How to Rectify Your Birth Chart and Find Your Correct Birth Time

The Astrology Podcast144 minutes read

Rectification is essential in astrology for determining accurate birth times, especially when uncertain or unknown, affecting natal chart analysis and predictions. Astrologers use various techniques involving reverse engineering known life events to pinpoint correct birth times, although challenges like cusp placements and human error can arise.

Insights

  • Rectification is essential in astrology to determine accurate birth times, crucial for natal astrology techniques like Ascendant placement.
  • Birth time accuracy impacts astrological interpretations, with rectification involving reverse engineering a birth chart based on known life events.
  • The speculative nature of rectification poses challenges for astrologers, who must balance client demands with time constraints and the complexity of chart analysis.
  • Different astrologers may use varied rectification techniques, leading to diverse conclusions, emphasizing the need for standardized approaches for consistent outcomes.
  • Clients should disclose if their birth chart has been rectified by another astrologer to ensure accurate interpretation, as speculative rectifications can impact astrological predictions and analyses.

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  • How does rectification help determine accurate birth times in astrology?

    Rectification is a crucial process in astrology that aids in determining an accurate birth time when it is unknown or uncertain. This technique is essential for natal astrology, especially in calculating the Ascendant, which influences house placements and various life areas. By reverse engineering a birth chart based on known life events and applying astrology theory, astrologers can pinpoint the correct birth time. Rectification becomes particularly challenging when the birth time is entirely unknown, but having a general time frame can help narrow down possibilities. Overall, rectification is a practical and necessary process in astrology to ensure accurate birth chart analysis and predictions.

  • What are the challenges astrologers face in rectifying birth times?

    Astrologers encounter various challenges when rectifying birth times, especially when dealing with unknown or vague time frames. The process can be time-consuming and labor-intensive, requiring extensive research and careful consideration of different variables. Factors like cuspy Ascendants, minute changes affecting rising signs, and the accuracy of birth times down to seconds can complicate rectification efforts. Additionally, the speculative nature of rectification poses challenges in charging appropriately and ensuring accuracy in determining birth times. Balancing client demands, time constraints, and the complexity of analyzing numerous life events and chart possibilities further add to the challenges astrologers face in rectification.

  • How do astrologers determine the rising sign accurately during rectification?

    Determining the rising sign accurately in rectification is crucial for understanding house placements and timing techniques in astrology. Astrologers often engage in detective work, cross-referencing evidence from various sources like birth records, baby books, and family members to pinpoint the rising sign. Accumulating evidence and contradictions, as well as addressing inconsistencies in different charts, help in identifying the rising sign accurately. By focusing on the rising sign quality, planets in the sign, and the planet ruling the Ascendant, astrologers can gain insights into a person's life themes and character traits. The ability to ask effective questions, listen closely to client responses, and follow up on important details are key aspects of determining the rising sign during rectification.

  • Why is the concept of sect important in astrology for rectification?

    The concept of sect plays a significant role in astrology, providing insights into a person's life challenges and fortunes, especially during rectification. By determining whether an individual was born during the day or night, astrologers can identify the best and worst areas of their life based on benefic and malefic planets. For individuals born during the day, Jupiter is typically the most positive planet, while Mars is often the most challenging. Conversely, for those born at night, Venus is usually positive, and Saturn is challenging. Focusing on the placement of these planets in different houses can reveal significant events in a person's life, aiding in rectification efforts.

  • How do astrologers utilize timing techniques in rectification for accurate birth times?

    Astrologers employ various timing techniques in rectification to ensure accurate birth times for natal astrology analysis and predictions. Techniques like annual perfections, transits, and zodiac releasing are essential for fine-tuning birth times and aligning them with natal astrology methods. By paying attention to planet ingresses into signs and houses, as well as inner and outer planet transits, astrologers can pinpoint significant events and life themes. Uranus hitting angular houses, hard transiting aspects to the Moon or Sun, and annual perfections counting one sign house per year are all useful timing markers in rectification. Utilizing these techniques helps astrologers refine birth times and provide accurate interpretations for their clients.

