Yod

An aspect figure in which one planet is linked by two quincunxes (150 degrees) to two planets which in turn are linked by a sextile (60 degrees). The planet linked by quincunx to the other two planets is the focal point of the figure. This aspect figure is also sometimes referred to as the "Finger of God".

With the quincunx, the challenge is to use an analytic approach to overcome the tension between the horoscope factors concerned. The individual feels compelled to make a decision. The sextile encourages a mutually stimulating exchange of energies. A yod intensifies the themes associated with the quincunx. The planet at the focal point is subject to subtle tension. Tracy Marks points out: "This planet has been given an important task in life, it represents the "Finger of God"... standing at the midpoint of the other two planets, it is the intermediary that can tap into the dynamic, creative energy and the fortunate opportunity given by the sextile to bring forth a new form of being..."