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Editor’s Note

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World Trends and Predictions for 2020

Architecture in Ancient India

Words of Wisdom

Yearly Predictions for 2020

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Accurate Marriage Predictions With Nadi

The Power of Vastu Shastra for Effective Home and Corporate Spaces

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Jyothisha Pitamaha Dr. B. V. Raman

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Determining Death by using Khara Navamsa

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Parama Pujya Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji in Kashi, 10 – 24 November, 2019

Tackling Depression Through Astrology

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Editor’s Note

Niranjan Babu & Suprajarama Raman Wishing all the readers a very Happy New Year 2020! May this year bring peace and joy to everyone.

2020 is indeed a special year as it’s the beginning a new decade. As always, it is our special issue where we cover a variety of topics. And it’s that time of the year when we get busy reflecting on the year gone by and drawing predictions for the New Year. This edition offers detailed predictions from renowned Astrologers from multiple perspectives.

As you must have experienced, the New Year 2020 arrived on the heels of a powerful solar eclipse in Sagittarius on December 26, 2019. What’s exceptional about this annular eclipse is that it involves six of the nine Vedic planets, including the ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter. Ms. Lalitha Donatella Riback sheds light on the planetary conditions of this Eclipse and its aftermath. She shares information about the various Eclipses of 2020 along with predictions for all Zodiac signs.

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Dr. Gary Gomes comes with the much-awaited world predictions. He uses three charts; one for the year in question starting at midnight January 1, 2020; one for the sunrise rising sign (both using Greenwich, UK as the location), and one for Makar Sankranthi, the start of the sign Capricorn that occurs on January 15, 2020 at 7:15 AM using Ujjain as the origin point. Dr. Gary provides spotlight on major countries including the US, India, Russia, Turkey and China. Overall, with the New Year occurring this year between two eclipses (December 26, 2019 and January 10, 2020) and the chart for the New Year having so many planets located on one sign, this year looks difficult for major governments, diplomacy, organized religion and even long distance travel. Dr. Gary also provides a glimpse into the Eclipses with high level predictions of all Zodiac signs.

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in Astrology such as Nadi Astrology and Vastu Shastra. Mr. Ramadas Rao presents a perspective on Nadi Astrology to analyze horoscopes and draw predictions for a successful marriage. The method offers an alternative model to the usual method of Lagna based predictions. In his article, Ramadas Rao examines horoscopes of two couples and demonstrates how one can analyze the charts using the principles of Nadi Astrology.

Vastu is a science that establishes harmony between people and nature. When people are in sync with natural elements, then nature helps in maintaining balance and smooth flow of energy that are required for any activity. Dr. Veeramaneni provides deep insights on the core principles of Vastu and its application on home and corporate offices. The principles applied for Home and Corporate are different. You can read through the article to learn the guiding principles while designing residential structures or corporate offices. The article also highlights the key benefits one can derive by practicing Vastu in life.

In today’s hyper connected and fast paced world, “depression” is becoming increasingly rampant.

With the rise of depression, especially amongst youngsters, Astrology comes as a boon and a preventive remedy to treat such a condition.

Astrologer, Mr. Subhash Sharma throws light on various forms of depression, causes of it and explains the planetary combinations that lead to depression in humans. He also shows example of a chart to depict the relevance of planetary positions causing acute depression. At the end of the article, check out a few remedies that can be administered to tackle depression and how to overcome it.

Determining death of a native has been a critical aspect of Astrology. We all know the Navamsa

Chakra and we use for various purposes in Jyotisha.

Parashara, Varaha Mihira and Jamini Maha Rishi’s have given us some very fine methods to determine the longevity of a native. In this article, Mr. Nemani Venkata Raghunatha Rao shares one such method to determine death of a native using Khara Navamsa. He has found this method working very well with Pushya-Paksha Ayanamsa. In his article, he has shared pointers on how to use this method and illustrated the principles with a few very wellknown political leader’s charts to demonstrate its application. It is indeed a great method that can be considered by Astrolgers, however with caution.

We are pleased to have Sat Siri Khalsa, a Jyotish practitioner as well as a teacher of Kundalini Yoga to contribute to our January edition with her deep knowledge on Astrology. It is an opportunity to share her insights on Parashara teachings and the power of Graha Lagna Chakra. Parashara has given more than one way to consider bhavas and more than one way to understand drstis. Please read the complete article to get a thorough understanding of Graha Lagna Chakra from none other than Sat Siri Khalsa.

