Mark Victor Hansen is an American author known for his contributions to literature and motivational speaking. He was born on January 8, 1948, in Waukegan, Illinois, United States. Hansen is best recognized as one of the co-authors of the 'Chicken Soup for the Soul' book series, which has inspired millions worldwide. His work often focuses on themes of personal development, success, and the importance of storytelling in our lives.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 211 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - America/Chicago (6:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Mark
warrior, Mars, the god of war
Read Full Mark Name AnalysisJanuary 8, 1948 Facts
Generation Group
Mark Victor Hansen belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Waukegan
Educated At: Southern Illinois University
Occupation: writer
Awards Received: Horatio Alger Award
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 January 8, 1948
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on January 8, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for January 8, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 17 Capricorn 23 | 18 Capricorn 28 | 5 Aries 59 |
| Moon | 18 Sagittarius 57 | 26 Virgo 44 | 27 Libra 43 |
| Mercury | 20 Capricorn 34 | 10 Capricorn 39 | 9 Pisces 56 |
| Venus | 18 Aquarius 30 | 18 Capricorn 58 | 20 Taurus 39 |
| Mars | 7 Virgo 36 | 18 Capricorn 39 | 18 Leo 8 |
| Jupiter | 16 Sagittarius 42 | 20 Cancer 20 | 28 Sagittarius 14 |
| Saturn | 22 Leo 4 | 26 Pisces 34 | 16 Leo 40 |
| Uranus | 23 Gemini 13 | 27 Taurus 46 | 22 Gemini 26 |
| Neptune | 12 Libra 59 | 29 Pisces 36 | 11 Libra 46 |
| Pluto | 14 Leo 20 | 2 Aquarius 57 | 12 Leo 43 |
| Rahu | 20 Taurus 24 | 11 Pisces 45 | 16 Taurus 16 |
| Ketu | 20 Scorpio 24 | 11 Virgo 45 | 16 Scorpio 16 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Mark Victor Hansen's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Jupiter opposition Mercury
Exact: 01 January, 2026 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 01 January, 2026 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 11 January, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Sun
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 20 February, 2026 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 12 March, 2026 - Ketu conjunction Mars
Exact: 12 March, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Sun
Exact: 21 April, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Mercury
Exact: 11 May, 2026 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 11 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Jupiter
Exact: 10 June, 2026 - Mars square Mars
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Mars aspects Venus
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Jupiter trine Jupiter
Exact: 18 September, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Venus
Exact: 28 September, 2026 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 28 September, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Saturn
Exact: 18 October, 2026 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 07 November, 2026 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 17 December, 2026
