Astrology: Understanding the Birth Chart

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The Astrology Dictionary is an essential for every astrology reader by Donna Woodwell. The book is extremely interesting and contains definition of all words associated with the astro lingo. In addition, it also has helpful illustrations to further explain their point. When getting to know yourself through an astrological lens, the first step is to figure out your “big three”— your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs—which are considered the pillars of your cosmic makeup. Your Rising sign, also called the Ascendant, is calculated with your time of birth, as it is the zodiac sign that was rising on the Eastern Horizon the moment you were born. The book includes topics like the philosophy, history and techniques of olden astrology. It pays special attention to the basic concepts of astrology still prevalent and popular in today’s world, especially the concepts that are also present in Western astrology. After reading this book, you will have learned the history of astrology in an extensive manner. The authors are experienced experts of the field and they analyze in detail the signs and give a lot of relevant information about common practices like teas, tonics, crystals, affirmations, fitness styles, etc. After reading this book, you will have an advanced perception about your personality and will be able to use your talents to improve your personal and professional life. Your Rising sign’s celestial ruler also functions as the “ruler of your chart.” Its corresponding zodiac sign and astrological house will be very telling of your areas of focus in life.

You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance is a bestselling book by Chani Nicholas. The author is a well-known astrologer who has helped improve millions of people’s lives by letting them understand their birth chart. The birth chart refers to the state of the universe on the day you were born. It dictates the gifts of your personality; your talents, your hardships and your golden chances. Once you realize your true potential, you can meet it too. For those who are interested in learning more about astrology, the plethora of books and resources out there can be overwhelming — especially as astrology has greatly risen in popularity over the past few years. To find the best astrology books, I spoke to several astrologers who recommended everything from introductory guides to deep dives into transits and birth chart compatibility.If you have any planets forming an aspect (conjunct, square, opposition, sextile, or trine) with your Ascendant, they will add another layer of interpretation to your birth chart. Your Rising sign represents your first breath, coloring the way you will interact with the world around you. The book also offers a fresh perspective on astrology, divorced from its outdated preconceived notion. The book has different exercises laid for you; reflection questions, journal prompts and affirmation, all designed to steer you towards your dreams. The book also introduces the concept of the three keys: your Sun, your Moon and your ascendant and its ruler. The keys are linked to your life from your purpose to your success. Throughout centuries, astrology has been used to help us understand ourselves better. Astrologers look towards the planets and cosmos to gain key insights about a person, including their personality traits, interests, and even hardships based on their birth chart (a map of what was happening in the sky when we were born) Birth chart compatibility—also known as synastry—is the art of comparing two birth charts to understand the dynamics at play between two people, regardless of the nature of their relationship. Unlike Sun sign astrology, which compares only the position of the Sun, it takes into consideration the 10 celestial bodies and many other factors. With romantic synastry, for example, comparing two people’s Sun and Moon signs is always a must. Often, romantic couples will have a positive Sun-Moon connection, which is the ultimate “good compatibility aspect.” If one partner’s Moon and the other partner’s Sun are in the same sign, for example, that is their most positive compatibility connection.

Using astrology to predict your short-term future is similar to making plans around the weather forecast: Certain days and weeks will look great for making big moves and asserting yourself, while others are better for keeping a low profile.Made With Love: Each one-of-a-kind book is lovingly crafted in the Northeast USA. Measuring 8x8 inches, we think it’s the perfect size for display on a coffee table, desk, or anywhere else you want to show it off. Astrologers interpret this map by looking at the interplay of all your astrological elements and based on the archetypes that each of the signs represent. Each planet can offer insight into your individual character and clarity about your soul's avenues for growth and personal evolution. Hellenistic Astrology: The Study of Fate and Fortune, is a great book by Chris Brennan. Hellenistic astrology is a field of astrology that has deep roots in history. It was very common in the Mediterranean since 1 st century BCE. The modern astrology, present in the world today, is a descendent of the ancient Hellenistic Astrology. Just recently, evidence has been discovered about the Hellenistic astrology. This book is the first of its kind about Hellenistic astrology. Since the Rising sign is where the first house begins, it sets up your birth chart and the 12 houses included in it. Astrology for Wellness: Star Sign Guides for Body, Mind & Spirit Vitality, written by Monte Farber and Amy Zerner, is an outstanding book on astrology. Astrology is not only intended to bring you a realization of what your future will look like, but it is supposed to help you bring you bring closer to the best version of you; it is supposed to guide you on your path to personal development and growth. The book gives you wisdom tailored to your zodiac sign.