Benjamin Dykes Astrology Services

Dr. Benjamin Dykes is a leading traditional and medieval astrologer based in the United States, holding a PhD in philosophy from the University of Illinois and a medieval astrology qualification from Robert Zoller. He is one of the most prolific translators of Arabic and Latin astrological texts working today. A typical consultation includes a general life delineation across key life areas such as relationships, children, finances, life purpose, and career, plus a set of predictions for the upcoming year. He can also rectify unknown birth times. He takes a direct, honest approach grounded in the medieval Western tradition, aiming for concrete and realistic information rather than flattery. He reads charts for clients worldwide.

About

Benjamin Dykes earned his PhD in philosophy from the University of Illinois and taught philosophy at universities in Illinois and Minnesota. He received his medieval astrology qualification from Robert Zoller. Since 2007 he has published translations of foundational traditional astrology texts from Arabic and Latin, including Guido Bonatti's Book of Astronomy (2007), the Works of Sahl and Masha'allah, the Persian Nativities series, Abu Ma'shar's Great Introduction to the Science of the Judgments of the Stars, Introductions to Traditional Astrology, Astrology of the World (Vols. 1 and 2), The Book of the Nine Judges, Traditional Astrology for Today (2011), Mathesis, The Book of Religions and Dynasties (On the Great Conjunctions), and The Book of Periods and Epochs. He was a nominee for the Regulus Award for Theory and Understanding in 2018. He teaches the Traditional Natal Astrology Course (Part 1), a 20-lesson structured course limited to 30 students. He also offers Logos and Light philosophy courses on audio for astrologers and occultists.

Readings

Electional, Forecast / Transits / Progressions / Solar Return, Horary, Birth Chart, Rectification

Strengths

Psychological Insight, Spiritual / Karmic / Life Purpose, Timing & Cycles

Approach

Hellenistic, Traditional, Modern Western

Session Types

Video

Languages

English

Location

United States

Experience

Typical Price Range

Astrology Schools

Other / Non-listed / Lineage-based training

School Notes

Trained under Robert Zoller in medieval astrology. Taught philosophy at the University of Illinois and University of Minnesota.

Credentials

Credential Notes

Medieval astrology qualification from Robert Zoller. PhD in Philosophy, University of Illinois. AFA listed (American Federation of Astrologers).

Mentors / Teachers

Other / Non-listed

Mentor Notes

Robert Zoller (medieval astrology qualification).

Publications & Media

Books

  • Traditional Astrology for Today: An Introduction (2011)
  • Introductions to Traditional Astrology: Abu Ma'shar and al-Qabisi (2010)
  • Persian Nativities I: Masha'allah and Abu Ali al-Khayyat (2009)
  • Persian Nativities II: Umar al-Tabari and Abu Bakr (2010)
  • Persian Nativities IV: On the Revolutions of the Years of Nativities (Abu Ma'shar) (2019)
  • The Book of the Nine Judges (2011)
  • Astrology of the World Vol. 1: The Ptolemaic Inheritance (2013)
  • Astrology of the World Vol. 2: Abbreviations & Marriage (2014)
  • The Great Introduction to the Science of the Judgments of the Stars (Abu Ma'shar) (2023)
  • The Astrology of Sahl b. Bishr (2019)
  • Mathesis (Firmicus Maternus) (2023)
  • The Book of Religions and Dynasties (On the Great Conjunctions) (2025)
  • The Book of Periods and Epochs (Musa ibn Nawbakht) (2026)

Podcasts

  • Guest on The Astrology Podcast with Chris Brennan (multiple episodes)

Courses & Teaching

  • The Traditional Natal Astrology Course (Part 1) (2026)
Logos and Light philosophy audio course series available on bendykes.com. Presented at the 2011 AFA Traditional Astrology Conference alongside Demetra George and Chris Brennan.

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