35 Astrology In Islamic Way

Astrology is the study of the relationship between the movements of the stars and their influence on people and events. Since astrology is mainly used to predicting the future those who practice it are considered fortune tellers.

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Prophet idris also known as enoch in the old testament was blessed with his immense knowledge of heavenly sciences.

Astrology in islamic way. Astrology is the study of the relationship between the movements of the stars and their influence on people and events. Continuation of previous lecture on the topic of astronomy and astrology the influence of stars and constellations on our destiny discussing the topic of qamar dar aqrab and whether or. From an islamic perspective astrology is divided into two branches.

Essentially these paths represents a vain attempt to escape qadr fate. They considered the knowledge of the celestial bodies in the sky to be essential because those who lived in desert regions and travelled at night would look to them for guidance. Belief in astrology and the casting of horoscopes are in clear opposition to the letter and spirit of islam.

From an islamic perspective astrology is divided into two branches polytheistic and lawful. Medieval islamic astrology and astronomy continued hellenistic and roman era traditions based on ptolemys almagest. Astrology in medieval islam you need a background in medieval times to understand how astrology first took shape in the lives of islamic people.

In islamic teachings every prophet was gifted with diverse miracles. Not only is the practice of astrology is sic haram but also visiting an astrologer and listening to his predictions buying books on astrology or reading ones horoscope are also forbidden. It is really the empty soul which has not tasted real iman belief that seeks out these paths.

Instead astrology is based on statistical knowledge which motivates people for further research and comprehension of the human condition. The ignorant believe that if they know what is in store for them tomorrow they can prepare from today. Centres of learning in medicine and astronomyastrology were set up in baghdad and damascus and the caliph al mansur of baghdad established a major observatory and library in the city making it the worlds astronomical centre.

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