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Interplay of the Static and the Dynamic in Vedic Astrology

  Interpretation in all horoscopy must be an interplay of the static and the dynamic, for it to be a complete and meaningful study. For instance, if we are only confined to the natal Rashi Chakra, and the various Yogas therein, then we are unable to understand the functioning of time.     If, on the other hand, we only examine Dasha, and that too largely Vimshottari Dasha reckoned from the Janma Nakshatra, then we have lost context, and the exercise will lose all value for that reason.    We must be mindful of the fact that numerous Dashas have been taught in the classical literature for good reason. These serve their own specific purposes. Dasha does not, and cannot, mean only Vimshottari Dasha reckoned from the Janma Nakshatra. At the same time the Janma Vimshottari Dasha is universally applicable to all horoscopes in the Kaliyuga and gives excellent results. The conclusion is that the other Dashas are crucial because they reveal aspects of the horoscope, through the working of Kala,
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Jupiter in Pisces: A Time For Blessings

  The differences between the journey of Jupiter in Aquarius previously, and now in Pisces, are great. The lordship of Shani debilitates Guru in Makara Rashi/ Capricorn. Though the situation is different in Aquarius, the fact remains that the sign is ruled by Saturn, while Jupiter Himself rules Pisces.  The Tattwa or the foundational element of the two Rashis is also different. Kumbha Rashi/ Aquarius has Vayu Tattwa while Meena Rashi/ Pisces has Jala Tattwa. Vayu is about strength and movement while Jala is about receptivity and connection. We have often said that Kumbha Rashi is one of the more Karmically loaded signs having significant Karma to be experienced in the charts of people. Apart from this, Kumbha houses the 11th house of the natural zodiac which is also the Badhaka Rashi for the Kalapurusha or the Cosmic Man.  It is this latter reason which qualifies the placement of Jupiter in this sign because the Devaguru has to work hard to dispel the darkness caused by the natural

Moving ahead with Vedic Astrology in February, 2023

At this time, people are looking to rebuild either their lives on the whole, or parts of it that matter most to them. In many regions, the threat of COVID-19 has transformed into some sort of alleviation. Those who have adhered closely to the higher realms of classical Jyotisha/ Vedic astrology in the past or are desirous of doing so now for good reason, would know to some extent that it is this art which has the potential to guide discerning human beings in this new world order in which there is much that is new, and a lot that is to be viewed with fresh eyes.  The two major outer planets, Guru/ Jupiter and Shani/ Saturn are both transiting in dignity. Guru is strongly placed in Meena Rashi/ Pisces, the own sign of the Devaguru and Shani has now moved to Kumbha Rashi/ Aquarius, initiating the Sade-Sati for Meena Rashi and commencing its culmination for Makara Rashi/ Capricorn.    Meena Rashi are blessed in that as their personal lives come under their own scrutiny and the pressures of

Planetary Positions in Vedic Astrology in May, 2022

  A lot has changed recently due to the transit of several planets in the zodiac in the reference frame of Vedic astrology. In Vedic astrology, we understand the overwhelming impact of planetary energies in all areas of our lives, having been witness to it in our own ways through our adherence to this knowledge.     Jupiter has transited out of Aquarius, and is now in his own sign Pisces, where the greatest benefic in the zodiac is most comfortable. In the tumultuous times that have overwhelmed the lives of people across the world over the past couple of years, the sage blessings of Jupiter are extremely welcome. He is the only planet who gives unconditionally in every horoscope irrespective of the role he plays functionally.    At the time of writing this paper, the other Guru, Venus, is also exalted in Pisces having joined Jupiter in Dwi-Guru Yoga. It is interesting that the planet ruling beauty, pleasure and worldly enjoyment finds sublimation in the sign of Jupiter. For those who h