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Summary

00:00

"Rectification: Essential for Accurate Birth Charts"

  • The Astrology Podcast, hosted by Chris Brennan, was recorded on August 26th, 2018, at 2:45pm in Denver, Colorado, marking the 169th episode.
  • The episode features astrologers Leisa Schaim and Patrick Watson discussing rectification, the process of determining an accurate birth time using astrology.
  • Rectification is crucial when a person's birth time is unknown or uncertain, often due to missing hospital records or adoption circumstances.
  • Accurate birth times are essential for natal astrology techniques, such as determining the Ascendant, which influences house placements and life areas.
  • The Moon's movement can change signs daily, affecting interpretations and aspects, exemplified by the debate over Obama's Moon sign before his birth time was confirmed.
  • Rectification can involve reverse engineering a birth chart based on known life events, applying astrology theory to determine the correct birth time.
  • Rectification is particularly challenging when the birth time is entirely unknown, as opposed to having a limited time window during the day.
  • Having a general time frame, like "after lunch and before midnight," can narrow down possibilities, making rectification more manageable.
  • Historical references show rectification being used to find birth charts for individuals or events, like the founding of Rome, by reverse engineering known information.
  • Rectification is a practical process in astrology, essential for accurate birth chart analysis and predictions, especially when birth times are uncertain or missing.

13:25

Birth Time Accuracy and Rectification Challenges

  • Differentiation in working ease between birth charts is influenced by difficulty and number of variables.
  • Narrowing down birth time within a 2-hour span can lead to dealing with two different rising signs, increasing variables.
  • A 24-hour period for determining rising signs can result in 12 potential rising signs, elevating variables.
  • Birth times can sometimes be rounded, requiring rectification for precise techniques.
  • Specific birth times, especially those close to multiples of five, are commonly rounded.
  • Renay Oshop's research shows a high frequency of birth times rounded to the hour, cautioning against absolute accuracy.
  • Astrologers must be cautious with rounded birth times, as they may need rectification for accuracy.
  • Rectification may be necessary in cases of unknown birth times, vague time frames, or rounded times.
  • Cuspy Ascendants, close to sign boundaries, pose challenges in rectification due to minute changes affecting rising signs.
  • The accuracy of birth times, even down to seconds, can impact astrological interpretations and rectification efforts.

26:11

Rectification: Crucial for Accurate Birth Charts

  • Birth time can vary by seconds, leading to different rising signs.
  • Ascendant in a chart can be projected from the equator or local, with a small difference due to atmospheric refraction.
  • Rectifying birth time is crucial for understanding house placements and timing techniques.
  • Some astrologers believe every birth chart should be rectified for accuracy.
  • Rectification can introduce human error and hubris if not done out of necessity.
  • Rectification is speculative and dependent on an astrologer's techniques and approach.
  • Rectification can be time-consuming and challenging, requiring research and respect for its speculative nature.
  • Practical issues for astrologers include structuring time, charging for rectification, and balancing labor-intensive work.
  • Focusing on the rising sign rather than specific degrees can provide reliable results with confidence.
  • Rectification can be a labor-intensive process involving correspondence, research, and careful consideration of charging fees.

39:16

Challenges in Birth Time Rectification Accuracy

  • Clients often lack confidence in their exact birth time, hindering astrologers from applying specific date-related techniques to their charts.
  • Astrologers face a tension between meeting client demands and time constraints due to the complexity of analyzing numerous life events and chart possibilities.
  • The speculative nature of rectification poses challenges for astrologers in charging appropriately and ensuring accuracy in determining birth times.
  • Different astrologers may use varied techniques in rectification, leading to diverse conclusions, although some overlap can occur with similar approaches.
  • Standardization of astrological approaches among astrologers can result in more consistent rectification outcomes.
  • Clients should disclose if their birth chart has been rectified by another astrologer to ensure accurate interpretation.
  • Astro-Databank's listing of rectifications is criticized for lacking reliability and not aligning with standardized practices in astrology.
  • Not all astrologers routinely rectify charts, and speculative rectifications may be driven by personal motives or for public attention.
  • Speculative birth times can be used for marketing purposes at conferences, potentially misleading attendees.
  • A past incident involving a speculative birth time for Hillary Clinton highlights the risks and consequences of inaccurate rectifications.

