Jyotiṣārṇava

Prof. B. J. Rao, a distinguished Jyotishi and author, once authored a book that revealed the misconceptions prevalent in the field of Jyotisa, which have been perpetuated by certain prominent institutions and writers. Unfortunately, many of his works are no longer accessible, and the legacy of this unrecognized authority remains largely unknown to many within the astrological community. In contrast, numerous authors who have promoted erroneous theories and ideas have gained unwarranted fame and recognition. Such is the nature of Kaliyuga, it seems. The sacred knowledge of Jyotisa is safeguarded. Numerous elements related to this topic have been entirely disregarded by contemporary astrologers. The promotion and practice of misleading theories can lead to significant consequences and repercussions, as outlined in ancient texts. This is why traditional Jyotisis and scholars such as Sri Patel and Sri Bhasin emphasized the importance of Shastra Pramana. Unfortunately, faculty members at es...

The outcomes of Vimshottari Dasha are determined by assessing the strength of the Grahas. To achieve this, the Avastha is computed. Various techniques exist for calculating the Avasthas. In the texts, Shiva elucidates the Snanadi method of Graha Samaya to Devi Parvati. This particular method is referenced in both Jyotisharnava Navanitam and Shukra Nadi, and it is uniquely associated with Shiva's Jyotisha system. Image: Shiva and Parvati. Source: Pinterest. मेषादिलग्नसंख्याभिर्मेषादिस्थितखेचरान । संगुण्य च समैराप्तं फलमूहचं च शेषान् ॥ स्वशेषं स्वदशावर्षसंख्यया गुणयेत्पुनः । नक्षत्रैर्भाजितं शेषं ग्रहाणां समयास्मृताः ॥ (Rf. JN) The calculation of Graha Samaya is as follows: 1. Count from Mesha to the Lagna. (A) 2. Count from Mesha to the Rashi occupied by the Graha whose Avastha is to be determined. (B) 3. Note the Dasha years of the said Graha in the Vimshottari Dasha system. (C) 4. Multiply above numbers. (A×B×C) 5. Divide the figure obtained in the above step 4 by 27....

A very rare manuscript on natal astrology associated with Siva's Jyotisha system features a conversation between Shiva and Parvati. In this dialogue, Devi inquires about the causes of childlessness and the appropriate remedies to be undertaken for the attainment of offspring. Shankara, the universal benefactor, responds to her questions. Image: Shiva Parvati Samvada Source: Pinterest 1. Reasons Behind Childlessness श्रृणु त्वं गिरिजे त्वं हि दोषान् षट्‌सप्तसंज्ञिकान् । प्राणिनां चैव सर्वेषां मंगनानां विशेषतः ॥   śrṛṇu tvaṃ girije tvaṃ hi doṣān ṣaṭ‌saptasaṃjñikān | prāṇināṃ caiva sarveṣāṃ maṃganānāṃ viśeṣataḥ ||  ["Listen, Girija (Devi Parvati), there are six and seven (thirteen) types of faults that affect all living beings, especially women.] नराणाञ्चानपत्य त्वं दत्तपुत्रादि संभवः।  स्रावसन्तति नामाञ्च मृतपुत्रत्वमेव च ॥ स्कन्दञ्च कृमिकूपञ्च रक्तस्त्रावस्तथैव च ।  भूतग्रासो रतौभिन्नं शुक्लतोयत्वमेव च ॥ परिमेषस्तथाग्नेयमेते दोषास्त्रयोदश ।  नराणाञ्च...

A Malayalam Commentary on Brihat Jataka suggests that the astrological chart corresponding to significant events in the life of the individual should be analyzed independently. This encompasses charts at pivotal moments such as marriage, job transitions, conception of a child, and so forth. Sri Varahamihira also emphasizes the significance of Vivaha Muhurta Lagna in his work, Brihat Samhita. In a similar vein, the oath charts of governments can be examined to forecast the events anticipated to unfold during the tenure of the current administration. While this may appear somewhat ambiguous due to the absence of a direct birth, it can still be deemed valid as new entities are established. Nevertheless, the Vimsottari or Kendradi Dasa cannot be utilized in this context, as the maximum duration of a government is typically five years, after which elections are conducted once more. Following the election of a new government, a new oath-taking ceremony is held at a different Muhurta. Under t...

Nakshatraphala Chandrikā , which I have compiled, outlines the effects associated with birth in the twenty-seven constellations. This compilation is based on an extensive examination of various ancient texts. It is important to approach these findings with care and to possess a solid understanding of the underlying principles. Image: Nakshatra Mandala. Source: Pinterest. विज्ञातवानरोगो भिषक्प्रदातार्थभृत्यवनितेशः ।  दक्षः क्षितिपतिसेवी जातः स्यादश्विने शूरः ॥ (PH) [One born under Ashwini Nakshatra becomes knowledgeable about diseases, a physician, a giver, wealthy, has a command over servants and women, he is skillful, serves kings, and is brave.] प्रियभूषणः सुरूपः सुभगो दक्षोऽश्विनीषु मतिमांश्च ॥ (VH/VS) [One born under the Ashwini Nakshatra will be fond of ornaments, beautiful in appearance, liked by all, clever and intelligent.] प्रज्ञो धृतिमान् दक्षः स्वधर्मनिरतः कुलाधिको मानी ।  लघुभोजनोऽतिमान्यो मध्यः स्यादाश्विनीमनुजः ॥ (HS) [The person born in Ashwini Na...

Lagnaphala Bhaskara is a comprehensive work that explores the influence of the twelve Rashis as they ascend in the Lagna, which I have developed after extensive study of various ancient texts on Jyotisha. In this blog article, I have provided the effects of Mesha Lagna along with some insights from the writings of Sri B.V. Raman and Sri J.N. Bhasin. Additionally, detailed explanations and commentary have been included at the conclusion. Image Source: Pinterest मेषविलग्ने कुनखः सुरोषणो भेदकृत्स्खलितवाक्यः । पित्ताऽनिलभूयिष्ठः कृपणोऽति बहुव्यथश्चैव ॥ रहितो बाल्ये गुरुभिर्मन्दसुतः स्वजनसहज हितकर्त्ता धर्मस्थितो विदेशोपगश्च कर्माऽरभत्यऽफलं ॥ नीचां वा पिशुनां वा विकलां लभत्येऽनपूर्विकां भार्यां । सहजसमान्यपि मित्राणि चाऽस्य बन्धुत्वमुपयान्ति ॥ शस्त्रेण वा विषैर्वा मरणं पित्तोद्भवैर्विकारैर्वा । स्वात्पक्षात्ज्वलाद्वा वर्षात्दुर्गात् प्रपतनाद्वा ॥ (SJ) [A person born in Mesha lagna will have deformed nails and will be easily irritated. He will cause rift and disruption among others and may...