Definitions for "Benefics"
An old term applied to the Planets Sun, Venus, and Jupiter by traditional Predictive Astrology; thought to bring "good luck".
An term originating from an 'old school of thought' in astrology which refers collectively to the Sun, Venus, and Jupiter. In traditional Predictive Astrology, these planets were thought to bring "good luck".
Jupiter (the greater fortune) and Venus (the lesser fortune). These planets are considered to benefit the native, unless afflicted. Ptolemy states that "the ancients" also included the Moon as a benefic, chiefly because of its softening and humidifying power. Compare Malefics.