Jyotish, Yoga, Metaphysics & Education

 Over the last 15-20 years ago, physical Yoga, as a health exercise and a way of life, has grown in popularity around the world. Since then, the health practices of Ayurveda (through the works of Deepak Chopra & Dr David Frawley), and now the philosophy of Advaita (eg. from Ramana Maharishi to Eckhart Tolle) and the study of Jyotish (Vedic Astrology), are doing the same.

It is my belief that a deeper understanding of metaphysics/sacred geometry/mysticism & mythology (of all traditions) and the integration of these holistic systems into the mainstream of many people's lives and cultures will help revolutionize a spiritual consciousness that is taking place under the current era of global financial, mental and spiritual crisis.

A deeper, intellectual understanding of  inter-faith and a humanistic approach is required. As examples, consider the importance of Sufism, Yoga/Tantra & Zen in the world today and the following links:-

Sufism (Mystic Islam):  for more links on the mysticism & Sufism, to the sacred geometry in Islamic architecture, it's lunar calendar & the metaphysics of the Perennialists, See; http://innereyesfamilyorchestra.blogspot.com/2011/11/islam-sufism-great-muslim-sufi-scholars.html
Yoga: Hinduism or Health: http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/2008/12/yoga-in-hinduism.html
 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_philosophy & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maya_%28illusion%29 (Maya) & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gu%E1%B9%87a (Guna)
Yoga in Sufism: (bottom of post) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga
Zen: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zen
Comparative Mysticism:   http://www.age-of-the-sage.org/mysticism/index.html & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mysticism
Transcendentalism (in the USA & the West): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendentalism & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_idealism
Perennialism (Unity of Mystic Faiths/Metaphysicians): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perennial_philosophy; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traditionalist_School, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Integral_%28spirituality%29, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_perennialism
Etymology, Symbolism & Mythology: http://www.constellationsofwords.com/; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Etymology; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symbolism & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mythology
Philosophy, Epistemology & Metaphysics:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophy, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epistemology, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metaphysics,  http://www.venoastrology.com/article5.htm
Humanism & Philanthropy: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humanism & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philanthropy
Sathya Sai Baba Organisation (Philanthropy, Perennialist Philosophy of the Sanata Dharma, to education in human values) http://amamariesimard.tripod.com/id12.html & http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/ (links to Sai organsiation, inter-faith groups, other spiritual teachers & Yoga) 
Philanthropic (Metaphysics) Business Model:  http://metaphysicalhouse.blogspot.com/  (brief introduction to metaphysics at bottom half of post page)

For this purpose, I proposed a vision (the Jiva Project - 2003) for the synthesis of business, educational (including mystic/metaphysical inter-faith) and a health model through the ideas presented on my JiVa5 edu-create proposal - via http://www.scribd.com/doc/59746774/Edu-Create-Book. or http://www.cyberax.eu/book/2091309/edu-create-book (an educational proposal using the language of metaphor, metaphysics and associative symbolic learning (including Jyotish)  to bridge the edu-care of human values with the education of socratic perennialism; the Appendix has more on philosophy & Vedantic metaphysics)

JYOTISH, YOGA & d'CHAKRAPEDIA

Using the metaphysical axiom of "as above, so below", this is a proposal to suggest an internet astro-chakra portal to help connect knowledge categorised into 7 levels of symbolic associated topics based on correlations between chakras in Yoga and the karakas of Jyotish astrology to the affairs of daily life. Posts could be collected as in "wikipedia" and compartmetalised in sub-portal topics in one of the relevant 7 main chakra portals. A search engine could be developed to find pages stored in their relevant sub-portal; in the process, revealing the associated topics in other sub-portals. See an example of this through the "chakrapedia" link below.

Connecting Yoga(chakras) & Jyotish (planetary karakas) through the Metaphyics of Sankhya Philosophy

Based on the Sankya philosophy, the microcosm (Jiva - soul) and macrocosm (Siva - God) are one and the same Purusha (spirit) with the 5 elemental Prakriti (nature) constituting and enveloping both.

These 5 elements correlate to the 5 Senses/Planets/Values:-
Ether&Jupiter/Space,Sound,Ears,Hearing/Ahimsa Non-violence;
Air & Saturn/Time, Skin & Touch/Shanti & Peace;
Fire & Mars/Light, Eyes & Sight/Sathya & Truth;
Water & Venus/Tongue & Taste/Prema & Love;
Earth & Mercury/Nose & Smell/Dharma & Right Action.

In the astrological context, the power of Maya (illusion of the Moon's Nodes)creates the flux in the Space (Jupiter) of consciousness, in which Sun's light is veiled and refracted into a world, with its laws and limits of Saturn, Time and Karma.

It operates on the particularised Jiva as the 5 koshas (sheaths of food, life force, mind, intelligence and bliss).

In jyotish (vedic astrology and astronomy), this power of Maya is represented by the ecliptic points Kethu (south node) and Rahu (north node of the Moon).

From the perspective of the chakra system of hatha/kundalini Yoga, these nodes represent the 7th crown (universal) chakra; the 1008 petalled lotus.

Kethu (the veiling, upward and releasing power) eclipses the sun, whilst Rahu (the projecting, involuting downward materialising power) eclipses the Moon. Thus, the 6th chakra with its 2 petals and nadis (solar and lunar) represent these two luminaries below the 7th. Consecutively below the 6th are the 5th chakra (ruled by Mercury with its 2 signs), the 4th chakra (Venus), 3rd (Mars), 2nd (Jupiter) and 1st (Saturn).

Through this scheme, 2 signs share a chakra each, and all 12 signs represent the 6 ascending chakras with the 7th ruled by the nodes; the last representing Maya's hold by the Purusha (spirit) creating the sense of duality of consciousness, separation and plurality of JiVas.

By this integration of the 7 levels of yoga with jyotish, I developed the idea of a d'Chakrapaedia which correlates the 7 chakras to 7 portals of "knowing"; ie. Divinity, Detachment, Discrimination, Devotion, Determination, Desire (Discipline), Duty (& the Dollar). See http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/. The blog correlates the 7 chakras, as the quantum and metaphysical portals, to "you" as the "knower" or "jiva", and shares knowledge of the "world" or "known" through these 7 portals of knowing in the context of Sai Baba's and others teachings.

The aim is a more synthesized knowledge base, unifying knowledge into a fullness that helps the knower become more naturally one with the known (the world) and guide one to a spiritual knowledge of oneself.

Note: The Real Self or Brahman principle is beyond the 7 chakra centres but is, according to the Advaita Vedanta of Ramana Maharishi, located in the body as the sense of "I" (ie. the 8 petalled lotus in the right side of the chest, and NOT the physical heart or anahata 4th chakra with its associated cardiac plexus and thymus gland).

This Spiritual Heart centre is connected through the crown chakra via the "amrita nadi". However, the chit-jagath granthi (knot of world consciousness) veils this Heart due to the mind being turned outwards and ignorantly and habitually identified with the limited body, maintaining one's sense of separation from the world.

However, once this knot is released through abidance in and realisation of the Real Self (the Brahman or Tat,) becoming the Jiva-atma (the Soul or Twam), the "knower, knowing & knowledge" are transcended; Brahman being beyond time, space, knowability or "chakras"! This is called a "samadhi" (Moksha) experience in Hinduism, a "satrori" (Nirvana) experience in Buddhism, and a "Fanaa" in Sufism. Once this experience has been gained by Grace and established by conviction, all knowledge is revealed by ones own consciousness until consciousness itself is fully transcended whilst living - ie. a jivamukti or death in life.

In the meantime, spirit ironically needs matter (the body) to realise it is not the body! From earth to ether, the life force has to mature through the bio-mechanical (earth) to bio-chemical (water) means through bio-vibrational/pranic (fire) transformation to bio-environ-mental (air) and bio-spiritual (ether)levels. The nadis carrying the life force have to evolve the mind and consciousness through to the 7th level chakra to attain the pranava (OM) and realise the Atmic Self or Brahma beyond.

So why not develop a chakrapedia to consciously direct the life force with self-awareness, and thereby facilitate the ripening of mind through a metaphysical integration of knowledge; ultimately arriving at the Truth or freedom of Spirit beyond both knowledge, ignorance and the need to know!

With a chakrapedia, this might start at the level of knowledge of the body and its 7 chakras, ie. a level of ignorance and inertia (tama guna), but could also provide the foundation for higher, inner knowledge as the 3 "gunas" (tama, raja & satwa) of prakriti (nature) that constitute the primordial sound AUM of consciousness with its (and humanities shared) 3 inner (deep sleep, dream, waking states) and outer (night, dawn-dusk, day) states of change. This knowledge, as consciousness, prepares the knower for the experience of the Spiritual Heart, Real Self or Brahman.

To quote Sai Baba; "by imbibing the teachings...your Tamo Guna (quality of inertia) will be raised into Raja Guna (quality of rigorous activity) and purified into Satwa Guna (quality of poise and serenity). It is like the fruit growing by the combined influence of the earth and the sun first into the full sourness, then to partial sweetness and finally complete sweetness, in three stages. Man too by the twin forces of the grace from without and the yearning from within grows into the complete sweetness of Ananda (bliss) and Prema (Love)".

The end of knowledge is love, the end of wisdom is freedom. Tat Twam Asi (I am That - the particularised and Universal are One)

or, as Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj said;

"Love says 'I am everything.' Wisdom says 'I am nothing.' Between the two, my life flows."

Metaphysics of Yoga ("YogA-U-Metaphysics")

For more on Yoga:  Hinduism versus the role of Health in Yoga:-

PLEASE READ:

 

http://yogametaphysics.wordpress.com/about/ 

&

http://yogametaphysics.wordpress.com/  

More on Chakras:-

The 7 chakras can be correlated to the 7 Rays of the Theosophical Movement (ie. esoteric astrology of Alice Bailey) using the astro-yogic correspondence to planets and their signs of ownership and exaltation (as explained on the above link).

Thus, from the above, the metaphysics of the 7 chakras of the Indian Yoga system may be researched to relate the 7 Rays of the New Age Movement (Aquarian Age); based on the metaphysics of 7, from its sacred geometry originating in the West (through the Greek Mystery schools of Pythagorus).

