The practice of astrology has been around for a very long time. It seems to have developed independently from many different areas of the world (Encarta). One of the earliest detected forms of astrology is that of the Chaldeans, who lived in Babylonia in 3000 BC. Then there were the Chinese, the Indians and even the Mayans of Central America. It is believed that these people observed that certain astronomical bodies, the sun in particular, affected the seasons and the growth of the crops. By 500 BC, astrology had been detected in Greece, where philosophers such as Plato and Pythagoras incorporated it into their philosophical studies. During the Middle Ages, astrology was widely practiced in Europe (Encarta). Many believed that astrology was a science, that is, until some discoveries in astronomy disproved some theories of astrology. Since then, most scientists have disregarded astrology as a science. (Astrology, 2)

Astrologers study astrology, and it is their belief that the position of certain astronomical bo

Scorpio is the eight sign of the zodiac. Its symbol is a scorpion. Its dates are from October 23 to November 21. Scorpio is said to be ruled by Pluto. Scorpio's are energetic, passionate, deep, intuitive, secretive, willful, stubborn, cynical, sensitive, extreme. They have a great deal of self-control, are easily made jealous, manipulative, are keen observers of people, forgiveness is hard for them, they are intense and focused, they have strong leadership qualities, analytical abilities, energy, and desire for financial security. They like danger and are risk takers. Scorpio is the most extreme of all of the signs. (Scorpio, 12)

Astrology is still widely in use today, and in many different forms. We've got psychics, mind readers, fortunetellers and tarot card readers. Is all this reality or just a myth?

Sagittarius is the ninth sign of the zodiac. Its symbol is an archer. Its dates are from November 22 to December 21. Sagittarius is said to be ruled by Jupiter. Sagittarians are said to be fun loving, friendly, philosophical, intellectual, straightforward, optimistic, generous, and honest. They have good luck, don't like being tied down, and they respect tradition. (Sagittarius, 11)

Libra is the seventh sign of the zodiac. Its symbols are scales. Its dates are from September 23 to October 22. Libra is said to be ruled by Venus. Libra's are diplomatic, refined, intelligent, thoughtful, warm, social, romantic, and diplomatic. They enjoy comfort and luxury, they like to be fair, and they like to avoid confrontation. (Libra, 9)

Aquarius is the eleventh sign of the zodiac. Its symbol is the water bearer. Its dates are from January 20 to February 18. Aquarius is said to be ruled by Uranus. Aquarian's are brillian

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