Robert Schmidt Astrology

This workshop introduces modern developments of science, including Quantum theory, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle and Chaos theory, that may be explored while articulating a theory for Astrology. Difficulties with modern scientific theories are discussed and compared with classical views on causation. A scientific theory for astrology can be proposed because astrology deals with spatiality and temporality, although it requires a different understanding of time and space than one influenced by modern science. Problems of why a nativity should be fixed at the birth moment and prediction in astrology are addressed in a new way.

Quantum Theory as science fiction according to Bell. The Heisenberg uncertainty relations and his assumption that our modern concepts of spatiality & temporality are natural. Rejection of modern attempts to link astrology with current developments in science. Discussion of classical views on astrological causation. Criticism of holism, "molecular" approach. The problem of the "lock-out" and the nativity. "Top down" approach and hypotheses to decide between different causal explanations. Consistency argumentation for validation. Elements of any future astrological science derived from an astrological context: house systems & spatiality; aspect temporality and philosophical condition for prediction, time-lords; identification of astrological phenomena; nature of astrological causality; astrological events defined by inception and outcome, ritualistic connection; indeterminacy and statistical considerations, problem of eminence; zoidia and the entities under consideration in astrological science. The hypothesis of the temporal field as a model incorporating these features.