Bear Ryver

Portrait of Bear Ryver

Bear Ryver is a professional astrologer with roots in the Pacific Northwest and the Bay Area. He began his professional practice in 2018 and that same year he was named Most Promising Astrologer by the Organization for Professional Astrology (OPA). Since then, in addition to consulting, Bear has offered his time and expertise as a […]

Kepler College Astrology Book Club: Live Stream Q & A with Gary P. Caton

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Astrologer Gary Caton will join the Kepler College Astrology Book Club for a YouTube livestream Q&A discussing his book “Hermetica Triptycha: The Mercury Elemental Year.” Join our group on Facebook to read along with us, participate in group book discussions, and watch the livestream.

Elements, Humors, Temperaments

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Consider the extent to which temperaments were astrologically computed at all, and then compare three systems of computing the temperament. Examine how the determination of temperament can be used to assess both lifestyle considerations, and remedy suggestions.

Astrology in Sacred Literature: Western

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Follow astrology down the sacred paths in the written word. The greatest collection of works on the soul and, surprisingly, its intersection with astrological concepts, come from traditional religions. Explore the Torah, New Testament, and the Koran through the lens of astrology.

Applied Rectification Practicum: 24 Hour Search

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Learn to apply various chart movement techniques to align appropriate chart patterns and astrological significators to actual life events, from a few minutes of known birth time to a 24 hour search.

Geodetics: Mapping the World

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This course will demystify Geodetic mapping, giving you a more complete understanding of the astrological influence affecting any location. We will take you from where you are—helping you realize that your AstroMapping knowledge applies here, too—revealing the endless fun to be had exploring historical events, astrological transits, event timing, and the Sabian Symbols of your Location.

Introduction to Astro-Mythology

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This five-week course will focus on individual gods—their attributes, spheres of influence, and their interactions with each other and with human beings—to develop an understanding of the origins of the astrological keywords and meanings we rely on for interpretation.

Introduction to Harmonic Aspects

Consider the theoretical basis and evolution of aspects in astrology, grounding harmonic aspects in a practical and usable framework. Relying on astrological basics with concepts from sacred geometry, students will learn to integrate aspects based upon non-zodiacal relationships.

Mercury’s Great Mysteries & Latest Tweets

Do we really understand Mercury in our chart? Do we pay any attention to Mercury transits when it is not Retrograde?
How is Mercury directly impacting our professional life and vocation? Maurice will explore how this half freezing, half boiling planet, closest companion to the Sun, actually rules our lives while we are distracted by the loud outbursts of gas giants.