- Astrology is an ancient practice that originated in Mesopotamia around 2000 BCE.
- The Babylonians developed the zodiac, a celestial coordinate system divided into 12 equal parts, each representing a specific constellation.
- Ancient astrologers believed that celestial bodies, such as the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars, influenced human behaviour and events on Earth.
- In ancient Egypt, astrology played a significant role in guiding the pharaohs and determining auspicious dates for important events.
- Greek philosopher Ptolemy, in the 2nd century CE, wrote the influential work "Tetrabiblos," which established astrology as a scientific discipline.
- The Hellenistic period saw the rise of horoscopic astrology, which involves casting a horoscope or birth chart to interpret an individual's personality traits and predict their future.
- Ancient Chinese astrology, known as "Four Pillars of Destiny," developed during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE) and is based on the alignment of heavenly stems and earthly branches.
- Hindu astrology, or Vedic astrology, originated in ancient India and is deeply rooted in religious beliefs and traditions.
- The Mayans, Aztecs, and Incas had their own astrological systems, using celestial observations to determine the best times for planting, harvesting, and conducting religious ceremonies.
- Astrology was widely practiced in ancient cultures, including Persia, Arabia, and ancient Greece and Rome, and its influence continued through the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
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