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There is a lot of contradiction on how divisional charts are used in Jyotish.  Some astrologers only look at the sign a planet is placed in.  They then look at the lord of that sign and see if it is strong or weak in the Rasi chart.  However, they claim that Yogas and Aspects are not to be used in divisional charts. This is one section that I strongly disagree with.  And I abide by my teacher, James Kelleher, in the way he uses divisional charts. A divisional chart should be read exactly like a birth chart, but in relation to the particular chart you are looking at.  So if you are looking a the Navamsha, it stands for spouse.  If you are looking at the D-7 chart, it stands for children.  If you are looking at the D-10 chart it stands for career.  So the particular Yoga in the chart will focus in on only that area of your life. Let us take an example at why we analyze a divisional chart just as we analyze a Rasi chart, including Yogas and asp...

According to Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS) the Atmakaraka is of prime importance in a chart.  The Atmakaraka is like the King of a chart, and the other planets will give their effects based on the strength of the King (Atmakaraka). If the Atmakaraka is strong, then the other karakas in the chart will give good results, and the weaker planets will not give their adverse results fully. If the Atmakaraka is weak, then even if there are strong planets in the chart they will not fully give their beneficial effects. How do you find the Atmakaraka? The Atmakaraka is the planet that has traversed the most degrees in the sidereal zodiac out of all the planets.  It is the planet with the highest degrees.  If there are two planets in the same high degree, then check the minutes and then the seconds. Out of the nine Grahas (planets), only Ketu is not included as Atmakaraka.  Rahu is included, but 30 degrees are to be deducted from Rahu to determine his kara...

Do you have Moon in Vishakha Nakshtra? If you do, then one of your greatest desires in life is achievement. You are not satisfied with settling for less in your pursuit for success. You thirst and crave achievement and the glory and power that comes with it. The symbol for this Nakshatra is a gateway covered with leaves. This gateway takes you down the path of achievement and success. The Shakti, or power of expression, is to achieve many goals, or that "one" goal in life. And you will. This Nakshatra gives you the desire, the one-pointed attention, and the perseverance needed to achieve your goals. The deity of this Nakshatra is Indragni, and by self-sacrifice and prayer boons may be granted to you such as health, beauty, and intelligence. Vishakha stands for "the forked one." Consequently, you have two roads or ultimate goals to choose from in pursuing your ambition. The first is the worldly pursuit of all the material blessings, happiness, and c...

Do you have Moon in Swati Nakshatra? Swati Nakshatra is ruled by Vayu, or deified wind. Therefore, this Nakshatra's Shakti (power of expression) is to scatter like the wind. It expresses the desire for freedom and to move like the wind in all directions. It is a wanderer, a traveler, a seeker, and a messenger. If you have Moon in this Nakshatra, you do not like to be constrained in any one place or situation. You will try to run away if you feel like a situation or person is trying to tie you down. And you may not do this consciously. It is just that you are on a quest for freedom and fresh air. Vayu represents the divine breath of the gods. A strong Moon placed here will give you the ability to purify your mind and body through the power of breathing exercises effortlessly. You may have a natural talent for achieving deep meditative states through Pranayama.  Vayu also represents celestial music and you will show a desire or inclination towards music and artisti...

What exactly are the planets which are called "Yogi, Avayogi, and Duplicate Yogi?" In Vedic Astrology these are actually very important planets you should know about. Without knowing this, you miss out on very important and accurate predictions in your readings.  So let's get to the core of the matter right away. These are their definitions: Yogi: This is the planet which gives rise to prosperity in the best way it can. Avayogi: This is the planet which obstructs prosperity in the best way it can. Duplicate Yogi: This is the planet which supports prosperity, although to a lesser degree than the Yogi. Now that you know what these planets represent, how to analyze them in your chart? The easiest way to begin is to see what Dasa/Bhukti you are running. Are you running the Dasa or Bhukti of either the Yogi, Avayogi, or Duplicate Yogi? That is the most direct way. If you are not running the Dasa or Bhukti, check to see if the Dasa/Bh...

In analyzing an individual’s chart, the most simple and accurate way to approach this is to focus on one area of life at a time. Each area of life is indicated by many factors. Analyzing each factor, and then summing it all up is the best approach. There may be negative influences in the chart, but there may also be positive influences which will ameliorate the negative forces and provide hope. It is important to look from all different angles to make the best judgment. Let us take a look at the steps we can take to analyze a birth chart and provide a successful astrology reading.   Analyze the house that represents that area of life –First we look at the house itself. Are we analyzing relationships? We start with the seventh house. Are we analyzing children or career? We look to the fifth and tenth houses respectively. We check to see what planets inhabit that house. These planets will affect the house in two different ways. They will affect it based on thei...