Lesson 1 Flashcards
(23 cards)
What is Jyotish?
Vedic Astrology
Jyotish is the traditional Hindu system of astrology that interprets celestial influences on human affairs.
What does the term Ayanamsha refer to?
The shift backwards of approximately 23 degrees from the Tropical to the Sidereal zodiac.
What are the two main types of zodiac used in astrology?
- Tropical zodiac
- Sidereal zodiac
How does the Vedic approach to sign interpretation differ from Western astrology?
Vedic astrology emphasizes the position of planets in houses, while Western astrology focuses on the sign positions.
What does the ‘House equals Sign’ method entail?
The whole of the Rising Sign constitutes the first house, and the following sign constitutes the second house.
What is the Navamsha chart used for in Vedic astrology?
It provides additional information regarding long-term relationships and indicates how natal chart indications manifest.
What are the North and South Nodes of the Moon called in Vedic astrology?
Rahu and Ketu.
True or False: Traditional Vedic astrology includes the outer planets Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
False
What is a yoga in the context of Vedic astrology?
A union or combination of certain planetary factors.
Which divisional chart corresponds with career insights?
Dashamsa.
What is the primary significance of the Navamsha chart in Vedic astrology?
It is regarded as the horoscope of the soul.
Fill in the blank: The most used divisional chart in Vedic astrology is the _______.
Navamsha.
What is the primary source text for Vedic astrology authored by Parashara?
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra.
List two Western authors recommended for studying Jyotish.
- Astrology of the Seers by David Frawley
- Light on Life by Defouw & Svoboda
What is the Lahiri Ayanamsha known for?
It is considered the most reliable starting point for the Sidereal zodiac.
What should one do to convert a Western birth chart to a Vedic chart?
Deduct the Ayanamsha value from all zodiacal positions.
What is the significance of the 10th divisional chart?
It provides additional information regarding a person’s career.
Fill in the blank: The Rashi chart is also referred to as the _______.
main sign chart.
What is a common practice in Vedic astrology regarding divisional charts?
Using up to 15 divisional charts derived from the main chart.
What do esoteric astrologers believe about the Navamsha chart?
It represents the horoscope of the soul.
What is a significant difference in the interpretation of planets between Vedic and Western astrology?
In Vedic astrology, the sign position of a planet conveys different information compared to Western astrology.
True or False: The modern rulerships of planets apply in Vedic astrology.
False
What is one method recommended for calculating astrological charts?
Using a quality Vedic computer program.