Notably, in numerology and mystery schools, the sacred geometry of the number 7 plays a prominent role in everything from the angle of the pyramids to the numerological value of AUM in the Vedic system.

Also, interestingly, Sri Aurobindo, who envisaged a golden age of heaven on earth, has as his symbol the six pointed star with the 7th lotus in the middle (symbolising the crown chakra in the Heart).

With the dawn of the Aquarian Age, many of these New Age movements have talked about the entering of the 7th Violet Ray and a Golden Age of Truth for Mankind; a manifestation of Sat-ya (Truth) Loka (7th heaven) on Earth. Aquarius is ruled by Sat-urn, Uranus & Rahu. Sap-ta in Sanskrit means 7 and Aquarius governs the 1st chakra. Therefore, the Aquarian Age of the 7th Ray is envisioned as a Golden Age in which the highest heaven (Sat-ya) Loka will be manifested on earth (bhur loka - base chakra).

Like the Indians, the Greeks connected the Age of Saturn to an Age of Truth. The sign Libra, which is where Saturn is exalted, is often found prominent in the charts of spiritual leaders such as Ramana Maharishi (Ascendant), Mahatma Ghandi (Ascendant), Sat-ya Sai Baba (Ascendant) and Paramamsa Ramakrishna (Ascendant lord Saturn exalted in Libra), and embodies the spiritual ideal on earth. Note that the Sun (Soul) is exalted in Aries but opposite to it (Saturn in Libra) represents the souls perfection (in matter) on the physical plane (heaven on earth).

YOGA d'CHAKRAPEDIA PORTAL (Sathya Sai Baba Blog)

(7 chakras to 7 portals of "knowing"; ie. Divinity, Detachment, Discrimination, Devotion, Determination, Desire (Discipline), Duty (Dollar). See http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/

For a more detailed explanation of the yoga-chakrapedia-portal design "I-sight", see http://metaphysicalhouse.blogspot.com/2010_05_01_archive.html

Below are some links from the above mentioned chakrapedia (with visions of the future)

http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/2008/12/swamis-metaphysical-school-mysore.html

http://jiva5lotus.blogspot.com/2010/05/model-for-capital-communalism.html

http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/2008/12/metaphysical-religion-of-identity.html

http://yoga-chakrapedia-portal.blogspot.com/2008/12/question-of-identity.html

10 Common Controversial (Categories) Factors in Vedic Astrology

Vedic Astrology is a science based on the authorities of the ancient rishis or seers of India. Notably, Parasara and Jaimini's works have remained the classic text through which we use astrological rules to base an interpretation. However, there still remains much controversy over various factors in determining the correct interpretation of a chart. This is largely due to differences of opinion of other classic authorities as well as due to the additions given by more modern vedic astrologers based on their experience.

This post is a list of 10 such factors, which usually have to do with either;
i) determination of strength or weakness of the planet
ii) technicality of rules and their application
iii) technicality of calculation

i) Strength or weakness of a planet

Strength = the power to manifest potential of combinations depends on inherent strength of planets in chart. Two approaches considered:-

a) Quantative = Shadbaba (planetary strength), Bhava Bala (House Strength), Vimshpaak (sign strength) & Ashtavarga (aspectual strength); noting ishta phala

b) Qualitative = angular planets, tripod strength (of Ascendant, Moon and Sun), depositorship, aspects, retrogression, combustion, avastha, pushkara, mid-house position, vargotomma, no. of times planet in own/exaltation sign in divisionals (ie. observing vimshopak impact in Rasi eg. lordship) neechabhanga etc.

Note that the strength of a planet can indicate the PLANETARY TYPE. Each planet should be individually assessed, combining all rules for strength, to determine their power. Using the quantitive measure of Ishta Phala and the qualitative analysis of all aspects (planetary, rasi, argala, ashtakvarga, orbs, configurations, bhavat bhavam) on the planetary type, its positive or negative expression can be assessed.

From the above factors for strength, some of the controversial ones have been categorised below under 10 headings. The first factor on retrogression includes examples of (how you can do your own) research for the various opinions on the subject matter (questions posed).

1. RETROGRESSION - when does it contribute to strength or weakness of a planet as well as how does it modify the effect of a planet (malefic or benefic; exaltation or debilitation; sign before, towards or away combustion, or on other planets in conjunction with a retrograde planet?). What is the special rule for aspects with regard to retrograde planets? (ie. aspects include from previous sign). How does house position affect retrogression? (ie. retrograde natural malefic planet in angle or trine VS a retrograde natural benefic in angle or trine houses VS a retrograde natural malefic/benefic in dusthana houses?). And what if (as in these mentioned cases) the planet is in exaltation or debilitation?. Does a retrograde planet act like the sign opposite to it? Is Neechabhanga possible for a planet that is debilitated and retrograde or does it depend on house position? What happens when a planet is retrograde but exalted? (eg. Rama & Saturn). Or do retrograde planets strengthen all planets but the above queries must be applied to exaltation/debilitation planets only?

Research according to Classics

Parasara states that a retrograde is stronger (Chesta Bala)than a direct planet. Lal Kitab states that a direct planet achieves its aim and destination whereas a retro planet is deprived of its destination. According to Sarvartha Chintamani, as lord of an evil house it increases the evil effect (ie. increases effect of house he rules and where he placed). Phala Deepika states that the dasa period of an unafflicted retro planet increases the things it signifies. In Uttara Kalamrita it states, "When a planet is retrograde motion, his strength is similar to to a planet in exaltation. If a planet is conjoined a retrograde planet, his strength is half rupa. When a planet is in his sign of exaltation but retrograde he gets zero rupa. If a planet be retrograde while in debilitation his strength is similar to exaltation".

Research according to contemporary astrologers

ie. Dr David Frawley indicates retrograde planets gives uncertain results. Levacy indicates that a retro planet exhibits more of what is already has (for good or bad); others say it causes energy to reverse, internalise, etc...(Do not forget to consider the contemporary opinions of authorities such as B.V. Raman, KN Rao & Sanjay Rath) Bepin Behari gives a good description of the qualitative, psychological effects of retrogression. Generally, retrogression seems to indicates some karmic/past/subconscious introspective cause to be worked through. It can reveal a challenge the soul has to go through in not following the dictates of the outer worlds expectations but the promptings of the conscience. Grace Inglis book on retrograde planets (Ch 6) is also a very useful resource on the subject.

Research the Web (examples)

http://www.komilla.com/pages/RetrogradePlanets.html

http://www.indiadivine.org/audarya/vedic-astrology-jyotisha/329809-retrogression.html

http://www.astroiq.com/LearnAstroFromVinay1.aspx

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=10617

2. COMBUSTION - what is the orb of combustion for planets? what is the effect? Are there any exceptions to the rule, or factors that will modify the effect on a planet within its orb of combustion in a chart?

As above, now research the classics, contemporary opinions, your experience & the web ...

3. AVASTA/PUSHKARA/VARGOTOMMA/NAVAMSA - which factor of strength predominates when a planet is in its last or first degree but is in vargotomma and/or pushkara sign?

What happens to the strength of an exaltation planet when it is debilitated in Navamsa and vica versa (debilitated planet exalted in Navamsa?). What happens when a planet is debilitated but vargotomma?

4. MAHAPURUSHA/NEECHABHANGA/VIPREET YOGAS - what are the factors that clearly constitute these yogas? ie. what are the requirements for a pure Mahapurusha yoga?; factors for an effective Bhanga rajayoga or cancellation of exaltation?; does a planet aspecting a vipreet yoga reduce or cancel its effects? What other combinations, apart from lordship, constitute a vipreet raja yoga?

(Note Uttara Kalamrita states that, "a planet in conjunction with an exalted planet gets half rupa but in conjunction with a debilitated planet he gets zero rupa. A planet in conjunction with a malefic who is a friend or with a benefic who is an enemy gets half rupa").

In terms of " doshas" in general, such as kendra pati dosha (for Jupiter) or Kuja dosha, how do they apply and how are they modified in a chart (eg. for Gemini & Sag Ascendants)?

For overall yogas of charts, what factors outweigh each other (eg. the negative of a papa argala, kemadruma, sakata, pasca shrapit (Saturn Rahu), guru-chandal or kalsapra yoga VS the positives of a powerful rajayoga or Jupiter in Ascendant etc)?...as well as comparing these yogas from Moon (inner?) vs Ascendant (outer?) levels of operation.

ii) technicality of rules and their application

To a some extent, many factors to do with assessing strength also impact rules and their application (as in point 4.). For example, (for the following point 5.) does the use of rasi in determining benefic vs malefic influences in a planet in a house contribute to strength?.

5. RASI PLANETARY ASPECTS - eg. Are Rasi aspects used in a Rasi chart interpretation? Are Planetary aspects used in divisionals? What is their use in Yogas (for rules of Parasara & Jaimini astrology). Do Rasi aspects vary depending on a relationship of houses ie. if planet in fixed sign aspects a planet in a cardinal sign by a 6/8 relationship rather than a 3/11 one?

6. ARGALA (+ Virodhargala) & ASHTAKVARGA as modified type aspects - eg. Is argala to be treated like an aspect? What is the difference between a bhadaka planet and papa argala in causing obstructions and what are their remedials? Does an argal aid or obstruction vary depending on 2nd (wealth), 4th (comforts) vs 11th position (gains) vs 12th (losses), 10th (work) & 3rd (effort)? How do secondary argalars work? (ie. 5th and 9th form a sign). Are there exceptions to the rule? (ie. many malefics 3rd from a house, etc.). What happens when a planet causing argala is stronger (or having a more advanced longitude in the sign)than the one obstructing it (Virodhargala) and vica versa?

Does a high number of (Binna & Savra Ashtavarga) points to a sign contribute to the strength of planets in that sign?

NOTE: that both Argala and ashtakvarga appear like complex aspects revealing the planets relative position to each other. Along with bhavat bhavam (sign lord position) from the planet can reveal a lot about a planet.

7. BHAVA CHAKRA vs RASI CHAKRA (+ house lordship in general) and the application of yogas in the areas of life.

What are the difference house systems that are used in Vedic astrology (ie. Sri Pati equal house division) and Western astrology?

How do planets in a different bhava to its position in a sign manifest in the chart? What is the outcome of a Raja yoga when a planet is in a different bhava despite forming the yoga in a sign?

