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Sheratan at 03°58′ Taurus has an orb of 2°00′

The Sun joins Sheratan on April 23

Fixed star Sheratan, Beta Arietis, is a spectroscopic binary star in the right horn of the Ram, Aries Constellation.

Magnitude 2.66, spectral type A5 V. The companion, Beta Arietis B, is roughly four magnitudes fainter than Beta Arietis A. The star’s spectrum has not been determined because it is too close to the more luminous primary component. However, it is believed to be a star of the spectral type F5 III–V or G0 V. ^[1]

β Ari is officially named Sheratan. Applied in recent times from the indigenous Arabic mansion name al-sharaţān, for β and γ Ari. The name means “two” of something, but the complete meaning is uncertain. Some Arabic authors suggested that it meant “the Two Signs,” implying these stars as some kind of celestial indicator (being the first of the twenty-eight Indigenous Arabic lunar mansions); others assumed it meant “the Two Horns,” referring to the Indigenous Arabic figure of al-hamal here (see α Ari and β Tau). ^[9]

In Hindu astronomy, Sheratan and Mesarthim were known as Ashvins, the twin Vedic gods of medicine. The Bedouin knew the two stars as qarna al-hamal, meaning “horns of the ram.” ^[1]

2000*	2050	Name	Orb
01♉31	02♉13	Mira	1°00′
03♉11	03♉53	Mesarthim	1°00′
03♉58	04♉40	Sheratan	2°00′
07♉40	08♉22	Hamal	2°10′
07♉47	08♉29	Schedir	2°10′

Sheratan Astrology

SHERATAN. β Arietis. A pearly white sta situated on the horn of the Ram, and ommonly called the Ram’s North Horn. From Al Sharatain, the Two Signs. Of the nature of Mars and Saturn. It causes bodily injuries, unscrupulous defeat, destruction by fire, war or earthquake. ^[2]

SHERATAN. β Arietis. A white star, spectral class A, located on the Ram’s horn. The native can be endowed with honors, unexpected gains, good fortune, wealth, leadership ability. On the negative side, the native could be subject to accidents, fiendishness, meanness, immoral behavior, mercilessness. ^[3]

El-Sheratain, Beta Arietis. El-Sheratain in close conjunction with Gamma Arietis, Mesarthim, both in the left Horn of the Ram, combine Martian and Saturnian powers, and this makes their nature into a violent one. In relative connections, danger is indicated when acting impulsively and in a foolhardy fashion. Makes people daredevils and bold. ^[4]

Sheratan, from Al Sharat, The Sign, was the marker of the vernal Equinox at the date it was so named, so that is what is ‘signed’. In Ptolemy’s list, it is another Mars-Saturn type, and it does indeed show similar qualities in people to those of Hamal. ^[5]

Sharatan and Sheratan are from Arabic Al Sharatain, the dual form of Al Sharat, a Sign, referring to this and gamma (γ Mesarthim), the third star in the head, as a sign of the opening year; Sheratan (β) having marked the vernal equinox in the days of Hipparchus (c.190 – c.125 BC), about the time when these stars were named. ^[6]

Mesarthim and Sheratan are in the horns of the Ram. They have a spectra that would indicate a Venusian nature. Mesarthim marked the beginning of Aries, and the vernal equinox in the days of Hipparchus when the twelve signs of the zodiac were finally given their present designation. ^[7]

Fixed star Sheratan rules the throat and the connection between the throat and the head and the tonsils. ^[8]

Asterism Lou the Bond

03♉11 to 07♉40

People born under the Lou constellation are quick-witted, efficient, energetic, inquisitive, and helpful. However, a cold side reveals a subconscious tendency toward willfulness and rebellion, amplifying individualistic tendencies.Twenty-Eight Mansions – Baidu Encyclopedia.

The Lou person is diligent, meticulous, highly capable, often multi-talented, and enjoys doing righteous, kind things. They rarely fall ill, understand medicine well and have unique ways of thinking; their ideas are forward-thinking, and their perception is strong. In their work, the Lou person is steady and reliable, able to carry out ongoing work in a solid, stable manner. Many wealthy people are born under the Lou constellation. They are generous, have abundant land, and many servants. They are suited to serve virtuous people. Comprehensive Analysis | Unveiling the Personality Traits of the Lou Constellation.

