Alexander Graham Bell: The Inventor's Astrological Blueprint
Birth Chart
In this article, we’ll dive deep into the astrological details of Alexander Graham Bell’s birth chart, exploring it through the lens of harmonic astrology. We’ll observe his innate qualities and astrological triggers, which marked important milestones in his life.
Alexander Graham Bell is best known as an audiologist and the inventor of the telephone at the age of 29. His dedication to teaching, research, and invention continued throughout his lifetime. One of the major motivations behind his work with sound and speech was his close connection to the deaf community. His mother, Eliza Grace Symonds Bell, lost her hearing when he was a child, sparking his lifelong interest in sound. His wife, Mabel Gardiner Hubbard, was also deaf, further motivating Bell’s efforts to improve communication methods for those with hearing impairments.
The Influence of the 5th Harmonic
Let’s begin by analysing the astrological indicators in detail. The 5th Harmonic is associated with the power to change the world, create new systems, and innovate (for more details on the 5th Harmonic, you can visit this link). Once a system is established, human roles become static — people use inventions and systems already in place. Moreover, the 25th Harmonic represents the ability to shape oneself and the world in new and original ways, and sub harmonics with "2" in them (like the 10th, 20th, and 30th Harmonics) signify the drive to establish new orders.
In Bell’s chart, the 5th Harmonic reveals a striking pattern consisting of 17 different aspects between planets. This showcases his significant role in reshaping the world. To better understand these planetary interactions, here are some key configurations:
What do these patterns mean? How do they work together?
Jupiter, ruling Bell’s Ascendant, is positioned in the 3rd House (communication), in the sign of Gemini. Jupiter’s close 5th Harmonic connection with Mercury, ruler of the 3rd House, is significant. It suggests that Bell’s role was to establish communication (Mercury) across distant lands (Jupiter) using technology for the whole world (Uranus, ruler of 12th House). Mars activates this cluster with its energy for movement and effort, pushing forward the 5th Harmonic drive. The Mercury-Jupiter connection in Bell's chart signifies not only the ability to create communication systems but also the expansion of human consciousness and interaction on a global scale. By bridging distant lands and people, Bell's inventions didn’t just improve communication but redefined it, laying the groundwork for the modern world’s interconnectedness.
Mars and Jupiter also form a connection with the Sun. The Sun, ruler of the 6th House, is placed in the 12th House in Pisces, suggesting that Bell’s work was a service to humanity—dedicated to improving communication on a global scale. Creativity, represented by the 5th House ruler Moon, connects with Mercury and Uranus, reflecting Bell’s drive to innovate in communication and technology.
In the final cluster, the Uranus-Pluto connection reflects technological transformation—a theme that pervades Bell’s life.
Looking at the harmonic aspects beyond traditional astrology, we see how Bell’s chart reveals deeper layers, like peeling an onion, with each layer sharing new insights into his world-changing impact.
7th Harmonic: A Source of Inspiration
It’s common to find the 7th Harmonic emphasised in the charts of individuals who have made a global impact, such as Bell. The 7th Harmonic brings creative inspiration and visionary ideas into the world.
In Bell’s chart, we see a powerful 7th Harmonic angle between the Sun, the Moon, Mercury (the planet of communication), and Neptune (the planet of inspiration and ideals). Neptune, also the secondary ruler of Bell’s Ascendant, sits in Aquarius, aligning with Bell’s devotion to discovery and compassion.
The Moon in this configuration highlights Bell’s emotional connection to his mother, who was hearing impaired. His life’s mission to create technologies for the hearing-impaired is a reflection of the Moon’s symbolism as the mother figure. In this light, the 7th Harmonic Moon aspects become especially important.
The Moon and Communication Themes
Bell’s singleton Moon in his birth chart connects to every other planetary element except Mars. While a full analysis of these aspects would take time, it’s worth noting the very lose 25th Harmonic connection between the Moon and Chiron. This connection suggests an emotional wound stemming from his mother’s deafness and the desire to heal it through his innovations. Through his innovations, Bell sought to heal not only his personal world but also offer transformative solutions to the broader deaf community, turning his emotional vulnerabilities into a powerful catalyst for technological healing.
Additionally, the Moon has four different connections with Mercury through various harmonics (2nd, 6th, 10th, and 14th Harmonics), reinforcing the theme of communication throughout Bell’s chart.
Invention of the Telephone and the 25th Harmonic Period
Such a pivotal development in Bell’s life—his invention of the telephone—is clearly indicated in his chart during the solar arc period of the 25th Harmonic.
In 1876, with the help of his assistant, Thomas Watson, Bell invented the telephone. Famously, on the 10th of March, 1876, Bell's first words, "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you," were transmitted over an electronic device, astonishing his assistant.
In Bell’s 25th Harmonic chart, the birth chart lies inside, and the solar arc chart of this period is outside. Remarkably, during this time, all the planets form conjunctions with themselves in the 25th Harmonic. This celestial alignment marks the momentous nature of Bell’s invention—a technological breakthrough that forever changed the course of human communication.
