Horimea

Definition

Horimea is a rare, archaic astrological term associated with interpreting time by the hour. It is generally encountered in historical discussions of hour-based techniques, especially planetary hours and early forms of horary practice. Its spelling and precise scope can vary between older sources, so it is not a standardized term in most modern astrology.

Astrological Meaning

In traditional astrology, each hour may be assigned to a planet according to a repeating sequence derived from the classical planetary order. An astrologer can consider the hour’s ruler as part of the symbolic atmosphere surrounding an action, question, or event. When Horimea is used in this broad historical sense, it points to that relationship between planetary rulership and a particular hour. It should not be confused with a natal chart, which is based on the full arrangement of planets, houses, and angles at birth, or with horary astrology, which judges a complete chart cast for a clearly formulated question.

Why It Matters

Horimea matters mainly as a piece of traditional astrological terminology. Recognizing it can help readers understand older texts that organize astrological practice around hours and planetary time rulers. In practical interpretation, an hour ruler may add context, but it is usually considered alongside stronger chart factors rather than treated as an independent prediction. Because historical definitions differ, the surrounding passage and the author’s stated method are essential for determining exactly how the term is being used.

Related Encyclopedia Entries

• Traditional Astrology
• Astrological Terminology
• Natal Chart
• Planetary Hours
• Horary Astrology
• Planetary Rulership