Vedic Astrology

Vedic Astrology (Jyotish Shastra)

  • Module 1: Introduction to Vedic Astrology

    1. History and Foundations of Vedic Astrology

    • Brief history of astrology in India

    • Introduction to Maharishi Parashara and his contributions

    • Overview of the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra

    1. Basic Terminology in Astrology

    • Rashi (Zodiac signs)

    • Graha (Planets)

    • Nakshatras (Constellations)

    • Bhavas (Houses)

    • Varga (Divisional charts)

    Module 2: Zodiac Signs (Rashis)

    1. Characteristics of the 12 Zodiac Signs

    • Aries to Pisces: Traits, ruling planets, and characteristics

    • Elemental classification (fire, earth, air, water)

    • Modalities (cardinal, fixed, mutable)

    • Gender and polarity of signs

    1. Lordship of Zodiac Signs

    • Planetary rulership over signs

    • Exaltation, debilitation, and Mooltrikona of planets

    Module 3: Planets (Grahas)

    1. Characteristics and Significance of the Nine Planets

    • Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu

    • Benefic and malefic classification

    • Nature and behavior of planets in different houses

    1. Planetary Strength (Shadbala)

    • Positional, directional, and time-based strength of planets

    • Detailed calculation of Shadbala

    1. Planetary Aspects (Drishti)

    • Special aspects of planets like Mars, Saturn, Jupiter

    • Full and partial aspects

    Module 4: Nakshatras (Lunar Mansions)

    1. Overview of the 27 Nakshatras

    • Classification and characteristics

    • Role in predictive astrology

    • Nakshatra Padas and their significance

    1. Planetary Associations with Nakshatras

    • Lordship of Nakshatras

    • Role of Nakshatras in planetary placements and timing events

    Module 5: Bhavas (Houses)

    1. Introduction to the Twelve Houses

    • Significance and meaning of each house (1st to 12th)

    • Bhava Karakas (significators) of each house

    • Houses related to wealth, relationships, career, etc.

    1. Special House Groupings

    • Trikona, Kendra, Upachaya, Dusthana, Maraka, Moksha houses

    • Impact of planets in different houses

    Module 6: Divisional Charts (Vargas)

    1. Introduction to Divisional Charts

    • Importance of divisional charts for fine-tuning predictions

    • Calculation and use of Navamsa (D9), Dasamsa (D10), Shastiamsa (D60), etc.

    1. Interpreting Divisional Charts

    • How to use divisional charts to assess career, marriage, wealth, etc.

    • Rules for interpreting strength and dignity of planets in Vargas

    Module 7: Yogas in Parashari Astrology

    1. Overview of Major Yogas

    • Dhan Yoga, Raja Yoga, Arishta Yoga, Daridra Yoga, Vipreet Raj Yoga, etc.

    • Planetary combinations forming yogas and their effects

    1. Pancha Maha Purusha Yogas

    • Detailed understanding of Ruchaka, Bhadra, Hamsa, Malavya, and Shasha Yogas

    1. Other Important Yogas

    • Gaja-Kesari, Chandra-Mangala, Neecha-Bhanga, and Kaal Sarpa Yoga

    Module 8: Dashas (Planetary Periods)

    1. Introduction to Vimshottari Dasha System

    • Importance of the Vimshottari Dasha system

    • Calculation of Dasha periods

    • Mahadasha, Antardasha, and Pratyantar Dasha

    1. Interpretation of Dashas

    • Timing of events using Dashas

    • Significance of planets and houses activated during a Dasha period

    Module 9: Transits (Gochara)

    1. Planetary Transits and Their Effects

    • Principles of planetary transits and their timing

    • Transit effects based on Moon sign and Ascendant

    • Role of slow-moving planets (Saturn, Jupiter, Rahu/Ketu)

    1. Saturn’s Transit (Sade Sati and Dhaiya)

    • Understanding and interpreting Sade Sati periods

    • Remedies for Sade Sati and Dhaiya

    Module 10: Aspects of Predictive Astrology

    1. Analyzing a Horoscope for Key Life Areas

    • Career, Marriage, Health, Wealth, and Education

    • Techniques for predicting specific events (birth of children, property gains, etc.)

    1. Timing of Events

    • Combining Dashas and transits to time events

    • Use of Ashtakavarga for timing specific results

    Module 11: Remedies in Vedic Astrology

    1. Types of Astrological Remedies

    • Mantras, yantras, gemstones, donations, fasts, and prayers

    1. Remedies for Strengthening Weak Planets

    • Practical methods to strengthen benefic planets and neutralize malefic effects

    1. Remedies for Yogas and Doshas

    • Remedies for specific Yogas like Kaal Sarpa Yoga, Manglik Dosha, etc.

    Module 12: Advanced Parashari Techniques

    1. Understanding and Applying Arudha Lagna

    • How Arudha Lagna reflects the perceived reality of an individual

    1. Upapada Lagna and Marriage Predictions

    • Use of Upapada Lagna to predict relationships and marriage outcomes

    1. Chara Karakas and Jaimini Techniques in Parashari System

    • Introduction to Chara Karakas and their role in predictions

    Module 13: Practical Chart Reading

    1. Case Studies and Real-life Examples

    • Step-by-step approach to reading a horoscope

    • Application of all principles in real-life scenarios

    1. Predictive Techniques

    • Combining Dashas, Transits, and Yogas to make accurate predictions

    Module 14: Ethics in Astrology

    1. Responsibilities of an Astrologer

    • Ethical considerations in providing astrological guidance

    • Managing sensitive topics like health, death, and personal issues

    Additional Resources

    • Reference to classical texts like Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Jataka Parijata, Phaladeepika, and others

    This course outline ensures a solid foundation in Parashari astrology and prepares students for practical chart reading and predictive astrology.