Description: Up for sale is a three book lot related to the subject of Tibetan astrology and geomancy. They are all in like new condition, see images to confirm. The books are: Tibetan Astrology by Philippe Cornu. Hardcover copy, 320pp. Published by Shambhala in 2002. From the publisher: Astrology is one of the traditional arts and sciences of Tibet, where it is known as "the science of calculation," used by monks and lamas in the study of the rhythms and cycles of time, for divination, for choosing auspicious times for rituals and life-cycle events such as marriages and funerals, and as an adjunct to the practice of traditional medicine. This comprehensive introduction to the topic includes: • Historical roots and influences from China and India as well as the Buddhist Kalachakra teachings and the ancient Bön religion of Tibet • The two main branches of Tibetan astrology: Nagtsi, or "black astrology," based on the Chinese system, and Kartsi, or "white astrology," derived from Indian astrology • The twelve- and sixty-year cycles and the twelve animals and five elements associated with them • The mewa, or magical squares, which are numerological factors used to calculate the auspiciousness of days or years • The parkha, or eight trigrams of the I Ching, representing the elements, directions, seasons, and fundamental universal forces • How to analyze the character of hours, days, months, and years, so as to determine auspicious times for various activities • How to cast and interpret a Tibetan horoscope Also included are numerous diagrams and charts that are indispensable to the practice of Tibetan astrology, including tables for converting Western dates to dates on the Tibetan calendar. Tibetan Astrology: The Astrology And Geomancy Of Tibet by Michael Erlewine. Softcover, 638 pp. Published by Startypes in 2008. From the publisher: Tibet, often called the spiritual and physical "roof of the world" has been the source of great inspiration to Westerners for over two centuries. Is Tibetan astrology as profound as its spiritual teachings? Well-known astrologer Michael Erlewine has spent the last thirty years finding out, including two trips to Tibet and China, learning to read Tibetan along the way. Erlewine introduces readers to the basic fundamentals of Tibetan astrology, topics like the Five Elements, Twelve Animals, the 60-year Cycle, the 9 Magic Square, and the Eight Trigrams are covered. But there are dozens of other topics, including the Tibetan Calendar, Lunar Months and, Dharma Practice Days, 11 Karanas, 27 Lunar Mansions, 8 Directions, 8 Portents, 27 Yogas, Weekday Combinations, Travel Days, Bad Years, Lo-Khak, Shi-Shey, Thus-Sun, Tomb Signs, 24 Sectors, 28 Conjunctions, 15 Conjunctures, Ten Combinations, Vital Forces, 12 Nidanas, Geomancy... More. 642 pages, 400 illustrations. Chart interpretations. Tibetan Earth Lords: Tibetan Astrology And Geomancy by Michael Erlewine. Softcover, 224 pp. Published by Startypes in 2008. From the publisher: In Tibetan astrology and geomancy the Sa-Dak are the spirits that surround and protect a particular place, the lords of that land - the Earth Lords. In the Tibetan and Chinese traditions, every mountain, stream, and canyon is something more than just the sum of its physical parts plus whatever beauty it may possess. There are living forces in particular directions and vital forces embedded in the way things have come together to make each place what it is. Tibetans believe there are such things indwelling nature. This is why Feng Shui is so popular in these countries and much consulted. These Tibetan Earth Lords are similar to Feng Shui in that particular Earth Lords arise and control different geographic directions for varying lengths of time. Tibetans pay close attention to these Earth Lords and take care not to offend them. This book describes and illustrates over 100 of the Earth Lords and charts when these entities arise, in what direction, and for how long.
Price: 44.99 USD
Location: Worcester, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-09-20T00:18:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.63 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Language: Tibetan
Book Title: Various
Author: Various
Topic: Astrology
