The definitive text on Primary Directions, written by a 20th century master. Sepharial (1864-1929) was one of the leading astrologers in the early 20th century English astrological revival. Primaries were his favorite means of forecasting. Primaries, unlike simple transits or secondary directions, are not immediately obvious to the average student. So in this book, the author starts with the basic definitions. He then explains how to calculate directions in mundo, directions in the zodiac, as well as parallel directions. He suggests methods of organization and describes what effects primary directions may produce. In the process he gives an overview of the three main schools of forecasting: The Fatalists, the Casuists, and the Idealists, and gives the pros and cons of each. Sepharial then discusses the two major individuals behind primaries. These are Claudius Ptolemy, who invented the semi-arc (primary) method in the second century AD, and the 17th century Italian monk, Placidus de Titis, who devised the complex house system that enabled primaries to be calculated easily and rapidly. Sepharial next tackles directions under Poles, which were a favorite of R.C. Smith, the first of several men known as "Raphael". Then, the resolution of problems unique to Primaries: The proper method to calculate the Part of Fortune (Oblique Ascension/ Descension, rather than simple zodiacal longitudes), various unique challenges with primary directions and the moon, and the true way to calculate directions to house cusps, along with some novel shortcuts. This book, originally entitled Directional Astrology, was the revised and expanded successor to the author's earlier Prognostic Astrology. It is also superior to his better known Primary Directions Made Easy. Using this system, Sepharial made many notable forecasts, most famously that of the end of World War I and the abdication of the Kaiser. Interest in this fascinating system has increased since the mid-1990's. This is the finest book ever published on the subject, one that will repay study.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1920 Edition.

This comprehensive study explains the principles of primary directions in an accessible form, illustrating them by practical examples. The source draws on many original texts to outline the historical origins and development of the technique.

Unlock the secrets of your birth chart and learn how to use astrology to enhance your entire life, with this powerful astrology book. From Yasmin Boland, internationally renowned award-winning astrologer and Sunday Times bestselling author of Moonology Oracle Cards, Moonology, and Mercury Retrograde. This astrology book has everything you need to get started with astrology, including how to read your birth chart and use astrological insights to plan and predict your life. You’ll go on a journey through the different aspects of your birth chart, from your rising sign to your Moon sign and beyond. This book was previously published under the title Astrology (Hay House Basics series) and will teach you: Everything you need to know to understand and interpret your birth chart with a free personalized chart provided online for readers, and those of your friends, family members, lovers, potential lovers. How to interpret the revealing personal data a birth chart contains and gain invaluable insights into why you do the things you do. How to make simple predictions for yourself and others. This book is organized into three parts, built around the four pillars of astrology: the planets, the signs of the zodiac, the houses, and the aspects. Sections Include: Part I: The Basics of Astrology What is Astrology? Your Birth Chart - the Map to Your Life Understanding the Zodiac Signs Getting to Know the Planets Exploring the Zodiac Signs The Angles The Houses Part II: Going Deeper Degrees, Aspects, and Orbs Aspect and Chart Patterns Retrograde Planets The Moon's Nodes Part III: Putting It All Together An Introduction to Chart Reading Your Astrological Cookbook Love, Money, and Other Secrets in Your Chart Predictive Astrology Whether you're a complete astrology beginner or already at intermediate level but wanting a better, more solid grounding in natal astrology, Astrology Made Easy will help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you, and will give you guidance for living a more fulfilling and authentic life.

LEO.-Physical marks: Strong, broad shoulders; upright walk, cheerful expression; fearless eyes, generally of a grey tint; wavy hair.Mental qualities: Faithful, proud, fearless; ambitious, generous, artistic; opposed to cliques and secrecy; oblivious to enmity; rich in life and feeling.-from "Signatures of the Zodiac"Do you know what "Bestial Signs" are? Which Zodiac sign is prone to "strange and impulsive love affairs"? Which planet tends to rule those who are "ingenious, reserved, covetous, melancholy, unfortunate"? What the "Law of Sex" is? If not, you need to examine this classic work of traditional astrology, first published in 1898. Four concise books-"Treating of the Language of the Heavens," "The Reading of the Horoscope," "The Measure of Time," and "Hindu Astrology"-impart the basics of reading the stars to determine your destiny."Sepharial" was the pseudonym of British mystic WALTER GORN-OLD (1864-1929), one of the most prolific writers on and teachers of astrology in modern times. Among his many works are Astrology Explained, Cosmic Symbolism, Science of Foreknowledge, and The Silver Key.