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Bruce Scofield

★ July 21, 1948 · New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
Birth data: AA — Absolutely Accurate
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Moon Sign
Capricorn
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Sun Sign
Cancer
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Ascendant
Leo
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Nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Mercury / Moon / Mercury · Jul 2026 – Sep 2026
IT IndustryOccult FieldsEntertain/MusicWritersAstrologerScience Field-BiologyHumanities+Social SciencesTeacher

Bruce Scofield's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Bruce Scofield has a Capricorn Moon sign, Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra and a Leo Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Cancer.

Bruce Scofield Birth Details

Date of birthJuly 21, 1948
Birth time8:00 AM
Birth placeNew Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
Birth data rating
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What is Bruce Scofield's Moon sign?

Bruce Scofield's Moon sign is Capricorn in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Bruce Scofield's Nakshatra?

Bruce Scofield's Moon Nakshatra is Uttara Ashadha, with the Moon in Capricorn.

What is Bruce Scofield's Ascendant?

Bruce Scofield's Ascendant (Lagna) is Leo in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Bruce Scofield's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Bruce Scofield's Sun sign is Cancer. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Bruce Scofield's birth date and birth time?

Bruce Scofield was born on July 21, 1948 at 8:00 AM in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. The birth data is rated AA (Absolutely Accurate).

Biography

Who is Bruce Scofield?

American astrologer, lecturer and author. Bruce has written seven books and numerous articles on astrology, several scientific papers and also text for astrological software. He studied geology and history at Rutgers (BA 1974), social science at Montclair University (MA 1980) and geoscience at the University of Massachusetts (Ph.D. 2010). In 2001 he began to teach astrology at Kepler College and geoscience and evolution at the University of Massachusetts where he worked with evolutionist Lynn Margulis. He has been closely involved with the NCGR education program from its inception in 1979, serving as Education Director 1998-2002 and NCGR-PAA president since 2012. His first astrology book, "The Timing Of Events: Electional Astrology," was written in 1980 and published by Astrolabe four years later. In early 1989 Bruce produced the first psychological delineations for the 20 day-signs in Mesoamerican astrology in his book “Day-Signs: Native American Astrology From Ancient Mexico” self-published in 1991 by One Reed Publications. His book “The Circuitry of the Self” describing a developmental model structured by planetary cycles was published in 2000. He dropped out of college in 1967 to play music and explore consciousness but returned in 1972. From 1966 to 1989, Bruce played in NJ-based rock and roll bands including The Ruins, Golgotha, and the Pseudo-Realists. A self-produced solo album (Old Seeds Bootleg) was recorded in 1974. Until an accident in 2008, Bruce was a serious hiker and peak-bagger who wrote seven guide/travel books on hiking and skiing in the mountains and natural areas of the Northeast. Bruce was the first born with two younger sisters. He married Joanne in 1976 with whom he has a son Michael born in 1987. They divorced in 1993. He partnered and collaborated with Valerie between 1993-2005 and remarried in 2013 to Nancy.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Bruce Scofield's birth chart?

3 FOUND

Bruce Scofield's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas and 1 challenging combination, including Rajju Yoga, Vasumitra Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Bruce Scofield running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Bruce Scofield is currently in the Mercury mahadasha, running from Jul 11, 2026 to Sep 23, 2026.

PREVIOUSApr 20, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Mercury / Moon / Saturn
NOWJul 11, 2026 - Sep 23, 2026
Mercury / Moon / Mercury
NEXTSep 23, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026
Mercury / Moon / Ketu
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What do Bruce Scofield's numerology numbers say?

Bruce Scofield's core numbers are Life Path 5, Destiny 7, Soul Urge 6, Personality 1, Kabbalah Number 5, Birth 3.

∞Life Path
5

Chaldean Life Path 5 is Mercury-driven—change, movement, and adaptability. It indicates growth through travel, variety, communication, and flexibility.