Parama Pujya Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, seer of Avadhoota Datta Peetham inaugurated a branch Ashrama in Varanasi, the ancient pilgrim town in Uttar Pradesh on 10th November 2019. It is indeed a proud moment for all of us. To commemorate this inauguration, a rare form of Shiva Homa known as “Ati Rudra Yaga” was planned in the nearby Chetsingh Maidan from the 14th – 24th November 2019. We are delighted to share with you, a detailed report of all the events and highlights of Swamiji’s stay in Kashi. It was a splendid event to witness for all those present there.

We wish you all a very happy and prosperous New Year!

Raman Suprajarama Senior Editor, The Astrological eMagazine

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World Trends and Predictions for 2020 | Dr. Gary Gomes

General Map of the New Year

Dr. Gary Gomes, BA, MBA, Ed.D. Dr. Gary Gomes has been a Vedic Astrologer since 1990. He is an ordained Swami of the Temple of Kriya Yoga and served as the Vice President/President of the Council of Vedic Astrology. He has taught at Kepler College and American College of Vedic Astrology (as a Board Member). Many of his articles have been published internationally. Dr. Gomes has appeared on both the radio and TV channels and has been one of the few astrologers who predicted Donald Trump’s victory at the November 2016 US Elections. With many awards and titles, he is respected as one who can convey complicated principles of Jyotisha in an easy and understandable manner.

In order to do world predictions, I use three charts; one for the year in question starting at midnight January 1, 2020; one for the sunrise rising sign (both using Greenwich, UK as the location), and one for Makar Sankranthi, the start of the sign Capricorn that occurs on January 15, 2020 at 7:15 AM using Ujjain as the origin point.

The Midnight chart gives a Virgo rising sign; the Sun rises in Sagittarius in the morning.

The planetary placements of the chart at New Year’s show Mars in Scorpio, a cluster of planets (Mercury, Jupiter, Ketu, Sun, Mercury, Saturn by ascending degree), Venus in Capricorn, Moon in Aquarius and Rahu in Gemini.

If we take the Sunrise time, no planets change signs, but the Moon changes Navamsa positions from Aries to Taurus.

The Navamsa positions of both charts are both the same; with Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter in

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the fourth house in Cancer; Mars, Sun and Ketu are in Leo; Saturn is in Sagittarius in the ninth house, and Rahu is in Aquarius in the 11th house.

The consistency of the Navamsa positions is not surprising; the Navamsa ascendant of Aries can fluctuate a bit, as picking the beginning of the rising sign in which the Sun sits would probably not be every astrologer’s first choice, but I use equal house/sign for simplicity’s sake.

General Map of Makar Sankranthi For Makar Sankranthi, Mercury moves to Capricorn, Venus moves to Aquarius, Moon moves to Leo, and the Navamsa positions of the planets are Sun and Saturn in Sagittarius, Mercury in Capricorn, Rahu in Aquarius, Moon in Cancer; and Ketu in Leo; and Mars is in Libra and Venus in Scorpio.

Overall, with the New Year occurring this year between two eclipses (December 26, 2019 and January 10, 2020) and the chart for the New Year having so many planets located on one January 2020

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Words of Wisdom

by Avadhoota Datta Peethadhipati Jagadguru Parama Pujya Sri Sri Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji

“Happy New Year to all. This year, make a resolution to close your eyes and meditate for 10 minutes every day. Learn the right way to breathe.

We all breathe only to stay alive, but in fact, we should breathe to stay healthy. Enroll in a Kriya Yoga class nearby.�

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Architecture in Ancient India |Bangalore Niranjan Babu

The ancient Indians, rather Hindus, had a wonderful civilization. One of the proofs of this great civilization was their amazing architecture. The magnificent temples, palaces, forts and wonderful caves of ancient India are even today standing tall and strong in spite of the onslaughts of mlecchas over a length of time. These are the marvels of human ingenuity at a time when the so-called technological advancement of today was not there. Travelers from across the world are excited and amazed at the great architectural skills of the ancients thousands and thousands of years ago. It is said that the ancient architecture of India was so amazing that the early European observers did not find words, sufficiently intense, to express their wonder and admiration.

