ASTROLOGY (noun) - the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world.
Historical Types of Astrology
Traditions which were once widely used but have either partly or fully fallen into disuse:
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_astrological_traditions,_types,_and_systems)
Types of Astrology
By Denise on July 10, 2014
Did you know that there are different types of astrology? You probably already know which is your zodiac sign, something between Aries and Pisces, but do you know that this zodiac belongs to the western astrology? The second most known astrology type is the Chinese zodiac with its animals.
Astrology is a group of systems and beliefs that changed in time and varies widely amongst civilizations. The common element in most astrology systems is represented by the celestial positions that are often taken into account and interpreted. The origins to the astrological beliefs are set in Babylonia around the second millennium BC.
Let’s discover the other types of astrology and then follow the articles that describe the signs for each zodiac.
Western Astrology is the form of divination we that uses the twelve zodiac signs that correspond to the position of the sun in zodiac at different times of the year. It is used to make birth charts and various types of horoscopes.
Sidereal Astrology is a term used to define the astrology of the year. This system is also based on the twelve zodiac signs but uses the position of the vernal equinox.
Natal Astrology relates to the use of natal charts that are astrological maps of the stars at the moment of one’s birth and that are said to suggest the traits and path in life.
Electional Astrology is a branch of astrology that uses the positions of stars at certain times to determine the auspicious periods for certain events to take place. It is also used to answer questions and make predictions over the future.
Horary Astrology represents a method of divination in which the astrologer uses the astral disposition to give suggestions to the answer of a question that was asked at the time of the reading.
Judicial Astrology is another branch that uses the planetary dispositions to forecast future events.
Medical Astrology is based on an ancient medical system that associates parts of the body, diseases and certain weaknesses with the twelve astrological signs.
Chinese Astrology is based on the knowledge from the Han Dynasty and is in strong relation to the three harmonies: heaven, earth and water. It features 10 Celestial stems and 12 earthly brances plus a lunisolar calendar.
Indian Astrology represents the Hindu system of astronomy and astrology and is also known as the Vedic Astrology. It consists of three main branches: Siddhanta, Sahita and Hora.
Arab and Persian Astrology is a mixture of muslim beliefs and scientific observations and dates back from the medieval Arabs.
Celtic Astrology is based on the idea that each personality can be define through the properties of a tree. It is also known as the astrology of the druids.
Egyptian astrology is based mainly on the position of the Sun and less on that of planets because early Egyptians were also more interested in fixed stars. There are twelve zodiac signs that each cover two very different periods of time.
What are the different types of astrology?
Hello Truth Seeker,
Namaste & Greetings from the island of Trinidad and Tobago. Thank you for your question on Quora. I will be delighted to contribute my opinion. Being on this worldwide forum “Quora” it is my desire to help you - the seeker, it is my Aparigraha. I practice Jyotish - Vedic Astrology, my answer is based on this astrology type: Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) has many branches and each are dealt with separately and in a unique way:
Natal chart (Jataka) - this personal astrology to do with human affairs, this includes analysis of natal chart, prediction from birth - day by day to the age of 120 or more. This is used for a life long reading.
Varshaphala - Annual Solar Return, predicting events in one’s life during a particular birth year. This is used for a one year reading.
Electional astrology (Muhurtha) - finding an auspicious timing for an undertaking.
Financial astrology - Business and financial astrology, stock and trading
Female astrology - a unique way of assisting women in their lifestyle, health, from puberty to menopause and beyond.
Horary / Transit astrology (Gochara) - answering a question towards it’s outcome.
Relocational astrology (similar to Astrocartography) - which longitude / latitude will be auspicious to fulfill one’s destiny.
Medical astrology - analysis of disease to help medical professionals in a broad spectrum way to bring about cure, healing and rehabilitation.
Meteorological astrology - to do with agriculture, weather, earthquakes, drought, famine, disease, natural disasters and such issues the humanity faces.
Mundane - to do with predictions of cities, countries and head of state, parliament etc. and issues that affect the masses of a nation.
Psychological astrology - dealing with mental and beyond issue of human affairs.
Marriage Compatibility Reporting (Guna Milan) - Marriage may be made in heaven but marital bliss is in Guna Milan/astrological compatibility reporting.
Para Astrology - astrology, psychology and para-psychology specially made for the spiritualist on the path of Moksha.
Trust the above inspires you, … enjoy the quest… explore, educate, experience and enlighten.
Vivek E. Paras
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