantial direct experience with astrological and archetypal symbolism. (added August 2000) ] The Uranian Astrological Mandala: by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: A personality assessment device synthesizing Jungian and Freudian principles. Jung emphasized that the study of the Mandala concept was a key to integrating elements of the personal and collective unconscious into consciousness, facilitating personal and collective empowerment, and deterring the recurrence of totalitarian social orders (see Jung's Collected Works, v 10, para 450). Further explanatory text to appear in the future. (updated July 2000) ] Certificate, Diploma, and Degree Programs: a listing of schools and organizations that offer formal training leading to certification in Astrology or in interdisciplinary studies that include Astrology. (updated July 2000) ] Astrological Research Bibliography: recently added to the Uranian Beacon Astrological Research page, a bibliography of books for study of astrological research issues and actual research data. Updated on an ongoing basis. If you have suggestions for additions, please contact blake@www.uranian-institute.org (added July 2000) ] C.U.R.A.: University Centre for Astrological Research (in France): An on-line academic journal of astrological research, edited by Patrice Guinard, Doctorat en Philosophie. Site is in both English and French. This site includes an interesting list of Doctoral Theses on Astrology tabulated in French but referring to many theses written in English. (added June 2000) ] CCRS Dodona, maintained by Zipporah Dobyns, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, and Maritha Pottenger, M.A. Clinical Psychology: this new intelligent, outstandingly informative, and high-impact site contains interesting articles on how astrology applies to human psychology and development. (added June 2000) ] Life without Space-Time (in New Zealand) by Millennium Twain: looking at reality through the lens of Frontier Physics shows us a world that may be much like what ancient metaphysical texts told us long ago. This is Chapter 5 of Undiscovered Physics, a book available from the author, who can be reached at muse@ethos.co.nz (added June 2000) ] The Geodetic World Map: (in Canada): Articles on Sepharial and source of reference materials by I. I. Chris McRae, PMAFA. Includes information on ordering a full-size Geodetic wall map. (added June 2000) ] The Church of Light: (in the USA): This newly updated and expanded website gives a summary of the central principles and publications of an organization based on the Brotherhood of Light and the teachings of the hermetic order of Luxor. This organization integrates Astrology, metaphysics, and spiritual teachings into a coherent system with the motto Contribute Your Utmost to Universal Welfare. Its founder, Elbert Benjamine, pen name C C Zain, a man ahead of his time, purveyed what was in effect a sort of Transpersonal Astrology before the term was popularized. (added June 2000) ] Revival of the Ancient Library of Alexandria: (in Egypt) gives a description of the joint UNESCO-Egyptian government project to restore this ancient library which may have housed some of the greatest astrological documents of history. (added June 2000) ] Methods of Prognosis for Uranian Astrology: by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: (in process of translation; full text to appear soon): A summary of key predictive techniques of contemporary Uranian Astrology illustrated with an example case study. (added May 2000) ] The Hamburg School Astrology: Excerpts from the comprehensive German reference Wege der Astrologie by Dr. Christoph Schubert-Weller © 1996 (added May 2000) ] Hermetic Astrology by Daniele LeCroy, Church of Light Hermetician: A brief look at the history, concepts, and theories of hermetic Astrology derived from ancient Egyptian traditions. (added May 2000) ] Khaldea, maintained by Michael R Meyer, leading advocate of Humanistic Astrology. This site reveals links between Humanistic concepts and current events and the zeitgeist of the 21st century. (added May 2000) ] A Chronological History of Uranian Astrology compiled by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: An ongoing chronological account of Uranian Astrology events, based on personal correspondence from Ruth Brummund and Udo Rudolph, and from other printed sources.(added April 2000) ] Depth Astrology and Global Trends:articles and books on depth astrology counseling, collective psychology, and global social trends. Maintained by Erin Sullivan, leading North American astrologer. (added April 2000) ] Uranian Astrology for the 21st Century: An encapsulated summary of the state of Uranian Astrology today and and tomorrow from the perspective of Master Uranian astrologer © Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psychology. (added March 2000; updated August 2000) ] The Astrology of Hermann Lefeldt © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: The impact of Hermann Lefeldt on Astrology and why his works have been held in check. (added March 2000) ] Pluto inside the Orbit of Neptune © by Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching : An