To understand the historical evidence Tarnas presents, you must first understand the specific framework he uses to analyze planetary movements: Cosmos and psyche: intimations of a new world view.
: By combining the ancient Greek concept of Platonic Forms with Carl Jung's psychological archetypes, Tarnas posits that the planets serve as visible markers for universal, archetypal forces governing human experience. 🪐 Key Concepts of Archetypal Astrology Cosmos and Psyche: Intimations of a New World View
: Modern science has separated the conscious human mind ("psyche") from a lifeless mechanical universe ("cosmos"). Tarnas argues this has led to a profound existential crisis and ecological devastation. To understand the historical evidence Tarnas presents, you