Kitab al-Bulhan: The Book of Wonders, Jinn Kings, Astrology, and Visual Magic
Abū Maʿshar al-Balkhī conducting an astronomical experiment, from Kitab al-Bulhan, MS. Bodl. Or. 133, fol. 34r. Bodleian Libraries; image released under CC BY 4.0 via…
Astrology
Astrology and Astronomy: How One Ancient Sky Became Two Modern Disciplines
A clear history of the relationship between astrology and astronomy, why they were once intertwined, how they separated, and what the distinction means for modern…
Astrological Magic: Talismans, Timing, and the Ethics of Celestial Correspondence
A historical and ethical guide to astrological magic, including planetary talismans, celestial timing, natural and spirit-based theories, Renaissance debates, and safe modern study.
Planetary Hours Explained: History, Calculation, and Responsible Ritual Use
A practical and historical guide to planetary hours: the Chaldean order, day and night calculations, planetary days, symbolic uses, limitations, and common mistakes.
The Twelve Zodiac Signs as a Symbolic Cycle: History, Elements, and Modalities
A structured guide to the twelve zodiac signs as a complete symbolic cycle, including their ancient origins, elements, modalities, seasonal logic, and responsible modern interpretation.
What Is Hermetic Astrology? Fate, Correspondence, and Spiritual Freedom
A historically grounded guide to Hermetic astrology: celestial correspondence, fate, the microcosm, planetary symbolism, spiritual freedom, and the limits of astrological claims.