Profile of a Sagittarius
Eric S. Raymond
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Dec 4, 1957
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Sun
Sagittarius
12°
Moon
Taurus
11°
Mercury
Capricorn
2°
Venus
Capricorn
28°
Mars
Scorpio
17°
Jupiter
Libra
24°
Saturn
Sagittarius
16°
Uranus
Leo
11°
Neptune
Scorpio
3°
Pluto
Virgo
2°
N. Node
Scorpio
8°
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Eric S. Raymond is a computer programmer, author, and open-source evangelist known for shaping modern free software discourse. He authored the influential essay and book The Cathedral and the Bazaar, co-founded the Open Source Initiative, and edited The New Hacker's Dictionary. Raymond's advocacy and writings have significantly influenced open-source development practices and community culture.

Your Core Signs shape your core self, while the Inner and Outer Planets shape your personal traits and collective influences.

Sun in Sagittarius
Degree: 12°
Adventurous and down for anything, Eric S. Raymond lives for new experiences and isn't afraid to speak his mind, even when the timing isn't ideal. He has a brash exterior but a gentle heart, with a natural pull toward philosophy and big-picture thinking. Routine bores him quickly, and if restlessness builds up, it can come out in a blunt, unfiltered way, but his boundless optimism inspires everyone around him.
Moon in Taurus
Degree: 11°
Emotionally steady and grounded, Eric S. Raymond doesn’t overreact to things that aren’t worth the energy. It takes a lot to rattle him, but when something that brought him stability falls apart, he feels it deeply and can become reclusive. He values trust above all else and is drawn to people and situations he can truly rely on.

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.

Mercury Trine Pluto
Orb: 0.5°
Eric S. Raymond has a naturally penetrating mind that effortlessly gets to the heart of any matter. Deep thinking and powerful communication are second nature to him — when he speaks, people listen, because there's an undeniable truth and intensity to his insights that's hard to ignore.
Sun Trine Uranus
Orb: 0.8°
Eric S. Raymond's individuality flows naturally and doesn't need to rebel to be expressed. He's innovative and original in a way that feels organic rather than forced — he can be unconventional without alienating people, which is a rare and valuable gift.
Mercury Sextile Neptune
Orb: 0.9°
Eric S. Raymond's logical mind and imagination work well together, giving him the ability to think both practically and poetically. He picks up on subtleties in communication that others miss, and this blend of intuition and intellect makes him a thoughtful, perceptive communicator.
Sun Conjunction Saturn
Orb: 4°
Eric S. Raymond takes himself and his responsibilities seriously. Discipline, structure, and endurance are central to who he is — he may have grown up fast or felt the weight of expectations early, but this gives him a quiet authority and resilience.
Neptune Conjunction North Node
Orb: 5.1°
Eric S. Raymond'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.
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Moon Square Uranus
Orb: 0.4°
Eric S. Raymond's emotional world can feel like a lightning storm — sudden shifts, unexpected needs, and a restlessness that makes it hard to settle. He craves both security and freedom simultaneously, and learning to honor both sides of this tension leads to real emotional liberation.
Uranus Square North Node
Orb: 2.7°
Eric S. Raymond's rebellious streak and need for freedom sometimes create chaos on his path. He might resist his own destiny just because it feels like an expectation, or shake things up right when stability would serve him. Learning when to be unconventional and when to stay the course is his growth edge.
Moon Opposition North Node
Orb: 3.1°
Eric S. Raymond's emotional needs and his life purpose are in a constant conversation. What feels safe and nurturing can sometimes hold him back from growth, and stepping into his destiny means learning not to retreat into old emotional patterns. The balance between comfort and courage defines his journey.
Venus Square Jupiter
Orb: 4°
Eric S. Raymond has big appetites when it comes to love, pleasure, and the good things in life. The challenge is knowing when enough is enough — he may overcommit, overspend, or overindulge at times, but this same expansiveness is what makes him so generous and warm.
Moon Opposition Mars
Orb: 5.4°
Other people tend to activate Eric S. Raymond's emotions in intense ways — conflicts and confrontations can hit him right in the gut. He's learning the balance between emotional vulnerability and assertive action, and this dynamic ultimately makes him both braver and more emotionally honest.
Venus Square Neptune
Orb: 5.4°
Eric S. Raymond has a deeply romantic heart, but sometimes his idealism can cloud his judgment in love. He may be drawn to people who need saving or situations that look better in his imagination than in reality. Channeling this sensitivity into art or spiritual practice can be incredibly fulfilling.
Mars Square Uranus
Orb: 5.9°
Eric S. Raymond has a rebellious streak and an impatience with anything that feels restrictive. His energy can be erratic — brilliant bursts followed by restless dissatisfaction. Learning to direct his need for freedom into purposeful action is what turns this tension into genius.
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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 (30%)
Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Earth (44%)
Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Air (7%)
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Water (19%)
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

Cardinal (30%)
Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn
Fixed (41%)
Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius
Mutable (30%)
Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces