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Robert Hand is one of the world's most famous and renowned astrologers. He takes a special interest in the philosophical dimensions of astrology and is quite dedicated to computer programming. Currently he is fully engaged for Project Hindsight as an editor, translator and publisher of ancient astrological writings. Rob Hand lives in Virginia, USA.

Robert Hand began his work in astrology at the age of 17. The Hand family was locally known for its work in astrology, science and history, and Rob learned the basics of casting charts for these applications from his father, Wilfred Hand, who successfully applied the astrological techniques of his day to forecasting the stock market.

Rob is an honor graduate from Brandeis University, with honors in history, and went on for graduate work in the History of Science at Princeton. Rob began an astrology practice in 1972 and as success came, he began traveling world wide as a full time professional astrologer.

Robert Hand was known in his early career as the first practicing astrologer to write astrology programs for microcomputers so that the benefits of computers would be available to astrologers. From this effort, he founded Astro-Graphics Services in 1979, which later became Astrolabe, Inc.

In his professional practice Rob uses tropical, heliocentric, sidereal, uranian, cosmobiological and in mundo techniques with ancient and mediaeval methods now being uncovered and translated. In 1997 Rob established a formal archive, library and publishing company for continuing his lifelong work in the history and science of astrology ... ARHAT.

Robert Hand's Library now houses the original texts and translations of over two dozen ancient and medieval astrologers. His books to date include: Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living, Planets in Composite: Analyzing Human Relationships, Planets in Youth: Patterns of Early Development, Essays on Astrology and Night and Day: Planetary Sect in Astrology.

Robert Hand is chairman of the National Council for Geocosmic Research. He is a member of AFAN, ISAR, the Astrological Lodge, the Astrological Association of Great Britain, and is a patron of the Faculty of Astrological Studies. Rob lectures in conferences, seminars and workshops worldwide. Robert Hand offers professional astrological services to astrologers and the general public. He can be reached at ARHAT (703) 758-7150 USA or through email to info@robhand.com

See also Rob Hand's Homepage www.robhand.com

Interwiev: Gordana Varga with Robert Hand

Robert Hand started to pursue astrology when he was 17. He became a professional astrologer in 1972. He has published 5 books. He is a lecturer at Kepler University, writes papers and studies medieval astrology at Catholic University where he works on his doctoral thesis.

Gordana: What was happening with astrology in the 21st century?

Robert: It was becoming increasingly professional. Couple of universities, especially in Great Britain, had serious syllabuses. It was less of a hobby and more of a profession.

Gordana: People perceive astrology as something able to help them?

Robert: Yes. Especially as a tool for self-recognition. It can also help people find the answers about their life.

Gordana: Is astrology today present more than ever?

Robert: This is difficult to say… Some aspects of astrology are disappearing while the others are developing more. Interest in astrology is certainly increasing. It is getting increasingly present in newspapers, on television and the Internet.

Gordana: Are media adequately informed about astrology or they withhold information about it?

Robert: Astrologers have limited access to media. They need to show grater responsibility and persistence in educating media about astrology.

Gordana: What happens with the newly discovered planet?

Robert: I honestly don't know. It is too far from the Sun to be studied. It does not have the same material structure as the other planets. They call it HiperBelt and it has a very eccentric orbit. Sedna is much smaller and maybe this is why it does not influence the Universe much. In future, astrologers will certainly deal with it.

Gordana: Does Uranus in Pisces bring about greater natural disasters?

Robert: Certainly. Uranus is transiting Pisces every 84 years. If we look back to the past, we will see that this transit resulted in big troubles. Uranus in Pisces also indicates more radical attitude of various religious groups.

Gordana: Do you think that the Earth shifted in Universe after the terrible tsunami at the end of last year?

Robert: This phenomenon called Delta T appears as a result of heavy earthquakes and similar natural disasters. This certainly influences the Earth to move.

Gordana: And what happens with Lunar Eclipses? Do they influence meteorological changes?

Robert: I am not sure. Maybe. There is a general talk about global warming. However, scientists cannot decide if this is the natural course of events or a result of human "action". We certainly need to show responsibility to the Mother Earth.


