Rahu & Ketu:  Using Mean Node vs. True Node?

Rahu & Ketu: Using Mean Node vs. True Node?

So, what exactly are the nodes of the Moon? Well, they are shadow, not physical, planets, also known as Rahu, the North Node, and Ketu, the South Node.  They are deemed to be critical points in a birth chart, paving the way for karmic analysis and judgment.  Lets have...
Vargottama Planets:  Double the Power?

Vargottama Planets: Double the Power?

Essentially, vargottama refers to planets occupying the same sign in Rashi chart as well as the Navmasha chart.  This planet is said to give double the results during its Mahadasha, whether that is auspicious or challenging depends on what the planet signifies in your...
What is Good Karma?

What is Good Karma?

We hear this word so often.  Karma.  So what exactly is Karma? Some say it is the law of cause and effect.  Karma is action, whether physical or mental, that results in a consequence.  Some say Karma is what will happen to you in your next life based on what you do in...
Planets Aspecting the Ascendant

Planets Aspecting the Ascendant

In Chapter 34 of a classical Vedic treatise, Saravali, the effects of planets aspecting the ascendant are indicated. Saravali elaborates on the Lagna bhava (ascendant sign) by narrating the influences of various Grahas (planets) on the Lagna (ascendant).  While the...
AtmaKaraka Planet: What is your Soul Purpose?

AtmaKaraka Planet: What is your Soul Purpose?

Atma means the soul and Karaka means indicator, to make or do, to produce or create, and also that which is instrumental in bringing about an action. The AtmaKaraka planet, or soul planet, is the one that you have the most karma to work with in this life. It is the...