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Karmic Theory and Vedic Astrology: A Brief Introduction.................. .............
Indian tradition states that Vedic Astrology is a divine science and it has come down to us on earth in the form of a dialogue between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The foundation of Vedic Astrology is the strong belief in Poorva Janma (past birth) and Punar Janma (next birth). Interwoven with this belief is the Theory of Karma. The Law of Karma can simply be stated as: "As you sow, so shall you reap." The Law of Karma is another name for Newton's Third law of Motion: "For every action there is equal and opposite reaction". |
And always remember to follow........................ .............
The procedure to write a Jathaka (Horoscope) of a child should invariaby beging with the following sloka as per Hindu scripture................
"Janani janma soukyanam
vardhanee kula sampatham
Padhavee poorva punyaanaam
likyathe janma pathrika."
Janma pathrika(Horoscope) is a written document of one's birth. we call it as horoscope. it is a practice from times of yore to write a sloka before writing the horoscope of a person. The sanscrit sloka may be the contribution of kalidasa of kalamitra.
padhavee.. - .. that one will get the status of state or profession or position that one holds. This padhavee is known by the punyam indicated in the sloka/horoscope. Poorva punniyam is a continuous process of previous birth though the janma pathrika related to the present birth. This padhavee will come based on poorva punniyam.
padhavee.. - .. that one will get the status of state or profession or position that one holds. This padhavee is known by the punyam indicated in the sloka/horoscope. Poorva punniyam is a continuous process of previous birth though the janma pathrika related to the present birth. This padhavee will come based on poorva punniyam.
Karmas are divided into four categories:................... .......
1. Sanchit: A collection of Karmas.
2. Prarabdha: The ready to experience Karmas.
3. Kriyamana: Current Karmas.
4. Agama: Approaching Karmas.
Classification of any action into one class of karma or another is not always easy because the “cause and effect” relationship is essentially an inseparable unit. While all four types of karmas overlap each other & creating a partition of an indivisible whole into fictitious parts makes that whole easier to comprehend,
SANCHITA KARMA: Sanchit in Sanskrit means "Heaped Together." This is the sum total of past actions known and unknown that has been performed and that are saved in what is known as "Karmic Account". In other words, you come into this life with a balance sheet consisting of Good and Bad deeds that have been accumulated during your several past lives. It is assumed that one life span is not sufficient to enjoy or suffer the sum total of past karmas that you are born with.
PRARABDHA KARMA: This is that portion of Sanchit karma which is ready to be experienced by an individual during his/her life time, represents the current effects of past actions which appear as fate or destiny. In order to understand this we take an example of a woman who is simultaneously a daughter, a wife, a mother and a lawyer does not at any particular moment simultaneously experience all the result of the previous actions which created these roles. She is instead predominantly a daughter only with her parents, a wife only when with her husband, a mother only when with her children and a lawyer with her professional life alone. Similarly an entity does not experience all of its Sanchit Karma at Once; only that portion which has "become ripe" for experiencing will surface at any one point.
KRIYAMANA KARMA: This type of Karma is created by our daily present actions as we live our day to day lives. These actions lead to and create Kriyaman Karma in the present, which has the ability to over ride our past Karma i.e. Sanchit/Prarabdha Karma. Our Kriyaman Karma results from our free will and thoughts. Kriyamana Karma is total potential effect created by current actions. For example, even if Sanchit Karma may not have bestowed a person with superior intellect, one can study hard (and create Kriyamana Karma) for an examination and you pass with good grades / marks. Thus, the present positive actions and free will can help override past karma.
AGAMA KARMA: A person creates Agama Karma with his new plans that are contemplated as a result of one’s in-sight. Agama Karma represents your capacity to envision future actions. It is said that for success, you must plan your work and work your plan; the former is your Agama Karma, the latter is your Kriyaman Karma. Agama Karma is also that karma whose fruits may ripen and be available in your next birth.
Vedic Astrology has two parts: one is mathematics and the other statistics.
With the help of mathematics you determine the position of planets during the time of birth and prepare a chart known as horoscope. Horoscope is nothing but the snapshot of the planets (or a photograph of the Universe) at the time of birth in various positions. This photograph is represented in the form of chart known as “kundali” or horoscope: a horoscope is divided into 12 houses of 30 degrees each. (because a sphere has 12X 30 = 360 degrees). Various planets are placed in the 12 houses to represent the horoscope of the individual.
