


Read on to explore the fundamentals of the birth chart.įirst, where do I even find my birth chart?īack in the day, the only way to calculate a birth chart was by hand, using a protractor and a table known as an “ephemeris.” Thankfully, we have astrology software now, making it possible to calculate a complete birth chart in less than a second. Already confused? Well, it’s a lot! But fear not, my friend. Within the folds of this circular map, you’ll find all the planets and celestial objects tracked in astrology, along with the zodiac signs they were occupying. An astrological birth chart - also referred to as the “natal chart” - uses the exact date, time, and location of your birth to re-create a snapshot of the sky at your precise moment of arrival. If you’ve been asked “what time were you born?” and didn’t understand why, this is for you. Photo-Illustration: by Preeti Kinha Photos: Getty Images
