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Contents Editorial .........................................................................................................................................................3 Jupiter’s column ........................................................................................................................................... 5 Einstein’s theory of relativity and Parashara’s views ............................................................................ 5 Sun’s column ................................................................................................................................................ 7 The Cosmic Man ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Moon’s column ........................................................................................................................................... 10 Human Classification – A different look into the caste system .......................................................... 10 Venus’ column ............................................................................................................................................ 12 Films, magic and message ...................................................................................................................... 12 Mercury’s column ....................................................................................................................................... 15 Is it a good year for crops? ...................................................................................................................... 15 Mars’ column ............................................................................................................................................. 20 Why did it hit Haiti? ............................................................................................................................. 20 Saturn’s column .......................................................................................................................................... 22 Objections to Astrology ......................................................................................................................... 22 Rahu’s column ............................................................................................................................................ 26 Jerusalem’s archives ............................................................................................................................... 26 Ketu’s column .............................................................................................................................................30 Mathematics, the highest of philosophies .............................................................................................30 Something about us ....................................................................................................................................34

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Editorial I actually have nothing to write about in this editorial but it looks odd to have a Volume of an e-zine with no editorial. Thus, I decided to present excerpts from a text that I have been reading lately called “Jyotish Kalpavriksha” [An Astrological Wish Fulfilling Tree, a loose English translation of the title of the book] by Narayan Chandra Jyotirbhushan Bhattacharya. What I really found interesting is the chapter devoted to free will verses destiny, a topic of continuing debate among astrologers.

The knowledge of astrology is necessary since by this knowledge, one becomes aware of one’s destiny (which is the result of one’s deeds). However, based on this, some argue that if everything is destiny based on one’s deeds and nothing can be altered, then despite one’s knowledge of astrology, one still has to undergo suffering in life as dictated by one’s destiny. In that case, what is the use of astrology at all? It has been stated in the ancient scriptures that even the Guru of the Gods, Jupiter, could not escape the results of his own deeds and faced the consequences of destiny. Likewise, learned men who have foreknowledge of future events cannot alter the course of destiny. Thus, one can see that free will is useless when compared to the divine will (destiny) which is a factor of one’s deeds carried over from past lifetimes.

Against what has been mentioned in the previous verse, the scriptures have also mentioned that if all is pre-destined based on the karma of previous births, then there should be no need to reap the soil to grow crops or give medical treatment to the sick so that they recover, since if it is the destiny of the crops to grow and the sick to recover they will nevertheless. It has been clearly mentioned in Bhagawad Geeta by Krishna that one can never be at rest without performing his karma (actions). If such statements are weighed, then actions in the present life gain prominence over the concept of destiny.

The concept that destiny is final and that man doesn’t need to do any action [karma] for his destiny is not a correct understanding of the ancient scriptures. Only a man who works hard for his goal shall be blessed with his destiny [or Lady Luck]. Ancient Yogis have said

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AIAC Times [Volume 2] that just as two wheels are required for a chariot to function, so does man need his own efforts [karma] and his destiny to function in life. This thought is also stated in the ancient text Hayan Ratna.

In the ancient text Samhita Deepa, it is mentioned that even if one has a righteous destiny, it won’t manifest until the right place, time and circumstances fructify. It is possible for destiny to smile on someone without any effort on their part but such an event is subject to time – only at the right time can such an event occur in one’s life – this is determined by the individual’s birth tithi, nakshatra and ascendant. It is mentioned in the Mahabharata that destiny, one’s own effort, and the right time serve as three wheels in one’s life, and move like a three-wheeled cart. It is only through the synchronization of these three factors can one achieve success and the goal of one’s life. Taking these factors into consideration, some are of the opinion that karma or one’s own action is superior to destiny.

Arguing against the theory that karma alone is superior, some state that if karma is superior to destiny then Raja Naal, Yudhishthira and Sri Ramchandra would not have been exiled or driven away from their homeland as their karma was spotless. However, it is also stated that the karma of previous lifetimes is carried over, the good or ill effects of which will still be felt by the native even if carried over a thousand lifetimes. The result of karma can never die. If the cause of distress of the previously mentioned great souls can be attributed to their past life karma, then can we solve the riddle of karma versus destiny? In the initial verses in this sub-chapter [discussion], it seemed that destiny was superior to karma. In the middle verses it seemed that karma was superior to destiny, and again in the end verses, it seemed that past life karma [which can be equated to destiny in some ways] was superior to other theories.

I shall continue the rest of the translation in the next volume [Volume III] of the AIAC Times.

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Jupiter’s column Einstein’s theory of relativity and Parashara’s Parashara’s views Special relativity (SR) (also known as the special theory of relativity or STR) is the physical theory of measurement in inertial frames of reference proposed in 1905 by Albert Einstein in the paper "On the Electrodynamics of Moving Bodies". It generalizes Galileo's principle of relativity–that all uniform motion is relative, and that there is no absolute and well-defined state of rest (no privileged reference frames)–from mechanics to all the laws of physics, including both the laws of mechanics and of electrodynamics, whatever they may be. One of the consequences of this theory is mentioned below: Two events that occur simultaneously in different places in one frame of reference may occur at different times in another frame of reference (lack of absolute simultaneity). Thus all things in life [including space, time and events] are relative in nature. Parashara rishi writes in Brihatparasharahora shastra-

Fortunes, wife's brother, religion, brother’s wife, visits to shrines etc. should be known from 9th House. Among other things, Parashara rishi mentions wife’s brother and brother’s wife to be analyzed from the 9H. The reason for this is known by all. 3H is the house of siblings and 7th from any house indicates the partner for the said house. 9H is 7th from the 3H thus indicating brother’s wife. One’s spouse is seen from 7H and 3rd from any house indicates the siblings for the said house. In this case 9H is 3rd from the 7H and thus indicates wife’s brother.

9th House and the 9th from Sun deal with ones father. Whatever effects are to be known from the 10th and 11th House, be also known from similar Houses, counted from Sun.

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We see another kind of relativity used extensively by Parashara rishi. He not only counts houses with respect to a particular house but also gives special status to zones counted from the “karakas” [primary significators] of the house under consideration. Parashara rishi repeatedly hints that the chart must be looked at from a totally relative perspective and never just from the Lagna. He himself defines Bhava Lagna, Bhava Chalit Lagna, Lagna and its variations for studying a chart and each of these Lagnas [ascendant points] are used for a very distinct and specific purpose. Parashara rishi is a firm believer of relativity in a chart and his principles if applied judiciously can explain the “why”s behind many other ancient dictums. In this article, I will work out one of them. Mahadeva in his classic Jataka Tattwa writes in the following in Dasama Viveka -

If the lords of the 6H and the 10H occupy the 10H in one’s chart, the father of the native will have intercourse with a woman who is not his own [meaning with someone other than his wife]. Now, 6H is 3rd from 4H which is the house of the mother. 6H thus becomes the house of competition to the mother and thus stands for the house of step-mother [or someone who competes with the mother]. 10H is the house of father with respect to social status and name. When the 6L [the controller of the 6H] is with 10L [controller of the 10H] in the 10H, it indicates association [very close union] between things signified by the 6H and the things signified by the 10H. Thus, Mahadeva states there will be sexual union between a woman [not a spouse] and the native’s father which suggests a very close relationship between the native’s father [10H] and the native’s stepmother [6H]. Let us now compare this example with a verse from yet another classic called Jataka Saradeepa by Nrisimha Daivagya. Nrisimha writes:

One with 6th Lord in the 10th house of the horoscope is an enemy of his own home, is cruel in nature, and has tremendous self respect. Such an individual engages in protection of dharma, nourishes his children and doesn’t like his mother. Such a result is more pronounced if the 6L is a malefic. The 6L is 3rd from the 4H and being in the 10H, it will make the native’s deeds adverse towards his home and mother. 6H is 2nd [nourishment] from the 5H and thus the native’s deeds would encourage protection of his children. 6H is 9H from the 10H and thus indicates dharma of the 10H and such a native would have tremendous self respect. 6H is 10th from the 9H [dharma] and thus the native’s deeds would lead to the protection [2nd from the 9H is the 10H] of dharma. One should always study the classics by understanding the “why” behind the dictums. ©Ancient Indian Astrology Classes

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Sun’s column The Cosmic Man Almost everyone is familiar with the term Cosmic Man [or Kaalapurusha] in jyotish. The Cosmic Man is the personification of the zodiac signs [twelve in number]. A rasi [or a zodiac sign] is assigned a certain anatomy of the Cosmic Man. The popular opinions of the ancients are provided below: Zodiac Sign

Parashara

Varahamihira

Badarayana

Bala Bhadra

Aries

Head

Head

Head

Head

Taurus

Face

Face

Face

Face

Gemini

Arms

Arms

Chest

Arms

Cancer

Heart

Heart

Heart

Heart

Leo

Stomach

Abdomen

Abdomen

Abdomen

Virgo

Hips

Waist

Waist

Waist

Libra

Space below navel

Bladder

Bladder

Bladder

Scorpio

Privities

Privities

Privities

Privities

Sagittarius

Thighs

Thighs

Thighs

Thighs

Capricorn

Knees

Knees

Knees

Knees

Aquarius

Ankles

Shanks

Shanks

Shanks

Pisces

Feet

Feet

Feet

Feet

I am not providing Sanskrit quotations for the above table but anyone interested can refer to Brihatparasarahorashastra, Brihat Jataka and Hora Ratnam. This article is not about the Cosmic Man and the zodiac signs that constitute his anatomy. This article is an attempt to answer the question “why” certain rasis make up a certain part of the Kaalapurusha. This article will attempt to answer why Leo doesn’t make up the head of the Kaalapurusha or why Libra doesn’t symbolize his heart. This is a moderately detailed topic and I will try to cover as much as I can in this volume’s Sun’s column.

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Fire

Earth

Air

Water

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

The head is the source of all creative energy in one’s body. The stomach is the energy zone for processing food which in turn produces energy for the bodily activities. The thighs carry the body to its desired location/destination. In fact it is the thighs that connect the upper body to the legs and the strength of the thighs are extremely vital to one’s movement. Aries (head), Leo (stomach) and Sagittarius (thighs) are assigned accordingly to the Kaalpurusha. The face is the most important factor for any employment. No employer wants to hire an employee who always has a frown on his or her face. We like to work with people who are pleasant in nature. In the corporate world, one’s aspect is a very vital factor for climbing the success ladder. The face has the mouth which is the source of all rajas in one’s life. We consume food [purchased with our earnings] through our mouth. We are relaxed when our earnings are good which shows in our face. We are tense when our earnings are not secure, which is also expressed in our face. The waist [or the hips] is the region which is most strained when one bends down or stoops. To understand this, let us imagine someone sowing seeds in the field or cutting grass. Such a person stoops and in this posture, the waist and hip muscles undergo a lot of strain. We need to serve society in one way or another, and for that we need to bend. Thus hips and waist are associated with labor. One’s ability to carry load is determined by the strength of his knees. Please look at the image alongside of Atlas carrying the globe. Strong knees are essential for carrying a burden on the shoulder since one must carry the load as well as move along in life with the load. This is the responsibility that one must carry in a position of power and strong knees are needed to do it.

Taurus (face), Virgo (waist) and Capricorn (knees) are assigned accordingly to the Kaalpurusha. When we wish to communicate with someone, we use hand gestures in accordance with their particular culture – be it Namaste, Salaam or a handshake. Before development of language, communication was primarily hand and arm movements.

