Astrology: A Theological Science

By: Ezequiel Gonzalez

zek@ix.netcom.com
Forewarning:
Almost 2,000 years ago Paul warned the Galatians that God can't be mocked, "for whatsoever a man
oweth, that shall he also reap." This is one of the most important and universal natural laws. Occultist call
it Karma, scientists the law of cause and effect, and in our daily lives the saying goes that whosoever
soweth winds reaps a whirlwind.
Even thou for a while some people seem not to receive the rightful consequences of their acts, the final
reality is that sooner or later, if not in this life then inevitably in the next, each and every one will reap
what he has sowed. There are some who sow only good deeds and (probably for their lack of
understanding regarding natural cosmic law) seems to receive only evil in return. Others surround
themselves with riches obtained either illegally or inmoral, and may come to think that they have escaped
human and even divine justice. But one day they will depart, alone and naked, to the spiritual world and
then they will reap whatever they had sow.
The self knowledge -- and the social, spiritual and cosmic understanding one gets through the study of
Astrology gives the individual a great advantage upon others. The materialistic tendency is to use this
advantage to get what we want with no regard for God or neighbor. Lucre, vanity, lust, and sensuality ask
us to act egocentrically. When this temptation comes we should remember the advice Solomon gave us at
the end of his Ecclesiastes: "... the conclusion of the whole matter [is this]: Fear God, and keep his
commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with
every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil."
As a professional astrologer I offer you my knowledge, understanding and experience. As a moral man I
ask you to use it in resonance with God, cosmos, society and neighbor. If you do otherwise, I am in no way
responsible for the evil you may bring upon others, neither for the negative consequences that may come
upon you in this live or in the one to come.
The Twofold Manifestation of God:
God manifest himself in various ways. One manner to analyze these manifestations is classifying them as
"personal" and "impersonal." In His personal expression the Godhead manifest himself as the Trine God
described in Christian Theology. His Self Identity and eternal purpose are clearly seen throughout Bible
history. For more information on this I'll advice you to study Biblical Theology, which contrary to popular
believe, has remained basically the same since the days of Paul. As an astrologer, nevertheless, my
emphasis will focus on the impersonal manifestation of the Godhead -- his role as "vital cosmic energy."
In this role God is the primary active force that originates everything else: matter and energy, physical or
spiritual. As this primary force the Godhead acts according to some very basic laws that we can study and
learn. In its microcosmic [atomic and subatomic level] manifestation, this active force forms cyclical
geometric [mathematical] configurations that, as they interact among themselves, originate the
fundamental particles of matter. In the macrocosmic [outer space, intergalactic] level this same active
force form similar geometric configurations that act as orgonotical [see endnote 1] centers around which
asteroids, planets, stars, galaxies and other intergalactic phenomena are found. In between these micro
and macro manifestations of the primary active force we, the living, find ourselves. Our organisms are in
continuous interaction with the physical world, a byproduct of the microcosmic manifestation of the
primary active force, and the cosmic world, a byproduct of the macrocosmic manifestation of the same
force.
Thus, the development of our personal identity is influenced by both, the physical environment that
surrounds us, and the cosmic system we belong to. This personal identity arises and develops in
continuous interaction with the impersonal manifestation of the Godhead; that doesn't means, however,

