Shodas Vargas - The Use of Divisional Charts in Deliniation

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS CHARTS IN DELINIATION

“Now I will explain the use of these sixteen divisions. The physique from Lagna, wealth from  Hora, happiness through co-born from Dreshkana, Dreshkana, fortunes from Chaturthansa, Chaturthansa, sons and   grandsons  grandsons from Saptamsa, spouse from Navamsa, power (and position) from Dashansa, Dashansa,  parents from Dvadasha, Dvadasha, benefits and adversities through conveyances conveyances from Shodashans, Shodashans, worship from Vimshams, learning from Chaturvimshams, strength and weakness from Saptavimshans, evil effects from Trimshansa, auspicious and inauspicious effects from  Khavedans  Khavedans and all indications from both Akshavedans Akshavedans and Shashtians: Shashtians: these are the  considerations  considerations to be made through the respective Vargaas. The House, whose Lord is in a  malefic Shashtians, Shashtians, will diminish; so say Garga and others. The House, whose Lord is in a  benefic Shodashans, Shodashans, flourish. This This is how the the 16 Vargaas Vargaas are to be evaluated.”  evaluated.” 

Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra:Ch. VII, 1 – 8) SIDEREAL SIDEREAL OR NIRAYAN Astrology, now popularly riding the crest of a popular wave under under the name of Vedic astrology, intends to concentrate concentrate on the complexities and reveal the various aspects of human life various Lagnas, Varga Charts or divisional charts, charts, Dasha systems systems etc. with the main aim to understand the manifested and hidden dimensions of life. The natal chart reveals in a broad way : Along with the Samvat/Shake, Vaar, Tithi, Yoga, Karan, Nakhatras, Signs as per Elements, Quality and Polarity and Houses (as per Kendra, Trikon, Trik, Upachaya, Panaphara and Apoklim of Rasil chart

and Graha as per Bhava Karaka, Sthir Karaka and Char karaka.,etc. are

considered. Further, strengths of Graha are revealed through the Shadbala (Six fold strengths) : i) Sthana Bala or Positional strength ii) Dig Bala or Directional Strength iii)Kala iii)Kala Bala or Temporal Strength

iv) Chesta Chesta Bala Bala or Motional Strength v) Naisargika Bala or

Inherent Strength Strength vi) Dig Bala or Aspectual Aspectual Strength (strength (strength derived from from aspects of other planets. The natal chart seen through the above and studied along with respective lagna, graha, varga (divisional) (divisional) charts, charts, etc. will enable the learned learned astrologer to interpret the various facets of life with greater precision.

1

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

Role and Significance Significance of Varga (Divisional) Charts Various Vargas or Divisions Divisions in Sidereal Sidereal Astrology Astrology represents different aspects of human human life. A Divisional Chart Chart is the extension extension of a certain house house for microscopic analysis and a planet becomes highly potent by occupying certain divisions and the strength thus obtained by a planet is called Vargabal. Mantreswara in Phaladeepika, Adhyaya III mentions about the Dasavargas or the ten-fold divisions. Sage Parashara in his magnum opus, Brihat Parasar Hora Sastra, known as the Bible of Astrology, mentions about Shodasa Varaga or the sixteen divisional divisional charts in chapters chapters VI and VII. VII. The sixteen divisional charts, which are compared to the various diagnostic tests, are mentioned below: Chart Chart name No D/1 Rashi or Janmakundali D/2

Hora

The formation of the Chart and its use in brief  It comprises of 30 ° and is the basic horoscope and the planets are placed in their respective signs they occupy in the zodiac. A sign is divided into 2 parts of 15 ° each, known as Hora. For odd signs the first Hora belong to the Sun whereas for even signs the first Hora belongs to the Moon and the second Hora belongs to the Sun. This chart indicates the financial financial status, personal appearance, speech, habits, etc. of the native.

