We all enjoy having our own space, and the planets are no different. The zodiac is comprised of a 360 degree sphere. In Vedic astrology, or Jyotish, we study how the nine planets are dispersed in this arc: Sun, Moon, the nodes Rahu and Ketu, and the five “true planets” (Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and […]
Four Planets in Aquarius in Vedic Astrology
People have been expressing that they feel great intensity at this time. In Vedic astrology or Jyotish, we assess how planetary influences will impact an individual’s life. This is done by studying the planets both in the natal birth chart and where they currently are transiting in the heavens. Additionally, we review planetary cycles and […]
Full Moon in Pushya Nakshatra
Being a lunar based system, Vedic astrology or Jyotish, always emphasizes the placement of the Moon over the placement of the Sun. The Moon represents our emotional body and Jyotish tracks the movement of the Moon through the 12 signs of the zodiac and the 27 lunar constellations or nakshatras. Each nakshatra has specific qualities […]
Cinnamon: The ancient healing spice
In ancient days, cinnamon more valuable than gold. Gold was in abundant supply, while cinnamon was not widely available. Traders had learned how cinnamon could tastily enhance the flavor of any dish and were eager to carry the aromatic spice back home. Cinnamon’s aroma derives from cinnamonaldehyde, an essential oil found in the bark of […]
Lance Armstrong: In the race for his career
People worldwide are eagerly anticipating Oprah Winfrey’s two part interview with Lance Armstrong today and tomorrow. In it, Armstrong reportedly comes clean about the use of drugs to win his Tour de France titles. This confession comes as a shock to the adoring public for this American hero. What caused this legendary athlete to behave […]
Makar Sankranti: The Kite Flying Holiday in India
The saying “Go fly a kite!” takes on a literal meaning every January 14 in India. This date marks Makar Sankranti: the kite flying holiday in India in the state of Maharashtra. Makar means Capricorn. Sankranti implies a movement or change of location. The reason for the celebration is the entry of the Sun into […]
Predictions for 2013 in Vedic Astrology
Since the world did not come to an end today, let’s take a glance as to what the future may bring. We have some major planetary movements happening. Here is a sampling of predictions for 2013 in Vedic astrology. The big shift happening momentarily is that the nodes, Rahu and Ketu, are changing signs on […]
The Astrological Significance of 12/12/12
One of the limbs of Jyotish or Vedic astrology is muhurta, or selecting an auspicious time to inaugurate an event. Much of the population is eagerly awaiting 12/12/12. It has significant implications numerologically and it’s the last time we will ever have three repeating dates for day, month, and year. However, the astrological significance of […]
November 28, 2012 Lunar Eclipse
The November 28, 2012 lunar eclipse will be the last eclipse of the year. A lunar eclipse occurs when the full Moon is aligned with one of the lunar nodes (Rahu or Ketu). A full Moon happens whenever the Sun and Moon are opposite each other in the zodiac. The nodes are always directly opposite […]
Diwali 2012
Today is the festival of Diwali 2012 (dee-vaah-lee) or Deepavali (deep-uh-vaah-lee) – the Indian festival of lights. Deepa means light and avali means a continuous line. Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama back home after a 14 year period of exile. The residents of Ayodhya (I-yo-the-yah) celebrated his homecoming by lighting rows and rows […]