Jyotish or Vedic Astrology has its roots in the Vedas, India’s ancient sacred texts containing the fundamental knowledge of human existence. Véda means knowledge or wisdom derived from the root vid – ‘to know’. Vedic Astrology considers human life to be an interplay of the microcosm and the macrocosm. We live on one planet of our solar system, the Earth, and therefore, the other planets in this solar system influence our mental, physical, material, and spiritual states.The word Jyotiṣa or Jyotish means ‘Light’ and indicates the illumination required to see right from wrong. To Learn Vedic Astrology we use astronomy, mathematical calculations, the science of timekeeping, intuition, logic, and deep knowledge of planetary influences, combined with spiritual awareness, to guide us towards a more fulfilling life.
Jyotish or Vedic Astrology has its roots in the Vedas, India’s ancient sacred texts containing the fundamental knowledge of human existence. Véda means knowledge or wisdom derived from the root vid – ‘to know’. Vedic Astrology considers human life to be an interplay of the microcosm and the macrocosm. We live on one planet of our solar system, the Earth, and therefore, the other planets in this solar system influence our mental, physical, material, and spiritual states.The word Jyotiṣa or Jyotish means ‘Light’ and indicates the illumination required to see right from wrong. To Learn Vedic Astrology we use astronomy, mathematical calculations, the science of timekeeping, intuition, logic, and deep knowledge of planetary influences, combined with spiritual awareness, to guide us towards a more fulfilling life.
Yes, it works. Have you stood on a shoreline watching the waves on a full moon night? You will see the Moon working its influence on the waves. It’s called the pull of the Moon’s gravity on the ocean tides. If that can happen, how can we doubt that the human body with more than 90 per cent water will not feel the effect of the Moon’s gravitational pull?There is ample evidence about the truth of astrological predictions in the public domain. It is another matter that people try to devalue its origins and merits. The influence of the planets on Earth is a validated principle.Ancient astrologers in the Hellenistic period and the Vedic period on both sides of the world kept records of the astronomical phenomenon, looking for connections between the celestial bodies in the sky, their movements, and their influence on the terrestrial globe. In earlier times, astrology was a part of natural philosophy in the West.
Vastu or Vastu Shastra (the science of architecture) is a traditional Indian system that lays down principles for design, measurements, space arrangement, and geometry of space for architecture. It can be for the entire structure and the various divisions such as rooms, beams, walls, ceilings, windows, etc. Vastu lays down the principles of building these features to align with the laws of nature and the elements such as the sun, wind, space, water, and fire. The interplay of these elements in a building or house adheres to the Vastu principles that promote harmony and health for the resident individuals. But is that all? Vedic Vastu Shastra is a bit different and is done based on your horoscope to suit you, Kaartik Gor is an expert and has handled multiple projects on Vastu globally.
Vastu harmonises the interplay of nature’s elements and topography (where the house or structure is built). It gives importance to the structure’s purpose related to the horoscope or birth chart of the individual who will own that place (like a factory or office building) or live in it.
A thorough study of these elements is critical for proper Vastu guidelines. It is wrong to think that Vastu works the same for everyone. It is a highly evolved system based on the laws of nature and their impact on the human mind and body.
It is a planetary event in an individual’s horoscope where the planets in the 12 houses are hemmed between the houses or bhavas occupied by Rahu and Ketu. There are broadly two kinds of KalaSarpa: All planets between Rahu-Ketu or Ketu-Rahu, and each has its influence on the individual’s birth chart.
Read Kaartik’s detailed blog on the astrological indications, impact, and impact of KaalSarpa.
- Vaara or the day of the week.
- Tithi or the Moon’s phase.
- Karana or half Tithi, or phase of the Moon, further zeroing in on the timing.
- Yoga is calculated by adding the Sun and Moon’s longitudes and dividing them into 27 parts, of which some are auspicious and the rest not for undertaking work or purpose.
- Nakshatra or the star the Moon is in at the time under consideration.
Other considerations include Hora or the one-hour duration during the day, ruled by a planet, Kalas or further aspects of the day, etc.
All these are analysed to decide the auspicious timing for an event or activity.
An enormous disservice to Vedic Astrology is creating a fear syndrome in the name of birth chart analysis or the role of planets. Sadesati or the 7-1/2-year return of Saturn in the 12th, 1st and 2nd houses from the Moon’s position in the horoscope. It is the journey of Saturn through these houses that occurs approximately every 29 years. (Saturn stays in one house in the birth chart for approximately 2.5 years. So, the combined stay through three houses of 12th, 1st and 2nd is about 7-1/2 years Sadesati as it is called in Hindi).
