Vedic astrology, also commonly known as Jyotish, is an ancient astrology that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. It is rooted in the Vedas, which are the oldest texts of Hinduism. In this article, we will share the fundamentals of Vedic astrology.
The Birth Chart (Janam Kundli)
The foundation of Vedic astrology is the birth chart, which is the representation of the positions of the planets at the birth of an individual. Every chart is divided into twelve houses, each house representing different aspects of life, such as career, health, enemies, love, kids, and spirituality.
The Twelve Houses
Each house represents a specific meaning in a birth chart. Here is the easiest way to understand the basics of every house:
First House: Self, personality, and physical appearance
Second House: Wealth and family
Third House: Communication and short journeys
Fourth House: Home, mother, and emotions
Fifth House: Education and Children
Sixth House: Enemies, service, and conflicts
Seventh House: Marriage and partnerships
Eighth House: Secrets, transformations, and occult
Ninth House: Spirituality and long-distance travels
Tenth House: Career and reputation
Eleventh House: Friendships and profits
Twelfth House: Isolation, losses, and spirituality
The Nine Planets
There are nine planets in total in Vedic astrology. Sun, Moon, Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu are the nine celestial bodies considered planets in Vedic astrology. You can read about these planets in detail on worldauthors.org.