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Attain Knowledge with Determination
Everybody must start learning at an early age. During that period, there must be no desire for
comforts. Whatever discomforts are present, they must be borne with patience. Knowledge should
be the only goal and one must be determined to achieve that. Such a person alone will have proper
education and become a scholar.
In ancient days (before the churning of the ocean that led to the immortality of the Devas), the Devas
(the sons of Aditi) and the Asuras (demons, the sons of Diti) fought battles frequently. There were
fatalities on both sides; but Shukracharya, the preceptor of the Asuras, knew the MritaSanjeevani
(the art of reviving dead persons). He revived all the dead demons. However the preceptor of the
Devas, Brihaspati, did not know this art. This put the Devas in great difficulty.
The Devas hit upon an idea. They sent Kacha, the son of Brihaspati, to Shukracharya so that he could
learn that art. Kacha became Shukracharya's disciple and was doing service to the Guru. The Asuras
unable to digest this, gave many pinpricks to Kacha. But the latter tolerated everything and
continued his Guru Seva.
Ultimately, he learned the MritaSanjeevani art and revived the devas whenever they died in the
battles. This is mentioned in the Mahabharata.
Hence, one who tolerates hardships on the path to knowledge and is steadfast in learning, will come
up in life and earn everybody's appreciation.
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Reasons for
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Horoscope Analysis of
Musical Legend
Dr. Balamurali Krishna
| R. S. Maniam
P adma Vibhushan Dr. Mangalapalli Balamurali Krishna born on
6th July 1930 passed away on 22nd November 2016 at the ripe age
of 86 years. This was a shattering blow to the world of Carnatic Music.
Starting his career at the age of six, he went on to conduct more than
25,000 concerts globally.
Prolonged Venus Transit

Venus was seen shining in the western sky for a long time after sunset
almost for six months. The last conjunction of Venus and Sun occurred on
7th June 2016 and Venus was later ahead of Sun, in longitude. During this
long Venusian transit, Dr. Jayalalithaa fell sick and passed away. Earlier in
2015 during a similar setting of Venus in the western sky, film well known
With a string of titles and awards given
musician M. S. Vishwanathan and former President of India Dr. Abdul J.
by different groups for his proficiency in
astrology, Mr. R.S.Maniam is a Medical Kalam passed away.
Assistant and had worked as a Medical
Enforcement Officer in profession and Venus as Atmakaraka
currently is an academic staff at Lincoln
University College in Malaysia. He has
been described by Bhagavan Sri Sathya
Saibaba as Divine Astrologer and he
has been awarded the Nostradamus
award in 2010. He has had his spiritual
training under Swami Bramma Sri
Sivananda Maharaj, Ponnamaravathi,
Puthukottai District in South India.
Mr. Maniam, with an experience of
over 36 years in the study of astrology,
has contributed many articles to
various journals on different aspects Erecting the horoscope on the day Dr. Balamurali Krishna passed away, we
of mundane astrology. He attributes find Venus in Sagittarius (his birth lagna) at 17d 42'? in proximity to birth
his initial learning to Dr. B. V. Ramans
Lagna at 20d 55' (in the constellation of Poorvashada).
books, later having studied under late
Mr. Muthuratina Bharathi. He has In his birth horoscope Venus is Atmakaraka being at 27d 37'. Venus is in Pisces
been honored the title Jothida Acharya,
Navamsa. It is said Ucche Dharmanityata Kaivalyam Cha. If the Atmakaraka
Jothida Gaurau and Jothida Kalamani
by various organizations. He has been occupies Pisces (Meena), the native is fond of virtuous deeds and charities, will
doing spiritual sadhana at Laksmy take residence in Swarga Loka or will attain final bliss or Moksha (freedom
Mantralaya being a senior disciple of from rebirth).
Swami Bramma Sri Sivananda Maharaj.
Born in Sagittarius Lagna, he has Saturn in Lagna with an aspect of
Jupiter, Mercury and Sun (placed in the intellectual sign of Gemini). In a way,
this combination has made him share his wisdom of music with the world.

Venus is placed in the 8th
musician was born during Jupiter Hora making him a Guru to thousands of
students in Carnatic classical music. He was born on the auspicious thithi of
On 22nd th
aspect
of Mars and the 10 aspect of Saturn, from Scorpio. Tamil Calendar describes this
th
th
aspect of Saturn
and 8 th
Saturn, Moon and Ketu
these three planets Saturn, Moon and Ketu.
M.S. Subbbulakshmi, it is noted
then Saturn in transit.
In both the horoscopes, Venus is in the sign of Cancer while Mars aspects Moon.
Similarly in the horoscope of Semmangudi R.Sreenivasa Iyer, the planets

Saturn and Ketu show association. Saturn in the horoscopes of Dr. Balamurali

M. L. Vasanthakumari
has this association Saturn, Moon and Ketu. She was of extraordinary caliber.
She was born on 3rd July 1928.
The planetary association of these three planets Saturn, Moon and Ketu
In the horoscope of Nityashree

Moon and Ketu is seen in Gemini
Muthuswami Dikshitar was a great poet-composer whose chart too indicated
them Venus and Jupiter in Aries, Mars and Rahu in Leo and Moon in Sagittarius.
Deeply religious Dikshitar passed away when his disciples were singing.
Dr. Balamurali Krishna died in Mars dasa Venus bhukthi. Venus occupying the 8th house which depicts the
house of atma. On the 22nd November 2016, Venus was transiting the sign of Sagittarius his birth lagna. The
birth chart indicates that Venus is the lord of 6th and 11th. On his death day, Venus was 18 Sagittarius while
the natal Saturn is at 15 both in the constellation of Poorvashada.

Words of Wisdom

Energising Ceremonies for

Hindu Temples Explained
| Dr. Vamshi K Ghanapaathi
T emples are maintained within the guidelines of Scriptures such as

Veda, Puranas. The inaugural ceremonies are called as Pratishtha.
Technically, the rituals are termed as Sthira Pratishtha. However, there are
other popular words to connote the expression of Temple Inauguration.
Pratishtha: Everlasting. The divinity associated with the deities should
have a lasting impact on the region, effectively on the devotees.
1. Prana Pratishtha: Invoking life force in the idols and various
components of the temple, making it an energetic life force. In turn,
this edifice would enliven the visiting devotees.
Dr. Vamshi Krishna Ghanapathi is an 2. Kumbha Abhishekam: The Kalashas, in which the multitude of
academic of Indology, deeply interested deities are invoked contain water. This sanctified water is poured from
in philosophy, music, literature and the Kumbhas (Pots).
linguistics. He is associated with Sri Ganapati
Sachchidananda Swamiji, a great spiritual 3. Maha Kumbha Abhishekam: If the event is conducted on a grand
leader of our times for the past 3 decades. He scale, it is called as above, to reflect the grandeur.
was awareded a doctorate in Sanskrit by the
Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University, Hyderabad 4. Samprokshanam or Maha Samprokshanam: Sprinkling the sacred
for his thesis Philosophical and Pragmatic water on the temple tower.
Critique on Rituals
5. Brahma Kalasha Abhishekam: Important Kalashas pertaining to
each main deity, to be consecrated are placed on the central pedestal.
On this pedestal, a special design called Sarvato Bhadra Mandalam is
placed. Its meaning and purpose is all round -welfare. The exhaustive
list of deities invoked in the kalashas starts with Brahma. (Brahma in
this context is the parabrahman, the primordial causal factor of every
being of the universe).
The most important aspect in the consecration of a temple is pouring the
sacred water from the kalashas on the idols of the deities. However, it is
pertinent to remind that the entire temple is considered as an embodiment
of the deity. The top most part called shikhara (pinnacle/ summit) is in the
shape of pot in a majority of designs. The water poured on the summit is
called as Kumbhabhishekam.
Logistical Convenience
It is a known fact that the cramped space in the sanctum of the temple, is
insufficient for large gathering of the devotees to witness the Abhishekam
to the deities. Hence, the tradition has allowed the emphasis on the
Abhishekam on the Ceremonial Pots (Kalashas) on the Temple Tower,
to enable thousands of people witness the event. When Should this Happen?
Gradually, this logistical convenience has become
As explained earlier, the ritual should be conducted
very popular and the entire event is named after this
after any addition of new structures or repair,
event.
replacement of temple components. Even in the
Periodical Renewals of Divinity absence of any such event, Kumbhabhishekam is
performed after the completion of 12 years.
It is a well-practised tradition to conduct a
Kumbhabhishekam after 12 years. Temples as any Why 12 Years
structures need periodical maintenance. Sometimes,
Astrologically, the 12 year cycle is connected with
it might require major repairs and renovations or
the transit of Guru Graha (Bruhaspati/ Jupiter). It is
improvements. After conducting such works, it is
also called as Pushkaram in some regions. Technically
customary to invoke relevant deities on the new
speaking, the 60 year cycle is further sub-divided as
constructions.
five groups of 12 year cycles called as Samvatsara,
Even in the absence of the above mentioned events, Parivatsara, Idaavatsara, Iduvatsara and Vatsara.
it is also natural that the staff in the temple become According to traditional analysis of personal bio-
negligent or stressed or indisposed to conduct graphy, we can easily illustrate the effect of 12 year
the regular services in the temple, resulting in the cycles. New thoughts, projects germinate at the turn
accumulation of sins. of cycles in humans. Similarly, each Temple will have
a measurement cycle, which calls for documenting the
Rectifying such mistakes and sanctifying the new
changes.
structures of additions requires the conduct of a set of
rituals. These rituals have all the components of the Hence, seers or mahatmas conduct the
Inaugural Ceremonies, except for the procedure of Kumbhabhishekam ceremonies periodically, to renew
Adhivasa (immersing the idols in various ingredients the religious vigour in the temple and enhance the
and installation.) quotient of divinity among the devotees.
Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, Frisco, USA

Future of India
Vedic Astrology Analysis
| Raman Suprajarama
A Note on Demonetization
The year closes with one of the hottest topics #2016 Demonetization. I was in Chicago, USA,
when the Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi announced the demonetization drive. In India, it was
the evening of November 8, 2016 at around 8.15 PM. Fixed sign, Scorpio was rising.
86% of Indias currency was nullified. All the 500 were demonetized. However, this initiative is
and 1,000 rupee notes that were in circulation different.
were instantaneously void, and the public was Were The Intentions of
given a 50-day period to exchange or deposit The Government Genuine?
their invalid cash.
The intentions of the Government can be seen by
Examining a chart case at the time of announce- the rising sign. Scorpio, a fixed sign, with Saturn
ment throws a lot of insight on the intention, in it, conveys that the government is doing it
implementation and consequence of this with good intentions keeping the common man,
initiative. Indian government has undertaken denoted by Saturn, in mind. Scorpio is the sign
similar initiatives before as well. In 1946, all of secrecy, and the Prime Minister kept this
1,000 and 10,000 rupee notes were recalled. a secret till the last moment. Only the Prime
In 1978, 1,000, 5,000, and 10,000 rupee notes Minister and a small, tight-knit group knew

about this. The ascendant lord Mars is the 3rd should provide enough cushion to fall, get up and
house, the house of communication. He is joined bounce back.
by the Moon, the lord of the 9th house which is
Will This Be Good for India?
the house of righteousness, or Dharmasthana.
This clearly shows that the initiative by our Prime I would like to conclude this through two
Minister, Sri Narendra Modi, is an honest attempt combinations.
to clean out the black markets cash supply Combination 1: Lord of the Ascendant and
and counterfeit notes which have corrupted the lord of the 9 th are in conjunction. This
and hindered our civil, political, and economic combination goes under the name Lakshmi Yoga.
growth. This yoga will ensure that even though there will
Will There be Implementation be hardship in the initial days, this will definitely
Problems? be a great move for the economy to bounce back.
A glaring combination in the chart is the presence Add to this the favorable aspects of Jupiter from
of grahas in three of the four quadrants or the 11th house. The hardship or problems will only
kendras. The three grahas are Saturn, Ketu and be temporary and things will iron out very fast.
Rahu. All three grahas are natural malefics. The intentions to wipe of black money will be
This is a very bad combination, and indicates considerably fulfilled.
that there will be implementation challenges. Combination 2: Venus is in the 2 nd house
Saturn in the first indicates the political leaders and Jupiter is in the 11th house. Another set of
- representatives of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, great placements which will result in a better
Central and State ministers, etc. Ketu in the 4th and stronger mode of currency exchange and
house indicates black money in other forms trade.
like land, stocks, diamonds and gold. Rahu in
the tenth house indicates corrupt government Concluding, the cosmic positions clearly
employees and cross border influences. indicate that this move by the honorable Prime
Minister, Sri Narendra Modi, was done with
Will This be Good or Bad for pure intentions, and even though there will be
the Modi Government? implementation channels, it will be ironed out
Another interesting combination is the placement soon, and will come to be a great blessing for
of the grahas in seven consecutive signs starting the largest democracy of the world. Jupiter in
from Leo to Aquarius. However, the planets the eleventh house, and Saturn in the ascendant
are hemmed between Rahu and Ketu resulting indicate that citizens can see visible results in a
in what is usually known as Kala Sarpa yoga. very short span about 11-12 months.
The sarpa yoga axis is 10 and 4, i.e., all grahas
Future of India in 2017
are between houses 10 and 4. This 4 & 10 axis
usually gives a career set back to the ruling With #Demonetization discussed, Ill write about
party, especially if the tenth lord is in twelfth. what India has in store in 2017. For this, Ill be
However, the aspect of Jupiter on the 9th house referring to the following sets of charts.

In 2017, According to the Vimshottari System of calculations, India will be under Moon Mahadasa
and Rahu Antardasa (Jan 2017 to August 2018).
Moon and Rahu take the following cosmic stances in the Indian charts-
Divisional chart Moon (Mahadasa Lord) Rahu (Antardasa Lord)
Rasi (D1A) Moon (L3), placed in the third house Rahu (L10) is in first, exalated
and swakshetra along with Saturn
(L9 and L10), Mercury (L2 and L5),
Sun (L4) and Venus (L1 and L7)
Navamsa (D9) Moon (L5) in the sixth house along Rahu (L12) in twelfth and swakshetra
with Ketu (L10), viewed by Rahu and under Papakarthari, viewed by
(L12) Moon (L5)
Hora (D2) Moon (L3) in third house along with Rahu (L10) is in the first, exalted.
Mercury (L2 and L5) and viewed by
exalted Saturn (L9 and L10)
Chathurthamsa Moon (L12) in the twelfth along with Rahu (L7) in the tenth exalted, and un-
(D4) Jupiter (L5 and L8) forming Gaja der Papakarthari yoga.
Kesari Yoga, and viewed by Saturn
(L6 and L7).
Rudramsa (D11) Moon (L6) in the fourth, exalted and Rahu (L1) in the second, along with
viewed by Saturn (L1 and L12) Mars (Ll3 and L10)
Dwadasamsa Moon (L12) in first along with Jupi- Rahu (L7) in the twelfth and under
(D12) ter (L5 and L8) causing Gajakesari Papakarthari Yoga
Yoga and Mars (L4 and L9)
January - April 2017

This period will be under the influence of Moon Rahu Rahu.
This period will showcase a lack of performance by government. While

the elected leaders will work progressively for the people, the opposition
parties, for their own political gains will continue to ensure that the smooth
General stability functioning of the government will not happen. The involvement of the neigh-
and sentiments boring countries cannot be ruled out. Moon Rahu Rahu clearly indicates
that there will be military episode near the borders of our country directing
the governments attention from growth related activities to security and pro-
tection.

