The definition of Jyotish or Vedic astrology

this is a holy science of prediction originated in India during the Vedic period. The Vedang (limbs of Veda) the Hindu scriptures of custom and practice has been divided into 6 parts such as Shiksha (science of pronunciation), Chhanda (Vedic hymns), Vyakaran (Grammar), Nirukta (Etymology of Veda), Jyotish (Vedic astrology) and Kalpa (Vedic Ritual). The jyotish is considered as the eyes of Vendang. As we know the human being is incomplete without the presence of eyes, so in Vedang. It is incomplete with the absence of Vedic jyotish. This is a part of Vedang that deals with astronomy and astrology. So the astrologer who is well versed in jyotish (Indian system of astrology) should have knowledge of astronomy the movement of stars and planets on the heavenly body. The science of Jyotish is a technology which not only predicts the human fate by means of the stars and planets but also fixes the auspicious time to undertake any activities. Basically, the auspicious time is fixed by the planets such as; Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu on the celestial body. There are many sorts predictive system prevailing in India and has spread all over the world. Currently, Parasharic astrology is in vogue. So, the Parshara Shamhita is a popular ancient Vedic classic on astrology. Apart from this, there are other predictive system prevailing across the world such as; Jaimini Jyotish and Bhrigu Jyotish etc. There are treatises like Parashar Shamhita, Phala Deepika, Saravali, Briht Jatakam and Prasna Marg considered being more scientific and accurate

The origin of Vedic Jyotish

The jyotish or Indian vedic astrology is a predictive science that speaks all about human fate. It is by far the old predictive science by means of nine planets heavenly abode. The jyotish has an esoteric meaning in Sanskrit i.e. ( ja-yo-teesh) means science of light. It popularly known as vedic astrology around the world. Further, it is synonymous to hindu predictive science or Indian astrology. The art of foretell basically originated from Veda the sacred scripture of Hindu. Jyotish is the study of planetary influence on human being as well as entire creation. In a nutshell, the entire world is impacted by the planetary forces on the celestial body. This esoteric science of prognostication is the contribution of our sages whose research and power of clairvoyance has been prevailing in the globe from time immemorial. The Hindu saints and philosopher have leaded an ascetic life to explore the veracity of the God. They have made us realized that the creation is in existence due to the presence of divine being or God. The laws of nature contributes it support in sustaining the life on the earth. We all are influenced by the almighty such as; human being, animals, trees and plants. Al l the five elements have been created nine planets

and natural laws. These five elements create the ambience in such a manner that suits everybody. It brings self-confidence and force which helps to sustain us.

An introduction to Vedic astrology

The sages from ancient time have researched on the planetary influence on human affairs and on natural world. There are nine planets such as Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu as per the Indian Vedic astrology that influence the world. Hindu astrology is different than western astrology. The Indian predictive science use Nirayan system of horoscope; while, western predictive science uses Sayan (sidereal) system of horoscope. The Vedic horoscope is based on Moon sign and the western astrology is based on Sun sign. The Vedic system of prediction uses 9 planets and 12 rashis and 27 Nakshatra. The 12 Rashis are Mesh (Aries), Vris (Taurus), Gemini (Mithun), Cancer (Kark), Singh (Leo), Kanya (Virgo), Tula (Libra), Vrischik (Scorpio), Dhanu (Sagittarius), Makar ( Capricorn), Kumbh (Aquarius) and Meen (Pisces). The nine planets, 12 Rashis and 27 Nakshatra influence the entire world. The health, wealth, siblings, friends, children, diseases, debt, enemy, marriage, death, spirituality, business, career, profession, source of income and expenditure can be predicted by means of Vedic astrology. The specialty of Indian astrology is its remedy. The remedial measure in Indian system of predictive science is by far the most popular in the world. There are many kinds of remedy such as puja, gemstones, Yantra, mantra and Rudraksha etc. Some of the books on Vedic astrology are quite popular in the world. The book Parashar Hora Shastra is the best in both mathematical and predictive astrology. The books on popular Vedic astrology are Saravali, Phaldeepika, Prasna Marg, and Sarvarth Chintamani also quite popular among the students of astrology.

