Yukio Mishima (January 14, 1925 – November 25, 1970)

I’m not even sure how I came across this story of the leader of a failed coup in Japan. Oh, right, it was this YouTube video.

But the lesson that’s attached to this man’s life (and death) is that one’s identity is tied up in doing that which the spirit leads you to do, and following through to the very end. This echoes Jesus’ life and death.

This timing is considered good because it’s based on a biography of Yukio Mishima. I suspect the real time was 15 minutes earlier, as then the Moon would have been exactly conjunct the Virgo Ascendant, and the Mars (death by sword) would have matched his age (45) when he killed himself.

As it stands, this chart has two interactive Yods, one pointing at (said) Mars, and one pointing at Saturn, tied to the Ascendant and the Midheaven. There is one further inconjunct linking the Sun and Neptune.

Sun Inconjunct Neptune

On the other hand, you can develop into a compassionate and understanding person who instinctively knows what others need and how to serve them. True selfless service to others, giving of yourself voluntarily rather than because you feel there is no choice, will make you feel good.

Mars Inconjunct Saturn

On the positive side, this aspect can mean that you control your aggressions and energies so that they work out constructively. But make sure that you do work out your aggression instead of keeping it hidden, because that can result in sudden bursts of temper, which may work against you.

Mars Inconjunct Ascendant

Learn to work for the good of others by making their objectives your objectives, whenever possible. This aspect can signify the ability to accomplish a great deal, as long as you do not spend all of your time and energy feeling angry and resentful about seemingly undeserved defeats. When you have a real goal to work toward that you can share with others, you will be able to attain that goal.

Saturn Inconjunct Midheaven

On the plus side, if you get adequate reinforcement from your parents and other adults, you can become a very conscientious person who understands at an early age what is expected of you. Later in life you are likely to adopt a rather strict routine of daily living, because the structure itself gives you confidence.

Ah, so.

Hmm.