The other part is the predictive part which is based on statistics and observations. Ancient Indian Rishis (or great sages) based on their insight; wisdom and actual observations have formulated certain rules on which the predictions can be given. They have correlated combinations of planets by actual observations over millions of years to give particular results which subsequently became rules. Thus, Vedic Astrology can be described as a pure science, which has a set of rules for interpretation / analysis, and historical data to base the observations and predictions.
An Astrologer is someone who decodes the “program” made by God for an individual. The astrologer’s expertise depends upon his ability to decipher the horoscope, the number of years / experience, his own observations and the penance he undertakes to ensure that all his actions, thoughts, words and deeds are in line with the righteous life. Indian Rishis have also developed prophylactic measure for mitigating planetary afflictions which, have proved to be correct and have benefited those who have followed it in a disciplined manner.
The Vedas, which are the sacred Hindu scriptures, embody eternal knowledge. Vedic Astrology (known as "Jyotish" in Sanskrit), dates back to over 7000 B.C. and is considered as a "Vedanga" or the body of the Vedas. In the opening verse of the 5,000 year old vedic text, “Brihat Parasara Hora Shastra”, the ancient Sage, Maharishi Parasha, tells us that:-
"The Unborn Lord has incarnated as the nine planets, (the Nava Grahas), to bestow on the living beings the result due to their karmas. He assumes the auspicious form of the Grahas (planets) to destroy the demons and to sustain the divine beings."
The great Sage then goes on to describe to us the eternal science of astrology and effect of the planets on the destiny of the incarnating soul. This work is said to be the fountainhead of Vedic astrology. The Vedas and the vast Vedic Literature, mankind's oldest body of knowledge, details the relationship between astronomy, astrology and human beings.
Vedic astrology is a powerful medium which can be used to understand ourselves through the study of the stars and the constellations. It predicts and offers remedies for mundane difficulties as well as guide posts to an individual's spiritual path.
As described by the American Council of Vedic Astrologers, Vedic astrology called Jyotish, the "Science of Light" has flourished in India for several thousand years. As one of the true ancient systems of astrology, Vedic or Hindu astrology is renowned for its spiritual depth and accuracy in predicting future events. Based on the sidereal zodiac, it reflects an astrologer's perception of the placement of the planets in the constellations. Through its practical application in daily life, Vedic astrology has made tremendous inroads into the Western astrological community in recent years.The uniqueness and strength of Vedic Astrology is its use of remedial measures such as prayer, chants (or mantras), yoga, meditation and offerings (yagnas) and gemstones. Thus, the astrologer plays a role of part counselor, healer, priest, advisor, mystic, mentor and friend.
"The Unborn Lord has incarnated as the nine planets, (the Nava Grahas), to bestow on the living beings the result due to their karmas. He assumes the auspicious form of the Grahas (planets) to destroy the demons and to sustain the divine beings."
The great Sage then goes on to describe to us the eternal science of astrology and effect of the planets on the destiny of the incarnating soul. This work is said to be the fountainhead of Vedic astrology. The Vedas and the vast Vedic Literature, mankind's oldest body of knowledge, details the relationship between astronomy, astrology and human beings.
Vedic astrology is a powerful medium which can be used to understand ourselves through the study of the stars and the constellations. It predicts and offers remedies for mundane difficulties as well as guide posts to an individual's spiritual path.
As described by the American Council of Vedic Astrologers, Vedic astrology called Jyotish, the "Science of Light" has flourished in India for several thousand years. As one of the true ancient systems of astrology, Vedic or Hindu astrology is renowned for its spiritual depth and accuracy in predicting future events. Based on the sidereal zodiac, it reflects an astrologer's perception of the placement of the planets in the constellations. Through its practical application in daily life, Vedic astrology has made tremendous inroads into the Western astrological community in recent years.The uniqueness and strength of Vedic Astrology is its use of remedial measures such as prayer, chants (or mantras), yoga, meditation and offerings (yagnas) and gemstones. Thus, the astrologer plays a role of part counselor, healer, priest, advisor, mystic, mentor and friend.