Sadesati and its impact are calculated based on the placement of Saturn, its strength and influences, the position of other planets, and divisional chart calculations. Hence, to say that Sadesati is always negative is incorrect, misleading, and unethical. On the contrary, a well-placed Saturn can confer highly favourable results in an individual’s life, and it can give fame, wealth, and success and take a person to great heights. Any astrologer who scares you in the name of Sadesati as a catch-all bad phase is not observing due diligence in providing you with guidance.
The simple answer is anyone can learn astrology.
You need a sincere bent of mind, spiritual attitude, and the yearning to help people see their true lifepath. Mathematical skills, a retentive memory, a deeply analytical mind, and a strong intuition are also musts because system of Vedic Astrology is vast, deep, and profound.
Choose a reputed teacher from a strong lineage or Parampara who has learnt from the best astrology guru. Online astrology classes are available for all aspiring students and you don’t want to miss this opportunity in this lifetime!
‘Muhurat’ or ‘Muhurta’ refers to a moment in the day considered the most auspicious for an activity to commence. It is a system used by the Hindu calendar to determine the best time to initiate an event or action. According to this system, there are 30 muhurtas in a day which correspond to the 24 hours of the Western calendar. Depending on the time, Muhurtas can be auspicious, neutral, or inauspicious. So, for example, if you want to do pooja, prayer or ritual, you must choose an auspicious muhurta. If you select a particular activity that is considered inauspicious, the astrologer will advise you to pick an auspicious time instead.
The purpose of muhurta is to help people gain positive results from their activities.
You must have heard of the saying, ‘It is essential to have good tools, but it is also essential that the tools should be used in the right way.’ The same is true of astrological predictions. The system of Vedic Astrology is based on centuries-old wisdom and the insights of masters and sages. It is a vast, deep, and profound domain, and only those with thorough knowledge of its intricate and complex workings can accurately predict outcomes.
Jyotiṣa is an ocean, and it’s impossible to cross this in one lifetime. Astrological knowledge is vast and involves numerous permutations/combinations to arrive at a particular prediction.
Astrological predictions go wrong not because astrology is at fault but because of the astrologer’s insufficient knowledge. Please remember this essential point when you seek astrological guidance.
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It involves comparing the boy’s and girl’s birth charts to check various levels of compatibility for marriage. A good astrologer will analyse several aspects such as harmony, physical compatibility, longevity, the strength of their bond, scope of prosperity, children, etc.
The planets’ positions in the two horoscopes are studied to see if they are in harmony or conflict regarding the couple’s prospects of togetherness and the degree of compatibility.
A complex calculation and marriage compatibility is best done by a reputed astrologer who thoroughly studies various aspects before pronouncing the verdict. Online horoscope matching is only an approximate exercise and cannot be accurate like a personalised reading.
Varshaphala is drawn for a solar year based on the position of the Sun at the exact longitude as at the time of the individual’s birth. It analyses the individual’s prospects in the year ahead based on their birth chart in conjunction with the transit of the planets in the coming year.
Our destiny is determined at the time of our birth. Planetary placements in a birth chart result from past karmas and point to possibilities of our actions if we do not change our outlook. For example, you see money lying on the street. You have three choices born of free will: pick it up and pocket it. Donate it to a needy person. Or leave it lying there. Each action has merit or demerit.
Free will is a powerful force; it’s about the conscious choices that will either mitigate bad Karma or add to it. So, fate or destiny and free will are intertwined. The more you make ethical choices out of free will, the more you alter your future.
So, do good, think pure thoughts, and lead an honest life. You can undo your past-life Karma, and the choice is yours.
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Prashna means Question. It is a method of answering a particular question by an individual based on the time of the question and a reading of a person’s birth chart. The Vedic Astrologer analyses these interconnections to provide the answer.
Not every Vedic Astrologer is adept in the Prashna method. Only a trained astrologer can draw a Prashna chart and answer the question correctly because there are special rules applicable in Prashna. Also, the question must be precise, truthful, focused, not vague or insincere.
Does the universe work in a pattern? It does. Omens or Nimittas are manifestations of the forces of the universe. They are expressions of the universe’s energies and can be benign or hostile. One of the most common experiences is the signs in the air, as we call them. Imagine you are going for an appointment, and suddenly, someone has an accident or a tree falls on the road; what’s your immediate reaction? You feel upset because they are not positive events.
Nimittas are signals we catch that foretell the course of the outcome. When an individual asks a question, the astrologer will pay attention to the surroundings and analyse the mood and moment. Positive signs will indicate success, while negative signs indicate the contrary.
Do not fear Nimittas but learn to find the strength to face the challenges.
The differences between the two methods lie in the birth chart grid. The North Indian Chart, drawn as a diamond-shaped house within a rectangular grid, runs counter-clockwise in the 12 house or bhava. In the South Indian birth chart, the rectangular grid goes clockwise from any house or bhava.
