2-Importance of Nakshatra

[From Indian and Western Astrology] [read Vedh Star]

Nakshatra can change all predictions which we get from Raashi. Nakshatra are huge electromagnetic bodies radiating energy into space, thus having lot of influence. Nakshatra in which the Moon is placed at time of birth is called Janma Nakshatra. Nakshatra describe how a planet is acting, his inner nature, purpose etc. Nakshatra lordship of planet has a lot to say about the functioning of the planet, eg is Mercury is in the Nakshatra of Jupiter (Nakshatra lordship of Mercury is Jupiter), Mercury will bless him with lot of intelligence (as Jupiter is Kaarak for intelligence). Most famous Vinshottareey Dashaa system is based on Nakshatra. To your question, Tara Bal relates the Janma Nakshatra (natal birth start) to the transiting Moon i.e. to check what will the day look like for today for you, check today's Nakshatra and find its relationship with your Janma Nakshatra. There is a dictum listing down this relationship like if today's Nakshatra is 9th from your Janma Nakshatra, today is very favorable to you (to write exams - best day) or if today's Nakshatra is 3rd from your Janma Nakshatra, it is not auspicious day as it has the potential to cause loss, accidents etc. In view of the above, for Muhurta, Moon / Nakshatra plays very important role.

Taaraa Bal see also Taaraa Balam...

You must have heard of Taaraa Bal. Who was Taaraa? And what is her Power? Taaraa was the wife of Brihaspati. Our Pandit recite the Mantra for auspicious occasions, "Taaraa Balam Chandra Balam Tathaiv, Vidyaa Balam, Daiv Balam Tathaiv, Om Lakshmee Pathate, angriyugam Smaraami Taaraa told there is for the "Star of the Day" on which this Mantra is recited. Taaraa, eife of Brihaspati, was a force of attraction (Balam) like magnetic pull. That is why, Moon abducted her, lived along with her, ensued war for years, had a son Budh from her and just for fearing curse from Brhmaa Jee returned her to Brihaspati Jee. Similarly for Brihaspati also, he had two wives even after loosing Taaraa and a son through the second wife Mamataa - Kach, still he wanted Taaraa back and ensued war for years. Finally even after knowing that she was impregnated, it was an insignificant

matter to Brihaspati. He wanted Taaraa. So this must have been due to some attractive force with her. In astrology Budh (Mercury) is considered the Number One enemy, while the Moon does not consider him so. --So if placement of Budh is in Kark (Cancer) Raashi which is Moon's own Raashi, Budh will have least power and thus the native's intelligence could be low. It is a general statement. --If a person has strong Budh in Lagna, all his intelligence is found wavering in nature. This is by observation. How does a Nakshatra play an important role in persons life? Nakshatra are lunar mansions and they have certain qualities and the have a lordship of a planet and also sub lords etc.. The lord and Sub-lord planets assert an influence on the Nakshatra (and planet in that Nakshatra) e.g. mars in Aries will give generally good results (being own house), but the results are modified by the Nakshatra it is placed in. In Aries it can be in Ashwinee, Bharanee or Krittikaa, whose lords are Ketu, Venus and Moon respectively. Does a Nakshatra for a person is always lucky for him? I mean to say if a person needs to carry a new task or an important task like taking board exams, if they take it when the Moon is in their Raashi (eventually in their Nakshatra Pad) would it prove better for the results? There are 27 Nakshatra, and they are divided into 9 groups with the Moon Nakshatra as your first or Janam Nakshatra. These are arranged as per the natural sequence they occur in Raashi etc and the 10th and 19th Nakshatra will fall under first group. These 9 groups of 3 Nakshatra each are deemed as auspicious/ inauspicious, helpful etc for the native. So the Nakshatra that are lucky, will always be lucky for the native throughout his life? Nakshatra also have certain qualities and certain activities are more auspicious when taken in these Nakshatra eg for endings or termination Revatee Nakshatra etc is good, but for new beginnings, Ashwinee Nakshatra is good. You can also look at Nakshatra falling in the 6th group of Nakshatra (of the 9 groups) that will give Saadhanaa or achievement to the native (see Taaraa, and Saadhanaa Taaraa). So there will be 3 Nakshatra in this group. and whenever the Moon transits these, it will give success.

Does the Nakshatra play any importance in Muhoort science? Nakshatra are essential in Muhoort charts. As eg I will give you the planetary transit for today, where the Moon transits Revatee Nakshatra and later into Ashwinee Nakshatra and its respective indications. Auspicious activities in Revatee Initiating all activities of a positive nature; Business activities and financial dealings; Anything involving exchange of goods; Good for marriage & sexual activity; Religious rituals; All kinds of traveling; Good for dealing with gemstones (putting them on for the first time etc.); Buying cars, homes and other valuable goods; Creative activities like music, drama etc.; Good for kind, charitable and soft activities; Learning, especially spiritual or occult; Healing and treatment of diseases; Rest and relaxation; Good for leisure activities like gardening; Good for completion of all types (putting the final touches on things). Inauspicious activities in Revatee: All activities requiring harshness and boldness should be avoided. Not good for overcoming difficulties, obstructions, enmity or calamities; Not good for negative, sharp actions like surgery; Not good for strenuous activities of any kind like mountain climbing. The last two quarters of this Nakshatra should be avoided for beginnings of all kinds. Auspicious activities in Ashwinee Good for all types, of beginnings and initiations, especially those involving learning new things; Laying foundation stones; Taking medicines; Good for all healing, rejuvenation and exercise; Good for improving physical appearance, self improvement on other levels, and age prevention techniques; Good for all activities requiring quickness of thought and action; Equine related activities; Favorable for buying or selling; Traveling; Repairing vehicles or machinery of any kind; Putting on clothes & jewelry; Planting seeds; Learning astrology and other Spiritual, occult sciences; Especially good for installing sacred items such as altars, statues, temples etc.; Legal activities; Favorable for taking up a new name. **The first Pad of this Nakshatra can be avoided for performing activities in general. Inauspicious activities in Ashwinee. Unfavorable for marriage; All kinds of endings; All kinds of activities requiring patience and perseverance; Sexual activity; Not good for activities which are heavy on the emotional plane; intoxication; Not good for completions of any kind.

Chandramaa (Moon)-2: Why Chandramaa Wanes and Waxes?