The constellation Lou is auspicious for marriages and sacrifices, bringing prosperity. Using this day to open doors and release water will bring official rank within three years. Lou Su Sanxing – Baidu Encyclopedia.

Lou is auspicious for urgent matters, selling goods, riding horses and elephants, and giving, obtaining, and preparing medicine. Comprehensive Analysis | Unveiling the Personality Traits of the Lou Constellation.

Song History (1346)

Lou consists of three stars and represents the heavenly prison. It governs pastures and sacrificial animals for offerings at suburban rites; it also governs raising troops and gathering crowds for war.

If they are bright and large, then taxes and levies will be collected in due season. If the stars align straight, someone will seize control of the ruler’s authority; if they cluster together, the state will be unstable.

A solar eclipse in Lou indicates the prime minister or high-ranking officials will be affected, and the gods will not receive offerings at suburban sacrifices. A solar halo indicates war, and many high-ranking officials will die.

A lunar eclipse indicates sorrow for the empress and concubines, and famine for the people. A lunar halo in spring indicates a general amnesty within 180 days. It also indicates high grain prices; if rain occurs within three days, this omen is resolved.

When the Moon transgresses Lou, frequent hunting will occur; its corresponding region will face worries, generals will die, and people will become displaced. Another source says many unjust legal cases will occur.

When Mercury transgresses Lou, punishments will be severe, and floods and droughts will be frequent; high ministers will worry. The Emperor can eliminate these troubles through an amnesty. If it resides here with sharp points, shaking movement, or a red-black color, then subordinates will raise arms in rebellion.

When Venus transgresses Lou, there will be gatherings of people; if it remains here, war will break out within 30 days, and the people will suffer famine.

When Mars transgresses or remains in Lou, it indicates drought and fire, with grain becoming expensive. Another source says that if it stays here for 20 days or more, a high-ranking minister will die. A moving star indicates many deaths. If Mars retrogrades into the 勾巳 “Gou-Si” (Hook-Snake) position, disaster will befall the state granaries.

When Jupiter transgresses Lou, many cattle will die, grain prices will drop, and the state will grant amnesty. If it remains in position, the state will enjoy peace. Another interpretation is that it indicates many epidemics among the people, high livestock prices, and the end of war.

When Saturn transgresses Lou, the Emperor should guard against border incursions and avoid long journeys; military campaigns will bring misfortune. If it remains here, grain will be abundant and people content. If it moves backward, then petitions from women will increase; if it lingers over Lou, foreign troops will arrive.

If a guest star transgresses Lou, a great war will follow; if it remains here, the five grains will not mature. Another source says: ministers will deceive their ruler and seize power, leading to many legal disputes in the year; if it circles around for three days, a great amnesty will follow.

If a comet transgresses Lou, people will starve to death; if it emerges from Lou, drought will come first, followed by floods; grain prices will soar, livestock will fall ill, and granaries and treasuries will empty out. Another source says the country will suffer a great war.

A 孛 “bo” star (a hairy or hazy tailless comet) signals war or famine.

If a meteor (falling star) emerges from or transgresses Lou, laws will be enacted to clear the prisons.

If blue or red clouds enter Lou, they signify war and mourning; if black clouds enter, they signify great floods. Song History, Volume 51, Chapter 4, 1346.

Constellation Aries the Ram

28♈32 to 27♉46

KEYWORDS   for the Aries constellation:
      (+) Positive:   Dominant, independent, courageous, pioneer, orderly, harmony, active, leader, ambitious, determined, enterprising, mental.
      (–) Negative:   Impulsiveness, temper, stubborn, restless, rash, brusque, tactless, indiscreet, rude, inconsiderate. rig.

ARIES.   The Ram.
      Legend.   Aries represents the ram with the golden fleece, a gift from Mercury, upon which Phrixus and his sister Helle escaped through the air from their step-mother Ino. On arriving in Colchis, Phrixus sacrificed the ram to Jupiter and its fleece was hung in the Grove of Mars, whence it was subsequently carried away by Jason (see Argo). According to another account, it was the ram that guided Bacchus to a spring of water in the Libyan desert.
      Influence.   Ptolemy’s observations are as follows: “The stars in the head of Aries possess an influence similar in its effects to that of Mars and Saturn: those in the mouth act similarly to Mercury, and in some degree to Saturn; those in the hinder foot, to Mars; those in the tail, to Venus.” By the Kabalists Aries is associated with the Hebrew letter He and the 5th Tarot Trump “The Pope.” 31.

