Fixed-star reference
Sun and Moon contacts
This panel compares the Sun and Moon to a compact fixed-star reference set by zodiacal longitude. It is a study aid, not a full rising/setting engine yet.
Virgo
Spica
24° 00′ Libra
Traditionally associated with gifts, learning, skill, harvest, protection, and fortunate refinement.
Leo
Regulus
0° 00′ Virgo
Royal star of the North; traditionally associated with sovereignty, honor, fame, and the ethics of power.
Scorpio
Antares
10° 00′ Sagittarius
Royal star of the West; traditionally associated with intensity, contest, passion, and transformative force.
Canis Major
Sirius
14° 00′ Cancer
Traditionally associated with brilliance, devotion, heat, guardianship, and eminent visibility.
Taurus
Aldebaran
10° 00′ Gemini
Royal star of the East; traditionally associated with courage, integrity, heat, and martial visibility.
Piscis Austrinus
Fomalhaut
4° 00′ Pisces
Royal star of the South; traditionally associated with vision, devotion, ideals, and spiritual imagination.