Prajaapati Daksh had many daughters, so he married 27 of them to Chandramaa and asked him to love his all daughters equally. But among his 27 wives, Rohinee was more lovable to him, so he loved more than others. When other daughters noticed this first they expressed it to Chandramaa, but when he did not pay much attention to it, they complained about this to their father Daksh. Daksh again warned Chandramaa to treat all his wives equally, but he didn't listen to and continued to love Rohinee more than others. When Daksh repeatedly warned him about this, and Chandramaa repeatedly ignored him, Daksh cursed him to "lose his all splendor and be ill with tuberculosis". Hearing this Chandramaa got very sad and asked for Daksh's forgiveness. Daksh said - "My words cannot go lie." Then Chandramaa prayed Shiv Jee and pleased him. Shiv then relaxed Daksh's curse into 15 days of waxing and 15 days of waning. Since then Chandramaa has been waxing and waning for 15 days each. Pleased with this Chandramaa built a gold temple in Prabhaas Kshetra - Somnaath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotir Ling. Later Raavan built it in silver.

Cause of Lunar Eclipse

Shukraachaarya is the Guru of Daitya. Once he did severe penance for Shiv Jee, and asked a Mantra to revive the dead. Thus he obtained the Manthra called - Mrit Sanjeevanee Mantra because it could give life even to a dead. Shukraachaarya Jee used this Mantra to revive the dead Daitya in the Devaasur Sangraam. So in the battles between Devtaa and Daitya, Devtaa were dying and Daitya were getting revived outnumbering Devtaa. Brihaspati Jee, Dev Guru, did not know any such Mantra. The situation was alarming and Devtaa approached Vishnu Jee for a solution as usual. Vishnu Jee suggested them to obtain nectar by churning milky ocean. By consuming even a little nectar Devtaa could be immortal and then there was no question of dying. But the task was not so simple. Finally it was decided to get the help of Daitya also who could do hard works, and share nectar with them in exchange. They churned the sea using Vaasuki Naag as the rope, Mandar Mountain as the churning rod, the churning started. Daitya held the head portion of Vasuki and Devtaa the tail. During churning many things appeared. After Lakshmee, God Dhanvantari appeared from the sea carrying a nectar pot in one hand and a book of Aayur Ved in his second hand. Daitya were powerful,

so they snatched the nectar pot from Dhanvantari and ran away. Seeing this Vishnu appeared as Mohinee, took the nectar pot from Daitya's hands and started distributing nectar to Devtaa and liquor to Daitya. Raahu Daitya was noticing this so he came and sat between Chandra and Soorya assuming the form of a Devtaa. Mohinee gave the nectar to him also, but as soon as he drank it, Soorya and Chandra recognized him and Chandra gave a signal to Mohinee. Immediately Mohinee took out Her Chakra and cut his neck, but by that time he had already drank nectar, so his both parts did not die, rather they both became immortal. Since then Raahu developed the enmity with Chandra and Soorya and he seeks the opportunity to eat them. He gets it on Amaavasyaa Day (New Moon Day) to eat Soorya and on Poornimaa day (Full Moon Day) to eat Chandra - commonly called Solar Eclipse and Lunar Eclipse. Raahu moves always in a path opposing Moon. Due to fear of Raahu opposing, Moon moves quickly, mostly without coming under his eyes. Raahu moves slowly knowing "Slow and steady" is a better way to get opposing Moon. The purpose of Raahu is to keep the Moon slightly frightened. When Raahu recollects, the old incidents, he does make a careful watch on Moon and stops him and tries to keep him in his mouth, but after some time he releases him. This period is called Grahan (eclipse). When Raahu is very angry the period is more for the eclipse. Raahu is normally very angry with Moon. Since the Sun also favored Moon in telling about Raahu's disguise, but kept quiet, his enmity is less with the Sun. Hence there are only one or two Solar Eclipses for short duration.

Taraa Balam Chandra Balam Tathaiv

After being appointed by Brahmaa Jee as the in charge of all herbs and trees, Chandramaa was in his all fames, so he decided to conduct a big Yagya and all Devtaa were invited including Dev Guru Brihaspati. Brihaspati Jee had three wives by name Shubhaa, Mamataa and Taaraa. Of the three Taaraa appeared much more handsome and impressive and Chandramaa felt to take Taaraa with him to the Yagya. Taaraa was actively and impressively participating in the Yagya keeping her appearance at her best. Seeing her Chandramaa got very much attracted towards her and finally he abducted her. Brihaspati Jee asked Chandramaa to return his wife to him, but he was not ready to give her back to Brihaspati Jee. Guru asked many times, requested through mediators and finding no reaction of Chandramaa, a war was started between them. It continued for years. No end of war was in sight from either side.

Finally Brahmaa Jee had to intervene to end this and ordered Chandramaa to return Taaraa to Brihaspati. Chandramaa had to heed to Brahma's orders, as at this stage, he smelled bad consequences if not obeyed him; so he coolly returned Taaraa and Taaraa joined Guru back and Guru was also happy to get her back. Now Taaraa had already conceived from Chandramaa by the time she came back to Guru. In due course she delivered a son. He was very shiny and intelligent so Brahmaa Jee named him Budh and on asking whose son he was, Taaraa kept mum, then the child said - "Why don't you tell him the truth." Then Taaraa told Brahmaa Jee that he was Chandramaa's son. So Budh came to be known as Chandramaa's son. Whatever the different interpretations, the most logical interpretation is that Chandramaa had already 27 wives and Guru had already two wives, then why Chandramaa desired Taaraa specifically and why did Guru also want her specifically? Maybe because she had some sort of force or Power (Bal), that is why Chandramaa also desired her and Guru also wanted her back.

Chandramaa's Effect on Prithvi

Surprisingly Chandramaa's effect on Earth is very visible. Who doesn't know that he causes low tide on Amaavasyaa (No Moon) day and high tide on Poornimaa (Full Moon) day. The Moon attracts the sea water to itself causing tides and the Sun hinders the action of Moon in lowering the tides. Tides are caused by the gravitational pulls of the Sun and the Moon. The Sun's influence on tides is less than half that of the Moon, because the Sun is too far away. Sharad Poornimaa (Poornimaa normally falling in October (Aashwin Poornimaa) is the day when Chandramaa rains Amrit (nectar and people keep sweets made from milk under its bright light to collect that Amrit in those sweets and eat them the next morning. There are some festivals also on which women break their fast after seeing Chandramaa, such as Karavaa Chauth.

Legend Has That the Moon and the Sun Were Equally Bright?
As mythology goes, the Sun and the Moon were originally equally bright. But the gods did not think this was a good idea, so they took a hare and threw it at the face of the Moon. The hare struck the Moon and made a dark blotch that dimmed the Moon's brightness, but it sure could not take away its mystery.

