Recommendations for foundational books on Vedic astrology, including classics and modern interpretations.
Here are some foundational books that cover both the classical and modern aspects of Vedic astrology, along with the names of their authors and publications:
Main features of Vrahatparashar hora shastra, and predictive power of astrology
“Vrahat Parashara Hora Shastra” refers to an ancient text attributed to Sage Parashara, a renowned sage and one of the primary contributors to the field of Vedic astrology. The text is considered a foundational work in Vedic astrology and provides detailed principles and guidelines for astrological calculations and interpretations. Here are some of the main…
Chart for Var and its deity and its significance for religious observance
Here’s a chart showing the days of the week (Var), their ruling deities, and their significance for religious observances: Var Ruling Deity Significance for Religious Observance Sunday Surya (Sun God) Devoted to Sun worship, performing Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation), seeking blessings for vitality and spiritual illumination Monday Chandra (Moon God) Observing fasts, performing Moon-related rituals,…
Chart of 11 Karana and is the auspiciousness of activities
Here’s a chart showing the 11 Karanas and their auspiciousness for activities: Karana Auspicious Activities Bava Auspicious for starting new ventures, seeking blessings for success, financial transactions, spiritual practices Balava Suitable for introspection, meditation, self-reflection, and spiritual practices Kaulava Auspicious for business activities, trade, financial transactions, seeking blessings for material prosperity Taitila Suitable for introspection,…
Chart for 27 Yoga and its auspiciousness of activities
Here’s a chart showing the 27 Panchang Yogas and their auspiciousness for activities: Yoga Auspicious Activities Vishkambha Starting new ventures, important decisions, spiritual practices, travel Priti Marriage, romance, social gatherings, creative pursuits, celebrations Ayushman Health-related activities, healing rituals, fitness endeavors, seeking blessings for well-being Saubhagya Auspicious ceremonies, starting new projects, seeking blessings for success and…
Chart for auspicious and restricted activities for muhurta of all the nakshatras
Here’s a chart showing the auspicious and restricted activities for the muhurta (auspicious timing) of each Nakshatra: Nakshatra Auspicious Activities Restricted Activities Ashwini Starting new projects, traveling, taking initiatives, medical treatments, buying vehicles or animals, marriage, spiritual practices Avoid surgeries, cutting nails or hair, starting legal disputes, consuming alcohol or non-vegetarian food Bharani Performing ceremonies,…
