What Is Placidus Astrology?

Question 1

Define the difference(s) between whole sign (traditional astrology) & placidus.
Hint: this is not about how to read the chart but rather, differences you might find when interpreting the chart.

Answer 1

Whole sign shows the resources you have in each house, & the natural energy your sign can express in it. Meanwhile, placidus shows you how to transform these energies within each house. Placidus explains what you’re capable of, whole whole sign shows you how to do it.

Question 2

What are the four main components of Placidus Astrology?

Answer 2

1. The elements
2. Planets
3. Houses
4. Aspects

Question 3

Why is it important to know the history of any form of Astrology you’re interested in?

Answer 3

There are many a reason as to why it’s important to know the history of astrology. It is up to you, to configure what & why it is important for you.
Here are some examples as to why I believe knowing astrological history is important:
- Astrology was used to predict upcoming seasons over 2,000 years ago.
- Astrology assisted in the development of Astronomy

Question 4

How was Placidus Astrology invented? (What is the origin story?)

Answer 4

Placidus astrology originally was an interpretation by Abraham ibn Ezra. He created it based off of Claudius Ptolemy’s system, who was originally a Hellenistic astrologer.