SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION

Now I will explain the use of these sixteen divisions. The physique from Lagna, wealth from Hora, happiness through co-born from Dreshkana, fortunes from Chaturthansa, sons and grandsons from Saptamsa, spouse from Navamsa, power (and position) from Dashansa, parents from Dvadasha, benefits and adversities through conveyances from Shodashans, worship from Vimshams, learning from Chaturvimshams, strength and weakness from Saptavimshans, evil effects from Trimshansa, auspicious and inauspicious effects from Khavedans and all indications from both Akshavedans and Shashtians: these are the considerations to be made through the respective Vargaas. The House, whose Lord is in a malefic Shashtians, will diminish; so say Garga and others. The House, whose Lord is in a benefic Shodashans, flourish. This is how the 16 Vargaas are to be evaluated.

Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra:Ch. VII, 1 8) SIDEREAL OR NIRAYAN Astrology, now popularly riding the crest of a popular wave under the name of Vedic astrology, intends to concentrate on the complexities and reveal the various aspects of human life various Lagnas, Varga Charts or divisional charts, Dasha systems etc. with the main aim to understand the manifested and hidden dimensions of life. The natal chart reveals in a broad way : Along with the Samvat/Shake, Vaar, Tithi, Yoga, Karan, Nakhatras, Signs as per Elements, Quality and Polarity and
Houses (as per Kendra, Trikon, Trik, Upachaya, Panaphara and Apoklim of Rasil chart and Graha as per Bhava Karaka, Sthir Karaka and Char karaka.,etc. are

considered.
Further, strengths of Graha are revealed through the Shadbala (Six fold strengths) : i) Sthana Bala or Positional strength ii) Dig Bala or Directional Strength iii)Kala Bala or Temporal Strength iv) Chesta Bala or Motional Strength v) Naisargika Bala or

Inherent Strength vi) Dig Bala or Aspectual Strength (strength derived from aspects of other planets. The natal chart seen through the above and studied along with respective lagna, graha, varga (divisional) charts, etc. will enable the learned astrologer to interpret the various facets of life with greater precision.

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Role and Significance of Varga (Divisional) Charts

Various Vargas or Divisions in Sidereal Astrology represents different aspects of human life. A Divisional Chart is the extension of a certain house for microscopic analysis and a planet becomes highly potent by occupying certain divisions and the strength thus obtained by a planet is called Vargabal. Mantreswara in Phaladeepika, Adhyaya III mentions about the Dasavargas or the ten-fold divisions. Sage Parashara in his magnum opus, Brihat Parasar Hora Sastra, known as the Bible of Astrology, mentions about Shodasa Varaga or the sixteen divisional charts in chapters VI and VII. The sixteen divisional charts, which are compared to the various diagnostic tests, are mentioned below:
Chart Chart name No D/1 Rashi or Janmakundali D/2 Hora The formation of the Chart and its use in brief It comprises of 30 and is the basic horoscope and the planets are placed in their respective signs they occupy in the zodiac. A sign is divided into 2 parts of 15 each, known as Hora. For odd signs the first Hora belong to the Sun whereas for even signs the first Hora belongs to the Moon and the second Hora belongs to the Sun. This chart indicates the financial status, personal appearance, speech, habits, etc. of the native. A sign is divided into 3 parts of 10 each. The lords of the 1st, 5th and 9th are the lords of the 3 respective dreskhanas. This chart shows happiness from siblings and their influence on the native. It comprises of one-fourth of a sign, i.e., 7 30` ; totally forming 4 divisions. The first division falls in the same sign; the second in the 4th sign; the third in the 7th sign and the fourth in the 10th sign from it. This division shows fortune, landed property, assets, liabilities, influence of the mother, domestic life, mental peace, landed property and conveyance. A sign of 30 degrees is divided into 7 equal part of

D/3

Dreskhana

D/4

Chaturthamsa

D/7

Saptamsha

4 17` 8.5 each. In odd signs, the seven parts belong to the seven signs falling in regular order from the odd sign concerned. In even signs, the first part belongs to the sign seventh from it, and the remaining signs follow in regular order. D/7 chart shows dynasty, sons, grandsons, their property and social status.
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D/9

Navamsa

A sign is divided into 9 equal parts of 3 20` Lordship of parts starts from signs A J G D matching fiery, earthy, airy and watery signs. In Chapter VIII, shloka 3 Sage Parasar says: One should study the strong and weak points of the wife, her physical and psychic composition and characteristics in D/9 chart. Research today shows that the Navamsa chart can be treated as an independent chart to interpret various facets of life as it is magnified nine times. The Prati Navamsa chart, magnified 81 times can lead us to startling interpretations as per the research on MEDITATIONS
UPON CERTAIN PRINCIPLES FROM BRIHAT PARASHARI OPERATING THROUGH NAVAMSHA: A DIVINE PLAN

D/10

Dasamsa

by Sayanacharya, Shridhar Govind Joshi. A sign is divided into 10 equal parts of 3 each. For odd signs the lordship for various parts starts from the sign itself and for even signs it starts from the 9th there from. It is an extension of the 10th House and shows livelihood, profession, social status, position, power, authority, name, fame, etc.
This comprises of one-twelfth of a sign, equivalent to 2

