Al Sa'd al Dhabih
ManzilThe Lucky One of the Slaughterers · Arabic Manzil 20
Position (J2000)
3° 48' Aquarius ♒
Determinant Star
alpha Capricorni
Tradition
Arabic Manzil
Astrological Influence
Al Sa'd al Dhabih, meaning 'the Lucky One of the Slaughterers,' corresponds to alpha and beta Capricorni. Despite its ominous name, this mansion helps the escape of servants and captives and aids in curing diseases. The name refers to a pre-Islamic sacrificial tradition, and the mansion's beneficial influence on healing and liberation transforms its violent origin into a theme of release.
This mansion marks the beginning of a series of 'lucky' mansions in the Arabic system.
In the Arabic Manzil System
The twentieth manzil begins the fortunate Sa'd (Lucky) series, a group of four consecutive mansions whose names all begin with 'the Lucky One.' This clustering of benefic mansions in the Capricorn/Aquarius region of the ecliptic is notable and may reflect an ancient observation about favorable conditions when the Moon traverses this area.
Lunar Influence
When the Moon transits Al Sa'd al Dhabih, it favors taking medicine and travel but discourages lending money or entering marriage. The liberating, healing quality of this mansion makes it especially suited for therapeutic activities and for breaking free from constraining situations.
Moon Election Guidance
With Moon here, take medicine, travel, but do not lend money 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 Geliel.
Talismanic Tradition
Purpose: For the security of runaways
Image: A man with wings on his feet and a helmet on his head
Material: Iron seal
Perfume: Argent vive (quicksilver)
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