Understanding Your Astrology Birth Chart with Degrees of Planets

When you generate your astrology birth chart, you'll notice that it's composed of various components that depend on three essential factors: your place of birth, time of birth, and date of birth. Within the wheel of the chart, you'll find zodiac signs, houses, planets, and aspects between those planets. Each individual has a unique and special chart, making astrology a lifelong journey.

The featured picture above provides an example of what a natal chart typically looks like. As you begin to explore your birth chart, take your time to absorb the information, as it will become clearer with further study. In this guide, we'll break down the basics of reading an astrology birth chart into six essential sections for beginners.

Think of your birth chart as a 'snapshot' of the sky at the exact moment you were born, capturing the positions of houses and zodiac signs occupied by planets. This in-depth analysis of layers within the chart reveals the 'map to your soul.' Let's start by understanding what an astrology birth chart is.

Your birth chart (or natal chart) is a 'map of the sky' calculated based on the place, time, and date of your birth. It's a comprehensive representation of your celestial profile. At first glance, you might find it overwhelming, with symbols, lines, and terms that seem unfamiliar. I recall my initial encounter with my astrology chart, thinking it was the most unusual thing I had ever seen.

As we delve into the world of astrology, remember that understanding your birth chart is just the beginning. It's a lifelong process that requires patience, study, and dedication. With this beginner's guide, you'll gain the foundation needed to build upon future astrology lessons.

Birth chart with degrees of planets