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In astrology, a cusp (from the Latin for spear or point) is the imaginary line that separates a sign in the zodiac or a house in the horoscope.
Because the solar disc has a diameter of approximately half a degree, it is possible for the sun to straddle the cusp as it moves across the sky. When this occurs at the moment of birth such a person is said to be "born on the cusp" and some believe that their life is influenced by the characteristics of both signs. For example, if an individual was born when the Sun (meaning the point at the centre of the solar disc) was located at 29 degrees, 50 minutes Gemini, then he might say that he was born on the cusp of Gemini and Cancer.
The belief that a person must be born within 1/2 a degree of the cusp to be influenced by the receding sign does not have universal agreement among astrologers. All astrologers agree that as the sun moves further away from the cusp, the influence of receding sun sign decreases. The disagreement concerns how far away the sun must be from the cusp before the influence of the receding sun sign disappears. Some astrologers hold that even when the sun is as far away as two degrees some influence of the receding sign is felt and thus such a person should be labeled as being "born on the cusp".
The concept of the cusp is sometimes also extended to a general belief in fuzziness of sign boundaries, so that even much smaller objects near a cusp may be described as taking on some of the features of the adjacent sign. The degrees between the cusps are 1/2 degree to 2 degrees.
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Cusps
Aries/Taurus
The Aries/Taurus Cusp is from dates April 19 to April 23. The Arian/Taurean is thought to be humorous, sensitive, money-oriented, nice, active, dynamic, talented, quiet, sensual, strong, opinionated, bold, flirtatious, sexual, eloquent, stable, dependable, helpful, practical, hard-working, extrovert, patient, athletic, aggressive, perseverance, and initiative. The Arian/Taurean is prone to aloof, quarrelsome, trouble-maker, phony, stubborn, hyper-sensitive, jealous, high-strung, moody, changeability, fickle, and head strong. Also known as the Cusp of Power.
Taurus/Gemini
The Taurus/Gemini from dates May 19 to May 23. The term for the Taurus/Gemini is Gemininus. The Taurean/Gemini is thought to be sensual, great imagination, expressive, see both sides of a situation, energetic, adaptable, multi-tasker, reliable, conversionalists, charming, intelligent, leaders, broad-minded, hard-working, introvert, honest, shy, helpful, youthful, light-hearted, practical, mature, tolerant, gentle, quiet, versatile, laid-back, dependable, stable, and persevered. The Taurean/Gemini is prone to be scattered, fickle, dual, changeable, restless, blunt, wear-them-selves-out, over-indulgent, nervous, high-strung, and reluctant to confront fears and insecurities. Also called the Cusp of Energy (Secret Language Series by Gary Goldschneider)
Gemini/Cancer
The Gemini/Cancer Cusp is from dates June 19 to June 23. The term for Gemini/Cancer is Cancimini. The Gemini/Cancerian is thought to be affectionate, seductive, opinionated, nice, cheerful, caring/thoughtful, playful, loving, graceful, understanding, social, funny, intelligent, pure, humorous, assertive, extrovert, friendly, bubbly, honest, attractive, confident, good leader, spontaneous, sexual, flirtatious, fearless, and loyal. The Gemini/Cancerian is prone to be rebellious, jealous, detached, self-centered, duality, chatterbox, annoyed, clumsy, blunt, boastful, restless, honest, devious, random, aggressive, extreme, inconstant, careless, tricksters, demanding, and calculating. Also called the Cusp of Magic.
Cancer/Leo
The Cancer/Leo Cusp from dates July 19 to July 23. The Cancerian/Leo is thought to be sensitive, introvert, ambitious, proud, creative, flamboyant, nurturing, traditional, strong, expressive, organized, inspiring, intuitive, cheerful, self-assured, practical, realistic, romantic, social, dependent, passionate, generous, and emotional. The Cancerian/Leo is prone to hyper-sensitivity, boastfulness, being self-centered, quarrelsome, demanding, having dependency issues, and touchiness. Also known as the Cusp of Oscillation.
Leo/Virgo
The Leo/Virgo Cusp is from dates August 19 to August 23. The Leo/Virgo is thought to ambivert, ambitious, artistic, flamboyant, creative, logical, practical, routine, organized, dependent, loves attention, dramatic, inspiring, leader, reliable, quick, optimistic, fun-loving, social, honest, and unique. They are prone to being blunt, ego-oriented, stubborn, aloof, quarrelsome, cold, and perfectionist. Also known as the Cusp of Exposure.
