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In Western Astrology, astrological signs are the twelve 30aº sectors of the ecliptic, starting at the vernal equinox (one of the intersections of the ecliptic with the celestial equator), also known as the First Point of Aries. The order of the astrological signs are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.
The concept of the zodiac originated in Babylonian astrology, and was later influenced by Hellenistic culture. According to astrology, celestial phenomena relate to human activity on the principle of "as above, so below", so that the signs are held to represent characteristic modes of expression, or specific qualities of experience, through which planets manifest their dimension of experience.
The twelve sector division of the ecliptic constitutes astrology`s primary frame of reference when considering the positions of celestial bodies, from a geocentric point of view, so that we may find, for instance, the Sun in 23aº Aries (23aº longitude), the Moon in 7aº Scorpio (217aº longitude), or Jupiter in 29aº Pisces (359aº longitude).
Beyond the celestial bodies, other astrological points that are dependent on geographical location and time (namely, the Ascendant, the Midheaven, the Vertex and the chambers cusps) are also referenced within this ecliptic coordinate system. Various approaches to measuring and dividing the sky are currently used by differing systems of astrology, although the tradition of the Zodiac`s names and symbols remain consistent.
In Western and Asian astrology, the emphasis is on space, and the movement of the Sun, Moon and planets in the sky through each of the zodiac signs. In Chinese astrology, by contrast, the emphasis is on time, with the zodiac operating on cycles of years, months, and hours of the day.
In an endeavour to enlighten the readers about the concept of "The Signs and The Karmic Law", an attempt has been made through this book, encompassing characteristics of Signs, Time period of Signs, house rulerships, compatible and Least compatible signs, Mythology of Signs, Health Concerns, Planets, Their Rulerships, Their detriment Signs, Karmic Law etc., as a part of general information, subject to the provisions of Vedic Laws.
The study of this book is expected to achieve a better understanding among the readers.ISBN 1479117196 / 9781479117192
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