Your rising sign, also known as your ascendant, is the zodiac sign that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the exact time and location of your birth. To find it, you'll need your birth date, time, and location. Here's how you can determine it:
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Gather Your Birth Information: You'll need the following:
- Date of Birth: Month, day, and year.
- Time of Birth: This needs to be as accurate as possible. Even a few minutes off can change your rising sign.
- Location of Birth: City and state (or country).
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Use an Online Birth Chart Calculator: Several websites offer free birth chart calculations. Here are a few popular options:
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Enter Your Information: On the birth chart calculator, carefully enter your birth date, time, and location. Make sure the time zone is correct.
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Identify Your Rising Sign (Ascendant): Once the chart is generated, look for the abbreviation "ASC" or "Rising" on the chart wheel. The zodiac sign associated with this point is your rising sign. According to the reference material, visualizing a zodiac birth chart like a clock can help. The rising sign is the zodiac sign present at the "nine o'clock" point, representing the eastern horizon at the time of your birth.
Why is your birth time so important?
As astrologer explains, the zodiac signs shift across the eastern horizon approximately every two hours. So, even a slight difference in your birth time can change your rising sign to the next one. Without an accurate birth time, it's impossible to determine your rising sign with certainty.
