• Key Systems:

  • Western Astrology: Based on the tropical zodiac and the analysis of birth charts (horoscopes).
  • Vedic Astrology (Jyotish): Originating in ancient India, it uses the sidereal zodiac and emphasizes planetary influences.   
     
  • Chinese Astrology: Based on the Chinese calendar and the cycles of the 12 animal signs.

• Practices:

  • Creating and interpreting birth charts to understand an individual’s personality and life path.   
     
  • Predicting future events based on planetary alignments.   
     
  • Using astrological insights to guide decision-making in various aspects of life.   
     

• Relationship to Astronomy:

  • Historically, astrology and astronomy were intertwined.   
     
  • Today, astronomy is recognized as a scientific study of celestial objects, while astrology is considered a pseudoscience.   
     

• Cultural Significance:

  • Astrology has played a significant role in various cultures throughout history.
  • It continues to be a popular topic of interest and discussion.

It’s important to differentiate between astronomy, the scientific study of celestial bodies, and astrology, which is a belief system.