The Constellation of the Ram
      The constellation Aries (Ari) portends events concerning sacred rites and the worship of God. It affects the conditions of the air and of the seasons, and presages the results of the elements of things that grow, especially the new shoots of arboreal crops (e.g., grapes and figs). ^[7]

Fixed Star Sheratan Conjunctions

Ascendant conjunct Sheratan: Billy Crystal 0°14′ (and Moon), Andie MacDowell 0°22′ (and S. Node), Andrew Cunanan 0°26′, Ezra Miller 0°27′, Serena Williams 0°32′, Percy Bysshe Shelley 0°33′ (and Saturn), Joyce Wieland 0°34′, Rick Warren 0°35′, Charles Fourier 0°41′ (and S. Node), Johannes Morinus 0°43′, Romana Acosta Bañuelos 0°45′, Gabriel García Márquez 0°50′, Cecil Beaton 0°57′, Amelia Earhart 0°58′, Nikola Tesla 1°25′, Gabriele D’Annunzio 1°32′, Joseph Gallieni 1°42′ (and Sun), Liza Minnelli 1°53′.

Midheaven conjunct Sheratan: Johnny Depp 0°05′, Robert Downey Jr. 0°07′, Giorgia Meloni 1°26′, Andy Warhol 1°31′, Catherine, Princess of Wales 1°34′.

Descendant conjunct Sheratan: Vladimir Putin 0°08′, Mel B 0°15′, Caitlyn Jenner 0°28′, Charlton Heston 0°49′, Uri Geller 1°01′, Charles Dickens 1°02′, Paul Cézanne 1°05′, River Phoenix 1°34′, Sid Vicious 1°58′.

IC: Dakota Johnson 1°26′.

Part of Fortune conjunct Sheratan: Sarah, Duchess of York 0°09′, Martin Scorsese 0°10′, Boy George 0°18′, The Big Bopper 0°21′, O. J. Simpson 0°22′, April Ashley 1°14′ (and Uranus).

Sun conjunct Sheratan: Preferment in sports, scientific and public matters, government affairs. Native will exhibit a tendency to dominate situations, and with the right direction the native can create a name and fame for themselves. In more negative nativities the tendency to dominate will bring problems, and possibly turbulence and legal problems. A possibility of lasting difficulties. ^[3]

Timothy McVeigh 0°04′ (and Mercury), Michael Moore 0°18′, Roy Orbison 0°28′, Vladimir Lenin 0°38′, Shirley MacLaine 0°55′ (and Mars), Jack Nicholson 0°59′, Sam Altman 1°29′, Adolf Hitler 1°36′, Machine Gun Kelly 1°39′, Amber Heard 1°56′, Joseph Gallieni 2°01′ (and AC). 

Moon conjunct Sheratan: Natives with this conjunction will develop a tendency to dominate, and most such natives will have an outstanding personality, attract attention for good or for evil through their activities. Such natives could be considered drivers as they will tend to push their way or bluff their way through any situation. Public preferment is indicated. Turbulence (violence) is possible. ^[3]

Dennis Rodman 0°10′, Bernie Madoff 0°50′, Bill Maher 0°54′, Chiang Kai-shek 1°01′, Bobby Fischer 1°04′, Eric Gill 1°12′, Imelda Marcos 1°50′, Vespasian 1°56′, F. Scott Fitzgerald 1°56′, Michael J. Fox 1°58′ (and Venus), Billy Crystal 2°05′ (and AC). 

Mercury conjunct Sheratan: (+) The native is mentally active and can develop leadership ability. Unexpected gains possible. (–) The native could have a tendency towards either illegal activities or activities of a questionable nature and the end results could be losses and/or legal involvement. ^[3]

Ricky Nelson 0°17′, Linda Goodman 0°18′, Jim Jones 0°35′, Sabrina Carpenter 0°51′, Marshall Applewhite 1°07′, Nigel Farage 1°09′, MacKenzie Scott 1°12′ (and Venus), Anton LaVey 1°37′ (and N.Node), Timothy McVeigh 1°40′ (and Sun)

Venus conjunct Sheratan: On the surface these natives can appear to be quite placid, however, they can be quite blunt and outspoken if necessary. ^[3]

