The Story of Astrology

WHAT IS ASTROLOGY?

ASTROLOGY IS LIKE ANY OTHER SUPERSTITION : IT HAS NO POWER UNLESS PEOPLE ALLOW IT TO DIRECT THEIR LIVES. - BILL MAYERS

Astrology is a method of predicting mundane events based upon the assumption that celestial bodies - particularly the planets and the stars considered in their arbitrary combinations or configurations ( called constellations ) in some way either determine or indicate changes in the sublunary world.

The study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world.

Although astrology is not fortune telling, when skilfully applied. Astrology can be an extremely effective predictive tool. On a personal level, astrology can give us insight into our personal issues, our patterns, our fears and our dreams.

Astrology is a tool can help us understand and unlock our highest potentials and that can teach us how to live in harmony with the universe.

Although, astrology is a powerful tool for healing and transformation if used mindfully.

ASTROLOGY PAST AND PRESENT

ASTROLOGY’S ROOTS LIE IN AN ANCIENT WORLD- VIEW THAT PERCIEVED THE UNIVERSE AS A SINGLE LIVING ORGANISIM, ANIMATED BY DIVINE ORDER AND INTELLIGENCE - LIZ GREENE

The practice of astrology probably began as soon as humans first started to observe astronomical cycles, with some earliest evidence dating from the 3rd millennium BCE. Through much of history and up until the 17th century, astrology was considered an academic discipline across much of Eurasia ( Composed of the continents of Europe and Asia ) Astrology oriented in Mesopotamia and spread to Indi, but it developed its Western form in Greek civilization during the Hellenistic period. The Mesopotamians not only invented astrology but also Astronomy when they began studying the Cosmos and recording the stars and planets. The science of Astronomy and Astrology were combined at the time. The word Mesopotamia means “between rivers “ in Greek. Home and civilizations of Sumer, Assyria and Babylonia, these peoples are credited with influencing mathematics and Astronomy.

Astrology entered Islamic Culture as part of the Greek Tradition and was returned to European culture through Arabic Learning during Middle Age. Astrology was also very important in Ancient China, and in Imperial times it became standard practice to have a horoscope cast for each new-born child. Through the Copernican system ( the theory that the Sun is the centre of the solar system ) shattered the geocentric world view that astrology requires, interest in astrology has continued into modern times and astrological signs are still widely believed to influence personality.

The Renaissance however also brought as new spirit of humanism towards more scientific knowledge. Although some Astronomers such as Johannes Kepler still practised astrology but more scientific version of it.

Towards end of the 19th century with increased interest in Eastern religion, philosophy and spirituality, Astrology started saw more interest. The Psychiatrist Carl Jung was powerfully drawn to Astrology and Symbolism.

Astrology is now enjoying a surge in popularity, may no longer see it as entertainment. In 1920's, newspaper s and magazines begin publishing the Sun-signed based horoscopes that we still read today. Later in the century, computers made it fast and easy to cast the chart.

ASTROLOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY

ASTROLOGY ENCOURAGES SELF KNOWLEDGE AND SELF REFLECTION, THE MORE YOU UNDERSTAND THE MORE YOU KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO DO. - CAROLE TAYLOR

Astrological Psychology - combines astrology with growth psychology, a powerful toll for self understanding and psychological/spiritual growth.

Pinpoints where we are in life, what psychological stage we are travelling through our motivations and current issues ( Astrological secondary progress reading ). An effective way of getting to the hearth of a client’s problems. Also known as Huber Astrology.

System researched by Swiss astrologers/ psychologists Bruno & Louse Huber working with Roberto Assagioli in 1968 and training many thousands of students since then.

IS ASTROLOGY VALID? IS ASTROLOGY TRUE?

SHOULD WE BELIVE IN IT OR NOT?

Astrology is an imaginative yet practical art, applicable to all aspects of life. The Symbols of the chart connect inner psychology outer circumstances. The better we know ourselves, the more harmonious and productive our lives can be.

We all need a little guidance now and then. Most of the time, life might run smoothly, but in times of crisis or uncertainty, it is useful to have a tool that allows you to see underneath of surface.

The birth chart shows both inner and outer circumstances, making the link between the two. The birth chart is your indivisual map to use.

REALITY OF THE BIRTH CHART

it’s more than just your SUN sign.

The Sun is the heart centre of a birth chart. Representing the person’s indivisual creative gifts and sense of identity.

Astrology is more complex that as shows on newspapers and magazines.

Birth Chart contains your Sun sign, moon sign, zodiac signs, planets, elements, modalities, polarities, houses, ascendant or rising sun and angles between all.

A simple study to become practitioner astrologer takes minimum 3years. To become professional astrologer takes years of study but not only astrology therewithal psychology, different spiritual practices like symbols or tarot etc.

Resources : Wikipedia , Britannica Carol Taylor - Astrology