In terms of influences on a person, how does one prioritize and compare houses (& their lordship) from their karakas. eg. 9th house (existential experience of father) vs Sun (nature of father)?

In terms of house lordship of two houses (ie. for the 12 Ascendants), which of the 2 houses gains influence? (ie. which of the 2 signs have more planetary aspect, planets positioned there, or moolatrikona ownership)

In terms of a house, how do we prioritise the influences on a house; ie. planet(s) in a house, aspects on the house, influence on the lord, influence of the karaka of a house on it, argalas to a house, ashtavarga, arudha, relevant divisional etc..

How do we interpret and prioritise arudha (Maya) positions from the houses and planets vs the inanimate houses themselves? How does one interpret the subtle factors of arudha
eg. postions from AL along with Karakamsa & Swamsa for wealth? (ie. 2nd, 7th, 11th vs 12th or 8th), or courage (3rd & 6th), happiness (4th)?
eg. when the AL and UL (Upapada lagna) are both ruled by the same lord?

What are the other lagnas and how do we use them? (ie. bhava lagna, ghati lana, hora lana, indu lagna, paka lagna, pranapada lagna, sree lagna, upapada lagna, varanada lagna) http://www.mysticscripts.com/astrology/vedic-astrology/lagnas/

8. PARASARA vs JAIMINI (& DIVISIONAL CHARTS) astrology rules (in yogas, divisionals and aspects) - can any of the rules of Jaimini be applied to Parasara astrology? Should they be interpreted completely separately from each other using their different karakas and aspects, or can they be integrated in chart interpretation?

ie. how do their different yogas and aspects apply in Rasi & divisionals?

ie. how do we read divisionals relative to the Rasi & Navamsa charts?

What factors take prevalence in divisional chart reading?
ie. Relevant rasi lords and karakas into divisional VS the divisional itself VS divisional lords into rasi charts? Do we read a divisional in the same way we read the rasi, with application of lordship, argala, bhadaka etc..?

Which houses are especially relevant in divisionals due to the harmonic/octave theory on houses, eg. D24 (4x6) and 4th, 9th (6 away from 4th), 2nd and 7th houses?
ie. How does one differentiate and prioritise between rasi lordhsip, parasara vs jaimini karakas, houses and Arudha in divisionals?

9. VIMSOTTARI DASA, OTHER DASA SYSTEMS & USE OF NAKSHATRAS - does Vimsottari dasa system depend on the strength of the Moon or Ascendant to use its Nakshatra lord for the beginning of ones dasa cycle? If three are more than 4 planets in a sign how is it used? When and for what particular factors are other dasa systems used? How are Nakshatras to be applied to chart lordhsip and how do they apply to stellar dasa systems like Vimsottari? How important are Nakshatras to transits analysis? (ie. Vedha, Latta, Nakshatra Anga Phal etc.) How do arudha house positions apply in predictions?

iii) technicality of calculation

10. AYANAMSA & RATE OF CHANGE (very important in rectification and subtler divisional charts) - which calculation does one use and under what rationale? (ie. ayanamsa subtraction and rate of change. eg. Lahiri, Raman, Surya Siddhanta etc.). How much do planetary positions change at deeper divisional varga charts by the degree differences between the various ayanamsas?

What is the difference between Sidereal astrology above and Western Tropical astrology?

Note the various calculations between schools (ie. download the free jagannath hora soft ware and note the different "preferences" for calculations)

In order to gain expertise and confidence in Vedic Astrology, it is important to personally address and answer these type of doubts. I suggest students to identify the above factors by number (1-10) and state for themselves the rationale behind your answers ie. based on which classical text, contemporary authority or personal experience (AS IN POINT 1 on RETROGRESSION). Alternatively, you can research the web for varying opinions to consider and contemplate on.

Reading Divisional Varga Charts (7 general steps) + their importance in Rectification + Prediction (Dasas for D24/Education and D11/Death)

The following is a summary of some points taken from the recommended threads at the end of this post. The 7 steps are factors to consider in looking for a confluence of influences in divisional or harmonic charts. The difficulty of synthesizing an interpretation is often in determining the priority of influence and, it is often good to remember that what applies in one divisional might vary in another.

STEPS

1. Check the divisional lord of lagnas in Rasi

The strength of the divisional lord in rasi will determine the strength of the divisional. It is preferable that the lagna lords of divisionals (eg. D8 & D30)are weak in rasi whilst the divisionals of harmonics to do with benefic houses in Rasi are strong in charts such as D9, D20 & D24. (eg. a 5th or 9th lord benefic strong in Rasi). Even better if such a lord rules over many "good" divisionals. The same applies for "bad" divisionals.

Remember that the lagna in divisional represents the native in relation to the significations of the respective divisional charts. The lord's aspect on the Ascendant also strengthens the divisional.


2. Check trines in divisionals

In benefic divisionals (eg. D9), trinal planets generally increase the fortune of harmonic significations, whilst dusthana houses (6,8 & 12) reduce respective fortune .

In "difficult" divisionals (eg. D30), trinal planets reduce evil, whilst planets in (6, 8 & 12) increase "evils".

Of course, this is modified by planets in friendly or unfriendly signs as well as lordship within the divisional and rasi chart.

(Note exceptions such as for vipreet yogas, which might improve over time. Also, that 8th and 12th houses may have more significance and benefits in some divisional charts like the D20, which is an octave of the 4th and 8th house and moksha/spirituality houses in general ie. including the 12th)


3. Consider Jamini Chara Karakas with respect to relationships

Note that D1-D12 is related more to the level of manifestation in the Rasi (Sun) and fine-tune these before going to the deeper divisionals.

In addition, most these charts (D3-siblings, D7-children, D9-spouse, D12-parents) relate more to relationships that preserve us, and here, Jaimini Chara karakas have relevance; especially the Navamsa which most particular relates to relationships in general as well as the Atmakaraka/Karakamsa (the "King of the Chart" or Soul).


4. Deeper divisional chart - D13 onwards

Note D13-24 relates more to the inner psychological/psychic and mind issues of the person (Moon & 4th house "octave" ramifications)

D16 = harmonic of the 4th house (16-12 or 4x4)

D20 = harmonic of the 8th house (20-12 or 4x5)with 5th house octave (house of ishta devata)

D24 = harmonic of the 12th house (24-12 or 4x6) with 6th house octave (education, growth of knowledge, siddhis and perfections)

D25-D36 relates to issues of deeper subconscious mind and the planet karaka Mars (& Saturn) to do with strengths and overcoming evils.

ie. D27 (3x9) = harmonic of the 3rd, D30 (6x5) = harmonic of the 6th

D37-48 (D40 & D45) relates to Mercury (and parental lineage) whilst D49-60 relates to Jupiter (own past lineage/lives)

In fact, harmonic divisional charts can go as far as D72 (Asta Navamsa), D81 (Nava Navamsa), D108 Nadiamsa (Astorraramsa), D144 (Dvadasa Dvadasmsa), D150 (Nadiamsa) and D300 (Ardha Nadiamsa) charts. These operate at an ethereal level, dealing with esoteric matters.

It may be based on 9 cycles of 12 = 108, with Sun (1st cycle), Moon (2nd), Mars (3rd), Mercury (4th), Jupiter (5th), Venus (6th), Saturn (7th), Rahu (8th) and Kethu (9th). Often the numerical harmonic relates the house and karaka within a cycle. eg. D24 = 24-12 = 12 house and 4x6 = 4th house (and houses 6 away) and karakas Moon & Mercury


5. Consider modification of the Bhavat Bhavam rule for significators to do with karakas with respect to indications of divisionals.

Eg. D4 divisional for house and properties, consider 4th from Mars for fixed properties, 4th from Venus for conveyances, 4th from Mercury etc ...

Also the classic Bhavat Bhavam rule applies from the relevant "octave" house in the divisional houses

Eg. Look for education in D24 (4x6) with bhavat bhavam from the 4th house: 6th from 4th relates to the 9th and higher education; whilst 6th from the 9th to the 2nd and Masters level of education; whilst 6th to the 2nd to the 7th and Phd level of education

With this logic, the same should apply to D20 & D16 which are octaves of the 4th house too.

D20 for spirituality (4x5): 5th house as well as 5th from 4th relates to the 8th house; 5th from the 8th house relates to the 12th (meditational devotional practice).

D16 for peace and movement of the mind, transportation on vehicles (4x4): 4th from 4th ie. the angular houses (7th, 10th & 1st houses)

This principle of octaves helps differentiate the varying significance of houses between divisional charts and both of the above factors may be combined for synthesizing interpretation.

ie. 4th from karaka Mercury as well as 4th house in D24 ti fine-tune indications for basic level of education from Rasi


6. Consider now an independent analysis of divisional charts:-

ie. their 12 houses, lordships, aspects, yogas, bhadaka, ARGALA etc..


7. Consider relevant rasi lords in divisional (as well as divisional lords in Rasi and Navamsa for more subtle analysis)

Note relevant house lords perculiar to relevant divisional as well as the house karaka.

Eg. For D7 and D9
Children => Lord of 5th rasi in D7 along with Jupiter and PK
OR
Sexual relations/procreativity => Lord of 7th rasi in D7 along with Venus OR Marriage => lord of 7th rasi in D9 along with D9's 7th house, Venus and Dk
- these factors used along with bhavat bhavam principles as given in point 5 (above)ie. 7th from Venus

NOTE: Remember that Navamsa is important in determining the strength of planets and should be used to along with rasi to determine the outcome of a divisional assessment. And, a qualitative analysis of strength of planets in rasi and divisionals are just as important , if not more important, than soley relying on quantative measures such as Vimshopak and Shadbala.

Conclusion

Examining divisional charts are essential to a detailed analysis of all aspects of a persons life. Whilst the Rasi chart may show the level of potential manifestation; and the Navamsa the actualisation of that potential; the divisionals reveal in which exact areas these aspects of a persons life take place.

For example, the 4th house, its lord and karakas can reveal many potential indicators, but it is the their placement in the the D24 chart that will separate the 4th house aspect of education from other indicators such as mother, home, treasures, comforts and vehicles.

