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Frequently Used Terms in Vedic Astrology

* Available Jyotiṣa Services/ Vedic Astrology Services and Analyses The following are some of the more frequently used technical terms in Hindu Jyotish and an understanding of these can facilitate the learning of the spiritual art for those who may be so inclined. Though this does not purport to be a complete list of any sort, rather it is just an assemblage of terms as they come to the mind of the author, these can be pointers to greater research and reading. 1. Lagna: Ascendant; first house of any chart in the horoscope. 2. Chakra: Chart 3. Rashi: Sign, also used to denote the main chart 4. Rashi Chakra: Radix; Main natal chart 5. Varga Chakra: Divisional Chart; contrary to belief in certain quarters, these divisional charts are indispensable for any horoscopic analysis. They pertain to specific areas of life such as marriage and dharma, career and Karma, parents, education, property, vehicles and happiness from the same, spiritual aspects, past life, matrilineal Karma, pa