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The most intimate union between two individuals is not possible without the involvement of genitalia. Legs are associated with sex appeal. The best way to associate and have fun with close friends and family is to travel, walk, and go to places with them – the modern term is vacation. Gemini (arms), Libra (genitalia) and Aquarius (legs) are assigned accordingly to the Kaalpurusha. The heart is the seat of emotion and the cause of happiness and sorrow alike. When the heartbeat stops permanently, the result is death and release of the soul from the body. The release of body excretion occurs through the privities be it waste excretion [anus] or seminal/vaginal fluids. The “feet” rest only when one sleeps or relaxes. Sleep has been compared to a state of temporary death or temporary release of all worries and anxiety. Touching the feet of someone respected is a Hindu custom and there is a basis behind it. The body energy enters through the head and leaves from the feet. Touching the feet of an elder or a guru helps one to absorb that person’s energy. Cancer (heart), Scorpio (privities) and Pisces (feet) are assigned accordingly to the Kaalpurusha.

Aries

Taurus Gemini

Cancer Leo Libra Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius

Pisces

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The figure alongside does not show Virgo and Scorpio since it can be best explained in a 3D figure and the back side of the figure is missing. Virgo is the waist and hips which is partially hidden in the figure. Scorpio cannot be shown in any figure within modest bounds since it deals with openings in the human body [anus/genital openings in men and women]. However, more important than denoting which rasi [zodiac sign] is assigned to which part of the human body [in this personification of the Kaalpurusha] is to understand the reasoning and logic behind such an assignment. This was primarily the purpose of this article. The same classifications used for the Kaalpurusha can be used in the case of a jataka [individual native]. In the latter case, the first house would behave as the first rasi of the Kaalpurusha. More on this will be discussed in subsequent volumes of AIAC Times.

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Moon’s column Human Classification – A different look into the caste system Rishi Markendaya in Markendaya Purana wrote a treatise on the Devi [The Mother Goddess] and a part of the Purana became extremely popular among people and came to be known as Devi Sooktam [Praise of the Devi, the Eternal Mother]. A verse from Devi Sooktam reads as below: Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu Jati Rupena Samsthita Namastasyei Namastasyei Namastasyei Namo Namaha 10 Salutations to the Great Goddess who abides in all beings as the form of Genus We bow to you again and again

The Eternal Mother [Devi] is compared to the genus in life. Jati [caste, classification in life] is loosely translated to genus for lack of a better English word. Classification or grouping of objects is a human tendency, primarily done to enhance better understanding and is a function of the mind. The Mother is equated to the higher vibrations of the graha Moon, which according to Parashara rishi symbolizes the mind in every living being.

Gurushukrau vipravarnau kujakau shatriyo dwija Sashisomyau vaishyavarnau sahniH shudro dwijottam Jupiter and Venus are Brahmins. Sun and Mars are Kshatriyas, Moon and Mercury belong to the Vaishyas and Saturn rules the Sudras. In Brihatparasharahorashastra, Parashara rishi mentions the association of planets with the then existing social caste system. The human society, as we know it, works within the stretch of Brahmin to Shudra. The castes assigned to the nodes are out of the boundary of the normal human society as the basic mental faculties and norms of society cease of function in those boundaries. Yogis have overcome all boundaries of maya [illusive power of the Devi] and Chandala’s activities are below those of social norms. One can clearly see that this classification is based purely on profession and the type of work done by an individual.

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Yogi/Vairagi Yogi/Vairagi

Ketu - ascetics, unknown saints, live These individuals are rarely known by out of society, without any name as they prefer to remain anonymous attachment to society since name or fame doesn’t affect them at all.

Brahmin

Jupiter – doctors, PhD, economists, They form the strata of intelligence in the scientists, teachers society. People who work by serving others with knowledge or ideas fall into Venus – consultants, advisors, stock this category. All people working in any market analysts, financial strategists, form of the knowledge industry falls in this film makers category.

Kshatriya

Sun – CEOs, Directors of companies, These form the ruler class and the warrior Government class. Sun is the ruler whether he is the “Man of the family”, a CEO of a company Mars – military, police, defense or a head of state. Mars executes the forces, security people commands entrusted to him. His primary goal is protection.

Vaishya

Moon – Product sales, musicians, The primary goal of this class is to sell and singers, performers buy things. Public appeal is a must which is the domain of Moon. No one is better at Mercury – salesmen, accountants, handling cash than Mercury. finance people

Shudra

Saturn – labor, employees, union of This class is the class of people who work workers for their living and their work plan is laid out by their superiors [Mars]. They merely perform their tasks in a machinelike manner. This stratum of society doesn’t require any innovation or creativity.

Chandala Chandala

Rahu – very diverse and mixed activities which cannot classified into any socially accepted group. Prostitutes, spies, terrorists, revolts etc.

This is a class of people who are not in the socially classified groups and their activities fall outside the domain of the four distinct castes.

In today’s age and time, some professions fall into more than one of the castes defined above. For example, network security analysts work in an area that is a cross between Brahmin and Kshatriya [Venus and Mars]. Modern astrologers should study the recent professional trends and be well acquainted with their equivalents set forth in the ancient classics and vice versa to completely interpret a native’s professional aptitude and thereby his caste in society.

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Venus’ column column Films, magic and message Parashara rishi mentions the following when describing Venus:

Sukhi kantavapuH sreyeshthaH sulochana bhrigoH sutaH | Kavyakarta kafadhikyogyanilatma vakramurdhajaH || Son of Bhrigu, Venus, is of joyous disposition, has a wonderful physique, easily noticed and has beautiful eyes. He is a poet, is phlegmatic and windy and has curly hair. Mantreswara writes in Phaladeepika:

Paleevahanabhushananimadanavyaparasaukhyam bhrigoH | Venus is the karaka for spouse, vehicles, ornaments, love [marriage and sex], fine arts, flowers, music and the sense of pleasure The domain of fine arts, poetry, music and glamour has always been associated with Venus. Media in the 21st century is an extremely powerful force molding the course of human history and is a domain ruled by Venus. The medium of film is the most powerful of all media. The magic of movies continues to influence people more than anything else in the present era. I personally love movies. Today [Sunday, January 17, 2009] was the prestigious Golden Globe Awards and my favorite movie got both the Best Movie and the Best Director awards – Avatar. In addition to its enthralling on-screen magic, the James Cameron film has a very distinct and clear message about the connection of man with nature and how disturbing the balance of nature can have dire consequences. The success of Avatar becomes obvious after a look at James Cameron’s chart. Titanic gave Cameron global recognition and immense success. Avatar was released 12 years after Titanic. This is a 12 year cycle that can be easily explained by the BCP theory. Titanic [1997] activated his 7H with Mars/Rahu aspected by Jupiter/Ketu and Venus [by rasi drishti] and Saturn [by graha drishti].