Each piece of architecture of the ancient Indians gave importance to strength, durability apart from beauty. In fact, these were the primary qualities of the Hindu Style of Architecture. Thornton says: “The ancient Indians erected buildings, the solidity of which has not been overcome by the revolution of thousands of years.”

Temple of Borobudur Havell in his book Indian Sculpture and Painting describes the 8th/9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple of Borobudur as “The great building from the basement to the seventh storey was adorned with a series of wonderful sculptures and reliefs extending in the aggregate for a length of nearly three miles.”

He concludes, “There is no living artist within the boundaries of Europe who can produce anything, either in painting or sculpture to be placed side by side with these wonderful reliefs.”

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The temple consists of nine stacked platforms, six square and three circular, topped by a central dome.

It is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues. The central dome is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues, each seated inside a perforated stupa. The temple demonstrates the influences of Gupta Art and Architecture and reflects India’s influence on this predominantly muslim region (of Indonesia).

Prambanan Temple, Indonesia The Prambanan Temple is another 9th-century Hindu temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, dedicated to the three primary Gods known as Trimurthi - Brahma, the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver and Maheswara (Siva), the destroyer (of evil). The temple is located approximately 17 kilometres northeast (eashyanya or the space of God) of the city of Yogyakarta on the boundary between Central Java and Yogyakarta provinces. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Sir Stanford Raffles, British Governor of Java, says, “In the whole course of my life, I have never met with such stupendous and finished specimens of human labour.”

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Accurate Marriage Predictions With Nadi | H. Ramadas Rao Marriage is a lifelong journey that thrives on love, commitment, trust, respect and companionship. Therefore, it is extremely important to ensure that one leads a happy and fulfilling married life.

Ramadas Rao, presents a perspective on Nadi Astrology to analyze horoscopes and draw predictions for a successful marriage. The method offers an alternative model to the usual method of Lagna based predictions. The author examines horoscopes of two couples and demonstrates how one can analyze the charts using the principles of Nadi Astrology.

Introduction Since time immemorial marriage has been the greatest of all institutions in human society, across all cultures. Marriage is a sacrosanct union. It is also an important social institution. Marriages in India are between two families, rather two individuals. If so, then why some marriages lose its charm and slowly fade away resulting into separation? How do we try and get accurate predictions that can result into a successful marriage?

H Ramadas Rao was born in 1952 in a traditional Madhva Brahmin family of Kashyapa Maharshi lineage from Surathkal near to Mangalore. Through the Blessings of Shri Raghavendra Swami Ji of Mantralaya, he started learning Jyotish with the books written by Shri B.V.Raman. In 1991, he got a Mantra Diksha from a Shri Vidya Upasaka from Udupi. His interest in Jyotishya increased and he studied Jaimini Jyotishya and later Nadi Jyotishya from Shri R.G.Rao. He regularly writes articles on Nadi Jyotishya in his Facebook page and currently teaching Nadi Jyotish in Surathkal.

Traditionally, we have followed the Lagna based predictions for evaluating horoscopes for a marriage. I would like to present here, a different method, which is based on Nadi Astrology for evaluating horoscopes and deriving predictions for marriages.

In the Lagna based predictions, we normally consider 7th house from Lagna and its lord, 2nd house and its lord, and 11th house and its lord along with Karaka of marriage that is Shukra or Venus. Whereas, in Nadi Astrology, • Guru or Jupiter is the Karaka of Jeeva and indicates male natives. • In female natives Shukra or Venus is Stree/Female Karaka but Jeeva Karaka remains the same i.e. Guru or Jupiter.

Already the double transit theory of Guru or Jupiter and Shani or Saturn is famous, and we can agree that this Sutra as almost an accurate method to predict a marriage.

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Yearly Predictions for 2020 | Lalitha Donatella Riback

The New Year 2020 arrives on the heels of a powerful solar eclipse in Sagittarius on December 26, 2019.

What’s exceptional about this annular eclipse is that it involves six of the nine Vedic planets, including the ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter.

While it’s important to remember that according to the Vedic tradition eclipses are not auspicious omens, and viewing the eclipse with our physical eyes should be strictly avoided, the Sun will nevertheless be quite a spectacle with its luminous ring caused by the Moon.

