Astrology was introduced to Christian Europe via the Arabs during the time of the Crusades. During the Renaissance, Queen Elizabeth I was among the many rulers who employed court astrologers. Elizabeth is said to have relied heavily on their advice during her famous rout of the Spanish Armada.

Until the 17th. century, Astrology was regarded as "applied Astronomy" and astrology and astronomy were in fact the same discipline. Gradually however, the remarkable science of Astrology was set aside and relegated to the status of "occult science". Today however, it retains a reputable status among intellectuals in many parts of the East as well as widespread appeal in the West.