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In Titanic we saw a failed love story [Venus debilitated afflicted by Rahu and Ketu], death of a lover’s love [Ketu, Venus], a shipwreck [Saturn aspects Mars with Rahu], a hidden treasure [Jupiter, Rahu]. After 12 years, Cameron returns with a bang with Avatar. In brief, it is the story of the conflict between two races, one human and another alien [Mars, Rahu], infiltration by means of disguise as an avatar [Ketu, Jupiter], failed love attempt [Venus, debilitated and afflicted by Rahu] and finally victory of the subdued class [exalted Saturn aspects Mars]. Avatar explores a theme that, like the theme of Titanic, can be seen in the planets in the dual signs, again bringing Cameron success on the global cinema stage. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors and that he continues to use the medium of cinema to convey his universally relevant messages. It would not be fair to end Venus’ column without mentioning a recent revolutionary Bollywood release which has not only broke box office records but also hit a nerve in the Indian sentiment that no movie before has been able to achieve. The film entitled 3 idiots, directed by Rajukumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinodh Chopra has created waves in the Indian sentiment on the touchy subject of the Indian education system by holding up a mirror to the system via comic means with a very discreet message.

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However, the actor who carried the film and gave the film its magic was Amir Khan. Mr. Khan shuns award functions and usually does only one or two of films a year of his choosing. He is a classically trained actor, the likes of which Bollywood has not seen in years.

Age 44, Amir Khan convincingly played the character of an 18 year old college student. According to BCP theory the 8H activated in Khan’s chart. The 8H is aspected by Saturn and Venus [Aquarius], Rahu [Taurus] & Mars [Leo, retrograde] by rasi drishti. Libra gets aspected by Jupiter in Aries by graha drishti. The film 3 idiots is philosophical in nature [Aquarius, Saturn] and questions [Rahu] the current educational system [Jupiter]. An underlying love story [Venus] and revolutionary ideas in engineering study [Mars retrograde] are shown. The film was overwhelmingly accepted by the public masses [Saturn] and was a hit at the box office the kind of which the Indian film industry hasn’t seen in a long time. The power of Venus is immense which can be seen by the power of film. The magic of film can create wonders in the lives of the common man. Thus great responsibility lies in the hands of filmmakers. If this medium is used to convey discreet social messages as well as entertain, it can really create magic in lives of individuals and in society as a whole.

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Mercury’s column Is it a good year for crops? crops? There are five elements in nature: air, earth, fire and water. Mercury rules the earth element which is primarily responsible for the sustenance of life on our planet. As modern astrologers, we invest our time and energy analyzing human life and developing predictive tools to enhance our insight into the future of humanity. However, the ancient sages were particularly devoted to a branch of astrology known as Krishi Jyotish or agricultural astrology (Krishi means farmers). The reason we modern astrologers do not give this branch of astrology the prominence it deserves is due to the lack of translated ancient texts as well as lack of application of the ancient knowledge. In this article, I will set forth one of the dictums of the ancient sages and, again, as usual try to get to the “why” behind it. Many modern astrologers may look down on ancient agricultural astrology as a product of a “primitive” pastoral age and not applicable to our era. Recently, in Volume 7 of Saptarishis Astrology, there were two articles on this subject. They were entitled “Khanar Vachan” by Abhishekha and “Krishi Prasara” by Virendra Battu. I shall refer to both of these works in this article. In India, there is a national competition showcase called BizComp open to young graduates of technical and business schools. The graduates prepare and submit business plans for review by an elite panel of experts. Awards and prizes are given for the best plans. From the BizComp website: Bizcomp is the acronym for business competition. The competition is not of businesses but for business plans. Students of graduate Engineering / Technology and post graduate management students who have a business idea can showcase their understanding of economy, business potential, financials of their business and other aspects to experts from industry, management, financing institutes. Well showcasing is just not about presentation to experts but a competition of comprehensive and coining business plan that can secure funding and start up facilities at our incubation Centre. Interestingly, in 2009, the BizComp 2nd prize was awarded to Abhishek Bhati and Chetan Singh Nagi from Tata Institute of Social Sciences for their research in “Krishi Parashara”. A reliable yearly forecast of crop yields would be a very valuable tool with respect to the harvest. It could improve agricultural growth, thereby improving the wealth of the farmers and indirectly the wealth of the nation. We find a few references regarding crop predictions in “Khanar Vachan”, an astrological work written in Bengali [a regional language prevalent in the eastern state of Bengal in India]

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The year in which Mars is the minister and Saturn is the king is an ill-year for growing crops.

Budh raja, shukro jadi montri hoy | shei vatsar shasyo bhalo hoy || Khona bole etey nahik shonshoy | aagey panji dekho mohashoy || The Panchanga should be referred and in the year in which Mercury is the king and Venus the minister, the yield is excellent that year. The earth will be full of bounty and Khana is certain on this as she never lies. Similar dictums are found in “Krishi Parashara”, an agricultural astrological work written by Parashara rishi.

Sangramo vatavrishtishcha rogopadrava eva cha | Manda vrishtiH sada vato nripey samvatsare shanau || Sage Parashara says that in the year when Saturn becomes the King there is un-necessary war between nations. Storms and very little rains are common occurrence. People are troubled with illnesses and manifestations of various curses by Gods are felt by people during that year.

