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horary

/ˈhɔːɹəɹi/

Meanings
  • A method of divination, practiced by ancient civilizations, to determine the will of the gods regarding specific questions or matters.

    - "For example, a queen may consult the horary charts to determine the best day for her soldiers to embark on a campaign against a neighboring kingdom."

Rhymes
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arrayorario,orio,rorio
Homophones
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  1. arrayfor,four,fore,foe


Variants
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horary
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arrayverbconjugations,comparative,superlative,infinitive,gerund,pastparticiple


Etymology
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The term 'horary' is derived from the Latin word 'hora', which means 'hour'. Horary divination was typically practiced at specific hours of the day, believed to be favorable for communicating with the gods.


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  1. Astrology: Astrology is the ancient practice of studying the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies, including the Sun, Moon, and planets, as well as the fixed stars and constellations. Astrology is believed to provide valuable insights and guidance on various matters, from personal relationships and career decisions to military strategy and the outcome of legal disputes. Astrology is closely related to horary divination, and the two practices are often used in conjunction with one another to provide a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the matters at hand.


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Horary divination was an important aspect of the cultural practices of many ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and Chinese. Horary divination was believed to provide valuable insights and guidance on various matters, from personal relationships and career decisions to military strategy and the outcome of legal disputes.

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