Joris van Casteren is a Dutch writer, poet, and journalist born in Rotterdam on January 5, 1976. He studied journalism and philosophy before becoming a respected editor and reporter for various publications. His notable works include investigative pieces and literary non-fiction, with books addressing complex human experiences. In 2010, he faced controversy for his autobiographical writing, and in 2018 he became coordinator for a foundation dealing with lonely funerals. His recent works explore themes of solitude and real-life events, reflecting his diverse contributions to Dutch literature and journalism.
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Your next birthday is 344 days away.
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Meaning of the name - Joris
God's mercy, Lord's grace
Read Full Joris Name AnalysisJanuary 5, 1976 Facts
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Joris van Casteren belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Rotterdam
Educated At: Utrecht School for Journalism | University of Amsterdam
Occupation: journalist | writer
Employers: De Groene Amsterdammer | NRC Handelsblad | Vrij Nederland
Awards Received: Dick Scherpenzeel Prize 1999 | Gouden Pennetje 2004 | AKO Literatuurprijs nomination 2009 | Bob den Uyl Prize nomination
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for January 5, 1976
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 5, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for January 5, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 14 Capricorn 29 | 15 Capricorn 37 | 4 Pisces 13 |
| Moon | 2 Pisces 49 | 28 Pisces 47 | 21 Sagittarius 11 |
| Mercury | 3 Aquarius 35 | 26 Sagittarius 10 | 8 Aquarius 54 |
| Venus | 5 Sagittarius 3 | 2 Pisces 42 | 4 Aquarius 56 |
| Mars | 16 Gemini 16 | 0 Leo 17 | 20 Gemini 49 |
| Jupiter | 15 Aries 46 | 12 Gemini 44 | 23 Aries 3 |
| Saturn | 1 Leo 6 | 14 Pisces 50 | 27 Cancer 24 |
| Uranus | 6 Scorpio 35 | 23 Taurus 32 | 7 Scorpio 7 |
| Neptune | 12 Sagittarius 40 | 27 Pisces 22 | 13 Sagittarius 50 |
| Pluto | 11 Libra 41 | 1 Aquarius 12 | 11 Libra 15 |
| Rahu | 19 Scorpio 0 | 1 Aries 14 | 16 Scorpio 25 |
| Ketu | 19 Taurus 0 | 1 Libra 14 | 16 Taurus 25 |
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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.Joris van Casteren's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Saturn sextile Ketu
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mars
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Sun
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Jupiter trine Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Mars square Mercury
Exact: 28 September, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 17 December, 2025