The eclipse occurs at 9 degrees 58 minutes in Moola (meaning the ‘root’), a nakshatra or lunar mansion ruled by Ketu.

The planets involved in the December 2019 solar eclipse are Saturn, Ketu, Jupiter, Sun, Moon, and Mercury.

Eclipses can seem like wild cards that often reveal their true effects only weeks (and even months) after their occurrence.

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Aftermath of the December 26, 2019 Solar Eclipse The countries in which the eclipse is visible include -Saudi Arabia, Qatar, India, Sumatra, Borneo, Guam and the Philippines, South India, Indonesia, and Singapore.

These countries will witness a stronger impact of the eclipse.

Usually eclipses announce some natural events like hurricanes, telluric movements, bad weather, political crises, and pressure on the personal and professional levels.

You might feel more stressed in relationships or lose confidence in your capacities during this time.

But for everyone, the eclipse is usually felt with some tension and confusion.

The most affected signs will be: • Taurus (eclipse in the 8th house of sudden events) • Gemini (eclipse in the 7th house

of relationships & business partners) • Cancer (eclipse in the 6th house of health) • Leo (ruled by the eclipsed Sun in the house of creativity) • Virgo (in the 4th house of home and mother) • Sagittarius (eclipse house) • Capricorn (eclipse in the 12th house of hidden events) • Pisces (10th house of work & career) Of course, among Sagittarians, those who have the Moon or Sun or ascendant in Moola nakshatra might experience more stress, and undergo changes in personality, activities and relationships.

But despite this impactful eclipse, positive change can also be expected in the following few months, as auspicious Jupiter in Sagittarius will gain more strength, and Saturn, the planet of work achievements, will be strong in Capricorn from the end of January 2020.

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The Power of Vastu Shastra for Effective Home and Corporate Spaces | Dr. V. R. Veeramaneni

Vastu is a science that establishes harmony between people and nature. When people are in sync with natural elements, then nature helps in maintaining balance and smooth flow of energy that are required for any activity.

Dr. Veeramaneni provides deep insights on the core principles of Vastu and its application on home and corporate offices. These can be used as guiding principles while designing residential structures or corporate offices. The article also highlights the key benefits one can derive by practicing Vastu in life.

Introduction to Vastu Shastra

nutshell, Vastu is also about having “right activities at right place.�

Application of Vastu for Different Structures

Vastu in Sanskrit means place of dwelling and originates from the Vedas. Vastu is the science that, not only lays down the principle for construction of the place where people can live or work but is also a manifestation of energy into material form.

Vastu is a science which explains the balancing of five elements in net usable area. The five basic elements are Space, Water, Air, Fir and Earth and they exist not only inside us but around us too and can be related to specific zones of home and workspace.

The most important aspect considered while formulating the Vastu shastra is magnetic field of the earth, which has significant influence on human life. In a

The origin and anatomy of Vastu shastra is based on the principle of the five elements of creation.

According to Viswakarma Prakashika, Samarangan Sutradhar the house constructed according to the principles of Vastu gives all kinds of happiness, wealth, wisdom and peace. It also gives freedom from debts. The basic purpose of ancient Indian Sciences such as Ayurveda, Yoga and Vastu, is to achieve respectively a balance state of body, mind and the living space, because this state of balance bestows upon us health, wealth, prosperity, happiness and much needed peace of mind.

Vastu is nothing but Indian traditional architecture which can apply to construct any building including residential, commercial, corporate and industrial. Vastu principles can be applied for any type of buildings but can be applied differently depending on purpose of the building. For example,

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Vastu can used for residential buildings to attain good health and harmony for the families.

For commercial buildings, Vastu can be to used for multiple businesses by single or multiple owners. A corporate office is the main office, also called the headquarters, of a corporation.

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Jyothisha Pitamaha Dr. B. V. Raman weather and political forecasts, disease diagnosis, natural calamities, management and other areas in relation to celestial phenomena.

Born in in 1912 in a small village of Hunasamaranahalli, and going through the grinding mill of village life and responsibilities, Dr. Raman grew under the guidance of his grandfather Prof.