D/12

Dwadasamsa

D/16

Shodashamsha

30 ` each. The first Dwadasama falls in the sign itself and the subsequent Dwadasamsas fall in subsequent signs in regular order. According to Sage Parasara this chart considers the natives relationship with parents and also the influence and help from parents. The sign is divided into 16 divisions, comprising of 152 ` 30 each. In moveable signs the Shodaasamsha starts from A in sequence and the last ends in D. In fixed signs the Shodaasamsha starts from E in sequence and the last ends in H. In dual signs the Shodaasamsha starts from I in sequence and the last ends in L. Sage Parasara states in BPHS, Ch. 8 sh. 4:Know happiness, misery and luxury of vehicle from Shodashamsha. Eminent astrologers consider it as extension of 4th house domestic harmony, peace of mind, landed property, conveyance and happiness from mother.

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D/20

Vimshamsha

This is the twentieth division of a sign measuring 130 ` if the

arc. In moveable signs, it stars from A ; in fixed signs from I and in dual signs from E. Subsequent Vimshamshas belong to the signs falling in their sequence. Astrologers use this chart to know whether a person is hard working or easy going. It shows meditation, worship, dedication, devotion, study of scriptures, japas and upasnas.
D/24 Chaturvimshamsha This is the 24th part of a sign and each division measures or Shidhamsa 1 15. In odd signs the counting is from E and in even

signs the counting starts from D. Subsequent Chaturvimshamshas follow in regular order. This divisional chart shows higher education, academic achievement, learning, knowledge and mental power.
D/27 Saptavinamsha or Bhamsha This is the 27th part of a sign and each division measures

16 `40 . In fiery signs the counting starts from A; in earthy signs it start from D; in airy signs it starts from G and in watery signs it starts from J. According to Sage Parashara, this chart shows strength and weakness of the native the physical, mental and spiritual strength of the native.
Each sign is divided into 5 unequal parts. In odd signs : first 5 belong to u, the next 5 to w, the next 8 to

D/30

Trimshamsha

V, the subsequent 7 to s and the last 5 to t. In even signs this order gets reversed where t, s, v, w and u owns 5, 7, 8, 5 and 5 degrees respectively in a sign.
This chart shows that one achieves his goals and happiness in life if planets are strong and benefic. Otherwise it indicates misfortune, adversities and evil results. Some state that it shows the manner of death. This is one fortieth division of a sign. In odd sign the first Khevdamsha starts from A whereas in even signs

D/40

Khavedamsha

The counting starts from G. The remaining divisions follow in regular order in both the cases. This chart reveals good and bad times, auspicious and inauspicious of a horoscope. This chart should confirm with the Rashi chart to subscribe to the views.

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D/45

Aksha Vedamsha

D/60

Shashtyamsha

Each sign is divided into 45 divisions of 0.40 of the arc. Counting is moveable signs starts from A , in fixed signs from E , and in dual signs from I . The remaining divisions follow the usual regular order. This chart shows general happiness and prosperity of the native in confirmation with the indications given in the natal or Rasi chart. This is the sixtieth division of the chart and each division measures 0.30 of the arc. The counting of the first Shashyamsa starts from the same sign and subsequent divisions follow the regular order. If the birth time is correct then this chart can assess the overall strength and promise of the horoscope. Some learned astrologers say that it is also useful in the case of twin births.

Some schools of thought assert that a retrograde malefic gains power, while a retrograde benefic loses power. There is some merit to the different opinions on the true effects of retrograde. The Shashtyamsha lord help make the determination of good or difficult results because the Shashtyamsha lord will either be malefic or benefic, and this may help to settle the case
I feel delighted to state that during our 120th celebration of Jyotisha Bharati (formerly known as Bombay Astrological Society), the use of the vargas or divisional charts is being given greater importance in our Institute. Mr. G.B. Forbes, the Principal of Jyotisha Bharati, has been kind enough to permit two students, Prof. Meena Thaker and Mr. Sundeep Arora, a very prominent Rotarian and social worker, both of whom who have successfully passed Jyotish Visharad course, to complete their thesis in Sidereal Astrology on the topic of Profession with reference to D/1, D/9, D/10 and D/24 charts in particular. Their pioneering efforts will see the theories of Sage Parasara and other Rishis being expounded through live case studies. It is my fond and earnest hope that many more students will follow their footsteps in the future, where research will be given a rightful place it deserves and thereby make Sidereal Astrology vibrant with a scientific temperament. To find the richer veins of gold one has to dig deep into the bowels of the earth. Unceasing and consistent efforts, by burning the midnight oil, are absolutely necessary to unfold the rich heritage of Sidereal Astrology.
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TWO THESIS ON THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN ASTROLOGY E I (1) THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN ASTROLOGY

A THESIS IN SIDEREAL (NIRAYAN ASTROL ESIS ASTROLOGY)

By

PROF. MEENA THAKKER, JYOTIR VISHARADA BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN, MUMBAI

UNDER THE AUSPICES OF JYOTISHA BHARA ATI, BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVA MUMBAI AN,
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