Vedic astrology, also known as Jyotish Shastra, is an ancient Indian astrological system that has its roots in the early texts of Hindu philosophy, the holy Vedas. Much more than a tool for predicting events, Vedic astrology is a divine science that provides a spiritual map of an individual’s karma, life journey, and soul purpose. It recognizes the deep interconnection between cosmic energy and individual destiny. Unlike modern horoscopes that focus primarily on personality and future predictions, astrology provides insight into spiritual development, karmic lessons, and a person’s dharma – a higher calling in life. In Sanskrit, “jyotish” means “light,” and is often referred to as the “eye of the Vedas.” This spiritual metaphor suggests that Vedic astrology sheds light on the path of life, revealing the unseen forces of karma and divine will. The sages of ancient India developed this science to understand cosmic rhythms and align human life with the universal order. By studying the pla...
A birth chart, also known as a natal chart or birth horoscope, is a cosmic map of the sky at the exact moment of a person’s birth. Rooted in Vedic astrology, it provides deep insight into various aspects of life such as personality, career, relationships, health and destiny. It is calculated based on the date, time and place of birth of a person. The horoscope is mainly divided into 12 houses. In which each house represents a different area of life, and it is also filled with nine planets and twelve zodiac signs. This celestial snapshot helps astrologers interpret patterns and predict the future with astonishing detail. The accuracy of a birth chart depends heavily on the accuracy of the birth information. Even a few minutes of difference can change the position of the planets and alter the entire reading. Aries in particular are very sensitive and change almost every two hours. The ascendant determines the structure of the entire horoscope, so a mistake here can lead to misleading i...