Karavaa Chauth Vrat

Kaarttik Krishn 4th

Karavaa Chauth (Karak Chauth) falls on Kaarttik Krishn Chaturthee. This Vrat or fast or day is observed by married women (Suhaagin) for ensuring wedded bliss and wishing long life for their husbands and children. A married woman who observes this Vrat is called Saubhaagyavatee (joyous and happy state of wifehood). On this occasion, a Kalash (small container) is filled with either milk or water. In that Kalash is placed Panch Ratn (five pieces of different metals gold, silver, copper, brass and iron). The Kalash is then presented to a Braahman and also exchanged with other married women. While thus presenting the Kalash, a wishful prayer is offered to Lord Ganesh - "Let the offerings of this Karavaa (Karak) gift bring long life to my husband and may my Saubhaagya be everlasting". And express such desire that "May my death precede that of my husband so that I can enter the Chitaa (funeral pyre) as a bride (not as a widow). This Kathaa (narrative) first took place between Shiv and Paarvatee. Shiv told Paarvatee about the significance of Karavaa Chauth Vrat. In Dwaapar Yug, Draupadee asked Lord Krishn about the Vrat of Karavaa Chauth. Thereafter, the very first time this Vrat was observed in the town of Shukraprasth by Veeravatee, the daughter of Vedsharma and Leelavati. Ever since this Vrat has been observed by married women till the present day. On the occasion of Karavaa Chauth, fasting (Vrat) is observed. In the evening, after taking a bath, under a banyan tree (or in the absence of such tree, draw a picture of such tree) place Moorti or pictures of Shiv, Paarvatee, Ganesh and Kaarttikeya and do Poojaa ceremony (Shodashopachaar or sixteen step Poojaa ceremony). When the Moon has risen, they do Chandra Darshan from behind the Chhalanee (sieve), worship him, then see the face of their husband and touch his feet. Only after that they can take water and eat the food. On this day in some families Baayanaa is also given to appropriate person along with some money. If the husband is present, then worship him with Panchopachaar or Gandh, Pushp, Dhoop, Deep and Naivedya (perfume, flower, incense, lamp and food). If the husband is away on travels, then offer a prayer to Almighty to grant long life to your husband. Thereafter bring the Vrat to its conclusion.

Its origin goes to Mahaabhaarat times. When Arjun went to Neelgiri Parvat, Paandav had to face lots of difficulties. Draupadee was very sad seeing them in so much difficulty, so she remembered Krishn and expressed her concern. Krishn told her to observe Karavaa Chauth referring her to Paarvatee. Paarvatee had also observed this fast for her husband Shiv Jee. Married women observe it by praying for Saubhaagya, acquire Saubhaagya, progeny and lasting prosperity.

Story For Karavaa Chauth

The following story is told and heard at the time of Poojaa : There was a girl who had seven brothers. All the seven brothers used to love her very much because she was their only little sister. They could not see her in any kind of grief and sorrow. When she grew up into a fine young woman, she was married in a nearby village. After her marriage, on the day of her first Karavaa Chauth she came home to celebrate it. She with her all seven sisters-in-law observed the fast. Because she was a very beloved sister of her seven brothers, all the brothers kept asking her as when she will take the food. They came to know that she can eat only after the Chandra Darshan, and the Moon will rise very late. Out of love, one brother brought a good heap of hay, the second brother carried it and climbed on a tree; the third brother set the fire to it; her fourth brother brought a Chhalanee to show her the Moon; the fifth brother rushed to call her for Chandra Darshan. Their mother said - "It is very early, how come that the Moon has risen so early? There is something wrong." But when that girl came outside she also saw the Moon rising, so she got convinced. She called her sisters-in-law also to worship the Moon, but they said, "You are the beloved sister of seven brothers, so this is your Moon. Our Moon will rise late in the evening." Brothers insisted her sister to do Poojaa, so she did. After the Poojaa, she sat for her meal. As she started taking her food, a piece of hair came with the first bite, second time she started taking her food, somebody sneezed, and when she started third time a messenger came from her husband's house, saying that her husband was very ill and he has come to take her with him. She left her food as it was, and rushed to her home. After reaching home she found her husband was lying pricked with many needles in his whole body. He was lying senseless. She wept and wept. After some time the Moon rose, her sisters-in-law came one by one to give her Baayanaa saying, "Lo Suhaagan Baayana lo, Bhaiyon kee pyaaree Baayana lo".

When her eldest sister-in-law came, she asked her the remedy of her sorrow. She said, "Ask the next one". When the next one came, she also said the same to her, "Ask the next one". Thus all her sisters-in-law passed one by one saying "Ask the next one" but no one told her anything. When her youngest sister-in-law came, she held her feet tight and said, "I will not let you go until you tell me the remedy." The sister-in-law said, "Sister, now you serve your husband for one full year. Take out one needle everyday from his body. When the next Karavaa Chauth comes, you do your fast sincerely, he will be all right." She did the same for one full year, but on the last day, on the day of Karavaa Chauth, when he was about to wake up, she fell sleep. She was so hungry and tired. Her maid servant was also very beautiful, when her husband woke up he saw the maid servant and thought she was his wife. The maid servant could not say no. After a while when the real wife woke up, she saw that their maid had taken her place. She pleaded her husband that she was his real wife and she served him so sincerely for one full year, and now he does not recognize her. Although it took some time but at last she was able to convince him. God should protect all the husbands for all wives. On this day normally any work which involves any thing with a sharp needle such as sewing or knitting etc are prohibited.

Sharad Poornimaa
Aashwin Poornimaa

Sharad Poornimaa is celebrated on Aashwin Poornimaa. It is believed that on this night the Moon showers the cool nectar of peace along with the eternal nourishing power on the earth. It makes the mind peaceful and reduces the effect of Pitta, one should acquire this important moonlight on this night. Ved Vyaas Jee has described the night of Sharad Poornimaa as the night of the Raasotsav (Raas celebrations) of the incarnation of Krishn on the Earth in Bhaagvat Puraan's 10th Skandh, , because unlike the Moon showering the cool nectar Krishn too, showered Bhakti Ras' on the Earth. This day is celebrated with full enthusiasm in Brij. It is also believed to be the day of manifestation of Swaamee Kaarttikeya.

On this day Pohaa (Chivadaa, or puffed rice, or beaten rice, or parched rice) made from new rice along with Kheer, are prepared and left in the moonlight between 9 pm and 12 pm for overnight and then are eaten the next morning. Gold ornaments are also placed in the pot in which the Kheer is cooked. One should never add raisins in any of the milk preparations, though cashew nuts and Charoli (Chiraunjee) can be added. The Prasaad thus prepared should be taken after the Satsang and performing Poojaa, Jap, Dhyaan with the feeling of gaining good health, self cool and prosperity. White puffed rice, white milk, white sugar and also the moonlight being all white in color. hence this occasion can also be called "Dhawal Utsav" where Dhaval means white. The Moon is at the closest point to the Earth on this day and its bright rays have their own curative properties. The rays fall on the food or drinks that are consumed, and help in curing the disorder of Pitta and avoid many other trivial diseases and makes the body healthy. As the Lord says : Pushnaami Cha Aushadhi : Sarvaa Somo Bhootwaa Rasaatmak I provide strength to the medicines in the form of Moon. Moon represents calmness in the spiritual form, It is not that there were no problems in the life of Krishn, in fact the Lord faced problems from the very moment of His birth. Raam enjoyed only pleasures in life this is also untrue, He was exiled at the time of his coronation, but still he was calm, and did not lose His patience. Sharad Poornimaa is also known as "Kojaagaree Poonam", the festival is celebrated on Asauj (Aashwin) Shuddh 15 - Poornimaa. Lakshmee, the goddess of wealth moves around in the night sky, asking "Ko jaagrati", searching for people below who are awake. "Ko jaagarti" means, "Who is awake?" And to those who are awake she gifts wealth.