◎Destiny
7

Chaldean Destiny 7 indicates specialization, research, and spiritual intelligence. It supports analytics, strategy, deep study, and mastery through solitude.

❖Soul Urge
6

Chaldean Soul 6 desires love, belonging, and responsibility. It seeks harmony at home and fulfillment through care and service.

◇Personality
1

Chaldean Personality 1 appears confident, direct, and independent. Others often see leadership energy and strong personal will.

∞Kabbalah Number
5

Kabbalah Number 5 reflects an inner spiritual code of change and freedom. It supports adaptability, exploration, and growth through experience.

✦Birth
3

Unlock Birth Number 3 in Vedic astrology: explore personality traits, strengths, challenges, career potential, love compatibility, and life guidance via numerology.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1968
Misc.
Mystical Experience April 1968 (Profound experience)
1974
Health
Job related injury 1974 (Lumbar disk damage (from sustained heavy lifting) requiring surgery in December 1976.)
1984
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1984 (First book published)
1989
Family
Change residence March 1989 (Moved from Dover, NJ to Amherst, MA)
2008
Health
Accident (Non-fatal) February 2008 (Serious spinal damage (fall on ice), requiring cervical surgery.)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this profile's Vedic astrology, birth chart, and numerology, answered by astrologers on DKSCORE.

What does Bruce Scofield's birth chart reveal about his spiritual calling and life purpose?

Bruce Scofield's chart shows a Cancer sun with a Capricorn moon and Leo ascendant, indicating a soul drawn to deeper mysteries and transformation. His life path number 5 emphasizes adaptability and freedom-seeking, while his documented mystical experience in 1968 reflects an inherent pull toward occult and spiritual fields. This combination suggests his life purpose centers on bridging the material and spiritual worlds through teaching, research, and sharing esoteric knowledge with others.

How does Bruce Scofield's astrological chart influence his approach to love and marriage?

Bruce Scofield carries Cancer sun energy, which seeks emotional depth and security in partnerships, yet his Capricorn moon introduces caution and pragmatism in matters of the heart. The combination of these signs can create tension between emotional need and emotional restraint. His chart indicates multiple marriages, reflecting the Cancer-Capricorn polarity's challenge in sustaining long-term romantic bonds without clear emotional alignment and commitment strategies.

Which ascendant sign shapes how Bruce Scofield presents himself to the world?

Bruce Scofield has a Leo ascendant, which gives him a commanding, confident, and charismatic outer presence. Leo rising makes him naturally drawn to public speaking, performance, and positions of leadership or authority. This ascending sign amplifies his ability to captivate audiences and establish himself as a respected figure in his chosen fields, whether in teaching, entertainment, or occult research and writing.

What does Bruce Scofield's Cancer zodiac sign tell us about his core personality traits?

As a Cancer, Bruce Scofield embodies emotional sensitivity, introspection, and a protective nature toward those he cares about. Cancer natives are naturally drawn to understanding the hidden layers of human experience and possess strong intuitive abilities. This sign's connection to memory, history, and the past aligns with his work as a researcher and writer, while his Cancer sun drives his interest in psychology, spirituality, and the mysteries of human consciousness.

When and where was Bruce Scofield born?

Bruce Scofield was born on July 21, 1948, in New Brunswick, United States. This birth date places him in the Cancer zodiac period, a water sign associated with emotional depth and intuitive insight. His birthplace in New Brunswick roots him in American soil, while his astrological placements suggest a lifelong journey of exploration across multiple disciplines including science, spirituality, and the humanities.

What insights does Bruce Scofield's Capricorn Janma Rashi provide about his inner emotional nature?

Bruce Scofield's Vedic moon sign is Capricorn, indicating a disciplined, practical, and goal-oriented inner emotional landscape. Capricorn rashi natives possess strong organizational abilities and a methodical approach to life challenges. This moon sign grounds his Cancer sun's emotional sensitivity with earthy realism, making him an effective researcher, teacher, and writer who can systematize complex occult and spiritual knowledge into accessible frameworks for others.

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