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Let’s start by looking at the word "Astrology." It comes from the Latin word astrologia, which originally came from the Greek word astrología. This Greek word is made up of two parts: astron, meaning "star," and lógos, which can mean many things, such as "word," "reason," "speech," or "account."

In ancient Greek philosophy, lógos had a deep meaning. It was used to describe the divine reason or order that shapes the universe. So when we put these words together, astrología is usually translated as "the study of the stars" or "an account of the stars."

However, astrology is about more than just looking at stars. It’s a way of understanding ourselves and the world through the stars. So perhaps a better way to think about it is as a "study through the stars."

"Astrology is a science in itself and contains an illuminating body of knowledge. It taught me many things and I am greatly indebted to it. Geophysical evidence reveals the power of the stars and the planets in relation to the terrestrial. In turn, astrology reinforces this power to some extent. This is why astrology is like a life-giving elixir to mankind."

This is a question that has been debated for a long time. Some people call astrology a "divine science", while others even refer to it as the "mother of all sciences". On the other hand, many modern scientists and scholars see astrology as a pseudoscience - something that looks like science but doesn't follow scientific methods or standards. So, which is it?

Before jumping to conclusions, let’s take a step back and think about something important: why do so many ancient beliefs in astrology seem to be confirmed again and again throughout history? If astrology were simply nonsense or just a product of someone's imagination, how is it that it appears in nearly every culture around the world? All major mythologies - from Greek to Egyptian to Indian - are closely connected to astrology in some way. That can’t be just a coincidence.

To better understand this debate, we need to look at the history of science itself. Before the scientific revolution in the 17th century, all branches of knowledge - including what we now call science - were part of what was known as natural philosophy. This was the study of nature through observation, logic, and reason, and it included everything from astronomy and medicine to mathematics and, yes, astrology.

But during the scientific revolution, thinkers began to focus more on physical, measurable evidence. They developed new tools and methods to study the material world. This shift gave birth to modern science, and astrology was pushed aside in favor of astronomy, which became the "scientific" study of space and celestial objects. Astrology, which looks more at the symbolic meanings of those objects and their influence on human life, no longer fit into the new scientific mold.

In this series, we will explore the main principles and ideas found in astrology. We’ll also compare them with modern scientific views and popular opinions, so you can decide for yourself what you believe.

This is a deep and sometimes complex topic. Some people might find it dry or confusing, but for others - like me - it’s incredibly fascinating. Whether you see astrology as a science, a spiritual tool, or simply a cultural tradition, there’s a lot to learn from exploring how it has shaped human thought throughout history.