Lesson 2 Flashcards
(22 cards)
What are the seven principal planets in Vedic Astrology?
Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn
These planets rule the twelve zodiac signs.
Which signs are ruled by the planet Venus?
Taurus, Libra
Venus is associated with love and beauty.
Which signs are ruled by the planet Mars?
Aries, Scorpio
Mars represents aggression and energy.
What are the four elements associated with the twelve signs?
Fire, Earth, Air, Water
Each sign is linked to one of these elements.
Define Cardinal signs.
Outgoing and enterprising
These signs initiate action.
Define Fixed signs.
Intense, steadfast and resistant to sudden change
These signs maintain stability.
Define Mutable signs.
Variable and adaptable
These signs are flexible and changeable.
What are the characteristics of Fire signs?
Assertive, open and aspiring
Fire signs are known for their enthusiasm.
What are the characteristics of Earth signs?
Practical, steady and grounded
Earth signs focus on the material world.
What are the characteristics of Air signs?
Sociable and communicative
Air signs are known for their intellect and social skills.
What are the characteristics of Water signs?
Sensitive and instinctive
Water signs are deeply emotional and intuitive.
What does the zodiac represent?
A circular band of the heavens divided into 12 sections
Each section constitutes a zodiacal sign.
What is the starting point of the zodiac?
0° Aries
Aries marks the beginning of the zodiac circle.
What are the Lunar Mansions in Vedic astrology?
27 stellar constellations known as Nakshatras
Each Nakshatra has its own characteristics.
What does the 1st house in astrology correspond to?
The Ascendant (or Rising Sign)
It indicates the sign rising on the eastern horizon at birth.
List the order of planets in Western astrology.
Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn
This order is based on their distance from the Sun.
What is the Vedic sequence of planets based on?
Rulership of the days of the week
Each day is associated with a specific planet.
Which planet rules Sunday?
Sun
The Sun is associated with vitality and leadership.
What is the term for the birth chart in India?
Chakra or Kundali
In the West, it is referred to as a horoscope.
How is the North Indian chart diagram oriented?
Counterclockwise
This style emphasizes the houses more than the signs.
How is space measured in astrology?
Degrees (°), Minutes (‘), Seconds (“)
60 seconds = 1 minute, 60 minutes = 1 degree.
What does the Ascendant/1st house represent in a birth chart?
The position of the zodiac sign rising at the time of birth
It sets the stage for the entire birth chart.
