Today marks a highly anticipated day in Vedic astrology, or Jyotish. Today is the day that the great benefic planet Jupiter moves from Gemini into Cancer. Jupiter in Cancer is its place of exaltation or greatest strength. The placement of Jupiter in Cancer can be a very momentous time for many people. In Vedic astrology, […]
Mercury Retrograde June 2014
It’s that time of the year once again when Mercury turns retrograde. It happens June 7, 2014. With Mercury retrograde June 2014 in Gemini, Vedic astrology, or Jyotish, offers a somewhat varying perspective than Western astrology. In Vedic astrology, retrogression is seen as a sign of strength. When a planet is retrograde, it is closer […]
Vedic Astrology for June, 2014
A much anticipated planetary shift is occurring in Vedic Astrology for June, 2014. Jupiter, “the great benefic” in Vedic Astrology, or Jyotish, is entering Cancer for one year, starting June 18. Cancer is the sign of Jupiter’s exaltation or place of greatest strength. The last time that Jupiter was in Cancer was from July, 2002 […]
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 […]