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	Robert Hand is one of the world's most famous and renowned astrologers. He takes a special interest in the philosophical dimensions of astrology and is quite dedicated to computer programming. Currently he is fully engaged for Project Hindsight as an editor, translator and publisher of ancient astrological writings. Rob Hand lives in Virginia, USA. Robert Hand began his work in astrology at the age of 17. The Hand family was locally known for its work in astrology, science and history, and Rob learned the basics of casting charts for these applications from his father, Wilfred Hand, who successfully applied the astrological techniques of his day to forecasting the stock market. Rob is an honor graduate from Brandeis University, with honors in history, and went on for graduate work in the History of Science at Princeton. Rob began an astrology practice in 1972 and as success came, he began traveling world wide as a full time professional astrologer. Robert Hand was known in his early career as the first practicing astrologer to write astrology programs for microcomputers so that the benefits of computers would be available to astrologers. From this effort, he founded Astro-Graphics Services in 1979, which later became Astrolabe, Inc. In his professional practice Rob uses tropical, heliocentric, sidereal, uranian, cosmobiological and in mundo techniques with ancient and mediaeval methods now being uncovered and translated. In 1997 Rob established a formal archive, library and publishing company for continuing his lifelong work in the history and science of astrology ... ARHAT. Robert Hand's Library now houses the original texts and translations of over two dozen ancient and medieval astrologers. His books to date include: Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living, Planets in Composite: Analyzing Human Relationships, Planets in Youth: Patterns of Early Development, Essays on Astrology and Night and Day: Planetary Sect in Astrology. Robert Hand is chairman of the National Council for Geocosmic Research. He is a member of AFAN, ISAR, the Astrological Lodge, the Astrological Association of Great Britain, and is a patron of the Faculty of Astrological Studies. Rob lectures in conferences, seminars and workshops worldwide. Robert Hand offers professional astrological services to astrologers and the general public. He can be reached at ARHAT (703) 758-7150 USA or through email to info@robhand.com See also Rob Hand's Homepage www.robhand.com Interwiev: Gordana Varga with Robert Hand Robert Hand started to pursue astrology when he was 17. He became a professional astrologer in 1972. He has published 5 books. He is a lecturer at Kepler University, writes papers and studies medieval astrology at Catholic University where he works on his doctoral thesis. Gordana: What was happening with astrology in the 21st century? Robert: It was becoming increasingly professional. Couple of universities, especially in Great Britain, had serious syllabuses. It was less of a hobby and more of a profession. Gordana: People perceive astrology as something able to help them? Robert: Yes. Especially as a tool for self-recognition. It can also help people find the answers about their life. Gordana: Is astrology today present more than ever? Robert: This is difficult to say… Some aspects of astrology are disappearing while the others are developing more. Interest in astrology is certainly increasing. It is getting increasingly present in newspapers, on television and the Internet. Gordana: Are media adequately informed about astrology or they withhold information about it? Robert: Astrologers have limited access to media. They need to show grater responsibility and persistence in educating media about astrology. Gordana: What happens with the newly discovered planet? Robert: I honestly don't know. It is too far from the Sun to be studied. It does not have the same material structure as the other planets. They call it HiperBelt and it has a very eccentric orbit. Sedna is much smaller and maybe this is why it does not influence the Universe much. In future, astrologers will certainly deal with it. Gordana: Does Uranus in Pisces bring about greater natural disasters? Robert: Certainly. Uranus is transiting Pisces every 84 years. If we look back to the past, we will see that this transit resulted in big troubles. Uranus in Pisces also indicates more radical attitude of various religious groups. Gordana: Do you think that the Earth shifted in Universe after the terrible tsunami at the end of last year? Robert: This phenomenon called Delta T appears as a result of heavy earthquakes and similar natural disasters. This certainly influences the Earth to move. Gordana: And what happens with Lunar Eclipses? Do they influence meteorological changes? Robert: I am not sure. Maybe. There is a general talk about global warming. However, scientists cannot decide if this is the natural course of events or a result of human "action". We certainly need to show responsibility to the Mother Earth. . . .
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