that we could deny His Personal Self Conscious Identity. Along with the development of our own
"personal conscious identity" our awarness of the existence of a "Personal, Self-Conscious Cosmic
Intelligence" most grow also. After all, if we, the result of the interaction among various manifestations of
the Cosmic life energy, are "Self-Conscious, Intelligent Beings," then that same energy in its own infinite
and eternal manifestation should at least be the same.
God, we may conclude, is an infinite and eternal entity that manifest himself in personal and impersonal
ways. In his personal manifestation He is the Trine God Christianity announces. In his impersonal
manifestation God is the Primary Active Force that begets and sustains the entire universe. Both
manifestations of the GodHead are legitimate, completely compatible among themselves and worthwhile
of study and research.
There is, however, a difference we must take into account. In his impersonal manifestation God is an
Active Force we may study using appropriate scientific methods. The knowledge thus obtained, however,
is not necessarily perfect since it is a human interpretation that may be partially or even totally wrong. By
the contrary, in his Personal Manifestation, "God has revealed himself to mankind": First through specific
interventions in history; latter cohabiting with us for some 33 years [Jesus was God manifested in human
form]; and presently through the "Holy Spirit" that Jesus himself sent to be with us "till the end of times."
Thus, the "Spiritual" truths that God in his own personal manifestation has given us [notwithstanding the
minor distortions that even from the beginning our human nature has introduced into them] constitutes a
much more solid and sure foundation upon which to edify our lives. The cosmic laws and spiritual
principles that we learn through the study of Astrology and other fields of cosmic/hollistic research should
be subordinated to the clearcut spiritual laws and principles that God through his historic revelation in
Christ Jesus has given us.
All these fields of research, notwithstanding, have the Primary Cosmic Energy; that is, God himself as
their subject of study. We should approach them with utmost respect and reverence. Otherwise I don't
think that neither God, nor the zillions of Self-Conscious Intelligent beings that populate the Cosmos will
appreciate our treatment of the Creator, Ruler and Sustainer of them all.
Scope and Limitations of Astrology:
To make a living as an astrologer is not easy. Probably because of this some practitioners try to attract
clients by giving them the impression that Astrology is a magical science that through supernatural means
can tell the individual everything regarding his past, present and future. In reaction to this, some people
go to the other extreme of denying and ridiculizing Astrology altogether.
Neither one, nor the other. Astrology works, but not by magic. In contrast with Christianity, astrological
dictums do not arise out of personal divine revelation but through the rational study of the Cosmic Cycles.
These truths, therefore, are in continual revision. Astrologers all over the world are investing millions of
dollars in computers, calculation and statistical analyses software, telescopes and many other tools they
use to verify and refine the theoretical and practical concepts inherited from over 4,000 years of
astrological tradition.
Each day that goes by the science of Astrology becomes more exact and specific. The certitude of an
astrological analyses, however, faces a limitation we must always take into account. One of the basic
axioms of Astrology, parallel to a basic Biblical truth, is that the stars incline but do not oblige. Each and
every human being has free will. At any given moment he has the capacity to choose one way or another,
even thou his choice may go against all social, cosmic or even divine will. In such cases the astrological
interpretation would be wrong in the sense that it would be unable to correctly predict the course of action
a given person might take.
Thus, if behavioral forecasting were the only function of Astrology, we could conclude that its utility
would be limited to statistical analyses. But that's not so. Hand in hand with the principle of free will there
is also the basic Biblical principle of the Heavenly Kingdom we are called to obey. This celestial kingdom
exerts its authority upon us through the cosmic cycles. From the very beginning [Genesis 1:14-19] God

