22° TO KILL OR TO BE KILLED? 🎐
— A rationalization of the degree theory by Nikola Stojanovik
check out my simplified explanation of degree theory here
Nikola's article is linked here
Hi guys! It's Jenx here:) Today like promised, I'll be talking more about the 22 degree in astrology and its importance, as well as theories behind it through astrologers' POV and especially, through astrologer Nikola Stojanovik's lenses, where he provides evidences for his claim behind the degree of 22. I'll also talk about my take on this degree since I also happen to have my Jupiter placed in the 22 degree! Let's dive right in loves xx
So first of all, why did Nikola believe that the 22° is linked to the idea of "to kill of to be killed"? In his degree theory, 22° is a critical degree. It can be literal, but most often it is a metaphorical interpretation for when a situation has a reached a dire point or needs immediate resolution. In degree theory, 22° is a Capricorn degree and known as the degree of destruction. However, I find it highly unethical and frankly, irresponsible of us to give out these informations without ever rationalizing it with the public, since we are not the one who's handling the fall out. There are boundaries when it comes to astrology and before you guys proceed to read, please be mindful that I, myself also have this degree and Beyoncé have this degree appears MANY time in her chart. Do not let fear get the ahead of your better judgment loves and we would not be doing those placements justice if we just sum them up in a phrase or small keywords.
Some degrees are more significant than others. In astrology, some degrees are important because they are considered fixed constellations. In astrology, a planet, asteroid, or house cusp can form a star when it falls at a specific degree in a specific sign. These stars are significant for a reason, and they can reveal hidden blessings and karma in your birth chart. This is when a specific degree in certain signs is designated as a distinct point with its own unique meaning. ( I'll talk about this and release the list another day)
the picture below is a simplified version of how every degree is associated with an astrological sign, this is also Nikola's interpretation
The study of numbers and their significance in our lives is known as numerology. There are master numbers and karmic numbers in numerology. The master numbers are 11, 22, 33, 44, and so forth. 13, 14, 16, and 19 are karmic numbers. There is a unique lesson and attention on that part of the chart when a planet or house cusp is discovered at one of these numbers.
So you can see how degrees and numbers in general matter a lot in astrology, even the degree (orb) of your aspects also matter.
So after all that, we ask the big question here, what's so major about the degree of 22?
The 22 degree, ruled by Capricorn and Saturn according to Nikola, points a lot to destruction, but this theory has a lot of holes and lacking key elements. It is in fact not a commonly accepted term as it should, but it's an emerging but still niche idea that some astrologers employ. Personally I recommend you guys to take those bold statements with a grain of salt; since having the placement does not mean you'll actually kill or be killed.
Take this instead. The planets or placements in which you have this degree in, see how that placement alone can be crucial to you in some way, where you'll be prone to experiencing both of the extremes. Extreme success granted with extreme failure. Where everything will come with a price.
Eg: I have Jupiter in Cancer 11th house at 22° conjunct my Mars. Now normally using Nikola's degree theory, I would 100% not be as sane as I should, especially when I have Jupiter (expansion) at 22° (critical, destruction). But does this mean I excelled at killing? No. But hear me out. From my observation, I excel at controlling (Saturn effect) people and my community (11th house) to achieve what I want. This comes naturally to me as it is in Jupiter, the planet of gifts and blessings. However, this is also the area where I'm the most vulnerable. I placed an immense importance (Mars) on the people around me and I truly care for friends (11th house) like family (Cancer). If one were to hurt me, this would be my weak spot. Isolating all of my friends and loved ones from me, as well as people that I surround myself with would be the best way to bring me down. So where I thrive is where I shall fall. Thats how I would describe the 22°.
Another example would be Beyoncé. She has Pluto, Neptune and Chiron all in 22°. As you can see, she holds the power of magnetism and healing (charities work, her music inspire generations, lasting effect on others, her fandom being one of the biggest in the world -> Neptune and Pluto). Neptune even bless her with touch of artistic genius in her career. Her Journey also displays immense lessons about life and growth (Chiron). But aside from all of these qualities, we can see how these placements could also be her downfall. Neptune (illusions, credibility), Pluto (obsessions, deceit) and Chiron (lessons learned through great pain).
Steve Jobs had another literal manifestation out of his Ascendant at the 22nd degree in Virgo. He was famous for his crazy working hours, heavy workloads, a lot of responsibilities, being a strict leader of a large company, being cold, distant, and emotionless. In other words, Steve Jobs was recognized (Ascendant) as a hard-working person (Virgo) in leadership position (Capricorn traits).
Stevie Wonder has his Sun at the 22nd degree in Taurus. In his case, Sun (career indicator) in Taurus (rules vocal cords and the voice) is at the 22nd degree (Capricorn degree, channel it in your career). Stevie Wonder made an outstanding career as a world-famous singer.
Let's say that you have Moon in 22°, does that mean your mom might be killed? No. It means that your mother posses certain Capricorn traits and you yourself focus a great deal on your emotions and the public (Moon rules the people). Different placements have different manifestations to it, but no indicators can 100% predict death or killing tendencies.
The takeaway here is, 22° does not mean that it brings you bad luck and trauma, but rather it shifts your focus onto those areas of life, where you may also thrive and have the power to influence others, but where you will also learn great lessons and will experience vulnerability.
I want to make this post short and straightforward and to the point rather than going around in circles with you guys:) I hope this assure you guys to be more accepting of your chart in one way or another. Please leave any question you have below and I'm open for any discussion!! I'll also be talking about fixed stars tomorrow or the day after so lets have some fun with this for now:)
Thank you guys for making it this far!
