Tibetan Astrology, by Philippe Cornu

Astrology is one of the traditional arts and sciences of Tibet, where it is known as "the science of calculation," used by monks and lamas in the study of the rhythms and cycles of time, for divination, for choosing auspicious times for rituals and life-cycle events such as marriages and funerals, and as an adjunct to the practice of traditional medicine. This book begins with the historical roots and influences from China and India as well as the Buddhist Kalachakra teachings and the ancient pre-Buddhist Bon religion of Tibet. It discusses the 12 and 60 year cycles and 12 animals and 5 elements, the mewa, or magic squares, the parkha (Ba Kua), or eight trigrams of the I Ching, teaches you how to analyze the character of hours, days, months and years, how to cast and interpret a Tibetan horoscope and includes numerous diagrams and charts essential to the practice of Tibetan Astrology. An Excellent book! Hardback only. 294pp. Item #TM-BK-ATBA.