Virgo/Libra
The Virgo/Libra Cusp is from dates September 19 to September 23. The Virgo/Libran are thought to be excellent arbitrators, industrious, modest, efficient, go-getter, charming, see all sides of a situation, introvert, practical, logical, rational, attractive, meticulous, practical, diligent, hard-working, ambitious, intellectual, even-tempered, great communicators, perfectionist, idealistic, peaceable, urbane, charming, diplomatic, polite, mannerful, clean, open-minded, fair, playful, romantic, and devoted. The Virgo/Libran is prone to being aloof, unfair, easily influenced, self-indulgent, quarrelsome, fussy, worrier, insecure, doubting themself, a hypochondriac (a person you worries and talks excessively about their health), fickle, and indecisive. Also known as the Cusp of Beauty.
Libra/Scorpio
The Libra/Scorpio Cusp is from dates October 19 to October 23. The Libran/Scorpion is thought to strive to create & balance harmony, intuitive, diplomatic, hard-working, go-getter, ambitious, intense, attractive, aware, sexual, ambivert, talkative, introverted, powerful, sensitive, communicative, mystical, motivated, loyal, devoted, romantic, playful, scientific, abstract reasoning, cooperative, and penetrating. The Libran/Scorpion is prone to be stubborn, lazy, overbearing, sly, manipulative, hedonistic, dictatorial, sarcastic, volatilty, self-indulgent, and compulsive.
Scorpio/Sagittarius
The Scorpio/Sagittarius Cusp is from dates November 19 to November 24. The Scorpion/Sagittarian is thought to be a truth-seeker, sexual, like to learn, determined, intuitive, honest, independent, freedom-loving, extrovert, versatile, progressive, powerful, good-humored, flirty, playful, caring, high-spirited, loyal, motivated, broad-minded, enjoy competition, self-confident, enthusiastic and generous. The Scorpion/Sagittarian is prone to being stubborn, possessive, suspicious, mean, impatient, pushy, argumentative, jealous, vain, quick-tempered, teasing, and blunt. Also known as the Cusp of Revolution.
Sagittarius/Capricorn
The Sagittarius/Capricorn Cusp is from dates December 19 to December 25. The Sagittarian/Capricorn is thought to be ambitious, truth-seeking, physically and mentally exploratory, undiscriminating, loyal, freedom-loving, charitable, self-controlled, self-reliant, trustworthy, charming, adaptable, extrovert, physical, practical, economical, shrewd, conservative, fun, self-confident, outgoing, friendly, responsible, polite, warm, optimistic, straight-forward, funny, competitive, high-spirited, devoted, playful, romantic, successful, and enthusiastic. On the negative side, the Sagittarian/Capricorn is prone to being argumentative, blunt, exaggerating, hot-headed, impulsive, quick-tempered, vain, and aggressive.
Capricorn/Aquarius
The Capricorn/Aquarius Cusp is from dates January 17 to January 22. The Capricorn/Aquarian is thought to be ambitious, responsible, traditional, careful, reserved, extrovert, stable, fixed opinions, tolerant, broad-minded, self-confident, unique, intellectual, original, offbeat, experimental, cautious,competitive, business-oriented, and multitalented. The Capricorn/Aquarian is prone to be rebellious, saturnine, over-critical, dogmatic, narrow-minded, over-cautious, judgmental, cold, stubborn, and aloof.
Aquarius/Pisces
The Pisces/Aquarius Cusp occurs from dates February 17 to February 22. The Aquarian/Piscean is thought to be tolerant, open-minded, undiscriminating, intellectual, sensitive, compassionate, original, offbeat, imaginative, timid, romantic, sentimental, sympathetic, unique, multi-talented, caring, flirtatious, extrovert, shy, quiet, modest, thoughtful, visionary, and understanding. The Aquarian/Piscean is prone to escapism, fickle, hyper-sensitive, dependable, eccentric, goalless, neglectful, impractical and rebellious.
Pisces/Aries
The Pisces/Aries Cusp is from dates March 19 to March 24. The Arian/Piscean is thought to be assertive, dominant, shy, sensitive, emotional, artistic, talented, heplful, dependent, intuitive, unique, ambivert, practical, doer, dreamer, nurturing, sensual, clean-minded, traditional,A Leader, active, organized, idealistic, broad-minded, brave, thoughtful, playful, devoted, flirtatious, idealistic, quiet, proud, loyal, athletic, romantic, compassionate, sympathetic, often funny, flamboyant, caring, and imaginative. The Piscean/Arian is prone to aloof, quarrelesome, perfectionist, mean, cold, pessimitic, hyper-sensitive, touchy, duality, moody, secretive, impractical, impatient, and stubborn.
Sources
http://www.astrologyzine.com/astrology-faq-3.shtml#Two.Signs - explanation for why sun sign cusps don't exist http://www.starlightastrology.com- cusp dates http://astrolog.weebly.com/time-sun-enters-new-sign.html - explains what time the sun enters a new sign
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