In Vedic Astrology, that ruler is none other than your Lagna Lord — also known as the Chart Lord or Ascendant Lord.It represents you — your personality, vitality, health, and overall approach to life. Every other planet, house, and yoga in your chart operates through the filter of your Ascendant (Lagna) and its ruler. Understanding […]
The Concept of Dispositor: Following the Chain of Rulership
In dispositor Vedic astrology, each planet’s power is linked through a rulership chain, revealing deeper connections and hidden influences in a chart. Understanding the dispositor (sign lord) reveals who influences whom in your chart. It’s like discovering the chain of command in a cosmic organization — the hidden thread connecting all planetary energies. In this […]
Understanding Planetary Friendship and Enmity
If you’ve ever looked at your Vedic birth chart (Kundli) and wondered why certain planetary combinations seem harmonious while others bring challenges, the answer lies in the system of planetary friendship and enmity, known in Sanskrit as Graha Maitri. In Vedic astrology, every planet has its own personality, just like people do. Some planets share […]
Retrograde Planets in Vedic Astrology: Meaning and Impact
If you’ve opened your Vedic birth chart (Kundli) and noticed a few planets marked as retrograde, you might have felt confused — do they move backward? Are they bad? Or do they hold some secret power? In retrograde planets Vedic astrology, planets appear to move backward, symbolizing deep introspection, karmic lessons, and intensified energies. In […]
Analyzing Planetary Combustion Near the Sun
Have you ever noticed planets clustered near the Sun in your Vedic birth chart and wondered why astrologers call them “combust” or “burnt”? This phenomenon is known as Planetary Combustion — or Astangata Graha in Sanskrit — a powerful concept that can change how a planet behaves in your life. In this guide, we’ll explore: […]
What is Moolatrikona? Special Planetary Positions
In Vedic Astrology, while we often hear about exaltation and debilitation, there’s another subtle and fascinating layer of planetary dignity called Moolatrikona — the root zone of a planet’s power. In Moolatrikona Vedic Astrology, planets occupy special zones of strength where they express their natural qualities with balance and stability. It’s not as extreme as […]
Understanding Exaltation and Debilitation of Planets
In Vedic astrology, this difference comes down to one key concept — Exaltation and Debilitation, known in Sanskrit as Uccha and Neecha. It’s one of the most essential principles for understanding planetary strength and dignity in your chart. In this guide, you’ll learn — step-by-step — how to find which planets are strong (exalted) and […]
Reading Conjunctions: When Planets Occupy the Same House
That’s what astrologers call a planetary conjunction or Graha Yuti. It’s one of the most dynamic, fascinating parts of Vedic Astrology — because when planets come together, they blend their energies. Sometimes they create brilliance; other times, tension. But always — they demand attention. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to read conjunctions in […]
How to Identify Planetary Aspects (Drishti) in Your Chart
That mysterious concept is called Drishti — literally meaning “sight” or “glance” in Sanskrit. In Vedic Astrology, planets actively influence other houses through their planetary aspects Vedic, shaping various areas of life and destiny. If you’ve ever asked, “Why is my Mars affecting my 7th house even though it’s not placed there?” — you’re about […]
Understanding Your Sun Sign vs Moon Sign vs Rising Sign
Maybe your Sun sign says you’re bold and confident — yet you often feel quiet and introspective. Or perhaps people tell you that you seem completely different from how you feel inside. That’s because you’re more than just your Sun sign. In Vedic astrology, your true personality emerges from the sacred trio known as your […]