The study of astronomy began with humanity's fascination with the sky, and it has grown to the size of the universe itself ⬇️
Astronomers are about to see deeper into space to observe regions and objects never seen before. Astronomy and astrology have grown from the same roots. Ancient civilizations and early tribesmen believed that the sky held power over their lives and that by observing the motions of celestial bodies, one could learn about the future.
The close bond between the two disciplines survived millennia. During the renaissance period, astronomers were frequently hired as personal advisers to monarchs to advise on decisions based on the positions of stars and planets, according toBut as the scientific method grew in strength over the subsequent centuries, astronomy and astrology have grown apart.
In fact, astronomers point out, that due to the irregularity of Earth's orbit, the position of the sun within the zodiac signs, which form the backbone of western astrology and which were identified centuries ago, . So while you may have been told you were born in Taurus, you actually could have been born in Aries.If star-gazing is your calling and you think of making it your life's path, you can find some useful insights about what it takes to be an astronomer on the
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