John Wayne Bobbitt 0°23′, Michael J. Fox 0°27′ (and Moon), Cecilia Bartoli 0°33′, Thomas Jefferson 1°03′, Antonio Vivaldi 1°21′, Itamar Ben-Gvir 1°29′, MacKenzie Scott 1°36′ (and Mercury), Michelangelo 1°57′, Salvador Dali 1°57′

Mars conjunct Sheratan: (+) Native with this conjunction can develop leadership ability, gain some prominence in their career. (–) The native will tend to force issues, they can attract public attention through involvement in actions that could also involve turbulence (violence). These natives can be the perpetrators, minor participant or recipient of such turbulent acts. Exercise of self control necessary! ^[3]

This causes inflammation of the throat area, particularly the tonsils. they would experience severe inflammations and infections connected with the tonsils, far more often than would be considered normal. These are persons who would develop blisters and swollen tonsils, and would try surgery to correct the problem. This would not correct the problem since it would manifest in other areas, such as tremors, high fevers and other malfunctions. Alleviation of this imbalance could be found through spiritual means which could neutralize this negative energy, it would not be easy nor would it be rapid, but Self-love is the key here. In order to love others, they must love themselves; and in order to love self, they must find what they most dislike about themselves. ^[8]

Muhammad Ali 0°06′, Marguerite de Navarre 0°27′, Dave Chappelle 0°58′, Shirley MacLaine 1°23′ (and Sun), Emanuel Swedenborg 1°27′, Celine Dion 1°30′, Adam Schiff 1°55′.

Jupiter conjunct Sheratan: This conjunction can bring the native fame, with a well aspected Jupiter, with a rather cautious overtone. The native could be subjected to accusations, true or false, some bordering on the scandalous, and in the more negative nativities, the native will be subjected to turbulence (violence). There can be high preferment in government, legal business matters and other affairs dealing with the public. Possible legal entanglements. ^[3]

Albert Speer 0°10′, Martin Luther King 1°48′.

Saturn conjunct Sheratan: These individuals would have difficulty in swallowing, particularly if Saturn and Mars are conjunct at this point. There is a difficulty with the muscles when swallowing as the timing would be off. As these persons eat, the tendency would be for them to swallow the food before the muscles in the throat react. They must pay strict attention when eating, particularly under stress, excitement, or carrying on a conversation at the table. ^[8]

Nick Fuentes 0°19′, Hunter Biden 0°33′, Ulysses S. Grant 0°48′, Percy Bysshe Shelley 1°03′ (and AC), L. Ron Hubbard 1°06′, Mikey Madison 1°18′, Danielle Carolan 1°23′, Sean Combs 1°25′, Josef Mengele 1°26′, Tucker Carlson 1°27′, Barbara Castle 1°58′.

Uranus conjunct Sheratan: Lance Reventlow 0°41′, Woody Allen 0°53′, April Ashley 1°14′ (and POF), Valerie Solanas 1°28′, Teresa of Ávila 1°46′.

Neptune conjunct Sheratan: Frederick the Great 0°12′, Tycho Brahe 0°46′, Edgar Cayce 1°24′.

Pluto conjunct Sheratan: Cecil Rhodes 0°43′, Vincent van Gogh 1°08′, John Milton 1°44′.

North Node conjunct Sheratan: J. P. Morgan 0°04′, Martin Luther 0°30′, Charles III 0°40′, Clint Eastwood 0°47′, Rolf Harris 1°18′, Jayden Jaymes 1°30′, Joe Rogan 1°57′.

South Node conjunct Sheratan: Pat Tillman 0°03′, Nancy Spungen 0°33′, Charles Fourier 1°07′ (and AC), Andie MacDowell 1°50′ (and AC). 

References

1. Sheratan (Beta Arietis), star-facts.com.
2. Fixed Stars and Constellations in Astrology, Vivian E. Robson, 1923, p.31, 208.
3. The Power of the Fixed Stars, Joseph E. Rigor, 1979, pp. 46-47, 61-63.
4. Fixed Stars and Their Interpretation, Elsbeth Ebertin, 1971, p.6.
5. The Living Stars, Dr. Eric Morse, 1988, p.32.
6. Star Names: Their Lore and Meaning, Richard H. Allen, 1889, p.81.
7. Fixed Stars and Judicial Astrology, George Noonan, 1990, p.33.
8. The Fixed Star Health and Behavior Imbalance, Ted George and Barbara Parker, 1985, p.17.
9. A Dictionary of Modern Star Names, Kunitzch, Smart, 2006, p.18.