Personally, I examine specifics in the divisionals (ie. relevant karaka and houses) and then look back at the Rasi (& Navamsa)for the level of manifestation based on yogas, angular positions etc... I give priority to the factors mentioned in point 5 above (harmonic modificatation on the bhavat bhavam rule) ie. looking at relevant houses in relevant harmonic as well as bhavat bhavam and general positions from the relevant karaka.

In fact, the karaka planet holds the key as its general significations stay the same despite changes in house ownership between charts. But confluences within and between charts and their houses can be vital in revealing it's operation and co-operation with the area of life being targeted for interpretation. This includes how lords of relevant house inter-act between charts.

For example, looking for education in D24 chart, and relevant houses there. ie. 4th house (high school), 9th house (degree), 2nd house (Masters) & 7th house (Phd level) as well as Ascendant lord, trinal positions, friendly signs, angular positions, mahapurusha, neechabhanga, vipreet and other yogas, aspects, argala, bhadaka house etc... as well as looking at its co-ordination with karaka Mercury (and Jupiter for higher education) before looking to the Rasi and Navamsa for level and area of manifestation (including 4th, 9th, 2nd & 9th Rasi lord in D24 depending on the level of education).

Thus, if one is looking specifically at the high school level of education the 4th house would be more relevant, but if looking at he degree level the 9th house (6 away from the 4th house) and its bhavat bhavam principle (9th away) would be more applicable as well as the influence of Jupiter.

In conclusion, fine-tuning down to specifics requires the correct use of divisionals with the relevant application of houses, karkas and bhavat bhavam rule (based on harmonic octaves).


Good Threads on Divisionals

http://www.scribd.com/doc/46120626/All-D-Charts

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=2842

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=8813

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=8965

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=9377

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=9872

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=11096

D16 & Vehicle Accidents as well as activities enjoy doing

http://sanjayprabhakaran.blogspot.com/2005/03/shodashamsa-and-car-accidents.html

D20 & Spirituality

http://srath.com/2011/03/trimsamsa-d-30-chart/

Example of D24 for Education:-

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=10312

http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=9896

D30 for Disease & Evils

http://varahamihira.blogspot.com/2004/07/divisional-chart-i-trimsamsa.html

http://srath.com/2011/03/trimsamsa-d-30-chart/


Note on Rectification:

Note that divisional charts are very important in rectification of the birth time.

Whilst the Ascendant in the Rasi changes about every 2 hours (12 x 2 = 24 hours), the divisionals are used to find the exact time within an Ascendant (within 2 hours). By examining a "confluence" between the D16 (accidents), D20 (spirituality), D24 (education, knowledge and siddhis) & D30 (diseases) charts along with D9 (general strength, luck and marriage/relationships), the exact position of the degree of the Rasi Ascendant can be gauged.

The deeper divisionals (ie. D16-D30) represent upto a 4 minute change in the birth time whilst the D9, just over a 13 minute band of time. Therefore, 9 Navamsa signs make up a sign (2 hours). By altering the Navamsa, the deeper divisional charts (such as the D30) Ascendant will also alter up to 3 signs. And, through relevant questions as well as observation, we can gather which of these Divisional charts are more relevant to the persons life and therefore, more clearly identify how the planets change in the houses of that divisional to match and make sense of the "event" or observations from the information given.

Also note that, like the rectification of Ascendants in the Rasi chart, it is important to not only consider the characteristics of the Ascendant and its lord, but also the changes of the planets in houses relative to the change of an Ascendant. In a harmonic, which is an octave of the Rasi, these house positions become more significant. ie. D24 (4x6) means that 4th, 9th, 2nd and 12th houses gain importance. Therefore, if education, academia or knowledge features prominently in the person's life, not only should this divisional become significant, but these harmonic octave houses. Having found a probable Ascendant in a significant divisional, this can be used as the compass to rectify the other divisionals as well as start to "see" the confluence between the other divisional (especially the Navamsa + Ak position). Of course, this should also be confirmed by then looking back into the Rasi chart. And remember that Drekanna D3 chart can help home in on the Navamsa by being a 3 Navamsa x 40 minute division of a rasi. Lastly, use the dasa bhukti lord to correlate the confluence with actual reported events of the persons life.

Another example of D24 chart & education:

ie. interpretation using Argala as well as usual integration planetary aspect, rasi aspect, bhavat bhavam rule, lordship, friendship & yogas.

NOTE the rules of Argala formation via link http://www.oldsite.esotericteaching.org/initiate/bhakti-vaibhava/jyotish/parasara-hora-sastra/planets-and-signs/argala-and-karakas/554-formation-of-argala

EXAMPLE: DOB: 14th September 1970, 23:40 pm. Singapore
(using Lahiri Ayanamsa)

Degree in physiotherapy in 1993-96.

In rasi chart, Sun, Mercury, Mars and Kethu in Leo in the 4th; Venus (Ascendant lord) & Jupiter in the 6th in Libra; Moon with Rahu in the 10th; and Saturn (Atmakaraka) in Aries in the 12 house.

In D9 chart, Kethu in Ascendant Gemini; Saturn (Ak), Sun & Rahu in 7th Sagitarius; Jupiter & Venus in 8th Capricorn; Moon in Pisces 10th; Mars in Leo 9th.

In D24 chart, Moon in the Ascendant in Virgo; Mercury in the 7th Pisces; Jupiter in the 9th Taurus; Venus & Sun in 10th Gemini; Saturn & Mars in Cancer 11th.

Vimsottari Dasa. During 1993-96 - running Saturn Mahadasa with Satun sub (94), Mercury sub (95) Kethu sub (96)

Interpretation

The education in the field of health and bio-mechanics can be seen, respectively, from the combinations in the 6th (Venus in own sign with 8th lord Jupiter) and 4th (Sun, Mars & Mercury) houses of the rasi chart. Also note that the Mercury is in the Navamsa of Scorpio and aspected by vargotomma Mars in Leo (4th house rasi) and in both charts aspected by Jupiter (rasi & planetary aspects). This adds to the mechanical abilities revealed in the rasi chart. Mars is also trine to Mercury in the D24 chart.

Prior to degree level of education, difficulties in education can be seen from the malefic and separative influences in the 4th house (Mars 12th lord and Kethu) as well as the Mercury in D24 in 7th "bhadaka" house in debilitation with the nodes. However, education was at top schools and institutions due to the Raja yoga 5th lord Mercury in the 4th with owner Sun in Leo. Also, in the D24 chart, Sun is 4th from Mercury as well as aspecting the 4th house. Education was always overseas or at international schools, indicated by Mercury in the 7th house with the nodes in the D24 chart.

Jupiter dasa was running. Jupiter, lord of 8th and 11th, is in the 6th with lagna lord. In the D24, it has the papa argala from Mars and Saturn, despite being in the 9th (& the 4th lord of education), and countered by the Mercury (virodargala) 11th from it.

Degree level education began during the Saturn Mahadasa and Sub period. This was full of initial problems and inner tests due to the Rasi chart Saturn being the retrograde Atmakaraka (malefic), bhadakish and in debilitation in the 12th as 9th lord (past life karmas). However, it has neechabhanga yoga, with (Aries exaltation) planet Sun and lord Mars in the 4th rasi house and both angular to Moon and Ascendant. Saturn is also 9th from the Sun (which is in 4th house as 4th lord) and karaka Mercury. In the 12th, this gave the degree level of education overseas (Saturn in Sagitarius Navamsa = Australia). In addition, karaka for higher education (Jupiter) is aspecting from the 6th as well as being 9th from the Moon with Venus in own sign Libra.

In the D24 chart, Jupiter is the 4th lord and is in the 9th from Ascendant and Moon. This confirms success in gaining the degree. Despite being 7th lord bhadakish (for mutable Ascendants), it has the positive argala of Venus (rasi lagnesh) from the 10th (its house 9th lord in the 10th - a raja yoga)and is with the rasi 4th lord & amk Sun (in AL Gemini in D24). Sun and Venus are 4th from Mercury. Also, Mercury in Pisces aspects its own 10th house Gemini. Thus, the D24 reveals that after overcoming some obstructions (bhadaka), success was assured (Jupiter in the 9th).

Note that all planets in D24 chart (except Mars) aspect the Moon & Ascendant (especially from Mercury, as Ascendant lord). However, the field of education always has some obstacles due to the Saturn (Dasa lord) and Mars having a papa argal on the Moon and Ascendant, but countered to some extent by the Jupiter in the 9th on all 3 planets; Saturn (Dasa & 9th rasi lord), Moon and Mercury. Jupiter also aspects the dasa lord Saturn in the Rasi chart. Overall, education improved during and by the end of the degree level of education due to the strength of the position of the Jupiter in the D24 and aspects in D1 Rasi. Also, that by passing from Jupiter dasa to Saturn dasa, the Jupiter's influence (aspect) over the Saturn became more effective for success.

But, perhaps, Phd level seems unlikely with the afflictions to the Mercury in the 7th house in the D24, especially during the Saturn dasa. But, with much continued effort and struggle (Saturn dasa lord and Mars are in the 11th upachaya house and argala to the Ascendant and Moon, with secondary argala to the Mercury),it may be possible when Mercury dasa begins running at 39 years old. This is because Mercury's debilitation does have neechabhanga rajayoga, due to the exaltation planet Venus being angular to Ascendant and Moon. It also has a punya argala from Jupiter in the 9th which in turn (Jupiter) has a punya argala from the Moon in the Ascendant. Note Moon aspects the Mercury.

Another strong confluence throughout the D1, D9 and D24 chart is the Moon Mercury relationship. Both are in opposition and angular houses in the D1 & D24 charts (but with nodal involvement) and trinal relationships in Navamsa. Note Moon is 7th (Phd level of eduction) from Mercury in both Rasi and D24. Also, that D24 is a harmonic of the 4th house and both karakas Moon & Mercury confluence by aspect.

The Navamsa relationship and benefic aspects of Jupiter in the 3 charts counter-acts and raise the nodal involvement to help learning; Moon, Mercury and Jupiter being the important planets for intelligence. But note that Jupiter is debilitated in the 8th Navamsa despite being parivatana with its lord Saturn(Ak) in Sagitarrius. However, Mercury in D24, despite debilitation, aspects its exaltation sign Virgo Ascendant with the Moon positioned there.

