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Science and astrology approach the world from different perspectives. Science relies on measurable evidence and repeatable experiments, while astrology is generally viewed as a symbolic or traditional practice rather than a scientific one. Many people don't use astrology as a replacement for science but as a tool for self-reflection and understanding personality traits. Whether someone believes in it often depends on their personal experiences and outlook. It’s an interesting topic that encourages respectful discussion from both viewpoints.

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Science does not officially accept astrology as a proven science because there is no strong scientific evidence showing that planets and stars directly control human personality or future events. Most scientists consider astrology a belief system rather than a science.

However, millions of people around the world still follow astrology for guidance, motivation, or emotional comfort. Some psychological studies suggest that people relate to horoscopes because of the “Barnum Effect,” where general statements feel personally accurate.

Even today, astrology apps and online horoscope platforms are growing rapidly, especially among young users. So while science remains skeptical, astrology continues to influence culture, relationships, and decision-making in many societies.

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Science, as a system of knowledge, does not support astrology as a proven or reliable method for predicting human behavior or life events. In modern scientific thinking, astrology is considered a belief system rather than a science.

Science is based on evidence, experiments, observation, and repeatable results. For any idea to be accepted in science, it must be tested under controlled conditions and give consistent results every time. Astrology, however, is based on the position of stars and planets at the time of a person’s birth, and it claims these positions influence personality and future events.

The main reason science does not accept astrology is because there is no strong scientific evidence proving that planetary positions affect human behavior or life outcomes. Many studies have tested astrology predictions, and most have shown that results are no better than random chance. This means predictions cannot be reliably repeated or verified.

Another important issue is the lack of a scientific mechanism. Science asks “how” and “why” something works. Astrology does not have a clear physical explanation for how distant planets could influence a person’s daily life or personality traits in a measurable way.

However, astrology still remains popular in many cultures, including in India. Many people follow horoscopes for guidance, decision-making, or emotional comfort. For some, it is a tradition or belief system passed through generations, and it plays a cultural or psychological role rather than a scientific one.

It is also important to note that science and personal belief can coexist. Many people may read astrology for entertainment or personal reflection, but still rely on science for medical, technological, or practical decisions.

In conclusion, science does not “believe” in astrology because it lacks experimental evidence, consistent results, and a proven mechanism. Astrology is viewed more as a belief or cultural practice rather than a scientific discipline. While it continues to be meaningful for many people emotionally or culturally, it is not supported as a scientific method for predicting real-world outcomes.

 

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Answered on04/16/26

Science generally relies on evidence, testing, and repeatability, which is why astrology is often viewed with skepticism in scientific communities. However, many people still find value in astrology for personal guidance, cultural beliefs, or self-reflection. The perspective really depends on whether one approaches it from a scientific standpoint or a more spiritual and traditional outlook.

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Science does not consider astrology a scientific discipline because its claims are not supported by empirical evidence or testable mechanisms. Modern scientific research finds no consistent proof that planetary positions influence human personality or life events. While astrology holds cultural, historical, and spiritual significance for many people, the scientific community classifies it as a belief system rather than a science due to the lack of measurable, reproducible validation.

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Science explains the universe through evidence, logic, and experimentation, while astrology interprets cosmic patterns through belief and tradition. Scientists say astrology lacks proven data, yet millions follow it for guidance, comfort, and self-reflection. Astrology may not be scientific, but its cultural impact is powerful, shaping thoughts, emotions, and decisions. Science seeks facts; astrology speaks to faith, curiosity, and human connection.

 
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Science doesn’t support astrology due to lack of empirical evidence, but many people value it for personal guidance, emotional insight, and self-reflection.

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Science does not believe in astrology, as it lacks empirical evidence and scientific validation. Astrology is seen as a belief system, not a science, despite its cultural and psychological influence.

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Answered on12/31/18
Indeed, couple of researchers accept, yet a lion's share don't. The well known names strike a chord are of Pythagoras and Aryabhata. Both were incredible mathematician and researcher. In the past amid the tallness of Indus progress and antiquated Greek human advancement, numerous researchers and mathematicians had faith in it. However, in this day and age, I question they accept.

A few people say in Indus Valley progress the improvement of science happened in light of Astrology. To anticipate all the more precisely about future, arithmetic came into picture thus the number frameworks.

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Soothsaying comprises of various conviction frameworks that hold that there is a connection between galactic wonders and occasions or portrayals of character in the human world. Crystal gazing has been dismissed by mainstream researchers as having no logical force for portraying the universe.
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Crystal gazing and science. Soothsaying comprises of various conviction frameworks that hold that there is a connection between cosmic marvels and occasions or portrayals of character in the human world. Crystal gazing has been dismissed by mainstream researchers as having no illustrative force for depicting the universe.
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Relies upon what is your meaning of Science. By and large, when individuals utilize this word they mean the hard sciences. Vedic Astrology is unquestionably not a hard science – it ought not be. In any case, there is no law that says that such teaches as can't be incorporated into sciences – the unadulterated and the hard sciences, or even the sociologies, i.e. the humanities,- are second rate compared to hard sciences.
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Majority of them don’t.

If anyone from the scientific community still believes in irrational things, that means the person is unable to overcome his or her cultural/ religious/emotional conditioning of his/her mind with scientific reasoning and is not fit to be a scientist.

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Ask any astrologer and they would confidently claim that astrology is a part of science. And they would toss all kinds of theories to prove their point. However, the other side of this matter is completely different.

Till now, many scientific researches have been done. But no hard-hitting evidence has been found to support the premise of astrology. In countless controlled studies, astrology failed to find scientific validity.

This is not to say that you won’t find articles on many renowned websites arguing that Astrology is a part of science with click-bait titles. In 2011, Psychology Today published an article titled ‘Science Confirms Astrology’. There was no substance in that piece.

Sadly (or fortunately for the astrologers), over 90 percent of adults know their zodiac sign. In several surveys, it was found that over half of these agree their signs’ character descriptions are a good fit for them.

This trend has now qualified astrology as a full-fledged profession. There are even institutes out there that are offering courses in astrology and provide certificates to aspirants. Needless to say, they are all making an awful lot of money this way. And this thing isn’t ending anytime soon. If anything, under false claims and proves, astrology is only growing to different parts of the world.

In short, given the missing evidence, astrology qualifies as pseudoscience!!! Many people still believe it though!

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