Chapter 1: The Reality of Your Zodiac Sign

Did you know that the Zodiac Sign you believe is yours might actually be incorrect? If you identify as a Sagittarius based on being born between November 22 and December 21, you may need to reconsider. It’s time to find a different scapegoat for your bad days, as your horoscope could also be misleading.

The purpose of Zodiac signs was originally to assist people in tracking the year, especially before the invention of calendars. These constellations are situated along the ecliptic, which is the sun's path across the sky. Each constellation rises and sets with the sun for about a month, which is how your Zodiac sign is determined. There are 12 such constellations, ranging from Aries to Pisces. Interestingly, there's a 13th constellation known as Ophiuchus, located north of Scorpius.

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However, Ophiuchus is not included in the Zodiac system as it does not conform to the 12 divisions established by the Babylonians around 2500 to 3000 years ago. This exclusion could also be attributed to the precession of the Earth, which alters how constellations appear compared to thousands of years ago.

The concept of your true Zodiac Sign can be confusing, so let’s clarify. Many people are unaware that the Earth undergoes a Precession Motion, causing its axis to wobble like a spinning top. This cycle completes a full rotation every 26,000 years. The Earth isn't a perfect sphere; it’s more accurately described as an Oblate Spheroid. Spinning at around 450m/s at the Equator, the Earth's uneven mass distribution stretches due to gravitational forces, leading to a wobble known as the Chandler Wobble.

The direction the North Pole faces determines the stars visible from Earth. Over a century, this results in a 10-meter shift on the Earth's surface. Therefore, with every 26,000-year cycle, a 360° rotation occurs, leading to an approximate 1.3° shift each century. Currently, the North Pole points towards Polaris, the North Star, which remains fixed in the sky when viewed from the Northern Hemisphere. The Little Dipper, which includes Polaris, revolves around it.

This shift in the North Pole's orientation means that the Earth's ecliptic must also change, affecting the constellations lying along it. The earliest confirmed use of the Zodiac dates back to 1950 BCE during the Mesopotamian Dynasty, which is roughly 4,000 years ago. If the North Pole has shifted 52° (1.3° per century times 40 centuries) since then, simulations show that 4,000 years ago, the North Star was actually Kochab from the Little Dipper, while Polaris was in orbit around it.

Given that the Zodiac signs were established during that time, the sign corresponding to your birth month is likely inaccurate due to this precession. For instance, during the period of March 22 to April 21, which is associated with Aries, the Sun currently resides in the constellation of Pisces. Simulations indicate that the Sun shifts into the next constellation approximately every 100 years, meaning that just a century ago, the Sun was in the same position as it was during the Mesopotamian period.

If you were born after the 19th century, you are likely off by one Zodiac sign. For example, if you think you're a Taurus, you may actually be an Aries. In 12,000 years, when Vega becomes the North Star, your Zodiac sign could be misaligned by as much as four signs.

This highlights the importance of staying informed, as science is constantly evolving. Dismissing astrology as merely outdated science undermines its significance. Both fields offer unique perspectives and benefits, deserving of recognition in their own right.

Chapter 2: Exploring the Validity of Astrology

In the first video, "Are Zodiac Signs And Astrology Real?" viewers explore the credibility of astrological beliefs and their relevance in modern life.

The second video, "THEIR REAL ZODIAC SIGNS REVEALED," uncovers the actual Zodiac signs of various individuals, challenging common perceptions.