Nairujyam supracharashcha subhiksham khitimandaley | Yatrashtabdey chandrajo raja sarvasashya cha modini || Sage Parashara says that in the year when Mercury becomes the King, land is rewarded with bountiful harvest and an overall prosperity is visible. People do not face a famine that year; people are healthy, trade and travel increases. Land is full of variety of grains. Both texts refer to the “King” and “Minister” of a year, which are the bases for framing the over-all prediction for the year. My aim has always been to find out the answer to the question “why” and in this article as well I shall attempt to do so. I found a very interesting reference to the “King” and “Minister” in another classic jyotish text called Narada Samhita. Although Narada Samhita is not as popular as better known jyotish texts like

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Brihatparasharahorashastra or Brihad Samhita/Jataka, it is an extremely useful text and has some rare astrological techniques which when applied give precise results. A relevant verse is provided below-

Chautradheyshyapi maseyshu meshadhaH sankramaH kramaT | Chautraditithiwareshstaswabdhasya twadhishcharaH || In the month of Chaitra [soli-lunar month] etc., we experience sankranti of Mesha [Aries] etc. The day of week on which Chaitra Shukla Pratipada falls in a year, the lord of that day is said to be the “King” of that year. Thus, the planet indicated by the day on which Chaitra Shukla Pratipada falls on is the ruler of the year. Readers who are not familiar with the Hindu soli-lunar calendar and the lunar phases are requested to familiarize themselves with these concepts. In Narada Samhita there are additional techniques given for determining the Minister of the year, Lord of the Crops, Lord of Rain etc. for the year. To keep this article within a tolerant size limit, I am skipping those portions of the text. Thus, anyone who reads these classics can determine which planet is the king of the year. They can then check the Hindu calendar and should be able to easily predict the year with respect to crops as well as in general, at least that is what one would expect. Let us take an example - the year 2009. As per most Hindu calendars, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada was March 27, 2009, a Friday. Friday is lorded by Venus and thus by all classical definitions the year should have been full of bounty. Now, let us analyze some facts. Commodity Online, a commodities trading portal calls 2009 a year of decreased production.

Perhaps another example should be taken to see the validity of the dictums given by astrological stalwarts like Khana, Parashara and Narada. ©Ancient Indian Astrology Classes

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We will consider the year 2006. As per the Hindu calendar, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada was on March 30, 2006, a Thursday. According to dictums given in Krishi Parashara and Narada Samhita it should have a great year for all with respect to growth, peace and harmony. Now, let us see some facts.

The farmers in Texas called 2006 one of the worst years for crops they could remember. Are we to conclude that the dictums of the ancient seers don’t work in today’s age and time? Or is it that we are missing something? The conclusion will differ from culture to culture. Perhaps in the West, some might boldly declare that these dictums don’t work in real life. In the East, especially in India, where reverence for elders is taught from childhood (even if they are wrong), people might blame it on their own lack of understanding of the ancient principles. Now that I have laid out the riddle, it is my duty as well to provide the answer. The clue to the answer is actually already given in the preceding paragraph itself where I discussed the relatively different approaches of individuals based on their culture. Geography thus plays a very important role. There is yet another factor which should be briefly touched upon to explain the solution to this riddle. We must take into account that a Tithi [lunar phase] can begin anytime during the day or night. It is the start of the Tithi which is the most important factor. Panchang, which gives us vital information about time, is entirely a factor of a geographic location. Vara [week day] is calculated from one sunrise to another and thus is also a factor of a geographic location. When the ancients like Parashara, Khana and Narada laid down these rules [dictums based on King, Minister of the years] they assumed people who read and interpreted these concepts already had the prerequisite knowledge required to do so. ©Ancient Indian Astrology Classes

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Let us see how this actually works then. In 2009 at Mumbai, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada started on a Thursday evening at about 21:37 hrs. Since the day was Thursday, the lord Jupiter will denote the results. However, both Parashara and Narada have written great things about a year whose King is Jupiter. Yet the scenario was disastrous. Are we still missing a piece of the puzzle? Yes, we are. Whenever Varesh [lord of day of the week] is analyzed, it is done so based on his strength in the chart at the moment of the start of the year. If a good king is weak, he cannot be of any use to his kingdom. The Varesh Jupiter is in the 4th house of assets, homeland and resources available at home, and is debilitated and conjoined its dire enemy Rahu and aspected by rasi drishti by Saturn. Such a varesh will not only deny whatever is promised in the classical dictums but also will give adverse effects to the nation.

In 2006, Lubbock, Texas, Chaitra Shukla Pratipada started on March 29, 2006 at 4:16 am [before sunrise]. Since the Tithi started before sunrise, the day should be considered as Tuesday lorded by Mars. The Varesh Mars is in the 5th house of growth and sustenance for the nation. Mars is aspected by rasi drishti by Saturn, Jupiter and Venus. Mars is the ruler of Agni Tattwa and in the 5th house it indicates burning or lack of moisture which in 2006 took the form of a drought. However, the aspects by Venus and Jupiter show some promise of recovery. In September, about 24,000 Texas producers in 216 drought-stressed counties became eligible for $16.1 million from the federal Livestock Assistance Grant Program. The government came to their rescue. Thus we see that the dictums of the ancients should be applied on the foundations of jyotish principles and only then can one explain the complete functioning of the theory and get the true essence of the wisdom of the ancients.

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Mars’ column Why did it hit Haiti? January 12, 2010 16:53:10 hrs local time, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit Haiti which caused immense damage to property as well as shattering the life of the common people in Haiti. Although I had a different topic to write on in Mars’ column for this issue, I could not resist writing on this very recent and current topic. Buildings are seen damaged in the neighborhood of Petionville, Port-Au-Prince shortly after an earthquake hit Haiti, January 12, 2010. The 7.0 magnitude quake rocked Haiti, killing possibly thousands of people as it toppled the presidential palace and hillside shanties alike and leaving the poor Caribbean nation appealing for international help.