The first period of Moon Rahu Rahu from Jan to April will not be very en-
couraging. India will face headwind with a slowdown in rural consumption.
There will be a demand supply mismatch with industries producing more
than expected demand. Export and Construction industries will not be af-
fected, but the rest including agriculture, banking, auto, FMCG, power and
Economy iron and steel are all likely to get affected. The distribution systems that are
currently in place will continue to drive the goods to the last mile, but the
consumer demand might significantly weaken. The well performing unem-
ployment rate is also likely to witness a correction. We are expecting it to
change from the current levels of 5.69% in December to about 7% by the end
of March.
This period does not paint a happy picture for the middle class. There will be
an artificial increase in the prices, especially with regard to housing, vehicles
Cost of Living and clothing. However, the prices of grains and vegetables are likely to drop
due to the high volumes and low demand. Personal care and entertainment
will also become dearer.
The overall period will be gloomy. Law and order problems will arise, espe-
National cially in North East, North and East parts of India. The aspects of Mars on
Security the 8th house indicates that there might be an episode of leakage of crucial
military information.
May to July 2017

The period will be under the influence of Moon Rahu Jupiter.
This period will see a shift to a positive direction. The stability of the country
will improve and there will be a visible change in the sentiment of the citi-
zens. The government is likely to undertake some populist measures that will
bring cheers to the citizens. The Judiciary also is seen to undergo a positive
General stability
reform during this time. Some old and outdated laws may get the pending
and sentiments
upgrade. The government will also become flexible and make the citizens
life easy. However, we foresee a water related calamity in the Northern part
of India during this time. Preventive measures can minimize the damages of
life and property.

During this period, we can also see a recovery in the economy. The monsoon
rainfall will be perceived as copious, positively impacting the agricultural
belts in the country. The trade also picks up during this time, and the volumes
in industries like iron and steel, oil, banking and public sector undertakings
Economy will be significantly higher. The B2B business community will see a height-
ened activity, while the B2C business, will be mediocre. The distribution
systems (middlemen) will play a significant role in driving the demand, but
the results will be below satisfactory. The unemployment rate will improve,
to around 5.5% at the close of this period.
This period will a boon to the citizens of India. The businesses trying to arti-
ficially hold the prices will have to give in. The high volume of unsold goods
and services will result in drop of prices and they become affordable to the
middle and lower middle class. This might be a good time to plan for capital
Cost of Living
investments including land, apartments, shops and vehicles. Textile prices are
also likely to drop. The prices of the grains and vegetables will remain the
same. Personal care and entertainment will also become cheaper during this
period.
Law and order will be in control. However, this period can also see a high
National profile leakage of intelligence information. Our twin neighbor is likely to
Security secure this information through a high profile government official. Caution
is suggested.
July to October 2017

This will be under the influence of Moon Rahu Saturn.
As soon as this period begins, India might witness some negative set of events
General stability especially in the areas of finance. The rupee could be become weaker, both
and sentiments exports and imports might take a hit, commercial transactions could come
down and the treasury would take a pinch.
Copious rainfall in the previous period will drive the positive sentiment across
the country. Overall consumption will increase, and the distribution system
will continue to do a good job. Oil, Agriculture and Financial Industries will
Economy perform well. However, during the last leg of this period, there will be a real-
ity check with respect to rainfall, and the positive sentiment slowly weakens.
The unemployment rate is likely to remain at around 5.5% at the close of this
period.

The overall cost of living will continue to become lower. Consumption will
also increase. Housing and vehicle prices will continue their downward
movement during the initial days, but as the period progresses, they will start
Cost of Living
slowly stabilizing. Textile prices will also continue to drop and they will be-
come more affordable. Prices of grains and vegetables will also reduce and
the overall inflation also reduces.
During this period, one can see an increased activity of communal riots. There
National
will be minor incidents across the country that unnecessarily creates tensions
Security
within the country. A minor terrorist activity is also foreseen during this period.
October to December 2017

The last period from October to December will be under the influence of Moon Rahu Mercury.
General stability The government will resort to its trusted advisors to bail the negative period
and sentiments from July and October. Thanks to some of the good suggestions from ex-
perts in the fields, the government will take up positive steps to improve the
economy in the country. The sentiment among the citizens will again change,
and there will be some positive progress especially in the areas related to en-
tertainment, sports and investments.
During this period, growth will kick in. One can see visible changes in the econ-
omy. Factory output will increase significantly as the demand for goods and
services increases. Notably, Banking, Infrastructure, Iron and Steel industries
Economy will outperform the rest of the industries. The costs of production also reduce
resulting in boost in margins. A government infrastructure spree is also expect-
ed during this period. Loan rates will see a revision, and they are likely to fall
further. The unemployment rate is also likely to reduce further to around 4.75%.
Consumption of goods and services picks up, and the business are likely to
take advantage of this situation and lure the consumers with attractive offers.
Prices of grains and vegetables will stabilize. A shortage of grains is foreseen,
but the government will take precautionary steps by importing them and ful-
fill the local demand. Textile industry also stabilize. Consumers, business and
Cost of Living
the raw material suppliers will all be happy due to fair price and good envi-
ronment. Housing prices will continue to be the same. The number of ready
to occupy houses will increase which will be a blessing for new home buyers.
Buying vehicles also increase during this period as the sellers are likely to
lure the customers with attractive offers.
National Minor communal incidents will prevail, and these are mostly initiated by
Security political leaders for personal gains.

Reasons for
Incorrect Predictions
in Vedic Astrology
| William R. Levacy, Ph.D.
William R. (Bill) Levacy, Ph.D. holds a BA in Literature, a Masters in the Science of Creative Intelligence,
a Masters in Education, and a Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in Human Performance Improvement
(HPI). Dr. Levacy is the author of, Beneath a Vedic Sky, Beneath a Vedic Sun, and Vedic Astrology
Simply Put. He is a recipient of the 2011 Jyotish Medha Pragya award by the Indian Council of Astrological
Sciences (ICAS) in New Delhi, India and the 2012 Jyotisha Mahasagara award from the Raman and Rajeswari
Research Foundation. Dr. Levacy is President of the American College of Vedic Astrology TM (ACVA)
www.acvaonline.org. Dr. Levacy has maintained an active astrology practice since 1983 and has lectured
internationally. He lives in Southern California.
Introduction forecasting has advanced significantly in recent years.

As such, anticipating events has become increasingly
T he recent election of *Donald Trump as President
of the United States, leaves many astrologers and
futurists with a somewhat embarrassing reality.almost
more important. People engaged in the affairs of the
world must be able to constantly adjust to changing
circumstances in a global economy. In order to make
no one saw the outcome of his surprising victory. Trumps
those adjustments, forecasters need
win befuddled not only astrologers
to envisage what might happen in
both Eastern and Western but other
the world around them. Accuracy in
expert forecasters such as pollsters,
forecasting can mean the difference
media commentators, strategists,
between being ready and relevant or
academics analysts, wishfully
being out of phase and left behind.
thinking politicians, along with
Forecasters need to spend more
seasoned economists and major
responsible time reviewing their
business CEOs.
forecasts before engaging with the
The election of Donald Trump is public in order to help the populace
a wake-up call for all futurists to make sound judgments.
come to terms with the reality, as unwanted as it is, that
accurate forecasts, while theoretically possible, did not The Potential Accuracy of Forecasting
work so well this time around. While President-Elect All forecasts, whether they are astrological or based on
Trumps scantily forecast win merits examination, this business formulae, deal with potential -- not certainty. The
article will focus more on exploring those factors that lead field of Vedic astrology, thousands of years old, is going
to inaccurate forecasts. through a resurgence in its quality and acceptance in the
West. Even so, futurists of any breed still need to listen
Forecasting is Important
to what history tells us what we can and cannot predict
Forecasting is important because it tells us the future with certainly (if at all). In addition, prognosticators
environment in which we may need to operate (or must continue to develop projections using risk analysis
avoid operating). Researchers at organizations such algorithms that are sensitive to shocks and which can help
as Harvard and MIT/Sloan remind us that the field of reduce variability. However, the highly capricious rate of
* The Astrological eMagazine in its October 2016 issue (published 45 days before the US Elections) predicted Donald Trumps
victory. Visit www.astrologicalmagazine.com.
change we are experiencing in modern times, leads some forecasting in general is not so much about certainty as
observers to hold that it is relatively impossible to sustain it is about opportunity. It is not so much about prediction
a high quality rate of predictive accuracy. as it is about preparation.
It appears to some that the grip of uncertainty is eroding Three Major Causes of Forecasting Errors
our capacity to anticipate what will happen in the future.
The stock market has taught us to disclaim that past 1) Ignoring the environment: Many forecasts do not
performance is not an indicator of future results. Even come about because the forecaster underestimated
Dr. B.V. Raman, considered to be the Father of Modern or left out important factors in the environment
Astrology, has stated, Those who know Astrology can surrounding the forecast topic. The forecaster did
only indicate in a way what will happen in the future. Who not adequately understand, identify, or factor in the
else except the Creator Brahma, can say with certainty impact of major environmental variables, such as
what will definitely happen. personal, social, economic, cultural, educational, or
political issues. Sage Parashara cautions astrologers to
However, prospects for future outcomes can still be take the impact of the environment into consideration
reasonably evaluated and forecast in terms of overall when making astrological judgments.
trends if they are also accompanied by diligent risk
analysis. If there is sufficient accurate data on the 2) Human Fallibility: The reality is that forecasters
probability of a positive outcome, then thorough action are fallible human beings and life is highly creative
plans can be reasonably set and developed to deliver a and thus variable and innovative. While sages such
as Maharishi Patanjali speak of advanced intuitive
stated outcome within a specific end date.
states such as Jyotish Mati Pragya (Star Illumined
Know the Time Horizon Mind), very few astrologers could truthfully declare
themselves to have infinite wisdom and be mistake-
The time horizon of the forecast is significant. If you are free in their event analysis and trend discovery.
forecasting for some very distant time, the expectation This is the nature of life on earth. We dont live
of accuracy is not as demanding. If you are forecasting in a 100% world. The personal capabilities of
within a smaller period of time, in matters of the moment an astrologer either facilitate or invalidate their
such as a few days to a year or so, there is an expectation predictions. An honest forecaster is realistic about
that the outcome of the forecast will be more accurate the nature of relative life and the possibility of being
and complete and applied with more rigor. However, the afflicted, even blinded, by errors of judgment. Those
problem is that less analysis or forethought might go into astrologers who admit that they are not infallible
these shorter time frame forecasts. and are honest about that will most likely give the
most useful forecasts over time. Addressing the
Academic researchers tell us that forecasts are summations
weaknesses of the systems of forecasting and their
of predicted values for several constituents of the
practitioners helps us avoid unrealistic expectations.
phenomenon, that is the subject of the forecast and
Ultimately honesty and realism will help us obtain
forecasting accuracy depends both upon the proper
forecasts that are the more effective and valuable.
selection of appropriate components and upon accurate
prediction of the components future values. 3) Cognitive Bias: The mindset, bias, fears, and
pre-conditioned expectations of the astrologer or
What to Consider in Attempting a Forecast forecaster will strongly influence the outcome of
a forecast. The assumptions and background of
Before starting a forecast, an astrologer should consider
the astrologer, their culture, education, emotional
a few things.
nature, and life experience will color and filter
1. Why is this forecast even needed? where they look and what they see. A bias might
2. Is it really appropriate to predict or respond to a contribute to errors in forecasting or give the
clients desire for that prediction? forecast a mutated shape that doesnt fit as a
puzzle piece of the future. Quantum physics
3. What is its relevance and how reliable do we think makes this point in that the observer affects the
we can be in producing this forecast? systems they observe. An astrologer needs to
Finally it is important to consider, and let people know, stay open-minded and challenge even their own
that the usefulness and direction given by a forecast might assumptions and feelings. People grow, things
be more important than its overall accuracy. Astrology and change. This is the way to evolve and mature. Working
with other astrologers, having open discussions, 6) Client Comprehension: The delay between a
staying up on world events, and being a life-long significant event occurring and its detection might
learner, all help the forecaster increase their capacity not be fully seen or realized by the client. The
to forecast with greater accuracy and meaning. interpretation of the forecast or its meaning might
not be fully comprehended by the client. The level of
4) Many past forecasting errors can also be attributed to
sophistication and understanding of the client might
an overemphasis on the technology and on computer
not be well developed and incorrect conclusions can
models. An astrologer might even become enraptured
be drawn. The Jyotishi needs to help the average
by or dependent upon some new forecasting
client make sense of the trends, exceptions, and
software program or a new technological approach
important relationships that are hidden within all the
in forecasting and unfortunately lose insight derived
facts and data seen in the chart. Client participation
from the other areas of input around him.
and compliance is a must if the stated outcomes are
Major Influences on Astrologers, to be achieved. It is important to gain the clients
attention on the future state and work to stimulate
Clients and Forecasts
them to take action on it in time. Thoughts and words
1) Mental Capacity: The Jyotishis (astrologers) must culminate in action. If nothing new is done, then
experience in interpreting large sets of complex and nothing new will happen. The future will stay pretty
attribute-rich data is a key for successful forecasting. much as it has been, or perhaps could get worse.
The Jyotishis mind and intellect must be adept at
7) Delayed Reaction: The client might not act promptly
data visualization and interpretation. Forecasts are
or fully within the time indicated. While client
colored by the assumptions of both the Jyotishi and
adoption of the Jyotishis warnings are assumed,
the client. Forecasts are often affected by co-events
this is frequently not the case. It is the application
that the forecaster might not have anticipated. All
of the forecasting recommendation that will help
of these factors contribute to erroneous forecasts.
those forecasts to be effective. The Jyotishi must
Properly understanding forecasts is essential because
also provide the client with something useful and
expansion or contraction of statements of a projection
actionable and in a manner that the client will both
can result in a revision of a persons expectations of
accept and acquire benefit.
a future state.
8) Unclear Signal Reaction: There can be a multitude
2) Lack of Quality Control: Forecasting by nature
of factors for the Jyotishi to anticipate and forecast. It
tends to be a forward looking activity and Jyotishis
can be difficult for the Jyotishi to state and the client
might not be spending enough time or rigor in
to determine which precursors or triggers should be
analyzing why previous forecasts have not worked.
watched for in the future. Both the Jyotishi and the
It is as if these forecasts are best left alone, unless
client must be able to filter out those events which have
some enterprising, often outside person wants to
evaluate the past performance of a Jyotishi. However, the most significance for the client and look for those
this outsider is often perceived as an intrusion rather things that signal the onset of the forecasted event.
than a valued watchdog of quality predictions. 9) Forecast within Context: The rules of Vedic
3) Insufficient Trend Analysis: It might be that not astrology are somewhat high level. The Jyotishi
enough time has passed for the Jyotishi to evaluate must know how to personalize the information. The
a large enough number of forecasts and to obtain Jyotishi needs to know the clients nature and the
sufficient feedback on the success of those forecasts. context of his/her environment to a reasonable extent
to generate more capability to personalize delivery
4) Multi-Skilled: Many clients can become enamored of forecasted information to that client. The Jyotishi
with the behavioral chart interpretation skills of a must not only understand the technical factors of
Jyotishi, but this skill might not always pass on to
performing a forecast but must also be aware of the
forecasting capabilities.
external factors of the client, such as the economic,
5) Outcome Control: It might also be that the Jyotishi social and cultural conditions around them. Chart
states his predictions adamantly to try to control interpretation and environmental interpretation must
the clients belief. However, absolute-outcome occur simultaneously. Election analysts are telling
forecasting might not serve the client as well as us that this ability to read a client and/or a political
offering them a range of possible outcomes within demographic is a skill many strategists lacked but
the subject area under discussion. President-Elect Trump possessed.
10) Incomplete and Correct Forecasting Information: many concurrent aspects of a clients personal life and
If you cant get conclusive birth data, then you are environment to improve forecasting accuracy. While these
bordering on guesswork rather than prediction.World guidelines can help avoid many of the forecasting mistakes
or mundane forecasts often focus on the larger social, made in the past, we must remember that the future is a
economic, and political aspects of a society. Usually shapeless, organic form. While we can help our clients
there will be predictions on the continuation of the anticipate the approach of a danger or fortify themselves
status quo and predictions for change. Sometimes for an opportunity, we cannot realistically guarantee our
there is not much difference in the outcome of these clients 100% success 100% of the time.
two prediction types.
As activities move forward in life they often branch
If the Jyotishi is attempting world or public out and correspondingly set in motion other forces and
forecasting, certain chart information must be influences that will change or modify the vision of the
available and must be accurate. Some of the charts original course declared by the astrologer or forecaster.
needed for public forecasting are: Also one must realize that in the physics of day to day
(a) The founding chart of the nation or nations living, there are laws of nature at work that try to move life
involved. forces towards a balance point, or perhaps even to entropy
and extinction. Not taking these natural counteractions into
(b) The national leaders chart
account will lead to inaccurate forecasts. While disaster
(c) The chart for the Saka New Year (first new Moon might be seen initially by a forecaster, there are forces that
in Pisces for the nations capital city). interject over time that try to bring and keep life in balance.
(d) Knowledge of the personality or culture and If one is too biased, either for the positive or the negative,
modern context of the nation being analyzed. the results of their forecasts might not come to pass.
11) Inaccurate Forecasting Software: The chart Dont be Lazy about the Future
calculation software does not calculate timing
periods correctly. We cannot get lazy about the future. Many astrologers have
predicted a future event based on past circumstances and
12) Unmotivated Client: The client is not ready or does
not believe that change will occur or that they will be formulas and have not succeeded in their prognostications.
able to change. The client does not take time ahead While traditions and conservative views help us to
to prepare for the anticipated changes. This state of maintain stability, they need to be properly weighed as
mind does not compel the client to react completely, to their impact on the future. History is useful, but the
correctly, nor in time. future builds off many flavors and nuances of the past
and present. Some of the events in the past are more
13) N e g a t i v e o r A u t h o r i t a t i v e M o t i v a t i o n :
on the level of fads and short term trends than issues of
Unfortunately, some astrologers might use fear or
the projection of negative outcomes to steer the client fundamental historical importance. Jyotish is the science
towards an ulterior motive or a personal outcome of light, but we can be blinded by what we see now or
they need as the authoritative figure. Sometimes what we had been seeing before.
a negative event is forecast unless a corrective
measure is done or unless a seemingly negative The Enduring Value of Vedic Astrology
activity is stopped. Whether a negative event was Many factors creep in from the sides that modify the
truly in the future or not, the client is led to believe forecasts we make. The future is negotiable and we can
that the seeming positive outcomes they are now get smarter than our karmas. However, the inaccuracy of
experiencing (or absence of projected negative ones) past forecasts, or their inconsistent success and application
are due to the countermeasures proclaimed by the by various astrologers, does lead many observers outside
dubious astrologers recommendations. astrology to question their value. We could say that
Conclusion astrology opens the window to the future. This might
be truer than astrology opening the door to the future.
Someone once said, The future is not what it used to be. Astrology gives a well-crafted glimpse but not the whole
Jyotishis should be careful about extrapolating the issues picture. However there has been enough astrological
that they see today and assume that the future will be
success throughout history to confirm that astrological
driven by those things that are predominant in the present.
forecasts still provide value to modern society.
Forecasting should be comprehensive and examine