B. Suryanarain Rao. Dr. Raman’s spent his life entirely in the study of relation between cosmic and terrestrial phenomena. He was able to demonstrate by his writings and predictions made through THE ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE, his lectures, research papers and other media that Astrology was a science of cosmic influences affecting human life.

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Dr. Raman restarted THE ASTROLOGICAL MAGAZINE in 1936 and was the Chief Editor for over 62 years. This unique case of single individual editing a monthly magazine uninterruptedly for over six decades merits a place in the Guinness’ Book of World Records.

Dr. Raman travelled round the world a number of times representing India at the Astrological Congress held at Cambridge, England and the International Astrology Conference at New York. He delivered lectures in Germany, England, France, Italy, Austria, Holland, Canada, Japan and the United States of America, addressing Universities, medical associations and educational and cultural institutions on different aspects of astrology, Hindu astronomy, philosophy and Indian culture. Dr. Raman was the first to deliver a lecture on ‘Relevance of Astrology in Modern Times’ in 1970 at the United Nations, New York, which evoked much interest in diplomatic circles.

Dr. Raman founded an all India body, the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences (Regd.) in 1984 to regulate the study and practice of astrology in the country with Chapters in Bangalore, Madras, Delhi, Kanpur, Trivandrum, Patna and other cities. He inspired and motivated the intelligentsia to take up the study of astrology as a serious pursuit.

In 1992, Dr. Raman, on a visit to the United States of America to deliver the keynote address of the First International Symposium on Vedic Astrology held at San Rafael, California, mooted the idea of a national forum for the study of Astrology.

Thereby American Council of Vedic Astrology was founded under Dr. Raman’s blessings by a group of Americans.

Countless people in that country have taken to the study of Vedic Astrology. In 1993, Dr. Raman founded Raman & Rajeswari Research Foundation to promote the cause of Astrology, Yoga, Vastu, Ayurveda, Vedanta, and other aspects of eastern culture. Niranjan Babu, his son, is now the Chairman of the Foundation.

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levels. He delivered the keynote address at the First International Symposium on Vedic Astrology in October 1994 at San Rafael, California, U.S.A. when he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his services to the cause of astrology. He was conferred the title of ‘Man of the Year 1995’ award by the Centenarian Trust, Madras, formed in the memory of the Kanchi Paramacharya, in February 1996.

He was the inaugural speaker and chief guest at the National Conference on Disaster and

Technology held at Manipal on 25-9-1998. He was assisted in his activities by his devoted wife Mrs. Rajeswari Raman who took keen interest in the study of Yoga, especially in its application to women. She visited Europe and America several times and delivered demonstration-talks on Yoga.

Dr. Raman’s recreations included lawn tennis and gardening. A teetotaler of the strictest order, he was a classic example of the ideal of the Rishi of ancient India in modern world, with his exemplary life of simple living and high thinking. It would not

be an exaggeration to describe Dr. Raman as, ‘Na Bhooto Na Bhavishyati’ - Never before, never again. There will not be another like him.

Niranjan Babu, Dr. Raman’s son continuing the great work of his father is publishing The Astrological eMagazine, both as a print and online edition.

His son Raman Suprajarama, Senior Editor of The Astrological eMagazine, is the 16th in lineage of scholars in Jyothisha, Vedanta, Mantra Sastra, etc.

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Accurate Marriage Predictions With Nadi FEMALE CHART

In this chart, Jiva Karaka Guru is in Kumbha Rashi and 11th from him is Pati Karaka Kuja in Sagittarius or Dhanu Rashi ruled by Guru. So, the marriage is promised to this female native.

Now let us see the planetary arrangements on the day of marriage.

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A Report by Sruthi

Parama Pujya Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji in Kashi, 10 – 24 November, 2019 Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, seer of Avadhoota Datta Peetham inaugurated a branch Ashrama in Varanasi, the ancient pilgrim town in Uttar Pradesh on 10th November 2019. The Ashrama is located in the Kedar Ghat region in old Kashi area near Ganges river. The small Ashrama of 1500 sq ft building was planned since 2009.

