Archive for October, 2009
Jupiter Astrology
Jupiter Astrology defines a planet known since prehistoric times, that is often the brightest object in the night sky. Venus, of greater magnitude, is seldom visible during a “new moon”. Galileo, looking through the newly invented telescope in 1610, observed four large moons orbiting Jupiter. This was the first discovery of motion not centered on [...]
The Planets in Astrology
Planets of our Solar System are the “Rulers” of the Zodiac (the stars in the background) and of our astrology. In astrology, the Sun and Moon are referred to as planets although they are not actually. Earth, appearing stationary to primitive man looking heavenward, was not considered a “planet”. As home to the only known [...]
Mars Astrology
Mars is named after the Roman god of war. The Greeks called it Aries and the Babylonians Nergal, also their deities of fire, war and destruction. The planet Mars, in astrology, is associated with confidence, aggression, energy, ambition and impulsiveness, and presides over the genitals. The month March is named for this god. Mars has [...]
Venus Astrology
Venus Astrology represents how we appreciate and measure our experiences and how we value life. The worship of Venus (Earth’s “sister”) has been practiced since the first, bright twinkling of man’s reason. Every culture has been mesmerized by this heavenly object’s beauty, and the numerous names given it (Diana, Aphrodite, etc.) all represent a goddess [...]
Vedic Astrology
Vedic Astrology has a long and relatively unbroken tradition, having come down to us intact and unchanged after several thousand years. The Vedic (Hindu or Indian) form of astrology is known as Jyotisha which means “The Science of Light”. Although not mentioned in the Vedas (ancient Hindu religious texts), it enjoys the prestige and acceptance [...]
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