Origin of the Festival:

(1) The Sanatkumaar Sanhitaa cites the story of "Kojaagari Poonam". In the Sanhitaa, Baalkhilyaadi Rishi narrates that in ancient times, a poor Braahman named Valit lived in Magadh Desh - Bangaal. While he was a learned and virtuous man, his wife reveled in quarreling, behaving totally opposite to his wishes. Once on his fathers Shraaddh, she flung the Pind ball of wheat flour - in a sewage pit, rather than the sacred Gangaa, as

custom required. This infuriated Valit. Therefore he renounced home to search for wealth. In the forests, he met some Naag Kanyaa (girls of Kaaliya Naags ancestry). These Naag Kanyaa had performed the Kojaagaree Vrat - staying awake on Asauj Shuddh Poonam. They then sat gambling with Valit. Valit lost everything. At that moment, Vishnu and His consort Lakshmee, happened to pass by. Since Valit had incidentally observed the Kojaagaree Vrat, Lakshmee Jee graced him handsomeness similar to that of Kaam Dev - the deity of love. Now attracted to him, the Naag Kanyaa married Valit and gifted him their riches. He then returned home with the riches, whence his wife received him warmly. After this episode, the Sanhita declared that those who remain awake on this Poonam will be graced with wealth. (2) On this night, Krishn invited his faithful devotees, the Gopee of Vrindaa Van, to play the Mahaa Raas (traditional folk-dance) with Him. They had earned his grace by overlooking societys disdain on them (Lok Laaj), to offer Him unalloyed devotion. Pleased with such immutable love for Him, Krishn initiated the Mahaa Raas, by assuming as many forms as there were Gopee. Jayati te-dhikam janmanaa vrajah .. (Bhaagvat Puraan, 10/31/1) Describing the "Leelaa" in the Bhaagvat (10/30/25), Shuk Dev Jee narrates to king Pareekshit: "O Parikshit, Of all nights, that night of Sharad Poonam became the most resplendent. With the Gopee, Krishn roamed the banks of the Yamunaa, as if imprisoning everyone in his Leelaa. One should remain vigilant at the gateway to God, not letting any mundane objects through. Every moment in our lives requires vigilance and this in itself becomes a subtle form of Tapas - austerity. Those who performed severe austerities without vigilance, succumbed to Maayaa. Vishwaamitra performed austerities for 60,000 years, but lost Jaagriti - vigilance - in Menakaas company. Similarly, lack of vigilance toppled Saubhari Rishi, Shringee, Paraashar and others too. Just as the night sky of Sharad Poornimaa is clear and suffused with lunar resplendence, the aspirant should similarly endeavor to purify his Antahkaran. For this he has to eradicate body-consciousness and mundane desires and imbibe Brahm-consciousness, in order to incessantly experience Par-Brahm. (Geetaa 18/54, Shikshapatri 116). For this the aspirant needs to seek the Gunaateet Saadhu, who is the gateway to Moksh (the Lord), as proclaimed in the Bhaagvat (3/29/20):

Prasangamajaram paashamaatmanaha kavayo viduhu, Sa eva saadhushu krato moksha dwaaram apaavratam. Means, the sages decree that if a Jeev who is deeply attached to his body and bodily relatives, if similarly attaches himself to the Gunaateet Saadhu, the doors of Moksh will be opened for him.

TIMING ACCURATE EVENTS WITH VIMSHOTTRI DASA BEPIN BEHARI

Dasa systems work very precisely. No astrological prediction is meaningful unless the same is synchronized with such a dasa system. The unique feature of Indian System of astrological prediction is its quality of precision in revealing the periodic ups and downs in the course of an individuals life. The natal chart shows the potential. The order of events is described under Dasa and Mahadasa system. It is only on the basis of this system that the astrologer can indicate whether the inherent potential of any planet can actually fructify during the course of anyone's life.The ancient seers have indicated various planetary orders which bring different planets in prominence at different periods during the course of ones life. But they have not given the clues or the rationale for this order. They have assigned the course of these planets to be completed within certain number of years and within this total they have given different years of ruler ship to planets all of which are not equal. The reason of the total number of years of the cyclic duration, the sequence of planetary rulerships as well as the periods of their rulership is still a well guarded secret which is not known. Nonetheless, these Dasa systems work remarkably precisely and no astrological predictions is meaningful unless the same is synchronised with such a system. Parashar has mentioned ten of these system as very important. They are known as Vimsottari, Ashtottari, Sodashottari, Dwasashottari, Panchottari, Shatshama, Chaturshityabda, Dwisaptatisama, Khastyabda and Sattrisadvatsara. Besides these, he also noted that there were several astrologers who also take into consideration Kala Dasa, Chakra Dasa and Kala Chakra Dasa. Parashara was also aware of several other systems of these planetary periodicity but he did not consider them very reliable...... The applicability of various Dasa systems in any specific individual depends upon time, place and the special planetary combinations present in the horoscope. The details of these factors are not generally available though some astrologers are found to apply a few of these Dasa Systems according to their individual prediction. Vimsottari Dasa, in spite of such a large number of Dasa Systems existing in astrological treatises, at present remains the most popular and universally acceptable system which has been giving very precise results. The beginning of any planetary rulership in the case of an individual depends upon the Moons occupancy in a nakshatra, while the planetary rulership over different nakshatras begins with Sun as the ruler of Krittika and follows the same sequence throughout the nakshatra chain. Vimsottari Dasa is based on the position of Moon at the time of birth in a specific nakshatra. The period of rulership of any planet at the time of birth depends upon the rulership of the planet on the nakshatra. The sequence of rulership of these planets follows a particular order, the rationale of which is still not known. This order is as follows: Sun, Moon, Mars, Rahu, Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury, Ketu and Venus. The periodic rulership of the planets in any ones life, under this Dasa System also follows the same sequence. It implies that the beginning of any planetary rulership at the time of birth of an individual may be any one of these

