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Al Nathrah

Manzil

The Gap or Crib · Arabic Manzil 6

Position (J2000)

7° 12' Leo ♌

Determinant Star

44 M Cancri

Tradition

Arabic Manzil

Astrological Influence

Al Nathrah, meaning 'the Gap' or 'the Crib,' corresponds to the Beehive Cluster (Praesepe) in Cancer. This mansion causes love, friendship, and fellowship among travelers, while also having the peculiar effect of driving away mice and afflicting captives.

The Beehive Cluster's dense congregation of stars gives this mansion a quality of community, nurturing, and the warmth of shared experience.

In the Arabic Manzil System

As the sixth manzil, Al Nathrah occupies the heart of Cancer, the sign of home and family. The Beehive Cluster (Praesepe), visible to the naked eye as a hazy patch, was used by ancient navigators as a weather indicator: when it dimmed, storms were approaching. This association with navigation carries into the mansion's electional guidance.

Lunar Influence

The Moon in Al Nathrah specifically favors navigation and sea travel, setting it apart from many other mansions that counsel against maritime ventures. The community-oriented energy of this mansion makes it a good time for joining with others and seeking companionship on journeys both literal and figurative.

Moon Election Guidance

With Moon here, navigate.

Meteorological Nature

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

Ruling Spirit

The ruling angel of this mansion is Amnediel.

Talismanic Tradition

Purpose: For victory in war

Image: An eagle with the face of a man

Material: Tin

Perfume: Brimstone

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