Astrology Definition: Ptolemy
(c. AD 90 – c. AD 168)
Claudius
Ptolemy was a scientist whose study of astrology was outlined in a report, the
Tetrabiblos . This historical document explained the
theory of astrology as understood during that era. It was written in a way that the common man
could grasp; it was not a how-to description.
Its focus was on defining astrology in a way that emphasized its
tangible proofs. Ptolemy was the first
to give order to the study of astrology by ensuring that the information given
in his report was sound and logical. Ptolemy’s realistic views on astrology
gave the subject the strong foundation needed for further study.
Claudius
Ptolemy was a scientist whose study of astrology was outlined in a report, the
Tetrabiblos . This historical document explained the
theory of astrology as understood during that era. It was written in a way that the common man
could grasp; it was not a how-to description.
Its focus was on defining astrology in a way that emphasized its
tangible proofs. Ptolemy was the first
to give order to the study of astrology by ensuring that the information given
in his report was sound and logical. Ptolemy’s realistic views on astrology
gave the subject the strong foundation needed for further study.