Notes on the Jupiter Transit in Vedic Aquarius

There are two entities to be focused on- Aquarius/ Kumbha Rashi and Jupiter/ Guru, And in that order. A significant event in Vedic astrology has occurred in 2021, in that Jupiter is now transiting the sign of Aquarius.   In that order, because the Rashi indicates the world of tangible realities or the field of play. It is the Rashi or the Vedic sign which holds all matter, all things.  Kumbha Rashi is a field of play that is heavily burdened with Karma. It is where the shock to the collective psyche resides, for this sign is the Badhaka Rashi/ obstruction to the Ascendant/ Lagna of the Kalapurusha, being the 11 th  sign from the movable Mesha/ Aries.    Kumbha does not change itself for the Lagna rising; it retains its characteristics and gives them to the Bhava that resides there for any given nativity. It is for these reasons that the sojourn of Guru in this sign is considered so important. Kumbha is filled with darkness and with the intoxication of darkness. Researchers work through

Individual Karma in 2020 in the Times of a Global Pandemic: A Note in Vedic Astrology

The condition of the individual in the times of a global pandemic is a topic worthy of discussion. Individuals create the social fabric as themselves and as something larger than themselves through groups, institutions, movements, nations and so on.  In the various systems and techniques that the ancient art of Vedic astrology affords us, both the global scenario and the realities that obtain in the life of an individual can be studied with precision.  Human birth necessarily implies a fundamental differentiation, seen through the Arudha Lagna and the various other Arudha Pada, as well as thee Bhavas reckoned from the Arudha Lagna. it is natural then to ponder the question, as people are naturally doing- ‘What does this pandemic mean for me?’  In a recent paper we looked at the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19)-  https://planetarytransformation.blogspot.com/2020/03/coronavirus-covid-19-and-vedic-astrology.html . We also looked at the concept of social distancing throug

Social distancing and Vedic Astrology

The concept of social distancing, when examined through the principles of Vedic astrology, is best broken down first as an expression, into its   primary constituents- social and distancing. Society, and all things social, amongst the Grahas, are governed by the planet Moon. Moon (Chandra) is the significator (Karaka) for society and our interaction with others in society.   Distancing then necessarily implies something which influences the Moon to alter His innate behaviour, as it manifests through its natural significations. Distancing is a splitting apart, a moving away, which is a quality inherently harsh in its nature. Togetherness and proximity, interaction and sharing are being changed to distancing and separation. This is the work of the natural malefics.  Interestingly, it is social distancing which is one of the most crucial strategies that are being used across the world, through lockdowns and other means, to save lives in the face of novel coronavirus dise

Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Vedic Astrology

When we seek to evaluate the threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) with Vedic astrology, we find that root in the affliction of Jupiter in transit. Jupiter indicates human beings, the most intelligent in all creation. This is for the reason that Jupiter (Guru) is the Karaka for Dhi Shakti, the power of discrimination, which is what sets human beings apart.  Jupiter is aspected by exalted Rahu, and conjoined the combination of Mars and Ketu in Sagittarius. This is Pishacha Yoga aspected by Rahu. There is affliction of Jupiter by three dire malefics. Rahu and Mars are bitterly opposed to each other and worsen the affliction.  It appears plausible to hold that the virus is controlled by the Nodes because at the heart of its spread is the notion of foreign countries. As far as India is concerned, Wuhan, China is a foreign land where the virus originated. The threat at its core is linked with foreign travel. The other planets indicate subsidiary factors such as the dual signs indic

Jupiter Transit in Sagittarius in Vedic Astrology: A Tapestry of Karmic Implications

The transit of Jupiter, the greatest benefic planet in Vedic astrology, is important for various reasons. The thrust of these is that Jupiter represents the grace of divinity. So, no matter what else is happening in life, the impact of Jupiter is crucial in our lives. Even in stressed circumstances, the benign grace of Jupiter can bring crucial insights and help an individual through his problems. Perspective and faith can be life-transforming, and these come from the planet Jupiter.  Simply put, Jupiter is the representative of God in the Vedic horoscope. There are unconditional blessings from this planet for all of us and the reason is that He is the significator of Poorva Punya, good actions performed in past lives. The better those actions are, the more positive Jupiter is in the horoscope. Of course, if Karmas were beyond reproach, rebirth would not have occurred and the soul would have found release but with that limitation, Jupiter blesses us to the extent possible, given