The art of astrological timing is the most fundamental practical aspect of Astrological magic. Time is the substratum by which planetary dynamics unfold, converge, and diverge, seldom aligning in ideal configurations for our desired elections. Time is the irrevocable necessity to which we must patiently adhere for our intended future aims to manifest within it. All earthly creations are inevitably dependent on and constrained by time. It is the soil by which we must plant and germinate our seeds, in order to eventually harvest their fruits. Therefore, a deep understanding of the workings of time is paramount to our practice.
In contrast to the modern conception of a linear Chronos-logical arrow of time, the ancients had a much more nuanced understanding, differentiating among its Chronic, Kairotic, and Aionic dimensions, which were nested in their corresponding cosmological levels. Understanding these dimensions and their influence on temporal manifestations broadens our magical perspective and guides us in our ritual elections and our internal practices.
Michael Ofek is an astrologer, cosmologist, astral magician, and shamanic practitioner, has practiced astrology and magic for over two decades, alongside avidly researching all branches of the ancient tradition.