Арабская астрология - Arabic Astrology

Arabic astrology is an ancient system rooted in the astronomical knowledge of medieval Islamic scholars. It focuses on the 28 lunar mansions (Manazil al-Qamar), the Arabic Parts (Lots), and fixed star interpretations. Arab astronomers preserved and expanded upon Greek astronomical knowledge during the Golden Age of Islam, contributing many star names still used today.

The 28 lunar mansions (Manazil al-Qamar) divide the zodiac based on the Moon's daily position among the stars. Each mansion spans about 12.86 degrees and has its own nature, ruling angel, and influence on daily activities. They are used for electional astrology (choosing auspicious times) and personality analysis based on the Moon's mansion at birth.

Arabic Parts (or Lots) are calculated points in a birth chart derived from adding and subtracting the positions of planets and the Ascendant. The most famous is the Part of Fortune (Ascendant + Moon - Sun), which indicates material prosperity. Arab astrologers developed dozens of Parts for love, marriage, death, career, and other life areas.

Arab scholars preserved Greek astronomical texts during the medieval period and made groundbreaking contributions. They refined planetary tables, developed algebra for astronomical calculations, and named many stars we still use today like Aldebaran, Betelgeuse, and Rigel. The astrolabe, perfected by Islamic astronomers, became the essential tool for horoscope calculation for centuries.

Horary astrology, refined by Arab astrologers like Masha'allah and Abu Ma'shar, answers specific questions by casting a chart for the moment the question is asked. The Arabic tradition developed strict rules for judging these charts using planetary dignity, reception, and aspects. It remains one of the most practical forms of astrology for getting clear yes/no answers.