I accept that Western Astrology likely had some amount of appropriation from its original roots but I also know that my western European lineage was heavily influenced by the spread of greek and roman culture throughout Europe from which the original zodiac signs are based. I am interested in learning more about Celtic Astrology as that is my predominant lineage and Western Astrology is also a substantial part of my lineage. The tendency of white people to take the practices of other cultures as their own is highly problematic so, for example, I don’t suggest practicing Vedic, Arabic or other indigenous forms of Astrology if you are not of that lineage. If you are European then this is likely Hellenistic/Western Astrology or even Celtic/Druidic Astrology. I always respond that I highly recommend that you learn and use the astrology of your own lineage. I’ve had people email me asking what type of astrology I teach or whether I suggest they study Western or Vedic Astrology. Each month is associated with a different tree, making 13 Celtic zodiac signs. There is also one extra day, December 23, that is called Nameless Day. The year is broken into 13 months, each containing 28 days. This knowledge developed into Celtic Astrology.Ĭeltic Astrology uses the cycle of the moon to create the zodiac. Trees were sacred to the Druids and they noticed that the qualities of certain trees matched those of children born at certain times of the year. created around 1000 BCE and practiced by the Druids. Celtic AstrologyĬeltic Astrology flourished before the birth of Christianity and was. Mayan Astrology signs are named after different animals. The Mayan Calendar, or Tzolk’in, is comprised of 20 Day Signs and 13 Galactic Numbers, making a 260-day calendar “year”.
Mayan astrology is a variation of Mesoamerican astrology. Arab astrologers added additional points (Arabic Parts) and their own lunar astrology (lunar mansions). Arabic AstrologyĪfter the decline of the Hellenistic and Roman empires and the decline in use of Hellenistic Astrology, Arabic cultures kept the Western astrology flame alive. Chinese AstrologyĬhinese Astrology combines the indigenous astrological practice of the region with Chinese five-element theory, philosophy, medicine and some Hellenistic astrology. If you are a Sagittarius in Western astrology, you may become a Scorpio in Indian astrology). Indian or Vedic astrology uses a sidereal-based zodiac, which is currently 24 degrees different than the Tropical Zodiac (e.g. Hellenistic Astrology started in Egypt around 1-2 BC and is the basis of modern western astrology with the 12 signs and 12 houses being used. Ancient and Traditional Forms of Astrologyįirstly there are the ancient forms of astrology that developed in different parts of the world. So when deciding whether to study astrology it is smart to think about which type(s) of astrology you would like to focus on. Let your journey into the the realm of the Maya begin.The study of Astrology is a massive field and one which has evolved over time and across cultures. Handy help and explanation of Mayan calendar. Description of the attributes and influences on your character Explanation or significance of each reading Find out your Mayan Long Count and Haab sign based on date of birth Get a complete Mayan chart reading based on your birthdate Profiles are arranged by name for easy access Quick view of mayan reading for each profile Store unlimited profiles of friends, family and everyone you know Let the NightLords, DaySigns, WeekBearers, YearBearers, MayanTones and more tell all you wanted to know about yourself and friends.Įnter your date of birth and let MayanChart calculate your personal astrological reading based on the ancient knowledge of the once so ingenious civilization. "A comprehensive and rich exploration of Mayan astrology using the Mayan calendar system available on the iPhone".įollow the long lost wisdom of the Mayan people in their observation of stars and planets and read your personal astrological reading.
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