In the North Indian chart, the zodiac sign symbol is numbered, with Aries being 1, Taurus being 2, and so on, and the ascendant house is always at the top of the grid, numbered per the sign. In the South Indian chart, Aries is always in the 2nd House from the top left of the rectangular birth chart grid, and the Ascendant House can be anywhere in the clockwise sequence depending on the time of birth.
Beyond these differences, the two methods follow the same Vedic Astrological principles.
These are highly generalised predictions for mass consumption based on Ascendant Signs (Lagna), Moon Birth Signs, or Rasis. They are generic and of little relevance to the individual’s birth chart. They cannot offer an accurate picture because they do not consider the various influences of planets, conjunctions, aspects, and other calculations that make a birth chart a unique map of a person’s life path.
Read them to satisfy your curiosity if you must, but if you want accurate predictions for your birth chart, consult an astrologer.
We understand why this can happen. Unfortunately, many Vedic Astrologers take to this revered system for vested interests and diminish its purity and nobility. So, it is natural to lose faith. But as we said earlier, it’s not astrology that needs to be questioned; it’s the astrologer who is doing it a disservice.
Make sure you approach a reputed, ethical, and experienced astrologer from a distinguished lineage, and your faith in astrology will be restored.
Yes, Shivo Ham, there is a part of God in us. Per our Parampara and Shiva Purana, we always chose the 5th lord for our primary Rudraksha or a 5-Mukhi Rudraksha, but the knowledge is more profound than this. The 5th house is about our insecurities, too, since it is connected to our future (Kids, Speculation, etc.). So, wearing a Rudraksha right for you is a good decision.
Yantras have multiple uses, and the removal of Vastu dosha is one of them. People’s common mistake with yantras is buying them and installing them without ‘activating’ them. It’s like having an ATM card without a 4-digit pin. Yantras are used to activate Rājayoga in a horoscope; even the placement and direction of the Yantra at home or office must be based on the horoscope or birth chart.
For example, Kaartik has Jupiter in Lagna, and he has placed a Vyasa Yantra above the place he sits during his teaching classes or consultations.
Surya is the initiator of all Rājayoga, and all classics confirm that. This Yantra’s design is based on the ancient knowledge of my Parampara to help you initiate yoga to promote your health, wealth, or prosperity. The central part is the focus of the Surya Yantra, and it’s essential to activate it. You can read more about it in this website’s Yantra section.
There is no easy answer. It’s like asking a person who has never seen you, ‘Which shirt should I buy?” Just like a tailor needs to take your measurements to stitch you a shirt with the perfect fit, it’s essential to consult an astrologer to know if you should wear a gemstone or not. Your horoscope must be analysed before making recommendations. Also, every gemstone has a purpose, and it is essential to understand it. What is your aim? Do you want more wealth, better health, or good family life? Are you looking for short-term or long-term solutions? It’s akin to choosing winter clothing, summer dresses or all-weather garments, and each call for a different approach.
Much astrological software blindly recommends the gemstone of a person’s Lagna lord, and nothing can be more erroneous. Wearing a gemstone is not a trivial matter; it requires the advice and guidance of an experienced astrologer.
They can, but there are rules. Kaartik teaches his students to recite mantras before opening ANY horoscope or doing a Prashna. The death chart is called Punya Chakra, and it guides us on the soul’s journey after death. Remedies can help the soul reach its destination faster, and it’s like having a platinum pass.
In Hindi, the journey of death is called ‘Antim Yatra (or Last Journey). Punya Chakra reveals the soul’s last voyage and how it will pan out. Will the soul be reborn? If yes, where? What karmas is taking the soul to moksha or higher lokas? All this can be seen in the Punya Chakra. How does it help the departed soul? Family members can initiate remedies to ensure the soul reaches its destination and does not fall (if indicated in the Punya chakra).
However, students of astrology are warned not to undertake it as a pastime. Open the reading ONLY after reciting the proper mantras and gaining the approval of your mentor/guru.
In Jyotiṣa, multiple yogas can form in a birth chart but not all become functional. Some yogas are defunct, and some are dependent on the dasha. Sun is the initiator of all Rājayoga; hence we also need to activate yoga via mantras or yantras.
Some yogas are ‘Bhavishyat Yogas’ (Future Yogas) that will fulfil in another lifetime.
Finally, there is Kriyaman Karma or current actions, which depending on good or bad, can initiate or destroy a Rājayoga. Never underestimate the power of Shiva’s trident!
Both Maharishi Parashara and Jaimini were contemporary geniuses. Jaimini’s methods were aligned more towards Kaliyuga; hence his sutras are bolder yet strategic.
