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Al Han'ah

Manzil

A Brand or Mark · Arabic Manzil 4

Position (J2000)

9° 06' Cancer ♋

Determinant Star

gamma Geminorum

Tradition

Arabic Manzil

Astrological Influence

Al Han'ah, meaning 'a Brand or Mark,' corresponds to gamma Geminorum and carries an influence favorable for hunting, military sieges, and the assertion of princely authority. It also has a destructive effect on harvests and fruits and is said to hinder medical operations.

This mansion embodies the marking and claiming of territory, both literal and figurative. Its energy supports bold, assertive action in pursuit of defined goals.

In the Arabic Manzil System

The fourth manzil occupies the early degrees of Cancer in the tropical zodiac, placing it at a transitional point between the intellectual air of Gemini and the emotional depth of Cancer. Al Han'ah's martial quality may seem at odds with this sensitive region, but it reflects the protective, defensive aspect of the Cancerian archetype.

Lunar Influence

The Moon in Al Han'ah supports agricultural work (ploughing and sowing) and settled activities but discourages travel. The mansion's branding, marking quality suggests this is a time for establishing boundaries and consolidating what you hold rather than venturing into unknown territory.

Moon Election Guidance

With Moon here, plough, sow, but do not travel.

Meteorological Nature

When the Moon occupies this mansion, the weather influence is described as: Moist.

Ruling Spirit

The ruling angel of this mansion is Dirachiel.

Talismanic Tradition

Purpose: To procure love between two people

Image: Two images embracing one another

Material: White wax

Perfume: Lignum aloes and amber

assertionauthoritymarking territoryhuntingmilitary actionboldness

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