Across the world, prominent figureheads have used the power of stars to their benefit. Presidents, Businessmen and Scientists have enjoyed significant advantages by timing their actions and decisions. A few examples ~
Astrology and the White House:
President Ronald Reagan, Nancy Reagan and the White House:
It is no secret that Mrs. Nancy Reagan consistently relied upon astrologers (Jeane Dixon, Carol Righter and Joan Quigley) throughout her and her husband's career at the White House. Apparently, the Reagan's were interested primarily in how astrology could guide them in the timing of specific events such as when to schedule press conferences, airplane flights, political meetings, and the affairs of state in general. Time Magazine carried an article on this subject in on May 16,1988. According to former White house aide Donald Regan, "Virtually every major move and decision the Reagans made during my time as White House Chief of Staff was cleared in advance with a woman in San Francisco [Joan Quigley] who drew up horoscopes to make certain that the planets were in favorable alignment for the enterprise."
Astrology and business:
J. Pierpoint Morgan, a very wealthy American financier at the turn of the century who used astrology for business timing purposes. He financed such companies as U.S. Steel Corporation and the Great Northern & Pacific Railroad, as well as the Boer War. His use of astrology for business made him a billionaire in the early part of this century when a million dollars was a vast fortune!
Walt Disney also used astrological cycles for business purposes. He chose his introduction and opening times for movies and the theme parks based on astrological cycles. He made millions using this timing tool!
The Wall Street Journal once wrote an article about 1400 businesses, which all started under the same astrological cycle, one that "randomly" occurs 2-3 times per week, and lasts from minutes or hours, to 2 days. The essential meaning of this cycle is "nothing will come of it", and all of them went bankrupt! That cycle is not actually random, but it’s not visible in the usual sense either.
Astrology and the White House:
President Ronald Reagan, Nancy Reagan and the White House:
It is no secret that Mrs. Nancy Reagan consistently relied upon astrologers (Jeane Dixon, Carol Righter and Joan Quigley) throughout her and her husband's career at the White House. Apparently, the Reagan's were interested primarily in how astrology could guide them in the timing of specific events such as when to schedule press conferences, airplane flights, political meetings, and the affairs of state in general. Time Magazine carried an article on this subject in on May 16,1988. According to former White house aide Donald Regan, "Virtually every major move and decision the Reagans made during my time as White House Chief of Staff was cleared in advance with a woman in San Francisco [Joan Quigley] who drew up horoscopes to make certain that the planets were in favorable alignment for the enterprise."
Astrology and business:
J. Pierpoint Morgan, a very wealthy American financier at the turn of the century who used astrology for business timing purposes. He financed such companies as U.S. Steel Corporation and the Great Northern & Pacific Railroad, as well as the Boer War. His use of astrology for business made him a billionaire in the early part of this century when a million dollars was a vast fortune!
Walt Disney also used astrological cycles for business purposes. He chose his introduction and opening times for movies and the theme parks based on astrological cycles. He made millions using this timing tool!
The Wall Street Journal once wrote an article about 1400 businesses, which all started under the same astrological cycle, one that "randomly" occurs 2-3 times per week, and lasts from minutes or hours, to 2 days. The essential meaning of this cycle is "nothing will come of it", and all of them went bankrupt! That cycle is not actually random, but it’s not visible in the usual sense either.
Astrology is a science in itself and contains an illuminating body of knowledge. It taught me many things, and I am greatly indebted to it. Astrology is like a life- giving elixir for mankind." Albert Einstein.
What happens to a person is characteristic of him. He represents a pattern and all the pieces fit. One by one, as his life proceeds, they fall into place according to some pre-destined design - Carl Gustav June
Inclinations of man are ruled by planets under which he was born. To this extent, the destiny of man lies within the scope or sphere of the planets - Edgar Cayce Reading #3744 as quoted in "Astrology & the Edgar Cayce Readings" by Margaret Gammon.
Fate, karma, destiny - call it what you will - there is a law of justice which somehow, but not by chance, determines our race, our physical structure and our mental and emotional traits - Yogananda Parmhansa in "Autobiography of a Yogi"
Deepak Chopra, who combines Hindu, Buddhist, and Western thought with the latest research in quantum physics says,"There are about 300 million things happening in my body every second when you measure all the biochemical activities. Each cell seems to know what the other cell is doing. If it didn't, it wouldn't be able to coordinate its activities. At the same time, the body is monitoring the movement of stars. Biological movements are a function of planetary movements-circadian, seasonal, etc. There is an underlying intelligence that organizes the infinity of things happening in the Universe and connects all things with each other."
"It is only with the heart one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye", Antoine de Saint Exupery, French Aviator and Author.