The Three Divisions of Jyotish or Vedic astrology

The traditional jyotish has been divided into three parts such as Sidhhant, Samhita and Hora. Siddhant Those who are well versed in Siddhant (astronomy) are called Sidhhants (astronomer) The Sidhhants deals with arrangement of the stars and planets on celestial abode and its movement. There are many popular books on Sidhhants such as; Arya Bhattiyam and Surya Samhita by Aryabhatta, Sidhhant Siromani by Bhakaracharya and Briht Samhita by Varahmihir etc. These books contribute the knowledge of mathematics and astronomy. Moreover, these treatises are being used for the purpose of almanac which helps to cast the horoscope of a baby. Samhita Those who are at home with Samhita are called Samhitas. This science deals with the prediction pertaining to earthquacke, floods, economic affairs, volcanic eruptions, epidemic, weather, agriculture and rainfall etc. The science of predicting mundane affairs are called mundane astrology. Hora The science of Hora deals with the predication of human affairs. The horoscope is calculated as per the planetary position on the sky at the time of birth. The 12 zodiac sign (Rashi) and 9 planets (Nav grah) are taken into account while foretelling human fate. The auspicious time or Muhurt is also fixed by the help of Hora Shastra. It is called electional astrology in English. The Hora Shastra or predictive astrology is popularly known as Indian astrology in the western world.

The Vedang
The Vedang is the part of Veda i.e. the limbs of Veda the holy scripture of Hinduism. The Veda has possessed Vedang, Upanishads, Itihas and Vedic astrology etc. The Vedic astrology has been comprehensively described in Vedang. The Vedang has been divided in to six part such as; Shiksha, Chhanda, Vyakaran, Nirukta, Jyotish and Kalpa. Shiksha Shiksha is the part of Vedang that teaches all about pronunciation, syllables and conjunction etc. which teaches the student to recite Vedic hymns accurately.

Chhanda Chhanda Shastra is used to construct the versatile Vedic hymns. It was probably written during 5th century BC to 6th century BC. Vyakaran Vyakaran deals with Sanskrit grammar that tells all about the origin of words, making complex sentences and formation of words etc. Nirukta Nirukta deals especially with the etymology of incomprehensible words those are available in Veda. Basically, it is the dictionary of complex and obscure words of Veda. Jyotish Jyotish is the predictive technic available in the Veda that tells all human fate. The horoscope is cast as per the planetary movement on the sky at the time of birth. The entire world is influenced by the planetary forces. Kalpa Kalpa says all about rituals, sacrifice and ceremonies as per the scripture of Veda. All the household ritual, sacrifices and ceremonies have been written extensively in this sacred scripture.

An Introduction to Yantra
The Indian Vedic astrology has remained intact due to the presence of remedial measures. There are many kinds of remedial measure in astrology such as gemstones, Rudraksha, Yantra, Mantra and many other kinds of remedy. Yantra is one of them. The Yantra is an object that is made of Bhoj Pata (kind of leaf), gold, silver and copper etc. The Yantra is a sacred geometrical diagram that consists of lines, crosses and angels etc. it looks extremely beautiful. The Yantra has some kind of esoteric or mystical power which plays an important role in getting fortunes, health, marriage and business etc. In the modern days of astrological prediction the Yantra has a vital role in dispelling negative planetary forces. The people have started to use it for the purpose of material benefits and also for power as well as position. The Yantra has been seen in India a household puja material in the temple at home. The people have belief that it brings fate and fortune. It is considered as shield that protects human life from any kind unforeseen events.

The etymological meaning of Yantra in Sanskrit is a device or an instrument. The Yantra represents Gods that based on Indian ancient and Vedic geometry as well as mathematics. Yantra is extremely vital in worshiping God as the oil to lamp. By installing a Yantra in the place of worship at home one can fulfill the desired result. It is beneficial in all walks of life. It brings health, wealth, business, fortune, peace and good luck etc. The Yantra should be engraved by a knowledgeable person with proper guidance