Celestial Influences: The Enduring and Multi-disciplinary Impact of Astrology over Civilizations

This research explores astrology's role across civilizations, showing how figures like Jyotish, Sudines, and Ptolemy shaped its integration into agriculture, politics, health, social practices, and architecture. Rooted in the belief that celestial movements influence human life, astrology guided practical applications such as Babylonian farming calendars, Indian rituals, and architectural alignments in Egypt and Mesopotamia. Cultural exchanges, especially during the Islamic Golden Age, enriched astrology, influencing the Renaissance and bridging mysticism with science. Examples include Augustus using astrology to legitimize his rule and Ayurvedic treatments aligned with celestial cycles. While astronomy evolved as a scientific discipline, astrology remains culturally significant, as seen in its modern resurgence online, reflecting humanity’s enduring fascination with the cosmos and its influence on life.