planets but once this is determined, the following periods of rulership must adhere to this sequence. That is, if the initial rulership period starts, say, with Saturn, then the next Dasa Period would be that of Mercury followed by Ketu and so on; if the initial rulership begins with say, Mars, then the following Dasa period would be that of Rahu, followed by Jupiter and so on. The planetary sequence is the same in the case of planets rulership over different nakshatras. At birth under the Krittika nakshatra, that is, if the birth of the individual occurred when Moon was occupying Krittika nakshatra at the time of birth, the ruling planetary period would be that of Sun. Rohini follows Krittika, and any birth in Rohini nakshatra would have Moon as the ruling planet, and at Mrigashirsa that of Mars. The entire 27 nakshatras are divided in three rounds of planetary rulership each of these having the same sequence of planetary rulerships as indicated above. So the sequence of planetary rulership in the case of an individuals life as well as in the case of nakshatra rulership is the same: the beginning of any planetary rulership in the case of an individual depends upon the Moons occupancy in a nakshatra, while the planetary rulership over different nakshatras begins with Sun as the ruler of Krittika and follows the same sequence throughout the nakshatra chain. The total planetary rulership under Vimsottari Dasa amounts to 120 year while in Ashtottari it is equal to only 108 years which shows that the total duration is not uniform for every dasa system. The 120 years of total Vimsottari Dasa is allocated to different planets as follows : Sun 6 years; Moon 10 years; Mars 7 year; Rahu 18 years; Jupiter 16 years, Saturn 19 years; Mercury 17 years; Ketu 7 years; and Venus 20 years. These years of planetary rulerships according to some valid reason through the same is not know to us. An important point to note is the way of calculating the initial balance of a planet at birth. It has been indicated above that the rulership of any planet starts according to Moons placement in nakshatra. Each nakshatra consists of 13 20 of a sign of the zodiac. Aries starts with Ashwini nakshatra. It can, on the basis of information given above, be found out that this nakshtra is ruled by Ketu. It implies that a person born at the 0 of Aries which tantamount to 0 of Ashwini, and this portion of the sign of the zodiac is ruled by Ketu, will have the whole 7 years of Ketu at birth as balance to enjoy. The entire area of 0 0 of Aries to 13 20 of it which is under Ashwini is ruled by Ketu. But the individual may not be born at the very beginning of the asterism. The area already traversed and the remaining area yet to be covered by the Moon at birth will have to be taken into account for the determination of the period of Ketu yet to be enjoyed by the individual born. Assuming the individual was born when Moon was at 6 40of Aries that is, half-way through Ashwini, the Ketu balance at birth would be only 3 years and 6 months. Depending upon the distance yet to be covered by Moon in the asterism, the period has to be proportionately changed. Let us take another example. Assume that the Moon has gone further and is presently traversing Bharani which extends from 13 20of Aries to 26 40of the same sign. If there is another birth when Moon was at 16 40of this zodiac, then Venus would be the ruling planet and the distance between 13 20to 2640will have to be divided over 20 years which is the ruling period of Venus as against 7 years of Ketu. Moon at this new birth time has traversed only one fourth of the total distance, so only one fourth of its total rulership period has elapsed. This new born will have 15 years of Venus still to undergo after his or her birth.

IMPACT OF RAHU ON THE NAKSHATRAS OF PLANET According to BhgyaSamhita Astrology all planets have three Nakshatras and transit of planet in a Nakshatradecides its impact on a native. Here in this article I will discuss the impact of transition of Rahu on planets from Jupiter to Ketu. RELATION OF RAHU AND NAKSHATRAS OF JUPITER Astrology says that similar to all other planets Jupiter also has three Nakshatras: Punarvasu, Vishakha and Purvabhadrapada. A persons financial steadiness is strengthened even during the Dasha of Rahu if Jupiter is auspiciously placed and Rahu is located in any of the above Nakshatras. A personsearningsrises and he leads a happy family life. He or she can enjoy all knowing pleasures and receives acclamation in the society.

Vedic Astrology says that weakened Jupiter in a horoscope may causedisappointment and difficulties in work. It may be an indication of loss of wealth. The native having this arrangement in the horoscope may face needlesshumiliation and even a defeat. So the person should be more careful and take necessarily precautions. COMBINATION OF RAHU WITH NAKSHATRAS OF VENUS According to Vedic Astrology thegrouping of Venus and Rahu gives good results as they are considered as mutual friends. Vedic astrology says that Bharani, Purvaphalguni and Purvasadha are the nakshatras of Venus. If Rahu is placed in any one of these Nakshatras in its Dasha period then the person may get benefits from things related to Venus. His all substantial wishes are fulfilled. The person may own automobiles, expensive clothes and jewellery. Other girls may be fascinated to him and he will enjoy good relationships with them.On the other hand, a weakened Venus means more anxiety and sorrow. Astrologers say that the person may face damages and humiliation due to women. Ill-health and obstacles in work are common troubles the person may get. COMBINATION OF RAHU WITH NAKSHATRAS OF SATURN According to Vedic astrological principles Saturn and Rahu are both malefic planets and thus they are considered as the mutual friends. Pushya, Anuradha and Uttarabhadrapada are the nakshatras of Saturn. Location of Rahu in any of these Nakshatras in its illness period becomes as malefic as Saturn and will cause cast its impact on a native. The respective person may have physical troubles so the native may feel pain in bones. Repeated falling and ill health are some negative impacts of Rahu. The person may feel interested to non-vegetarian food. There may be a lot of troubles in married life. BhaygyaSamhita says things can deteriorate and it can cause a divorce. But an auspicious Saturn causes hard work with wealth and success as per astrologers. COMBINATION OF RAHU WITH ITS NAKSHATRAS According to Vedic Astrology Ardra, Swati and Shatavisha are considered as the Nakshatras of Rahu. Astrogers says that Rahu gives mental and physical problems to its native if it is situated in its own Nakshatra. A person may suffer from arthritis and have frequent falls and continuous tension in life.According to BhagyaSamhita Astrology malefic Rahu can create distance between native and hisspouce. Rahu in this place may cause needlessspending and insult in the society, friends and family. COMBINATION OF RAHU AND NAKSHATRAS OF KETU Vedic astrology says that Ketu is considered as a natural inauspicious planet like Rahu. Ashwini, Magha and Moola are the Nakshatras of Ketu. Astrologers say that if Rahu is placed in any one of these Nakshatras then its native may face several difficulties in life. The person may have bone diseases and there are chances of snake biting so native should be more careful. Astrologers say that the native can increase his enemies and his family may face financial crisis. He can loss his trust as people distrust him and his domestic life becomes problematic. Auspicious Ketu can cause financial stability, purchasing new house and land. Along with the native may have a successful profession and enjoys a prosperous life with all the comforts.