has clearly indicated that he expects us to study the cosmic cycles and organize our personal and social
lives in harmony with them.
Some of these cycles are fairly obvious. Others are more subtle, and a collective effort is require to
discover and understand them. Some are meant to rule a broad area of our lives; others rule more detailed
and specific areas. All, however, are important and the Biblical mandate is for us to study them all and
organize our lives in harmony with all of them. God, nevertheless, has given us free will to choose if we
shall obey Him or not. In this, as in everything else, we may choose not to obey Him; but them we'll have
to face the consequences. If we choose to live in resonance with the cosmic cycles, the primary cosmic
life-force will be with us; empowering us to reach the goals and develop the life style God has established
for each one of us. But if we choose to antagonize or ignore these cosmic cycles, them the cosmic life
energy would not be with us; leaving us powerless to fulfill our individual and/or collective agenda in this
Earth. The end result would be that no matter how much we may do or obtain we will never feel truly
realized.
Even though we may store great riches here on Earth, if we don't fulfil our spiritual agenda when we
return to the spiritual world we'll be poorer. Considering that this physical stage is but a moment in our
eternal existence, we should use it primarily to advance our eternal purposes. Even if it causes us
temporary discomfort. The Natal Chart gives us a clue to what we came to do here on Earth, what are the
skills and abilities at our disposal, and the cosmic and spiritual forces that may act upon us during this
short, yet critical sojourn on the physical world.
The Natal Chart [see Endnote 3], therefore, is not necessarily a picture of the individual as he is, but of
the cosmic forces and drives that will operate or influence him throughout his life. Knowing the
characteristics of these cosmic drives and the way the individual has reacted to them in the past, is
possible to make a fairly complete picture of the "Personal Identity" the individual has developed up to
now and how this Identity may develop in the future. Knowing his present identity, having a general idea
of how this identity is developing, and knowing the cyclical cosmic drives he will face in the future, an
experienced astrologer is in a position to prepare a fairly accurate forecast for the individual. This forecast
would be based on the premise that the individual continues in his present path of development. Whether
it be a "positive" or "negative" forecast would depend on the attitude of resonance or dissonance the
individual presently has with regard to the Cosmic Life Energy.
Thus, Astrology helps us to see in advance the path we have before us, and the possible consequences of
our actions; but it does not determine whether we'll be "good" or "bad", successful or unsuccessful. This
path, furthermore, is in terms of inner development, not necessarily outer accomplishments or vocational
selections. Astrology, therefore, do not deny or limit human free will. On the contrary, it empower us to
exercise this free will by giving us a complete picture of our own inner identity and the external forces
that will influence us. It is then up to each and every one of us to walk up that ladder of inner development
and outer accomplishments. As the song goes: "Caminante no hay camino/ se hace camino al andar."
[Traveler, there is no ready made path / the path we make it as we go].
Daily Use of Astrology:
God, as we have already said, manifest Himself to us in personal and impersonal ways. Both
manifestations are legitimate and needed for the complete development of our individual and collective
identities. Christian Theology tell us what we need to know in order to live in harmony with the Personal
Manifestation of the Godhead; Astrology and other cosmic sciences describe what we need to do in order
to live in harmony with the impersonal manifestation of the Godhead. Provided that we subordinate the
theorems of Astrology to the Revealed truths of Christianity, Astrology is and will remains a useful, life
enriching scientific and spiritual discipline.
This study of Astrology, however, goes far beyond the mere reading of the "horoscopes" columns so
popular in newspapers, magazines, radio and 900 lines. These "Sun-sign readings" are useful as working
tools for an astrologer to use in his statistical research; but should not be use to tell us what we should do
with our individual lives -- neither when nor where we should do it. Each human being is unique. Thus,
the "Horoscope" reading that may be "good" for one may result "bad" for another -- even if they "belong"
to the same Sun-sign.

As a matter of fact, these Sun-sign readings given in the daily Horoscope columns have the effect of
denying one of the basic axioms of Astrology. According to this axiom each and every human being has a
unique combination of cosmic sensitive points -- a unique and personal way of connecting himself to the
cosmic cycles. To be able, therefore, to counsel anyone, we should first determine the client's unique
combination of cosmic sensitive points.
This is done first by erecting the Natal Chart; that is, a map diagraming the positions of the main
significators of Cosmic Cycles (Sun, Moon and Planets) at the most significant moment in the life of the
client. This moment usually is the moment of birth: when the newborn draws his first breath; but may be
replace later in life by the moment of the spiritual rebirth, if any, of the individual. [The spiritual rebirth is
the moment when the individual through a conscious act of his own free will, chooses to become a part of
the cosmic totality giving priority to Cosmic Divine will over his own personal wishes and desires: In
religious terms this is the New Birth fundamentalist preach about.] By erecting this Natal Chart you'll
have a picture of the cosmic sensitive points in your psyche that came to be there as a natural process,
either through birth or rebirth.
To these, however, you need add the cosmic sensitive points that came to be there as a result of the positive
and negative experiences, the client has had throughout his life. For example, if at a given time in life the
individual went through a traumatic event, usually this experience would leave a scar, or sensitive point in
his psyche, and this should be reflected as a sensitive point in his natal chart. The only way to know for
sure about these sensitive points is by reviewing the native's past, and comparing it with the cyclical
development foreshadowed in his natal chart to determine if there are any sensitive points not
foreshadowed in the chart. Another good way to do this is by analyzing the clients handwriting: This gives
a picture of what the individual is now: The natal chart gives a picture of what the individual is meant to
be. By comparing these two, the astrologer should be able to see if the individual has developed naturally
or if external experiences and traumas have altered his natal cosmic patterns.
Once the astrologer has precisely determined the clients cosmic sensitive points and their relative
strength, then and only then should he attempt to counsel the client. Usually, clients seek the help of an
astrologer when they:
(1) As part of their inner development seek to understand themselves better or,
(2) they are facing a difficult situation and need advice on how to proceed.
In the first case the job of the astrologer is relatively easy: The client is usually a well balanced person who
simply want to learn more about himself. In this case is just a matter of casting the natal chart, add any
additional cosmic sensitive points that may be derived from the client's past traumatic experiences, and
interpret them in a rational and comprehensive way.
The second case, however, requires the biggest effort and utmost care by the astrologer. Usually when a
person is going through a period of crisis his own rational mind is not functioning properly. The
individual thus suffers from an acute attack of "lack of common sense". Even more, in those cases the
individual tends to become so much aware of his own needs, wants and desires, that he forgets the simple
fact that he is a member of a society and a cosmic system with rules and natural laws that should be
followed.
Thus, in this case the client expects from the astrologer not advice, but direct and specific instructions on
what to do to impose his will upon others and get his personal desires and wishes satisfied. Furthermore,
the client feels overcome by external demands and want the astrologer to comfort him not with the truth,
but with soft words like "You are good and your position is correct," "They are bad to you," "You have the
right to defend yourself," "do this and that and everything will be just fine," etc.
In reality, however what the client needs is not ready made answers and or instructions on how to satisfy
his own trivial wishes or desires, but sound advice on how to retake rational control of his life, and
encouragement to reorganize his priorities, goals and desires in harmony primarily with the Cosmic Life

