John 'Sparky' Birrenbach, born May 17, 1961, is an American businessman and marketing consultant who is also a writer and filmmaker. He is notably recognized as a marijuana rights activist and the founder of the Institute for Hemp. In 1996, Birrenbach was the Independent Grassroots Party's nominee for US President, showcasing his commitment to political activism. His contributions to the advocacy for hemp and marijuana rights have earned him prominence in related communities.
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Meaning of the name - John
God is gracious
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John Birrenbach belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Minnesota
Occupation: writer
Awards Received: High Times magazine's 1993 Freedom Fighter of the Year
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Ephemeris for May 17, 1961
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 17, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for May 17, 2024 |
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Sun | 26 Taurus 32 | 27 Taurus 16 | 26 Cancer 46 |
Moon | 1 Cancer 53 | 21 Virgo 27 | 12 Libra 11 |
Mercury | 13 Gemini 37 | 2 Taurus 34 | 6 Cancer 33 |
Venus | 16 Aries 56 | 22 Taurus 27 | 13 Gemini 24 |
Mars | 6 Leo 8 | 13 Aries 5 | 12 Virgo 24 |
Jupiter | 6 Aquarius 53 | 28 Taurus 2 | 2 Aquarius 46 |
Saturn | 0 Aquarius 6 | 17 Pisces 52 | 26 Capricorn 51 |
Uranus | 21 Leo 50 | 23 Taurus 23 | 24 Leo 20 |
Neptune | 9 Scorpio 28 | 29 Pisces 22 | 8 Scorpio 31 |
Pluto | 5 Virgo 31 | 2 Aquarius 2 | 6 Virgo 29 |
Rahu | 2 Virgo 6 | 13 Aries 35 | 28 Leo 46 |
Ketu | 2 Pisces 6 | 13 Libra 35 | 28 Aquarius 46 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.John Birrenbach's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mercury
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars aspects Ketu
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Moon
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 17 December, 2025