Position #1 The Ascendant, the dawn, the sign or planet that rises above the horizon, that is the horizon of awareness. This position represents what is waxing: what is coming, growing stronger, becoming influential; what is on tap for the immediate future.

Position #2 The Descendant, the dusk, the sign or planet that is setting below the horizon of awareness. This position represents influences that are waning: what is retreating, losing its strength, or diminishing in influence; what ties us to the past.

Position #3 The Zenith, high noon, the highest point, the culmination. This position represents what is openly manifest, the circumstance/relationship that encompasses the world, and those who dwell therein. Awareness at its ne plus ultra..

Position #4 The Nadir, midnight, that which is hidden from view well below the horizon of awareness. This position represents a presently quiescent but potentially explosive situation; unexpressed, but ever-present.

Position #5 The Unifying presence, the key which will bring focus to the situation, clarity to those involved in the event, and provide balance to the four astrological influences.