VEDIC ASTROLOGY AND KALA BALA OF PLANETS

Mathematical astrology is as important as Predictive astrology in astrology. It is a base through which astrology determines the Nakshatra and planetary positions and forecasts there by. Here in this article l will discuss Kala Balawhich is a piece of Shad-Bala by which planetary strengths is measured. KaalaBala means the time Weakness. Exactly we can say that the planets obtain Time Strength which is permanent from various sources. Time Strength is sub-divided in to six parts namely, NataunnataBala (diurnal strength), PakshaBala (Moon phase strength), TribhagaBala (day night strength), Varsha, Maas, Dina Bala (Year, month, day strength), YuddhaBala (planetary war strength) and AyanBala (equinoctial strength). Here in this article we will discuss about the first three sub-divisions of Time Strength of planets. NATAUNNATA BALA In NataunnataBala the Moon, Saturn and Mars are stronger during midnight and weaker during midday. The Sun, Jupiter and Venus get stronger at midday and are less strong at midnight. In Time Strength of planets Mercury always has full strength.The Sun, Moon and Mars acquire 60 points when a native is born at midnight. Same planets receive 0 point when a native is born at after noon time. The Sun, Jupiter and Venus get 60 points when a native is born during midday and has 0 point when a child is born during midnight. PAKSHA BALA The PakshaBala is connected with the lunar phase. There are two Pakshas in a month; these are Krishna Paksha and ShuklaPaksha. A Paksha is of 15 days. According to Shad Bala auspicious planets are strong during Shuklapaksha. Jupiter, Moon and Venus have auspicious effect on Mercury for 8 days during Shukla and Krishna Paksha. These planets are strong in ShuklaPaksha. The Sun, Mars and Saturn have inauspicious influence on Mercury for 8 days during the two Paksha. These planets are strong in Krishna Paksha. The Moon has 120 points on New Moon and Full Moon day. Moon becomes strong with 60 points during the Paksha and extremelyeffects human lives. To see the strength of Paksha the difference between the longitudes of Sun and Moon has to be found out. If the angle is greater than 180 degree then it has should be withdrew from 360 degrees. The result is divided by 3 to get the final result which is the Paksha strength of a planet. The formula to determine Paksha strength of planet is- (Moon / Sun) = PakshaBala of the planet TRIBHA BALA In TribhagaBala the day and night are divided into three parts. Jupiter always gets 60 points in TribhagaBala. If a child is born at the first half of the day then his horoscope will have strong Mercury with 60 points. If the birth time of a native is on the second half of the day then Sun is strong with 60 points and if the birth has taken place in the third part of a day then Saturn is strong in his horoscope with same opinions. The Moon gets 60 opinions if a child is born in the first part of the night. Venus is strong in the horoscope if a birth takes place on the second half of the night and Mars is strong with 60 points if a child is born in the third part of the night. AUSPICIOUS MUHURTHA CHILD ADOPTION AND AUSPICIOUS MUHURTHA All of us want to fulfil our life with a child. There is no full happiness in a family life without the birth of a child. Everyone wants to bless with a child. But some people are still empty from the happiness of a child. Few people are compassionate to orphans and abandoned child in the society. They are keen to adopt a child. BhagyaSamhita Astrology says that a person should always consider the right Muhurat for the adoption of a child if you want to adopt a child.

BhagyaSamhita says, child adoption is a very holy thing. Child adoption is brilliant if it is done in a good Muhurat. BhagyaSamhita says that if you adopt a child in an auspicious Muhurat then you can obtainhugecontentment and respect from the adopted child. Now BhagyaSamhita will tell youthe appropriateposition of nakshatra, week day, lunar day and Ascendant during the Muhurat of child adoption. NAKSHATRA POSITION It is very important to consider Nakshatra while accepting a child. Astrology says that Pushya, Anuradha and PurvafalguniNakshatrasare auspicious for child adoption. DATETHOUGHT Dates also play an important role in thinking a good Muhurat for child adoption. According to BhagyaSamhita,pratipada, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th lunar days are decent for child adoption as these lunar days gives positive results in respect of child adoption of a couple. DAYS THOUGHT Just like Nakshatra and lunar day, week days also play a vigorous role for selecting Muhurat for child adoption. According to BhagyaSamhitaastrology Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays are auspicious week days for adopting a child. ASCENDANT CONSIDERATION According to BhagyaSamhita, it is very important for adopting a child, a couple must check whether the Ascendant is auspicious in their horoscope or not. If there is an auspicious Ascendant in the 5th, 9th and 10th sign in the Muhurathoroscope then it will give positive results to the couple who are going to adopt a child.

(2) MUHURTHA FOR NISHKRAMAN SANSKAR The Nishkramansanskargrasps the 6th place in Sodashsanskar. This sanskar is known as the 6th sanskar in Hinduism. Nishkramansanskar is done After the Naamkaran ceremony of a baby. According to BhagyaSamhita astrological principles the Nishkramansanskar should be done from within 12th days of babys birth up to 4 months of his or her age. This Sanskar means that in this occasion the child for the first time comes in to the interaction with this beautiful formation of God. The child is blessed in the rinses of Sun and Moon rays on this time. The child is given Suns blessings so that his or her character becomes as bright and huge like the Sun. And Moons blessing is given to the child so that the child possesses calm and tranquilpotentials in her character. In short, in this ritual a child is desired to have a bright but calm environment. As this ritualaffects a lot a childs life, thus BhagyaSamhita astrology gives Muhurat of this occasion. Now we will considerMuhurats for this sanskar as follows.. NAKSHATRA THOUGHT Shravan, Mrigashira, Ghanishtha, Punarwasu, Anuradha, Pushya and RevatiNakshatras are very auspicious for this ritual. DATE CONSIDERATION Date is a vivaciousfactor in a Muhurat. According to BhagyaSamhita all dates are auspicious for Nishkramansanskar except Riktatithi i.e. the 4th, 9th and 14th lunar days. Thats why these dates should be evaded and a lso new Moon day should also be avoided while doing NishkramanSanskar. WEEK DAYS CONSIDERATION According to BhagyaSamhita astrology Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays are auspicious week days for accomplishmentof this Sanskar but Tuesdays and Saturdays are inauspicious to celebrate this ritual Sanskar. BHAGYA SAMHITA LIMITATIONS BhagyaSamhita astrology says the 3rd, 5th and 7th Tara is not auspicious andBhadra dates is also very unfavourable for this occasion. Thus the days which have inauspicious combination should be severely avoided for this ceremony. SPECIAL FEATURES There is a Sub-Sanskar which needs special affirming besides NishkramanSanskar. BhagyaSamhita astrology praisesShashthipujan to satisfy Goddess Kattyani on the 6th

day from the childs birth between Jatakarma and Nishkramansanskar. A ritual called DolaArohan is done on the 10th, 12th, 16th, 18th or 32nd day of the childs birth. For this sub-sanskar the above talk aboutNakshatra, date, week days are essential to make the ceremonial auspicious. Thus for this ritual the 5th Nakshatra before and 7th Nakshatra after Sun is considered to be very favourable for this ceremony.

