Astrology

Astrology is the study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world. Often conflated with astronomy, astrology is considered a pseudoscience in the modern scientific community. The term originates from the Greek word astrologia, which derives from astron ("star") and logia ("study of"). In Hebrew, astrology is known as אסטרולוגיה (astrologia). Other relevant translations include Astrologie in German, astrologie in French, and astrología in Spanish. Historically, astrology has played a significant role in various cultures, influencing fields such as agriculture, medicine, and religious practices. It encompasses various systems, techniques, and beliefs, with Western astrology being one of the most well-known traditions. This system is based on the zodiac, a belt-shaped region in the sky that extends approximately 8° north or south (as measured in celestial latitude) of the ecliptic, the apparent path of the Sun across the celestial sphere over the course of the year. The zodiac is divided into twelve signs, each corresponding to a specific period of the year and associated with particular characteristics and traits.