Sidereal Astrology vs Tropical Astrology, which one are you familiar with?

I know you have heard about astrology. Maybe some of you are familiar with astrology or even get consultation from astrologers.

But, are you aware that there are two popular approaches in astrology?

Let’s explore the differences between these two – tropical astrology (western astrology) and sidereal astrology (eastern astrology).

Tropical Astrology

Tropical astrology is mostly known as Western astrology. It’s the most familiar form of astrology to people.

This form of astrology defines the zodiac based on the positions of the Sun relative to the Earth over the course of the year.

The zodiac is divided into twelve equal sections, or signs.

The twelve signs of the tropical zodiac are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces.

Tropical astrology has been used for thousands of years in many different cultures and has evolved over time.

It is often used as a tool for personality analysis, prediction of future events, and to understand human relationships and compatibility.

"Sidereal astrology is primarily used in Indian and Vedic astrology."  

Sidereal Astrology

Sidereal astrology, on the other hand, is based on the fixed stars and uses the actual positions of the constellations in the sky.

Here, the zodiac is defined based on the position of the stars in the background of the Sun, rather than the Sun itself.

The sidereal zodiac is divided into twelve equal sections, just like the tropical zodiac. But the signs in tropical astrology are one sign ahead of the signs in sidereal astrology during the course of the year.

Why? Because the fixed stars are not subject to the same precession that the Earth experiences.

Sidereal astrology is primarily used in Indian and Vedic astrology.  

It is often used for purposes similar to tropical astrology, such as personality analysis and prediction of future events.

But it is also used for spiritual growth, the karma, and destiny of individuals.

"Tropical astrology is heavily associated with Greek and Roman culture."

The Differences

The main difference between the two systems is their interpretation of the positions of the planets.

Another difference between sidereal and tropical astrology is their respective zodiac systems. The tropical zodiac is based on the changing seasons, while the sidereal zodiac is based on the fixed stars.

And also, tropical astrology is heavily associated with Greek and Roman culture, while sidereal astrology has been heavily influenced by Indian and Vedic culture.

Conclusion

I was not familiar with sidereal astrology until I landed on KRS Channel unexpectedly a few years ago.

And these are what I have learnt about the differences between tropical astrology and sidereal astrology so far.

Frankly speaking, I found that sidereal astrology is much more complex than tropical astrology.

But I am very passionate in gaining in depth knowledge about it anyway.

If you are very keen on learning astrology, I would recommend you to check KRS Channel.

Here is one of his videos.

 

So, which one are you familiar with, tropical or sidereal? Let me know in the comment section.