System [the GodHead in both his personal and impersonal manifestations] and then, if possible, with the
society where he lives.
Many counselors, pastors, psychologists, psychics and even astrologers, fail to do this. They err either by
being too lenient with the client in order to get his money or approval [some people get into counseling in
order to satisfy a psychological need to feel themselves superior to others or accepted by them]; or by
being too preachy, trying to impose a sex-negating/ego-denying morality upon others.
For example, if a married woman, mother of six healthy kids, is momentarily attracted to a 17 years old
and feels like leaving her husband to run away with her new "love"; the astrologer should not justify her
conduct by means of astrological planetary interpretations. Neither should he condemn her to hell as a
perverted whore, but should seek to bring her to analyze her situation and see how much she is bound to
lost and how much she may hurt others, especially those [her kids] she loves the most.
Thus, the astrologer is indeed bound to promote a moral code of conduct and to foment socially acceptable
and divine sanctioned behavior; but he should not do so by "morally" condemning such and such acts, but
by fomenting rational, responsible behavior in his clients. Is not, then, the astrologer's duty to condemn
bisexuals, homosexuals, gay or lesbians for what they do in their private lives. But is indeed his duty to
condemn adultery, promiscuity, child abuse and similar attitudes where the individual takes advantage of
others, lies to them, forces then to do things against their will or simply puts his own personal wants and
desires above the collective good and even the cosmic laws.
An astrologer in its purest sense should be a representative of the Cosmic Order and his main duty should
be to advice his fellow men on how to live in harmony and resonance with that Cosmic Order. To do
otherwise is to fail in his job.
In order for the efforts of the astrologer to bare fruit, the client himself must be willing to restructure his
life in harmony with God and Cosmos. This won't happened unless the individual learns the fundamental
hollistic / theological principles of Astrology and develops the needed cosmic sensitivity to interact
effectively with the cosmic cycles: past, present and future.
The basic astrological knowledge can be obtain through the many publications about this subject now in
print, including paperbacks, reference texts, scholarly works, magazines, correspondence courses and
virtual publications like the one you are now reading.
All these sources of astrological knowledge are good and useful provided that you study them with an
open mind and an alert heart. That is; don't reject a priori any idea, concept, teaching or method; but
neither fall in love with any of them or use it as an object of worship. The best thing, I would say, is to
worship nothing at all -- God will be more than happy if we just acknowledge his existence and
sovereignty living in harmony with his natural laws; but if you feel the psychological need to worship
something or someone, then by all means worship Christ. He is the Human manifestation of the Godhead,
who also paid a huge price to stop the otherwise unavoidable destruction of mankind a long time ago. If
anyone, then, is going to be "worship" or crown as "God"; Jesus is the only one who deserves and have
earned that honor.
When you read any book, or take any astrological course, just remember that Astrology is an experimental
science undergoing continuous revision and development. No one could claim to be absolutely correct in
all he says. All we have are ideas and these ideas must stand or fall on their own logic and merit. To claim
any kind of "Transcendental Astrological Authority," whether it comes from "God," "Tradition," the
"Ancient Masters," or any other source is an attempt to manipulate the reader instead of convincing him
with sound, rational arguments. Be aware of anyone who does such thing.
Furthermore, each and every individual as he studies and comprehends astrological truths should develop
his own system of astrological analyses based on his own cosmic sensitivity. The system that may be
effective for one person, may not be so effective for another person with a higher or lower level of cosmic
sensitivity.

