Planets and points

Hygiea

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Hygiea in astrology is an asteroid associated with health, hygiene, prevention, maintenance, healing habits, and the practical care that keeps illness or disorder from growing.

Planets & Celestial BodiesThe Great Almanac DictionaryUpdated 2026-09-26

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At a glance

In astrology: Hygiea is an asteroid layer, not a replacement for the sixth house, Virgo, Moon, or medical care.
Found in: Planets & Celestial Bodies
Related: Planetary Placement, Planetary Position, Birth Chart, Transit

The planets on their engraved orbits before a brass armillary sphere — Celestial motion · visual guide **Hygiea**
Hygiea represents health, prevention, hygiene, and maintenance care.
The orbit map distinguishes physical bodies, calculated points, and symbolic cycles where possible.

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The story behind Hygiea

Hygiea is named after the Greek figure of health and hygiene and is one of the larger asteroids.

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The spiritual meaning of Hygiea

Spiritually, Hygiea asks what maintenance keeps the body and spirit clear enough to serve life.

Why Hygiea matters

Hygiea matters because it points to the quiet routines that preserve wellness before crisis arrives.

How to read Hygiea

Astrologers reach for Hygiea when interpreting health symbolism, prevention, daily habits, cleanliness, body maintenance, and care systems.

Hygiea in practice: an example

Hygiea in Capricorn may prefer disciplined routines, professional advice, and measurable health structures.

Sources and editorial method

This entry summarizes the tradition in the Almanac's own words; where no source is listed, it is an editorial summary rather than a primary text, and symbolic readings are named as the tradition's, not as fact.

Source: The Great Almanac Dictionary
Category: Planets & Celestial Bodies
Aliases: Hygiea astrology, Hygiea meaning
Last updated: 2026-09-26

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