Ben Azelart is a loner. Ben is sometimes withdrawn and has a fairly chilly, nonchalant personality. Although Ben is introverted, Ben is extremely rational. Ben is wary at times of the outer world, Ben’s senses, and even Ben’s intellect, because they might all be sources of illusion. Ben’s quest for identity with a spiritual whole gives Ben a voracious appetite for ideologies, structures, and theories. Readings which others would find abstract and intellectual impress Ben as reflections of important and lively realities. As a result, Ben has a penchant for reflection and philosophical study. Ben is intrigued by difficult problems and enjoys solving them. There is no difficulty which can discourage Ben from the goal Ben has decided to reach for Ben’s self.

Ben’s depth of vision, common sense, and caution, Ben’s tendency to be a bit calculating and sometimes conservative, Ben’s stamina, and Ben’s independent mind all give Ben the ability to tackle difficult tasks. Ben’s concentration gives Ben an undeniable gift for abstraction and conjecture. As a theoretician, Ben aims to discover what is essential and universal. Indeed, Ben seeks to go beyond what is relative, contingent upon circumstances, or inadequate, to reach the absolute truth Ben fervently desires. Ben’s budding intuition is extremely receptive to the sacred or holy. As a result, the ideal or cause Ben espouses will be related to the concept of universality or totality. Since Ben’s lifetime adventure is based in part on this absolute truth, it is important for Ben to make an effort to define its nature. What sort of universality is Ben striving for; what spiritual Everest (in Ben’s self or outwardly) is Ben trying to scale? In fact, Ben tends to like mountain climbing, because of the effort it requires. It’s a great joy for Ben. Alone at the peak, Ben can contemplate and understand everything. In pursuit of this absolute center (positive or negative) which animates Ben, Ben is shrewd and persistent. Stamina and endurance are resources of which Ben is quite confident. Ben’s existence and organism are arranged to optimize them; others may consider Ben slow, but Ben is really just playing it safe, because, unconsciously, Ben knows time is on Ben’s side. When Ben takes an initiative, it is after careful forethought and preparation.

Ben’s great composure, ability to resist and overcome obstacles and wickedness, and Ben’s foresight give Ben a great potential to accomplish total self-control. However, Ben must beware of one pitfall: excess. Ben tends to be a bit too rigid and intolerant; in intellectual pursuits, Ben can tend to be dogmatic, hermetic, or conformist. Some people criticize Ben’s obsession with labeling things. A creature of duty, naturally sober and relatively self-disciplined, sometimes a little too demanding of Ben’s self, Ben might commit Ben’s self to a productive lifestyle as readily as to a stoic philosophy. The path to liberty mapped by a respect for order is not the easiest to follow. Ben’s introverted personality gives Ben an attitude of reserve. Ben appreciates solitude and does not always enjoy sharing Ben’s feelings. Ben avoids superficial human contact as much as possible. Indeed, Ben sometimes feels uncomfortable at long, drawn-out social occasions and activities, and Ben’s interest in others is aroused only when they discuss subjects of special concern to Ben, such as Ben’s own business.

This cold exterior hides a lively sensitivity and a heart eager for passion. Quite sensitive and sometimes vulnerable to emotional urges, Ben would rather be safe than sorry. Ben tends to avoid casual dating and meaningless love affairs because they may destabilize Ben. As in every other endeavor, any emotional enterprise Ben embarks upon will be for the long-term, after careful forethought and deliberation. Ben prizes deep feelings and the intense passion they arouse. Once Ben finds a kindred spirit, Ben will have to learn how to express Ben’s feelings and release long pent-up urges. It is important for Ben to succeed, because if Ben’s emotions are deprived of the energy to obtain a release, Ben’s personality will become mired in a bog of unconscious repressed desires and frustrated yearnings. The inability to assert the aspirations of Ben’s heart would be reflected by a type of behavior which would bring on Ben’s total isolation and separation from others.

Ben Azelart has high social aspirations. He believes that by gaining total control of his intellect, feelings, and instincts, he can achieve them.

Ben Azelart derives great rewards from every source of pleasure or creation (physical, artistic, or emotional). Ben Azelart has a penchant for speculation.