To commemorate this inauguration, a rare form of Shiva Homa known as “Ati Rudra Yaga” was planned in the nearby Chetsingh Maidan from the 14th to 24th November 2019. A sprawling hanger to seat 8000 persons was erected and on the stage were 11 Homa Kundas for Rudra Yaga, 1 Homa Kunda for Chandi Homa and three Homa Kunda for Koti Datta Yaga 140 priests from Karnataka, Andhra, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh were invited to officiate this rare form of Shiva worship Sri Ganapathy Sachidananda Swamiji and his Junior, Sri Datta Vijayananda Teertha Swamiji were present on all 11 days. Food was served for more than 1,20,000 people who came across from India and several foreign countries.

Swamiji gave lecture on the story associated with the greatness of Kashi and sang soul stirring Bhajans. Below is a detailed report of all the events and highlights of Swamiji’s stay in Kashi.

Parama Pujya Sri Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji conducted a 11-day-long Ati Rudra Maha Yaga on the banks of the sacred Ganga River at Chet Singh Ghat in the most ancient and holy city of Varanasi (Kashi/Banares) from 14-24 November 2019. Thousands of devotees from all parts of the world flocked to the timeless city to experience the once in a lifetime Ati Rudra Yaga in the presence of His Holiness Sri Swamiji and Sri Bala Swamiji, in the precincts of the most holy garbha Kashi region of the city, in the month most dear to Lord Shiva: Kartheeka Maasa.

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akin to garbha-vasa, or spending 9 months in the mother’s womb.

10th November: Arrival of Swamiji

The sprawling Chet Singh Maidan was covered with a large hanger and the main stage on the banks of the Ganga was constructed to include: 11 Homa Kundas (named after the Ekadasha Rudras) for Ati Rudra Yaga, 1 Homa Kunda for Shiva Panchakshari Homa, 1 Homa Kunda for Chandi Homa and 4 Homa Kundas for Datta Koti Yaga. Tens of thousands of devotees witnessed the Homas and purnahuti on all eleven days which started at 7 AM and lasted until the afternoon daily.

Pujya Swamiji and Bala Swamiji performed Sri Chakra Puja on

After being received by Sri Bala Swamiji in the morning on November 10th at the nearby famed Chintamani Ganapathy Temple, Sri Swamiji inaugurated the Datta Peetham branch by unveiling a stone plaque. Sri Swamiji spoke on the occasion and implored all to spend as much time on the Kashi pilgrimage in Shiva Dhyana and explained how sleeping for 9 nights in Kashi removes the bonds of life and death, as it is

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Determining Death by using Khara Navamsa | Dr. Nemani Venkata Raghunatha Rao

Dr. Nemani Venkata Raghunatha Rao is from Parvatipuram (Near Vizag), AP, India, lives in San Francisco, USA. Dr. Raghunatha Rao has been practicing Vedic Astrology since 2002. With a doctorate in Business Management by profession. he considers H. Ramadas Rao, Pt. Sanjay Rath, Pt. Dakshinamoorthy Ramasamy and Swami Omkar as his Jyotish Teachers. Dr. Rao has recently received Jyotish Visharada from Council of Vedic Astrology (CVA), USA.

We all know the Navamsa Chakra that we use for various purposes in Jyotisha. Parashara, Varaha Mihira and Jamini Maha Rishi’s have given us some very fine methods to determine the longevity of a native. In this article, I will be sharing one such method to determine death of a native using Khara Navamsa. I found this method is working very well with PushyaPaksha Ayanamsa. I have used the following pointers and illustrated the principles with few very well-known political leader’s charts to demonstrate its application. Before venturing into the death analysis and predictions, it is very important to pray to Lord Siva with a Rudra Mantra “Om Namo Bhagavate Rudraaya”.

Let us understand what is Khara Navamsa. Jataka Parijata, Chapter V, Verse 56 says that 22nd Drekkana from that of the Drekkana occupied by the Lagna is called Khara Sthana.

The 64th Navamsa from that of Navamsa occupied by the Moon

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is called the Khara Navamsa and by using this sensitive point we can determine a native’s death or longevity. Any of the modern Astrology software programs will calculate this easily.

Principles to follow 1. Identify the 64th Navamsa from Lagna or Moon 2. Identify dispositor of 64th Navamsa from Lagna or Moon 3. Death will take place whenever Rahu Transits on to the above Graha(s) or in 7th from it or have Rasi Drishti.

Notes: 1. I have used Pushya-Paksha Ayanamsa in this analysis.

