Dictionary term
Cazimi
Direct answer
Cazimi means a planet is in extremely close conjunction with the Sun, traditionally described as being in the heart of the Sun.
Cazimi is the rare condition of a planet held very close to the Sun.
Cazimi is the rare condition of a planet held very close to the Sun.
The orbit map distinguishes physical bodies, calculated points, and symbolic cycles where possible.Quick reference
- Use when
- Use Cazimi for precise timing, horary interpretation, and natal nuance when a planet is within a very tight solar conjunction.
- Do not use it for
- Do not call every Sun conjunction cazimi.
- In astrology
- Many traditional sources use about 17 minutes of arc from the Sun for cazimi, though modern practice varies.
- Reference category
- Transits & Cycles
- Related terms
- Birth Chart, Zodiac, Transit
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The story behind Cazimi
The word comes through Arabic and Latin astrological tradition and means being in the heart of the Sun.
Cazimi in spiritual tradition
Spiritually, Cazimi asks what can be purified when it stands at the center of light.
Why Cazimi matters
Cazimi matters because traditional astrology treats it differently from ordinary combustion: not hidden and weakened, but intensified or protected by the Sun.
Cazimi at work: an example
Mercury cazimi can symbolize a moment of concentrated insight, message clarity, or the mind placed at the center of attention.
Reading Cazimi wisely
The orb is extremely tight and latitude can matter in stricter definitions.
Sources and editorial method
This concise reference separates established definitions from historical, symbolic, or interpretive claims. Entries without external references are presented as editorial summaries rather than primary-source scholarship.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Transits & Cycles
- Also appears in
- Transits & Cycles
- Aliases
- None listed
- Last updated
- 2026-07-15
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Common questions
What is Cazimi?
Cazimi means a planet is in extremely close conjunction with the Sun, traditionally described as being in the heart of the Sun.
How is Cazimi used in timing work?
Use Cazimi for precise timing, horary interpretation, and natal nuance when a planet is within a very tight solar conjunction.
What should I avoid when interpreting Cazimi?
Do not call every Sun conjunction cazimi. The orb is extremely tight and latitude can matter in stricter definitions.
