Home > News > The History and Influence of Arabic Astrology

The History and Influence of Arabic Astrology

Date:2024-12-02 Autor:starspeople Views:92

Arabic astrology has a long history and profound influence. The following is a specific exploration of its history and influence:

1、 The History of Arabic Astrology
Arabic astrology is divided into “South Arab astrology” and “North Arab astrology”, with the former also known as “Saba astrology” or “Yemeni astrology”, which developed relatively early; The latter, also known as “Babylonian astrology” or “Iraqi astrology”, developed relatively late. The history of Arabic astrology can be traced back to the 8th century, when Arabs developed a thirst for knowledge and realized that Byzantines, Persians, and Hindus all had knowledge they did not have. They invited foreigners with relevant knowledge to do translation in Islamic territories, especially in Baghdad. They also sent envoys to other countries to obtain a large number of books, established private and government institutions domestically, and translated foreign books into Arabic. In this way, Arabs obtained many books related to astrology and astronomy.

During the Arab Age of Astrology Enlightenment (650-775 AD), many important astrological masters and works emerged. For example, the Persian Nawbakht was one of the earliest important astrologers in Arabic literature. He was the court astrologer of Caliph al Mans ū r and led a group of astrologers and astronomers to participate in elections. His assistant M ā sh ā’all ā h later became a famous astrologer. In addition, Indian astrologers also visited the Baghdad Palace and brought Indian astronomy and astrology books, which had an impact on Arabic astrology.

2、 The influence of Arabic astrology
Promoting the development of astronomy and astrology:
Arabic astrology has promoted research in astronomy and astrology during its development. Arab astronomers and astrologers conducted in-depth research on the position, motion, and impact of celestial bodies on human destiny, laying the foundation for the development of astronomy and astrology in the future.
The impact on European astrology:
Arabic astrology later spread back to Europe and contributed to the continuation of European astrology. Many concepts and methods in Arabic astrology have been accepted and developed by European astrologers, becoming an important part of European astrology.
The influence on Indian astrology:
Arabic astrology also had an impact on Indian astrology. Indian astrology and European astrology share the same origin, but have developed different systems. Indian astrology is unparalleled in terms of divination, generally not using the Three Kings, but adding two more ominous stars, Luo Sui and Ji Du. In addition, Indian astrology also adopted Arabic dots influenced by Arabic astrology.
Cultural exchange and integration:
Arabic astrology is the result of the exchange and integration of Arab culture with other cultures. In the development of Arab astrology, Arabs absorbed cultural elements such as Egypt, Persia, India, ancient Christianity, Chaldea, Eastern mysticism, Greece, and ancient alchemy, and melted them into their own unique Arab cultural characteristics. This cultural exchange and integration not only enriches the connotation of Arabic astrology, but also promotes understanding and communication between different cultures.
However, it should be pointed out that despite the widespread influence of Arabic astrology in history, modern science remains skeptical of many of its principles and methods. The prediction results in astrology are often subjective and uncertain, lacking scientific basis. Therefore, when dealing with Arabic astrology, we should maintain a rational and objective attitude, and not overly rely on or blindly believe in its predictive results.

In summary, Arabic astrology has a long history and extensive influence. It promoted the development of astronomy and astrology, had a significant impact on European astrology and Indian astrology, and facilitated communication and integration between different cultures. However, we should also approach its prediction results and scientific validity rationally.