Horary Astrology Rediscovered [Paperback]

Olivia Barclay (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1997

Through 25 chapters Ms. Barclay guides the reader in understanding how to make and judge a chart, grasp the terminology and aspects of a chart, find answers to questions through a chart, and appreciate the ancient and modern history of horary astrology. Horary Astrology Rediscovered is a captivating and beautifully written survey of horary astrology and its relationship with other forms of the science. The work of noted experts throughout history, such as Manilus, Al Biruni, Cardan, Antigonus, and William Lilly, among others, perfectly compliments Barclay's text. More than 25 charts and graphs illustrate planetary rulerships, planetary movements, fortitude's and debilities of planets, and answers to questions.

Product Details

• Paperback: 349 pages
• Publisher: Non Basic Stock Line (March 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0914918990
• ISBN-13: 978-0914918998
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,372,241 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Start study of predictive astrology w/this book, February 11, 2000

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Christopher Warnock (Iowa City, IA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Horary Astrology Rediscovered (Paperback)

Olivia Barclay has played a crucial role in the rebirth of the traditional techniques of predictive astrology, lost with the decline of astrology following the Enlightenment. The rebirth of astrology in the 19th century came in the form of psychological or character based astrology with an admixture of Jungian archetypal concepts in the 20th century. While well suited for counseling or self discovery the ability to make specific, concrete predictions was lost.

Horary Astrology Rediscovered relies heavily on the work of William Lilly, the 17th century English astrologer, most famous for his work in horary astrology. In horary astrology a horoscope or chart of the heavens is cast for the moment that a question is asked, rather than a chart of a person's birth place and time.

Horary Astrology Rediscovered is an excellent introduction to horary astrology with clear explanations and many examples. Ms. Barclay gives examples of questions involving lost pets, relationships, real estate and many other interesting and useful topics.

I would recommend this book highly to anyone interested in traditional astrology. It is particularly good as an introduction to astrology for students who know little about astrology and have an interest in learning how to make concrete and specific predictions. By beginning with traditional astrology one need not go through the painful process of unlearning modern heresies like Uranus ruling Aquarius, Neptune ruling Pisces, Pluto ruling Scorpio, orbs of aspects rather than planets, etc., etc.

Traditional astrology (modern will lead you astray) is one of the three ancient occult arts and sciences with magic and alchemy. Useful on its own, it is integral to the study of occult philosophy.

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best astrological text in the 20th century, April 8, 2000

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This review is from: Horary Astrology Rediscovered (Paperback)

Although the title includes the word 'horary', this book is a good introduction to the old astrology as a whole. The author demonstrates the validity and beauty of traditional techniques, which were used by astrologers in the past. It took me a few years to understand the old methods, however, my ability at delineating charts has been improved by leaps and bounds - I was already a professional astrologer with ten-year experience though. The old methods were quite new and are really useful to me.

This book is a must for serious students and professionals, and no doubt this is the best astrological text in the 20th century.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very good introduction to the traditional astrology......., April 15, 1999

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...for the professional as well as for the beginning student of the art.

The book gives an excellent presentation of the dignities and debillities of planets in houses and signs. Also it teaches how to understand the heavenly bodies and their influence on different situations when they appears. As the author refer: "The heavens declare the Glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handywork (--Psalm 19:1)."

There is also an introduktion to Mundane astrology.