CAPRITTARIUS, or the SAGITTARIUS/CAPRICORN Cusp, December 19 – December 25: Also called the Cusp of Prophecy, Caprittarius is an overlapping and admixture of the ninth sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius, and the tenth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn. The Caprittarius can be symbolically likened to the period around sixty-three years of age in the human life and also marks the beginning of winter in the northern hemisphere. During this period most of the land lies fallow, some animals sleep sweetly in hibernation, the winds blow cold and snows fall. The length of days slowly decreases until about December 21 (the winter solstice), when the night is longer and the day shorter than at any other time in the year. This is the time at which druids at Stonehenge made astronomical observations and prophecies, and when fortunes were often cast. Indeed the Caprittarius may be said to represent Prophecy. In human development, at this juncture in life, middle age is drawing to a close and old age is about to begin. The emerging elder must face a time when traditionally his/her usefulness to the material world has lessened. Many continue their work, but usually at a lower energy level or by scaling back. However, the individual’s usefulness in the spiritual sense may increase greatly, both as a mentor and inspiration to others. A sense of mortality and physical vulnerability may strengthen spiritual understandings, make for a more realistic attitude and ultimately a kind of fearlessness towards life. The days which comprise the Sagittarius/Capricorn cusp exemplify some of the manifestations of Prophecy (using wisdom to look into the future), where the visionary, intuitive Sagittarius nature combines with the pragmatic, empirical nature of Capricorn. THE CAPRITTARIUS PERSONALITY: Those born on the Sagittarius/Capricorn cusp not only demonstrate a talent for sensing the future state of things but also take a hand in shaping them as well. One reason that the future so often “belongs” to the determined individuals born on this cusp is that they prepare for it so thoroughly. CAPRITTARIUS people are also great initiators of projects, able to get things moving efficiently in a remarkably short space of time. They are not known, however, for their patience with those who fail to appreciate or endorse their plans. Faced with a lack of cooperation, those born on this cusp are prepared to move ahead alone---decisively and with full force. Every cusp personality comprises conflicting elements, being influenced by two very different adjacent signs. This holds particularly true for CAPRITTARIUS—indeed, the fiery, impulsive Sagittarian side can clash with the slower, more calculating earthiness of Capricorn. Moreover, conflicts may arise between the expansive influences of Jupiter (ruler of Sagittarius) and the restrictive tendencies of Saturn (ruler of Capricorn). Intuition-sensation types, those born on this cusp can lack the lightness and sensitivity of water. Caprittarius people are often deep, weighty individuals who recognize the power of silence. Many born on this cusp also have the ability to utilize this power as a forceful extension of their personality. They must be careful, however, not to alienate those with whom they live and work or cut off avenues of communication. ADVICE FOR CAPRITTARIUS: Learn to temper your intensity. By understanding yourself better you will be less at the mercy of your moods. Work on improving social relationships and continue to befriend others. Beware of any tendencies to close yourself off. Allow your warm and loving side full rein and keep your heart open. CAPRITTARIUS ATTRACTIONS: People born on this cusp are generally most attracted to other cusp people, particularly TAURINI (Taurus/Gemini) AND LEOVIRG (Leo/Virgo) cusps.

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