If you are reading this e-zine from my blog or my scribd account, you can read two of my articles titled – “A Poke of the Trident” and “A Poke of the Trident – II” in which I have used two methods to predict disasters in a geographical region. In Mercury’s column in this volume of the e-zine I have written on yet another method of predicting yearly results for a geographic place. I will collate all three methods and present it this Mars column regarding the disastrous earthquake at Haiti. The Shoola nakshatras in the chart of Haiti are Revati, Ardra, U Phal and P Shad. In the chart of Haiti, the Rudra is the Sun and Maheshwara is Venus. Thus in the analysis of the event, these four nakshatras and the Rudra and Maheshwara will be of critical importance. The Sarvatobhadra Chakra on the date and time of the earthquake is provided below.

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As clearly seen in the Chakra of the Haiti earthquake shown alongside, three out of four trishoola nakshatras had malefic vedhas on that day. It should also be noted that the trigger event causing this earthquake was a 6.5 magnitude earthquake off the coast of California that began on January 6th 2010. At this time, both Rudra [Sun] and Maheshwara [Venus] were transiting P Shad nakshatra to U Shad nakshatra. Also noteworthy are two other facts – Saturn has Vedha on the Poorna Tithi and Mars has Vedha on Poorna Tithi as well piercing through the diagonal. One should also note that U Shad is also the Desa nakshatra of Haiti. Given below is the chart of Shukla Chaitra Pratipada of Haiti for 2009-2010. The expectations for the year from March 26, 2009 to March 15, 2010 can be determined by the Shukla Chaitra Pratipada chart for Haiti shown alongside. The day lord is Jupiter and it is debilitated in the 8H with Rahu afflicting it. This combination is extremely bad for the people of the country. Jupiter is jeeva or life and its debilitation and affliction indicates loss of life. There are ways to determine exactly when in the year such an event will occur based on the Chaitra Shukla Pratipada chart and such methods will be discussed in detail in later issues of AIAC Times.

From everyone in the AIAC Times, I wish and pray to the Almighty for a speedy recovery for the people of Haiti.

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Saturn’s column Objections to Astrology Harold Washington Public Library’s astrology rack [6th floor, BF series] is one of my favorite places in the city of Chicago. Not only do the astrology books hold my interest but I find the books against astrology equally exciting. One such book which I found particularly interesting is entitled “Objections to Astrology” [1975, Impact Series, Prometheus Books] by Bart J Bok. The book contains signatures of 192 leading scientists including 19 Nobel Prize winners who unequivocally disavow astrology. Reading this book was a real treat. One of the very first things I was taught in jyotish [astrology] is to understand the three principles of Sthana, Kala and Patra [place, time and individual background] when dealing with any issue in jyotish [astrology]. Many astrologers reading a book containing scientific arguments against astrology might become very angry or disappointed. Such a reaction demonstrates a biased attachment to astrology proving that astrologers, like practitioners of any profession on this planet, are human beings. However, the best astrologers have their practice grounded in the three primary principles [place, time and individual background]. This gives them the ability to analyze the problem with clarity because they can get into the shoes of the other person and see things from that person’s perspective. Below is an excerpt from “Objections to Astrology” discussing one of the key arguments the scientific community poses against astrology.

Now, let me mention that the astrological community should understand and appreciate the fact that these arguments are coming from the scientific community. Thus, any response to this gravity argument must be in language that the scientists can understand. In communication between two such diverse groups as astrologers and scientists, it makes sense that if the astrologers want to ©Ancient Indian Astrology Classes

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respond to the scientists’ arguments, it is up to the astrologers to address the scientific principles involved. The question of “how” planets influence us is an extremely relevant and scientifically well-founded question. According to the “Theory of Universal Gravitation” formulated by Sir Issac Newton in 1687, all objects are attracted toward other objects, due to a force called gravitation. This includes everything from subatomic particles to massive stars and planets. The formula given for the gravitational force between two objects is F = GMm/R² where F is the force between the two objects, M is the mass of one object, m is mass of the other object, R is the distance between the centers of the two objects and G is an universal constant. The scientists argue that such a force between Earth and other planets is too miniscule to affect people and things on earth. Mentioned below are some issues regarding the arguments posed by the scientific community. 1) Neither the astrological community nor any known astrological text has laid claim to the fact that the gravitational forces between the planets govern human life. 2) The quality of the gravitational forces between Mars and Earth and Jupiter and Earth (according to accepted norms of physics) is the same, irrespective of the planets involved. However, in astrology these planets and the energies associated with them are given completely diverse domains. Therefore, how can the force or forces be gravity? 3) To make a bold statement, the scientific community has ignored a few scientific facts. The Universe doesn’t collapse on itself due to the presence of dark matter [and dark energy], a principle which is still not completely understood by scientists. Dark matter plays a very significant role in the theory of gravitational forces. 4) It is not entirely true that physical planetary forces have no effect at all on life on Earth. On the last point let me elaborate a little. In all astrological texts, Jupiter is has the status of a King or God. In Vedic Astrology, Jupiter is called “Dev Guru”, the Guru of the Devas and is considered a natural benefic planet. In the example below, modern science reinforces the astrological belief regarding Jupiter’s status as a benefic planet without causing any contradiction.

