midheaven

[ mid-hev-uhn ]

noun

, Astrology.

1. the point of a horoscope corresponding to the zenith: the cusp of the tenth house.

Midheaven

/ ˈmɪdˈhɛvən /

noun

1. the point on the ecliptic, measured in degrees, that crosses the meridian of a particular place at a particular time. On a person's birth chart it relates to the time of birth MC
2. the sign of the zodiac containing this point

Word History and Origins

Origin of midheaven¹

First recorded in 1585–95; mid- + heaven

Word History and Origins

Origin of midheaven¹

C16: initials MC represent Latin medium caeli middle of the sky

Example Sentences

It corresponds to a particular degree of the Zodiac which is in the Midheaven at the given time of birth.

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If the degree on the Midheaven receives good aspects from the major planets, the position will be honourable and secure.

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Venus in the Midheaven gives social elevation and lifts a person above the sphere of birth.

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These are the directions of the planets to the two Significators, the Midheaven and Ascendant.

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The Sun and Midheaven also signify the father, and the Moon has general signification of the mother.

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