Rein Taagepera is an Estonian political scientist and former politician, born on February 28, 1933, in Tartu. He is recognized for his contributions to the field of political science and was awarded the prestigious Johan Skytte Prize in 2008. His work often focuses on political systems and electoral behavior. Taagepera's academic influence extends beyond Estonia, earning him an international reputation in political science.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 249 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Europe/Tallinn (2:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Rein
A leather strap used to control a horse; a means of guidance or control
Read Full Rein Name AnalysisFebruary 28, 1933 Facts
Generation Group
Rein Taagepera belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Tartu
Educated At: University of Delaware | University of Toronto
Occupation: Politician | Political Scientist
Spouses: Mare Taagepera
Employers: University of California, Irvine
Awards Received: Honorary Citizen of City of Tartu | Karl Deutsch Award | Concord Award | Order of the National Coat of Arms, 2nd Class | Johan Skytte Prize in Political Science
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 28, 1933
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 28, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 28, 2025 |
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Sun | 9 Pisces 22 | 10 Pisces 4 | 9 Gemini 29 |
Moon | 25 Aries 11 | 15 Pisces 15 | 26 Leo 43 |
Mercury | 25 Pisces 31 | 25 Pisces 19 | 12 Gemini 45 |
Venus | 26 Aquarius 11 | 10 Aries 47 | 20 Gemini 2 |
Mars | 11 Virgo 22 | 17 Cancer 8 | 12 Virgo 28 |
Jupiter | 19 Virgo 10 | 12 Gemini 13 | 13 Virgo 41 |
Saturn | 11 Aquarius 2 | 20 Pisces 33 | 16 Aquarius 32 |
Uranus | 20 Aries 58 | 23 Taurus 38 | 25 Aries 53 |
Neptune | 8 Virgo 47 | 28 Pisces 52 | 7 Virgo 26 |
Pluto | 21 Cancer 28 | 2 Aquarius 52 | 21 Cancer 52 |
Rahu | 7 Pisces 48 | 28 Pisces 24 | 2 Pisces 56 |
Ketu | 7 Virgo 48 | 28 Virgo 24 | 2 Virgo 56 |
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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.Rein Taagepera's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars aspects Venus
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Saturn opposition Jupiter
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Mars aspects Venus
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Mercury
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Mercury
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 10 June, 2025 - Mars aspects Mercury
Exact: 10 June, 2025 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter trine Rahu
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Mercury
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 17 November, 2025