Urania Trust
Divining the Mystery
Many practicioners of astrology have distinguished themselves across the centuries and are still celebrated today for their often groundbreaking wisdom. Get to know the individual astrologers who have stood out for their exceptional and innovative approach to astrology.
Marsilio Ficino was an astrologer, philosopher, priest, author, translator and physician, born in 1433 near Florence. His life work sought to reconcile the philosophy of the ancient world with the Christian religion using various esoteric arts.
Charles A. Jayne Jr. used to say that that one needed to study astronomy in order to truly understand astrology. He believed that astronomy was the physical side of the spiritual. Charles felt that the physical universe is but the shadow of God.
William Lilly is perhaps best remembered as the author of the classic astrology text Christian Astrology. His name stands out in the surge of astrological writings in 17th century England. He published his own almanac annually and predicted many dramatic events.
A German born, American astrologer who rose to become internationally known as a lecturer and teacher. She was twice awarded the Regulus Award. With Joan McEvers she co-wrote the best selling 6 volume series The Only Way to Learn Astrology.
Celebrated American astrologer, writer and data collector. The winner of the 1992 Regulus Award for enhancing astrology's image. Data collection and research were her main focus of interest, and she devised a rating system for the accuracy of the birthtimes.
Charismatic lecturer and prolific writer, at the forefront of the development of Psychological Astrology. In 1976 the publication of Liz’s second book Saturn: A New Look at an Old Devil immediately made Liz into a celebrity star in the astrological community.
Donna Cunningham was an internationally respected American astrologer, writer, lecturer and counsellor. She was a regular contributor to The Mountain Astrologer and for twenty years wrote a regular advice column for Dell Horoscope.
Zipporah Dobyns was a popular writer on astrology, astrological counsellor and researcher into asteroids. She began to study astrology in 1956 and in 1960 was the third candidate to qualify as a professional astrologer PMAFA with the AFA.
Neil Michelsen was an American computer programmer, astrologer and publisher. He pioneered the calculation and printing of horoscopes at reasonable prices.
Charles Carter was an eminent English astrologer and author. He was President of the Astrological Lodge of London and the first Principal of the Faculty of Astrological Studies.