The History of Astrology

$295.00$350.00

The History of Astrology
The History of Astrology $295.00$350.00

Discover astrology’s rich history and tradition beginning with ancient Babylonia, its consolidation in Egypt, the diffusion of astrology through the Roman Empire and sojourn into the Persian and Islamic Republics, to its 12th Century reintroduction into Medieval Europe.

In this engaging and enlightening seminar the interface between astrology and ancient philosophy, religion, myth, and politics is deeply explored. How the Gnostic, Hermetic, Neoplatonic, Christian, and Jewish traditions regarded one’s life through the reflection of the stars and the concept of fate and free will is brilliantly articulated.

Includes breakout session on the unique history of astrology in the US in the 19th and 20th Centuries.

This course will leave you in awe with a rich context for astrology’s place in our history, and a new awareness of the profundity of the astrological tradition and its legacy to the human imagination.

Instructors: Demetra George and Christopher Renstrom
Required Texts:
Astrology: A History by Peter Whitfield (this text is out of print; pdf is provided)

Additional suggested reading for further study: A History of Horoscopic Astrology by James Holden; A History of Western Astrology Volume I and A History of Western Astrology Volume II: The Medieval and Modern Worlds by Nicholas Campion;  The True History of Sun Sign Astrology and Modern Astrologers by Kim Farnell

Dates: September 20 – October 15, 2023
Live Q&A dates: September 24 at 1130am, October 1 at noon, and October 15 at noon. All times are Pacific Time.
$295 (audit) / $350 (certification-track*)

Course includes: 6+ hours of pre-recorded instruction, three live Q&A sessions, discussion area, weekly reading assignments and homework. Video, audio and handouts are available to view and/or download.

Available for instant access. You may register and start this course today. You will have access to a discussion area to ask questions as you move through the course.
*Certification-track students will receive feedback on homework and an exam review. Audit students receive the same study materials and videos but do not receive feedback on their work.

This course counts towards our four-year program diploma.

Registration Options

Certification, Audit

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12/12/2023
Patsy T.
US US

Great Class

Being a lover of History and Astrology, this class was the perfect thing for me. Demetra is so professional, eloquent, and kind. The organization and pacing of the material contributed to fluid learning and thus great enjoyment. The text, with its abundant beautiful photos of examples of ancient astrology, was particularly well chosen. Really an outstanding experience.

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CJ
11/11/2023
Coral J. Cadman
US US

Demetra George's History of Western Astrology

Really comprehensive timelines and terrific Q & A's between classes. I am still absorbing it from my notes and the pdfs of the out-of-print book, "Astrology, A History" by Peter Whitfield. Really enjoyable and informative! Demetra's grasp of the subject is a gift to any serious student of Star Logic's history.

RS
11/07/2023
Ruth S.
CH CH

The History of Astrology

Thank you very much. It was really an inspiring workshop.

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12/20/2022
Anonymous
US US

Demetra is the best teacher I’ve ever had.

PS
11/02/2021
Peggy S.
US US

History of Astrology

It is important to look backwards before we look forward. Astrology has a rich history which will direct the future.

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