About the author
Mūsā b. Nawbakht was a mundane astrologer of the 'Abbāsid period, writing in Arabic in the 900s AD. His work is preserved today through Cazimi Press's Astrology of the World series, which presents his treatises in translation for modern readers of traditional astrology. "The Book of Periods & Epochs" and its companion volume, "The Book of Fulfilment," together offer what the publisher describes as the most complete Arabic treatment of how to interpret mundane, or world-event, astrological charts, covering triplicity shifts, continuity between political regimes, the relationship between rulers and the ruled, and periods of rebellion and civil strife. "The Book of Fulfilment" alone draws on more than ninety historical chart examples to illustrate these techniques in practice. As a primary source rather than a contemporary author, Nawbakht's books are aimed at serious students of traditional and mundane astrology who want direct access to early Arabic astrological methods.
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“While Mūsā b. Nawbakht’s work offers unparalleled insight into medieval Islamic mundane astrology, it is not for the casual reader or those seeking quick horary tips. The dense theoretical framework and focus on political cycles…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Book of Periods & Epochs
“This work is a dense, scholarly resource tailored specifically for specialists in traditional mundane astrology rather than casual enthusiasts. While its depth regarding Saturn-Jupiter cycles and historical chart analysis is…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Book of Fulfilment
