What is True Sidereal Astrology

Differences Between Western and True Sidereal Astrology

1. Astronomical Accuracy:

• Western Astrology is based on a fixed zodiac system (Tropical Zodiac), which doesn’t account for the Earth’s axial precession (the gradual shift of the Earth’s rotation axis).

• True Sidereal Astrology aligns with the actual position of the constellations as seen in the night sky, incorporating the Earth’s precession for a more accurate star map.

2. Constellation Sizes:

• Western Astrology divides the zodiac into 12 equal parts of 30° each, ignoring the varying sizes of constellations.

• True Sidereal Astrology acknowledges the actual sizes of the constellations, meaning signs like Virgo (which is much larger) have a longer duration, while others like Scorpio are much shorter.

3. Inclusion of Ophiuchus:

• True Sidereal Astrology includes the 13th constellation, Ophiuchus, which lies along the ecliptic but is excluded from the traditional 12-sign zodiac.

4. Connection to Astronomy:

• True Sidereal Astrology bridges astrology with astronomy, offering a system rooted in the observable cosmos. It reflects where the planets and stars truly are, making it more grounded in the physical universe.