The Origins

Of Western astrology date back approximately 4,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia, in what is now modern-day Iraq. By the latter half of the first millennium BCE, elements of Mesopotamian astrology spread to Egypt. 

Around the third century BCE, the twelve-sign zodiac was introduced, and began appearing on the ceilings of Egyptian temples and tombs, with the oldest examples dating back to around 200 BCE. This period marked the blending of Mesopotamian and Egyptian astrological traditions, leading to the development of Hellenistic astrology.

Hellenistic astrology emerged after Alexander the Great's conquests and thrived during the Roman Empire. It was practiced in the Mediterranean from about the first century BCE to the seventh century CE. This tradition was the first to use the Ascendant and the twelve houses in horoscopes.

Astrology has evolved through many cultures and languages. The fourfold system of interpreting astrological charts—incorporating the planets, zodiac signs, aspects, and the twelve houses—originated in the Hellenistic era and remains the core of Western astrology today.

Over the past two millennia, translating astrological texts was challenging. Before the printing press, books were copied by hand, causing changes and some new concepts were introduced while some were lost.

In today's world, with popular Sun sign columns, it’s important to know that modern Western astrology largely comes from a few influential astrologers. In the early twenty-first century, they inherited fragments of the ancient astrological tradition and crafted a new system infused with their own religious, ethical, and theoretical ideas. This differs from the various astrological traditions both in technique and philosophy.

Who I am

I have been studying traditional astrology full-time for many years. My journey into this field began with a life-altering event that transformed astrology from a mere hobby into a profound passion.

While I primarily focus on traditional timing techniques in both natal and mundane astrology, I am also a certified Horary Astrologer through the School of Traditional Astrology (STA), trained in the tradition established by William Lilly in 1647. Horary astrology offers a unique connection to the cosmos, allowing us to answer questions by casting a chart for the exact time and place a question is asked and understood.

In recent years, I've developed an interest in the history of early astrology as practiced in the Muslim world, particularly through the work of the renowned 9th-century astrologer Abu Ma’shar. I am grateful to Professor Ali A. Olomi for his translations and podcasts, which have opened up Islamic perspectives on astrology to the Western world.

Although I no longer accept new clients for natal consultations, I regularly share world predictions and offer insights on Horary questions through the astrology community. My ongoing studies continue to deepen my understanding of ancient worldviews compared to modern perspectives. I explore how human behaviour is shaped by our own rules and scientific beliefs, often limited by moral standards and our perception of time. Additionally, I am intrigued by the potential connections between astrology and emerging artificial intelligence.