5,000+ Years | 27 Nakshatras | 9 Planets | Dasha System
The Science of Light from ancient India. The world's oldest and most detailed astrological system using Sidereal zodiac (actual star positions) and 27 Nakshatras (Lunar Mansions) for precise life predictions.
Vedic Astrology, or Jyotish in Sanskrit, means 'Science of Light'. It is an ancient astrological system from India with over 5,000 years of history.
Jyotish is one of the six Vedangas (limbs of the Vedas), considered the 'eyes of the Vedas' that help humans see the past, present, and future.
The key feature of Vedic Astrology is the Sidereal system that calculates actual star positions in the sky, unlike the Western Tropical system based on the Spring Equinox.
The crucial difference between two systems
Vedic zodiac signs with Sanskrit names
Mesha
Brave, Leader, Initiative
Vrishabha
Stable, Patient, Comfort-loving
Mithuna
Communicative, Smart, Adaptable
Karka
Sensitive, Family, Caring
Simha
Honorable, Generous, Leader
Kanya
Detailed, Analytical, Responsible
Tula
Fair, Balanced, Peace-loving
Vrishchika
Deep, Determined, Powerful
Dhanu
Free, Visionary, Philosophical
Makara
Ambitious, Patient, Disciplined
Kumbha
Unconventional, Idealistic, Social
Meena
Dreamy, Imaginative, Empathetic
Star clusters on the Moon's path - Heart of Vedic Astrology
Nakshatras are 27 star clusters the Moon passes through monthly. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac, has a ruling deity, symbol, and unique characteristics. Birth Nakshatra determines personality and destiny more precisely than zodiac signs.
Ashwini Kumaras | Horse Head
Healing, Speed, Enthusiasm
Brahma | Chariot
Beauty, Fertility, Creativity
Brihaspati | Lotus
Auspicious, Lucky, Nurturing
Pitris (Ancestors) | Throne
Royal, Power, Honor
The nine planets in Vedic Astrology
Surya
Soul, Father, Authority
BeneficChandra
Mind, Mother, Emotions
BeneficMangala
Energy, Courage, Siblings
MaleficBudha
Intelligence, Communication, Trade
NeutralGuru
Wisdom, Teacher, Fortune
BeneficShukra
Love, Art, Pleasure
BeneficShani
Karma, Obstacles, Longevity
MaleficRahu
Ambition, Illusion, Past Karma
MaleficKetu
Liberation, Spirituality, Karma
MaleficTwelve houses dividing life areas
Self, Personality, Health
Wealth, Family, Speech
Siblings, Courage, Communication
Mother, Home, Happiness
Children, Intelligence, Education
Enemies, Disease, Debt
Spouse, Partnership, Business
Longevity, Inheritance, Transformation
Luck, Religion, Father
Career, Fame, Society
Income, Friends, Achievements
Loss, Foreign, Liberation
Life map from planetary positions at birth
Kundali is the birth chart in Vedic Astrology showing positions of all 9 planets in signs and houses at the time and place of birth.
Various formats exist: North Indian, South Indian, and East Indian charts, but the information is identical.
Analyzing Kundali requires examining Lagna sign, Moon sign, and Nakshatra, along with planetary positions in each house.
Vimshottari Dasha - 120-Year Planetary Cycle
The Dasha system is a unique predictive technique of Vedic Astrology. Vimshottari Dasha divides life into periods ruled by each planet, totaling 120 years, starting from the birth Nakshatra.
years
Ketu
years
Venus
years
Sun
years
Moon
years
Mars
years
Rahu
years
Jupiter
years
Saturn
years
Mercury
Special planetary combinations with significant effects
Formation: Kendra + Trikona lords combine
Result: Success, Power, Honor
Formation: Jupiter in Kendra from Moon
Result: Fame, Wisdom, Wealth
Formation: Mercury conjunct Sun
Result: High Intelligence, Good Education
Formation: Jupiter in own/exalted sign in Kendra
Result: Purity, Virtue, Elevation
When Mars is in houses 1, 4, 7, 8, or 12 from Lagna or Moon, it may affect married life. Marriage with someone having similar Mangal Dosha or remedial rituals are recommended.
The 7.5-year period when Saturn transits through the sign before, the sign of, and the sign after Moon. A challenging period with tests, but also spiritual growth opportunities.
Electional Astrology - Choosing Auspicious Timing
Muhurta is the science of selecting auspicious times for important activities like marriage, business opening, and housewarming by analyzing planetary positions, Tithi, Nakshatra, and Yoga.
Because they use different systems. Western uses Tropical (Spring Equinox), Vedic uses Sidereal (actual stars) with approximately 23-24 degree difference.
Birth Nakshatra determines personality, starting Dasha, and marriage compatibility. Much more detailed than zodiac signs.
Dasha predicts life timing - what you'll experience in each period, good or challenging, based on the ruling planet.
VerHoro uses Lahiri Ayanamsa, the official standard used by the Indian government.
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