The cosmic sensitivity level is in part a personal characteristic product of the combination of traits
inherited from the parents, cosmic influence, and social conditioning. To a large extent, however, is
possible to develop this cosmic sensitivity through simple mental exercises.
The Secret of the Inner Light:
The secret of the Inner Light is probably the best and most effective of these mental exercises. Yet, in
order to practice it safely, you should approach it with the right mental attitude. A full description of this
exercise, along with the needed Worldview, is presented in the writing entitled: The Secret of the Inner
Light. A complete and updated collection of all my writing in Astrology and Theology is availabe on 3.5.
Write for details.
Also: Besides writing articles like this for free, I also do natal chart readings for a living. My work carries
a very simple guarrantee: email me your birth data [name, place, time, and date of birth]. I will cast and
interpret your chart in detail and email you a written report from 3000 to 7000 words in lenght. If you like
the report then pay me (check or money order in US dollars) whatever amount you think my service is
worth. If you don't like, you owe me nothing. If you choose to pay, send your check or money order to:
Astrology: A Theological Science Part II
Your Own Daily Cosmic Forecast:
Another good practice is to review the daily positions of the Cosmic Significators (Sun, Moon and
Planets) comparing their present positions with those they occupied at the moment used to erect the
Cosmic Chart [horoscope]. Our entire planetary system, as everything else in the Cosmos, is in a perpetual
state of flux. The positions of the Sun, Moon and Planets, reflect that continual state of flux. Thus by
studying their daily positions we can follow the daily flux of our cosmic system, attuning our minds and
cosmic sensitivities to the reality of the cosmos.
It is a lot easier to tune in, for example, to the energy emanating from the cosmic cycle related to Mars
when you already know where Mars is. Furthermore, these cosmic cycles interact among themselves and
also interact with our own personal cosmic sensitive points buried deep within our psyche. The net effect
of these interactions will depend on many factors and may differ widely from the normal effect of each
cosmic cycle when acting by itself. But, by studying in advance the flux of these cycles we can see when
and how they are going to interact among themselves and from our previous reactions to similar cycles we
may foresee what their future impact would be.
This don't need to be a detailed step by step analyses. The idea here is not to do "Sun-sign type daily
readings" but to develop a feeling for how we react to cosmic influence so that with just a quick glance at
the daily planetary positions we may see what is the present cosmic mood, and how it may affect us.
To review the daily positions of the Cosmic Significators (Sun, Moon and Planets) you'll need an
Ephemeris [the Rosicrucian Fellowship sells a very good one. Also, the American Federation of
Astrologers sells the Rosicrucian Ephemeris plus a few others, all of them good] and a good telescope. The
Ephemeris helps you to see where the Cosmic Significators are in your natal chart while the telescope
helps you to see where they are in the actual sky. Both things are essential to develop your own sensitivity
to their influence.
As part of this daily astrological sensitivity training I recommend you to built a Personal Astrological
Observatory where you can go to contemplate the heavens. Since the primary cosmic cycles that influence
us are within our own Cosmic System, a low priced telescope should be enough. But to it you should add
others things that would help you to comprehend the cosmic phenomena [equinoxes, solstices, phases of
the Moon, high and low tides, eclipses, etc., etc.] taking place in our Cosmic System, and how they affect
our environmental reality and psychological development.

