Jyotisha or Jyotishya (from Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyóti- "light, heavenly body") is the traditional Hindu system of astrology, also known as Hindu astrology, Indian astrology and more recently Vedic astrology. The term Hindu astrology has been in use as the English equivalent of Jyotiṣa since the early 19th century, whereas Vedic astrology is a relatively recent term, entering common usage in the 1970s with self-help publications on Āyurveda or yoga. Vedanga Jyotishya is one of the earliest texts about astronomy within the Vedas.[1][2][3] However, some authors have claimed that the horoscopic astrology practiced in the Indian subcontinent came from Hellenistic influences, post-dating the Vedic period.[4] Some authors argue that in the mythologies Ramayana and Mahabharata, only electional astrology, omens, dreams and physiognomy are used but there have been several articles and blogs published which cites multiple references in those books about rashi (zodiac sign) based astrology.

This book has been written mainly for beginners who can learn Hindu astrology without having to learn anything by rote. They must do the exercises given at the end of each chapter systematically, again and again. There are many who have read many books on astrology and developed an incurable astrological constipation. It will be difficult for them to start with a clean slate as they cannot unlearn what they have. Yet, this book may help them remove some of the cobwebs in their minds. They have their minds cluttered with dogmas which they mistake for astrology.

The easiest way to learn astrology is to start with yourself. Your astrological birth chart is a powerful tool for gaining a deeper understanding of your unique gifts, talents, challenges, and life's purpose. As you begin to decipher the wealth of information in your own birth chart, you'll experience astrology in a personally meaningful way—which makes it easier to understand and remember. Once you learn the basics of astrology, you'll be able to read the birth charts of yourself and others. This friendly guidebook is the most complete introduction to astrology available. Popular astrologer Kris Brandt Riske presents the essentials of astrology in a clear, step-by-step way, paying special attention to three areas of popular interest: relationships, career, and money. She explains the meaning of the planets, zodiac signs, houses, and aspects, and how to interpret their significance in your chart. Over 30 illustrations, including the birth charts of several famous people—Al Gore, Oprah Winfrey, Brad Pitt, and Tiger Woods, to name just a few—add a helpful visual dimension to your learning experience. Practical and positive, Llewellyn's Complete Book of Astrology offers techniques for using astrology to identify the qualities you seek in an ideal mate, realize your career and financial potential, calculate your luck, and discover your inner strength.

Unlock the mysteries and insights of Indian astrology Vedic astrology--known as Jyotish in its home of India--can be a powerful channel of insights and revelations in your daily life. But how to unlock this complex tool? Vedic Astrology for Beginners breaks down the core concepts of Vedic astrology, showing you how to analyze your birth chart to better understand your personality, relationships, and life path. Discover the ancient origins of Vedic astrology and its differences from Western astrology. Explore detailed profiles of each planet, zodiac sign, and the other essential elements of a Jyotish natal horoscope. With these foundational steps, you'll gain a better understanding of your physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences--and even begin to anticipate your future. In Vedic Astrology for Beginners, you'll find: Key components--Learn the basic elements of Vedic astrology, including the planets, signs, houses, and lunar mansions--each representing or influencing areas of your life. Chart your birth--Get started on analyzing your birth chart with a primer on the processes of assembly and evaluation, plus an example chart analysis. Astrological resources--Explore a glossary of helpful Sanskrit terms and determine your exact planetary placements with handy calculation charts. Relieve stress and start bringing balance to your life with Vedic Astrology for Beginners.

The book gives an overview of Astrology & concepts required to understand a horoscope.The uniqueness of this book lies in having various complex fundamentals presented in a simple way to remember.This makes thereaders of this book to grasp the concept quickly with interest.The Author has made this book exclusively for novice or dummies, who usually feel difficult in knowing the basics.It helps them to learn the simple concepts with ease, so that later they can read and learn advance concepts without much effort.

What if what you thought all your life to be your zodiac sign was Wrong? People who think they are Arians, could actually have their Sun in Pisces. More than three quarters of the world's population have been assuming the wrong zodiac sign. Can 12 types capture the mind-boggling diversity of personalities in the world? Astronality-186 systematically demonstrates that the various permutations and combinations of Sun, Mercury and Moon, correctly placed, create 186 distinct personalitytypes, not just 12. Which of the 186 types are You? Narendra Modi is not just a meticulous and hard-working Virgo, but also a zealous and decisive Scorpio, aka VirScorp. Salman Khan is not a stuffy, politically correct and conservative Capricorn, but an outspoken, passionate and rebellious Scorpio-Sagittarius-Aquarius ie, ScorpSagAqua. Sachin Tendulkar is not a bull-headed Taurean, but a forceful, powerful, playful yet down-to-earth AriSagPisces. Barack Obama is not a flamboyant and arrogant Leo, but a sensitive yet tough TauCan. Etc... Know your true zodiac sign and understand the psyche of the people who matter in your life.

Vedic Astrology is a complex subject and one needs to consider various aspects to conclude on a native’s horoscope. This book is an attempt to offer the basic steps in a simplified manner to analyze the horoscope at an elementary level. It is important to understand the mythological stories for each planet , to understand the effects it has on a chart. Therefore, you will find that this book is a mix of mythology, and process towards analyzing a chart. The key takeaway of Vedic Astrology is to understand oneself and one’s life path, one`s strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and pitfalls and the reasons why one`s life path unfolds in a certain manner.