Astrological Ages
Definition
Astrological ages are long periods associated with the slow precession of the equinoxes through the zodiacal constellations. Each age is commonly estimated at roughly two thousand years, although exact boundaries and starting dates remain debated.
Astrological Meaning
Each age is believed to emphasize the symbolism of a zodiac sign on a collective or historical level. Discussions of the Age of Pisces and the Age of Aquarius arise from this framework. Because constellations have irregular and disputed boundaries, astrologers differ over when one age begins and another ends.
Why It Matters
The concept links astrology with large cultural cycles rather than individual birth charts. It is used in mundane astrology, historical interpretation, and spiritual philosophy to explore how civilizations may reflect changing symbolic eras.
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