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“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. 

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.