Whilst doing some research for Turn The Lamp Down Low, (I know, I know... not something I can be seen doing very often), I came across some essential information relating to myself. Reading back over it, it seems to be highly accurate but I guess it only counts if you place any belief at all in the star signs of the zodiac.
The research in question was on the monstrous zodiac that's laid into the floor of Canterbury Cathedral. It's a real serious piece of work whose diameter must be at least 30 feet although sadly, time has had its wicked way with it. Lamp and research aside, I discovered that the zodiac actually holds 13 signs but this other was "not allowed" as astrologers said that the Sun went straight from Scorpius into Sagittarius, disregarding the fact that the sun travelled through Ophiuchus for 19 days before entering Sagittarius.
Thus, I present to you Ophiuchus (also known as Serpentarius), the Serpent Holder:
It was never added to the Zodiac chart as astrologers said that the Sun went straight from Scorpius into Sagittarius, disregarding the fact that the sun travelled through Ophiuchus for 19 days before entering Sagittarius.
Unlike the other 12 signs, it is associated with a real person. In the 27th Century BCE in Ancient Egypt lived a man known as Imhotep (everybody chant with me: Imhotep, Imhotep...)
One of Imhoteps abilities was healing and it is said that it was he who introduced it to mankind. His accomplishments also included a wide knowledge of medicine and the serpent/snake symbol which is still used today (the caduceus) to symbolize the medical profession, was also used to represent Imhotep.
Then I found this list of attributes associated with the Serpent Holder:
Many people are envious of this subject as he progresses well throughout life.
(This is absolutely true. You all wish you were me and you know it!)
A seeker of wisdom and knowledge
(Absolutely)
Many people are jealous of this person
(See point 1.)
Tends to go for the more flamboyant in dress sense, favouring bright colours.
(I have tried to put the spandex behind me but it just keeps following me around...)
This person will have a big family but leave home at an early age.
(Fact.)
Authority looks upon him well.
(OK, so it's mostly accurate)
Would make a great architect or builder.
(Well, slightly accurate)
Number 12 is this persons lucky number.
(er... ah, crap)
...and for all you others who wish to lord it up onver the rest of the human race, this is where you sit:
OPHIUCHUS: NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 17
Normal service will resume later today.
