Zodiac signs are everywhere.
People check their horoscopes, talk about astrology, and even make life decisions based on their birth month.
Some believe zodiac signs hold deep meaning, while others see them as just a bit of fun.
But what does the Bible say about zodiac signs?
Is astrology harmless entertainment, or does Scripture warn against it?
Let’s take a closer look at what the Bible teaches about the stars, astrology, and whether believers should follow zodiac signs.
The Heavens Declare God’s Glory
The Bible speaks about the stars in a way that honors God.
Psalm 19:1 says,
The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.
The stars were created by God to reflect His majesty, not to control human lives.
Genesis 1:14-16 tells us that God placed the sun, moon, and stars in the sky for signs and seasons.
But this does not mean they were meant to reveal personal destinies or guide human choices.
Instead, they show God’s power and order in creation.
Astrology in the Bible
Astrology—the belief that the stars influence human lives—has been around for thousands of years.
In the Bible, people in ancient times often worshipped the stars and sought guidance from them.
God warned against this practice.
Deuteronomy 4:19 says,
And lest thou lift up thine eyes unto heaven, and when thou seest the sun, and the moon, and the stars, even all the host of heaven, shouldest be driven to worship them, and serve them, which the Lord thy God hath divided unto all nations under the whole heaven.
God knew that people would be tempted to look at the stars for answers instead of looking to Him.
That is why He commanded His people to avoid such practices.
God Warns Against Fortune-Telling and Divination
The Bible is clear that seeking knowledge of the future through supernatural means is wrong.
Deuteronomy 18:10-12 strongly warns against it:
There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch.
Or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer.
For all that do these things are an abomination unto the Lord.
The phrase “observer of times” refers to those who try to predict the future based on the position of celestial bodies—essentially, astrology.
God considers this practice detestable because it leads people away from trusting in Him.
Who Controls the Future?
One of the biggest dangers of zodiac signs and astrology is that they suggest the stars control human lives.
But the Bible teaches that God alone holds the future.
Isaiah 46:9-10 declares,
Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me.
Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure.
No horoscope, planet, or birth chart has the power to determine someone’s destiny.
Only God knows the future, and He guides those who trust in Him.
The Story of the Magi and the Star
Some people point to the story of the wise men following the star to find Jesus as proof that astrology is acceptable.
Matthew 2:1-2 says,
Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem.
Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.
However, there is a key difference between astrology and what happened here.
The wise men did not use the star to predict their future or determine their fate.
They saw the star as a sign that pointed to Jesus and led them to worship Him.
This was not an endorsement of astrology but an example of God using creation to reveal His Son.
Seeking Wisdom From God, Not the Stars
Instead of looking to zodiac signs for guidance, the Bible teaches believers to seek wisdom from God.
James 1:5 says,
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
When people turn to horoscopes, they often seek answers about love, career, or future events.
But God invites us to bring our concerns to Him in prayer.
Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs,
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
God promises to guide His people, but He does not do so through astrology.
Instead, He speaks through His Word, prayer, and the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Why Do People Follow Zodiac Signs?
Many people are drawn to astrology because they want to understand themselves and their relationships better.
They may read personality descriptions of their zodiac sign and feel they are accurate.
However, much of astrology is vague and general, making it easy for anyone to relate to.
Others follow zodiac signs because they enjoy the idea of destiny being written in the stars.
But the Bible teaches that identity is found in Christ, not in birth charts.
Second Corinthians 5:17 reminds believers,
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
God defines who a person is, not the alignment of the planets.
What Should Christians Do About Astrology?
If a Christian has been following zodiac signs, they may wonder if it is harmless or if they should stop.
The Bible encourages believers to turn away from anything that takes their trust away from God.
Acts 19:19 describes how early Christians responded when they realized certain practices were against God’s will:
Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men.
And they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver.
These believers chose to remove anything that led them away from God.
For Christians today, this could mean avoiding horoscopes, zodiac readings, or anything connected to astrology.
Instead of looking to the stars, believers are called to look to Jesus.
Hebrews 12:2 encourages,
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.
Can Christians Enjoy Astrology as Entertainment?
Some argue that reading horoscopes or discussing zodiac signs is just for fun.
However, even if astrology seems harmless, it can still influence a person’s thinking.
First Thessalonians 5:22 advises,
Abstain from all appearance of evil.
If something leads a believer away from trusting in God, even slightly, it is better to avoid it.
Ephesians 5:11 says,
And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.
While some may see astrology as innocent entertainment, Scripture encourages believers to focus on God’s truth instead.
Final Thoughts
The Bible does not support zodiac signs or astrology.
While God created the stars, He did not design them to control human lives.
Instead of looking to horoscopes for guidance, believers are called to seek wisdom from God.
Astrology can be a distraction, leading people to trust in something other than the Lord.
The good news is that believers do not need to rely on zodiac signs to understand their future.
God holds the future in His hands, and He promises to lead those who follow Him.
Trusting in Him brings more peace than any horoscope ever could.