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G= Grah pravesh To begin with, Vedic Astrology is known as jyotish worldwide. Jyotish is Hindi word which means to illuminate or to give light. Jyotish is an ancient system of Indian astrology. It is based on the principles and teachings found in the Vedas.
Besides, Specialists also known as astrologers, work on the calculations of planetary positions and movements of stars and planets. They convert their findings and conclusions into predictions.
“Vedic astrology is an integral part of our lives. Since birth till death, its influence and presence affects us from the core. We are made up of five elements aka Agni (Fire), Prithvi (Earth), Jal (water), Vayu (wind) and Aakash (sky). Same way, rashis and constellations are also based on these five elements.” Surprisingly, these predictions or foretellings are not new to humans. Since ages, different cultures and different civilizations have been witnessing the impact of astrology on mankind.
Additionally, while surfing history we will see that there is a great influence of astrology on people’s lives all across various societies. Further, the cultural diversity in which astrology plays a role demonstrates its universality and widespread recognition.
Vedic astrology is astrology derived from Vedas. According to vedas, its origins can be traced between 1500 BCE and 500 BCE. Although, there is prominent Vedic texts of Hinduism which contain references to celestial bodies, their movements, and their influence on human life. This branch of Vedic knowledge is called jyotish shashtra.
Likewise, Rigveda, contains hymns that mention the celestial deities, such as the Surya (Lord Sun), Chandra ( Lord Moon), and the Ushas (dawn). Similarly, Yajurveda tells us about astronomical calculations related to the Sun and the Moon.
With passage of time, scholars and sages expanded the study of vedic astrology to further level. Apparently, renonwned sage Prashara, sage Bhrigu and sage Vahar Mihira wrote vital jyotish texts namely Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Bhrigu Sanhita and Jataka Parijata repectively.
Today, Vedic astrology is practiced and valued by many individuals, both in India and around the world.
Moreover, all the cultures and religions perform almost same calculations. Their adoption of different methodology to study the stars and planets do fetch same outcomes and results. Similarly, each and every individual is conscious of his future. All of us, are eager to know the future possibilities and want to act in best possible way to tackle things. In each faith and culture, every one is concerned about his future challenges. Hence, astrology highlights the possible future events and its lasting significance on ones social and personal life.
Hinduism and Vedic astrology have a deep and interlinked relationship. Vedic astrology finds its roots in ancient Hindu scriptures, Vedas. Vedas are the pillars of Hinduism. To read more about it, you can read our blog on Hinduism.
Although, followers of Hinduism behold Vedic astrology at each and every stage of their life. “when a child is born in Hindu family, there is happy event. Firstly, the parent of the infant perform the namakaran samskara of the child. For this, they rush to astrologer for knowing shubh muhurat and janamkundli (horoscope) of the kid. Thus, importance of Jyotish is never denied.
“We can not miss the festivities and celebration in India. To know the exact date of each festival, we check the muhurat and planetary position. Makar Sankranti is one of the festival related to our jyotish. Even the ritual of watering the Sun in the morning by each Hindu is a set example. Here, the native is following the ritual since birth, although he might be aware of the astrological benefits of getting good vibes from the Sun”. Evidently, astrology has become a fundamental element of religious ceremonies.
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