Mercury (Shadbala 0.98 average))

Also, overall, the chart has a very strong Mercury due to the planet being lord of the Navamsa and D24 charts; the 5th lord from Ascendant & Moon in the rasi chart and angular to both the Ascendant and Moon as well as conjoined the Sun in the 4th forming a Buddha Aditya Yoga and Raja Yoga (5th and 4th in the 4th Leo)and aspected by a full Moon. In addition, the Mercury has confluences and benefic aspects in the Navamsa. However, it has problems in the D24 but ones that should be overcome due to the Neechabhanga Rajayoga and aspect on Ascendant and Moon in Virgo.

Planets 4th, 9th, 2nd and 7th (6th away) from Mercury in Rasi and D24 should also be considered. ie. Moon 7th from Mercury in D1 Rasi & D24 with Jupiter aspects in both and, which for D24, the aspect is from the 9th house.

Jupiter (Shadbala 0.88 - low)

For karaka Jupiter placement for a Master's level of education. Lord Venus for Libra and Taurus in Rasi & D24 respectively; Venus also 2nd to Jupiter in D24 with Sun. It is lord of 2nd house for D24. Jupiter is also 2nd lord from the Moon in Rasi and placed in the 9th house with Venus.

However, the Jupiter is limited in its ability to help. Despite being 9th from the Moon in Rasi and with Ascendant lord Venus and aspecting all the occupied signs in the chart, it is debilitated in the 8th in Navamsa (through parivatana with Ak Saturn) and in the 6th in Rasi. It is also bhadakish in D24. Therefore, in terms of higher education and specialisation, Jupiter might assist on degree level education (and maybe Master's level), but which might not, on the other hand, support for further specialisation (after all)to Phd level despite the Neechanbhnaga Raja Yoga of Mercury in the 7th house D24 as well as Moon 7th away in Rasi and D24.

Looking back at the Rasi chart

There are no planets in these houses (9th, 2nd & 7th) in the rasi chart, and the 2nd (Mercury) and 7th lord (Mars)with the 5th lord are in the 4th rasi of education (in general) which might help manifest opportunities, but their placements in D24 might be too difficult for the weak Jupiter to support success in the endeavor. However, the great benefics Jupiter and Venus do aspect the Saturn in the 12th (9th lord of higher education and 9 away from the 4th house). Note all the planets aspect each other by Rasi aspect and full Moon the 4th house from the 10th and gives a positive argala to the Saturn in the 12th house.

Super-imposing D24 Chart on D1 Chart

As in Tulya Navamsa Rasi, instead of the D9 chart, I have super-imposed D24 chart onto the D1 chart to reveal any more patterns. In this case, Ascendant and Moon (body-mind) in Virgo falls in the 5th house of the Rasi chart with Mercury in the 11th (Pisces AL) and Jupiter in the Ascendant (Taurus). Thus, the D24 lord Mercury (karaka for education) gets strengthened by 5th house lordship in the D1 chart.

Outcome

This person never progressed onto Masters or Phd level of education in physiotherapy. The strength of the 4th house and karakas gave a very good secondary education whilst the Saturn 9th away in Rasi and the Jupiter in the 9th house of the D24 chart gave education up to a degree level in the sciences, health and bio-mechanics, physiotherapy. However, now he is running Mercury Mahadasa, this could be a good time to further specialisation as it aspects the D24 Ascendant and has neechabhanga yoga by its placement in the 7th house. Also, the Saturn Atmakaraka Mahadasa is over and Saturn and Mars are conjoined in the D24 chart and had an aspect and argala on the Ascendant and Moon. Therefore, the hard work and obstacles should be less now for educational endeavors.


For purposes of checking time (rectification)

D20 Chart

Ascendant & Venus in Sagitarius, Mercury in Aries, Sun & Nodes in Gemini Mars in Virgo, Saturn (Ak) Jupiter (Divisional lord) and Moon in Scorpio

The above chart confirms Mercury as Ishta Devatta (5th lord in Rasi & 12th from Ak in Navamsa). Also there is a parivatana between 5th (Mars) and 10th lord (Mercury) with 12th house planets involved; being in Scorpio; 4th lord Jupiter & 8th lord Moon with Ak Saturn. This confirms the spirituality of the chart with much time spent in ashrams in the past; practicing intense (Mars) meditation (12th practice). Note that Jupiter dasa was running during this period. He first saw his Guru at the age of 12 years old during Jupiter Dasa Sun Bhukti. Jupiter is the lord of the D20 chart. In the Rasi, it is 9th from the Moon with Ascendant lord Venus in own house Libra. Mystical death experiences occurred in Kethu bhukti during both Jupiter and Saturn Mahadasa (Nirvikalpa Samdhi) periods. Note that Sun is in Sambandha with Kethu in Rasi (in own house Leo), Navamsa (with Ak and opposite lagna and kethu), D20 & D24 charts and placed in angular houses. Also, Ak Saturn and Amk Sun are in Sun's Nakshtras whilst, in rasi, Sun is conjoined Kethu, which is in its own Nakshatra Magha.

D30 Chart

Ascendant Pisces, Mercury Gemini, Saturn & Sun Libra, Jupiter Venus Moon Mars Sagitarius, Nodes Aquarius

Jupiter is the 8th lord in the rasi chart and is the lagna lord in the D30 and placed in the 10th house with 6th rasi lord Venus; as well as 3rd and 12th lord Moon and Mars. In the relevant 10th house in D30; this reveals potential weaknesses of the akasha (ether ruled by Jupiter and dominating this chart).

Saturn (12th Rasi lord in the 8th Libra in D30) with a debilitated Sun reveals congential weakness from the past life sins. The lord of the 8th in D30, Venus, in the 10th aspected by Saturn reveals mental weaknesses that lead to the worsening of congenital weaknesses.

In this case, Jupiter and Venus are also conjoined in Libra in the Rasi and aspected by Saturn from Aries. Therefore, this chart reveals the dangers of lust and the potential for reproductive weaknesses if the individual is not carfeul to over come and cure his weaknesses. Note that Mars is lord of 7th & 12th in the Rasi chart and placed in Leo in the 4th house, 7th from the Moon and with Kethu. In Navamsa, Mars is vargotoma and aspects the Venus and Jupiter 2nd from the Karakamsa and exchanging with the AK Saturn in the 7th house. This adds to the excessively, passionate nature of the chart.

Lucky for this individual, he has Mercury in its own sign in the 4th (the house of cure). His Ishta is Mercury and thus, the Gods Grace and awareness can help him to prevent this.

D9 Navamsa

Lastly, this individual is very sure that the time of birth was carefully recorded at the time of birth. So there is little need to rectify what proves to be an accurate birth chart and divisionals. Interestingly, his Navamsa is definately correct, confirmed by him having a Hindu marriage in 2005 during his Saturn Dasa and Rahu sub period.

His Navamsa 7th house has Saturn (Ak) with Rahu and Sun there. His wife was much older (Saturn), from a foreign country and a divorcee(Rahu) and a very strong personality (Sun). The marriage did not last long due to the lord of the 7th (Jupiter, also the dara karaka) placed in the 8th house. In the rasi, the 7th lord Mars is also in the 4th (Kuja dosha) with Kethu. The dara karaka Jupiter is with Venus (as in the Rasi chart) making the wife, a stage actress (Rahu Venus influences).

From the above chart, the confluence between the D24 and other divisionals help confirm the time of birth as accurate. However, any comments that would add clarity to the above interpretation would be appreciated.

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EXAMINING A) DASA for D24 (EDUCATION & SIDDHIS) & B) DASA for D 11 (DEATH)

Use the above sample chart to further analyse:-

A) DASAS & Other predictive methods to hone in on 2 major relevant events in the same significant month/day of the native's life in the ASSOCIATED CONTEXT OF THE D24 CHART and indications for "education, knowledge & siddhis".

B) DEATH and its possible timings based on the jyotish rules; ie. DASAS, transits and other predictive for measures for identifying death in the context of the D11 CHART

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A) D24 CHART(education, knowledge & siddhis) using DASA analysis

Case History

In the month of December 1996, the final exam results to degree. On the same evening, the sudden relief as well as culmination of some years of spiritual practice and study resulted in a spontaneous spiritual experience ending in a Samadhi experience. Using the details of the chart, try to determine the predictive factors to validate the "story" and then use transits and finer predictive tools to identify the exact day in which both "D24 events" took place.

Exercise One

- TO ANALYSE MOST SIGNIFICANT MONTH OF LIFE IN TERMS OF D24 CHART = December 1996

- AND DETERMINE EXACT DAY IN WHICH 2 THE RELATED EVENTS OCCURRED ON THE SAME DAY = Day in December 1996

Simultaneous (D 24) Events - that occurred on same day

1. Bsc. degree completed
(final exam results received)

2. Spiritual "Samadhi" experience(s)
(with subsequent temporary siddhis)

CHOOSE & INVESTIGATE FROM THE FOLLOWING, THE MOST RELEVANT DASA SYSTEMS:-
(ie. for D1 & D24 charts)

Star based systems

i) VIMSOTTARI "star" dasa variations, ii) ASHTOTTARI Dasa (108 years) - useful to compare against Vimsotarri dasa, iii) YOGINI Dasa

Sign based Dasa systems

iv) NARAYANA Dasa, v) KALACHAKRA Dasa, vi) CHARA Dasa, vii) STHIRA Dasa, viii) NIRYANA SHOOLA Dasa, ix) DRIG DASA for spiritual progress, x) SUDASA for wealth and money (not relevant here for indiciators chosen)

These 2 different main systems have different karakas, rules, yogas and dasa systems which should not be mixed up for interpretation and prediction.

OTHER PREDICTIVE INDICATORS TO USE COULD INCLUDE:-

Planet Age Period (naisargika natural dasa division

Maturation of planets

Transits and Planetary Returns/Aspects (note Arudha padas as well as transits from Nakshatras)

GOOD ARTICLES ON TRANSITS & ARUDHA PADAS
http://varahamihira.blogspot.com/2004/10/transit-ii-transit-from-arudha.html
http://karma-vision.com/2011/04/judging-transits-vedic-astrology/

Ashtaavarga system & values (used with transits).

