ASTROLOGY PHILIPPINES

By Mari Garcia The Cross of Matter is a fundamental principle of Astrology and as such is the backbone of any chart. Its components are the four angles: the Ascendant, the MC, the Descendant and the IC. The concept is based on divisions of the circle described by the path of the sun and planets across the sky as seen from the earth. Indeed, the Greek word ‘horoskopos’ means the ‘watcher of the hour’ describing the fact that originally, the celestial observers would record what stars or planets were rising at different hours of the day. These were used as markers in the construction of calendars for religious observances. The earliest records of natal astrology go back to the Babylonians whose astrology we would describe as ‘omen’ astrology, in the sense that they used not only the planets and the stars, but the winds, the flight of birds, comets and other phenomena. These were recorded on stones and were used to describe the nature of the time in which they appeared. ...

Astrologers Resti Santiago and Renato Bisquera were interviewed by Maricar Brizuela, a writer for Philippine Daily Inquirer, for an article that was published on Dec. 31, 2013 that highlighted astrological forecasts for 2014. The title of the article is "Will Aquino remain loveless in 2014?" and can be read here: http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/145281/will-aquino-remain-loveless-in-2014 Will Aquino remain loveless in 2014? By Maricar B. Brizuela Dec. 21, 2013 Philippine Daily Inquirer President Aquino will remain loveless in 2014. That is what the stars and the planets say about the bachelor President, whose last known romantic relationship was with former Valenzuela City Councilor Shalani Soledad and it ended three years ago. Astrological researcher Renato Bisquera said Aquino would still have no chance to find a new love in 2014. "If there is any chance of romance, it will be very expensive because he attracts gold diggers and he can marry for money,...

By Kristine Sy Vic Hao Chin, Jr. Vic Hao Chin, Jr has been a source of inspiration to me from day one when I heard him talk at the "Self Transformation Seminar" held in 2011 at the Theosophical Society in the Philippines Heaedquarters. Being a serious student of Astrology, it was a delight for me to discover that he was once considered as one of the best astrologers in the country. Sir Vic is one of the spiritual beings I know and I see him as a personal mentor. I have a high regard on his insights on human nature and I consider it a privilege to be able to share to you, astrology students and enthusiasts the following words of wisdom from Mr. Vic Hao Chin, Jr. What is astrology to you? Vic Hao Chin, Jr.: My own studies for many years on it convinced me that certain aspects of what is called astrology has validity, but at the same time, a lot of other traditional views are very questionable. Astrology is a testable hypothesis and hence efforts of astrologers shou...

By Romy Solina  According to John Stott in his book The Incomparable Christ, "Since Jesus was a human being, however, he was also a historical figure, who lived at a particular time in a particular place and within a particular culture. These particularities were all part of his historical reality. To deny them would be to reject some essential aspects of his destiny." Thus, I am going to write about my researches regarding the humanness of Jesus and not deal with theology. I am to restrict myself to being an amateur astrologer and consider Jesus as a human person who is also subjected to planetary influences. In astrology, the most basic and important data to work on are the date, time and place of birth of the subject. In the case of Jesus, I can only depend on what the Bible gave as information regarding His life. Everybody knows He was born in Bethlehem. But as to the date and time, I shall have to depend on some historical tidbits that are related to His existe...

By PinoyGTrader ( pinoygtrader.blogspot.com ) Astrology would never be more exciting and  give as much enthusiasm  to anyone especially when there’s money involved. There is a branch of astrology called FINANCIAL ASTROLOGY. It is the use of astronomical data to explain and forecast the behavior of the financial markets (as defined below).  As one of the countless few who  was first a skeptic and later became drawn to these new science, especially if you are already involved in the study of astrology or already a practicing astrologer.  As an engineer by profession and a trader, in back testing  results and running statistical analysis, and in my pursuit on finding the most consistent trading system or the holy grail of trading – astrological trading methodology aided with modern technical analysis and market geometry as by far on my experience one of the best and reliable system that can give me consistent results statistically if done properly. ...

By Resti H. Santiago Andres Bonifacio The concept of fate was not very popular in the 20th century because the previous century's mantra was all about freedom. This may partly explain why astrology has to be reformulated. But denying fate would not eliminate it from our lives. If we are to believe Plato's "Myth of Er," fate is actually an agreement or arrangement that we had with God, sealed by the Fates, prior to one's incarnation. Denying that there is no binding agreement does not free us from what has actually been agreed upon. It is for this reason that I want to emphasize that despite 20th century thought, fate still exists. But that does not mean there is no free will. A more realistic approach that astrology can show is that there is fate, and there is free will. The reason why astrologers can make predictions is because there is fate. The reason why astrologers can err in their interpretation is because there is free will. Clotho, from where...

By Resti H. Santiago ( astro-medieval.blogspot.com )  The Great Comet of 1807 depicted in this painting by Esteban Villanueva 2013 is going to be a special year as the earth will be visited by a comet, it is named ISON. Astronomers have calculated that this object will become visible by November. According to their analysis, ISON will shine brighter than the full moon. Comets are important in astrology but due to its rarity, we cannot make very precise predictions using comets alone. There are many details that will only become clear once the comet is already blazing in the sky. The shape and the color of the comets are categorized to correspond with the planets. The basic principle is that if the comet is like the benefic planets, there will be abundance, but if the shape and color is associated with the malefic planets, there will war, pestilence or the likes. Skeptics might think that this is superstition, but we have historical records that show clear connectio...