Having said this, learning Jaimini is complex and not for the faint-hearted. Each sutra is decoded in a secret language called as Katapayadi system because the objective was to prevent the knowledge from ending up in the wrong hands.
In a nutshell, both approaches are complementary, but when in doubt. Refer to Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS).
You can listen to Kaartik’s podcast on this topic here.
Just as we have different authors on a subject, the beautiful world of Jyotiṣa has several wise minds nurturing its core principles. Sārāvaliī is by Kalyana Verma, and if you want to learn the role of Chandra/Moon in astrology, this is a text you can’t ignore.
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS) and Jaimini Sutras are go-to guides.Our tradition does not encourage Lal Kitaab, as it’s advisable to avoid the dark side and not spoil your Kriyaman karmas.
Karma is seen in various forms in a horoscope. Your Prārabdh Karma (past life Karma) is seen from your birth horoscope, while your Kriyaman Karma (Karma after birth) is seen from Prashna. Please read Kaartik’s article and watch his video on this topic.
Human beings have numerous facets. We are good in some respects, average in some and poor in others. For example, someone could be an excellent professional, a good husband but an uncaring father or son.
The Shoḍaśavarga, or 16 divisional charts, talk about us in 16 aspects and attitudes, achievements, and setbacks in specific areas of life. Studying these 16 divisional charts gives a comprehensive picture of how we can optimise our talents, strengthen our weaknesses, and meet challenges.
This depends on what you want to study. Navāṁśa or D9 is the most critical chart since it accumulates your overall Bhagya or luck (or misfortunes). If you’re going to refer to a specific divisional chart, you can refer to the Navamsa and then confirm the event in the Rāsi chart of the horoscope.
For example, a person says, ‘I have lost my job’. How do we handle this question?
We first ensure the birth chart is rectified to the exact time of birth so the event shows up in the Dasāṁśa or D10 chart. The Dasa, at that point, must have an impact on the 8th or 3rd lord if the person has a job.
We then check the Navamsa to confirm if the event is adverse or a blessing in disguise. Then, we look at the Rasi chart to see the impact of the job loss and its consequences.
Unfortunately, some astrologers have made Rahu and Saturn the eternal bad guys. Based on our karmas, each planet has a project/portfolio to handle, and a planet will only act according to your karmas. So, its influence on your life is more about YOU than the planet. Rahu’s positive possibilities are immense. It gives you foreign residence, intellect, the ability to think deep and strategic, fame, and wealth. Are these bad things to have?
Yes, Rahu is a tamasic planet; it can take you away from spiritual goals, but equally, it can also take you towards spirituality under the influence of benign plants.
If you are an entrepreneur, you need Rahu to help you succeed.
Rahu tempts you into karmas, so you are reborn and go through the drill of working out your karmas all over again. The key to preventing rebirths is to understand the power of temptations and illusion and not be lured by them for easy gains for the body and mind.
If you decide to give in to temptation, why blame Rahu?
Ask yourself these two questions:
Are you looking for prosperity and financial surety?
Do you desire health and happiness?
Based on your pick, check if you have any planet in Digbala from Lagna or Āruḍha Lagna. Digbala from Āruḍha lagna will ensure financial prosperity, Digbala from lagna will ensure good health.
Also, check the direction of the planet based on Kalachakra’s directions.
Kaartik has made diet charts based on horoscopes and has seen great results. For example, we tend to avoid foods associated with the planet in the 8th house. Likewise, we can do a SWOT analysis of all the nine planets and devise a good diet for our health.
For example, Mercury rules cardio, and Mars rules weight training. So, by studying the planetary positions, an individual can be guided to the proper diet for optimum health and wellness.
Every astrologer has an approach that works well with truth and wisdom. Some astrologers study only the Rasi chart yet are brilliant with their predictions. Also, it depends on the issue. If the question is related to marriage/relationship, reading the Rasi and Navamsa charts are sufficient.
Yes, and this is where Jaimini is brilliant! Students of astrology are advised not to reveal this outcome if they spot it in a chart unless the spouse asks for the answer, and it’s not suitable for an astrologer to display their skill on such sensitive matters.
Yes, it is, and there are rules about who can be affected and who won’t. There are clear rules for those who can do black magic, and you surely want to stay away from them.
These cases require harsh remedies and can be a dark phase in life.
To answer, in short, look at the relationship between the 6th House Lord (motive) with Bādhaka to assess the situation. The 8th House Lord, if involved, can be life-threatening too. The role of Gulika and Mandi need to be checked apart from other factors.
Numerology is based on numbers and their properties. Every number has an inherent characteristic, and these are co-related to your name, date of birth, and place of birth to determine your path and the choices you can make for better prospects.
There is ample evidence that numerology was used in ancient days in many civilisations, including Chinese, Japanese, Roman and Babylonian.
