About Astrology

Most of us know a little about astrology. In my experience, many people snicker a bit when the subject of the zodiac is mentioned, but I find it interesting that 99% of the people I talk to know their own sign.

Why is astrology so often viewed with idle curiosity (or even skepticism), yet almost everyone can tell you his/her own zodiac sign?

Perhaps it's because there is merit to astrology. Perhaps there is truth in the language of the stars, and deep inside, everyone acknowledges that truth.

Astrology has been around for as long as humankind has observed the activities of the skies. To liken the movement of the planets and stars to our own human lives is a brilliant concept.

Indeed, scientists confirm that the heavens are a macrocosm to our own physical being (which would be the microcosm). In short, the universe mirrors our human-ness and vice versa.

From this perspective, knowing more about astrology seems to be a very savvy practice on our part. Learning the basics gives us an inside track on our lives as well as the lives of others.

There is no magic involved. Astrology is quite simple and straightforward; that's partly the reason why it's remained a steadfast tool to humankind to this day.

The term astrology means "knowledge of the stars." A skilled astrologer views the stars and planets as life forces that are experienced within each of us.

The sun is the king of the stars; the center of the stage and likewise, astrology dictates there is a center within each human that represents the sun. That shining part of your being that is your core, your essence. This core is identified as your sun sign and is determined by what time the sun rose upon the moment of your birth. Here, and throughout astrology we see the macrocosm mirroring the microcosm.

The term horoscope is a combination of "hour" and "instrument for viewing." It is termed thusly because through the skies we are able to gain insight (view) into our lives by determining the activities of the heavens at the hour of our birth.

The term zodiac is Greek for "animal." The ancient Greeks improved upon the art of astrology by dividing the heavens into 12 groups known as constellations. Each of these groups is named after a personification (zodiac) that correlates with the nature of each constellation.

If we return to our understanding of the universe as a larger world (macrocosm) identically reflecting humankind as a smaller world (microcosm) and vice versa, we begin to realize that knowing about astrology is more than just memorizing the zodiac sign dates, or zodiac houses.

Put in this light, we owe it to ourselves to learn more about astrology because it opens up vast new perspectives for us. It also gives us an incredibly efficient and colorful strategy for living life with profound awareness.

In this spirit of exploration and awareness, I've provided a few informative pages about astrology. I hope you enjoy them and gain as uch insight from these pages as I did creating them. Simply click on any of the links below for more information about astrology in its various forms:

	Zodiac Signs and Meanings Traditional western sun signs and meanings. From Aries to Pisces, read through these sun sign personality types and enjoy the dramatic flare each sign represents.
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	Zodiac Sign Dates: A Quick Reference If dates aren't your thing, this quick reference table can help. Shows signs occuring within their frame of time.
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	Symbolism of the Planets A helpful page to both students of astrology and cosmic-curious alike. Learning personalities of the planets assists us in learning more about cosmic influences to our "home-base" behaviors.
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	Astrological Flower Signs A favorite page among visitors, these flower signs and meanings are tender-hearted sentiments to the beautiful potential we each hold at the time of our birth (and beyond).
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	Celtic Tree Astrology Based on a lunar calendar, and aligned with a specific set of sacred trees. This form of astrology is as breezy as it is grounding.
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	Celtic Animal Signs Learn more about your Celtic animal sign. A list of zodiac signs according to the Celtic lunar year.
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	Burmese Zodiac Animal Signs Not by year and not by specific date, but by the day of the week in which you were born indicates what kind of animal corresponds to your birth energy. Discover MaHaBote and the implications it holds here.
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	Chinese Zodiac Signs Another lunar-based astrological system, Chinese zodiac signs correspond to the year you were born. Page includes annual chart to determine your sign.
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	Native American Zodiac Animals Perhaps some of the most telling of astrological signs, these zodiac meanings will keep you engaged and entertained.
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	Zodiac Gemstone Meanings Discover which gemstones work best with your astrological sign, and how to utilize these beauty to your advantage!
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	Moon Sign Calculator Free tool to find out what your moon sign is. Also includes general information on moon sign symoblism.
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	Moon Signs Personality Types Once you know your moon sign, check this page out for your lunar personality types.
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	Visit 12House.com If astrology engages you, don't miss the wealth of astrological information aggragated by Mark Husson at www.12House.com. A highly recommended site.

I hope you enjoy browsing through these Astrology Pages.

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