Dabih
Dabih
Keywords: cautious optimism, balanced thinking, measured growth
General Meaning:
Dabih (Beta Capricorni) is a binary star in Capricornus. Its
Arabic name means "the lucky one of the slaughterers," hinting
at reward through patience and precise action. Planets here often
show a blend of practicality and restrained hope.
High Expression:
- Pragmatic planning and slow but steady gains
- Integrity in business or material concerns
- Ability to maintain composure under stress
Shadow Expression:
- Excessive conservatism or reluctance to take necessary risks
- Pessimism that blocks opportunity
Dabih Conjunction:
Planetary Body + Dabih (≤1° orb)
Description:
Conjunctions with Dabih favor careful strategy and consistent
effort. Success comes gradually but proves reliable when earned
through diligence.
Examples:
- Sun conjunct Dabih: Patient ambition yields secure
authority.
- Moon conjunct Dabih: Emotional reserve used to maintain
stability.
- Mercury conjunct Dabih: Sound judgment and practical ideas.
- Venus conjunct Dabih: Loyalty and conservative values in
partnerships.
- Mars conjunct Dabih: Determined effort with careful
planning.
- Jupiter conjunct Dabih: Gradual expansion of resources and
wisdom.
- Saturn conjunct Dabih: A strong work ethic focused on
lasting achievement.
- Uranus conjunct Dabih: Innovation rooted in prudence and
responsibility.
- Neptune conjunct Dabih: Dreams tempered by realism and
structure.
- Pluto conjunct Dabih: Transformation built on sustained
discipline.
Metaphysical/Esoteric Layer:
Dabih invites reflection on long-term goals. Meditation
encourages persistence while remaining open to gradual progress.
Ritual Application
Not a ritual for the star — a list of working types where this star lends support.
Ideal for:
- Career or financial planning work
- Slow-building prosperity spells
Not suited for:
- Impulsive ventures
Effective timing:
- When Saturn or Jupiter is strong in Capricorn
Affirmation:
"Through steady effort, my goals are realized."
🔭 Star Data (computed)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Designation | β Capricorni |
| Constellation | Capricornus |
| Right ascension (J2000) | 20h 21m 00.7s |
| Declination (J2000) | -14° 46′ 53″ |
| Ecliptic longitude, J2000.0 | 4°02′ Aquarius (λ = 304.042°) |
| Ecliptic longitude, 2026.0 | 4°24′ Aquarius (λ = 304.405°) |
| Ecliptic latitude | +4.59° |
| Visual magnitude | 3.08 |
| Precession drift | ≈ +50.3″ per year in longitude (1° per ≈ 71.6 years) |
Conjunction window (≤ 1° orb, epoch 2026): a body is conjunct Dabih when its longitude lies between 3°24′ Aquarius and 5°24′ Aquarius. Fixed-star contacts are traditionally judged by longitude (zodiacal conjunction); declination contacts are handled in Parallels and Contra-parallels.
Sign hub: Aquarius · Index: Fixed Stars
Sources (star data)
- Swiss Ephemeris fixed-star catalogue
sefstars.txt(ICRS/Hipparcos-based positions, proper motions, magnitudes): https://github.com/aloistr/swisseph/blob/master/ephe/sefstars.txt — ecliptic longitudes computed for this vault with Astropy 8.0 (GeocentricMeanEcliptic, mean equinox of J2000.0 and of 2026-01-01) - IAU Working Group on Star Names (WGSN), approved proper names: https://www.iau.org/public/themes/naming_stars/