Horoscopes and Psychopaths
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The Astrology of Inferiority and Superiority Disorders

This is an almost complete checklist of astrological indications for disorders of inferiority. If none of the listed indications is present than the possibility of any severe form of this kind of disorder can be ruled out. Most people’s birth charts will feature at least four of the following indications, but there are a few which show none, and a good number with more than five.

Counter indications can reduce the impact of, or sometimes counteract, the malefic indications. The most notable are probably Venus in Libra or Pisces. Others include Saturn or the full Moon in Aquarius, Capricorn or Libra, the half Moon in Libra, and Venus in Taurus. Second-class counter indications include Jupiter in Taurus and Mars in Capricorn. In general any superior planet dignified in a superior sign can constitute a counter indication, so long as it is unafflicted (including not joined by the Sun, Mars or Mercury).

The strongest indications of inferiority are the first three sankhya yogas: Gola, Yuga and Sula. If any of the these yogas is present you definitely need to watch out. Without counter indications they spell serious trouble! Due to its limited emotional and moral development the fourth sankhya yoga, Kedara, can reveal inferiority of the third level (psychopathy/madness) – if Mercury is weak or there are no counter indications.

1. Gola or Yuga yoga
2. Sula yoga with fewer than two counter indications
3. Kedara yoga with a weak Mercury or zero counter indications

Although Pasa yoga in itself does not promote antisocial behavior it can worsen the effect of other indications that do by adding a superiority complex. This is especially true if Jupiter, the ruler of this sankhya yoga, is involved. The Dama and Veena yogas can be counter indications if their respective rulers Venus and Saturn are strong. The indicators in the list below have the potential of revealing disorders of inferiority when situated in the signs or joined by the planets to be listed next.

1. 1. The Sidereal Ascendant or the Full Moon
   2. The North Lunar Node (Rahu) or Saturn
   3. Uranus
2. 1. The Half Moon (three signs away from full)
   2. Venus
3. 1. The Quincunx Moon (one sign away from full)
   2. Jupiter
   3. Neptune

An indicator of a certain order as listed above combined with a sign or planet of the same order as listed below constitutes an indication of the first degree. An indicator of a given order combined with a sign or planet of an order right below the indicator’s own constitutes an indication of the second degree. At last, an indication of the third (least severe) degree is present with a third order indicator in a combination with a sign or planet of the second order below. Each number in the following list corresponds to one of the three levels of inferiority described in the main article. For the three different Moons only the sign placements convey disorders of inferiority.

1. Leo, Cancer, or the Sun
2. Aries, Scorpio, or Mars
3. Gemini, Virgo, or Mercury

Additionally, the Sextile Moon in Leo or Cancer, and Mercury in a first level combination, make indications of the second degree, and finally Mars in a first level combination, the South Lunar Node in a third level combination, and the Sun in Gemini or Virgo, constitute indications of the third degree.

1. The Sextile Moon (two signs away from new) in Leo or Cancer
2. Mercury in a first level combination
3. Mars in a first level combination
4. The South Lunar Node (Ketu) in a third level combination
5. The Sun in Gemini or Virgo

The following indications might be the most important, but they require the exact time of birth and for the last two also the place of birth. A New Moon, and the Sun in the same sign as the Sidereal Ascendant, are first level indications of the first degree. Mars in the same situation would constitute a considerably weaker second level indication of the second degree. A New Moon in Leo, Cancer, Aries or Scorpio is particularly bad.

1. New Moon (the Sun and the Moon in the same sign)
2. The Sun in the 1st house
3. Mars in the 1st house

A minimum requirement for any severe disorder of inferiority is that there exists at least one major indication, or that the sum of inferiority indications after reduction by the sum of counter indications exceeds one. Since evaluating the exact strength of each indication and summing it all up quickly becomes a complex business, I am developing software to do this as consistently as possible. Using the latest technological preview (TP39) of Astrolog for OS/2 the average inferiority factor for 715 public figures is just under five. An increase in factor should mean an increase in antisocial potential. The inferiority factor is independent of location. For those with access to the software it can be calculated by dividing the inferiority score by the integrity score (both scores are expressed as percentages of the maximum possible).

