Happy Friday! This week we're taking a deep dive into the origins of western astrology. From Babylonian priests in Mesopotamia all the way to modern personal astrology readings.

Sources:

“Astrology Summary.” Britannica, https://www.britannica.com/summary/astrology. Accessed 17 May 2025.

Caruso, Catherine. “What are the ancient origins of your zodiac sign?” National Geographic, 3 July 2024, https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/history-of-horoscopes. Accessed 17 May 2025.

Karasavvas, Theodoros. “The 4,000 Year History of Horoscopes: How Astrology Has Been Shaped Throughout the Millenia.” Ancient Origins, 9 April 2017, https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-traditions/4000-year-history-horoscopes-how-astrology-has-been-shaped-throughout-021321. Accessed 17 May 2025.

Roberts, Sarah. “Babylonian Astrology: How Mesopotamian Priests Influenced Your Horoscope.” Ancient Origins, 7 Oct. 2018, https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-traditions/babylonian-astrology-0010806. Accessed 17 May 2025.

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