Cor Dirks Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Cor Dirks (28 February 1911 – 15 October 2000) was an acclaimed Afrikaans author known for his children's books. His works, particularly the 'Uile' series, captivated the imaginations of thousands of young readers in South Africa. Born in Volksrust, he excelled in academics and sports, later pursuing a teaching career. Dirks published a range of stories, including adventure and mystery novels, fostering a love for reading among the youth. After his retirement, he continued writing but remained best known for his impactful contributions to children's literature.

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Zodiac Sign (Western)
Pisces

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aquarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
114 years, 13 days

Your next birthday is 351 days away.

Death Anniversary
Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Next death anniversary is 215 days away.

Death Date
October 15, 2000

Place of Birth
Volksrust

Time Zone - Africa/Johannesburg (2:0 E)

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Pig (猪)
Birth Number
1

Life Path Number
6
Name Number (Chaldean)
24 => 6

Name Number (Pythagorean)
7

Meaning of the name - Cor

heart (Latin)

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February 28, 1911 Facts

Generation Group

Cor Dirks belongs to the GI Generation group.


Place of Birth: Volksrust

Place of Death: Johannesburg

Cause of Death: faulty administration of anesthesia during a hip operation

Educated At: North-West University

Occupation: novelist | children's writer | writer

Spouses: Elsje Christina (Ella) van Niekerk

Children: Justus | Elsje

Employers: Duiwelskloof Primary School | Central Primary School Potchefstroom | Hoërskool Belfast | Hoër Volkskool Potchefstroom | Voortrekker Hoërskool | Linden Hoërskool

Awards Received: Academy certificate at the Aardklop Kunstefees in 1999


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for February 28, 1911

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on February 28, 2025 Secondary Progressions for February 28, 2025
Sun 8 Pisces 42 10 Pisces 4 29 Gemini 51
Moon 1 Pisces 11 15 Pisces 15 2 Taurus 10
Mercury 22 Aquarius 37 25 Pisces 19 16 Gemini 24
Venus 1 Aries 1 10 Aries 47 14 Leo 35
Mars 20 Capricorn 1 17 Cancer 8 14 Aries 2
Jupiter 14 Scorpio 18 12 Gemini 13 4 Scorpio 34
Saturn 3 Taurus 5 20 Pisces 33 16 Taurus 34
Uranus 27 Capricorn 39 23 Taurus 38 28 Capricorn 26
Neptune 19 Cancer 1 28 Pisces 52 20 Cancer 28
Pluto 25 Gemini 54 2 Aquarius 52 27 Gemini 30
Rahu 13 Taurus 20 28 Pisces 24 7 Taurus 18
Ketu 13 Scorpio 20 28 Virgo 24 7 Scorpio 18

Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)