Astrology has always held a special place in Indian culture, right from deciding on auspicious dates and performing rituals to gaining insight into personality traits, life events, and spiritual journeys. In fact, astrology shapes much of daily life in India. But where did it all begin? How did this ancient science evolve over thousands of years? And who contributed to its growth?
Through this blog, we are going to explore where astrology came from, how ancient Indian astrology was developed, who invented astrology, how Vedic practices evolved, and the scholars who developed the system that influences millions of people today.
Understanding the Roots: What is Astrology?
Astrology is the study of positions of the celestial bodies, such as planets, stars, the Sun, and the Moon, in regard to their impact on human life and other natural phenomena. This system in India is not only a method of prediction but is considered a holy science or Shastra, interwoven with spirituality, karma, and cosmic order or Rita.
This is the cosmic intelligence that, before modern astronomy and mathematical sciences were developed, created ancient astrology.
