Patrick Rafter

Chapter 2. Sun in Your Chart

On the first page of Genesis it says, "God made the Sun to rule the day and the Moon to rule the night and to be for signs and wonders." To the ancients, the Sun was known as Shamash, Ra, Apollo "breaker of family curses" and Tonatiuh, "dispenser of fate". The Sun gives you light and life. It also represents how and where you shine. The Sun is the star of self-expression, ego-identity, leadership, honor, glory and pride.

The sunspot cycle of 22.22 years constitutes one heart beat/drum beat for the Sun. As such, it is the chief symbol for the circulatory system and the pulse of life.

TIP: When you come to terms with your solar power you become a star. Below are described some of your stellar qualities Patrick Rafter.

Sun in Capricorn

DETERMINED SELF-EXPRESSION

Essentially, you're cautious, steadfast and reserved. Even as a child, your personality was probably mature for your years. With any luck your life will get better and your responsibilities will become more to your liking as you mature. We all have our cycles, and you have one that is sure and steady to the top. You only fail when you give up.

TIP: "Never, never, never, never, never give up."

Winston Churchill

Your sun sign, Capricorn, occupies the top position on the zodiac. Take a hint. You were made for management and leadership. Your ambitions are only limited by your self-esteem.

Planning and work will pay off. Be sure to ask for a fair price for your efforts.

Sun Quintile Uranus

SELF-EXPRESSION BRINGS OUT TALENT FOR LIBERATION

You can become a star by channeling your willpower through your mind. Once you allow originality and intuition to guide you, accomplishments and new heights will follow. Your confidence and enthusiasm can inspire others. Make new friends. Learn new skills. Allow sexual sparks to fly your way.

You're brilliant, original and independent though somewhat erratic, impulsive, and rebellious. You're naturally innovative and can become a star by adjusting your talents to the information age. Marriage is challenging, to say the least. Before someone becomes your lover, see if you are friends. Give yourself permission to enjoy unusual relationships with outstanding characters.

Sun Semi-Sextile Neptune

SELF-EXPRESSION HELPS CLARIFY FANTASY

You have refined aesthetic taste and are better off with original art and live music in your life. You are like a Jaguar automobile. To run smoothly, everything must be tuned. You are keenly aware, sensitive and psychically attuned. Be selective as to who and what you allow around you. To become a star, learn to trust your first impressions and go with them.

Sun Square Pluto

SELF-EXPRESSION CHALLENGES CLEANSING

You can become a star by dealing with power issues and power complexes. You can be obsessive and extreme in your drive for power. Your physical, psychological and spiritual desires are all very strong. Once you consolidate your position, you will advance. Once you define and commit yourself to a goal, your physical strength, mental energy and creative powers make you unstoppable.

TIP: Your power is volcanic Patrick Rafter. Within you is a crucible of creation.

You can take up a cause. You can right some wrongs. You can fight some injustices. You can change yourself and the environment. If anybody can begin again and restructure for change, it is you.