Benedict Arnold
Norwich, Connecticut, USA
Jan 14, 1741, 12:00 PM*
Jan 14, 1741, 12:00 PM*
*Birth time accuracy: Unknown
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Sun
Capricorn
24°
9h
Moon
Sagittarius
18°
8h
Rising*
Taurus
14°
1h
Mercury
Capricorn
0°
8h
Venus
Sagittarius
18°
8h
Mars
Cancer
22°
3h
Jupiter
Cancer
3°
2h
Saturn
Leo
5°
4h
Uranus
Capricorn
15°
9h
Neptune
Cancer
5°
3h
Pluto
Scorpio
11°
6h
MC*
Capricorn
25°
10h
N. Node
Cancer
3°
2h
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Benedict Arnold was an American Revolutionary War officer who led successful operations, including the capture of Fort Ticonderoga, and commanded forces in key engagements, contributing to early Continental Army successes.
He later defected to the British and served as a British officer; his actions affected strategic outcomes and left a lasting influence on American military and cultural memory.
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Your Big Three shape your core self, while the Inner and Outer Planets shape your personal traits and collective influences.
Sun in Capricorn
24° ⬩ 9th House
Benedict Arnold has a relentless drive to be the best at whatever he does, and he's willing to put in the work to get there. Classy and reserved in public, he doesn't give much away, but for the people who've earned his loyalty, he'll show his heart of gold. His ambition can tip into tunnel vision, and when he feels unappreciated, his mood can dampen the room.
Moon in Sagittarius
18° ⬩ 8th House
Benedict Arnold craves freedom and new experiences above all else, and his emotions reflect that: wild, optimistic, and hard to pin down. His cheerful nature draws people back even after an impulsive outburst, but keeping the same routines or relationships can be a real challenge. His fondest memories are probably of adventures and spontaneous moments, not quiet nights at home.
Rising in Taurus*
14° ⬩ 1st House
Relaxed, responsible, and unhurried, Benedict Arnold takes things at his own pace and people feel grounded just being around him. He values comfort and sensual pleasures, and unlike more restless signs, he’s perfectly content staying put. There’s a sturdy, oak-tree quality to his presence that others find reassuring.
Aspects describe the angles between planets in your chart, highlighting where there is harmony or tension in your life. The orb degree determines how strongly an aspect will affect you, with smaller orbs indicating a stronger influence.
Jupiter Conjunction North Node
Orb: 0.1°
Growth, expansion, and faith are woven into Benedict Arnold's life's purpose. He's meant to think big, explore broadly, and trust that the universe has his back. There's a sense of cosmic luck here — when he follows his purpose, abundance tends to follow.
Moon Conjunction Venus
Orb: 0.3°
Comfort, beauty, and emotional warmth are essential to Benedict Arnold's wellbeing. He has a naturally sweet and nurturing quality that others find soothing, and he instinctively creates environments and relationships that feel safe, lovely, and emotionally rich.
Sun Conjunction Midheaven
Orb: 0.4°
Benedict Arnold's identity and public path are one and the same — he's meant to be seen. Career and reputation aren't just things he does, they're central to who he is, and he likely feels most alive when he's recognized for his contributions.
Uranus Trine Ascendant
Orb: 0.8°
Benedict Arnold comes across as original and forward-thinking without alienating people — his uniqueness is part of his appeal. Innovation and individuality flow naturally through his personality, and people find his unconventional perspective refreshing rather than jarring.
Neptune Conjunction North Node
Orb: 2.1°
Benedict Arnold's life path is deeply spiritual, creative, and guided by something beyond the material world. He's meant to develop his intuition, explore his imagination, and dissolve the boundaries between himself and something greater. Trusting the unseen is part of his journey.
Pluto Trine North Node
Orb: 7.5°
Benedict Arnold's capacity for transformation and deep insight naturally serves his soul's evolution. He has an effortless ability to shed old skins and reinvent himself in ways that align perfectly with his purpose. Power and destiny flow together in his life.
Sun Opposition Mars
Orb: 2.7°
Benedict Arnold tends to encounter his own assertiveness through others — people may challenge him or push his buttons in ways that force him to stand up for himself. This dynamic teaches him a lot about healthy boundaries and how to own his power without projecting it onto others.
Mercury Opposition Jupiter
Orb: 2.7°
Benedict Arnold swings between getting lost in big ideas and needing to pay attention to the finer points. Others often serve as a mirror for this dynamic, pushing him to either expand his thinking or rein it in — and through that balance, he develops a mind that can hold both vision and detail.
Mercury Opposition North Node
Orb: 2.8°
Benedict Arnold's mind and his destiny can feel like they're working from different playbooks. He might rationalize away the very leaps of faith his purpose demands, or struggle to articulate what his soul already knows. Growth comes from bridging intellect and intuitive direction.
Mars Opposition Midheaven
Orb: 3.1°
Benedict Arnold's personal drive and professional direction can feel like they're pulling in opposite directions. He might channel his energy into private pursuits when his career needs it, or vice versa — the lesson here is learning to direct his fire with intention rather than letting it scatter.
Pluto Opposition Ascendant
Orb: 3.3°
Power dynamics in relationships are a major theme for Benedict Arnold — he tends to attract intense people who force him to confront his own depth and strength. Through these encounters, he learns to stand in his own power without being controlled or controlling, which is profoundly transformative.
Mercury Opposition Neptune
Orb: 4.8°
Benedict Arnold is navigating a lifelong dance between clarity and imagination, and other people often highlight where he needs more of one or the other. This polarity between rational thinking and dreamy idealism can be disorienting at times, but it's also what gives him the ability to communicate in ways that are both truthful and deeply moving.
Mars Opposition Uranus
Orb: 6.8°
Benedict Arnold lives with a constant tension between wanting to break free and dealing with the consequences of sudden action. His life may be punctuated by abrupt changes and unexpected turns. Embracing flexibility while staying grounded is his path to harnessing this electric energy.
The Houses represent the 12 areas of your life, from identity and relationships to career and spirituality. The sign on each house sets the scene, while the planets are the actors expressing their energy within it.
1st House in Taurus
Self, core identity, personality
2nd House in Gemini
Finances, possessions, values
3rd House in Cancer
Communication, learning, siblings
4th House in Cancer
Home, family, roots
5th House in Leo
Creativity, romance, children
6th House in Virgo
Health, work, service
7th House in Scorpio
Partnerships, relationships, marriage
8th House in Sagittarius
Transformation, intimacy, shared resources
9th House in Capricorn
Philosophy, travel, beliefs
10th House in Capricorn
Career, reputation, ambition
11th House in Aquarius
Friendships, groups, aspirations
12th House in Pisces
Spirituality, secrets, subconscious
Jupiter in the 2nd House
Growth, luck, expansion
North Node in the 2nd House
Soul direction, growth
Mars in the 3rd House
Drive, action, conflict
Neptune in the 3rd House
Dreams, intuition, illusion
Saturn in the 4th House
Discipline, structure, lessons
Pluto in the 6th House
Transformation, power, depth
Moon in the 8th House
Emotions, instincts, comfort
Mercury in the 8th House
Communication, intellect, learning
Venus in the 8th House
Love, beauty, pleasure
Sun in the 9th House
Identity, ego, vitality
Uranus in the 9th House
Individuality, rebellion, change
The zodiac signs are categorized into two categories: Elements and Modalities. The higher the percentage you have of each, the more you embody that trait.
Fire (29%)
Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Earth (42%)
Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Air (0%)
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Water (29%)
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
Cardinal (52%)
Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn
Fixed (26%)
Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius
Mutable (23%)
Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces
