16th degree of Mercury in Capricorn. An occult degree. Associated with unions and marriage. Disillusionment regarding one’s preferences. A long path of rejection of these bonds (P. Globa). Inheritance, diligence, criticality, commercial talent. If damaged and if the Ascendant and luminaries are harmed by a malefactor—threat of capital punishment. If in good aspect to Venus and Neptune—musicality and excellent vocal control. If damaged by Mars—carbuncles on the neck (J. Kepler).
Growth; musicality (N. DeVore).
“An old teacher fails to interest students in traditional knowledge.” — The inadequacy of old knowledge during a crisis. Creatively fruitful frustration. Conscious possession of greater knowledge and greater potential than can be utilized. Great inner fullness. Spiritual solitude (D. Rudhyar).
“The Inspirer.” Indicates a person who not only inspires themselves but also spreads enthusiasm among others to advance a cause. A degree of public figures (B. Israel).
A successful marriage that, however, entails unpleasant consequences (O. Troianovskyi).
Mercury degree. An occult degree associated with unions and marriages. Observance, reflection. Immersion in a large family. A happy marriage, but with disillusionment. Disillusionment regarding one’s preferences. A long path of rejection of these bonds (Thebaic Calendar).
Venus degree. “A white dove adorned with a pink ribbon and a small bell, perched on the right shoulder of a person drinking wine.” — Indicates a cheerful and sociable person who will be cared for by women, and along with them, by Venus. Here, there is a clear tendency toward indulgence in one’s weaknesses, but, in addition, this degree is associated with the power of restraint that guides such a person during easy and natural events. It is a symbol of the Pleasant Life (I. Kosminsky).
