Al Dabaran
ManzilThe Follower · Arabic Manzil 2
Astrological Influence
Al Dabaran, meaning 'the Follower,' takes its name from the bright star Aldebaran, which appears to follow the Pleiades across the sky. This mansion carries a complex and somewhat challenging influence, traditionally associated with the destruction and hindrance of constructions, wells, and gold mines, as well as the stirring of discord.
Despite its difficult traditional reputation, Al Dabaran's energy can be channeled constructively. The Moon's passage through this mansion favors business pursuits, travel, marriage, and taking medicine, suggesting that while the mansion's ambient nature is disruptive, deliberate action during its transit can yield positive results.
In the Arabic Manzil System
As the second manzil, Al Dabaran follows immediately after the abundant Pleiades, embodying the principle that creation and destruction are always intertwined. Aldebaran, the mansion's determinant star, is one of the four Royal Stars of Persia (Watcher of the East), giving this mansion a significance that extends well beyond its sequence position. The tension between the star's royal dignity and the mansion's disruptive influence creates a paradox at the heart of this manzil.
Lunar Influence
The Moon in Al Dabaran brings an energy of bold action and decisiveness. This is a favorable transit for pursuing business opportunities, making journeys, entering into marriage, and seeking medical treatment. The key is intentional action: the mansion rewards those who move with purpose rather than passivity.
Moon Election Guidance
With Moon here, pursue business, travel, marry and take medicine.
Meteorological Nature
When the Moon occupies this mansion, the weather influence is described as: Dry.
Ruling Spirit
The ruling angel of this mansion is Azariel.
Talismanic Tradition
Purpose: For revenge, separation, enmity, and ill will
Image: A soldier sitting on a horse, holding a serpent in his right hand
Material: Red wax
Perfume: Red myrrh and storax
Equivalent Mansions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Al Dabaran mean as a lunar mansion?
Al Dabaran, meaning 'the Follower,' corresponds to the star Aldebaran (alpha Tauri). As the second Arabic manzil, it is said to cause destruction and hindrances of buildings, fountains, and wells, while begetting discord. However, when the Moon is here for elections, it favors pursuing business, travel, marriage, and taking medicine.
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