Astrology

“Bhāvārtha Ratnākara” is an ancient text by Rāmānujācārya on Vedic astrology, based on bhāva lordships, combinations for individual ascendants, as well as numerous yogas and results of Daśās. Though a relatively small book, it has many hidden gems on principles of astrology. 

The Vedic system of astrology is based on a calculation of 27 stars (constellations). These constellations are also known as Nakshatras, and they measure uncanny human characteristics, natural inclinations, needs, motivations, and present an accurate reading of what makes us tick in the realm of relationships. In Indian astrology, the Nakshatras are thought to be filled with energies that influence our destinies based on the position we were born into.

shri mantreswara's 'phaladeepika' holds a most distinguished position amongst the great ancient astrological classics alongwith brihat parasara hora sastra, varahmihira's brihat jataka and vaidya natha's jataka parijata. it deals in a most comprehensive and authoritative manner with almost all the astrological aspects of human life. there can be said to be nothing that this great work has
omitted from its purview. some of the important subjects dealt with in a lucid manner in the book are: description and characteristic features of the various signs, planets and bhavas (houses), the various kinds of strengths of planets and their awasthas with their
effects, sources of livelihood, yogas or planetary combinations leading to affluence and poverty, effects of planets in different houses, effects of different ascendants, female horoscopy, matters relating to matrimony and progeny determination of longevity, judgment of houses, various kinds of dasas and their effects, ashtakavarga and its importance in the judging of effects of transit of planets, transit effects of planets and constellations, and description and influence of upagrahas.

The Astrology Guide is the perfect title for this highly informative book by longtime astrologer Claudia Trivelas. It takes you on a guided tour of all aspects of this ancient art, allowing the reader to either search out bits of astrological wisdom that are of specific interest or to acquire the kind of wide-ranging knowledge that leads to expertise.

In order understand the terms and the philosophy of this divine science of Vedic astrology, it is necessary to understand the background of how the ancient sciences are perceived to be created and their interpretation by the Hindus. Various ancient sciences are said to be revealed by various deities to different sages at different points of time in order to help human beings survive in this world. Lord Shiva is said to have can help overcome suffering of the common man by knowing what the future holds in store for him. Devarshi (sage of Gods) Narada, who was present at the time of this revelation, is said to have carried it to Prithvi Loka (Earth), the abode of human beings.