analysis of how this phenomenon, which lasted from 1984 to 1999, affected planet and what changes are needed to resolve the subsequent problems. (added March 2000) ] The Astrology of Spiritual Change © by Michael R Meyer: As the author of the authoritative reference A Handbook for the Humanistic Astrologer, Michael Meyer makes an appeal to astrologers during this critical stage in planetary transformation. (added March 2000) ] Exploring the Trans-Neptunian Solar System on the website of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences: In the past few years, dozens of bodies have been discovered in near-circular, low inclination orbits near or beyond the orbit of Neptune. (added Feb 2000) ] Introduction to the BRUMMUND RULEBOOK: by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psychology. A Foreword, Introduction, and Prefaces to the new authoritative Uranian Astrology interpretive reference for the 21st Century.English translation © 1999, 2000 by Ruth Brummund & Blake Finley. (added Jan 2000) ] Keywords of the Uranian Planets and Points, including the Transneptunians translated from the Brummund Rulebook: The authoritative definitions of the Uranian Astrology planets and points by Master Uranian Astrologer Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych. English translation ©1999, 2000 by Ruth Brummund & Blake Finley. (added Dec 1999) ] What and Who is the Ascendant?: by Ruth Brummund, Dipl.Psych.: In clarifying the meaning of the personal points, consideration of what the Ascendant actually refers to. (added Dec 1999) ] Links and Articles dealing with Aether, Alpha, and Frontier Physics (added Dec 1999) ] Article on the Effects of Magnetars on Earth Events, article from NASA Space Science News, summarizing the research of Ersin Gogus, Doctoral candidate in Astrophysics, on the correlation of stellar energies with events on our planet Earth. (Thanks to Joyce Hoen, D.F.Astol.S.,at the Center for Humanistic and Transpersonal Astrology in Holland for bringing this one to our attention.) (added Dec 1999) ] The Transneptunians and Cultural Archetypes © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: An authoritative description of the archetypes of the Transneptunians through pertinent symbols from the collective unconscious, based on the author's research at the Hamburg University Library and her many years of practical experience working with the Transneptunians. (added Dec 1999) ] The Sun and Moon in Families: Astrology is Not Gender-Based © by Erin Sullivan: an excerpt from Erin's book Dynasty: the Astrology of Family Dynamics. This article addresses the Sun and Moon in all of us. ] The Magnetosphere by Dr James L Green of NASA: An interesting summary account of magnetic fields in interplanetary space and their effects. ] Mandala Illustration for Work with the Uranian Astrological Mandala: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych. ] The Hamburg School Today: © by Ruth Brummund, Dipl. Psych.: A summary of the different approaches and methodologies used by various teachers and groups within the Hamburg School, origin of Uranian Astrology. ] Geodetic Map of the Planet Earth:© by L Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: General map of the Earth indicating Geodetic Ascendants and Midheavens and world cities located at 0° of the those angles. ] Geodetic Angles and Relocated Angles: A Brief Comparison: © by L Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching: Geodetic and other Locational Astrology systems are valid, each describing a different aspect of reality. ] Summary of Nikolai Kozyrev's revolutionary theories about stellar energy and the nature of time (in a new October 1999 re-edited English version) from the website of Alexander Frolov, Dipl.Telecommunications. ] Sun and Moon -- Man and Woman?: © by Janis Page, M.A. Psych. Counseling: explores 'masculine' and 'feminine' as archetypal energy patterns as they relate to the elements, the Sun and Moon, and man and woman. ] Astrology, Meditation, and the Fearless Contemplation of Change: © by Greg Bogart, Ph.D.: looking beyond traditional malefic/benefic polarities and helping our clients to seek positive even in the midst of difficult circumstances. ] Astrology as a Science: Fundamentalism, Relativism, Rationalism: © by Wojciech Jozwiak: how our philosophy of life affects the way we approach and utilize astrology. ] Synopsis of Transneptunian Planets as a Developmental Sequence: © by L Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching (full article to appear soon). The influence of Witte's transneptunian planets from an integrated humanistic/transpersonal perspective. A study based on over 20 years of analytical study, observation, and practice. ] Synopsis of A Study of the Underlying Principles of Hades: © by L Blake Finley, M.A. Linguistics, Cert. Teaching (full article to appear soon). Once considered the scapegoat of the sky (not unlike Saturn in centuries past), Hades effects influences that one needs to handle without yielding to or being overcome by negativity. . SITE DESIGNED AND MAINTAINED BY L. BLAKE FINLEY, M.A., POSEIDON TRANSLATION (TM), SAN FRANCISCO
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