D/3

Dreskhana

A sign is divided into 3 parts of 10 ° each. The lords lords of the 1st, 5th and 9th are the lords of the 3 respective dreskhanas. This chart shows happiness from siblings and their influence on the native.

D/4

D/7

Chaturthamsa

It comprises of one-fourth of a sign, i.e., 7 ° 30 ; tot total ally ly

Saptamsha

forming 4 divisions. The first division falls in the same sign; sign; th the second in the 4th sign; the third in the 7 sign and the fourth in the 10th sign from from it. This division division shows fortune, landed property, assets, liabilities, influence of the mother, domestic life, mental peace, landed property and conveyance. A sign of 30 degrees is divided into 7 equal part of 

4° 17` 8.5” each. each. In odd signs, signs, the seven parts belong to the seven signs falling in regular order from the odd sign concerned. In even signs, the first part belongs to the sign seventh from it, and the remaining signs follow in regular order. D/7 chart shows dynasty, sons, grandsons, their property and social status. 2

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

D/9

Navamsa

A sign is divided into into 9 equal parts of 3 ° 20` Lordship of parts starts from signs A J G D matching fiery, earthy, airy and watery signs. In Chapter VIII, shloka 3 Sage Parasar says: One should study the strong and weak points of the wife, her physical and psychic composition and characteristics characteristics in D/9 chart. Research today shows that the Navamsa chart can be treated as an independent chart to interpret various facets of life as it is magnified magnified nine times. times. The Prati Navamsa Navamsa chart, magnified 81 times can lead us to startling interpretations as per the research on MEDITATIONS UPON CERTAIN PRINCIPLES PRINCIPLE S FROM BRIHAT PARASHARI OPERATING THROUGH NAVAMSHA: A DIVINE PLAN

D/10

Dasamsa

D/12

Dwadasamsa

D/16

Shodashamsha

by Sayanacharya, Shridhar Govind Joshi. A sign is divided into 10 equal parts of 3 ° each. For odd signs the lordship for various parts starts from the sign itself and for even signs it starts from the 9 th there from. It is an extension extension of of the 10th House and shows livelihood, profession, social status, position, power, authority, name, fame, etc. This comprises of one-twelfth of a sign, equivalent to

2

°30 ` each. each. The first Dwadasama falls in the the sign itself  itself  and the subsequent Dwadasamsas fall in subsequent signs in regular regular order. According to Sage Sage Parasara this chart considers the native’s relationship with parents and also the influence and help from parents. The sign is divided into 16 divisions, comprising of 1 °52 ` 30” each. In moveable signs the Shodaasamsha starts from A in sequence and the last ends in D. In fixed signs the Shodaasamsha starts from E in sequence and the last ends in H. In dual signs the Shodaasamsha starts from I in sequence and the last ends in L. Sage Parasara states in BPHS, BPHS, Ch. 8 sh. 4:Know happiness, misery and luxury of vehicle from Shodashamsha. Shodashamsha. Eminent astrologers consider it as extension of 4th house – domestic harmony, peace of  mind, landed property, conveyance and happiness from mother.

3

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

D/20

Vimshamsha

This is the twentieth division of a sign measuring 1 °30 ` if the

arc. In moveable moveable signs, signs, it stars from A ; in fixed signs from I and in dual signs from E. Subsequent Vimshamshas belong to the signs falling in their sequence. Astrologers use this chart to know whether a person is hard working or easy going. It shows meditation, worship, dedication, devotion, study of scriptures, japas and upasnas. D/24

Chaturvimshamsha This is the 24 th part of a sign and each division measures or Shidhamsa 1° 15. In odd signs the the counting is from E and in even

signs the counting starts from D. Subsequent Chaturvimshamshas Chaturvimshamshas follow in regular order. This divisional chart shows higher education, academic achievement, learning, knowledge and mental power. D/27

