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Tibetan Astrology

 

Tibetan astrology is a fascinating and ancient system that combines elements from Indian (Vedic), Chinese, and indigenous Bon traditions. It plays an important role in Tibetan culture, influencing everything from daily decisions to major life events. Here's a quick overview of its core components:

 

Types of Tibetan Astrology

Kartsi (White Astrology)

§  Originates from Indian astrology and Buddhist teachings.

§  Focuses on celestial bodies, planets, and constellations.

§  Used for spiritual matters, health, and understanding karmic influences.

 

Naktsi (Black Astrology)

§  Derived from the Chinese system and Bon tradition.

§  Incorporates elements like the 12-year animal cycle, 5 elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water), and 8 trigrams (Bagua).

§  Often used for more practical matters—calculating dates, compatibility, and protection rituals.

The Tibetan Zodiac

Similar to the Chinese zodiac, Tibetan astrology uses a 12-animal cycle:

1)    Rat

2)    Ox

3)    Tiger

4)    Rabbit

5)    Dragon

6)    Snake

7)    Horse

8)    Sheep

9)    Monkey

10) Bird (Rooster)

11) Dog

12) Pig

Each year is also associated with:

§  One of the Five Elements

§  A gender (male/female, alternating each year)

§  A trigram (from Chinese cosmology)

For example: 2024 was the Wood Dragon, Male, Wind Trigram.

Uses of Tibetan Astrology

§  Personal horoscopes (Tse drel): Based on one’s birth year, month, day, and time.

§  Medical astrology: To diagnose and guide treatment in Tibetan medicine.

§  Compatibility readings: For marriage, business, and social relationships.

§  Annual predictions: Forecasting the energy and challenges of the year.

§  Death charts (Si drel): Used to guide rituals and rebirth processes.

Divination Tools

§  Mo Divination: A form of dice or mala (prayer bead) divination done by lamas.

§  Astrological charts: Often drawn by monks and astrologers for important events (e.g., construction, travel, or spiritual practices).