52:10

Birth time scandal at ISAR conference.

  • Birth time was claimed to be available at an ISAR conference for exclusive reveal.
  • A Washington Post reporter confronted Marc Penfield about the source of the birth time.
  • Penfield admitted the birth time was false, leading to the conference's failure.
  • Penfield and another individual researched the birth time intensely before the conference.
  • Ego plays a role in astrologers' confidence in rectification skills.
  • Different astrological approaches can influence rectification methods.
  • Rectification involves reverse-engineering birth times based on life events.
  • Psychological and event-based astrology can both aid in rectification.
  • Balance between event-based and psychological approaches is crucial in rectification.
  • Prior to rectification, exhaustively search for birth records to avoid unnecessary efforts.

01:05:41

Birth Certificate Policies and Time Zone Accuracy

  • Birth certificate policies vary by state in the United States
  • Some countries record time zones on birth certificates, while others do not
  • Birth certificates may not always include the time of birth, but hospitals may have recorded it
  • Other written records like baby books, newspaper announcements, and family Bibles can provide birth time information
  • Laws regarding birth record details can vary by location and country
  • Time zone laws may have changed in certain states, affecting birth time accuracy
  • Olson timezone database helps track historical time zone changes for accurate birth time determination
  • Consulting birth records, baby books, or family members can help narrow down birth time
  • Parents' memories of birth time can be unreliable, so cross-referencing with other relatives is beneficial
  • Rectification of birth time involves detective work and cross-referencing evidence for accurate results

01:18:07

"Rectification: Finding Rising Sign Accuracy"

  • In a court case, two sides present evidence to a jury to determine guilt or innocence.
  • Accumulating evidence and contradictions helps in identifying the rising sign in rectification.
  • Different charts may have glaring inconsistencies that need to be addressed.
  • Rectification involves finding the rising sign accurately, which can be challenging.
  • Rectification can involve delineating an anonymous chart accurately.
  • Politicians' birth times are often unknown, requiring rectification based on events in their lives.
  • Access to Hillary Clinton's birth certificate will provide closure on rectification accuracy.
  • Using whole sign houses simplifies rectification by changing all house placements with the rising sign.
  • Establishing the rising sign is easier than determining the rising degree in rectification.
  • Client's clear perception and accurate reporting of life events are crucial in rectification.

01:31:10

"Effective Questions, Listening, and Follow-Up in Investigations"

  • The accuracy of client reports is crucial in investigations.
  • The ability to ask effective questions is key in investigative work.
  • Listening closely to subtle clues in client responses is essential.
  • Follow-up questions can reveal important details that were initially overlooked.
  • Asking about the most challenging aspects of a client's life can provide valuable insights.
  • Clients need to be open about their lives for accurate investigations.
  • Normalizing experiences can hinder recognizing unique life events.
  • Inheritances and unique life events should not be overlooked in investigations.
  • Encouraging clients to write a biography can aid in understanding their life events.
  • Focusing on benefics and malefics in the chart can help identify areas of fortune and challenges in a person's life.

01:44:10

Astrology: Sect, Planets, and House Significations

  • Use the concept of sect to determine the best and worst areas of someone's life based on whether they were born during the day or night, with benefic and malefic planets playing a role.
  • Mitigations can alter the sect-based predictions, making them less clear but still a good starting point.
  • Being born close to sunrise or sunset can make sect determination ambiguous.
  • The sect is a valuable tool in astrology, providing insights into a person's life challenges and fortunes.
  • For individuals born during the day, Jupiter is typically the most positive planet, while Mars is often the most challenging. For those born at night, Venus is usually positive, and Saturn is challenging.
  • Focusing on the placement of Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Saturn in different houses can reveal significant events in a person's life.
  • The first house signifies character, physical body, and appearance, with Mars indicating potential injuries or assertive behavior.
  • Mars in the first house can also manifest as physical traits like cuts, burns, scars, or a fiery appearance.
  • Planets conjunct the ascendant or on an angle can complicate interpretations, as they influence multiple house significations.
  • Third house significations include siblings, travel, education, and communication, with planets in this house influencing relationships and activities like driving or comedy.

