The Critical Degrees
The critical degrees are the first, middle, and final degrees of a sign. These degrees are particularly potent.
- Planets at 0° in a natal chart, take on the pure, undiluted nature of the sign.
- Planets from 14° to 16° deal with the sign's key issues.
- Planets 29° are on an anaretic or fated degree. These are thought to be negative, and the individual is often confronted with some of the most challenging facets of what that sign means.
The Avatar Degrees
The avatar degrees are 15° Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. It's thought that these degrees of the fixed signs bring forth resourcefulness, coincidences, and lucky accidents that can sometimes seem magical. An individual with a planet at the avatar degrees often becomes a "go-to" person who makes things happen.
The Aries Point
Aries points are 0° degree of cardinal signs: 0° Aries, 0° Cancer, 0° Libra, and 0° Capricorn. A Planet on the Aries point often foretells recognition, but not necessarily celebrity. Planets on the Aries point reveal a potential for the individual to make an impact and be recognized through their Aries point gift.
