Astrology as Religion: Theory and Practice

Astrology can be understood as religious in both its principles and practices. A standard definition of religion is used to track astrology’s theoretical, practical, and sociological components. Theoretically, astrology’s Western foundations come from Plato and his story of creation, Timaeus. In est...

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Main Author: Laishley, Lilan (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Equinox Publ. 2007
In: Journal for the study of religion, nature and culture
Year: 2007, Volume: 1, Issue: 2, Pages: 172-188
Further subjects:B nature religion
B Astrology
B axis of placement
B Cosmos
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