A Guide to using Chara Karakas in

vedic Astrology
| Gary Gomes
Introduction
Astrology is an interpretive tradition. Although many look to the classical
texts for guidance, the general guideline for all astrologers is that the
classical texts are meant to be interpreted liberally, not literally. So, the
classical texts, while providing general guidance on interpretation, are not
foregone predictors of attributes. They are guides, meant to direct the
astrologer to the true nature of the chart. Interpretation of the chart is
the job of the astrologerwe are not meant to parrot classical texts, but
as direction. This article will attempt to provide the practicing astrologer
with a general guide to the astrologer for chart analysis and prediction.
Dr. Gary Gomes has been a Vedic
Astrologer since 1990. He is an ordained Controversy Number of Karakas
Swami of the Temple of Kriya Yoga and
There is a great deal of controversy, even to this date, regarding the
served as the Vice President/President
number of charakarakas in Jaimini Astrologythere is even some
of the Council of Vedic Astrology. He
argument regarding whether Jaimini is a system of its own or merely a
has taught at Kepler College and
subset of Parasari Astrology. Neither question can be answered with any
American College of Vedic Astrology
(as a Board Member).Many of his articles degree of certainty. Focusing on the latter issue first, I can personally say
have been published internationally. I encountered the charakarakas so often used in Jaimini Astrology in the
Dr. Gomes has appeared on both Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra, but this is no guarantee they are a subset
the radio and TV channels and has of Parasara, as the text appears to be a compendium of techniques, but
been one of the few astrologers who the fact that these techniques exist side by side would lead one to believe
predicted Donald Trumps victory at that these techniques can exist in several different configurations. For
the November 2016 US Elections. With instance, during my Yogini and Vimshottari Venus dasas, and Venus is my
many awards and titles, he is respected relationship indicator, both dasas were intimately connected with forming
as one who can convey complicated new partnerships with people. Since Venus is in my fifth house in the
principles of Jyotisha in an easy and navamsa chart, the relationships were strongly connected with education
understandable manner.
and learningand they seemed to come quite easily. Likewise, Mercury
dasas were intimately connected with status in life; Jupiter (as Amatya
Karaka) connected with work. These karakas seem to function across all
dasa systems, in addition to Jaimini, sign-based systems.
However, getting back to the controversy about the number of karakas: K.N.
Rao teaches seven karakas (in most instances), Sanjay Rath eight karakas,
B.Suryanarain Rao, 7 or 8, and Iranganti Rangacharya has found references to
six, seven or eight, given special conditions in the chart. My own inclination is
to follow the seven karaka system, but I always experiment with eight karakas

Mars indicator of children in his chart, is the only

contradictions regardless of the system I use.
them.
The chart of Donald Trump, President-elect of the
United States, is a fascinating example of how the Although a Jaimini analysis in considered incomplete
karakas work. Sun, atmakaraka planet is in Taurus
in the tenth house, Moon, amatyakaraka planet is in combinations in his chart. Saturn and Venus are Vargottma
the fourth house with Ketu, Jupiter, bhatrikaraka, in his chart in the second house. Using a simple Nadi
indicator of father, brother, teacher and desires is
in the second house in in Virgo; Mercury, indicator
of mother, family and education, is in his eleventh same sign as his Jupiter; Jupiter is in the same sign as his
house in Gemini; Mars, indicator of the fifth house of
luck and children, is in his first house in Leo; Venus, Mercury, lord of the
indicator of enemies and hardships, is in his twelfth
house of losses; while Saturn, indicator of marriage
partners, is in the twelfth house with Venus in Cancer,
aspected by both the Sun and the Moon. When I first heard Trump was
running, I felt he had little chance of
Other significant aspects in Trumps chart include a
mutual aspect between his 11th and 2nd house, with two
indicators for desire (Jupiter) and luck (Mercury) in had a knack for saying the wrong
mutual aspect with each other.
year. So despite his Moon with Ketu in Scorpio, and his

problems with women in the current presidential campaign
the second house and the Sun-Rahu conjunction makes his

women, by appearance and talent. But his relationship
be denied. It is hard to see how he can lose, in retrospect.

scandal under the aspect of the luminaries.
Trump was concluding his Rahu dasa about a week

after November 8 in Vimshottri dasa. He was in
Mercury-Rahu-Rahu in Yogini dasa; using chara dasa
which still continues as of this writing. Also, his multiple he is in Gemini / Cancer Mahadasa, an 11th house dasa
bankruptcies connected with business can be seen as the (fulfillment of desires) and Cancer (status indicator,
career indicator is lord of the twelfth house of loss. 4th pada), and in Narayana Libra-Pisces mahadasa.
Although the last is the weakest indicator of success,
His atmakaraka planet Sun is in the 10th house with
it is aspected by Virgo and Trumps stationary direct
Rahu, forming a special kind of rajayoga when the lord
Jupiter. Eighth house dasas have a way of coming from
of a trinal house, is a significator of power, but the
behind and overcoming odds. This chart would not be
legitimacy will be contested because of the conjunction
denied success, at this particular point in time.
of Sun and Rahu.

How is this Year for You?
| Gargacharya
Sun enters Capricorn on 13th Jan, Aquarius on 11th Feb, Pisces on 13th March, Aries on
12th April Taurus on 13th May, Gemini on 13th Jun, Cancer on 15th Jul, Leo on 15th Aug, Virgo on
15th September, Libra on 16th Oct, Scorpio on 15th Nov, Sagittarius on 14th Dec.
Mars enters Pisces on 18th January, Aries on 28th February, Taurus on 11th April, Gemini on
24th May, Cancer on 9th July, Leo on 25th August, Virgo on 11th October, Libra on 27th November.
Mercury which is in retrograde motion, turns direct on 9th January and enters Capricorn
on 2nd February, Aquarius on 21st February, Pisces on 10th March, Aries on 26th March, Taurus
on 2nd June, Gemini on 18th June, Cancer on 2nd July, Leo on 20th July, Virgo on 26th September,
Libra on 13th October, Scorpio on 1st November, Sagittarius on 23rd November, Retrograde on
4th December and re enters Scorpio on 12th December and Direct on 24th December.
Jupiter enters Libra on 19th January and becomes retrograde on 7th Feb and re-enters
Libra on 24th February. He assumes direct motion on 10th June and enters Libra on
4th September.
Venus enters Pisces on 26th January, Aries on 29th May, Taurus on 28th June, Gemini on
25th July, Cancer on 20th August, Leo on 14th September, Virgo on 8th October, Libra on 1st
November, Scorpio on 25th November, Sagittarius on 19th December.
Saturn enters Sagittarius on 12th January, retrograde on 7th April, re enters Scorpio on
12th July, assumes direct motion on 26th August and moves into Sagittarius on 7th October.
Rahu enters Cancer, and Ketu enters Capricorn on 14th September.

T he much awaited relief has come to you, from

everything that had been bothering you for
past couple of years. Its a good time for you to
May/Jun: Expenses can escalate widely. However
you will get timely help to stabilise it. Prioritise
your expenses and keep a control over them.
invest in immovable prop- The higher-ups favour you. Women get the or-
erties. All the money stuck naments of their liking.
outside, will come back to Your eyes may require
your pocket. Do not invest your attention.
in speculations. Your hard Jul/Aug: There will be
work will fetch you success troubles in profession.
and laurels. You may get a
Mesha (Aries) But partnerships thrive
promotion and much await- well. A longstanding en-
ed transfer too. You will be-
[Aswini, Bharani and Krittika 1] emy will turn out to be a
come very popular among good friend. There can be
your work and social circles. Health issues still some gains for those in politics.
need your care and medication. Long travel or a Sep/Oct: A pilgrimage is possible now. Group
trip abroad is on the cards. You will complete the studies/ projects will help students fare well in
pilgrimage tour you have been postponing for a their exams. Domestic peace and general sense
long time. Students will have a brilliant year and of well being will make you feel good. Do not get
success is indicated. emotionally involved with strangers.
Middle of the year, an emotional issue may Nov/Dec: You will get a chance for foreign trav-
crop up with in the family. Avoid arguments to el and may also gain through it. For ailing, re-
lief and improvement in their condition is likely.
maintain domestic happiness. Marriage propos-
Working women may see improved conditions at
als click and you will choose the right partner.
workplace.
Elderly person at home may undergo hospitalisa-
tion. Aswini: There will be happiness and peace in
the beginning with improved financial position.
Jan/Feb: A good measure of prosperity is seen Health will cause some concern towards end of
as the month proceeds. Marriage proposals turn the year.
positive after 19th January. You could acquire
items of luxury and invest in lands. If in family
Bharani: Opportunities and luck knock your doors.
Middle of the year you may face some obstacles
way, you can expect a smooth delivery.
both at work and domestic.
Mar/Apr: If you are a job seeker, you will do well Krittika 1: There will be financial gain in the begin-
in the interview and earn one soon. Be on guard ning.
against accidents. Also eating out may cause you
some infection. Try to avoid law suits. Those in There will be good events in the family. End of
service may get an elevation or pay hike. the year you may face some setbacks
Remedial Measures
Recite Sundara Kanda on Thursdays. Visit Shiva temple on Sundays.
Pay a visit to your family deity regularly, and with faith.

T here will be auspicious ceremonies at home

which will keep you busy and happy. There
could be birth of a child or grandchild. Health
ity in the family. You may get a male child. You
could go on social outings and family visits.
May/Jun: You may receive favors from govern-

will be good throughout except minor issues. Fi-
ment or higher authorities. You may be meet-
nancial situations get strengthened and you will
ing and befriending people in lime light/ higher
earn money through various sources. You will
society. Go slow on in-
buy expensive and vestments. You may get
luxury items for your a transfer or shift your
home. Professionals residence.
will gain in the first
half of the year. Stu- July/Aug: You will be very
dents will succeed in Vrishabha (Taurus) active in social circuit.
their efforts though Women who are into ca-
they may encounter a [Krittika 2, 3, 4, Rohini, Mrigasira 1, 2] reer will do well. You will
few tense moments in spend long hours work-
ing at the office. You may not get much time to
the process. It is a good time for those who are
interact with your children.
preparing for competitive exams. Inheritance of
property may face some setback. Marriage is on Sep/Oct: Your managerial abilities will be appreci-
the cards for those who are in love. Try spending ated. Will gain knowledge on latest technologies.
more time with family to improve the ties. Your Short travel may boost your confidence.
spouse will be the pride of your family. Do not
Nov/Dec: You get things by great efforts. People
indulge much in entertainments and parties.
connected with films may find encouraging situ-
Think wisely and act regarding expansion of
ation. You will get important responsibilities.
business or your establishments. Servants/ work-
There may be rivals working against you.
ers may cause you some losses. Do a thorough
check before employing a new worker. Some Krittika 2, 3, 4: First quarter will be a fabulous one
of you may shift your residence or place. for you. Possession of valuables and properties
Sudden travels will benefit you. Second half of are on the card.
the year will bring solutions to many of the un- Rohini: Financial position will increase suddenly.
solved issues. You may inherit some property. You may feel dis-
Jan/Feb: Though there will be an increase in ex- turbed in the later part of the year. Chant slokas
penditures, other sources of income will compen- on your favourite deity to regain peace of mind.
sate it. You may acquire a new vehicle. Beware of Mrigasira 1, 2: Most part of the year you will be
disputes arising in your close circle. energetic and travel a lot. Prioritise your time
schedules to avoid misunderstandings. You will
Mar/Apr: Time to look forward to for all round
be recognised for your altruistic ways.
happiness. There will be harmony and tranquil-
Remedial Measures
Chant Hanuman Chalisa and visit temples on Saturdays. A visit to
Tirupathi to get blessings of Lord Venkateswara is suggested.

Y our efforts will meet the results in the last

part of the year. Do not get disappointed.
Long travel/ travel to a foreign country on offi-
power and influence, but use them judiciously.
Your children bring you success.
cial work is seen. Your relationship with younger

May/Jun: You might have to face some minor
problems created by your secret enemies. Sports
siblings, cousins, neighbors will become more
activities will take
cordial and you will
you to new heights.
become more popu-
Time is in favour of
lar among your circle
those students who
of friends and ac-
are aspiring higher
quaintances. You will
studies abroad. May
be more inclined to Mithuna (Gemini) get scholarships too.
religion and will get
engaged with philan- [Mrigasira 3,4, Aridra, Punarvasu 1,2,3] Jul/Aug: New career
prospects open up
thropic activities. You
may buy or build a new house which will drain and there will be advancement, only if you are
your savings. A trusted person may deceive you, aggressive enough to convert them. Due to spiri-
so be careful while sharing important matters tual introspection, you will get clarity of mind
with others. Though the beginning of the year and a new outlook to life.
brings you some disappointments, as the year
Sep/Oct: Though your earnings are good enough,
progress you will see betterment in all walks of
you wont be able to hold them. If you are plan-
life and most of your plans will succeed by the
ning to work abroad or expand your business in
end of the year. Students should put more ef- another country, this is the right time to proceed.
forts to reach the desired grades. Those who are You may meet the right person and fall in love.
in research field will get recognitions. You may
suffer from throat problems and stomach related Nov/Dec: Joint ventures bring big gains now. Avoid
issues. Your spouse may face some health issues. one man show in business. Friends will surprise
Regular yoga and meditation will help you to re- you. You will beam with self confidence.
lease your stress. If you drive, always drive slowly Mrigasira 3, 4: You will gain favors from your su-
and be alert to avoid accidents. Marriage pro- periors and have betterment in your career. A
posals will click in later part of the year. Chances distant journey may prove fruitful. Take care of
of childbirth to you or in close family circle will your stomach,
bring happiness to family.
Aridra: Your high energy will help you overcome
Jan/Feb: A change of Job or place may become the obstacles. You will be awarded a promotion
unavoidable. Some short travels will give success or pay hike. Avoid arguments with seniors.
in the sphere of work. Do not antagonize your
seniors.
Punarvasu 1, 2, 3: A relative may turn out to be very
supportive at the needy hour. You will buy or
Mar/Apr: There will be great experiences. Those built a new house. Short trips bring success and
who flatter you may mislead. You will get more knowledge.
Remedial Measures
Fasting on Thursdays and visiting Shirdi Baba/ Ragavendra Mutt,will help you
very much. Visit Kasi or Rameshwaram and take dip in the holy waters.