At the time of my birth, Ben Azelart’s rising sign was located in Leo (the Lion), while the sun was passing through the sign of Capricorn (the Goat). A summary of the various clues mentioned above provide his personality profile. The following key words capture the essence of his character and indicate certain contradictions which may be sources of tension:

Determination – Need for security – Pride and self-assurance – Inhibition – Superiority – Application – Brilliance – Methodical mind – Generosity – Foresight – Positivism – Loyalty.

Ben Azelart’s primary nature, radiant and optimistic, is sometimes overshadowed by a more withdrawn side of his personality. As a result, his behavior vacillates between extrovertedness and timidity, between great openness and enthusiasm and reserve.

Ambitious and eager to devote himself to a great cause, he usually works independently, with persistence and a self-imposed demand for perfectionism. To reach harmony, he must learn to allow his emotionalism as much free expression as his logic.

Born in the three days prior to the new moon’s appearance, Ben Azelart is said to be of the “balsamic moon” type. This soli-lunar configuration gives him a spiritualistic character closely attached to generous humanitarian ideals. He is sometimes sorely tried to limit himself to the narrow scope of individual ambition.

Indeed, he aims for a humanitarian ideal which would include the outcasts and the unfortunate. He fervently hopes the meek will inherit the earth. To bring about this ideal, he is likely to seize every resource placed at his disposal: physical effort, money (if he has it), speech, his writings, and his poetic or artistic talents. However, he should be wary of his unconscious guilt feelings.

Actually, there is no reason for him to devote himself to his mission entirely; a simple daily effort should suffice to express his philosophy and free his conscience. Usually, the three days preceding the new moon will be time in the monthly lunar cycle most favorable to his activities and his general energy level.

Ben Azelart’s sun is located at 20° CAPRICORN. His drive for psycho-sexual fulfillment would best be aroused by a person whose Moon is at 14/26° CAPRICORN or CANCER.

This relationship could yield a high degree of psychological compatibility and powerful mutual attraction. The physical and psychological reality of Ben’s personality will exert a magnetic pull over the sensitivity, receptivity, tenderness, and other key qualities of his partner.

Ben Azelart’s moon is located at 21° SAGITTARIUS. His ideal match is a partner with the sun at 15/27° SAGITTARIUS or GEMINI.

Ben Azelart would be particularly well-matched to someone who mirrors his underlying psychic and unconscious aspirations. The secret ideal he cherishes of the perfect partner would be aroused; it would harmonize beautifully with his ideal imaginary lover. This great psychic compatibility is the result of a harmonious relationship between the Moon of the masculine chart and the sun of the feminine one. It is propitious to a rich flow of energies between the most hidden and secret parts of both people. They are linked by an unconscious emotional bond.

Ben Azelart’s Venus is located at 19° CAPRICORN. His ideal match is a partner with Mars at 13/25° CAPRICORN or CANCER.

This type of partner would complement Ben Azelart perfectly in emotional and sentimental terms. This person would reflect and fulfill Ben’s ideal of sensuality to the greatest degree. Moreover, Ben’s ideal partner would resonate lastingly with his own psychic projections of his ideal. This positive relationship between the unconscious sexual yearnings of both partners would be likely to yield sensual relations of a tantalizingly mysterious and secret nature.

Ben Azelart has a raw sensitivity, and he tries to protect himself by adopting a somewhat reserved and distant attitude. Cautious and a bit wary about committing himself to an amorous relationship, he cannot relax his inhibitions unless he feels completely safe. Once he’s in love, he is both passionate and cold, demanding and devoted, possessive but reasonable. He does not readily express his affections in public and may have a fairly practical, down-to-earth attitude toward the relationship. He would be well-matched with such a partner who is serious and in control of themselves. Because this person, too, is wary of being disappointed, they will not engage in an intimate relationship without clear knowledge that their budding feelings are reciprocated. However, once they make their mind up, they will be extremely faithful, affectionate, and tender.

Ben Azelart’s Planet Mars is located at 24° PISCES. His ideal match is a partner with Venus at 18/30° PISCES or VIRGO.