फलानि ग्रहचारेण सूचयन्ति मनीषिणः ।
को वक्ता तारतम्यस्य तमेकं वेधसं विना ॥
Dear Readers,
Wishing all the readers a very happy Ugaadi!
The powerful cosmic alignment on the day of Ugaadi is undoubtedly at its very best providing significant benefits for the entire world. During this auspicious time of the year, with everyone planning their most important life events, let us look at what does Ugaadi has in store for you this year.
In this edition of March 2020, our chief editor Bangalore Niranjan Babu shares his knowledge on certain astrological combinations that are indicative (or not indicative) of progeny. As Dr. Raman says no hard and fast rules can be laid for giving out predictions. The review of a horoscope should be holistic and remedies are possible. Good power of judgement is necessary to indicate the results. The strength of planets and their aspects are very important.
You can see a few combinations that indicate children or no children. Remedial measures considering the favourable Dasas and Bhuktis (major and minor periods) and the planetary transits can assist the wife in conceiving.
We bring to you a special 2-part article on “Women, their life stages and how Astrology can make them win” A woman’s life and body go through enormous and magical changes every few years. Both at biological and psychological level. We aim to offer an in-depth study and analysis of the key phases and milestones in a woman’ life, and how can Astrology has the power to empower a woman and be her best friend to come out a winner.
It’s great news for the world that Saturn, the slowest of the Vedic planets and the great teacher of wisdom and altruism, is moving to Capricorn on March 24, 2020 to remain until March 17, 2023. Saturn is perhaps the most influential planet of all. Hear it from Lalitha Donatella Riback about the characteristics of Saturn and the transforming power of Saturn. The author offers guiding principles for analysing Saturn’s results while analysing horoscope. A thorough analysis of the impact of Saturn on all the Moon signs and the remedies is offered in the article.
Divorce rates are increasing alarmingly across the world. While non-marriage remains extremely rare in India, the number of divorcees has doubled over the past two decades, revealed a report from United Nations. There is no single reason for this trend. It should be in our best interest to protect this wonderful institution of marriage.
Interestingly, Tattvas play a significant role in determining the chances of a divorce. Dr. Nemani Venkata Rao provides great insights on how Lagna, Sun, Moon and 7th Lord’s and their placement in Rasi and its associated Tattvas can impact a marriage. An analysis of 7 charts of couples provides an understanding of how the Tattva principles can be applied and benefit in analysing horoscopes for predicting marital discord. The professions and careers we choose has a significant impact in making us who we are and most importantly determines our financial position. It continues to have an impact as we live, by building our personality daily. Therefore, choosing the right and appropriate profession and planning our career path is extremely critical. Astrology can serve as a great tool to help in identifying the right professions based on inherent strengths and weaknesses of individuals. Most importantly, parents have to show keen interest in helping their child in making such critical decision and support them throughout.
Sulakshana Kshirsagar shares her knowledge on how one can understand and realise the different career possibilities based on Zodiac signs. She also provides insights on suitable Gems one can consider wearing for better career progress.
Upanayana is an important milestone in the life of men. Hence, knowing when to perform this ceremony is critical. Nadi Jyotisha has a unique and accurate method to predict when Brahmopadesham takes place. Read the article by H. Ramadas Rao to learn more about Nadi method for predicting Brahmopadesham, along with example charts for better understanding of the principles.
We have heard of Rudraksha, a seed used in performing of prayers. Rudraksha is one of Lord Shiva's vedic names and Akṣa means 'teardrops'. Thus, the name means "Lord Rudra's teardrops." Wearing Rudraksha offers tremendous benefits to humans – most importantly it helps in maintaining mental and physical balance. However, some amount of confusion prevails around which Rusdraksha one should consider wearing. Dr. E S Neelakantan, in his article provides an overview of the various Rusdrakshas based on the number of faces and the Astrological significance and properties of each Rudraksha.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue. If you would like to share your views with us, feel free to reach out to me at info@astrologicalmagazine.com
Raman Suprajarama