T hough the 3rd house Jupiter makes your

life little difficult, Venus blesses you with
comforts and luxury. You will receive income
Mar/Apr: If you are thinking about buying a
property, go ahead now. Tensions at work place
will ease out and you will feel happy. Long
through various sources. Financial prosper- working hours cannot be ruled out. Concentrate
ity is the highlight of the year. Dealing in land, on your diet.
building, agricultural activities will fetch you
good returns. At times you will need to cautious-
May/Jun: Expansion of business or diversification
is on the cards. Though there are some obstacles,
ly evaluate where you
you will succeed in your
reinvest your fortune.
goals for sure.
Time is not favorable
for speculations. Jul/Aug: You may take up
a pilgrimage tour with
Writers face a set back
now. Some of your Karkataka (Cancer) family and friends. Your
spouse will be very sup-
pleasure trips may get
postponed to the sec- [Punarvasu 4, Pushya, Ashlesha] portive in all your en-
deavors. Those who are
ond half of the year.
ailing for long time, will feel better now.
You may book a flat or buy a land, for which your
loans will get approved smoothly. Students have a Sep/Oct: Students get excellent learning oppor-
good year. In professional sphere, you will do well tunities and shine well in their exams. Most of
and progress well. Maintain a balance with your desires come true now. You will be amply
your seniors. Do not over commit, as you may rewarded for your efforts
have to give explanation for non completion.
Nov/Dec: You will feel this period as little sluggish
By middle of the year, you will get new job
in business. You may have to face some issues
opportunities. Avoid arguments and be patient.
with the laborers. Political people shine well.
Disturbances in family life cannot be ruled out.
Mothers health may cause you worry.
Health of spouse & children may cause you con-
cern. For securing new deals, second half of the Punarvasu 4: The obstacles on your way will now
year is better. Those who are running a favorable turn into opportunities. Financial stability will
dasa may gain a huge amount as inheritance. help you settle in life.
Younger siblings may depend on you for some Pushya: You will be fit and healthy though out the
help. You will make new contacts with people of year. You may be blessed to meet a Guru. You
opposite sex. will buy gold and luxury items.
Jan/Feb: There will be gains of various kinds. You Aslesha: You will get support of your close associ-
vanquish the enemies. Health needs proper care. ates and progress well in your work/Business. Do
Your silence may be misunderstood at times. So not jump to hasty conclusions. You will receive
do clarify as and when necessary. money in more than one way.
Remedial Measures
Pray to Lord Dakshinamurthy or Shiva.
On Tuesdays pray to Goddess Durga.

Y our career may bring you a special opportu-

nity to climb double step up the ladder. Your
enemies get vanquished. You will see success in
May/Jun: Avoid speculations. You will get prof-
its from the sources you were working on. Status
will improve. You will go on a holiday trip with
all your endeavours. You will be praised and ac- family which will be rejuvenating.
colade by your seniors as well as team mates. You
will receive honours. If you are working abroad, Jul/Aug: Your fortune will be rising during this
you will get the desired promotion and pay hike. time. Money will flow from many of your invest-
If you are doing business, your experience and ments. Your wealth will increase. At times you
knowledge will will need to cau-
help it expand in tiously evaluate
multi fold. You where you reinvest
will invest in prop- your fortune.
erties. Those with Sep/Oct:Some ob-
oratorical skills
can participate in
Simha (Leo) structions may crop
up in your projects,
competitions and
win successfully.
[Makha, Poorvaphalguni, Uttaraphalguni 1] which has to be
solved patiently with
Domestic affairs the help of your subordinates. Try to maintain a
will be smooth and happy. Do not allow your ego low profile to avoid any controversy.
to be a cause of trouble with in family. You will al-
ways stay busy with your commitments. Partner- Nov/Dec: Your father may undergo some medical
ships stabilize. Stress may trouble you with small treatment under your care. You will get appre-
health issues. A strong inclination towards reli- ciated for your altruistic activities. Children will
gious pursuits may dawn on you. Pleasure trips bring you happiness and make you proud.
with family are on the cards. You may have to Makha: Great year for you with full of surprises
take your spouse for a health check up. You may and happy events. You may have to work long
suffer from insomnia. Be cautious while dealing hours to retain the name you gained. Never lose
with strangers.Overall prosperity is assured this your temper at workplace, as it may go against
year. you.
Jan/Feb: Elevation in career and financial position Poorvaphalguni: You will see all your desires get
will keep you happy and proud. Students who ap- fulfilled now. The legal issues regarding your
pear for competitive exams succeed in their first land/ property will get solved in favour of you.
attempt. Chances of long travel is on the cards. Pray to lord Subramanya on Tuesdays.
Mar/Apr: There will be a celebration due to the Uttraphalguni-1: Long awaited promotions and
expansion of family, either birth of a child or recognitions will make you elated. Family life
someone in the family getting married. Will re- will be very cordial and happy. Love matters end
ceive help from friends. Ill health of a family smoothly in marriage.
member may cause you worries.
Remedial Measures
Chant Aditya Hrudhayam on Sundays. Going to a temple of LordSiva
near your house on Pradosha days will increase your prosperity.
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Panchanga for January 2017
First column gives the English dates and next to it the names of the regional months and dates. The ending moments of
Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga and Karana are given in the 24 hour clock extending to 30 hours.
Of the Nityayogas, Vishkumbha, Parigha, Vyatipata, Vajra, Vyaghata, Vaidhruthi, Sula, Ganda and Atiganda are generally
spurned for auspicious events and they are marked in red in the Panchanga. Vydhruti pervades from 34640 to 360 and
Vyatipata from 21320 to 22640 of the sum of the Nirayana longitudes of the Sun and the Moon. Vydhruti and Vyatipata
punyakaala are observed on the day when the yogas prevail for 1 hours or more, when Sraddha is performed by the
astute. These two belong to the shannavati -96- Sraddhas ordained for a householder. Considering the astronomical
implications, the Sayana Vydhruti and Vyatipata days are also indicated in the Panchanga. The auspicious Amritayoga
and Siddhayoga and inauspicious Maranayoga and Prabalarishtayoga come under Amirtaadiyoga scheme and are different
from the Nityayogas.
The Karana is the half of the Tithi. They are mainly classified as Sthira - fixed or immovable and Chara or moveable.
The Chara Karanas are seven in number and the Sthira are only four. The fixed ones are inauspicious. They are Sakuni,
Chatushpada, Naga and Kimsatugna. The seven movable Karanas are in their order, Bava, Baalava, Kaulava, Taitila,
Gara, Vanija and Vishti (or Bhadra.) Among the movable Karanas Vishti or Bhadra is considered to be of dreadful. The
forbidden Karanas are marked in red for easy identification.
We have most of our religious observances pegged on to the Tithis. Pournamipooja Chandradarisana, Sankataharachaturthi
Vrata, Shastivrata, Ekadasi Vrata and Pradosha are specially mentioned in the Panchanga. Pournamipooja is done in the
evenings on days the full Moon is prevalent. Chandradarisana is observed on the evening on the day when the crescent
Moon appears for the first time in the west after the Amavasya. Chaturthi of the Krishnapaksha or Bahula Chaturthi of
every month is known as Sankataharachaturthi. The evenings of Sukla and Krishna Trayodasi days are specially observed
as Pradosha Vrata days.
The important dates and festivals for January 2017 are as follows:
01. Sunday Christian (English) New Years Day (Beginning of 2017 AD), Sravanavrata. 02. Monday Masachaturthi, 03. Tuesday Dhanur Maha
Vyatipata, Vyatipatasraddha, 04. Wednesday Shuklapaksha Shastivrata, 05. Thursday Guru Govind Singhs Birthday, 06. Friday Epiphany
(Christian), Durgashtami, 08. Sunday Samba Dasami (Odisha), Shuklapaksha Putrada Ekadasi (Smarta), Sarva Mukkodi Vaikuntha Ekadasi
(Smarta), Vydharani vrata, Krittikavrata, 09 Monday Sayana Vaidhruthi, Ekadasi (Vaishnava and Vidhava), Koorma Dwadasi, 10 Tuesday
Fateha Yazdahum (Giarhween Sharif) (Moslem), Runa Vimochana Shuklapaksha Pradosha, 11. Wednesday Aarudra Darshanam, Kudaravalli
Pournamipooja, Nataraja Abhisheka, 12. Thursday Paushi Pournima, Pushyabhishekha Yatra, Vydhrutisraddha, 13. Friday Lohri (Punjab,
Jammu and Kashmir), Bhogi (S.India), 14. Saturday Pongal (S India), Makaraadi Snana, Tila Samkranti, Tai Pongal (Tamil Nadu), Tamil
New years Day, Magha Bihu (Assam), Makara Samkranti (Bengal), Birthday of Sant Parmanand (Sindhi), 15. Sunday Maattu Pongal or
Kanuvu (S India), Sankataharachaturthi, Ganesha Sankashta Chaturthi, Tiruvalluvar day, 16. Monday Kaanum Pongal, 17. Tuesday
Tiruvarur Thyagabrahma Aaradhana 18. Wednesday Krishnapaksha Shastivrata, 19. Thursday Birth tithi of Swami Vivekananda, 20. Friday
Ashtaka (Mamashtaka), Kalashtami, 21. Saturday Martyrdom Day of Hemukalani (Sindhi), 22. Sunday Sayana Vyatipata, 23. Monday
Netajis Birthday, Krishnapaksha Sattila Ekadasi, 25. Wednesday Meru Trayodasi (Jain), Krishnapaksha Pradosha, 26. Thursday Ratanti
Kalika Pooja, Republic Day, Maasasivaratri, 27. Friday Mauni Amavasya, Tai Amavasya, Makara Vavu (Kerala), 28. Saturday Magha
Sukladi Birthday of Lala Lajpat Rai, Vyatipata Sraddha, Magam Snana begins, Shyamala Navaratri Poojaarambha, Sravanavrata, 29. Sunday
Chandradarisana 30. Monday Martys Day (Mahatma Gandhi Commemoration Day), 31. Tuesday Maada/Maagha/Tila/ Kunda / Angara/
Varada Chaturthi, Ganesha Pooja (Bengal)
The MOON in Makara rasi enters: Kumbha on 02nd at 04h 29m; Meena on 04th at 11 18m; Mesha on 06th at 15h 45m;
Vrishabha on 08th at 17h 56m; Mithuna on 10th at 18h 44m; Karkataka on 12th at 19h 47m; Simha on 14th at 22h 55m;
Kanya on 17th at 05h 33m; Tula on 19th at 15h 51m; Vrischika on 22nd at 04h 18m; Dhanus on 24th at 16h 33m;
Makara on 27th at 02h 54m; Kumbha on 29th at 10h 54m; Meena on 31st at 16h 51m;
The SUN in Dhanus in rasi enters Makara on the 14th at 07h.39m. In Purvasadha nakshatra enters Uttarasadha on 11th 01h.06m. and
Sravana nakshatra enters on 24th 03h.27m.

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This Month for You

January 2017
Varahamihira
The Sun enters Capricorn on 14th January. Jupiter enters Libra on 19th January, (where he will be upto
24th February), Mars enters Pisces on 20th January. Saturn enters Sagittarius on 26th January. Venus enters
Pisces on 26th January. Rahu and Ketu remain in Leo and Kumbha respectively.
MESHA (Aries) Marriage is on the cards for those who are looking
out for a match. You will spend long hours working
Aswini, Bharani, Krittika:1 at the office. You may not get much time to interact
with family. Fathers health may trouble you. Long
With Sun, Venus, Mars and Ketu in
travels are shown. But be cautious while travelling as
favourable houses, be prepared for a
you might have to spend a lot.
more than ordinary month. Finance will
get better for sure and some may receive even the You might get stomach/ digestion related problems.
written off money back. There will be an improvement Students fare well during this month. With little more
in overall comforts. Its good time for you to invest in push they can achieve best grades.
immovable properties.
Krittika: Dont be too tensed for petty issues. Try
However, there will be tensions in your job. You may taking a break from your routine.
get transferred to a new place or area of work. You
could meet with impediments to work. Rohini: Time to enjoy your long pending travel, both
pleasure and pilgrimage.
You are blessed to have good friends, through whom
you get all the support you need. Your near and dear Mrigasira 1, 2: Take care of your health. Vehicles may
also act favourable to you. But keep a watch on your make you spend more on them.
children and their activities. Health may get disturbed.
Keep a watch on what you are eating. Travel is on the
cards. Marriage proposals turn positive after 17th MITHUNA (Gemini)
January. Mrigasira 3, 4, Aridra &
Aswini: Fortunate people. You live up to your Punarvasu 1, 2, 3
commitments and enjoy financial success.
Mercury, Rahu and Saturn are in
Bharani: You will receive surprises in the first half. favour of you.
Luck through spouse.
Your ability to converse better will help you now. You
Krittika 1: Watch out your health and people around might be the main person to bring in a new project to
you. your company, with your communication skills. Your
hard work goes unnoticed by your seniors. But do not
VRISHABA (Taurus) get frustrated as it may affect the quality of your work.
But this is the time, your enemies who were troubling
Krittika 2, 3, 4, Rohini, you, will vanish.
Mrigasira 1, 2
All the differences of opinion and quarrels which
Mercury and Jupiter are favourable so far existed will subside and there will be a cordial
throughout the month. Venus helps you in the first half relationship with people around you. You will gain
of the month. You will gain money from your properties from your well wishers. There will be a chance for you
and securities. Your financial positions improve. to travel abroad. You will also get an opportunity to

meet your friends there. Your health will remain good. Jupiter blesses you well with overall happiness and
Marriage proposals may get dragged. Pay a visit to your financial success now. There will be a celebration due
family deitys temple. Due to spiritual introspection, to the expansion of family, either birth of a child or
you will get clarity of mind and a new outlook to life. someone in the family getting married. Investments
fetch you good returns. Recognition at work will be
Mrigasira 3, 4: May feel tensions in your job. encouraging to you. But do not unnecessarily poke
Aridra: Need to show your courageous face now. your nose in others work.
Punarvasu 1, 2, 3: Be ready to spend on repairing/ Problems where you are not directly involved might
furnishing your house. bother you. Be cautious while dealing with strangers.
Distance yourself from known enemies. Avoid
travelling as much as possible. If doing business in
KARKATAKA(Cancer) partnership, be alert as one of the partners may deceive
you.
Punarvasu 4, Pushya & Aslesha
Makha: You may suffer from eye infection.
The Sun in the first half, Mercury, Mars
& Ketu are favourable to you. Poorvaphalguni: Family reunion will make you very
happy.
Promotions and appreciations from
higher authority/ Government are going to make Uttaraphalguni 1: You may travel to a foreign land.
you feel elated now. Any incomplete task/work, that
has been taking too long by facing hurdles will be
completed in a way better than expected. Income flows KANYA (Virgo)
from many sources.
Uttaraphalguni 2, 3, 4, Hasta and
Your silence will sometimes be misunderstood.
There are chances for misunderstanding with family Chitta 1, 2
members. Those who are running a favorable dasa may Mercury in the latter half, Ketu, Venus
gain a huge amount as inheritance. Health will be very and Saturn favour you.
good. However, health of spouse should be taken care
of. There will be victory over enemies. But be cautious All your endeavors and efforts help you now to
while driving and travelling. get promotions and to an elevated status. You will
buy a new vehicle. You will be blessed with all
Those preparing for competitive examinations will comforts, peace of mind and joy which will pave
find it tough, as you may not get enough support from the way for your success. You will find success over
your teachers. So put more efforts to succeed. Women your enemies as well as your peer group. Will win
will gain confidence, command respect and honor in a long pending legal battle. You will feel confident
society. and courageous.
Punarvasu 4: Worries occupy your mind all the time. Students, take care of your health. Avoid eating at odd
Try to concentrate on positive things around you hours. Take up some regular exercise or walking. This is
Pushya: You have to tap your decision making powers a time for introspection and to realize who you are deep
and give best solutions. down within yourself. Girls waiting to find suitable
match for marriage, may find one soon. Students have
Aslesha: You will be supported unconditionally by a blessed month with their skills appreciated by their
your close associates. teachers.
Uttaraphalguni 2, 3, 4: All your efforts will succeed
SIMHA (Leo) and get appreciations.
Hasta: Be alert when you travel.
Makha, Poorvaphalguni and
Uttaraphalguni 1 Chitta 1, 2: Long waited pilgrimage is on the cards
now.
Sun in later half, Mercury and Jupitar grace you.

