Magic and divination in early Islam encompassed a wide range of practices, including belief in jinn, warding off the evil eye, the production of amulets and other magical equipment, conjuring, wonder-working, dream interpretation, predicting the weather, casting lots, astrology, and physiognomy. The ten studies here are concerned with the pre-Islamic antecedents of such practices, and with the theory of magic in healing, the nature and use of amulets and their decipherment, the arts of astrometeorology and geomancy, the refutation of astrology, and the role of the astrologer in society. Some of the studies are highly illustrated, some long out of print, some revised or composed for this volume, and one translated into English for the first time. These fundamental investigations, together with the introductory bibliographic essay, are intended as a guide to the concepts, terminology, and basic scholarly literature of an important, but often overlooked, aspect of classical Islamic culture.

Everything you need to know about self-care-especially for Scorpio! Take Time for You, Scorpio! It's me time-powered by the zodiac! Welcome star-powered strength and cosmic relief into your life with The Little Book of Self-Care for Scorpio. While Scorpio's instinct may be to focus on others, this book truly puts you first. Let the stars be your guide as you learn just how important astrology is to your self-care routine. Discover more about your sign and your ruling element, water, and then find the perfect set of self-care ideas and activities for you. From incorporating red ginseng into your self-care routine to visiting a hot spring, you will find more than one hundred ways to heal your mind, body, and active spirit. It's stellar self-care especially for you, Scorpio!

El primer titulo de la serie Cronicas de la Tierra, presenta pruebas antiquisimas de la existencia de otro planeta dentro del sistema solar: el planeta de los Anunnaki. De hecho datos recientes procedentes de naves espaciales no pilotadas asi lo confirman.

From ancient times, people had knowledge of the zodiac's intimate involvement in the creation of physical life. They understood that the twelve realms of constellations of fixed stars in the sky emanated specific forces that were brought to life and movement by the planets. These spiritual energies created and formed all living beings on earth - including, of course, the human being. This traditional awareness has been reenlivened and given new meaning in our time through Rudolf Steiner's anthroposophy. Steiner gave specific indications involving twelve individual gestures and colours that depict the forces of the twelve zodiacal regions. In this richly-illustrated collation of original artistic research - which features exciting new work on the zodiac via the mediums of sculpture, graphics and painting - these new insights are explored and illumined in twenty-seven essays and numerous full-colour images. Led by editor Gertraud Goodwin, the various contributing artists offer a rich tableau of authentic, individual approaches to understanding the zodiac, throwing light on the vast realm of creative forces around us whilst acknowledging their primary source. 'From the many relationships to other qualities, like the consonants, virtues, areas of the human body, colours, eurythmy gestures, elements (earth, water, air, fire), musical keys and many more, in which the zodiacal forces express themselves as if through different instruments, a harmony begins to emerge, which informs me of an ever rounder picture of one particular force of the Zodiac.' - Gertraud Goodwin

Have you ever been ensnared by a Scorpio? Stood up by a Sagittarius? Ghosted by a Gemini? They say that true love is written in the stars, but most of us are emotionally illiterate when comes to the grammar of the galaxy. Never Shag a Scorpio is an amorous adventure through the zodiac. Funny, smutty and embarrassingly accurate, it will teach you how to lure a Leo, turn on a Taurus and impress a Pisces' parents. Complete with full romantic profiles for each star sign, compatibility calculators and handy listicles such as A Sexy Virgo Playlist, Common Libra Lies, and What to get a Cancer for Valentine's Day, this book is your go-to guide to navigating the steamy side of astrology.

Despite a resurgence in popularity, horoscopes are generally considered to be pseudoscience today - but they were once a cutting-edge scientific tool. In this ingenious work of history, data scientist Alexander Boxer examines a treasure trove of esoteric classical sources to expose the deep imaginative framework by which - for millennia - we made sense of our fates. Astrology, he argues, was the ancient world's most ambitious applied mathematics problem, a grand data-analysis enterprise sustained by some of history's most brilliant minds, from Ptolemy to al-Kindi to Kepler. A Scheme of Heaven explores the wonderful subtleties of astrological ideas. Telling the stories of their inventors and most influential exponents, Boxer puts them through their paces using modern data sets - finding that the methods of today's scientists are often uncomfortably close to those of astrology's ancient sages.

This is the first-ever mainstream guide to working with the astrological cycles of the Universe. It will allow you to plan ahead and achieve more success in your projects, by taking risks at certain times and avoiding them at others, and also enable you to live more fully and joyfully, flowing with the natural rhythms of life. Accessible to complete beginners as well as offering more complex insights to those who already practise astrology, Planetology is packed full of hands-on projects to help readers work with Mercury, Venus, Mars and the sun and moon, each project with three levels of increasingly complex tasks that are designed to draw readers up to mastery level. At the book's core is Annie Botticelli's ASTRO system, which enables readers to align with each planet's motion through: Awareness (projects to work with each planet); Strategy (how to plan ahead for each cycle); Techniques (exercises that range from tapping to mineral soaks and detoxes to mantras); Remedies (such as crystals and homeopathy, all tuned into the planet under discussion); and Openness to unexpected, perhaps unwanted outcomes brought to you by Divine plan. These techniques, such as prayer and meditation, allow you to be receptive to the great universal flow that supersedes any one planetary cycle.

