Bicorporeal

Definition

Bicorporeal means “double-bodied.” In traditional astrology, the term generally describes the common or mutable signs: Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces. These signs occupy the transition between seasons and are associated with adjustment, variation, and movement between conditions. Some traditional authorities apply the term more narrowly according to a sign’s symbolic figure, so its precise use can depend on the astrological text or method being followed.

Astrological Meaning

A bicorporeal sign can suggest multiplicity, flexibility, divided attention, or the ability to respond to changing circumstances. In a natal chart, a strong emphasis on these signs may indicate adaptability and an interest in connecting different ideas, roles, or environments. It does not automatically imply indecision; the condition of the sign’s ruling planet and the relevant house provide essential context. In horary and electional astrology, bicorporeal signs may describe situations involving more than one person, option, stage, or outcome, but the full chart must support that interpretation.

Why It Matters

Recognizing bicorporeal signs helps clarify traditional chart language and adds nuance to questions about stability, change, and complexity. The classification is especially useful when comparing cardinal, fixed, and mutable modes or assessing whether a matter is likely to remain singular or develop multiple parts. Because historical definitions vary, astrologers benefit from applying the term consistently within their chosen tradition.

Related Encyclopedia Entries

• Traditional Astrology
• Astrological Terminology
• Natal Chart
• Mutable Signs
• Horary Astrology
• Electional Astrology