Jai Sai Master!
Ajay, yes there is an element of Astrology in every 'tradition'. Thats a whole another discussion why christianity does not seem to have it.
Dileepgaru,
Being able to go to an astrologer, and that too a correct one, and then him getting the correct inference, and then you being able to implement it, etc. are all based on Karma if one sees from that perspective. Therefore, it is not really that an astrologer can help you in selecting a right path. For instance, there are so many thing that we know as 'right things', but we do not do it. Exercise, healthy eating, etc., and many more such facts are there which we know already as good, but how many of us follow them or design our lives so that we can follow such principles and facts? Also, how far will we/ can we trust the astrologer? And how is the life of astrologer himself? Is every astrologer successful in everything in their life? They check for muhurtas for their own sons and daughters, you think they all are leading happy lives?
So, I would not rely too much on astrology nor its predictions. However, I have tremendous respect over that science, because by the science of Astrology itself, predictive astrology never accurately works, especially for most people who are not leading a principled life. One can predict the course of a straight arrow, but not one of a crooked arrow, irrespective of the talents of the bowman.
I am reluctant to write more here on this topic myself because I know that much of it is my opinion rather than my understanding, but i can suggest you to listen to Master E.K.'s speeches on astrology for clarity on this matter. He vehemently condemns the popular 'predictive' astrology but gives a beautiful synthesis of these things. He very clearly states that for those who are following a Sadguru, or in the presence of a Sadguru, astrology is neither necessary nor will it work. He even condemns certain people from consulting any astrology for predictive reasons since it might obstruct their devotion towards the Lord.
As far as I understand, astrology is a way to understand the universe and helps to form the right attitude towards it. Using such for mundane things, in my honest opinion, is not only useless, but also harmful.
Jai Sai Master!!