TULA (Libra) DHANUS (Sagittarius)

Chitta 3, 4, Swati and Moola, Poorvashada and
Visakha 1, 2, 3 Uttarashada 1
Sun in the first half, Mercury & Rahu Mars and Ketu favour.
are well placed now.
A challenging month for you. You might have to
Those who work in industries connected to foreign sell a property or vehicle to pay your debts. You
countries, gain a lot - travel agents, money exchangers, might get an unwanted transfer or face a demotion or
shipping, etc. You will earn from your foreign contacts. a pay cut. Be careful at work to avoid such situations.
You may change your vehicle and buy a better one. Students who are preparing for competitive exams
Health problems will make you take the back seat. will find it very tough now. Work hard to reach your
Take care of your eyes. goal.
Long pending dues will reach you handy at the time of Family life will be amicable. You will enjoy the love and
need. Cordial relations and peace remain in family. support of your spouse and children. Try spending more
They will support you well. Students have to be prudent time with them. Paternal relations may cause you some
with their studies. Spend more time on studies. Do concern. Your mind will be clouded with worries and
not waste your precious time on other activities. Your tensions. Rest assured that a cosmic power is operating
experiences & hardwork during this period will greatly in your life and all is well.
add to knowledge. You might go on a short pilgrimage
with your family. Your siblings will make you happy.
Moola: Will get recognition for your activities.
Chitta 3, 4: Take utmost care of your health. Poorvashada: Your siblings will get close to you and
help you.
Swati: Funds will knock your doors.
Uttarashada 1: This is the time to show your inner
Visakha 1, 2, 3: Receive honors and acknowledgements. strength and use your positive thinking.
VRISCHIKA(Scorpio) MAKARA (Capricorn)

Visakha 4, Anuradha & Jyestha Uttarashada 2, 3 4, Sravana and
Sun in the latter half, Mercury in the
Dhanistha 1, 2
first half, Jupitar and Rahu are favourable to you. Mercury, Saturn and Jupiter favour
Good time to make investments in landed properties you.
and gold. Not a good period for those who do own A long pending pilgrimage tour is made possible
business. Be careful while you deal with money. You now. Your promotion is also on the cards. If you are
are advised not to involve in gossiping or back talk. doing own business, will get the long awaited funding.
Health issues will make you worry. Towards month end But be careful in money matters as expenses are
you will feel little relaxing. Spouse health may cause lining up. Health will be very good. Try to keep yourself
some concern. Friends will help your dreams come calm.
true. Children will be very supportive and source of
your happiness. Your son/ daughters marriage may Students do not indulge and waste your time in aimless
get fixed by end of this month. Get ready for a Long pursuits. Marriage proposals click and you choose the
travel. Your inner strength will save you from troubles. right partner. There will be minor issues with wife and
Your philanthropic activities will be recognized and children. Avoid confrontations.
appreciated much. Uttarashada 2, 3, 4: You will gain from your
Vishaka 4: Long time desire will get fulfilled. investments.
Anuradha: Spiritual thoughts and activities will keep Sravana: A pilgrimage trip will cheer you up.
you busy. Dhanistha 1, 2: Avoid going to places where you are
Jyeshta: Meditate everyday. not entertained.

KUMBHA (Aquarius) MEENA (Pisces)

Dhanistha 3, 4, Satabhisha, and Poorvabhadrapada 4,
Poorvabhadrapada 1, 2, 3 Uttarabhadrapada and Revati
The Sun in the first half, Mercury, and The Sun , Mercury and Jupitar favour
Venus are favourable. you.
If you are planning for a change in job or location, its You are going to have a fabulous month. You will get
a good time to do so. You will repay your debts if any back your money even from the sources written off
and will invest in land. Minor issues will arise between long time back. You will be buying an expensive vehicle
couples. Stay calm and avoid arguments. You have to for personal use. You will be blessed with all around
avoid moving closely with people below your social prosperity and gains through spouse. Fortunate turn
status as it will put you in an embarrassing situation. will upgrade your financial status and bring you honour
Financial position will improve. You may win a lucky and fame. You will be appreciated for your leadership
draw and gain money. Those who work in Government skills. You will receive awards from Government bodies
can expect promotions and pay hikes. Minor health and Institutions. Your healthy lifestyle will help you
problems will bother you. Check your blood pressure recover from your health problems and you will have
regularly. sound health.
Students will succeed in competitive exams and a Students get full support and guidance from parents
good month for them. You may be favoured by some and teachers. Marriage proposals click and you choose
old relative. Your plans to undertake travels are also the right partner. Couples who are waiting to have a
successful. child will be blessed with one soon.
Dhanistha 3, 4: Do not rush your decisions. Poorvabhadra 4: You win over people with your
communication skills.
Satabhisha: Travelling may tire you. Yet you will gain
out of them. Uttarabhadra : You will be recognized and rewarded.
Poorvabhadra 1, 2, 3: Avoid unnecessary arguments. Revati: Pleasure trip with family is on the cards.

How is this Year for You? 2017

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F or those who are working, its a very good

year. You will get the long pending transfer
and elevation in career. You may have to stay
May/Jun: You will be spending your time and ef-
forts without any plan or motive leading to un-
wanted expenditure. Plan your expenditure and
away from your family for a short period. You be prudent.
may have to spend lot of money for higher edu-
cation of your children or on their marriage. But Jul/Aug: Do not make mountain out of a molehill
your earnings will have a gradual increase and in family matters. Your career will take a bright
will be lot of gains at the end of the year. You will turn. All your efforts will be recognised and ap-
gain money from other sources during middle of preciated. You may have to travel a lot during
the year. You will confidently face the challenges this period.
and win over the Sep/Oct: You will feel a
tricky situations. sigh of relief now. In-
Students who are come will improve. You
preparing for their will plan your invest-
higher studies ments. Marriage or child
abroad, will get the
course they want to
Kanya (Virgo) birth will bring happi-
ness to family.
join. Long travels
cannot be ruled out.
[Uttaraphalguni 2,3,4, Hasta, Chitta 1, 2] Nov/Dec: You will invest
Family life will face in property. There will
some tensions in the later part of the year. Do be sudden monitory gains from an unexpected
not blame spouse or children unnecessarily; it source. Those who are planning for higher stud-
may boomerang on you. For business people, ies will get the right opportunity now.
the year end will fetch you new contracts. Do not Uttaraphalguni 2,3,4: Though little delayed, your
lend money to anyone. Avoid getting into awk- hard work will get recognised in the last quar-
ward situations. Yoga and meditation will help ter of the year. You cant avoid a huge expense,
you to relax from your mundane work. Be alert which might be a repayment of old debts too.
while you travel as there is a chance for a sudden Marriage is on the cards.
injury.
Hasta: Avoid trying your luck in speculations. You
Jan/Feb: Your talents and skills will improve great- will get an award or appreciation for a work you
ly during this period. You will stand to gain now. have done in past. Year end will bring you more
Change of place is likely, which may disturb family. prosperity.
Mar/Apr: This is a time for introspection and to Chitta: Your mental faculties will be sharp. You
realize who you are deep down within yourself.
will enjoy all comforts and have people to serve
You may meet a spiritual person, who will influ-
you in whatever capacity they can. Your name
ence you in positive way. Financial tensions will
and fame will increase.
fade away.
Remedial Measures
Worship Lord Hanuman with slokas on Saturdays.
Observe fasting on Ekadashi. Offer tulsi to temple nearby.

Y ou will undertake long travels or travel

to a foreign country will bring you some
gains. Increased expenditures will be the main
get your long pending dues at an unexpected
time.
Jul/Aug: You may get income from abroad

concern for you. But it will mostly be on auspi-
through your overseas contacts. You may get a
cious functions or on renovation of the house
better opportunity or you might be given an extra
you live in. You might have to re-work the same
charge and responsibility as recognition of your
thing many times which may cause you frus- efforts
tration. Watch what
you are talking as Sep/Oct: Financial
your words might be position gets better.
mistaken by others. There will be good
Health of father might returns for invest-
cause you concern. Tula (Libra) ments. You may win
in bets. Do not spec-
Medical expenses also
will stress you. Middle [Chitta 3, 4, Swati and Visakha 1, 2, 3] ulate huge money.
You might go on a
of the year will bring
short pilgrimage with your family.
you some gains to help you breathe out. Some
of you might get an out of the turn promotion or Nov/Dec: Excellent months for family life. You
transfer with due benefits. You will get support will have very good time with your family.
from your friends and associates who live abroad. Your spouse will bestow love and affection upon
Spouse and children will be very supportive. Stu- you. If you are single, marriage proposal will
dents may have to work on their memory to re- click now.
tain the lessons. You may suffer bereavement in
Chitta 3, 4: Though its a tough start, year will
the family circle. Some changes in your portfolio
end with a happy note. Financial positions will
cannot be ruled out.
improve as the year progress. You will have to
Jan/Feb: You will buy jewellery or vehicle. If you keep yourself calm instead of worrying too
get a transfer, accept it, it will benefit your career much.
in the later part of the year. There will be moni- Swati: Sudden gain of position/ honour is on the
tory gains too. cards. All your hard work in the past will get
Mar/Apr: You will organize an auspicious func- you such an opportunity. Do not rush your deci-
tion or pilgrimage and make it a success. There sions.
will be tensions at work place. Children will bring Visakha 1, 2, 3: Long awaited auspicious functions
happy moments. happen at home. You will be blessed to meet
spiritual leaders. Gains through siblings is pos-
May/Jun: You might have to spend money for
sible,
hospital expenses of a family member. You will
Remedial Measures
Worship Goddess Lakshmi on Fridays and
Chant Vishnu Sahasranama on Wednesdays.

A ll your sufferings & tensions come to an end.

You will buy properties, Gold, and luxury
vancement. In respect of finances the period will
be highly prosperous.
items. Marriage in the family brings happiness.
Mar/Apr: You may have problems with your busi-
You will spend on wedding and other auspicious
ness-partner and the health of your spouse may
functions. Your financial crunches vanish and
make you anxious. You should try to avoid quar-
you will be able to help others now. You may also
rels and confrontations by being diplomatic. You
gain from speculations. Professionals are going may suffer from some minor ailments or eye-
to enjoy an elevated position and pay hikes. Busi- complaints.
ness people will also prosper well. There will be
a steep increase in returns on your investments. May/Jun: Some of your cherished desires will be
As Saturn moves to your 2nd place, there will fulfilled and ambitions realised.
be tensions at home front. You might become You will be fortunate in respect of romantic li-
answerable to your aisons. Your popularity
spouse. Some misun- will also increase.
derstanding may crop
up between friends. Jul/Aug: Whatever you
lay your hands upon
One of your elder sib-
lings may suffer from Vrischika (Scorpio) will derive you benefits.
Investments will fetch
serious health prob-
lem. Health will be [Visakha 4, Anuradha, Jyestha] good returns. During
the period you will en-
good except some mi-
joy good material prosperity and you may have
nor issues in eyes and neck. Those who are suf-
some journeys in connection with your profes-
fering from chronic ailments will benefit from
sion. The relationship with your family-members
alternative medicines. Guard yourself against
may come under strain.
injuries while you travel. 11th Jupiter blesses
you with all round prosperity and happiness. Sep/Oct: Your earnings will increase and your cir-
You may see the expenditures go uncontrolled cle of friends will be widened. You may even be
towards the end of the year. You will have a engaged in a prospective new venture. You are
large circle of acquaintances but will have inti- likely to have financial gains from Government
macy with a limited few. You will attach more contracts. There will be auspicious celebrations
importance to intellectual level for which you in the family and you will have and costly acquisi-
will have a few friends among learned people. tions.
Children will do well in their studies. Students Nov/Dec: The relationship with relatives will con-
will have a fabulous yeah ahead. They will get siderably improve and family-gatherings will be
the expected grades with the guidance of their more frequent. Your social popularity will in-
teachers. crease and people will seek your advice on im-
portant matters.
Jan/Feb: You will have an excellent time for hav-
ing much improvement in your professional Visakha 4: This year will give all-round happiness,
sphere. Persons of authority and rank will grant domestic bliss and prosperity. You will acquire
you special favours and you may have much ad- some property and conveyance.

Anuradha: You will gather interest in acquiring Jyestha: People will treat you with great respect.
knowledge in newer fields. You will be active and You will remain in good health. Your earnings
will do well in business / trade; may form collabo- will be steadily increasing without any fluctua-
ration or get into a partnership. Will prosper, if tions while all wasteful expenditures will be re-
working in private companies. May have to travel duced to minimum. Dealing in land, buildings,
a lot in connection with the requirements of your building construction materials and agricultural
profession implements could fetch you good returns.
Remedial Measures
Worship Lord Vishnu & Lord Subramanya.
Recite Vishnu Sahasranama on Saturdays.
Y ou will be religious-minded and will perform

some pious deeds for which your social pop-
satisfaction. Irregular flow of funds can however
make you tense for which you should minimize
ularity will increase. Your family-life will be bliss- lending and borrowing. Regarding your food-
ful and you will be mentally at peace. You will be habits also you should be more careful otherwise
helpful to others and people will treat you with you may have stomach-aches and upsets. Stu-
much respect for this. Your reputation grows to dents may have to put more efforts to get good
newer height. Your self-confidence will increase grades. Their laziness may affect the grades badly.
and you will receive full co-operation and sup-
Jan/Feb: You might get an unwanted transfer or
port from all quarters. All your ventures will be- face a demotion or a pay cut. Be careful at work
come productive and to avoid such situ-
you may be successful ations. You may be
to start a new venture. able to secure a big
You should try to avoid contract and may
direct confrontations have a journey to a
and adopt a more Dhanus (Sagittarius) distant place. Family
compromising atti- life will be amicable.
tude. You should be- [Moola, Poorvashada, Uttarashadha 1]
come more submissive
Mar/Apr: You may en-
counter unexpected expenses. You may sell your
and appease your superiors to get into their good
property to meet your debts and expenses. There
books. Property-matters will require careful han-
will be shortage of funds and that could be chal-
dling and in this respect you should take a firm
lenging.
stand. You will have increase of wealth and gain
an upliftment of status. You will enjoy all sorts May/Jun: You may have certain differences with
of material pleasures and may have new acquisi- your opponents for which you may have to offer
tions. Socially your popularity will increase and explanations. You will see much improvement in
your childrens progress will make you happier. your professional sphere. You should stay away
Victory over your opponents will increase your from any sort of speculation and investments.

