In Vedic astrology or Jyotish, Jupiter has been exalted or at its peak of strength in Cancer since June, 2014. Jupiter was previously in nurturing Pushya nakshatra and then went into Ashlesha nakshatra on September 2. We will have Jupiter in Ashlesha for the duration of its stay in Cancer (mid-July, 2015). On December 8, […]
Vedic astrology for December, 2014
As we wrap up 2014, we can examine how the planetary placements in Jyotish, or Vedic astrology for December, 2014 are poised for us to lay a strong foundation for 2015. Saturn and Mars have been participating in a parivartana yoga or a planetary house swap since November 27. Saturn is in Mars’ sign of […]
Saturn in Anuradha nakshatra
Om Sham Shri Shanischaraya Namah Saturn has been in Scorpio in Vedic astrology or Jyotish for one month. On November 30, it moved out of Vishakha nakshatra and entered Anuradha nakshatra. Saturn in Anuradha nakshatra will carry on many of the same themes as Vishakha nakshatra. Anuradha translates as, “the one who follows Radha”. Radha […]
The Bitter Taste in Ayurveda
The bitter taste in Ayurveda is known in Sanskrit as tikta rasa. It is one of the shad rasa or 6 tastes in Ayurveda. Bitter is comprised of the elements of air (vayu) and ether (akasha). The bitter taste in Ayurveda increases Vata dosha and decreases Pitta and Kapha doshas. In terms of virya or […]
Venus and Saturn in Scorpio: Passion vs. Restraint
In Vedic astrology, or Jyotish, we attempt to identify potentially problematic situations in advance, so that people can make informed decisions. Saturn just entered Scorpio about a week ago, and Venus joins it at 5:30 pm today (November 11, 2014). Starting at 7:45 PM Pacific time today, Venus and Saturn in Scorpio will be within […]
Vedic astrology for November, 2014
Vedic astrology for November, 2014 marks a dramatic shift which will last approximately three years. Saturn is moving out of exaltation in Libra in Vedic astrology or Jyotish, and moving into Scorpio, a sign owned by its astrological enemy Mars. Saturn’s movement signifies a time of change for each of us, depending on our astrological […]
The Salty Taste in Ayurveda
Ayurveda classifies foods by their rasa or initial taste on the tongue. There are six tastes in Ayurveda, known as shad rasa. They are: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent. Salty taste is comprised of the water and fire elements. With regard to the doshas, the salty taste (lavana rasa) in Ayurveda decreases Vata […]
Saturn in Scorpio
Om Sham Shri Shanischaraya Namah An astrological event which many people with their Moons in Virgo and Libra in Vedic astrology have been anticipating is happening on November 2. We will transition from having Saturn in Libra in Vedic astrology, or Jyotish, to Saturn in Scorpio. Saturn has been exalted in Libra since August, 2012. […]
Bhai Beej 2014
The last day of the Diwali 2014 festival culminates with a celebration known as Bhai Beej. Bhai Beej 2014 occurs on Saturday, October 25, according to drikpanchang.com.. Given the various dialects spoken in India, Bhai Beej is also known as Bhau Beej, Bhaiya Dooj, Bhai Duj or Bhathru Dwithiya. The word Bhai or Bhaiya or […]
Indian New Year 2014
Following the festival of Diwali 2014 comes Indian New Year 2014 in Vedic astrology or Jyotish. The name for Indian new year in the state of Maharashtra is Bali Pratipada. It celebrates the return of King Bali to the earth. Bali Pratipada is also the first day of the Vikram Samvat calendar. According to mypanchang.com, […]