01:56:33

Astrology: Houses and Their Significance

  • The 5th house in astrology often represents children, but can also symbolize the topic of children in general.
  • Notable figures like Judy Blume and J.K. Rowling have connections to the 5th house through their work with children.
  • The 6th house signifies illnesses, injuries, work, and subordinates, including employees and service roles.
  • Examples like the Olsen twins and Steve Jobs illustrate the impact of 6th house placements on work relationships.
  • The 7th house relates to relationships, including personal and business partners, and can also involve one-on-one interactions.
  • Instances like marriage counselors and John Lennon's chart demonstrate the influence of the 7th house on partnerships.
  • The 8th house signifies death, other people's money, taxes, and the 9th house includes religion, travel, and foreign elements.
  • The 10th house is associated with career and reputation, while the 11th house represents friends and alliances.
  • The 12th house can involve enemies, loss, chronic illness, and isolation, with unique manifestations for each individual.
  • Understanding natal astrology is crucial for rectification, including interpreting house placements and rulerships for accurate analysis.

02:10:39

"Alabe.com: Analyzing Birth Charts and Rising Signs"

  • Alabe.com is a useful tool for analyzing birth chart placements and changes in rising signs.
  • Utilize the animate feature on Alabe.com to observe rising sign changes and planet movements.
  • When comparing birth charts with different birth times, focus on changes during the timeframe.
  • Consider the rising sign quality, planets in the sign, and the planet ruling the Ascendant.
  • The planet ruling the Ascendant indicates major life areas based on its condition and placement.
  • Rectification involves adjusting birth times based on planetary placements and house rulerships.
  • Analyze the ruler of the Ascendant's house placement for insights into a person's life emphasis.
  • Different rising signs offer distinct planetary rulerships and thematic emphases.
  • The ruler of the Ascendant's house placement can reveal unique life themes or career paths.
  • Understanding the ruler of the Ascendant's placement is crucial for character analysis and life themes.

02:23:42

Moon's Sign Changes Impact House Placement & Significations

  • Pay attention to sign changes with the Moon during your timeframe as it affects house placement and significations.
  • The Moon ruling a house imports significations from that house into the one it's placed in.
  • Quality of the sign placement can impact significations, as seen in the example of Obama's Moon sign.
  • Consider the Moon's applying and separating aspects throughout the day, affecting general significations and character traits.
  • The Sun and Mercury can also change signs, though less frequently than the Moon.
  • Differentiate between the constructive and difficult malefic planets in a chart, crucial for client consultations.
  • Jupiter and Venus are positive in night and day charts respectively, but their positivity varies.
  • Birth chart placements to focus on during rectification include benefics, malefics, and ruler of the Ascendant.
  • Timing techniques like annual perfections and transits are essential for rectification, aligning with natal astrology techniques.
  • Pay attention to planet ingresses into signs and houses, as they coincide with events and influence life themes.

02:37:22

Timing Events in Astrology: Techniques and Tips

  • Inner planets like Venus and Mars slowing down can coincide with significant events.
  • Outer planet transits, especially Uranus, can be exact timers for events.
  • Uranus hitting angular houses can be useful for timing events.
  • Hard transiting aspects to the Moon or Sun can also be distinctive timing markers.
  • Examples of personal experiences with Uranus transits affecting astrology studies.
  • Annual perfections involve counting one sign house per year, useful for timing events.
  • Zodiac releasing and degree-based techniques like secondary progressions are helpful for fine-tuning birth times.
  • Practical advice on using zodiac releasing to determine birth times accurately.
  • Recommendations for books on rectification techniques by Carol Tebbs and regulus-astrology.com.
  • Rectification is a speculative but necessary technique in astrology, useful for finding birth times accurately.

02:51:50

Astrology courses offer practical techniques and examples.

  • A 90-minute lecture on annual perfections is available on the consulting site, with plans for a more detailed course on rectification to be launched on theastrologyschool.com in the coming months, focusing on practical techniques and chart examples.
  • For those interested in natal chart delineation, the book "Hellenistic Astrology: The Study of Fate and Fortune" and a course on the topic are recommended, emphasizing the application of ancient techniques in modern charts for practical use.
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