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Jupiter's magnetosphere is very special. It is the biggest thing in the entire solar system. Not only is it big enough to hold all of Jupiter's moons, but the sun itself could fit inside. It goes all the way to Saturn. More importantly, we humans owe our existence to Jupiter and its magnetosphere. The gravitational force combined with its magnetosphere deflects the inflicting meteors towards the Earth [from Saturn’s belts] and the harmful radiations to the Earth. No wonder, this failed star [Jupiter] is physically like a God standing there and protecting Earth and its life forms. The point is how did the scientists “assume” that the principles of astrology are based on planetary “forces”? Could it be because an astrologer uses a chart based on planetary positions to interpret a person’s destiny? In that case, any scientist uses a watch to see time. Would a scientist deduce that the hands of the clock govern the principles of time? Probably not. To elaborate, in 1998, I was troubled a lot by a question pertaining to astrology as we know it today. What if in a few thousand years from now, something happened to the planet Mercury and it just blasted into pieces? In 2002, I watched a Hollywood movie called “Total Recall” and another question sprang up in my mind. What would a horoscope of a Martian [or even a human born on Mars] look like? I encourage my students to ask such questions. Such questions are not stupid, and if properly analyzed, would shake the very foundation of jyotish as we know it today. If something happens to the physical planet Mercury one day and it is shattered into pieces in space, all humans will not cease to communicate. People on Earth will not suffer from memory losses nor cease to learn new things. Borders and Barnes & Noble for sure will not stop selling books. All things indicated by Mercury in classical astrology will not undergo any change. The question then is “why” so? The answer is extremely simple. If the second hand in my wrist watch breaks, time is not affected at all.

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We should not be surprised at all by this reasoning. After all, we use latitude and longitude to denote any place on Earth based on “imaginary” lines. All systems of astrology that use the lunar nodes utilize “imaginary” points in space. Similarly, if the planet Mercury no longer existed, an “imaginary” Mercury could still be plotted and charts with Mercury could still be drawn. The point I am making is that it isn’t the physical planet Mercury that is influences us; it is the predominant presence of “Mercurial” elements in us that influences us. The physical planet merely plays the role of a hand of a 9-hand astrological clock [7 planets from Sun to Saturn and 2 nodes]. I will not answer the question as to how the element of Mercury is measured in us [humans] in this article but will surely do so in subsequent articles in the e-zine series. Now, if someone is born on Mars, what would be their horoscope and how could you predict from it? For sure, the planet Mars would not be shown in their horoscopes, the factors of Sthana, Kala and Patra [place, time and individual background] would change completely, and a blue-green planet called “Earth” would be seen in the horoscopes of Martians. Tabulated below are some “objections” raised in the book “Objections to Astrology” and my responses to them. Objection

Response

No considerable gravitational force on humans

The 9-hand clock theory, no astrologer or astrology book mentions gravitational forces as an influencing factor. However, some factors are evident and they do physically influence life on Earth like Jupiter’s presence, Lunar tides, Sun spots and comets.

Zodiacs move and the position of the stars Precession of the equinoxes in relation to the change with respect to Earth sidereal zodiac was explained centuries ago. The factor called “Ayanamsa” exists to account for this movement. Twin Birth Challenge, Statistical Astrology One chart isn’t enough to know everything about results etc. someone. Divisional charts need to be cast to determine ascertain differences in the lives of individuals. Sthana Kala Patra [Place, Time and Individual background] can never be forgotten as principle factors in astrology. Much more explanation is necessary on this topic and this issue will be dealt with subsequent issues.

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Rahu’s column Jerusalem’s archives In 1909 Miss Gladys Dickson wrote a book entitled “Jerusalem Christian Treatise on Astrology” in which she translated first part of an Arabic manuscript. Below is an excerpt from the book:

The author has done a wonderful job of translation in her book. Such an effort required an equal amount of knowledge in both Arabic and astrology and that is indeed commendable. However, in some places the author has admitted that translation was not possible due to lack of proper understanding. I am providing below the translation table used by the author.

The translation and transliteration tables are given in her book. However, for the readers’ benefit and to express my appreciation for such a work, I have put in table form the author’s translation that she was able to complete. Table of zodiac sign names is given below:

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Arabic

Transliteration Transliteration

English

Vedic

Aries

Mesha

Taurus

Vrishabha

Gemini

Mithuna

Cancer

Karaka

Leo

Simha

Virgo

Kanya

Libra

Tula

Scorpio

Vrishchika

Sagittarius

Dhanu

Capricorn

Makara

Aquarius

Kumbha

Pisces

Meena

Similarly, we see a mapping of planet names as given below: Arabic

Transliteration English Mars

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Mercury

Budha

Jupiter

Guru

Venus

Shukra

Saturn

Shani

It would be most interesting to have a comparative table of the fixed stars [nakshatras]. Miss Dickson could not complete the translation of all of the corresponding star names from Arabic to English and this task is indeed humungous. Individuals with knowledge in Arabic and astrology should come forward and complete this mapping so that greater insight can be gained into ancient Arabic astrology with relation to modern astrology schools. The author’s work primarily deals with various concepts of mundane astrology including eclipses, earthquakes and yearly results, and then discusses the zodiac signs. The zodiac signs are described separately for men and women. However, there is a portion of this text which I found extremely interesting. I am providing the excerpt below:

I will try to tabulate the above verse 19 and try to draw parallels from Vedic astrology. Zodiac Sign

Arabic name

sign Arabic fixed stars

Vedic naksha nakshatra

Saratain , Butain , Thurayya

Ashwini, Bharani, Krittika [1/4]

Aries

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Taurus

Thurayya [1/3], Dabaran, Hakah [1/3]

Gemini

Hakah [1/3], Hanah, Dhira

Mrigashira [1/2], Ardra, Punarvasu [3/4]

Cancer

Natrah, Tarf, Jabhah [1/3]

Punarvasu [1/4], Pushya, Ashlesha

Leo

Jabhah [1/3], Zabrah, Sarfah [1/3]

Virgo

Sarfah [1/3], Awwa and Simuk, Sunbulah

U Phal [3/4], Hasta, Chitra [1/2]

Libra

Ghafir, Dhanabah, Iklil [1/3]

Chitra [1/2], Swati, Vishakha [3/4]

Scorpio

Krittika [3/4], Rohini, Mrigashira [1/2]

Magha, P Phal, U Phal [1/4]

Vishakha [1/4], Anuradha, Jyestha

Sagittarius

[1/3] Sulah, Nayim, Baldah

Capricorn

Sa’adu’uh Duhib, Sa’du Bula’a, Sad’u-Saud [1/3]

