Origins of Western Astrology
Western astrology originated in Mesopotamia during the 2nd millennium BC, from whence it spread to much of the world. Other systems of astrology were developed independently in China, in the Americas and elsewhere.
Chinese Zodiac System: Some Interesting Details
Premodern observers noticed that the annual patterns of the movement of the stars coincided with such events as the advent of springtime, changes in weather and the migration of birds every year. Without knowing why these phenomena occurred together, other events were said to be affected by the stars as well.
Astrological Gardening Planting by the Moon and Zodiac Signs
In medieval Europe, important political and military decisions were often made in consultation with astrologers. Today, believers in astrology use it primarily for making personal decisions, and astrology has become distinct from astronomy.
A Brief History of Astrology
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