As you become familiar with all these phenomena and with the various cosmic cycles manifested in the
paths of the planets, you'll find yourself able to perceive the state of the heavens at any given time and
date.
Knowing then the Cosmic Forecast for the day, we'll be much more prepared to tune in to the cosmic
forces and organize our daily schedule, attitudes and priorities in such a way as to maximize our use of
that cosmic potential. Again, this need not to be a detailed "well thought out plan"; but simply a quick
glance; just as you check the whether forecast to see if it is going to snow, hail or rain, if it is going to be
warm or cold.
This understanding of the present state of the Cosmic Continuum in combination with the previously
describe exercise of the Inner Light offers the best way to develop your psychic sensitivity. Arm yourself
with your Cosmic Chart, Ephemeris, and telescope. Start by meditating on your Cosmic Chart to get a
feeling for your own cosmic sensitivity; then study the present positions of the planets [using the
Ephemeris and a telescope] to determine the general cosmic state and its influence upon you. Finally,
practice the exercise of the Inner Light focusing your mind in seeking harmony and resonance with the
Cosmos.
Our minds, after all, function in cycles; both in their daily workings and long term development, in their
emotions as well as their ideologies. Each and every one of us has a personal ideology [WorldView], which
is not static but grows, changes, and evolves in a cyclical manner. By identifying our inner emotional and
intellectual drives with specific cosmic cycles we energized our inner development making sure that it will
not become stagnant but will continue to grow, change and evolve in resonance with our Cosmic
Continuum. This in turn guarantees us a rich, functional and exciting, but yet stable, emotional and
intellectual life.
This, as a matter of fact, should be the primary function of Astrology: to regulate our intellectual and
emotional lives in resonance with the Cosmos, which in turn is none other that God Himself manifested in
an impersonal form.
Obviously, to be able to use Astrology this way you need a better understanding of this subject than the one
given in the daily Sun-sign Horoscope Columns. Several good sources of astrological training and
understanding follows. Please note that in order to obtain useful understanding from these sources you
need to approach them with a critical attitude. Don't come to Astrology seeking Masters, Gurus, or
Spiritual Guides. Here we are all students -- the cosmos is our textbook and common sense our guide. As
Paul once said: "Analyze it all, but retain only what's good."
Having warned you, the following are good sources of astrological understanding:
Uranus Publishing Co. Inc.
401 Pond Lane, Dept AA1193
Sequim, WA 98382
Master Course in Basic Astrology written and published by Ove. H. Sehested; copyrighted 1982 with
many subsequent revisions and updates. This is probably the best correspondence course in Astrology.
Sehested is a great writer and teacher. I strongly recommend this course to new and even experienced
astrologers who want to master the fundamentals of Astrology. Sehested also offers a solid catalog of
Astrology books with over 1,000 titles.
AstroResearch
1500 Massachusetts Avenue NW #764
Washington, DC 20005
A good solid, traditional, defensible, Astrology calculation software package written and published by the
enigmatic Syrman. This is an integrated top of the line software package that occupies over 10 megabytes
of disk space. So you can imagine how much material it should contain.
American Astrology

