Astrology is a belief system that suggests there is a relationship between the positions and movements of celestial bodies (such as planets and stars) and events, personality traits, and human affairs on Earth. It’s an ancient practice, dating back thousands of years, and it has roots in various cultural and religious traditions.

In astrology, practitioners interpret the positions of celestial bodies at the time of a person’s birth to make predictions and gain insights into their personality, behavior, and life events. This involves constructing a birth chart or horoscope, which maps out the positions of the sun, moon, planets, and other celestial bodies at the exact time and place of an individual’s birth.

Astrology is often divided into different branches, such as natal astrology (which focuses on individual birth charts), horary astrology (which answers specific questions), and mundane astrology (which examines world events and national affairs).

While astrology has its proponents who believe in its validity and usefulness, it’s also widely criticized by skeptics who view it as pseudoscience, lacking empirical evidence to support its claims.