The Power of The Planets
Horary astrology is the asking of questions and obtaining answers by consulting a chart set for the time, date and location of the querent. The name of horary comes from the Greek "hora" - an hour and means "of the hour". The chart is set for the moment of "birth" of a question. Generally only the traditional seven planets are used (Sun through to Saturn) although if the other three outer planets are prominent, they shouldn't be ignored. The answer to the question is obtained by observation of the strengths and positions of the planets, and by the aspects they make. Arabic parts, antiscions and maybe a few fixed stars are used to give additional information or to provide a more helpful answer. With horary astrology it is like having another toolbox of additional tools and gadgets. Some of these tools may not be that useful on their own, but when used in conjunction with the main tools, they can add some rather intricate detail to the object.
Much can be learned about general, traditional astrology by practising with horary charts. Horary, because of its nature, is more precise and detailed. The different techniques involved can be applied to a birthchart for greater insight into the understanding of the life's path, but in a more mundane way rather than psychological.
