What Is Horary Astrology

Horary Astrology is the study of astrological principles and applications unique to the field. It is an age-old practice with the goal of obtaining insight into a particular question. Example: “Will I Get Married”? Of primary significance are the position and aspects of the moon and other planets. The person at the center of the inquiry, or “querent,” is reflected by the ruler of the sign wherein the first house cusp falls. In comparison to other branches of astrology, planetary aspects to the house cusps have a much more palpable influence in the analysis.

To render an interpretation, one must first assign the querent – i.e. the object of the inquiry – to a particular house in the chart. For example, inquiring after a missing pet would be represented by the sixth house, as it is the house associated with small animals. The cusp of the sixth house would fall in a sign, such as Libra. As Libra is ruled by Venus, Venus is deemed the “significator” of the lost animal. It is through interpreting Venus’s state in the horoscope that one can surmise the well being of the pet, as well as clues regarding its whereabouts.