2. It’s quite likely that the birth details you find elsewhere are slightly different from those I’ve used here.

3. Consider Jamini Rashi Drishti only here.

4. Appropriate Maha Dasa need to support the death of the native, in addition to this Rahu Transit(s) method.

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Tackling Depression Through Astrology | Subhash Sharma

Depression is becoming a common mental health condition today. There are many possible causes of depression, including genetic structure, stressful life events, medications, medical problems and so on. It’s believed that several of these forces interact to bring on depression. With the rise of depression, especially amongst youngsters, Astrology comes as a boon and preventive remedy to treat such a condition.

Author Subhash Sharma throws light on various forms of depression, causes of it and explains the planetary combinations that lead to depression in humans. The author also shows example of a chart to depict the relevance of planetary positions causing acute depression. At the end of the article, check out a few remedies that can be administered to tackle such cases.

Subhash Sharma is a vedic astrologer from Chandigarh. He has completed Jyotish Bhushan course from ICAS. His experience spans solving issues related to profession and career, marriage and love, health and others.

For depression in humans, number of planetary combinations and other factors are responsible. Planetary factors indicate the chances of depression to native. But most times it’s our practices that triggers the depression. Similarly if you have petrol then a single spark can ignite the fire and turns the situations critical and difficult to deal.

Many of us today suffer from depression. Unfortunately, many people indicate strong inclinations and influence of depressive tendencies.

Let’s look at the various planets responsible for depression in humans.

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What is Depression?

There are many studies and research conducted on the subject of ‘Depression’. Depression is major depressive disorder, is a mental health condition marked by an overwhelming feeling of sadness, isolation and despair that affects how a person thinks, feels and functions. Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest and can interfere with your daily functioning. It is a state of mind in which native does not feel happy. He over thinks and his thoughts overplays in his mind.

Some of the common causes of depression:

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Realizing The Power of Graha Lagna Chakra | Sat Siri K Khalsa

Sat Siri Kaur is a mentor in the Parasara Jyotisha Course and in the Jaimini Scholar Program both led by Pt. Sanjay Rath, who teaches in the Orissa tradition of Sri Acyutananda. This article is a bit of research on a small topic of the Parashara teachings.

Sat Siri Khalsa Sat Siri Khalsa is a Jyotish practitioner as well as a teacher of Kundalini Yoga. An honors graduate of Harvard University, Sat Siri Kaur has lectured around the world and written on many topics in Vedic astrology, about health, wealth, spiritual and physical healing, and financial astrology. She was named a ‘Jyotish Kovid’ by the Indian Council of Vedic Astrologers under Dr. B. V. Raman, who sparked the renaissance in Jyotish studies in the West. She has been honored also as a ‘Jyotish Brihaspati’ and as a ‘Jyotish Medhya Prayag’.

Sat Siri is certified as a Jaimini Scholar, one of a select number of graduates in this advanced traditional teaching. She is a mentor for both the Parashara Jyotish Course and the Jaimini Scholar Program as taught by Pt. Sanjay Rath. She is Provost of the Council of Vedic Astrology in USA, furthering its work of certifying new practitioners.

Her mission is to encourage excellence in learning yogic science as embodied in Jyotisha and in mantra shastra.

Currently she is helping organize the first annual Parashara Jyotisha Conference of America (www.pjcoa.com) to be held May 5-11, 2020, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, which will feature teachings on the Panchanga (the Five Pillars of Time in the Horoscope) with speakers including Pt. Pandit Sanjay Rath and Pt. Suprajarama Raman.

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Parashara has given more than one way to consider bhavas and more than one way to understand dṛṣṭis.

One very useful if seldom applied method, is to read an equal house chakra from each of the family of grahas in a horoscope. Use the graha’s own degree as the lagna point and every house is 30 degrees further around the zodiac from this. The cusps, or bhava sandhis, are firm dividers of the houses.

In the Nadis, grahas are known to be emanating pulses, which leap out as packets of light and sound.

Each planet has its unique bija or seed sound that repeats in a cosmic jaap. These pulses carry dṛṣ, or light and meaning. Dṛṣ is the root for darshan as well as dṛṣṭi. When a graha has dṛṣ on another graha it is getting to know the other graha. The

planet looking is the dṛṣṭa graha, and the planet being seen is the dṛṣya graha. Ultimately we can add values for all these dṛṣṭis and understand which graha in the chart is receiving the most quality of light and knowingness, and which is lacking the most.

