Apheta, Alphela, Hyleg
Definition of Apheta:
Literally, the giver of life. A well aspected benefic that occupies an aphetic place (hylegiacal place) in a horoscope, said to have life-preserving qualities. Afflictions to the Apheta were believed by ancients to reduce vitality and endanger life. Synonymous with Hyleg, Apheta was called Almochoden or Alcohoden by ancient Arabic astrologers.
Synonyms:
Hyleg is interchangeable with Apheta.
Alphela is an alternate spelling of Apheta.
