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Validity of anything is determined by the results and consequences of that particular thing to most people. If you have a positive experience with something, then you tend to treat it as valid, and the opposite is true if you have a negative experience. Astrology, according to those who practice it and believe in it, is a combination Art and Science. The making of the horoscope, or the birth chart, is based on scientific and mathematical calculations, which measure the relationship between the planetary elements against their galactic locale. The interpretation of such calculations, and their proper conveyance to the respective individuals, is where the art lies. This art, as in the case with all arts, has to be mastered by people before making such interpretations and predictions. Over the centuries, there have been various arguments, for and against astrology and its validity. There is much documentary evidence available to uphold the validity of astrology and to refute fallacies about it. Even then, there are many who believe in it and also many who don�t. Some people may argue that astrology is valid because otherwise how would it have stood the 'test of time' and still have widespread use today. It is still used because, like any other belief, if something can help explain the seemingly unexplainable or give people hope or direction, then many will follow it. But belief in something does not make it true. Astrology is basically a superstition that can be fun but it remains a pseudoscience.

Astrology is not a science, as evidenced by the lack of astrology courses offered by colleges and universities. It's a popular form of fortunetelling and, later, character analysis. As such, it's as valid as any other form of contemplation (meditation, Tarot, etc.) and any other form of soothsaying (i.e., not at all).

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Depends of the culture. Think of all these old "esoteric" sciences of the Orient that were defined as obsolete and "stupid" some years ago are now beginning to be more and more accepted by Occident researchers and the mass in general. Astrology is a science itself, but as there were so many liars who claimed to be doctors in 1900s and before - the Astrology domain is actually overpolluted by so many opportunists, has suffered of bad timing with our social evolution and has open the door so big to different kind of extremist that there is no way to consider this science "Valid" by the modern institutions and governments right now. With the latest discovery in term of cosmic pattern, there is a big chance that Astrology get more serious in some time as this science has driven many past and present authority figures, but a lot of water will pass under the bridges and by the time it happens, it will be named something else to not insult the modern incredules.

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What is the same between astronomy and astrology?

Astronomy is a branch of science that deals with the study of (non-earth) celestial bodies in the universe, such as stars, planets, nebulae, and galaxies.Astrology is based on the belief that celestial bodies influence human lives. It isn't regarded as a science (more as a pseudo-science).Both astronomy and astrology deal with the study of celestial bodies.


What is the forecast of a persons future based on stars at a given moment?

That's called astrology and it is a type of superstition rather than a science.


How does astronomy differ from the 4 major Sciences?

Astronomy is different from other science because astronomers study stars, planets, different space rocks, etc. In matter of fact, all science is different from one another. There is astronomy, phsycology, and more! You'll never be able to guess all of them! So, astronomy is different from other science, just like other science is different from astronomy and so on. So, all science is different from one another.


Why is research in astronomy considered science but the study of astrology regarded as pseudoscience?

Astronomy is the scientific analysis of the known Universe and everything in it. Astrology has no recognizable scientific basis for its assertions that the planets and stars have an effect on mundane affairs.


What is the person who foretells things by the stars?

Using the stars (and planets) to predict future events on Earth is called Astrology. There aren't many who would still call it a "science," though.

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What is the interrelationship between earth science and astrology?

There is no relationship between earth science and astrology as astrology is a pseudo science. There is however an interrelationship between earth science and astronomy as these are both true sciences.


What is a sentence with the word astrology?

Astrology is a pseudo-science and not to be relied upon.


What is a sentence with the word astrology in?

Astrology is a pseudo-science and not to be relied upon.


Would you give me a sentence with the word astrology in it?

I don't believe in astrology. Astrology and astronomy used to be the same science.


What is the science that deals with the universe?

Astrology


What are the similarities and differences between science and astrology?

Is astrology still believed in the modern world?


What are some pseudoscience?

By Definition (from Wikipedia)Pseudoscience is a claim, belief, or practice which is presented as scientific, but which does not adhere to a valid scientific methodology, lacks supporting evidence or plausibility, cannot be reliably tested, or otherwise lacks scientific status.So pseudoscience is NOT real science.


What field of science studies planets?

astrology


What course of work are astronomers in?

Science & astrology


Is astrology a science like astronomy is?

Not at all. Astrology is a superstition, based on lots of unproven - and quite illogical - assumptions.


What are the name of 10 areas learning in science?

chemistry astrology


Why asrology can not considered to be a science?

Astrology is not a science because it is not based on evidence and has not been properly explained.