Ishmael Reed is a prominent American writer born in 1938. He is best known for his work titled 'Mumbo Jumbo', which showcases his unique literary style and contribution to American literature. Reed's writings often address themes of cultural identity and social issues, reflecting his experiences and perspectives as an African American. His influential works encompass various genres, including novels, essays, and plays, contributing to his reputation as a significant voice in contemporary literature.
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Your next birthday is 261 days away.
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Time Zone - America/New_York (5:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Ishmael
God will hear, God has heard
Read Full Ishmael Name AnalysisFebruary 22, 1938 Facts
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Ishmael Reed belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Chattanooga
Educated At: University at Buffalo
Occupation: science fiction writer | novelist | journalist | lyricist | songwriter | playwright | poet | writer
Spouses: Carla Blank
Employers: California College of the Arts | University of California, Berkeley
Awards Received: Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences | MacArthur Fellows Program | Guggenheim Fellowship | American Book Awards
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for February 22, 1938
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 22, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for February 22, 2026 |
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| Sun | 3 Pisces 25 | 4 Pisces 5 | 29 Taurus 58 |
| Moon | 9 Sagittarius 2 | 10 Taurus 16 | 20 Aquarius 30 |
| Mercury | 22 Aquarius 23 | 21 Pisces 31 | 4 Taurus 40 |
| Venus | 7 Pisces 56 | 15 Pisces 22 | 26 Gemini 26 |
| Mars | 17 Aries 10 | 23 Aquarius 47 | 19 Gemini 3 |
| Jupiter | 14 Aquarius 57 | 15 Cancer 32 | 0 Pisces 42 |
| Saturn | 3 Aries 52 | 0 Aries 53 | 14 Aries 18 |
| Uranus | 10 Taurus 16 | 27 Taurus 37 | 14 Taurus 41 |
| Neptune | 20 Virgo 13 | 0 Aries 49 | 18 Virgo 22 |
| Pluto | 28 Cancer 17 | 4 Aquarius 21 | 28 Cancer 11 |
| Rahu | 1 Sagittarius 25 | 9 Pisces 22 | 26 Scorpio 45 |
| Ketu | 1 Gemini 25 | 9 Virgo 22 | 26 Taurus 45 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Ishmael Reed's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 10 February, 2026 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 20 February, 2026 - Saturn sextile Ketu
Exact: 02 March, 2026 - Rahu conjunction Venus
Exact: 02 March, 2026 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 12 March, 2026 - Saturn conjunction Saturn
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 01 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 21 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Rahu conjunction Sun
Exact: 31 May, 2026 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Jupiter trine Rahu
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 20 July, 2026 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 09 August, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Jupiter
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Jupiter trine Mars
Exact: 18 September, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Mercury
Exact: 18 October, 2026 - Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 07 November, 2026 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 07 December, 2026 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 07 December, 2026