Jul/Aug: It is better to play safe in business during times. Because of your firm attitude friends may
this period. You may resort to the practice of re- turn against you. Will get recognition for your al-
ligions and teachings other than your own. Your truistic activities.
mind will be clouded with worries and tensions. Poorvashada: You will gain from your siblings, and
Sep/Oct: Family life will be amicable. There will close cousins. You will bring success to your team
be auspicious occurrences at home. You will have in all your endeavors with good use of your in-
contact with charitable institutions. Your philan- tellect. Victory over your opponents will increase
thropic activities will gain you name and fame. your satisfaction. Irregular flow of funds can
make you worry.
Nov/Dec: Your confidence will increase. You will
be able to finish all pending jobs singlehand- Uttarashadha 1: You will be helpful to others and
edly and get appreciation. You may acquire new people will treat you with much respect for this.
things which will bring you happiness. It is advisable to exercise caution in all areas of
profession. Time to show your inner strength and
Moola: You will be very active throughout the-
positive thinking.
year. You succeed in financial transactions. Your
need for perfection will leave you stressed at
Remedial Measures
Pray to lord Hanuman on Saturdays chanting
Hanuman chalisa. Visit your family deity.
Y our family-life will be blissful and you will

be mentally at peace. You will be helpful to
others and people will treat you with much re-
the habit of bringing the problems home with
you. You may sustain injuries as a result of an
accidental fall. You will get important responsi-
spect for this. Your self-confidence will increase bilities. Year end will close with some tensions
and you will receive full co-operation and sup- due to sudden rise in expenditures. Fathers
port from all quar- health may cause
ters. There is a pos- you concern. The
sibility of buying or relationships with
constructing a new your co-borns and
house for your per- neighbours will
sonal living. You become very cor-
will have remark- Makara (Capricorn) dial. You may have
able progress in pleasant short-
the first half of the
[Uttarashadha 2, 3, 4, Sravana, Dhanistha 1, 2] trips and excur-
year. Your enemies sions. Child birth
will fade away from your sight. Your family-life or a wedding in family will bring you all together.
will be good enough and un-eventful provided A long pending pilgrimage tour is made possible
you can contain your irritations and do not have now.

Jan/Feb: You will get more money than expected sive changes which will work wonders for you.
from many sources. There may be challenging Your position and level of earnings will be much
problems in handling money matters. improved.
Mar/Apr: You may suffer from some health- Nov/Dec: Journeys in this period may not bring the
problems affecting the body-parts eye and desired fruits. You will go on a pilgrimage with
neck/ throat. The health of some of your family- your associates. Be patient while you get into
memebers(particularly father) may cause serious arguments. Your perseverance will pay you well
concern to you. and bring you name and fame.
May/Jun: You may receive favours from a person Uttarashada (2, 3, 4): You will gain from your invest-
of aristocratic background. Your earnings will ments. You will become religious-minded and
increase as you may have gains from newer av- go for a pilgrimmage to a distant place. You will
enues as well. With little hiccups in the start will enjoy the company of pious souls and be initiated
vanish as time proceeds. into religious practices and meditation.
Jul/Aug: Problems of health disturb you. Sravana: You will conquer your enemies and
You start getting profit in the new ventures. Be- your social status will be raised. You will form
cause of travel you get stomach problems and be- new partnerships/ business and your popular-
come concerned of that. ity will greatly increase. You may be blessed with
progeny.
Sep/Oct: Your courage and confidence-level will
reach an all-time high and you will successful to Dhanishta (1, 2): Avoid arguments. A pilgrimage
make full use of them in constructive purposes. trip will cheer you up. Health of your spouse and
In professional sphere you will firmly deal with your mother to be taken care of.
certain situations and introduce some progres-
Remedial Measures
Recite Vishnu Sahasranama on Saturdays
and Aditya Hrudhayam on Sundays.
I f you are planning for a change in job or loca-

tion, its a good time to do so. You will enjoy
professional sphere, you will attract the attention
of your superiors and colleagues alike. Socially
all sorts of mate- your popularity
rial pleasures and will increase and
may have new ac- your childrens
quisitions. You will progress will
become very ener-
getic and perform
Kumbha (Aquarius) make you hap-
pier. Victory over
some meritorious
[Dhanistha 3, 4, Satabhisha, Poorvabhadra 1, 2, 3] your opponents
deeds which will will increase your
enhance your popularity and social status. In the satisfaction. You may suffer from bodily pains

and mental anguish. The health of your spouse Jul/Aug: You have to avoid moving closely with
may also be affected. You should also remain people below your social status as it will put you
careful during movements as you will be prone in an embarrassing situation.
to water borne infections. Last quarter will bring
you prosperity and success in business dealings. Sep/Oct: You will enjoy conjugal happiness and
Your elder sibling will help you come out of a sen- peaceful domestic life. You will remain in good
sitive issue. Students, do meditation and yoga to health, will have success in disputes and victory
gain more concentration and quick grasping. You over enemies. You will gather interest in acquir-
will undertake both inland and foreign travels. ing knowledge in newer fields.
Your travels will be fruitful. A pleasure trip with Nov/Dec: New career prospects open up and there
family is possible this year. You procure objects
will be advancement only if you are aggressive
of curiosity. Religious bent of mind will bless you
enough to convert them. Due to spiritual intro-
with peace of mind towards the end of the year.
spection, you will get clarity of mind and a new
Jan/Feb: You will organize an auspicious function outlook to life.
or pilgrimage and make it a success. There will
Dhanistha 3, 4: Joint ventures bring big gains
be tensions at work place. Try to maintain a bal-
now. Avoid one man show in business. Friends
anced outlook towards life at all times.
will surprise you. You will beam with self confi-
Mar/Apr: Long awaited promotions and recogni- dence.
tions will make you elated. Family life will be very
cordial and happy. Love matters end smoothly in
Satabhisha: There might be delay in having your
marriage. food on time. Your family life will be very good.
You will gain money from various sources.
May/Jun: A change of job or place may become
unavoidable. Some short travels will give success Poorvabhadra 1, 2, 3: You may be favoured by some
in the sphere of work. Do not antagonize your old relative. Your plans to undertake travels are
seniors. also become successful.
Remedial Measures
You should worship Lord Ganesha and if possible fast on
Chaturthi days. Do pray to Goddess Durga on Tuesdays.
Y ou will get appreciated for your projects and all. You may be given an honorary position
and may receive awards from government in an esteemed concern or Government. You
or other institutions. will be blessed with
You will take up work pleasure, wealth and
with caution but en- gains from your wife.
sure its success in all Your financial status
respects. Your mana- Meena (Pisces) will look up. You will
gerial skills will be be able to afford an
appreciated by one [Poorvabhadrapada 4, Uttarabhadrapada, Revati] expensive vehicle.

Fortune smiles on you. You will havemany ad- their first attempt. Chances of long travel is on
mirers in your friends circle.For your noble the cards
deeds you will be held in high esteem in your
Jul/Aug: There will be a celebration due to the ex-
social circle. Your earnings will increase to a
pansion of family, either birth of a child or some-
considerable extent. If you are an artist, its
one in the family getting married. Will receive
a great time to exhibit your work and attain
help from friends. Ill health of a family member
name and fame with lots of money. A pilgrim-
may cause you worries.
age is on the cards. Your wife may face some set
back in health in the end of the year. You may Sep/Oct: You will be very active in social circuit.
have some un pleasant arguments with your Women who are into career will do well. You will
children, Better be patient in handling them. spend long hours working at the office. You may
Later part of the year may bring in some ten- not get much time to interact with your children.
sions at your work place. You will buy property,
Nov/Dec: Some obstructions may crop up in your
and accumulate wealth. You might have to travel
projects, which has to be solved patiently with the
abroad for expansion of your business. Take care
help of your subordinates. Try to maintain a low
of your knee, as a slight slip may cause a severe
profile to avoid any controversy.
injury.
Poorvabhadrapada 4: You will become very tactful
Jan/Feb: Your fortune will be rising during this and diplomatic. You may acquire technical or
time. Money will flow from many of your invest-
typical knowledge and information in specialized
ments. Your wealth will increase. At times you
fields of interest. You will form cordial relation-
will need to cautiously evaluate where you rein-
ships and have fruitful discussions with dignitar-
vest your money.
ies and learned persons
Mar/Apr: You may get income from abroad Uttarabhadrapada: You will receive honours and
through your overseas contacts. You may get a awards for your exemplary work. You will under-
better opportunity or you might be given an extra take a long pilgrimage tour, you have been aspir-
charge and responsibility as recognition of your ing for.
efforts.
Revati: Whatever you lay your hands upon will de-
May/Jun: Elevation in career and financial posi- rive you benefits. There will be financial prosper-
tion will keep you happy and proud. Students ity during the year, but there will be unexpected
who appear for competitive exams succeed in expenditures for medical treatment.
Remedial Measures
Read Bhagvatham. Visit Kasi or
Rameshwaram and take a dip in holy waters.

HOW MARS CAUSES

Cancer Disease
| Haridas Marar
I n Medical Astrology there are quite a good number of explanations,

astrologically, about the causes of Cancer, an important life style disease of
today. In some books Rahu is explained as the planet that provokes Cancer
in human beings. Here I put my observational inference after making quite a
good number of Cancer cases after verifying birth charts of Cancer patients, as
Mars that excites Cancer in human beings. But I have to admit the facts that the
study has its limits as to when it will occur and the region of lesion in a human
body are to be studied further. The timing of occurrence may be evaluated by
analyzing the dasa system, as to the influential period of the planets involved.
Mostly by the bhukti or sub period. The part of the body that may affect requires
a little more study. But one thing is quite sure, the probability is almost 100%. Mambayil Haridas is an Electrical
and Electronics Engineer having
In this connection I put forth the following planetary conditions that cause worked in Kerala State Electricity
Cancer. In my observation Mars is the planet that provokes Cancer in a human Board for 35 years. With a Post
body. I codify the condition as follows. Graduate Degree in Jyothisham from
Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University,
1. When Mars has any relation with 6th house, it excites Cancer. The situation he specializes in Tamboola and
worsens when the relationship is with 8th house. Ashtamangala Prasna. Inspired by his
2. When Mars conjuncts with the lord of 6th house in a horoscope the native grandfather Krishna Marar, a scholar
will get Cancer. and exponent of Astrology, he is
presently the Principal of Dr. TIR
3. When Mars conjuncts with the lord of Navamsa of 6th lord the native will
Institute of Astrology, run in the
have Cancer later in age. Usually after 70 years of age.
name of late Dr. T. I. Radhakrishna,
4. When the association of Mars is with the lord of 8th house the natives death a relentless champion of Science
will be by Cancer. (The 8th house represents diseases of chronic nature.) and Spirituality, Vedic Heritage
In the circumstances it is to be noted here is that the above said planetary and Sanskrit.
position indicates that the constitution of the body of the native is such that it
is vulnerable to Cancer. If special attention is bestowed the disease can be kept
at arms length by adopting selective foods that avert the chances and resorting
to Yoga and pranayama judiciously.
At this point it is to be noted that even if the science has advanced very much,
no forecast is possible in a persons life, as such a harmful disease is in store
for him. But in astrology an expert astrologer can say for sure that the native
is prone to Cancer by studying his birth chart which is based on the planetary
positions in the horoscope right from the time of birth. From the horoscope cast
at the time of birth of a person we can caution the person about the disease that
warrants attention. In modern times a disease is diagnosed and confirmed and
the treatment started only when it affects the person physically. But in astrology it
can be forecast early. In the case of Cancer disease sometimes some catastrophes
occur before anything could be done to rescue the native.

Here I shall give some examples that justify my lords resulted in Cancer of chronic nature. The native
findings. is a renowned cine artist who was hit maker of many
movies of the seventies.
Case -1: - Male native born on 12-5-1959 at 10-51pm
76E45; 09N20, 5-30hrs.E of GMT in Punarvasu star, Case-2: - Male native born on 29th December 1942
1st pada with a balance of 14years,1months and 9days at 05-45 pm in Amritsar, (740 E51; 310 N37, 5-30
of Guru Dasa at birth. hrs. East of GMT) in Uttaraphalguni 1st pada with a
balance of 4 years, 10 months and 22 days of Sun dasa
Kuja at birth.
Chandra Rahu
Budha
Chandra Lagna Rahu Sani Guru
Surya
Ketu Sukra
Budha
Kuja
Lagna
Sani
Rasi Guru
Sani
(Inner)
Ketu Rasi
Navamsa (Inner)
(Outer) Guru
Navamsa Rahu
(Outer) Surya
Lagna Guru Chandra
Surya Rahu
Sani Mandi Budha
Sukra
Ketu Sukra Kuja
Lagna Mandi Kuja Surya
Budha
Chandra Ketu
This is a case of Cancer I have predicted early and
came true after the lapse of four months. The native
was cautioned about the probability of Cancer and was In this chart you can see Mars, the lord of 6th as well
vigilant in his day to day activities. While trying to have as 11th houses posited in own house, the 6 th .
help from a Dentist for filling the cavity of a tooth and Retrograde Saturn is lord of 8th as well as 9th house,
for crowning the affected tooth they encountered some very much adversely posited in 12th house, the house
abnormality in the x-ray of the teeth. Before doing root that deals torments. The mutual aspects of 6th and
canal surgery a routine checkup by an x-ray and biopsy 8th lords can be considered as yoga or conjunction.
thereafter revealed that the native is on the threshold My emphasis here is only the role of Mars in
of Cancer in the mouth. Thank goodness, the timely indicating Cancer when associated with lords of
radiation therapy saved the native from the threat of 6th and/or 8th houses. The mutual aspect of Mercury
Cancer. and Jupiter makes the native an exponent in the field
of silver screen, like that one can see and evaluate
Now look at the birth chart, the Sagittarius Lagna much more. The native suffered abdominal Cancer
has Mars conjoined with the lord of 6 th and 8 th which led to his death.
houses, Sukra and Chandra respectively in 7 th
house. It may be noted that the lord of 9th house, the Now we can consider another case in which Mars
house that considers medical treatment is in exalted is associated with the lord of Navamsa of 6th house.
house with lord of Karma. This ensures complete Here the native did no escape from the threat of
cure. Sun is Bhishagwara karaka as well. If you Cancer, but it was at the age of 74. The region of
verify the horoscope more information can be lesion was prostate gland. In the chart Mars is
obtained. But for fear of space constraint I reduce associated with the lord of Navamsa of 6th house.
my explanation. As explained early, association of Mars with the
Navamsa lord of 6th house also causes Cancer, but later,
Here is another case of Cancer which ended in death after 70 years of age.
of the native. The mutual aspect of 8th and 6th house
continued on 38

Case-3: - Male native born on 11th May 1938 at 12.56 stand point gently. It has relevance. If you find such
am in 750 E15; 100 N30; 5-30 hrs. East of GMT, in planetary position, appraise the situation to the native
Hasta with a balance of 5 years, 11 months and 3 days or close relatives such that the threat can be averted
of Moon dasa at birth. or kept at arms length. It is to be emphasized here
that the planetary positions indicate only that the
The native had prostate Cancer and it was removed native is prone to Cancer. When such a planetary
surgically in Mercury Dasa, in the sub period (bhukti) situation is found in a horoscope then it is most likely
of Moon and Rahus sub-sub-period (paryantara). that the native may be at risk which may appear at
All efforts were made to remove even a single tissue some time in life. If sufficient attention is bestowed
affected in a 6 hour long surgery. But the disease like resorting to early detection of the disease, one
reappeared after one year and the native succumbed to can think for sure that Cancer is not a disease to be
death. Here you can see the conjunction of 6th and 8th afraid of. Women after 40 years of age should take Pap
lords in Mars house. Mars is the navamsadipa of 8th smear and Mammography tests invariably every year.
house lord Sun. This should be a must if Mars is present as explained
There are quite a good number of Cancer cases above. Women are vulnerable to uterine Cancer when
like the examples given above. In all these, Mars is Moon and Venus are afflicted and Mars is present as
responsible for Cancer. I have a humble request to an exciter of Cancer. This is because both these planets
my fellow astrologer friends kindly consider my are karaka for the uterus.
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Career Selection using Vedic Astrology

| Alan Annand
Alan Annand is certified by the American College of Vedic Astrology,

