The Egyptian horoscope on Tarotsi draws on the modern popular tradition that associates twelve ancient Egyptian deities with twelve periods of the civil year. Although ancient Egypt did not have a zodiac divided exactly like the Greek one, Egyptian divinatory and astrological practices deeply influenced Hellenistic astrology, and various 20th-century reinterpretations have proposed a simplified "Egyptian horoscope" that survives today in esoteric literature.
The twelve deities
Nile (Jan 1-7, Jun 19-28, Sep 1-7, Nov 18-26): adaptability, generosity. Amun (Jan 8-21, Feb 1-11): determination, power. Mut (Jan 22-31, Sep 8-22): care, security, maternal. Geb (Feb 12-29, Aug 20-31): grounding, balance. Osiris (Mar 1-10, Nov 27 - Dec 18): integrity, sacrifice. Isis (Mar 11-31, Oct 18-29, Dec 19-31): wisdom, intuition. Thoth (Apr 1-19, Nov 8-17): knowledge, communication. Horus (Apr 20-30, Aug 12-19): protection, leadership. Anubis (May 8-22, Oct 29 - Nov 17): transformation, guardian. Seth (May 23 - Jun 16, Sep 28 - Oct 2): strength, challenge. Bastet (Jun 17-30, Jul 14-27): joy, sensuality, play. Sekhmet (Jul 29 - Aug 11, Sep 30 - Oct 27): healing power, fire.
Historical origins
In ancient Egypt the decans (38 stellar deities each assigned to ten days of the year) were used as astrological reference. The "12 deities for 12 periods" system today called Egyptian horoscope is a modern synthesis inspired by these traditions, codified in 20th-century esoteric literature. Read as contemporary reinterpretation, not as original Egyptian practice.
How to use online
Enter your date of birth. The tool identifies your protecting deity according to the dates above and offers a symbolic reading: dominant qualities, natural talents, recurring obstacles, practical suggestions.
FAQ
Did ancient Egyptians really use this horoscope?
No, not in this form. They used a system of decans and complex relations with stars (especially Sirius/Sothis). The contemporary Egyptian horoscope is a 20th-century synthesis.
A same deity covers more periods: why?
Because the modern system divides the year into twelve non-uniform, sometimes non-contiguous periods, assigning a deity to several symbolic "seasons". It is a recent tradition choice, not an ancient codification.
Can I integrate it with other horoscopes?
Yes, like all ethnic horoscopes it is a complementary symbolic language. Often combined with Chinese horoscope and Western sun sign to read several layers of personal profile.