Thai Astrology

Is it really written in the stars? This lesson explores Thai astrology, a tradition more than 5,000 years old. Discover where the word โหราศาสตร์ comes from, how astrology reached Thailand with Hinduism, and why it was once studied by Thai kings. You’ll also hear how it has been used to name babies, choose lucky dates, predict personality and health, catch criminals, and even explain why King Rama IV shared his royal title with his brother. There’s also a surprising university where it’s still taught today!

Thai Vocabulary:
โหราศาสตร์ (hǒo-raa-sàat) – Astrology
ดวงชะตา (duang chá-taa) – Fate / Destiny
ราศี (raa-sǐi) – Zodiac sign
โคจร (khoo-jɔɔn) – To orbit
ดวงซวย (duang suai) – Bad luck
งมงาย (ngom-ngaai) – Superstitious

Do you believe in astrology? Keep listening, keep learning, and enjoy discovering Thai culture through natural Thai conversation!

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Thai Astrology

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