Now let us get to some examples. The birth chart of Isabel Hickey, a much acclaimed spiritual astrologer, has exactly zero indications supporting any major disorder of inferiority. Her chart also features Veena yoga, the most dignified of the seven sankhya yogas, but since Saturn, the ruler of this yoga, is slightly cusped it does not constitute a full counter indication. A cusped Venus shows weak interpersonal skills and does not exclude a mild sense of inferiority in that area, but all in all her chart excludes psychopathy or anything worse. Thanks to the Sidereal Ascendant, the North Lunar Node and Saturn all acting as major counter indications, the antisocial potential of her chart can only end up a very negative figure. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 0,0.

The chart for the Dalai Lama, a Tibetan buddhist leader, has just one major indication: a second level indication of the third degree (3b). A membership of the totally mad and completely shameless Virgo generation adds a third level indication of the first degree (3c). He shares this evil indication with the former dictator of Iraq, the current dictator of North Korea, and the biggest swindler in US history. However, unlike their charts, but like Isabel Hickey’s, his chart too features Veena yoga, though Saturn is here more clearly weak and therefore reduces this yoga to even less than half a counter indication. His antisocial score after reduction still comes to less than one, thanks in large part to his North Lunar Node in Capricorn being a first class counter indication. A slightly cusped Uranus in Taurus reduces the score even further, but not enough to enter negative territory. The exact final figure will vary with your evaluation of Saturn in Pisces (an indication of subjectivity and a third level superiority disorder of the third degree) and the weight you assign Neptune. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 0,3.

For Bernard Madoff, the Wall Street fraud, Kedara yoga (the money sankhya yoga he shares with Henry Ford, Ingvar Kamprad and Bill Gates just to mention three) without any of the counter indications mentioned above, constitutes a possible indication. Since Mercury is not strong, but could be weaker, we may very conservatively count his Kedara yoga as just half an indication. He also has at least one first level indication of the first degree (1c) and possibly also a New Moon. Since there is not even a minor counter indication in his chart, adding two second level indications of the second degree (1b × 2) and the same first degree indication (3c) as for the Dalai Lama, gives him a final antisocial score of at least five and a half. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 20,3. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

The chart for Bill Gates, an extreme sociopath notorious in the software industry for his anticompetitive practices, has at least six indications, starting with Kedara yoga in combination with a weak Mercury. In addition there are two first level indications of the first degree (1a & 1c), as well as two second level indications, one of the first degree (2b) and another of the second (1b). A third level indication of the third degree (the South Lunar Node in Gemini) reinforces the sociopathic vibes of the primary indication. Besides a cusped Neptune in Libra there are no counter indications in his chart. Even if the planet were at peak strength, its placement in Libra would still only amount to a minor counter indication of the third degree. Venus in Scorpio also lessens its effect. Most people’s birth charts feature both more and a lot stronger counter indications. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 43,1.

If wikipedia can be trusted, Nidal Malik Hasan, a psychiatrist (M.D.) who allegedly shot and killed 13 people on a US army base in November of last year, was born on 8 September 1970. This date produces yet another birth chart featuring Kedara yoga with a weak Mercury. Four additional indications are derived from the Sun and Ketu in Virgo joined by Mercury and Mars. Following the checklist his chart gives rise to a total of at least seven indications: Three of the third level, two of the second (2b & 3b), and two of the first (Mercury & Mars). There are two counter indications, Saturn in Taurus being the most important, but due to an extremely weak dispositor, Venus in Scorpio, they do not hold up very well. A generation X membership adds a second level antisocial indication of the third degree (3c), but Uranus unafflicted in Libra largely counteracts that indication. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 5,8. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

The chart for Ted Bundy, a psychopath, torturer, rapist and serial killer responsible for the death of at least 26 people, features the first sankhya yoga, Sula, which by itself is enough to indicate major antisocial potential. Since Mars, its ruler, is here very weak in Sagittarius and there are no major counter indications we can start our antisocial indication count at two. In addition there are two simple first level indications of the first degree (1a & 1b), and one second level indication of the first degree (2b). Finally, another first level indication of the first degree (a New Moon), a first level indication of the third degree (Mars with the Sun), and a second level indication of the third degree (3b), bring the grand total of antisocial indications to eight. Neptune in Libra constitutes a minor counter indication of the third degree, but Venus in Scorpio minimizes its effect. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 185,8.