Progressional techniques (eg. Varshphal)

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B) DEATH DIVISIONAL D11 & D30 CHARTS

Exercise Two

Having completed exercise one, use the predictive tools skilled to now forecast death for the sample chart. The following are some of the factors/indicators to remember (noting the difference dasa systems/rules used by Parasara vs Jaimini):-

1. Timing of Death

Indicators:

i. BALARISTA & AYUDAYA (rules for birth & 3 progressive stages of life).Noting a)Ascendant lord & 8th house lord b)Ascendant & Moon c)Ascendant & Hora Lagna as well as Kakshya Vriddhi (increase in term of life) Kakshya Hrasa (decrease in term of life)

Note: strength of Moon is important in Balaristra assessment and if Ascendant lord is stronger than 8th lord for longer life.

ii. 8TH HOUSE & LORD & MARS for longevity (as in Ayurdaya rules).

iii. USE OF 8th and 3rd FROM ARUDHA LAGNA

iv. ALSO NOTE 8TH (& 12TH HOUSE LORD) FROM KARAKAMSA - Maheswara Planet

v. SHIVA STHIRA KARKAKAS used for death.

vi. MARAKAS (2nd & 7th) lords for death (ie. 12th from house of life - 8th & 3rd)

vii. NATURAL PLANETARY KARAKAS (Saturn - aging & Kethu - death)

viii. DASAS TO CONSIDER - Vimshottari (Parasara) & Shoola (Jaimini) dasa (specific dasa for death). Timing death is to be done with the method of three pairs, (Niryana & Pitru)shoola dasa, shoola chakra, navatara. Also note Sthira dasa and Phalita Dasas (Chara Dasa, Dasa Varsha, Chara Paryaya Dasa, Sthira Parya Dasa, Trikona Dasa etc.... noting Jaimini vs Parasara methods)

Note: The rasis containing the 2nd and 7th houses are called maraka sthanas (killer stations). When we use rasi-ruled dasas that can show death, dasas of these rasis can bring death. Lords of the 2nd and 7th houses are called maraka grahas (killer planets). When we use planet-ruled dasas that can show death, dasas of these planets can bring death.

Note Rudra planets:- 8th lord of the Ascendant & 8th lord of 7th from Ascendant. Stronger of the two is called the Prani Rudra (life killer). The weaker if associated with or aspected by any malefic becomes the Aprani Rudra.

ix. DEATH INFLICTING DASA SIGNS - a) 5th & 9th signs of Ascendant or its 7th house b) 5th & 9th of Rudra planets c) Dasa signs occupied by Prani Rudra if he is a malefic d) Dasa sign occupied by Aprani Rudra e) Dasa sign occupied or aspected y Mars and the Moon f) Dasas sign aspected by Saturn and Rahu g) Dasas sign aspected or occupied by the Moon placed in Aries or Scorpio h) Dasa sign occupied by Moon associated with Malefics

x. TRANSITS used considering 64th NAVAMSA (& it lord) & 22nd DREKANNA (& its lord) for exact timing of death along with relevant (Mahadasa-bhukti)lord.

xi. ARUDHA PADA of the 8th House - Saturns transit of the Arudha of the 8th house

xii. DIVISIONALS - RUDRAMASA (D11 - death) and TRIAMSA (D30 - evils/sickness)

Other considerations:- Amshayu, Pindayu and Nisargayu (Vimshoitarri configurations)

2. After life

Consider Navamsa and 12th from Ak (KK)

3. Future (next) life

Navamsa Chart

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START THE SAMPLE CHART ANALYSIS USING THE ABOVE GUIDELINES
(to be elaborated upon)

Some notes for now ...

EXERCISE ONE

A) DECEMBER 1996 ANALYSIS

Using Vimsottari Dasa (briefly examined earlier with D24 chart)

Saturn Mahadasa, Kethu Bhukti (as used in D24 Chart earlier) looking at lordship, houses, aspects, relationship to each other, position in D9, D20 & D24 Charts.

Note SATURN is lord of 9th and 10th (Yogakaraka and Atmakaraka planet), bhadakish, in the 12th house debilitated and retrograde, but has a strong neechanga yoga (Sun & Mars). Venus also (Ascendant lord) and Jupiter aspect it, opposite it in the 6th.

As the Atmakaraka planet, especially consider Saturn's position in Navamsa (Karakamsa) as well as Rasi Chart (Karakamsa). Note planetary positions relative to these as well as Moon and Arudha Lagna. Do the same for Kethu.

For analysing positions from AK, KK & AL, see post on Atmakaraka & Jaimini Yogas http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=155013295431567346&postID=8159155259545889294.

As mentioned above in the D20 interpretation, KETHU has a strong Sambanda with the Sun. It has a strong placement throughout the chart(s) and fiery conjunction in the 4th house in opposition to the Moon in the 10th. Kethu's conjunction with the Sun is more than 20 degrees and raises the strength of Sun in own sign Leo. Kethu as the "flag" can reveal achievement of Sun qualities and leadership potential.

RELATIONSHIP of MAHADASA TO BHUKTI LORD/ANTARDASA PLANET (to Pratyantar Dasha - Sukshmantar Dasha - Prana Dasha)

Saturn and Kethu are enemies but in a trinal relationship with lord of Aries (where Saturn is placed in the 12th), being Mars who is in conjunction with Kethu in the 4th (moksha houses)....pratyantar lord = Sun?

Consider Saturn (12th house) as first house and read chart from there; do the same for Kethu.

Note planetary period, ashtavaarga, transits (& Gochara + Vedha obstructions) of Saturn & Kethu (ie. both in Pisces) and Jupiter in Sag (from Ascendant, Moon and natal position) in December 1996 ... against the D1, (D9 & D20) & D24 charts. Consider transits from Nakshatras too. Remember transits modify the effect of dasas and should be examined within their context.(bhukti lord with slower moving planets ie. Saturn, Jupiter and Kethu).

Other specific/relevant dasa systems and predictive tools...

Ashtottari, Yogini, Narayan, Kalachakra, Drig dasa, transits etc...

EXERCISE TWO

B) DEATH DATE PREDICTION

Length of life

Ayudaya principles for stage of life reached (ie. now 40 years old)

Planetary cause of death

eg. karakas of death (Saturn & Kethu); Maraka planets from Ascendant... 2nd lord Mercury, 7th lord Mars; lord of 64th Navamsa and 22nd Drekanna (also Mars and Mercury respectively). Mars and Mercury in the 4th house Leo with Kethu and Sun; 6th from AL ... death from heart attack? When..?... consider Vimsotarri and Shoola Dasa as well as note Mars Mercury transits to the 8th house...? But type (context) of death often requires examination of Ardha lagna.

Type of death

ie. 8th lord Jupiter in 6th house (Libra) with 6th lord, and 8th from Arudha lagna with lord of Arudha lagna Jupiter. Karakamsa in the 8th Sagitarius – also ruled by Jupiter. Jupiter in 8th Navamsa debilitated in parivatana with KK.

Examine Rudramsa D11 & Triamsa D30 (in context of above)

D11 CHART ...

Examine this chart for death using ...transits, dasa lord, arudha padas etc.

D30 CHART

As mentioned earlier in this post, Jupiter lord of Triamsa and in the 10th own house Sagitarius aspected by Saturn (& Sun) in 8th Libra. Note Libra is the 6th sign in the Rasi Chart with 8th lord there with Lagna lord Venus

Note Dasas & Transits for determining time of death

In context of the above, analyse Vimsottari (Parasara) with Shoola (Jaimini) dasa and compare against transits of 64th Navamsa & 22nd Drekkana lords

NOTE: USE YOUR CHART AND THE ABOVE METHOD TO COMPARE THE ACCURACY OF A PREDICTIVE READING USING LAHIRI AYANAMSA AGAINST RAMAN'S AYANAMSA
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RECOMMENDED JYOTISH RESEOURCES & WEB LINKS (for self-learning course)

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FREE VEDIC ASTROLOGICAL PROGRAM DOWNLOAD
http://www.vedicastrologer.org/jh/
http://www.cyberastro.com/

JYOTISH LEARNING FORUMS
http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/index.php
http://www.indiadivine.org/audarya/vedic-astrology-jyotisha/
http://srijagannath.org/
http://www.scribd.com/doc/35926029/Introduction-to-Vedic-Astrology
http://www.vedicsky.com/KeyFeatures.pdf

WHAT ARE THE OTHER WEB RESOURCES FOUND HERE (BELOW)?

The sections below are divided into Primers I, II & III depending on the stage of learning.

This is followed by:-

- some astrological search engines (ie. for books)
- books and websites categorised for the 14 components of the course
- suggested future research projects
- other recommended vedic astrologer sites and blogs
- jyotish links and articles
- on-line courses as well as correspondence courses
- jyotish magazines & organisations
- jyotish soft ware tools
- more "general" jyotish sites
- astronomy, mythology, metaphysics, yuga & muhurtam
- remedials, medical astrology, research and financial astrology
- Astrological dictionary and other western sites

RECOMMENDED FOUNDATION COURSE BOOKS

PRIMERS I. - CONTEMPORARY BOOKS/AUTHORS
(beginner's stage of study)

Vedic Astrology by Narasimha Rao (freely downloadable)
http://www.vedicastrologer.org/articles/vedic_astro_textbook.pdf
Astrology of the Seers by Dr David Frawley & his correspondence course
Light on Life by Hart Defouw & Svoboda
Greatness of Saturn by Robert Svoboda
Nakshatras by Dennis Harness
Levacy’s books
http://www.21stbooks.com/topten/michael_laughrin_jb.html

PRE-COURSE READING could include:-

1. First few chapters of "Astrology of the Seers" by David Frawley on the philosophy of vedic astrology as well as an introduction to the Planets. "The Greatness of Saturn" by Robert Svabhoda also has an interesting account of the 9 planets and the Indian mythology around planets.

2. Three chapters of Linda Goodman's book "Sun signs" or Robin MacNaughton's "Power Astrology" read according to vedic positions of students Sun, Moon & Ascendant to familiarise with and "feel" their OWN signs of zodiac before starting an introduction course to astrology. Bepin Behari's books are very good for a deeper esoteric understanding of the signs and Nakshatras.