This allows us to find which faculties of our humanness are strongest and weakest, so it is a most valuable topic. Many astrologers study only the sum of the dṛgbala, the total virupas given to aspected grahas, but it also is worth comparing how a planet puts out dṛṣ, as dṛṣṭa graha, to how it receives dṛṣ, as dṛṣya graha.

Knowing leads to wisdom, so all dṛṣ ultimately will become sattva guna, even when it is the dṛṣ of a malefic, in which case the knowledge can come through some trouble. The more dṛs, the more knowledge and the more learning from experience, the more sattva accumulates. Since grahas are conscious beings with iccha shakti or desire, dṛṣ brings the fruits of the desire.

The ordinary rasi chakra shows karma, but the Graha Lagna Chakra shows the learning from karma.

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members. There can be realization of domestic comforts. Youngsters will have to spend more time and efforts in picking up new subjects that can help you shape your future career prospects. Your ability to stay focused will be put to test quite often and you must not succumb to the same.

Aswini: Though there can be a smooth sail for most the year, you will have to face some challenges both on the domestic and professional front. The latter part of the year will require you to be watchful about health.

Bharani: There can be an increase in your reputation. Financial position can improve. There can be overall progress for professionals.

You need to pay attention to health and do not neglect symptoms.

Krittika 1: Financial gains are likely. Weakness and fatigue can cause some trouble often. You will be able to progress well on the professional front. Though there can be some issues on the domestic front, you will be able to resolve them.

VRISHABHA (Taurus) Krittika 2,3,4, Rohini and Mrigasira 1,2 Krittika 2, 3, 4, Rohini and Mrigasira 1, 2 Professionals are likely to see a sustained growth through the year.

There can be a promotion or the like which can help you to handle new initiatives. Though the stride is positive, you will have to be The astrological emagazine

watchful of pitfalls that are likely if you act in haste. It is important that you take informed decisions and seek help on important matters.

Be watchful of not getting into any legal issues. Business professionals will have weather some rough patches this year. There might not be a smooth sail most of the time and persistent efforts and dedicated focus will be essential. There can be much dissent within, and it is important that you pay attention to detail. It is also in your best interest that you pay attention to existing commitments and stick to the deliverables. Finances will have to be managed with utmost care. Though there can be some income, losses are likely if you are not watchful. It is important that you pay attention to your health. It is best that you resort to preventive care. Situation on the domestic front will be a mixed bag. There can be some misunderstanding leading to humiliation. It is best that you keep a low profile. You should be careful in choosing your associates as it can cause much hardship. You might also not be able to give your complete attention on important issues which can cause trouble for you and your loved ones. If you are inclined, you might tend to spiritual practices more often. Youngsters must be watchful of their time management. Distractions can make you lose focus and falter. Advanced study prospects can get better in the later part of the year.

Krittika 2, 3, 4: You will be able to stretch out and help those in need.

You might turn to religious practice often. Professionals are likely to see overall progress. Any plans to invest in property can materialize.

Rohini: You might be able to recover from any past illness.

There can be some hinderance to

achieve your goals at the workplace.

Persistent efforts and patience will be essential ingredients to achieve your goals.

Mrigasira 1, 2: Financial plans can go haywire if you are not watchful.

Domestic issues might cause some trouble. It would be important to be careful about the company that you keep. A calm approach to resolving issues will work to your favor.

MITHUNA (Gemini) Mrigasira 3,4, Aridra and Punarvasu 1,2,3 Professionals will be able to garner good support from co-workers and there can be some breakthrough.

You might be able to put together a brave face on multiple challenges.

New opportunities can come knocking but you may not be able to capitalize on them unless you put in extra efforts. Constant upgradation of skills will be essential to stay relevant. Business professionals are likely to do well and there can be good traction if you are adept in handling challenges. There might be a need to involve the expertise of consultants on important business matters. There may not be a smooth sail for business transactions due to internal rifts. Financial situation can look good through the year.

However, the later part of the year can pose some tough challenges.

You will have to pay attention to your health all the time. Preventive care will be essential. Try to stay clear of activities that can lead to mishaps. You might tend to pay less attention which can lead to tough situations on the domestic front.

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