To round up, I have chosen five examples to show that not all birth charts of serial killers have as many antisocial indications as Ted Bundy’s does. The strength and in particular the level of the indications are more important than the sheer number. Also the linking of planets in dispositor chains can be important. Through this mechanism any planet in any of the inferior signs can promote antisocial traits. The first two examples feature the nonsocial Kedara yoga and complement it with the Moon as an antisocial indication. The last three examples highlight the characterless Pasa yoga. Like its undignified inferior counterparts this undignified superior sankhya yoga reduces overall chart integrity too, but usually in a less dramatic way. Since it at best contributes a mild superiority complex, it is not surprising to also see it associated with an increased risk of ending up in prison. In fact, it is the only sankhya yoga to show this clear increase. Its dignified colleagues, the Dama and Veena yogas, show a negative association.

The first example is the birth chart of John Wayne Gacey, a serial killer who raped and murdered at least 33 young men and boys before he was executed in 1994. Here Kedara yoga with an extremely weak Mercury (cusped in Pisces) starts us off with at least one major antisocial indication. Next we have a first level indication of the first degree (a New Moon), and a couple of second level indications, one of the second degree (1a) and another of the third (3b). A third level indication of the first degree (3c) brings us to a grand total of five antisocial indications. Saturn and Uranus in Taurus are potential counter indications, but both are weakened by Venus in Aquarius, and at least Uranus is significantly cusped. Through dispositor chaining the North Lunar Node in Virgo and Mars in Gemini also contribute significant antisocial traits. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 11,7.

The final Kedara yoga example is for the most prolific known serial killer in history. Harold Shipman was a UK medical doctor and drug addict who systematically killed at least 218 of his patients. In addition to the antisocial indications to be mentioned next, his chart also has a hypersocial indication of the first degree: the Sun in Capricorn. With such a weak Sun by sign placement there can be a severe lack of dignity, mental capacity, faith and lawfulness. Other indications can compensate for this, but there are no such indications in Dr Shipman’s chart. This shows that he identified himself as above his patients as well as above the law. Now let us quickly get back on our antisocial track. The chart features two first level indications, one of the first degree (1b) and another of the third (Mars in Cancer). A major third level indication of the first degree (3a) brings the total of antisocial indications to at least three. Jupiter and Neptune in Libra constitute possible counter indications of the third degree, but a weak dispositor renders both of minor significance. Thanks to dispositor chaining, other indicators in Gemini (1b & 1c) also contribute significant antisocial traits, as does Kedara yoga considering both the weakness of counter indications and Mercury’s lack of strength. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 96,3. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

The first Pasa yoga example is very recent and features the chart of probable serial killer Anthony Sowell who is a convicted rapist most likely also responsible for the rape and death of at least seven women in the US state of Ohio. He was only arrested for murder in October of last year and is not yet convicted. The remains of 11 women were found at his home. Since his capture he has also been indicted for kidnapping, attempted murder and felonious assault. According to the checklist Sowell’s chart has a total of at least five antisocial indications including two of the first level, one of the first degree (1c) and another of the second (Mercury in Leo). Pasa yoga promotes an unfounded sense of superiority. Here it also strengthens the antisocial effect of its ruler Jupiter (3b) as a second level indication of the third degree. The last major indication is Venus (2b) joined by Mars in Virgo. As for the potential of an inferiority complex this is probably mostly a second degree indication, but going by classical interpretation of this conjunction of enemies, it is also likely to have traits of a second level indication of the first degree. Finally, a generation X membership adds a minor second level indication of the third degree (3c). The only counter indication is the North Lunar Node in Libra, and a weak dispositor minimizes its effect. The Libra placement, however, fits a military and Sowell was in the US marine corps for seven years. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 7,0. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

The second Pasa yoga example is for the second most prolific known serial killer in history. Luis Garavito is a Colombian rapist and serial killer, who in 1999 admitted to murder and rape of 140 young boys. In addition to the few antisocial indications to be mentioned next, his chart also has a hypersocial indication of the first degree: the Sun in Aquarius. This is the second weakest Sun by sign placement after Capricorn. The possible lack of dignity, mental capacity, faith and lawfulness also applies here, but statistically this sign is much less common among murderers than Capricorn. Just like was the case in Dr Shipman’s chart there are no indications in Garavito’s chart to compensate for his weak Sun sign. This shows that he has great difficulty with empathy. The chart only features two major antisocial indications, one second level of the second degree (1b) and one third level of the second degree (2b). However, a first level indication of the first degree (1c) and a by now common second level indication of the third degree (3c) bring up the grand total to at least four. Jupiter in Libra constitutes a possible counter indication of the third degree, but cuspal placement and a weak dispositor renders it of minor significance. Despite the relative lack of antisocial indications and largely thanks to the undignified sankhya yoga along with extremely weak Sun and Moon placements, the software calculated inferiority factor still comes to about 26,7 – this even without including the outer planets responsible for the minor indications. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