3. Introduction to "Nakshatras" by Dennis Harness


PRIMERS II. - ANCIENT CLASSIC TEXTS of the SEER RISHIS
(intermediate stage of study)

LIST OF "CLASSICS" on JYOTISH
http://www.docstoc.com/docs/1499423/List-of-Vedic-Astrology-Classics

CLASSICS
Parasara Birat Hora Sastra
http://www.scribd.com/doc/28671121/Brhatparasarahorasastra-JYOTISH-VEDIC-ASTROLOGY
http://sites.google.com/site/brihathparashara/
Jaimini Sutras
http://www.scribd.com/doc/21514286/Jaimini-Sutras-Jyotish-Vedic-Astrology
Sarvali
http://www.scribd.com/doc/31907525/Kalyana-Varma-Jyotish-Vedic-Astrology
Brihat Jataka
http://www.scribd.com/doc/5128917/Brihat-Jataka

MORE CLASSICS (for extra reading - intermediate to advanced stage)

Phal Deepika
http://www.scribd.com/doc/921814/phaldipika
Satya Jataka
http://www.scribd.com/doc/2961067/Satya-Jataka
Jataka Parijata
http://www.scribd.com/doc/46011361/Jataka-Parijata-Vol-2
http://www.scribd.com/doc/46011574/Jataka-Parijata-Vol-3
Bhrigu Sutras
http://www.scribd.com/doc/21183803/Bhrigu-Sutras
Bhavaratha Ratnakara
http://www.scribd.com/doc/44450633/Bhavartha-Ratnakara
Yavana Jataka
http://www.scribd.com/doc/38393549/The-Yavanajataka-of-Sphujidhvaja
Garga Hora
http://www.scribd.com/doc/36595867/Garga-Hora-Jyotish-Vedic-Astrology
Sanketanidhi
http://www.scribd.com/doc/28675715/Sanketanidhi-Jyotish-Vedic-Astrology

PRIMERS III. MORE CONTEMPORARY WORKS/AUTHORS

Intermediate to advanced stage of study

BV Raman’s many other works (300 important combinations etc..)
http://www.astroamerica.com/v-raman.html
Bepin Behari's works (for a deeper psychological and esoteric understanding)
Prash Trivedi's work (on Nakshatras & the Nodes) etc.
Bashin's work etc.

Advanced stage

Narasimha Rao's works
http://srikali.org/astro/lessons1-45/book1-for-CD.pdf
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23495919/PVR-Lessons-Book-2
Sanjay Rath's books and courses
http://www.scribd.com/doc/17673088/Crux-of-Vedic-Astrology

MORE SUGGESTIONS
http://www.21stbooks.com/topten/michael_laughrin_jia.html
http://soulhealing.com/vedicstarbook.htm

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VEDIC ASTROLOGER SEARCH ENGINE

http://www.astroamerica.com/v-author.html ie. search for other great authors/authorities; such H.R. Seshadri Iyer, Charak, Choudry, Subramanian, Richard Hock, etc..

Book Search
http://books.google.co.in/books

Free e-Book Web Download Sharing Sites
http://rapidog.com/
http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/20-best-websites-to-download-free-e-books/
http://www.scribd.com/collections/2782254/jyotish-vedic-astrology-classics-mostly-about-100-books

Buy on-line
http://www.vedicbooks.net/jyotish-c-146.html
http://sagittariuspublications.com/

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BOOKS & WEB SITES CATEGORISED FOR ALL 14 COMPONENTS OF SYLLABUS …

Can list suggested reading for specializing on topics within syllabus components using western & vedic authors (such as Dane Rudhyar, Robert Hand, Liz Greene etc. of western astrology vs Charak, Sanjay Rath, Desin, Behari, Rao of vedic astrology). Books can be thus fall under the following;

1. Signs 2. Planets 3. Houses …. 4. Aspects 5. Yogas 6. Strength etc... 14.Remedials

It would be great if a metaphysical library could be manifested to house Jyotish books with books divided into these above sections, as well as house other books on divination such as sacred geometry, palmistry, vastu, ayurveda, healing etc...

Books could be stacked on 7 level shelves according to the 7 chakras (refer to APPENDIX 7 on "Chakrapedia" at end of this post) with the bottom shelf corresponding to books related to finances (ie. market astrology = dollars = survival = base chakra) and the top shelf to advaita (crown chakra).


CATEGORISING WEB SITE PAGES for Vedic Astrological Topics (14 Components of Syllabus)

FOR EXAMPLE:

Parasara vs Jaimini Astrology of COMPONENT 9

http://jyotishvidya.com/jaimini_or_parasara.htm

Atmakarka of COMPONENT 8

http://www.scribd.com/doc/37500085/atmakaraka
http://www.bava.org/pages/jaimini.html
http://www.komilla.com/pages/Atmakaraka.html
http://ahimsazr1.wordpress.com/atma-and-atmakaraka-planet/
http://ahimsazr1.wordpress.com/2007/12/14/the-joy-of-atmakaraka/
http://www.barbarapijan.com/bpa/Topics/karakamsha.htm

Navamsa of COMPONENT 9

http://www.barbarapijan.com/bpa/Topics/jaimini_karaka.htm
http://adhipurusha.com/wp-content/guru-bhakti-in-the-ninth-bhava.pdf
http://varahamihira.blogspot.com/2008/02/navamsa-lagna-in-various-houses-from.html
http://varahamihira.blogspot.com/2005/11/rasi-tulya-navamsa.html
http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/phpBB3_0/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=8797
http://jyotishvidya.com/navamsa.htm
http://www.scribd.com/doc/19874893/Jaimini-Navamsa-Part-1-NI
http://www.scribd.com/doc/19183735/30True-Jaimini-Navamsa-Revealed-2
http://www.illuminatetoday.com/astrology/usage-of-navamsa-chart-in-predictions.html
http://www.ancientindianastrology.com/cmsa/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=117:how-to-predict-with-navamsa&catid=62:conversations&Itemid=82

Divisionals of COMPONENT 8

http://srijagannath.org/om/index.php/lessons/beginners/135-divisional-charts

http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412726/Divisional-Interpretation

(D4) http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412762/Turyamsa-Chaturthamsa-D-4-chart
(D16) http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412781/Kalamsa-Shodashamsa-D-16
(D20) http://www.scribd.com/doc/24518723/Vimśāṁśa-D-20-part-1

Yogas of COMPONENT 5

http://www.dirah.nl/yogas.htm
http://www.truthstar.com/articles/astroyoga.asp

JNANA YOGAS

http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412752/Jnana-Yoga-III
http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412756/Jnana-Yoga-IV
http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412757/Jnana-Yoga-V

VIPREET RAJA YOGAS

http://www.scribd.com/doc/259987/5-vipareeta-rajayoga

etc...

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Future Projects Listed

a) As above; developing a useful collection of suggested websites, books and pre-reading for the group (into categories of authors as well as topics).

b) Developing a venue for housing metaphysical books, library and roof top star-gazing (with membership paying the rent)

c) Starting a statistical research group using sample longitudinal studies with a regression/correlation approach and outcome measures

d) A proposal for using jyotish to create a more effective dating/marriage social net-working site (ie. the 5 C's recommended at the end of this post).

e) A financial (Muhurtam) package based on astrological programming (correlating market forces to astrological indicators and individualised investments)

f) Integrating Samudrika (other aspects of Indian divination such as palmistry) with Yogasathra, Ayurveda, Vastu as well as other parallels in other cultures (ie. Chinese systems etc.) leading to Adavita

g) Correlating and integrating cultural mythologies and languages (Indo-European, Greek, Roman, Hindu, Arabic & Chinese) to the astronomical constellations of the milky way and hemispheres, and to the natal charts (ie. planetary positions in Rasi, Navamsa, Nakshatra & degree stellar constellations; see
http://www.constellationsofwords.com/Fixedstars.htm & http://www.astrologycom.com/fixedstars.html . Note: Need to subtract Ayanamsa to derive Sidereal Vedic positions of planets

i) Researching Time Cycles & Indian Yuga Theories with the Theosophical (7 Rays) New Age Predictions of 2012-13; the Vedic Nakshatras and constellations connection to the 7 Ray theories. The Galactic Centre of the winter solstice of the tropical zodiac is entering Sagitarius Moola Nakshatra. Sends energy to the Pleadies(Taurus)/Kriticca Nakshatra, then to the Great Bear of Ursha Major/Saptarishi, then to Sirius Shamballa/Ardra Nakshatra in Gemini, to the Solar Logi Sanat Kumara/Aswini Nakshatra to the 7 Ascended Masters, to Humanity/Earth Note: according to New Age theories, our solar system rotates around Sirius which we are approaching from Pleadies and entering a galactic photon belt when our Sun, Sirius and the Galactic Centre will be in alignment on the 21st December 2012. The milky way (Siva-Sakti) axis lies 180 degrees between the Scorpio/Sagittarius (Muldhara chakra) and Taurus/Gemini (Crown chakra) where the nodes in natal vedic astrology are exalted and whose Nakshatra they govern (Moola/Kethu/Sagittarius and Adra/Rahu/Gemini).

Perhaps the "serpens" cosmic kundalini constellation in Scorpio/Sagitarius, via Hercules in the Northern Hemisphere, to Draco/Nodes around the pole stars, connects everything through Vega/Abhijit, the Vishnu Nakshatra, in Capricorn. The group could research this with consideration for Yuga time cycles.

Interestingly, the Chinese Zodiac follows the cycle of Jupiter with the 1st sign the Rat (Jupiter in Sagittarius), Vedic Astrology, the Moon with the 1st Nakshatra Krittica/Pleadies and the Western zodiac, the Sun with Aries/Ashwini the 1st sign and 1st house.

Perhaps, this reflects the Causal/Galactic (Sagittarius) to Astral (Moon's exaltation in Pleadies) to Physical levels (2 Sun's and Ascendant), and also might explain the 7 ray passage of energy from Sagittarius Moola to Sirius/Sun; the cosmic light filtering down to Earth.

