Astrology
/əˈstrɒl.ədʒi/noun
The study of celestial bodies' positions and movements in relation to human affairs.
Did you know?Astrology's roots intertwine with ancient magic, where celestial alignments were believed to directly influence earthly events, linking the heavens to human destiny.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἀστρολογία
“Discourse or reasoning about the stars.”
1st Century BC
Latin
astrologia
“The study of the stars, understood as a predictive science.”
Middle Ages
Old French
astrologie
“The art of interpreting the influence of celestial bodies on human affairs.”
14th Century
Middle English
astrologie
“The practice of forecasting events based on celestial movements.”
Modern English
English
astrology
“A belief system proposing that celestial bodies influence human behavior and events.”