USA. He has published three books on astrology, notably Parivartana
Yoga. He also writes novels, wherein the hero of his New Age Noir
mystery series is a Vedic astrologer.
A
s an astrologer, if you can
address the major issues of
relationship and career, your
own career success is assured.
In earlier times, choosing a career was
simple, and in India it followed the
lines of the caste system. If you were
Brahmin, youd be a member of the
intelligentsia, following a career in the
arts, education, law or ministry. If you
were Kshatriya, youd go into the civil
service, police or military. If Vaishya,
youd become a business person, if
Shudra, a tradesman, an agriculturist
or laborer. If mleccha, perhaps you
wouldnt be employed at all.
In modern times theres been an explosion of careers, and the choices now are literally mind-boggling. However, with
a few simple techniques, its still easy to identify some viable career options unique to each birth chart.
First and Tenth Houses

The basic method highlights planets in the kendras of the birth chart. So long as any planet is angular, it will thus either
occupy or aspect the 1st or 10th house. Eg, a planet in the 4th aspects the 10th, while a planet in the 7th aspects the 1st.
The 10th is an obvious point of focus, because it represents our career the observable things we do, the karma we
perform as per our inclinations, and our aspirations for social recognition.
But why the first house, so favored in South India? In practice, the lagna is the natural starting point to understand
any client since it represents prakruti, the primal motive force, or basic intelligence. In other words, the ascendant
represents the individuals instinctive role in life. And its the influence of planets on the ascendant that determines
our prakruti. Once we understand the client, were better able to anticipate their likely career path.
So planets in kendras are key, and one or more angular planets can immediately create a signature for certain career
inclinations. So long as we understand the nature of the planets, we can follow their clues to the natural disposition
(prakruti) of the client, and therefore their natural bias for career aptitudes and pursuits.
The simplest use of this is to consider the planets as benefics and malefics. Natural benefics are the Moon, Mercury,
Venus and Jupiter. Natural malefics are the Sun, Mars, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu.
With a majority of benefics in kendras, the individual is drawn to the humanistic or people professions - arts, media,
sales, marketing, teaching, consulting, etc.

With a majority of malefics angular, the individual favors A preponderance of planets in one element may incline
the reality based or scientific professions - the trades, one to a certain station in life. But signs are never more
biology, chemistry, computer applications, engineering, than stage setting; the planets are the actors who perform
mechanics and other physical sciences. the real drama.
We can also consider the caste of planets. Jupiter and Adolf Hitlers chart below offers a good example of both
Venus are brahmana. Sun and Mars are kshatriya. Moon planets and signs as caste indicators. The Sun and Mars
and Mercury are vaishya. Saturn is shudra. Rahu and in the 7th house are both kshatriya planets, and both are
Ketu are mleccha. By noting any caste dominance among strong. This indicates a natural command-and-control
angular planets, we might generalize what the likely career instinct, a bias for administrative or management roles,
orientation will be. in fields such as the police or military, or leadership in
government. Further note he has seven out of nine planets
Signs are aligned with caste too: fire for kshatriya, in fire, the element associated with kshatriya. His karma
earth for shudra, air for vaishya, water for brahmana. was to rule and burn.
Adolf Hitler
Career themes by planet

Aside from caste stereotypes, however, a deeper Following is a table of professions with which each planet
understanding of planetary natures allows greater insight is associated. Again, if such a planet is in any of the angular
into career potential. houses, it lends a bias for that type of occupation.
Planet Careers Associated with the Planets

Sun Administration, leadership, classical professions, accounting, architecture, engineering, law,
medicine
Moon Arts & entertainment, domestic services, esthetics, hospitality industry, nurturing
professions
Mars Security, competition (sports, litigation), combustion, construction, dismantling, skills based
on strength
Mercury Agency & brokering, business, analysis, calculation, communication
Jupiter Counseling, investments, ministry, oratory, teaching, wisdom, writing
Venus Art, adornment, beauty, culture, luxury, high-living products & services, pets, social
pastimes, textiles, transportation
Saturn Time, labor, land, manufacturing, tools & machines, recycling, guarded traditions, secret
endeavors, old/dead/ancient/derelict pursuits, rock/stone/inert matter
Rahu/Ketu Drugs, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, fuels, photography, computers, video games, new
technologies, inventions, illusion, movies, buffoonery, fraud, occult, secrets, import/export,
mysticism & metaphysics

Marilyn Monroes chart below offers a good example. An beauty and glamour in the arts and entertainment field.
angular Moon can incline to the arts and entertainment. And as well see in our next table, Monroe has a third
Independently, Venus also encourages the arts and combination (Moon, Venus & Saturn) that is a perfect fit
culture. Together they form a persuasive couple favoring for the entertainment field.
Marilyn Monroe
Career Themes via Planetary Combinations strength), when retrograde, or as a full Moon. It is weak
when debilitated, combust, in a planetary war (conjunct
Although a single planet might very well nudge the
another true planet within one degree), or as a new Moon.
client into a certain occupation or career, in practice
Once we determine the relative hierarchy of angular
we expect more complexity. There are, after all, more
planets, its often the strongest among them that will give
careers to choose from than ever, and some of these
the client a bias for a particular career.
are combinatorial in nature, eg, forensic accountant,
prosthetic engineer, immigration lawyer. The table below provides a list of possible careers when
one or more planets occupy angular houses at the same
If there are two or more angular planets, we may need
time. The list does not account for one planets dominance
to determine the relative strength of angular planets by
over another, as discussed above, although thats always
applying certain criteria. For example, a planet is strong in
something to keep in mind.
its own or exalted sign, when it has dig bala (directional
Planet/s Careers Associated with Planetary Combinations

Sun Administration, organization, control, politics
Sun/Mars Administration, medicine
Sun/Mars/Jupiter Politics
Sun/Mars/Saturn Medicine
Sun/Jupiter Healing, religion, spirituality
Moon/Mars/Saturn Sports
Moon/Jupiter Travel
Moon/Venus Arts, beautification, crafts, esthetics, food, beverage
Moon/Venus/Saturn Entertainment
Mars/Mercury Computers
continued on 39
Planet/s Careers Associated with Planetary Combinations

Mars/Jupiter Law
Mars/Venus Sex, scandal, primal charisma
Mars/Saturn Construction, labor, police, military, competition, confrontation, technology,
science, tools, machinery
Mars/Saturn/Mercury Engineering, sports business, machinery, metal, electrical
Mars/Saturn/Rahu Science
Mercury/Jupiter Communication, media, acting, writing, advising, counseling, humanities
Mercury/Jupiter/Venus Education
Mercury/Saturn Business
Jupiter/Venus Counselor, advisor, stage acting
Jupiter/Saturn/Rahu Occult
Venus Arts
Saturn Heavy labor
Rahu/Ketu Unusual, different, illusion, innovation, new technology
In Bill Gates chart below, we find three planets in kendras. it lagnesh for this chart, but the Gemini lagna is also
The Moon is almost full, Mars is ordinary and Mercury is vaishya. Finally, if we check Table 2 above, we find the
exalted. The Moon and Mercury are both vaishya planets, Mars-Mercury combination is one that favors computers.
so we think of commerce. And because of its strength, If we put all this together, we find a natural bias for the
our attention naturally lingers on Mercury. Not only is computer business.
Bill Gates
In the absence of angular planets complicated. For instance, its very common in Vedic
astrology to rotate the chart in order to treat the Moon as
For readers whove been following this thesis, and perhaps
the ascendant, and then look at planets in relative angles.
reviewing some charts in their files, questions naturally
arise: What about charts which have no angular planets at And if this doesnt produce a signature planet, we can
all? Are those clients doomed to unemployment? always rotate the chart again to treat the Sun as the
ascendant. One way or another, well pick up a pointer to
In practice, the absence of angular planets doesnt
an appropriate career.
make it impossible to identify a career, just a little more

Importance of Muhurthas in Vastu

| BANGALORE NIRANJAN BABU .
T
in its manifestation as Kalapurusha. Apart from the
Yantra is a diagrammatic representation of a
mantra. It is a special diagram normally with a
character or words beejakshara or beeja mantra
importance of time in the natal horoscope and horary chart, - written on metal, bark or paper. The shape of
the diagram can be a circle, triangle, square and
any other pattern that can include a dot, a petal,
limitations indicated by a birth chart. Muhurtha is that
energies work in harmony with the known and unknown.

When the energies work in disagreement, it means that the The yantra, carefully selected for the purpose
forces embedded in the womb of time create impediments it is intended can, when placed in certain Vastu
appropriate positions and with the constant
repetition of a mantra consecrate the imbalanced
to be followed.
Muhurthas can be preconstruction and post construction.
harmony, happiness and prosperity Suppose you are
Muhurthas can be broadly listed as necessary for the

following Vastu aspects:
What is Agni?
What is a Yantra?
primary elments.
Rig Veda begins with an obeisance to Agni

A{_rio nwamo{hV `k` Xod adrO_ & hmoVma aZYmV__ &&
Rig Veda 1.001.01
|| Rig Veda 1.001.01

Liberally translated it means I glorify Agni, the

to the Gods and who is the possessor of great Proper balance of this element by way of ponds,
wealth. water fountains, aquariums etc. assists in many ways.
for better health.

Rig Veda tells that Agni excites Buddhi
understand truth and take the right decisions.

elders
couples and business partners

What are Mirrors ?
of life. surfaces
When appropriate Agni balancing is done a Mirrors are used for

personal grooming
created
tecture
ways
intelligence, kindness, financial wisdom and

interaction with family members, better health
What is a Udaka? and sane thinking
Udaka refers to the primary element water
of families disharmony, childlessness, abortions
and the like.
The oceans hold 96.5% of all earths water
Our body has 60-65% of water content while our
The great importance of water is seen when we
soil and you and me.

Rig Veda highlights the importance of water
when it tells us g{bb AHo$V Salilam Apraketam
meaning that the world was originally only water
without light. Rig Veda X.29.3
What is this?
Jyotisha relates water to the sector northeast which Placing sofas, beds, tables, chairs, etc in a well
is called Eashanya the place of God

Why is this required? arrived is divided by nine, if the number crosses nine
and the remainder obtained decides the compatibility
Proper arrangement minimizes the imbalances
or otherwise. Remainders two, four, six, eight and nine
and optimizes the positive energies of an area referred to as Sampat, Kshema, Sadhana, Mitra and
It helps in optimizing space and creates areas of Paramamitra respectively are considered positive. As
comfort movement within the various rooms. a rule avoid remainders 3 and 7 referred to as Vipat and
Naidhana.
What are the benefits?
Sitting in the right places activates the aura around Five Source Energy (Panchaka)
oneself so the he or she is able to excel in ones Though this is not important for day to day muhurthas,
study or profession it is necessary to check on the Panchanka for important
Appropriate orientation energizes ones thinking events like marriage, nuptials, house warming, etc.
in making one take sane decisions. Panchaka is defined as the planetary, stellar and zodiacal
energies. The lunar day, the days constellation, the
Appropriate places of sleep contribute to harmony weekday and the lagna (counted from Aries) are added
and family growth. and divided by nine. The remainders 3, 5, 7 are said to
Live Example denote good.
Family of a couple with parents and two

Lunar Strength (Chandrabala)
children a boy and a girl.
The days moon should not occupy the 6th, 8th and the
Generation disharmony, failure in education
12th from the natives moon sign (Janma Rasi).
and ill health
Improper habitation, mirror orientation, toilets Strength of Constellations
in wrong sector.
Different constellations are recognized to have different
Muhurtha Rules strengths. The following table identifies the strengths of
different constellations & their auspiciousness to certain
Constellation Compatiblity (Tarabala) events.
Compatiblility of the days constellation with the
natives constellation is looked into. The number of days
Constellation (Nakshatra) Favorable for

Coronations (taking oath), laying foundation, sowing and
Fixed: Rohini, Uttara, Uttarashada, Uttarabhadra
activities of permanence
Soft: Chitta, Anuradha, Mrigasira, Revati New clothes, learning music, dance and fine arts, sexual union
Wearing new ornaments, games and sports, medication, start-
Light: Aswini, Pushya, Hasta
ing new factories and industries, travel
Sharp: Moola, Jyesta, Aridra, Aslesha, Pubba, Poorvashada,
Not recommended
Poorvabhadra, Bharani, Makha
Movable: Sravana, Dhanishta, Satabhisha, Punarvasu, Swati Gardening, new vehicles, route marches and processions
Mixed: Krittika and Vishaka Day to day importance assignments
Constellation Par Excellence with Pushya as the constellation, has the power to cancel
the negatives of the birth chart and asserting its benefic
The most favorable constellation, Dr. Raman (my revered
character. Though Pushya constellation is said to be
father) tells us, is Pushya. It has the power to neutralize
par excellence for all activities, readers are cautioned
all imbalances that arise due to unfavorable combinations.
that Pushya constellation is forbidden for marriage
Texts say that if there are a number of misplaced
muhurthas.
combinations in a natal chart, selecting a Muhurtha,

Mahadoshas (1st), Shashti (6th) and Ekadasi (11th) going under

the name tithigandanthara.
Muhurtha also speaks of many adverse evils (mahadoshas)
that need to be avoided for important events. One of Avoid the first two degrees of Leo, Sagittarius and
them Panchanga Suddhi tells us that the five limbs thithi Aries and the last two degrees of Cancer, Scorpio
(lunar day), vara (week day), nakshatra (constellation), and Pisces.
yoga (luni solar day) and karana (half a yoga) have Avoid the last 48 minutes 2 ghatis - of Aslesha,
to be good. These limbs are said to represent the five Jyeshta, Moola, Revati and Aswini and the first
sources of metaphysical energies and when properly 96 minutes 4 ghatis - of Makha
selected contribute to good health, better harmony and
much happiness. Another dosha that should be avoided Avoid Venus in the 6th, particularly for marriage
while fixing a Muhurtha is Surya Sankramana. When the muhurthas.
Sun leaves a sign and enters the next sign there is much Avoid Mars in the 8th.
disturbance of solar forces and fixing a Muhurtha during
This could be destructive.
this phase of change of sign is not appropriate. Dr. Raman
says that sixteen ghatis (6 hours 24 minutes) before and For marriage muhurthas the ascending lagna
after the change of sign should be rejected. While not should not be the 8th from the birth lagna of the
going to other doshas, the following guidelines in fixing boy or girl.
a proper muhurtha can be followed. Avoid the constellation occupied by the Sun at a
given moment.
No two malefic planets on either side of lagna
(ascendant) The preceding and succeeding constellation
also should be rejected.
Avoid the Moon in the 6th, 8th and 12th houses from
lagna. Neutralisation of Doshas
Avoid the association of other planets, malefic or Abhijan Muhurtha is said to be Sarva Doshagna
benefic, with the Moon. removing all doshas.
Take particular care of this while fixing Based on the days sunrise and sunset
marriage muhurthas
Tuesdays evil is minimized in the afternoon
The lagna and the seventh house should be strong.
Venus, Mercury or Jupiter in ascendant is said to
Durmuhurthas should be avoided. destroy all evil.
Weekdays coinciding with certain lunar days Moon or Sun in the 11th can nullify the muhurtha
should be avoided. evils.
Sunday & Chaturdasi (14th lunar day) Exaltation of a planet nullifies the evils.
Monday with Ashtami (8 th lunar day) & Imbalance created by an unfavorable weekday,
Dwadasi (12th lunar day) constellation, lunar day and yoga is removed
Tueday with Chaturthi (4th) & Ekadasi (11th) with Jupiter or Venus in a Kendra (quadrant) and
malefic Mars, Saturn and Rahu in 3, 6 and 11.
Thursday with Dwadasi (12th) & Trayodasi
(13th) Reinforcement of Lagna and its lord can strengthen
the Muhurtha.
Friday with Chaturthi (4th) & Ashtami (8th) and
To conclude, properly calculated Muhurthas at various
Saturday with Prathama (1st) & Dwiteeya (2nd)
stages of construction can indeed supplement Vastu
Avoid the last muhurtha (48 minutes 2 ghatis) strength and contribute to good health, harmony and much
of lunar days Panchami (5th), Dasami (10th) and happiness in a family, business or corporate house.
Pournami (15th) and the first muhurtha of Prathama

