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Fomalhaut

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Fomalhaut

Fomalhaut (Alpha Piscis Austrini) is one of the four Royal Stars or "four Guardians of Heaven" or "Archangel stars". Fomalhaut is the Archangel Gabriel and the watcher of the South. It is a first magnitude star and the 17th brightest star in the heavens and the brightest star in the constellation Piscis Austrinus.

Below is a delineation of Fomalhaut as found in Anne Wilson’s encyclopedia of fixed stars.

“General influence of the star: According to Ptolemy, it is of the nature of Venus and Mercury; and, to Alvidas, of Jupiter in square to Saturn from Pisces and Sagittarius. It is said to be very fortunate and powerful and yet to cause malevolence of sublime scope and character, and change from a material to a spiritual form of expression. Cardan stated that together with the stars rising with 12 Libra it gives an immortal name. (Robson).

It has a Mercury-Venus character with a blending of Neptune influence. According to tradition, this star is of quite variable effect, either very good or very bad, depending on the overall cosmic structure. It is assumed, however, that the helpful influence is the greater one and if in conjunction with Mercury, it is said to stimulate mental capabilities and promise success as a writer or scientist. On the Ascendant and in good aspect, tradition has it that this star will make for 'fame' and a name 'remembered forever'. In conjunction with Venus, there will be advantages in artistic pursuits. A conjunction with Jupiter or on the MC will bring favor from dignitaries of the church. Tied up with either Sun or Moon, the influence of Fomalhaut is said to be quite marked. (Ebertin). "¹