Noted author Parmahansa Yogananda in his classic book "Autobiography of a Yogi" writes on Astrology:
Astrology is the study of man's response to planetary stimuli. The stars have no conscious benevolence or animosity; they merely send forth positive and negative radiations. Of themselves, these do not help or harm humanity, but offer a lawful channel for the outward operation of cause-effect equilibriums which each man has set into motion in the past. A child is born on that day and at that hour when the celestial rays are in mathematical harmony with his individual karma. His horoscope is a challenging portrait, revealing his unalterable past and its probable future results. But the natal chart can be rightly interpreted only by men of intuitive wisdom: these are few.
Parmahansa Yogananda on remedial measures of astrology:The message boldly blazoned across the heavens at the moment of birth is not meant to emphasize fate—the result of past good and evil—but to arouse man's will to escape from his universal thralldom. What he has done, he can undo. None other than himself was the instigator of the causes of whatever effects are now prevalent in his life. He can overcome any limitation, because he created it by his own actions in the first place, and because he has spiritual resources which are not subject to planetary pressure.
The starry inscription at one's birth, I came to understand, is not that man is a puppet of his past. Its message is rather a prod to pride; the very heavens seek to arouse man's determination to be free from every limitation. God created each man as a soul, dowered with individuality, hence essential to the universal structure, whether in the temporary role of pillar or parasite. His freedom is final and immediate, if he so wills; it depends not on outer but inner victories.
All human ills arise from some transgression of universal law. The scriptures point out that man must satisfy the laws of nature, while not discrediting the divine omnipotence. He should say: 'Lord, I trust in Thee, and know Thou canst help me, but I too will do my best to undo any wrong I have done.' By a number of means—by prayer, by will power, by yoga meditation, by consultation with saints, by use of astrological bangles—the adverse effects of past wrongs can be minimized or nullified. Just as a house can be fitted with a copper rod to absorb the shock of lightning, so the bodily temple can be benefited by various protective measures.
Occasionally I told astrologers to select my worst periods, according to planetary indications, and I would still accomplish whatever task I set myself. It is true that my success at such times has been accompanied by extraordinary difficulties. But my conviction has always been justified: faith in the divine protection, and the right use of man's God-given will, are forces formidable beyond any the "inverted bowl" can muster.
Astrology is the study of man's response to planetary stimuli. The stars have no conscious benevolence or animosity; they merely send forth positive and negative radiations. Of themselves, these do not help or harm humanity, but offer a lawful channel for the outward operation of cause-effect equilibriums which each man has set into motion in the past. A child is born on that day and at that hour when the celestial rays are in mathematical harmony with his individual karma. His horoscope is a challenging portrait, revealing his unalterable past and its probable future results. But the natal chart can be rightly interpreted only by men of intuitive wisdom: these are few.
Parmahansa Yogananda on remedial measures of astrology:The message boldly blazoned across the heavens at the moment of birth is not meant to emphasize fate—the result of past good and evil—but to arouse man's will to escape from his universal thralldom. What he has done, he can undo. None other than himself was the instigator of the causes of whatever effects are now prevalent in his life. He can overcome any limitation, because he created it by his own actions in the first place, and because he has spiritual resources which are not subject to planetary pressure.
The starry inscription at one's birth, I came to understand, is not that man is a puppet of his past. Its message is rather a prod to pride; the very heavens seek to arouse man's determination to be free from every limitation. God created each man as a soul, dowered with individuality, hence essential to the universal structure, whether in the temporary role of pillar or parasite. His freedom is final and immediate, if he so wills; it depends not on outer but inner victories.
All human ills arise from some transgression of universal law. The scriptures point out that man must satisfy the laws of nature, while not discrediting the divine omnipotence. He should say: 'Lord, I trust in Thee, and know Thou canst help me, but I too will do my best to undo any wrong I have done.' By a number of means—by prayer, by will power, by yoga meditation, by consultation with saints, by use of astrological bangles—the adverse effects of past wrongs can be minimized or nullified. Just as a house can be fitted with a copper rod to absorb the shock of lightning, so the bodily temple can be benefited by various protective measures.
Occasionally I told astrologers to select my worst periods, according to planetary indications, and I would still accomplish whatever task I set myself. It is true that my success at such times has been accompanied by extraordinary difficulties. But my conviction has always been justified: faith in the divine protection, and the right use of man's God-given will, are forces formidable beyond any the "inverted bowl" can muster.
Compiled and Edited by JK on 31 July, 2012
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