In horary astrology, timing techniques determine when events will occur. Key factors include planetary speed, motion (direct or retrograde), application/separation, and Moon phases. Proper timing ensures accurate prediction of event onset, duration, and completion.
1. Planetary Speed
Definition:
- Speed refers to how fast a planet moves through the zodiac.
- Faster-moving planets (Moon, Mercury, Venus) indicate quick developments, slower planets (Saturn, Jupiter) → slower, gradual events.
Application:
- Moon moves fastest → timing of short-term events
- Saturn moves slowest → timing for long-term outcomes
📘 Example:
- Querent asks: “When will I receive an answer from the bank?”
- Moon applying to Mercury → response expected within days, faster than Jupiter or Saturn influences.
2. Planetary Direction
Motion | Interpretation in Timing |
|---|---|
| Direct | Planet acts normally; events proceed as expected |
| Retrograde | Delays, reversals, or indirect action; outcome may require revisiting |
| Stationary | Turning point; crucial moment, decision, or significant event |
📘 Example:
Mercury retrograde in a horary chart → communication delayed or requires revision
Venus direct and applying to Moon → cooperation and resolution imminent
3. Application vs. Separation
- Applying aspect: Planet is moving toward exact aspect → future influence; event is building
- Separating aspect: Planet has already formed the aspect → influence is fading; event mostly complete
📘 Example:
- Moon applying to Jupiter → benefit incoming soon
- Moon separating from Mars → conflict mostly resolved
4. Moon Phases in Timing
Phase | Timing Implication |
|---|---|
| New Moon | Beginning of events; initiation |
| Waxing Moon | Growth and progress; event developing |
| Full Moon | Culmination; peak of activity |
| Waning Moon | Decline, resolution, or closure |
📘 Example:
Project begins at waxing Moon → progress expected
Full Moon occurs before completion → event reaches peak intensity, may conclude soon
5. Practical Timing Tips
- Identify angular planets → faster manifestation
- Consider planetary speed and motion for duration and delays
- Apply application/separation principles → predict event onset or completion
- Include Moon’s void-of-course or eclipses → anticipate delays or pivots
📘 Example:
- Querent asks: “When will my loan be approved?”
- Moon applying to Venus (benefic, angular) → within 3–5 days, action likely
- Saturn retrograde influence → paperwork may take extra time
6. Key Insight
Timing in horary requires integrating:
- Planetary speed → quick or slow influence
- Motion → direct, retrograde, stationary
- Aspect application/separation → future or past influence
- Moon phase and VOC → short-term timing refinement
Accurate timing ensures you predict when events start, develop, or conclude.
