Guest guest Posted March 21, 2005 Report Share Posted March 21, 2005 Benefits of Astrology Most people come to have their Astrology, asking primarily 3 questions. What is my life purpose? How can I make more money? And, finally, when am I going to find the girl, or man of my dreams? Though the 'relationship' question is asked last, in truth it's probably more important! hehe. For others, in addition to having their chart's done, by others, those who are also involved in personally studying their own Astrology's, there are a number of very concrete benefits. For both categories,.... The primary benefit of Astrology is Self-Knowledge. Whether we mostly are going to Astrologers or studying ourselves; the main thing that goes on when we're exposed to Astrology, is the benefit of Self-Wisdom. The Greek Oracle at Delphi said it best when she said: "Know Thyself". All of our Western civilization, in essence has developed based on this one idea of self-knowledge. Plato too echoed this great vision of Self-Wisdom. Heck, even the Oracle lady in the movie the Matrix, told Neo to "Know Thyself"! as the first step in his quest to be the Hero! Our education system in the World today, is intrinsically based on this ancient principle of self-Knowledge. Astrology is the best system I've ever discovered at delivering this fulfillment of knowing one Self. All Philosophies, Religions, even popular self-improvement groups, all, espouse to this ideal of self-Wisdom. However, unless any of these methods of self-development, touch on the intrinsic, Astrological Nature, of each one of our live's; then, those methods will be inaccurate or off-base. In the Jyotish book, I'm writing I've devoted a few chapters to this theme. I even compare Astrology to such important religions like Christianity and Hinduism. Though it's not to say that good Astrology will 'ever' replace the importance of our religious traditions. However, unless our lives are supplemented by very keen, precise, and accurate Astrological Wisdom, then, our lives may suffer due to an intrinsic, lack of clear perception as to who we are. The truth is that each one of us has a very specific, and unique Astrological blue-print, that speaks to the exact, qualities of our lives, and exactly how important it is to live those uniquenesses. Jyotish, or Eastern Astrology, especially, has the most amazing ability to shine the 'light' of Awareness on, who we are. This is the most profound Astrological benefit of having your chart's read, and even studying your chart. Next time, you find yourself studying any of the specific aspects of your chart, remember this fact, that the very activity of self-enquiry, is itself, one of the greatest benefits of Astrology. Samuel Jackson, a famous actor said recently in one of his movies: actually it was his character in the hit movie Unbreakable, who said: "Do you know what the scariest thing is? To not know your place in this World. Not know why you're here. That's just an awful feeling. I almost gave up hope. There were so many times I questioned myself. But, finally I found you! (and here, instead of putting Bruce Willis, who represented the hero of the movie, I'll put,... Astrology! I found, you, Astrology....!) So, many sacrifices, just to find you. Now I know, I'm not a mistake, It all makes sense!" This is exactly what happens every step of the way, as we discover our natural, self-existing Astrological nature. We have the greatest chance, to discover what our human drama is really all about. The unique perspective of Jyotish, is that each person's mission in life, is completely special. It's amazing to me, that our charts, can change so dramatically, within even 5 or 10 minutes of each other. Twins, have very similar Astrology's, but all you have to do with twins, is investigate into some of the more abstract, and detailed divisional charts, to bring out those special differences, between even twins. This article is about articulating the primary Benefits of Astrology. Next time, when you are having your next reading and or, studying your chart, keep these ideas in mind, and you'll find even more powerful positive effects from 'doing' your Astrology. #1 Self-Knowledge is the key to all self-improvement in life. As we know ourselves better, we automatically, by being more in-tune with ourselves, do better. When we understand better who we are, we spontaneously, make clearer, more insightful decisions, and even choose better paths for ourselves. The old expression, "Ignorance is Bliss", is completely untrue! In truth, Wisdom is pure Bliss! Unfortunately, there's not been enough of that, to show people the way, to the true bliss and happiness in life. All Success, in fact, depends upon how in-tune we are with our own, Astrological natures. Those who are, even accidentally, or unconsciously, are, found being more successful, in life. Looking at the charts of successful, famous, or leaders in our World, today, I'm always struck by how often these people's charts have the best of the Astrological ideas, whether it's planets within their Own Signs, or Exalted, or both! As it turns out these people have very developed Charts, and are able to be successful, in spite of their lack of clarity as to exactly why. For the rest of us, 99% of the people in the World, in fact, success is very hit and miss. This is because the essential, most important characteristic of self-knowledge is not gained as we grow up in this World. We are not, educated, so far, in the realities of our Astrology. As a result, we flounder around. Our choices, our decisions, are weak, hit and miss, and it's not surprising, that we spend so much wasted efforts at pursuing our goals and dreams. We spend all our life, through experimentation trying to figure out who and what we are. By the time we've tried to figure this out, we've spent 10, 15, and even 20 years and even then, there are no guarantees, that we'll then, succeed. Imagine if we could have learned our Astrology in our earliest formative years, between say 8 and 15. Imagine if we could have been inspired, all about ourselves, first. Our lives would now, be extremely different. Therefore..... The #1 thing that's needed is Self-Knowledge. This is why gaining the insight, and clarity of our Selves, via. our Astrology is so important. With every wave of self-wisdom, every aspect of our live's improve. We're naturally more 'centered' and since we know ourselves, better, we automatically start off with a greater footing to pursue and fulfill the goals, aspirations and dreams that are our lives. #2 Astrology also has the most ingenious detailed wisdom as to how understand all the details and various, different aspects of our lives. The knowledge of the various Houses, and Dasas & Transits, all, go to such specific 'genius' really, at helping us understand not only 'who' we are, but exactly what areas of the life, we're meant to focus on. Though some may feel there is some sort of charm at trying to figure out for ourselves, what our life purpose is; however, believe, me, if I had been presented earlier, exactly, what I was meant to evolve into, I would have saved myself decades of strife. Common education, today, try's to help people discover who they are by presenting a broad 'spattering' of all the various possibilities in life. We call it a 'Liberal Arts' Education. However, it's completely hit and miss, and is extremely weak, divided in it's focus and wastes much of the teacher's time and student's. Imagine if you could first spend the first few years, discovering who you are through your Astrology. Then, you could automatically shift into the fast track of your chosen field. It's all there, in our Astrology. We just have to pick it up, and use it. Some of us are beginning to do this, and as a result, life, in our World, is going to be permanently changed!, and improved. We are the pioneers of this vast and significant knowledge. Each one of us, that does 'this' through our own Astrology's, vastly begins this process of self-renewal. As we do this, we can't help but have a powerful and lasting impression on all those who are coming after us. Our World has the greatest chance of real self-Wisdom, if we can help others learn this great knowledge and true science. end part 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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