475 Park Avenue South

New York, NY 10016
A "must have" magazine for anyone interested in Astrology. Good, solid articles at the forefront of
astrological thought.
American Federation of Astrologers
6535 South Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85283
The Oldest astrological organization in the United States. AFA offers a good catalog of books, cassettes,
software and other Astrology related items. Also, there is the Annual Convention plus many other benefits
for its members.
The Rosicrucian Fellowship
P.O. Box 713
Oceanside, CA 92040-0713
Religious style Astrology organization. Offers a free correspondence course in Astrology [but you have to
buy them the textbooks: about a $50 investment]. In spite of its religious style this organization have many
good ideas and concepts to offer. Their Ephemeris [a book listing the daily positions of the Sun, Moon and
Planets] is a "must have" for any astrologer or Astrology student.
Astrolabe
Box 40 Dept. A
Brewster, MA 02631
Top of the line Astrology software by Robert Hand, considered by many today's foremost astrologer. Also
includes Hand's books like HOROSCOPES SYMBOLS -- classic works no astrologer should be without.
On Line Publications an or Disk Based Books
Just like the one you are now reading.
Astro-Psycho-Analysis:
An essential step in learning Astrology is an in depth analysis of one's own Cosmic Chart. There are two
basic types of Cosmic Chart Analyses: those made by computers and those hand made by astrologers. In
terms of quality and usefulness the analysis done by an astrologer is infinitely better than a computer
generated report.
Not now, not never would a computer be able to analyze a Cosmic Chart with the wisdom, insight and
relevance to the clients present reality that an astrologer can put into his readings. Therefore, if you are
looking for a professional, in depth astrological analyses I would advice you to seek a professional
astrologer. Current prices for such a service varies from about a hundred to about 300 dollars for a written
report usually taking from 10 to 30 single space typewritten pages. As of now [January, 1994] for example,
American Astrology's Personal Services Department charges $120.00 for a Birth Chart Analysis [and ask
for at least 100 days for completion of this analysis "for it is a detailed, time-consuming work."]
These prices are for an in depth written report done personally by a professional astrologer. A second
alternative is the face to face reading where you visit your personal astrologer's office, give him your birth
data and ask for his advice in whatever you wish him to help you. The astrologer then erects your Cosmic
Chart and use it to answer your questions. For such a reading prices varies from as little as 10 dollars to
several hundred dollars depending on the fame, reputation, and social consciousness of the astrologer [and
of course, the client social standing and ability to pay.]
To get the most of these face to face readings it is advisable first to get a good understanding of what
Astrology is all about, and a good written interpretation of the Cosmic Chart. This way no astrologer

would be able to bluff you with superficial readings for you would know when he is bluffing and when he
is not. Furthermore, since you'll understand the technical terms of Astrology as well as its scope and
limitations, he'll be able to counsel you in much more clear and specific terms.
A third alternative, good as an introduction to Astrology, is the previously mentioned Computer Generated
Report. Such a report don't interpret the chart based on the clients present reality or life's history; it only
puts together a series of previously written paragraphs for a limited combination of factors in the Cosmic
Chart. For example, there is a paragraph for the Sun in Aries; all those with the Sun in Aries will have
this same paragraph in their report. There is another paragraph for the Sun in Pisces, another for the
Moon in Leo; another for Jupiter in Cancer, etc. etc., till all the predetermined combinations of planets,
signs and houses are covered.
For this kind of report the computer operator (usually and hopefully an astrologer) enters the client's birth
data into a computer program which first calculates the Cosmic Chart and then puts together the
paragraphs corresponding to the planet, sign, houses, combinations found in the Chart. Such a report is
not an in depth astrological analysis, but since it is automatically generated by a computer, its price is
much lower: from as little as 10 to as much as 70 dollars per report.
Notwithstanding its limitations, this kind of computer generated report serves as a good, somewhat
personalized introduction to Astrology; and could even become a good source of inner understanding
provided that it don't be the only source, neither it be used as the primary factor upon which to make
fundamental decisions. When needing help in making such decisions I'll advice you to seek the help of a
Professional Counselor; be him/her an astrologer, minister, social worker or psychologist... (although
sometimes an elder, mature, responsible and wise friend does a better job).
Beware and Bewise:
Beware, however, that each and every adult and mentally healthy person is personally responsible for her
own decisions and for the consequences therein. To make a wise choice is our responsibility to seek
orientation and counseling from those who know more than us about the matter at hand. This function of
providing the client with reliable information is the primary duty of the professional counselor no matter
what his political, philosophical or religious orientation. Is then up to the client himself to analyze the
information and or advice he has been given, sift it through the screen of his own personal priorities and
ethical values; discard what he then considers unethical, unwise or simply not convenient, and use and or
apply what he finally considers good, convenient, wise and ethical.
The counselor who knowingly gives bad advice is by all means guilty if not legally at least morally for his
wrong action; but this by no means exculpate the client for his own guilt in following bad advice, neither
does it protects him from the negative consequences that sooner or latter may come upon him. Therefore,
inform yourself, seek and use the services of professional responsible counselors, keep an open mind, don't
discard a priori any idea, but remember that you will be the primary beneficiary or victim or your own
actions. Act, then, with wisdom, prudence and understanding. God Bless You.

