Another very ancient New Year
By Jon Sandifer.
Each year on 4 February, the world’s most ancient astrology, I Ching Astrology, celebrates the New Year.
This system first formulated over 5,000 years ago in the Tibetan Himalayas uses the Chinese solar calendar.
2011 is ruled by the ... Views: 872
Two New Years in Two Days!
By Jon Sandifer, FSSA
This year the Lunar Chinese New Year occurs one day before the Chinese Solar New Year on 4 February. The former marks the start of the Metal Rabbit Year under the Four Pillars System of astrology; the latter marks the start of a 7 Lake Year ... Views: 974
Chi is the Life force that is present throughout the natural world. It is best described by the literal translation of Feng Shui, Wind and Water, elements that are difficult to see and are difficult to grasp.
The real essence of Feng Shui is to (a) harness the good chi and (b) deflect away ... Views: 4906
The 9 Houses of I Ching Astrology
I Ching Astrology not only looks at your own horoscope, in terms of the Stars and Elements and Trigrams that form your special profile, but also looks into which position your Star rotates to within a nine-year, nine-month and even nine-day, cycle.
This ... Views: 1267
The essence of Yin and Yang from a Chinese perspective is that we live in an ever-changing world. The qualities of change that exist within us and around us can be described and understood by applying the principles of Yin and Yang. These qualities of energy underpin all traditional Chinese ... Views: 2548
By Jon Sandifer
Jon explains the different astrological systems developed in China over the centuries. He offers his thoughts on why he favours the simplicity and directness of I Ching Astrology.
I Ching Astrology predates the more populist Chinese Astrology by some 1,000 years.
I Ching ... Views: 844
By Jon Sandifer
This article explains the deep connection between the world’s oldest oracle, the I Ching, and the most ancient astrological system.
The I Ching still remains unsurpassed as a blueprint for the universe. So, its longevity as the oldest book in continuous use is hardly ... Views: 1035
The ancient symbolism of I Ching Astrology adds majesty and meaning to the Royal Wedding. It is a 3 Thunder Day in this 5000 year old calendar. Prince William is in the 2 Earth Palace, the southwest corner of the astrological matrix, and his Princess-to-be is in the 3 Thunder Palace of ... Views: 786
The Significance of Yin and Yang (Part Two)
Intermingled Concepts
In ancient times people learnt from their surroundings in the natural world. It is therefore not surprising that they described the qualities of yin and yang from nature, the elements and the seasons. To avoid the danger ... Views: 856
The Significance of Yin and Yang (Part One)
Complementary Opposites
If you study any aspect of oriental philosophy or culture you soon come across the terms 'yin' and 'yang'. These terms are used to describe the opposite yet complementary nature of iChi energy which ancient people ... Views: 856
The Three Stars of I Ching Astrology
Everyone has three stars in their I Ching Astrology horoscope, here they are with their particular significance:
Birth Star
Your Birth Star is the driving force behind your personality and is determined by the year in which you were born. This is the ... Views: 1844
Valentine’s Day and the I Ching Astrology System
As we approach Valentine’s Day, it’s very interesting to have a look at our Stars in I Ching Astrology, from a relationship perspective.
As the oldest of all the currently practiced astrological systems, it has been an important guide to ... Views: 811
This is an introduction to the most ancient astrological system in use today. I also compare it to the more commonly used 12 Animal Chinese System, and explain its advantages.
I Ching Astrology is the most ancient astrological system. Over 5,000 years old, it shares the same heritage and ... Views: 1169