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The wisdom of Tibetan astrology has helped guide the lives of generations of Tibetans and Tibetan Buddhists. Our mission is to bring Tibetan Astrology into the lives of people around the world by bridging the gap between tradition and innovation. We believe this is also the most effective way to preserve and promote this aspect of Tibetan culture.

We combine the expertise of respected Tibetan astrologers with the capabilities of experienced software developers to provide hyper-personalized horoscopes powered by the latest in artificial intelligence and crafted just for you. Our relationship compatibility scores are calculated by assessing your scores against 175 billion test compatibility match ups between hundreds of thousands of real people.

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How to think about Tibetan Astrology

Tibetan astrology is the most expansive form of astrology developed by humanity. It synthesizes astrology originating from ancient Tibetan sources, with astrology originating from India and China, as well as astrology considered to be from the mystical kingdom of Shambhala.

From the viewpoint of Tibetan Buddhism, engagement with astrology is not merely about addressing personal challenges but also about enhancing our capacity to assist others. At one level, Tibetan astrology points to the propensities that our futures hold. Based on this knowledge, we can take preventive measures to reduce the likelihood of difficulties materializing or improve the chances of desirable outcomes for ourselves and others. We need to be careful, however, not to become superstitious and fall into a mindset that considers everything predetermined and surrenders our sense of control and agency for our lives and actions to cosmic influences. ‘Ley’ the TIbetan term for karma literally means ‘action’, underscoring the centrality of our actions to what we experience and the impact we have on others.

At another level, astrology serves as a tool for self-reflection and understanding, enabling us to improve our lives and positively influence those around us. Here, it is very important to avoid falling into a mindset common in Western Astrology that locks people into categories and thinking, "So and so is a Taurus and I am a Virgo; I have to behave in such and such way with them." Such rigid thinking leaves no room for individuality and the flexibility to recognise the immense diversity of humanity. Despite considering a much broader range of influences that together provide a much more complex and nuanced picture, any interpretations using Tibetan astrology must always be predicated on recognition of the interdependent nature of our existence and the unfathomable complexity of the interplay of countless causes and conditions that underlie every single experience.

In discussing Tibetan astrology, it is important to acknowledge the efforts of the many astrologers and scholars who have contributed to keeping this rich tradition alive despite the upheaval and challenges over the past six decades. In particular, the central role of Men-Tsee-Khang (Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute) must be recognised. Men-Tsee-Khang continues to offer a range of resources and products related to Tibetan astrology including handcrafted astrological readings (https://mentseekhang.org/astrological-orders/).

Key components of Tibetan Astrology

‘White calculations’ in Tibetan astrology draw primarily from the Indian Buddhist system, as found in the Kalachakra tantra teachings, which in turn are considered to have originated in the mystical kingdom of Shambhala. Kalachakra, meaning "cycles of time", encompasses three levels: external, internal, and alternative cycles. External cycles pertain to the universe's cyclical movements, measured by the sun, moon, and planets. Internally, time is measured by bodily cycles, such as breaths, life stages, or menstruation cycles. According to the Kalachakra teachings, these external and internal cycles of time parallel each other.

The cycles occur by the force of karma, or impulses of energy. The external cycles, which account for the transit charts of the daily positions of the heavenly bodies, ripen or result from general shared karma. The internal cycles ripen from each person's individual karma. Some manifestations of these cycles are more obvious. Some people, for example, are strongly affected by particular phases of external cycles such as long winters or full moons. Some people are particularly influenced by internal cycles: the cycle of hormone development over the course of a month or as they pass through puberty, the menstrual cycle, or the aging process.

The cycles of time entail various practices which are aimed at removing current obstacles or improving chances of desirable outcomes. However, the ultimate goal of all practices from a Buddhist perspective, is liberation not only from the current obstacles reflected in personal horoscopes but from the entire cycle of uncontrollable rebirths. This liberation extends beyond the confines of the zodiac and its psycho-physical constraints.

In addition to considerations of time cycles, Tibetan astrology incorporates ‘black calculations’, the cycles of twelve animals – mouse, ox, tiger, and so on – and of five elements – earth, water, fire, wood, and metal. Animal-element combinations are considered for the year, month, day, and two-hour period of each day. Black calculations also contain a system of eight trigrams (Parkhas) and nine magic-square numbers (Mewas). The trigram and magic-square numbers of the natal year and elective years or days are also drawn on to inform prognostications.