Decans in astrology are not a well-known concept on the surface. And it is that in itself, this definition encompasses a series of details that only the most interested dare to investigate to understand how they intervene in the twelve signs.
These are a subdivision that is made of each zodiac sign in three degrees and that correspond to periods of 10 degrees., or cycles of ten days. Thus, those born in Aries, for example, will have different personality traits, depending on which of the three decans correspond to their sign.
These subdivisions or decans are a practical way of explaining why even if two people have the same zodiac sign, also have personality traits that are clearly distinguishable.
According to the number of subdivisions and the total of signs of the zodiacal wheel, there are 36 decans, of which, each one is governed by a planet. According to modern astrology, the ruling planet of each sign’s decan has a vast influence on people’s lives. In some it exalts solidarity, in others creativity, romanticism or also characteristics that must be learned to dominate such as conflict.
Once the decan that corresponds to each sign is known, according to the date of birth, people can make a more exact interpretation of their zodiac sign and the characteristics that usually govern their behavior.
An example of the decans according to the zodiacal sign is that of Aries, which like all the others, is divided into three periods, each ruled by a planet. Thus, those born in the first cycle are characterized by their strength and leadership.those belonging to the second cycle always demand attention, while those of the third cycle live more relaxed because they are more open to the influence of others.
Aries – 1st decan: March 20th to March 31st
Ruler – Mars. People born in this cycle represent the purest qualities of this sign, which are expressed in their security, competitive spirit, and willingness to achieve the goals they set for themselves.
Aries – 2nd decan: April 1st to April 10th
Regent – Sun. Those who correspond to this cycle are afraid of the unknown and yearn above all things for their efforts and contributions to be recognized in any situation.
Aries – 3rd decan: April 11th to April 19th
Ruler – Venus. These people seek harmony as a rule of life. They are characterized by being creative and accepting other points of view.
As we have seen in the previous example, three Aries people can express ambivalent characteristics only because of the cycle to which their date of birth corresponds.
Knowing the decans of each sign is a practical way to get the personality description right and possible situations that may occur in a person’s life, without the need to make such an exact calculation, such as the one involved in preparing a astrological chart, for example.