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Step-by-step guides to understanding Vedic astrology — from reading your first kundli to decoding planetary periods. Rooted in classical texts, written for modern readers.
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How to Read a Kundli (Birth Chart): Complete Step-by-Step Guide
To read a Kundli, first identify the Lagna (ascendant) in the first house, then note which planets sit in each of the 12 houses, check which Rashi (zodiac sign) each house falls in, and finally analyze planetary aspects and conjunctions to interpret life events.
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How to Know My Rashi: Find Your Moon Sign by Name or Date of Birth
Your Rashi is determined by the position of the Moon at the time of your birth. You can find your Rashi by entering your birth date, time, and place in a Kundli calculator. Alternatively, in Indian tradition, Rashi is also assigned by the first letter of your given name.
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12 Houses in Astrology (Bhavas): Meaning, Significations & Planets
The 12 houses in Vedic astrology represent all areas of human life: 1st (self), 2nd (wealth), 3rd (siblings/courage), 4th (home/mother), 5th (children/creativity), 6th (health/enemies), 7th (marriage), 8th (longevity/transformation), 9th (luck/dharma), 10th (career), 11th (gains), 12th (losses/moksha).
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9 Planets in Vedic Astrology (Navagrahas): Meanings, Traits & Significations
Vedic astrology uses 9 planets called Navagrahas: Sun (soul/authority), Moon (mind/emotions), Mars (energy/courage), Mercury (intellect/communication), Jupiter (wisdom/expansion), Venus (love/luxury), Saturn (discipline/karma), Rahu (worldly desires/illusion), and Ketu (spirituality/detachment).
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What Is Mahadasha? Vimshottari Dasha System Explained
Mahadasha is the major planetary period in Vedic astrology's Vimshottari Dasha system. Each of the 9 planets rules a major period (6-20 years) in a person's life. The total cycle is 120 years and begins from the Moon's Nakshatra at birth. The ruling planet activates areas of life corresponding to its house placement and significations.
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What Is Yoga in Astrology? Types of Yogas and Their Effects
In Vedic astrology, a Yoga is a planetary combination in the birth chart that produces specific results — either highly positive (Raja Yoga, Dhana Yoga) or challenging (Daridra Yoga, Grahan Yoga). Yogas are formed by the relationship between house lords, planet positions, and specific conjunctions or aspects.
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New to Vedic astrology? Begin with knowing your Rashi, then learn how to read a kundli. Understanding the 12 houses and 9 planets gives you the foundation to interpret any birth chart.
All guides are based on Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS), Phaladeepika, and Jataka Parijata — the foundational texts of Vedic astrology.