Everything you need to know about self-care-especially for Virgo! Take Time for You, Virgo! It's me time-powered by the zodiac! Welcome star-powered strength and cosmic relief into your life with The Little Book of Self-Care for Virgo. While Virgo may be on a quest to achieve perfection, this book truly puts you first. Let the stars be your guide as you learn just how important astrology is to your self-care routine. Discover more about your sign and your ruling element, earth, and then find the perfect set of self-care ideas and activities for you. From relaxing at a spa day to writing in a dream journal, you will find more than one hundred ways to heal your mind, body, and active spirit. It's stellar self-care especially for you, Virgo!

- SPECIFICATIONS: A 500-piece puzzle, printed in full color on high-quality stock. - PUZZLE DIMENSIONS: This puzzle measures approximately 16 x 20 inches when finished. - FULLY ILLUSTRATED PACKAGE: This puzzle, deluxe box, and book feature original illustrations of 12 zodiac animals (Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig). - BOOK INCLUDED: Learn more about the characteristics of each Chinese zodiac animal in the enclosed 32-page paperback book (5 x 6 inches), featuring full-color artwork throughout. - UNIQUE GIFT: Perfect for Lunar New Year and birthdays, people of all ages and abilities will love this gift set as they celebrate new beginnings.

This collection of studies by Edward Kennedy looks first at questions of spherical astronomy, celestial mapping and planetary models, and then deals with astrological calculations. Throughout the author emphasises the importance of advances in mathematics for understanding the development of medieval Arabic sciences. This collection of studies based on previously unexploited manuscript sources in Arabic and Persian. They were written by authors from the 9th through the 15th centuries, whose locations reached from south China in the east through Central Asia, the Middle and Near East, and North Africa, to Spain in the west. The topics are predominately astronomical rather than astrological. The former include eclipse predictions, problems in spherical astronomy, non-ptolemaic planetary theory, and the achievements of Ulugh Beg and his observatory. Astrological subjects treated are the method of calculating the ascendant, and how to determine astrological houses and lots. An astrological history of the career of Genghis Khan is also described.

Since 1905, Llewellyn's Moon Sign Book has provided detailed times and dates to help gardeners, farmers, and people from all walks of life achieve success. Use this essential life-planning tool to choose the best dates for almost anything: asking for a promotion, fishing, business deals, planting, romance, traveling, breaking a habit, medical treatments, getting married, selling your home, harvesting, starting a new job, and more. The moon's dynamic energy is a gardener's best friend this guide includes lunar timing tips on planting and harvesting and a guide to companion plants. In addition to new and full moon forecasts for the year, you'll find insightful articles on the moon's role in feng shui, restorative yoga for the full moon, guidance for understanding your natal moon, monthly lore/myths, and more

Why is five associated with life? How come come circles are so sixy? What has eleven got to do with the mile? This little book delves into the secret qualities of quantities and is essential reading for philosophers, mathemagicians and wizards of all ages. With a detailed page-by-page examination of the numbers from 0 to 12 it also examines Gnomons, Cosmic Numbers, Magic Squares and the numerology of Games. With extensive appendices, this is a timeless gem for people of all professions and ages. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

Everything you need to know about self-care-especially for Pisces! Take Time for You, Pisces! It's me time-powered by the zodiac! Welcome star-powered strength and cosmic relief into your life with The Little Book of Self-Care for Pisces. While Pisces may value community, this book truly puts you first. Let the stars be your guide as you learn just how important astrology is to your self-care routine. Discover more about your sign and your ruling element, water, and then find the perfect set of self-care ideas and activities for you. From savoring a home-cooked meal to creating a personal altar, you will find more than one hundred ways to heal your mind, body, and active spirit. It's stellar self-care especially for you, Pisces!

"The future's not ours to see, what will be, will be" says a popular song of yesteryear. Not so for the astrologer who views the celestial bodies and studies their influences on human affairs, in order to control the calamities of life. As R.W. Emerson wrote: "Astrology is astronomy brought to earth and applied to the affairs of men." Mastered long ago in Vedic times, astrology helps in predicting future events and catastrophes. 'Secret of Astrology' is based on Hindu astrology. Dealing with the most important aspects of human life -- marriage, children, profession, finance, love and personality -- it is an interesting guide to mitigating misfortunes in one's life, and predicting accurately incidents and events shaping the lives of human beings. It will help you work out predictions and character readings for your fiends and yourself. With this book, you will gain insight into the aspects of your personality and can take appropriate measures to ensure a happy and prosperous life.

