Astrology, as we all know, is the study of the planets and stars that revolve around the earth. Horoscopes, on the other hand, make use of astrological charts, celestial maps, sky maps, star charts, chart wheels, and other similar tools. These charts are hand-drawn representations of the astrological aspects of the sun, moon, and planets at the time of a person’s birth. The term “horoscope” is derived from two Greek words: ora (time) and scopos (observer).

There have been many human civilizations, including those in India, China, Egypt, Mesopotamia, the Maya, and the Inca. Because they connected the cosmos to earthly conditions and events, astrology and horoscopes became popular. Horoscopes are used by people all over the world to create narratives that connect their past, present, and future through their goals and expectations. If an NRI parent wants to marry their children, they consult astrologers, who look at their horoscopes and determine the best muhurat for marriage.  All aspects of human life, including marriage, are governed by the horoscope.

The actual positions are depicted in the chart. The horoscope was first used in India by the sage Bhirugu, also known as the “Father of Astrology.” Astrologers use an individual’s horoscope, which is usually planned at the time of birth, to analyze and predict the future. Legend has it that each celestial body has its own mythological characters. . Our forefathers believed that everything in the universe is interconnected, and these bodies had a large influence. 

The horoscope includes 12 boxes named “houses of bhava.” Namely

 Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, 

Capricorn,  Aquarius, and Pisces.

Benefits 

1. It gives information on auspicious days and it warns about adverse times.

2. guides in decision making

3. It boosts one’s confidence and makes one optimistic.

4. The personality and nature of life partners are reflected in the bhava houses.

5. Tells about one perspective of marriage time

6. serves as a financial advisor

7. It will make us aware of our strengths and our chosen careers.

8. We can get daily, monthly, and weekly horoscopes to know our future.

A horoscope can predict favorable and unfavorable circumstances at the time of birth based on planetary positions. This horoscope can be used to analyze both happy and sad life events, mishaps, fortunes, and spouse-related issues, among other things. We can use the horoscope to answer questions about timing, favorable periods, trying times in life, the approximate time of death, and so on.

Conclusion

Horoscopes are dependent on the self-conceptualization of a person who reads horoscopes regularly. They can apply it to their lives if they have positive thoughts about these horoscopes. It depends on the person who takes it. Some view it as real or valid, and some view it as entertainment. It is up to the individual to determine how much weight they place on their horoscope.