Hierachy of Energies

APEX CONTROLLING CENTRE (Capricorn-Abhijit Nakshatra-MahVishnu - Polaris Ursha Minor and 7 Rishis)

GALACTIC CENTRE (Sagitarius-Moola Nkashatra -Sakti) =>
GREATER CENTRAL SUN (Gemini/Sirius-Adra Nakshatra - Siva)=>

CENTRAL SUN (Alcyone-Pleadies-Kriticca Nakshatra) =>

PHYSICAL SUN of our SOLAR SYSTEM

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LIST of WEB SITES for Vedic Astrology

ASTROLOGERS

(Chakrapani) http://www.chakrapani.com/
(David Frawley) http://www.vedanet.com
(Hart Defouw) http://www.hartdefouw.com/
(Dennis Flaherty) http://www.vedicsciences.com/
(Sanjay Rath) http://www.srath.com
http://sohamsa.com/
(Sreenadh OG, Sunil Nair & Neelam Gupta) http://www.ancientindianastrology.com/cmsa/
(Vasicek)http://jyotishvidya.com/
(Dennis Harness) http://www.dennisharness.com/
(Prash Trivedi) http://www.osfa.org.uk/pubs.htm
(Michael Laughrin) http://www.jyotish.ws/
(Harishchandra Andrew Foss) http://www.vedicsoftware.com/consult.htm
(Shyamasundara)http://shyamasundaradasa.com/
(Levacy) http://www.vedicsky.com/
(Ronnie Gale Dreyer) http://www.ronniedreyer.com/
(Vic Dicara) http://www.vicdicara.com/articles.php
http://www.vedicastrologer.net/
(Barbara Pijan) http://www.barbarapijan.com/bpa/bAstrHom.htm
(Freedom)http://shrifreedom.org/jyotish.html
http://shrifreedom.org/VyasaSJC/lessonsIntroduction.htm
(Visti Larsen) http://srigaruda.com/
(Sam Geppi) http://www.vedicastrologycenter.net/
(Zoran Radosavljevic) http://ahimsazr1.wordpress.com/
(Gendarz)http://rohinaa.com/om/
(Sabani Rath) http://sarbani.com/
(Branka Larsen) http://brankaastro.com/
(Robert Dotel) http://gajakesari.com/
(Veno) http://www.venoastrology.com/
(Annand) http://www.navamsa.com
(Hank Friedman) http://www.soulhealing.com/
(Christopher Kevill) http://modernvedicastrology.com/Home
(Drs. Frans Langenkamp) http://www.selfrealisation.net/UK/VedicAstrology/threeinone.php

JYOTISH BLOGS

http://www.networkedblogs.com/topic/vedic_astrology/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JyotishGroup/
(Indiadivine Organisation) http://www.indiadivine.org/articles/section/123-vedic-astrology-jyotish.html (Join group)
(Jaganath Institute) http://jyotish-blog.blogspot.com/
(Sarajit Poddar) http://varahamihira.blogspot.com/
(Sanjay Prabhakaran) http://sanjayprabhakaran.blogspot.com
(VJ Goel) http://vjgoel.blogspot.com/
(Thomas Joseph) http://thomaskjoseph.blogspot.com
(Vic Dicara) http://vicdicara.wordpress.com/
http://vicdicara.wordpress.com/2010/04/02/vedic-astrology-primer/
http://hariharbharatam.blogspot.com/
http://jyothishi-pandit.blogspot.com/

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JYOTISH LINKS

http://www.scribd.com/doc/15258065/Jyotish-Website (List of Web Sites)
http://www.topsite.com/best/jyotish
http://www.similarsites.com/sites/astrojyoti.com?ref=04001
http://www.venoastrology.com/links.htm
http://onlinejyotish.com/
http://shyamasundaradasa.com/jyotish/resources/jyotish_links.html
http://www.dirah.dds.nl/other.htm
http://www.dirah.org/jyotish.htm
http://informe.com/learn/learn_vedic_astrology/
http://www.padminilight.com/recommended_links.htm
http://astrology.toplisted.net/

JYOTISH ARTICLES

http://www.scribd.com/search?query=jyotish (SCRIBD DOWNLOAD "Jyotish articles")
http://www.scribd.com/search-collections?docs_count=&limit=10&query=vedic+astrology (SCRIBD "Vedic Astrology")
http://www.brihaspati.net/
http://astrobix.com/articles/
http://www.boloji.com/astro/index.htm
http://www.journalofastrology.com/articles.php?category_id=1
http://www.experiencefestival.com/jyotish

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JYOTISH ON-LINE LESSONS

http://astrologyforthesoul.com/vedicastrology/index.html
http://soulhealing.com/tutorialvedic.htm
http://www.laurabarat.org/
http://www.learnjyotishnow.com/
http://vedic.indastro.com/learn-astrology/yoga-index.php
http://www.astrologytutorials.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0xPLx-oiYg (YouTube Vedic Sidereal Astrology Lessons)

http://www.alwaysastrology.com/learn-astrology.html (Western Astrology)
http://www.bobmarksastrologer.com/TOClessons.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7unoJDNyoI&feature=related (YouTube Western Tropical Astrology Lessons)

CORRESPONDENCE/COURSES

(VEDANET Dr DAVID FRAWLEY)http://www.vedanet.com/
www.surajamrita.com/yoga/hidden/project/FINAL_TEST_PART_II.doc
(MANLEY) http://www.lightonvedicastrology.com/
(SEARCH ENGINE) http://www.clickindia.com/search.php?q=correspondence+courses+in+vedic+astrology
(KOMILLA) http://www.komilla.com/pages/courses.html
(DIRAH) http://www.dirah.org/coursepage.htm
http://www.vedicastro.com/
(SIVA) http://www.siva-edu.com/static/English/glavni.html

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JYOTISH MAGAZINES & JOURNALS

http://thejyotishdigest.com/
http://mountainastrologer.com/tma/
http://www.starteller.com/
lhttp://www.councilvedicastrology.com/journal.html
http://www.astrologicalmagazine.com/

VEDIC ASTROLOGY ORGANISATIONS

http://www.acvaonline.org/
http://www.bava.org/
http://iipa.net/IIPA2010DH/index.htm
http://www.dirah.org/
http://www.education.nic.in/circulars/astrologycurriculum.asp

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JYOTISH TOOLS/SOFTWARE

http://www.vedicastrologer.org/jh/
http://www.vedicsoftware.com/
http://www.parashara.com/
http://blog.jyotishtools.com/2006/10/16/welcome-to-the-new-jyotish-tools-website.aspx
http://jyotishtools.com/home.php

MORE GENERAL SITES

http://www.astrojyothi.com
http://www.astroved.com/
(Astrology Lessons included)

http://www.planetarypositions.com/
http://www.maharishiyagya.org/jyotish/counterparts.html
http://www.jyotishashastra.org/index2.html
http://www.selfrealisation.net/UK/VedicAstrology/jyorik.php
http://www.vedicscholar.com/
http://www.howisyourdaytoday.com/
http://www.soothsayers-india.com/sitemap.html
http://www.india-astrologer.com/
http:///www.scientificastrology.com/
http://www.nadi-astrology.org/ (Nadi Astrology)
http://www.microastrology.com/
http://cafejyotish.com/
http://jyotisha.00it.com/links/vedicastrology.html

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ASTRONOMY

http://www.vedicastronomy.net
http://esotericteaching.org/initiate/bhakti-vaibhava/jyotish/vedic-astronomy
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/astronomy/stars/constellations.shtml

ASTRONOMY & MYTHOLOGY

http://www.constellationsofwords.com/Fixedstars.htm & http://www.astrologycom.com/fixedstars.html
http://www.tagate.com/horoscope/index.shtml
http://www.astrologyinstitute.com/Fixed_star_lessons/lesson_four.htm

JYOTISH & METAPHYSICS & 2012-30

http://www.souledout.org/nightsky/summertriangle/summertriangle.html
http://www.souledout.org/
http://www.esotericastrologer.org/
http://www.sevenraystoday.com/quotesmap.htm
http://livingbeing.com/2012/tag/sirius/
http://2012forum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=60&t=12141

YUGA "AGES" THEORY & MUHURTAM (Panchangam & Prasna Astrology)

http://baharna.com/karma/yuga.htm
http://www.sanskrit.org/www/Astronomy/HinduCalendar.html
http://shrifreedom.org/tithi.htm
http://www.astrojyoti.com/dailypanchangadarshini
http://www.astrojyoti.com/otherplanetstransit.htm
http://astrology.aryabhatt.com/astrology_planet_1.asp
http://www.mypanchang.com/
http://www.kundlee.com/
http://www.scribd.com/doc/24518765/Varachakra (PRASNA)
http://www.scribd.com/doc/24518753/Principles-of-Prashna

http://www.scribd.com/doc/24412841/Dasha-Pravesh-Chakra

(MUHURTAM) http://www.scribd.com/doc/36595854/Muhurtha-Jyotish-Vedic-Astrology

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ASTROLOGICAL REMEDIALS

http://www.scribd.com/doc/20417259/Vedic-Astrology-for-Better-Health-2
http://www.saranam.com/ (Puja/Yagna)
http://www.vedicstore.com/jyotish.html
http://www.pegasusproducts.com/

JYOTISH RESEARCH/MEDICAL ASTROLOGY (For example: Charak & Frawley's work on research in medical astrology)

http://www.jyotishi.com/
http://www.boloji.com/astro/00315.htm
http://www.dgoldsteinphd.com/
http://www.isarastrology.com/

FINANCIAL ASTROLOGY

http://marketjyotish.blogspot.com/
http://www.astrologicalinvesting.com/
http://www.astrologyforganntraders.com.au/main.html
http://www.astro-ipo.blogspot.com/
http://starmoneysecrets.blogspot.com/

ASTROLOGY DICTIONARY

http://www.evolvingdoor.ca/glossary/glossary_a.htm
http://www.aryabhatt.com/astrology%20book/astrologyA.htm (Astrological Terminology/Dictionary)

WESTERN ASTROLOGY SITES

(Dane Rudhyar) http://www.khaldea.com/
(Robert Hand)http://www.robhand.com
(Liz Greene) http://www.astrology.co.uk/LizG.htm
(Robin Macnaughton) http://www.solsticepoint.com/astrologersmemorial/macnaughton.html
(Mind Fire) http://www.mindfire.ca/
(ASTRO.COM) http://www.astro.com/
(Cafe Astrology) http://www.cafeastrology.com/siteindex.html
(Always Astrology) http://www.alwaysastrology.com/index.html
http://www.astrologyzine.com/
(Astrocartography) http://www.astrocartographyinfo.com/


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