The last example goes to show that not only the antisocial potential of individuals, but also of nation states, is revealed by their horoscopes of birth. The State of Israel began the War on Gaza with a wave of airstrikes on 27 December 2008. For more than two years preceding the attack Israel had imposed a crippling siege on the Gaza Strip. Usually in war civilians have the option of becoming refugees, but because of the siege the people of Gaza had nowhere to flee. More than 1 400 people lost their lives in the three-week massacre. At least 900 were civilians and 252 were children. Israel used a number of internationally prohibited weapons including white phosphorus and bombs with radioactive fragments. 5 000 homes, 16 government buildings, and 20 mosques were destroyed. The still ongoing siege makes the rebuilding difficult at best. Meanwhile Israel is continuing to build settlements and schools on occupied territory in outright violation of International Law. All the crimes committed by the Zionist (not to be confused with Jewish or Judaist) state against the people of Palestine during six decades of occupation are too numerous to mention here. You can find more information, external links, and practical ways to promote an end to the injustice the Palestinians are suffering on the Justice for Palestine page.

The antisocial indications of Israel’s birth chart are not as great in number as they are great in strength. Lately the comparisons between Israel’s treatment of the Palestinians and Nazi Germany’s treatment of the Jews under Adolf Hitler have become more frequent. Astrologically, the similarities in behavior are not surprising, since there are also two major similarities between the two birth charts. To start with both Hitler’s and Israel’s charts feature the Sun in Taurus, a hypersocial indication of secular nature and unrestrained lust. Since this placement, very similar to the one in Capricorn, renders the Sun weak, the capacity for bravery, knowing oneself, and empathy is similarly weak. Taurus is the most stubborn of all the signs and it is obvious that, just like Hitler, Israel will not stop until it is forced to. The other major indication in common is antisocial, a powerful first level indication of the first degree (1b). It conveys an extreme hunger for attention and a focus on power for its own sake without the slightest concept of concern for the well-being of other people. There are two more first level indications, one of the first degree (the North Lunar Node with the Sun) and another of the third (Mars in Leo). Both carry less significance than the first one mentioned. Depending on the time used for the Israeli Declaration of Independence there can also be another first level indication of the second degree. Two potential counter indications are present, but neither carries much weight. Neptune in Libra is the most significant. Jupiter cusped in Sagittarius is the other. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 13,8 (for Adolf Hitler’s chart the same figure is about 25,4). The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

This was supposed to have been the end of the list of examples, but then the name of Tzipi Livni kept turning up in the news. She is the former foreign minister of Israel responsible for the War on Gaza and the resulting massacre of at least 1 400 people. As a wanted war criminal a warrant for her arrest was issued in December 2009 by a UK court, but it was revoked the same month after it was revealed that Livni had changed her plans and was no longer to set foot on British territory. Besides revealing a person without remorse, her chart also suits this list as the only example to feature Dama yoga. This dignified sankhya yoga is a potential counter indication, but it requires a strong Venus. In Livni’s chart Venus is very weak in Gemini, a third level antisocial indication of the second degree (2b). Another three antisocial indications, one second level indication of the third degree (3c), and two of the first level, one of the first degree (1c) and one of the second (Mercury in Leo), bring the total to four. There are two counter indications, one of the third degree (Jupiter in Libra) and one of the second (Rahu in Libra). The latter is cusped and also reduced in strength by a planetary war with Jupiter. The software calculated inferiority factor is about 6,3. The ascendant was not available for this analysis.

This list may give some people a fair chance of avoiding getting hurt by psychopaths or worse, so please spread the word. If you cannot check a birth chart yourself, you are welcome to contact me and I will be more than glad to help you out. For those, most people these days, who have already suffered, or are still suffering, from contact with psychopaths, remember that God loves You, and heed the proverb: Do not say, I will repay evil; wait for the Lord, and he will help you. Humility is the way to knowledge, and knowledge the way to liberation. Wherever you go, think of God, and He will smooth your way!

Revised 21 April 2010

Note: All planetary sign placements reference the tropical zodiac, which is the one most commonly used in the West. The Sidereal Ascendant is the only indicator to reference the sidereal zodiac commonly used in India. The sign of the Ascendant is therefore related to the stars rising over the Eastern Horizon, while the signs of the planets, which are the same regardless of geographic location, follow the Vernal Equinox.