Preface to the Second Edition With great satisfaction we presentthe secondedition of introduction to Esoteric Astrology. Since its publication, about a decade ago, we had been wanting to revise the publication but it seemsthat the effort would entail almost rewriting the whole. This would spoil its original complexion. In the present form, the book has become very popular and the authors are grateful to the readers for their response.However, we feel that there are many new aspectsof esoteric astrology which should be introduced to the readers along with the new edition. For this reasonwe have added three new chapters. The various symbols used in astrology are very meaningful. Along with allegories and mythologies connectedwith the signs, the significance of astrological study has greatly increased. With a view to indicating the vast area of symbolism in astrology, we have added a small chapter on the subject. Another aspect of esoteric astrology which was completely left out in the firs! edition, and on which very little work has so far been available, is concerned with the relevance of Nakshatras or the lunar mansions. A chapter on the significance of this aspect of astrology has been incorporated here so that the readers may follow it up on their own. The third new chapter is one which attempts to make esoteric astrology asa part of other occult studies showing that astrological laws are merely a fragment of the wider laws of nature. It is hoped that the readerswould find these chapters useful and interesting. In order to make a better useof this book, the readersare suggested to study the subject along with another publication namely A Study in Astrological Occultism by one of us, which opens the subject to cosmic perspectivewhile indicating various suggestionsto make the entire subject extremely personal specially in order to use astrological knowledge for self improvement. New Delhi
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