Friday, April 12, 2013

What is the Difference Between Exoteric and Esoteric Astrology?

The most widely used type of astrology today is EXOTERIC astrology.  This is the astrology of the human personality and the 3D world.  This can include, but is not limited to, psychological astrology, forecasting, and mundane astrology (the astrology of world conditions and events).  Some other types of exoteric astrology are medical astrology, horary astrology, and electional astrology.  Horary astrology is the art of answering a question based on the exact moment that the question was asked.  Electional astrology has nothing to do with political elections.  It signifies the astrology of finding optimal times to initiate important projects or to schedule major life events, such as marriage, surgery, putting a house on the market, etc.

On the other hand, ESOTERIC astrology is astrology from the point of view of the Soul.  It is used to shed light on Soul purpose.  It can also answer questions as to the reasons behind physical, emotional, and mental issues that need to be dealt with in the current lifetime.  I like to call this type of astrology "psycho-spiritual".

I use both exoteric and esoteric astrology in my practice.  I studied exoteric astrology for many years, but came to a point in time when I desired to know about the reasons behind the conditions into which a Soul happens to incarnate and the spiritual lessons and necessities for various psychological issues shown in the birth chart.  At that point, I began to study esoteric astrology as brought forth by the Master DK in the book, Esoteric Astrology, by Alice Bailey.

However, I still engage in exoteric astrology with regard to day-to-day issues and situations.  I often construct horary charts to answer questions and also do some electional astrology.  I also offer forecasting reports.

This blog will include posts on both exoteric and esoteric astrology.  Stay tuned!

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