Nakshatras or lunar mansions have a very special place in Vedic astrology. They are the axis on which Vedic astrology revolves. Moon stays in one Nakshatra for one day. They are mentioned in the ancient Indian Texts- the Artharva and Yajur Veda which lists all 27 of them. Kalaprakashika is the standard ancient text which forms the base of the study of Nakshatras. In mythology the Nakshatras are considered to be the 27 daughters of Daksha Prajipat, the Cosmic Helper charged by the creator of the universe Brahma to help him in the evolution of the whole cosmos. These 27 daughter of Daksha married the Moon and became special repositories of astrological influences. Which is why the Nakshatra are feminine impulse which need the positive- male impulses of the planets to complete their polarity. In India, the lunar calender is decided by the nakshatras. The rising nakshatra at the time of the new moon decides the rulership of the lunar month. 12 nakshatras rule the lunar months. Naksha- means to approach and Tra means to guard. Each Nakshatras has a mythological god whose duty it to guard and guide the cosmic evolution. The location of the planets in specific nakshatras completely alters their signifcations. The zodiac comprises of 360 degrees. The twelve zodiac signs rule 30 degrees each. There are 27 Nakshatras, each Zodiac sign comprimising 2 1/2 Nakshatras. Though the Zodiac has been divided into 27 groups of Nakshtras. These are only the principle members of several groups of fixed stars. Beginning at 0' Aries, each Nakshatra compromises 13' 20" of the ecliptic.-the degrees covered by the Moon in a 24 hour Day. Each Nakshatra is further divided into four parts known as 'padas' or feet. The 27 nakshatras are divided in to 3 groups, known as paryaya which means cycle. The seven planets and the nodes of the moon have the rulership assigned to each Nakshatra. They repeat themselves in the same sequence. The start of each paryaya (one cycle of 9 nakshatras) is always ruled by Ketu the mystical south node. Planets positioned in Sandhi areas- the junction points of the paryaya, the last quarters(padas) of Pisces- Aries. Cancer- Leo. Scorpio- Sagittarius are specially powerful in giving Karmic effects. They are known as Gandanta. The belief is when life crystallises at a certain point then we journey towards the higher manifestation of the soul and the consciousness. We have to go through a particularly trying time to prepare our minds for the next step in the journey of our soul. Moon has a special relationship with the Nakshatras. The Nakshatras give 108 positions for the placement of the Moon. The Moon first comes under the influence of the zodiac sign where it is placed, then the influence of the nakshatra ruler and lastly it is influence by the

lord of the pada. The triplicity of varying planetary influences alter the signification of the Moon. It is from the location of the Moon in a specific nakshatra that we can decided the start of our life cycles - the Dasha system which is unique to the Vedic astrology. The ruler of the nakshatra at the time of our birth is the ruler of the first dasha of our life and ruler of the pada is the first antar dasha of our life. The Nakshatra position of the Moon plays an important part in Muhurtha- election astrology. In India where timing of important functions in life are very important, the placement of the transiting Moon in specific Nakshatra is considered very auspicious. Marriages, education, house building, agriculture, farming, travel, starting new businesses etc. all should be started on the correct day and the astrologers look to the fixed stars to find that auspicious time so that the best possible cosmic help is available in whatever you are starting. Nakshatras with their cosmic powers rule and direct life towards its karmic path, subtly influencing to bring about changes in the psyche. The power of Nakshatras should never be underestimated. Their capacity of changing our life patterns is of prime importance in the Vedic astrology. For predictive and election purposes the knowledge of the Nakshatras is very important. Although it is significant to know of the lunar placement in Nakshatra, others planets change under the influence of Nakshatras. It is important for those trying to look into deeper meaning of life to look into the nakshatra placements of key planets and you will have a much better understanding of the inner motivations of planets in your chart. When studying the dashas, one should look at the ruler of the dasha as well as the placement of the ruler of the Nakshatra of the Dasha ruler. That makes all the difference in finding how the Dasha will effect us. In India, most Vedic astrologer will put the number of the Nakshatra by the planet on the chart. That way they can see immediately what degree of the Zodiac the planet is placed. According to the ancient Vedic Philosophy, our consciousness is effected by three different qualities or gunas. The cosmic energies that radiate around us give us the predominance of one of these gunas. These are very important in Yoga and in astrology it is important to understand the impulses (gunas) of the planets and their Nakshatras which give them their unique behaviour patterns. These gunas are, 1. Sattva - the illuminating, pure or good quality. Truth, purity of purpose and self righteousness and the path towards eternal consciousness is important to Sattvic people. They are fearless, generous and self- controlled. They are tranquil, charitable and generally have an open mind. Sattvics find it hard to hurt others. Water is pure Sattva. Vegetarians are sattvic by nature-choosing to eat what is provided by nature rather than killing to fulfil their appetites. 2. Rajas - the quality of mobility or activity. They have great inner thirst. They are passionate and ambitious. They want to achieve. They are restless and insecure. They want everything. They are active, want recognition and respect but are never satisfied. They find themselves clinging to pleasant tasks but avoiding the difficult situations. They can be fickle, easily distracted and unsteady.

3. Tamas - the dark restraining quality. They are generally sensuous, in love with all the good things in life which restrain them from higher learning and knowledge. They are materialistic in nature. Maya -the illusionary world of self gratification and sensual living ties them to their desires. Tamasic people have to try very hard to get out of the ignorance that surrounds them. They are held down by their own needs. Yoga and meditation is required to strengthen their inner being if they want to move towards higher consciousness. The Nakshatras radiate these qualities on primary, secondary and tertiary levels. It helps to find out on what sub-conscious level we react to this world. Each of the Nakshatra has its own motivation. Vedic philosophers considered 4 basic motivations which guide us. They are: 1. Artha - meaningful action. Artha relates to wealth , financial matters and the practicalities of life. 2. Dharma - righteous action. Dharma is the purpose of our life. The duty towards ourselves and others to do the right thing. 3. Kama - passionate behaviour. Kama is about passion for people, causes and living. 4. Moksha - the need for spiritual salvation. Moksha means Nirvana. The need to find the highest truths and move towards self realisation. Each Nakshatra radiates its own quality, has its own motivation and the planets placed in them have a triplicy of influences- by the rulers of the Zodiac sign, nakshatra and finally the pada or quarter. These alter, enhance and fine tune the cosmic energies that effect us. The 27 Nakshatras are: Aswini Ruled by Kethu the South Node. 0'00" to 13'20" (0'00" to 13'20" Aries). The four quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Dharma. Male Horse. Symbol - A head of horse. Deity - Ashwini Kumars. Dosha - Vata -Rasi - Mesham (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Bharani Ruled by Venus. 13'20" to 26'40"( 13'20" to 26'402 Aries). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The Motivation is Artha. Female Elephant. Symbol - Yoni Deity - Yama -Dosha - Pitta -Rasi - Mesham (Padams 1,2,3,4)

Krithigai Ruled by Sun. 26'40" to 40'00 (26'40" Aries to 10'00" Taurus). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Kama. Female Sheep -Symbol - Amrazor Diety - Agni -Dosha - Kapha -Rasi - Mesham (Padams 1) Rasi - Vrishabham (Padams 2, 3, 4)

Rohini Ruled by Moon. 40'00" to 53'20"(10'00" to 23'20" Taurus). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon.