Aquarius

Sad’u-Saud [1/3], Sa’du’lAhbiyak, Farghu’l Mukkadam [1/3]

Pisces

Farghu’l Mukkadam [1/3], Farghu’l Muurahhar, Batn el’-Hut

Moola, P Ashad, U Ashad [1/4]

U Ashad [3/4], [Abhijit], Shravana, Dhanistha [1/2] Dhanistha [1/2], Shatabhishak, P Bhadrapada [3/4]

P Bhadrapada [1/4], U Bhadrapada, Revati

With the above table at hand, one can easily draw parallels between the Arabic and Vedic systems of fixed stars. The divisions of both systems seem to spill over each into other and many places they intersect. I belive this was one of the primary reasons the author could not furnish all of the translations. This text has some striking similarities between the Vedic system of panchang and the Arabic system of predicting the years’ outcome. If such works are truly researched with an open mind, numerous parallels could be drawn between the ancient systems of astrology throughout the world which will surely change the way we see the different systems of astrology today.

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Ketu’s column Mathematics, the highest of philosophies My math teacher in the 10th standard (the 10th grade) always told me that Mathematics is the purest language invented by man. If we encounter an alien civilization someday, it is possible that we would have the science of numbers in common and it would help us to communicate with them. The first mention of the concept of polarity comes from the Bhagawad Geeta by Sri Krishna. Duality (of man and God) and unity (between man and God) were philosophies given to the world by the ancient sages and known as Dwaita and Adwaita, respectively. In “Critique of Pure Reason” Immanuel Kant writes: “All human knowledge begins with intuitions, proceeds thence to concepts, and ends with ideas.” It should be no surprise that the decimal system and the concept of zero were born in ancient India. The credit for these discoveries goes to a famous astronomer and astrologer named Aryabhatta in 498CE. However, in recent times, one sage has revolutionized mathematics with his deep insight and knowledge of the Vedas. His name is Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji Maharaj, the Shankaracharya of the Govardhana Matha, Puri, Orissa, India. He has brought to the world sixteen sutras [small poems] from the Vedas and given us “Vedic Mathematics” in his book of the same name. Today “Vedic mathematics” is being taught in schools all around the globe. Students aspiring for competitive examinations find the simple methods described by this sage extremely useful and quick. In her introduction to “Vedic Mathematics” by Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji Maharaj (Motilal Banarsidass Publishers), his disciple Srimati Manjula Trivedi writes:

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Thus, we see that such innovative mathematical methods cannot be discovered by mere pragmatic research. Framing and analysis of such sutras is only possible by the highest of philosophers and greatest of yogis after years of dedicated “Tapas” practice to develop pure intuitive knowledge. CS Patel, in his book “Navamsa in Astrology,” gives translations from the Sanskrit classic “Anakana Shastra” on the placement of planets in different Navamsas. He writes the following about Ketu in the first Navamsa. “The native will construct dams, will wander throughout the entire world and live till 50 years of age.” Ketu has been attributed to spirituality as well as intuition. Building dams it not possible without precise measurements and mathematical aptitude. Of all the planets, Ketu represents the outcaste, or a yogi. We definitely see a very deep connection between the highest of intuition and deepest mathematical abilities. These are invariably the domain of Ketu. I would now like to share with you an application of one of the sixteen sutras given by Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji Maharaj. Tirthaji Maharaj writes this sutra as Urdhva – Tiryabhayam.

He further explains this sutra as given below -

Simply, speaking the sutra [theory] just says “vertically and cross-wise”. Let us see an example of the application of this theory. If usually one if given a multiplication of two 2 digit numbers, e.g. 45 * 21, we follow the below mentioned process. 45 X

21 45

[we multiply 45 by 1]

9o*

[we then multiply 45 by 2]

945

[we add the two results together to get the final result]

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The method of “vertically and cross-wise” does this in one step and one can do this multiplication mentally without pen or paper [or a calculator]. First step as per the sutra is “vertically” and we do just that. In the two numbers 45 and 21, we take the two rightmost digits and multiply them vertically. 5 X

1 5

Second step as per the sutra is cross-wise and we do just that. In the two numbers 45 and 21, we multiply the digits cross-wise and sum the result.

45 X

2

1

4*1= 4 4

X

5

21 5*2= 10

Adding the two we get 14. We keep the first [rightmost] digit or “4” in the result and carry over the second digit [leftmost] or “1”. Third and final step is to multiply the leftmost digits and add it to the carry over and place the number in the result. 4 X

2 8

The result 8 + 1 (carry over) = 9 Thus the final result is 945

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Another example will perhaps make things clearer. Let us say 93 * 72 Step 1 = 3*2 =6 is the digit answer Step 2 = (9*2) + (3*7) = 18 + 21 = 39, so 3 is carry, 9 is the digit answer Step 3 = (9*7) = 63 + 3 = 66 is the digit answer Thus, the answer is 6696 Let us take another example – 89 * 78 Step 1 = 9*8 = 72, 7 is the carry, 2 is the digit Step 2 = (8*8) + (9*7) + 7 = 134, 13 is the carry, 4 is the digit Step 3 = 8*7 = 56 + 13 = 69 is the digit Thus, the answer is 6942 Genius such as this [the sutra mentioned above] cannot be achieved without the presence of predominant Ketu in one’s chart [specifically in trines to Navamsa Lagna]. I don’t have the chart of Sri Bharati Krishna Tirthaji Maharaj but I used a rectification method and I do believe that he had Saturn and Ketu in the first Navamsa. Below are the names of two of the greatest mathematicians of history and the placement of Ketu in their Navamsa chart. There is a definite and precise reason why in this case I am using the Navamsa placement of the planet instead of the Rasi placement. That explanation is out-of-scope for this article. Mathematician

Placement of Ketu in Navamsa

Sir Issac Newton

Ketu in Capricorn in 1st Navamsa

Srinivasa Ramanujan

Ketu with Sun in Gemini in 1st Navamsa

“The highest form of pure thought is in mathematics” ~ Plato

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