Glossary and Endnotes:

Endnote 1 Orgonotical:
Derived from or having to do with orgone energy.
Webster New World Dictionary defines orgone as follows:
orgone: [term coined by Wilhelm Reich (1897-1957), Austrian psychiatrist in the United States, probably
derived from ORGONE + ONE AS IN OZONE] a postulated energy permeating the universe and
allegedly restorable to a person suffering from various emotional and physical ills by his sitting in a small
special cabinet (orgone box) in which this energy was supposed to accumulate.

To this we may add that the ideas of Wilhelm Reich have not died. The scientist who embraced his ideas
have continued to develop them. Several years ago they established the American College of Orgonomy in
the East Coast -- right now new research facilities are underway in the West Coast. For more information
about orgone energy and its effects on human organisms and societies you may write to: The American
College of Orgonomy P.O.Box 490 Princeton, NJ 08542
Endnote 2: Genesis 1:14-19:
And God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heaven, to divide the day from the night; and let
them be for signs, and for seasons, and for days, and years: and let them be for lights in the firmament of
the heaven to give light upon the Earth: and it was so. And God made two great lights; the greater light to
rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night: he made the stars also. And God set them in the
firmament of the heaven to give light upon the Earth, and to rule over the day and over the night, and to
divide the light from the darkness: and God saw that it was good. And the evening and the morning were
the fourth day.
Endnote 3 Natal Chart:
The terms Natal Chart, Horoscope, Astral Chart, Cosmic Chart, Carta Astral, Carta Natal, etc., all refer to
the same thing: A map of the Cosmic System we live in (commonly known as the "solar" system) as
perceived at a relevant moment in the life of the client. In the past (Middle Ages) this map was drawn as a
square divided in twelve sectors corresponding to the twelve astrological houses. Today the common
practice is to draw this map in a circular fashion. Both representations and many others are valid. Is just a
matter of choosing the one that more clearly represents the information in a visual form.
The Cosmic Chart includes the Sun, Moon and planets in their correct angular positions as perceived at a
given moment in the life of the native [The moment of birth, signifying the beginning point, is normally
chosen as the most significant moment in the life of the client]. This Chart is divided in twelve houses (or
sectors as they are called in NeoAstrology) corresponding to the beginning, middle and end of the four
major divisions of the daily cycle (sunrise --> noon --> sunset --> midnight). The morning, for example
would be divided in: beginning of morning, middle of morning, and end of morning. The chart is also
divided in another twelve sectors corresponding to the beginning, middle and end of the four major
divisions of the yearly cycle. The distance between the Sun and the Earth is not constant. Newton's law of
gravitation establishes that this distance, along with the velocity and acceleration, would vary in a cyclical
manner. This yearly cycle can be divided in four major phases, each one having a beginning, middle and
end: thus giving us twelve relevant subdivisions of the chart, commonly known as the Signs of the Zodiac.
The human mind psychically perceives these variations and interprets them in psychological terms. Thus
the extend to which these cycles would influence a given person is directly related to his/her psychic
sensitivity and attitude toward the cosmic continuum. However, since this influence is always present it
will influence all of us to some extend. Furthermore, collective human entities [cultural or national
identities] are strongly influence by cosmic cycles. These entities are made up of thousands and probably
millions of individuals extending over large geographical areas. The ties that bound these individuals
together as one single entity are psychological and psychic in nature-- the stronger the collective entity is,
the stronger the Psychic ties among its members should be. Thus, strong nationalities are based upon
strong psychic bonds among its members. The same psychic sensitivity, however, that generate these
psychic bonds also gives the Collective Entity strong Cosmic Bonds. Thus, by promoting strong, healthy,
natural nationalism [the identification of the individuals with the land they live in] we are fomenting the
heavenly kingdom as well.
Unfortunately, human beings and human societies are unwilling to live in harmony with the cosmic
cycles. Thus, instead of acting in resonance with these cycles, we tend to act in dissonance with them.
This, needles to say, only bring pain and agony to human existence -- the cosmic influence is always
present: by fighting it we are only swimming against the tide.
For those of us who refuse to live in harmony with the cosmos the Cosmic Chart becomes a divinatory
sign whereby we may learn something about the "alien" forces that may limit, hurt, or endanger us in the
past, present or future. For those, however, who want to live in harmony with the cosmos, the Cosmic

chart becomes our own individual map and key to chart our course of inner development and outer
accomplishments in harmony and resonance with the cosmos.