Al Awwa
ManzilThe Barker · Arabic Manzil 11
Astrological Influence
Al Awwa, meaning 'the Barker,' corresponds to several stars in Virgo. This mansion gives benevolence, gain, favorable voyages, good harvests, and the freedom of captives. Its name, evoking the sound of a watchdog, suggests an energy that alerts, protects, and guards prosperity.
Al Awwa is one of the more broadly beneficial mansions, touching on nearly every domain of practical life with a favorable influence.
In the Arabic Manzil System
The eleventh manzil sits fully within Virgo's domain, where the earthy, productive energy of the harvest sign amplifies the mansion's agricultural and commercial associations. The 'barking' quality suggests vigilance over what has been gained, an appropriate theme for the sign of careful stewardship and practical wisdom.
Lunar Influence
When the Moon transits Al Awwa, it favors sowing, planting, and taking medicine. However, travel and marriage are discouraged during this period. The protective, watchful quality of the mansion suggests focusing on what you have and tending to existing commitments rather than reaching for new ones.
Moon Election Guidance
With Moon here, sow, plant, take medicine but do not travel or marry.
Meteorological Nature
When the Moon occupies this mansion, the weather influence is described as: Temperate.
Ruling Spirit
The ruling angel of this mansion is Jazeriel.
Talismanic Tradition
Purpose: For the agreement of married people
Image: A man in red wax and a woman in white embracing one another
Material: Red wax (man) and white wax (woman)
Perfume: Lignum aloes and amber
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