The 5 Greatest Astrological

Breakthroughs in 2,000 Years
T oday we live in such exciting and monumental astrological times because
in the last 60 years there have been more substantial changes and
improvements in astrology than ever before.
| Mark Kincaid
The 5 Greatest Breakthroughs

1. Today millions of individuals are now discovering how much more
accurate, ones eastern chart is than ones western chart. In addition,
60-years ago, one lone western astrologer by the name of Cyril Fagan
first introduced a completely new, western system of astrology which
he called Sidereal western astrology. The main difference in this system
is that it is 23-degrees different than the traditional western system of
astrology and for the very first time, brings western astrology much
more in-tune with eastern Astrology which has always been such an Teacher of the Transcendental Meditation
Technique since 1973.
actual sky, Sidereal system.
Student of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
2. Then there is this equally important traditional eastern astrology system Guru since 1973.
which has also been profoundly changing and improving. Though, this Founder of the new Natures Astrology
system never got out of tune with the actual movement of the stars and system uniting the west and east
planets from above; its most significant change has been in terms of
how it is thought of and being practiced.
For many centuries, a very intense fatalism tended to dominate this
system. This was the essential idea or mind set, that ones chart is
written in stone and is incapable of being either changed or improved
in ones life. Though much of the predictive side of eastern astrology
has thrived for many centuries; still many of astrologys most important
benefits, were much lost and unavailable until now.
Today, a much more positive, up-beat and positive astrological mind-set
is beginning to replace that very stifling and negative fatalism which
is already greatly improving this traditional Jyotish system and as a
result, millions are already beginning to benefit from such a more
positive oriented astrology.
3. The most important of all such modern day astrological improvements
or breakthroughs has been the re-discovery of the inherent self-
development nature and potential within astrology itself. In other
words, were supposed to be able to use our same, individual astrology
charts to most profoundly, self-improve and self-transform ourselves!

And when such a self-development capability So, if one got born with such negative planets
is practiced; much more of the real significance in ones 10th house of career than these
and profundities of astrology will become more would not only represent those very same kinds
apparent. of human problems and difficulties that one
will end up experiencing in ones very same,
I first became more aware of this new, greatest
career life. From this new self-development
potential of astrology 30 years ago while
perspective; these very same negative planets can
attending an Ayurvedic course in India. It was
now be the focus on our self-development. And as
during this time that I first heard of that most
we achieve such unparalleled self-improvement;
surprising of ideas that: Astrology is for our
these very same planets then would help us to
enlightenment.
create that much greater success, in our same
Though, Id previously studied both of those careers. Now, instead of thinking that your
two most widely practiced western and eastern negative planets are your curses and why you
astrology systems before nowhere in either will fail and experience so many more frustrations
of these systems had there ever been this and difficulties in this life; think of these as your
most profound idea of astrology being for our all-important self-development opportunities and
enlightenment. possibilities.
This one idea alone, led me to that greater 5. Finally, there is that equally as important, modern
appreciation that astrology is meant to be much day astrological breakthrough which involves
more self-development oriented! Whereas most how today, millions of people are now learning
such traditional astrologys have been more their own, personal astrology charts! This is such
diagnostic oriented which means all about how an important improvement because previously,
our charts fit us; were really meant to use our almost all such astrologys were primarily
same charts to help us to grow and self-develop practiced by the professional astrologers with their
within our especially most negative and malefic students and clients.
planets. Today, more is being rediscovered about
Today, hundreds of millions of individuals are
this all-important self-development potential of
now discovering for themselves how their own
astrology than hundreds and hundreds of years in
astrological charts really do fit them and as a
the past.
result of this, most profoundly self-awakening
4. Astrology is now becoming much more success to that very same astrological nature which they
oriented. Traditional astrology has long had this had already been living.
concept of ones Houses within ones chart.
Now, lets discuss one such typical astrological chart
These refer to those very areas of the life that
and in this case of a young man who came, wanting to
one is the most interested in and which include
experience these 5 greatest astrological breakthroughs
such areas as ones career, making more money,
for himself.
health, family life and relationships and even
spirituality. Historically, the idea has been that He said; I am having a lot of
if one gets born with such positive or negative difficulties in my career life,
planets in these very same houses, these then in my health and in terms of
would determine whether one will end up creating my finances. And since, Id
either success or failure in ones life. already been well-trained in
Now, however, that more of the self-development this fine art and science of
nature and potential of astrology is being re- this ancient Jyotish system I
discovered then such a house-oriented astrology knew right away where to look within his chart, to find
can finally become that all-important of success why this man was experiencing these very same human
tools, that astrology was also supposed to be! problems.

When he mentioned having career challenges that such negative astrological goings on within his 6th house
then made me look into his 10th house of career, in his of health and his very same Saturn-health planet.
chart. And because hed also mentioned having health
So, we began by first discussing these very same planets.
challenges I then thought of his 6th House of health and
Ive learned over the years, that people benefit by learning
looking into his Saturn-health planet. Finally, since hed
something more detailed and profound about their charts.
also mentioned having financial difficulties that made me
We then began by discussing each of these planets which
think of looking into his 11th & 12th Houses, just because
he so clearly, resonated with.
they are ones two, chief Money Houses.
After we finished, he then said: I really appreciate you
Even a quick glance into this mans chart, included
helping me to understand myself more clearly in these
below; helped me to see why he was experiencing these
ways because now I seem even clearer, where I do need
very same, human difficulties that hed described. As
to self-improve if it is indeed possible. I then said: Once
you can see in his chart, he got born with such we discover where we have our most important negative
predictable negative planets in each of those houses planets this then will help us to better understand where
which represented those very same areas of the life that we need to self-improve and self-develop, within our
he had been interested in. very lives.
As you can see in his chart, he did get born with one such We then began discussing how each of these very same,
more negative Jupiter planet or Ju in his 10th house of negative planets could be most easily and profoundly
career. And he did get born with such negative, Mercury, improved and when such greater planetary self-
Sun and Saturn planets; closely associated with his two, improvement is achieved; then we will find that greater
main money houses. And finally, he did get born with life-success, will be in fact possible.

First, we began by talking about his Jupiter or that Ju meant to live that unique, positive side of Scorpio without
which is in his #10 house of career. And because such a being too negative in terms of how they manifest that very
Jupiter configuration is supposed to represent one such same, Scorpio tendencies. We had similar discussions
more negative of planetary configurations because Jupiter about his other, main negative Pisces planets because there
is said to be debilitated in this same 10th sign, we is also such a positive and negative side of Pisces, as well.
began by first discussing how such a Jupiter planet could
be improved. I also mentioned at this time, how there We covered dozens of such important and powerful, self-
were both holistic as well as specific self-development development techniques over the course of three, one-hour
techniques that could be practiced for all of ones natural readings or so and he then went on his way to see if these
planets. One of Jupiters most powerful holistic techniques very same suggestions could help him to discover how he
is to make a point of becoming a greater student in might solve these very same problems that hed come to
this life which alone would end up, very powerfully astrology, to hear about.
improving this very same Jupiter planet which is the Guru After about three months, he did get back in touch with
of life itself. We then began talking about such specific me and had this to say: Mark, I never thought that I
Jupiter techniques that can be most profoundly applied to could so easily grow and self-improve myself with such
each persons, individual astrology charts. For example, simple ideas and suggestions. I then said: Please, tell me
Jupiter in this same, #10 sign of Capricorn means that more about whats been happening to you. He then said:
part of this persons Jupiter-improvement involves better Well, all of those general planetary techniques worked
understanding this natural relationship between his Jupiter out very profoundly for me. I really liked learning how
planet and this very same, 10th sign of Capricorn. I then to meditate and that seemed to help my Saturn planet
said: Jupiter is thought to be more negative in Capricorn even within a few weeks. I then said: And did you find
just because there is a kind of intense mix-up between those specific solutions to be helpful, as well? He then
ones Jupiter spirituality and ones equally as important, said: I think I gained the most out of these. In fact, they
Capricorn materialistic values. This man then said: Ive seemed to resonate with me the most. Perhaps that was
always felt so very confused about my spirituality and my because they were so tailor made for me and my chart,
materialistic side. personally. I then said: Thats exactly right. In fact, that
We then continued by talking about how he is supposed is one of the greatest things Ive learned from this more
to better understand this natural relationship between self-development oriented astrology. Our so-called very
his spirituality and materialistic sides. We then had such negative planetary configurations also include that exact
similar discussions related to each of his other particularly new knowledge and wisdom that we came into this life
negative, planetary configurations. For example, when we to learn about.
talked about why his Saturn planet or Sa was also more And when we have such greater insights into ourselves
negative in this #8 sign of Scorpio I said: Saturn is we will in fact, find our very same, astrological planets
supposed to be more negative in Scorpio because typically, growing and improving! He then said: I think Ive
more of the negative side of Scorpio is found when Saturn experienced this powerfully, already, even after a few
is found within this same sign. months of this.
I also said: For example, Scorpio planets represents
Conclusion
where the person has a strong desire to stand up for what
they believe in, in this life. And the negative side of As it turns out, every single human being in the world;
Scorpio then ends up manifesting as the person too often, now only got born with such similar negative planets.
feeling irritable, angry and mad at others, when we see that And these really do represent where we got born the most
theyre not doing that which is right in their lives. He then undeveloped and with the most human weaknesses. But,
said: Ive always been like this so its quite fascinating these very same planets also represent, exactly where we
to now hear that this is one of my negative or bad habits came into this life to improve and to grow. And when
in my life. I then said: There is also a positive side to this happens, we will then have discovered exactly what
Scorpio which means one is supposed to care about what we need, to create such greater success and fulfillment in
is right in life. Only quite often, most such Scorpios are our very lives!

Sunrise and Sunset Timings

for January 2017
Date Bengaluru Chennai Hyderabad Mumbai New Delhi Thiruvananthapuram
Sunrise Sunrise Sunrise Sunrise Sunrise Sunrise
January
local Sunset local Sunset local Sunset local Sunset local Sunset local Sunset
2017
time time time time time time
1 6:42 18:05 6:31 17:54 6:46 17:53 7:12 18:13 7:14 17:36 6:37 18:15
2 6:42 18:05 6:32 17:54 6:47 17:54 7:12 18:13 7:14 17:36 6:37 18:16
3 6:43 18:06 6:32 17:55 6:47 17:54 7:12 18:14 7:14 17:37 6:37 18:16
4 6:43 18:06 6:32 17:56 6:47 17:55 7:13 18:15 7:15 17:38 6:38 18:17
5 6:43 18:07 6:33 17:56 6:48 17:56 7:13 18:15 7:15 17:38 6:38 18:17
6 6:44 18:07 6:33 17:57 6:48 17:56 7:13 18:16 7:15 17:39 6:38 18:18
7 6:44 18:08 6:33 17:57 6:48 17:57 7:14 18:16 7:15 17:40 6:39 18:18
8 6:44 18:09 6:34 17:58 6:48 17:57 7:14 18:17 7:15 17:41 6:39 18:19
9 6:44 18:09 6:34 17:58 6:49 17:58 7:14 18:18 7:15 17:42 6:40 18:19
10 6:45 18:10 6:34 17:59 6:49 17:59 7:14 18:18 7:15 17:42 6:40 18:20
11 6:45 18:10 6:34 18:00 6:49 17:59 7:14 18:19 7:15 17:43 6:40 18:20
12 6:45 18:11 6:35 18:00 6:49 18:00 7:14 18:20 7:15 17:44 6:40 18:21
13 6:45 18:11 6:35 18:01 6:49 18:00 7:15 18:20 7:15 17:45 6:41 18:21
14 6:46 18:12 6:35 18:01 6:49 18:01 7:15 18:21 7:15 17:46 6:41 18:22
15 6:46 18:12 6:35 18:02 6:49 18:02 7:15 18:22 7:15 17:46 6:41 18:22
16 6:46 18:13 6:35 18:02 6:50 18:02 7:15 18:22 7:15 17:47 6:41 18:23
17 6:46 18:14 6:36 18:03 6:50 18:03 7:15 18:23 7:15 17:48 6:42 18:23
18 6:46 18:14 6:36 18:03 6:50 18:03 7:15 18:24 7:14 17:49 6:42 18:24
19 6:46 18:15 6:36 18:04 6:50 18:04 7:15 18:24 7:14 17:50 6:42 18:24
20 6:46 18:15 6:36 18:04 6:50 18:05 7:15 18:25 7:14 17:50 6:42 18:24
21 6:46 18:16 6:36 18:05 6:50 18:05 7:15 18:25 7:14 17:51 6:42 18:25
22 6:46 18:16 6:36 18:05 6:50 18:06 7:15 18:26 7:13 17:52 6:42 18:25
23 6:46 18:17 6:36 18:06 6:50 18:06 7:15 18:27 7:13 17:53 6:43 18:26
24 6:46 18:17 6:36 18:06 6:49 18:07 7:14 18:27 7:13 17:54 6:43 18:26
25 6:46 18:18 6:36 18:07 6:49 18:08 7:14 18:28 7:12 17:55 6:43 18:26
26 6:46 18:18 6:36 18:07 6:49 18:08 7:14 18:28 7:12 17:55 6:43 18:27
27 6:46 18:19 6:36 18:08 6:49 18:09 7:14 18:29 7:12 17:56 6:43 18:27
28 6:46 18:19 6:36 18:08 6:49 18:09 7:14 18:30 7:11 17:57 6:43 18:28
29 6:46 18:19 6:36 18:09 6:49 18:10 7:14 18:30 7:11 17:58 6:43 18:28
30 6:46 18:20 6:36 18:09 6:49 18:10 7:13 18:31 7:10 17:59 6:43 18:28
31 6:46 18:20 6:35 18:10 6:48 18:11 7:13 18:31 7:10 18:00 6:43 18:29
All times are in local time for the respective cities

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3 Dr. Balamurali Krishna

7 Energising Ceremonies for

23 How is this Year

HOW MARS CAUSES

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Prolonged Venus Transit

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Venus is placed in the 8th

Saturn, Moon and Ketu

these three planets Saturn, Moon and Ketu.

M.S. Subbbulakshmi, it is noted

then Saturn in transit.

Similarly in the horoscope of Semmangudi R.Sreenivasa Iyer, the planets

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In the horoscope of Nityashree

Muthuswami Dikshitar was a great poet-composer whose chart too indicated

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Energising Ceremonies for

T emples are maintained within the guidelines of Scriptures such as

Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, Frisco, USA

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Divisional chart Moon (Mahadasa Lord) Rahu (Antardasa Lord)

January - April 2017

This period will showcase a lack of performance by government. While

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May to July 2017

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July to October 2017

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October to December 2017

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Introduction forecasting has advanced significantly in recent years.

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A Guide to using Chara Karakas in

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Mars indicator of children in his chart, is the only

year. So despite his Moon with Ketu in Scorpio, and his

the second house and the Sun-Rahu conjunction makes his

be denied. It is hard to see how he can lose, in retrospect.

Trump was concluding his Rahu dasa about a week

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How is this Year for You?

Rahu enters Cancer, and Ketu enters Capricorn on 14th September.

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T he much awaited relief has come to you, from

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May/Jun: You may receive favors from govern-

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Y our efforts will meet the results in the last

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T hough the 3rd house Jupiter makes your

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Y our career may bring you a special opportu-

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