Al Na'am
ManzilThe Ostriches · Arabic Manzil 18
Position (J2000)
13° 36' Capricorn ♑
Determinant Star
zeta Sagittarii
Tradition
Arabic Manzil
Astrological Influence
Al Na'am, meaning 'the Ostriches,' corresponds to several stars in Sagittarius. This mansion helps in taming wild beasts and strengthening prisons, while destroying the wealth of collectives and compelling people to specific locations. The ostrich imagery evokes both speed and the peculiar vulnerability of a powerful creature that cannot fly.
The mansion's ability to tame and contain suggests authority over unruly forces.
In the Arabic Manzil System
The eighteenth manzil enters Sagittarius, where the Archer's expansive energy is paradoxically channeled into containment and control. The ostriches of the name may refer to a traditional Arabic constellation figure in this region. The mansion's emphasis on taming and confining reflects the Sagittarian challenge of directing boundless energy toward specific goals.
Lunar Influence
When the Moon passes through Al Na'am, it favors building and asking for favors but discourages marriage. The disciplining, containing energy of this mansion supports practical construction and negotiation from a position of authority.
Moon Election Guidance
With Moon here, build, ask favours but do not 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 Kyriel.
Talismanic Tradition
Purpose: For hunting
Image: A centaur
Material: Tin seal
Perfume: Head of a wolf
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