The Yod Planetary Configuration
(see example)

The Yod Planetary Configuration (the Finger of God)

This configuration has three planetary influences that are dissimilar in element and mode. Considered a 12th harmonic pattern because of the two QUINCUNXES or INCONJUNCTS (150 degrees) made by the apex or focal planet of this acute isosceles triangle. The base of the triangle is formed by a SEXTILE (60 degrees). (see example). A true yod consists of the focal planet being the fastest moving of the three in the configuation.

This triangle, in sacred geometry, is defined as operating on the “soul” level or the mental – emotional – astral plane. The two aspects this configuration makes, the quincunx and the sextile, are not what we call physical or action aspects but more of an expression of the mental state and the unseen.

As the natal chart standing alone the YOD doesn’t really present an on-going tension or friction. A person grows out of the natal chart configuration through the progressed natal chart. The Yod’s presence is only known when a transit or progressed planet triggers it. Nevertheless, with this configuration, the individual may feel, at a deep level, that they are on a quest for some understanding of a particular troublesome area of their life.

Often the best way to integrate the YOD is to go to the OPPOSITE of the focal planet and learn all you can about this. In our example that would be 12 degrees and 47 minutes of Libra in the 12th house. If there is an opposition to the focal planet in the natal chart then this configuration is considered a BOOMERANG.

The key to the understanding of the quest would be the delination of the house and sign as well as the SABIAN SYMBOL for the degree. When integration occurs there is a sincere understanding of the cosmic reality of the individual. The soul sings.