Mercury entered Gemini today in the system of Vedic Astrology, or Jyotish. Mercury is the planet of communication, technology, and commerce. It is quick-witted, intellectual, and analytical. With Mercury in Gemini, the planet is in its own sign. Planets like being at home; they are comfortable there. Mercury joins Jupiter in Gemini. Both Mercury and […]
Eightfold Examination in Ayurveda
When Ayurveda originated over 5,000 years ago in India, vadiyas (or Ayurvedic physicians) did not have access to the array of clinical tests, as we do in present day. Thus, the vaidyas used the classical method of eightfold examination in Ayurveda. This is known as ashta vidya pariksha in Sanskrit. Ayurveda aims to treat the […]
Astrological Timing of Pregnancy
When the time comes for many couples to conceive, some have an easier time than others. An innumerable number of couples agonize and try every medical method possible to get pregnant, to no avail. One method that has been used for thousands of years in assisting with planning pregnancy is Vedic astrology, or Jyotish. Vedic […]
Vedic Astrology for May, 2014
April showered us with two eclipses and the unexpected twists that only the Moon’s nodes can evoke. May brings us the gift of flowering planets in Vedic astrology or Jyotish. Vedic astrology for May, 2014 presents us with an array of strong planets and a potential for elevated outcomes. What differentiates the planetary placements in […]
Solar Eclipse April 29, 2014
April, 2014 is a significant month in Vedic astrology, or Jyotish, due to the fact that it contains two eclipses. There is a an annular solar eclipse April 29, 2014. NASA states that it will be visible in the South Indian Ocean, the Southern edge of Indonesia, Australia, as well as Antarctica. Those who are […]
Hanuman Jayanti 2014
Happy Hanuman Jayanti 2014! Happy birthday to Shri Hanuman, the monkey God, who is the epitome of service and devotion. Indians worldwide are celebrating this day to honor Lord Rama’s humble servant. Hanuman was ever vigilant to his master, fearless in all his endeavors, focused, adventurous and ever virtuous. Hanuman is Pavana Kumar or Maruti– […]
Lunar Eclipse April 14, 2014
The first eclipse of the month is a total lunar eclipse on April 14, 2014. The eclipse spans April 14-15 in North America. It is visible in Australia, the Pacific, and the Americas. There has been a great deal of press regarding the “blood moon” and what a sight it is to behold. Yet, in […]
Vedic Astrology for April, 2014
Like spring, April ushers in a breath of fresh air and renewed hope. Planetary shifts have occurred for the astrological placements in Jyotish or Vedic astrology for April, 2014 As of March 24, Mars has temporarily separated from the turbulent pairing of Saturn and North Node Rahu in Libra. The ancient Jyotish texts declare that […]
Maha Shivaratri 2014
One night of each year in the Indian calendar is dedicated to worship of Lord Shiva. This sacred holiday is known as Maha Shivaratri – the great night of Shiva. Maha Shivaratri 2014 falls on Thursday, February 27 in the U.S. and in India. In the Vedic tradition, there is a trinity of the major […]
Vasant Panchami 2014
February 4 marks the festival of Vasant Panchami 2014 in India. The festival is also known as Saraswati Puja. The word “vasant” means spring, and Vasant Panchami marks the beginning of the spring season and the coming of the festival of Holi. Vasant Panchami is held during the Vedic month of Magh on the […]