D/30

Saptavinamsha or Bhamsha

This is the 27 th part of a sign and each division measures

Trimshamsha

Each sign is divided into 5 unequal parts. In odd signs : first

1°6 `40 ”. ”. In fiery signs the the counting starts starts from A; in earthy signs it start from D; in airy signs it starts from G and in watery signs it starts from J. According to Sage Parashara, this chart “ shows strength and weakness of the native” – the physical, mental and spiritual strength of the native. 5° belong to u, the next 5° to w, the next 8° to

the subsequent 7° to s and the last 5° to t. In even signs this order gets reversed where t, s, v, w and u owns 5, 7, 8, 5 and 5 degrees respectively in a sign. V,

D/40

Khavedamsha

This chart shows that one achieves his goals and happiness in life if planets are strong and benefic. benefic. Otherwise it indicates misfortune, adversities and evil results. Some state that it shows the manner of death. This is one –fortieth division of a sign. In odd sign the first Khevdamsha starts from A whereas in even signs

The counting starts from G. The remaining divisions follow in regular order in both the cases. This chart reveals good and bad times, auspicious and inauspicious of a horoscope. horoscope. This chart should confirm with the Rashi chart to subscribe to the views.

4

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

D/45

D/60

Aksha Vedamsha

Each sign is divided into 45 divisions of 0 °.40’ of the arc.

Shashtyamsha

Counting is moveable signs starts from A , in fixed signs from E , and in dual signs from I . The remaining divisions follow the usual regular order. This chart shows general happiness and prosperity of the native in confirmation with the indications given in the natal or Rasi chart. This is the sixtieth division of the chart and each division measures 0°.30’ of the arc.

The counting of the first

Shashyamsa starts from the same sign and subsequent divisions follow the regular order. If the birth time is correct then this chart can assess the overall strength strength and promise of the horoscope. Some learned astrologers say that it is also useful in the case of twin births.

Some schools of thought assert that a retrograde malefic gains power, while a retrograde benefic loses power. There is some merit to the different opinions on the true effects of retrograde. The Shashtyamsha lord help make the determination of good or difficult results because the Shashtyamsha Shashtyamsha lord will either be malefic or benefic, and this may help to settle the case

I feel delighted to to state that during our 120th celebration of Jyotisha Bharati (formerly known as Bombay Bombay Astrological Society), the use of the vargas or divisional charts is being given greater importance in our Institute. Mr. G.B. G.B. Forbes, the Principal of Jyotisha Jyotisha Bharati, Bharati, has been been kind enough to permit permit two students, Prof. Meena Thaker and Mr. Sundeep Arora, a very prominent Rotarian and social worker, both of whom who have successfully passed Jyotish Visharad course, to complete their thesis in Sidereal Astrology Astrology on the topic of  of  Profession with reference to D/1, D/9, D/10 and D/24 charts in particular. Their pioneering efforts will see the theories of Sage Parasara and other Rishis being expounded through live case studies. It is my fond and and earnest hope that many more students will follow their footsteps in the future, where research will be given a rightful place it deserves and thereby make Sidereal Astrology vibrant with a scientific scientific temperament. To find the richer veins of gold one has to dig dig deep into the bowels of the earth. Unceasing and consistent efforts, by burning the midnight oil, oil, are absolutely necessary to unfold the rich heritage heritage of Sidereal Astrology. 5

SHODAS VARGAS - HE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By A thony Writer

TWO THESIS ON TH

USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS N ASTROLOGY (1)

THE USE OF DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN ASTR LOGY

A THESIS I

SIDEREAL (NIRAYAN ASTRO OGY)

By

PROF. MEE A THAKKER, JYOTIR VISH ARADA BHARA IYA VIDYA BHAVAN, MUM BAI

UNDER THE AUSPICES OF JYOTISHA BHAR TI, BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAV N, MUMBAI 6

SHODAS VARGAS - THE USE OF DIVISIONAL DIVISIONAL CHARTS IN DELINIATION By Anthony Writer

(2)

7