Calculating Elements and Modes

Modified on Thu, Oct 5, 2023 at 7:53 AM

In astrology, the elements and modes are the basic building blocks of the zodiac. Each of the twelve signs has an element and a mode and the two together are what give that sign its qualities.

The way we calculate the elements and modes are below:

Chiron: 1 point (We believe Chiron has a different status from any of the other asteroids/special points.  This may be optional in the future.)
Sun and Moon: 1 point
Rising/Ascendant: 2 points
MC/Midheaven: 1 point
Planets:  1 point each = 11

Total: 16 points

To learn more about the elements and modes, please click this link:  https://www.astrograph.com/learning-astrology/elements.php.

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