The motivation is Moksha. Male Serpent. Symbol - A chariot -Deity - Brahma Dosha - Kapha -Rasi - Vrishabham (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Mrigasirasam Ruled by Mars. 53'20" to 66'40" (23'20 Taurus to 6'40" Gemini). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Moksha. Female Serpent -Symbol - The head of a deer Deity - Soma -Dosha - Pitta -Rasi - Vrishabham (Padams 1, 2) Rasi - Mithunam (Padams 3, 4)

Tiruvadri Ruled by Rahu the North Node. 66'40" to 80'00" (6'40" to 20'00" Gemini). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Kama. Female Dog -Symbol - Precious stone or a human head Deity - Rudra -Dosha - Vata -Rasi - Mithunam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Punarpusam Ruled by Jupiter. 80'00 to 93'20 (20'00" Gemini to 3'20" Cancer). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Artha. Female Cat -Symbol - A bow or a house Deity - Aditi -Dosha - Vata -Rasi - Mithunam (Padams 1,2,3) Rasi - Katakam (Padam 4)

Pusam Ruled by Saturn. 93'20" to 106'40" (3'20" to16'20" Cancer). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Dharma. Male Sheep -Symbol - A flower, circle or an arrow Deity - Brahaspati -Dosha - Pitta -Rasi - Katakam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Aailyam Ruled by Mercury. 106'40" to 120'00" (16'40 Cancer to 0'00 Leo). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Dharma. Male Cat -Symbol - A serpent Deities - Nagas -Dosha - Kapha -Rasi - Katakam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Magham Ruled by Ketu. 120'00" to 132'20" (0'00" to 13'20" Leo). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Artha. Male Rat -Symbol - House or a palaquin Deity - Pitris -Dosha - Kapha -Rasi - Simham (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Pooram Ruled by Venus. 132'20 to 146'40" (13'20 to 26'40" Leo). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Kama. Female Rat -=Symbol - A couch, platform or fireplace Deity - Bhaga -Dosha - Pitta -Rasi - Simham (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Uttiram Ruled by Sun. 146'40" to 160'00" (26'40 Leo to 10'00" Virgo). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Moksha. Male Cow -Symbol - A small bed

Deity - Aryaman -Dosha - Vata -Rasi - Simham (Padam 1) Rasi - Kanyam (Padams 2, 3, 4)

Hastam Ruled by Moon. 160'00" to 173'20" (10'00" to 23'20" Virgo). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Moksha. Female Buffalo -Symbol - The palm Deity - Savita -Dosha - Vata -Rasi - Kanyam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Chitrai Ruled by Mars. 173'20" to 186'40" (23'20 Virgo to 6'40" Libra). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Kama. Female Tiger -Symbol - Pearl Deity - Tvashtar -Dosha - Pitta -Rasi - Kanyam (Padams 1, 2) Rasi - Tulam (Padams 3, 4)

Swati Ruled by Rahu.186'40" to 200'00" (6'40" to 20'00 Libra). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Artha. Male Buffalo -Symbol - Coral Deity - Vayu -Dosha - Kapha -Rasi - Tulam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Vishakham Ruled by Jupiter. 200'00" to 213'20"(20'00"Libra to 3'20" Scorpio). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Dharma. Male Tiger Symbol - A potter's wheel or an archway Deities - Indra and Agni Dosha - Kapha Rasi - Tulam (Padams 1, 2, 3)

Anusham Ruled by Saturn.213'20" to 226'40" (3'20" to 16'40"Scorpio). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Dharma. Female Hare Symbol - A Lotus flower Deity - Mitra Dosha - Pitta

Katteai Ruled by Mercury. 226'40" to 240'00" (16'40" Scorpio to 0'00"Sagittarius). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Artha. Male Hare Symbol - An earring or an umbrella Deity - Indra Dosha - Vata

Moolam Ruled by Ketu. 240'00" to 253'20" (0'00" to 13'20" Sagittarius). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Kama. Male Dog Symbol - The tail of a lion or an elephant's goad Deity - Nritta Dosha - Vata Rasi - Dhanum (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Pooradam Ruled by Venus. 253'20" to 266'40" (13'20" to 26'40"). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Moksha. Male Monkey Symbol - Tust of an elephant Deity - Apas Dosha - Pitta Rasi - Dhanum (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Uttiradam Ruled by Sun. 266'40" to 280'00" (26'40 Sag to 10'00" Capricorn). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Moksha. Male Mongoose Symbol - A small cot Deity - Vishwadeva Dosha - Kapha Rasi - Dhanum (Padam 1) Rasi - Makaram (Padams 2, 3, 4)

Tiruvonam Ruled by Moon. 280'00" to 293'20" (10'00 to 23'20" Capricorn). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Artha. Female Monkey Symbol - An ear or an arrow Deity - Vishnu Dosha - Kapha Rasi - Makaram (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Avittam Ruled by Mars. 293'20" to 306'40" (23'20" cap to 6'40" Aquarius). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Dharma. Female Lion Symbol - A musical drum or the flute Deity - Vasus Dosha - Pitta Rasi - Makaram (Padams 1, 2)

Rasi - Kumbham (Padams 3, 4)

Satayam Ruled by Rahu. 306'40" to 320'00" (6'40" to 20'00" Aquarius). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Dharma. Female Horse Symbol - Hundred Flowers Deity - Varuna Dosha - Vata Rasi - Kumbham (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Pooratadhi Ruled by Jupiter. 320'00" to 333'20 (20'00" Aquarius to 3'20" Pisces). The quarters are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury and Moon. The motivation is Artha. Male Lion Symbol - A sword Deity - Aja Ekpada Dosha - Vata Rasi - Kumbham (Padams 1, 2, 3) Rasi - Meenam (Padam 4)

Uttaratadhi Ruled by Saturn. 333'20" to 346'40" (3'20" to 16'40" Pisces). The quarters are ruled by Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. The motivation is Kama. Female Cow Symbol - The number two or a twin Deity - Ahirbudhyana Dosha - Pitta Rasi - Meenam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)

Revati Ruled by Mercury. 346'40" to 360'00" (16'40" to 30'00" Pisces). The quarters are ruled by Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn and Jupiter. The motivation is Moksha. Female Elephant Symbol - A fish Deity - Pushan Dosha - Kapha Rasi - Meenam (Padams 1, 2, 3, 4)