Vedic Astrology Guides

Plain-language articles on how Vedic astrology (Jyotish) works, written for readers coming to it for the first time. Start with whichever topic matters to you.

• What is Vedic astrology?The basics of Vedic (Indian) astrology, also called Jyotish: how it differs from Western astrology, why your sign may shift, and how Dasha periods describe timing. Includes why it is said to be accurate, and its limits.
• What a free Vedic astrology reading can show youWhat you actually learn from a free Vedic astrology reading: what is calculated from your date, time and place of birth, what the free part covers, and what lies beyond it.
• Marriage timing and compatibility in Vedic astrologyHow Vedic astrology (Jyotish) reads marriage: the 7th house, Venus and Jupiter, the Navamsha (D9) divisional chart, timing through Dasha and transits, and how compatibility between two people is assessed.
• Career, job changes and wealth in Vedic astrologyHow Vedic astrology (Jyotish) reads work and money: the 10th house for suitable work, the 2nd and 11th houses for income, the D10 divisional chart, and how Dasha shows periods favourable for a career change.
• How to read a Vedic astrology chartHow to read a Vedic (Indian) astrology chart: North and South Indian chart styles, the ascendant (Lagna) and how houses are counted, planetary strength, and the role of the D9 divisional chart, in reading order.
• Reading the Dasha (planetary periods)Vimshottari Dasha, the timing system of Vedic astrology (Jyotish): how the 120-year cycle is calculated from the Moon's Nakshatra, the character of each planetary period such as Jupiter, Saturn and Rahu, and how to read Mahadasha and Antardasha.
• What are Nakshatras? The 27 lunar mansionsThe 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) of Vedic astrology (Jyotish): how they differ from the 12 signs, their link to character and Dasha, a full list with ruling planet, sign and keywords, and how to find your own Moon Nakshatra for free.