This is a unique celebration of the moon and her magical influence over the earth. How to understand and channel the moon's powers, as she moves through her phases and cycles. It includes spells and charms, talismans and offerings to invite the moon into everyday life, in the home and garden, at work and in personal relationships. It includes fascinating insights into lunar astrological signs and their subtle influence on our lives, together with advice on lunar gardening and information on moon totems, moon flowers, and crystals. It offers mysterious and radiant illustrations throughout, as well as step-by-step photographs clearly showing how to perform moon rituals and projects. The magical powers of the moon have been recognized by human society from prehistoric times. For millenia she has featured in mythologies across the world, portrayed as bewitching, mysterious and magnetic. She has been associated with goddesses, witches, angels, spells and charms, and as a planet she is crucial to the astrologer's chart. This insightful book explores the effect of lunar cycles on the natural world, as well as the moon's relationship with other magical practices, such as numerology and tarot. You can discover how to harness lunar powers with step-by-step instructions on how to plan sowing and harvesting, create and administer moon medicine, make a moon tree or lunar altar, dedicate a moon talisman and cast a bright moon circle. With over 120 beautiful and inspiring images this book reflects the beneficial influence of this celestial body.

Your cosmic DNA is written in the skies - and when you explore the celestial threads that weave together your unique tapestry, you discover a map to your greatest potential in this lifetime. Written by popular astrologer and depth psychologist Jennifer Freed, PhD, Use Your Planets Wisely is an innovative and transformative guide to personal evolution through astrology. Bridging the archetypal nature of the birth chart with an understanding of psychological growth, Freed helps us see the many parts of ourselves with new clarity - both the parts we love and the parts we try to hide - and then work with each part as we come into greater alignment with our most joyful and impactful lives. Use Your Planets Wisely is written with the complete beginner in mind, though even experienced readers will find value as Freed expertly demystifies elements of astrology that are often either overlooked or overly complicated. First, an insightful integration of astrology and psychology helps us identify the primitive, adaptive, and evolving expressions of the star signs within our charts. Then, through reflection questions and activities, we learn to celebrate the places we already shine and grow into our potential to thrive and serve where we've been stuck. This book is your invitation to embark on a journey to greater connection, joy, and purpose with the archetypal guidance of the stars.

Recognised as the most accurate and reliable ephemeris and aspectarian, this book is published annually since 1819. It is a major publication of the year for practising astrologers - both amateur and professional. There will be guaranteed sales to a dedicated and growing readership. Raphael's has a world-wide reputation for accuracy, and includes a comprehensive aspectarian. It is the right tool for calculating accurate astrological charts. As interest in astrology continues to grow, so too have the sales of this accurate working tool. Every astrologer preparing accurate birth charts needs the information in this book. It is widely recognised in its classic livery and for its proven record of reliability and accuracy. "Raphael's Ephemeris" should be displayed in every astrology outlet, general bookshop and mind, body, spirit outlet for maximum sales. It contains daily longitudes of all the planets, tables of houses for London, Liverpool and New York, plus a complete lunar and planetary aspectarian.

The idea that a person's destiny is shaped by impulses from astronomical bodies millions of miles away has fascinated mankind for thousands of years. Astrological signs are the celestial guides that illuminate our fate, reveal the secrets of who we really are, and warn of challenges to be faced. Divided into 12 volumes by star sign, the compact guides in the Zodiac series provide easy-to-use advice that will help you determine your sun sign and those of your friends and family. There is also extensive background on the mystical and mythological associations of each sign, and the gender and quality of each. Each volume provides a clear description and detailed analysis of all the key characteristics of the star sign, including the influence of the sun and the planets, and its bearing on childhood, appearance, health, career, relationships and parenting style. Find out why the strong, athletic Leo may not be a suitable match for the moody, capricious Capricorn; become familiar with the health and career prospects of the passionate, exciting and energetic Scorpio; understand the joys and pitfalls of loving the warm and restless Pisces.

From the author of Moon Spells comes a beginner's book about the moon's energy and how you can harness that lunar power in your everyday life. From new moons and eclipses to blue moons and the super moon, there are ample opportunities for the moon to influence our emotions and thoughts. Many believe our emotional potency is heightened during a super moon, while a new moon can bring change and new perspectives. Knowing when and how to use that power is key. In Moon Magic, you'll learn how the lunar phases influence our emotions and well-being differently and how to harness that power for healing, emotional strength, and physical and mental wellness. Third-generation intuitive Diane Ahlquist helps guide those new to the power of the moon through lunar recipes and simple exercises, such as intention setting and moon meditation to help you capitalize on the moon's inherent power and channel the moon's energy whenever you need it most.

Discover how to uncover patterns and receive messages from the universe with this intuitive divination tool created by a professional astrologer with over 30 years of experience. Tap into astrology's powerful archetypes and the influential relationships between celestial bodies as they move through the sky with this boldly illustrated oracle deck, whether you know your natal chart like the back of your hand or you simply like to check your horoscope. Filled with cards for planets and other celestial bodies, as well as zodiac signs and cards that describe planetary placements and relationships between them, this deck delivers messages from the universe with each draw, deepening your knowledge of astrological terminology. Learn the challenges and gifts of each card and ultimately choose an action, because no matter what your chart or the cards say - the power is truly within you.

This annual publication gives the longitudes of all planets for each day and their latitudes and declinations for every other day. This most accurate and comprehensive Ephemeris published is a necessary aid to casting horoscopes.'