Elements of Vedic Astrology - 2 - Volume Set

by K.S. Charak

"* The Elements of Vedic Astrology is an excellent and most comprehensive book on the Parashari system of Vedic astrology written in English. * Treats astrology in a most organised and scientific manner. * Ensures an understanding of elementary astronomy which forms the basis of Vedic astrology. * Deals elaborately with the mathematical aspects of astrology for correct casting of horoscopes and calculation of dashas, etc. * Two important dasha systems, the Vimshottari and the Yogini, have been described. The Vimshottari dasha has been described in great details. * Enters into areas of research, like the vargas, the subplanets, and the planetary states or avasthas. * Three chapters are devoted to the all-important subject of the yogas which form the basis of many an astrological prediction. * The Nabhasa yogas have been dealt with, and classified, in a most innovative manner. * Results of planets in various houses, signs, etc., have been described in great details. * Several other subjects like planetary strengths, Balarishta, Arishta Bhanga, determination of longevity, medical astrology, horary astrology, annual horoscopy, planetary transits, Ashtakavarga, Muhurta and methods of matching charts for marital purposes, etc., have all been dealt with lucidly. * The book is profusely illustrated by example horoscopes."

Genres: Astrology

453 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 2006

Reviews

[Mazhar Waris]

i think when i read it

[Dr Nitin Rai Vohra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr Charak is one author whose books can make you grasp all fundamentals easily be it his book on medical astrology, yogas, fundamentals/elements, Laghu Parashari oe Varshaphala. If you want to grasp fundamentals easily & lucidly then head to books by Dr Charak.
No doubt the Elements Of Vedic Astrology is a superb & one of the most comprehensive text on the Parashara system of analysis of basic vedic techniques. Even the mathematical techniques have been dealt with in detail. Both the volumes integrated into one concise text is a good step. Recommended for all students of Astrology who want this as a concise birds eye view of the entire course. Also recommended for advanced learners who can use this as a refresher course for grasp of all fundamentals under a single roof.

[Raghuram S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Consice and Comprehensive

Simple language, easy to read, gives good insight into Parashara Astrology method. Consice yet comprehensive introduction to ancient methods and techniques is presented.

[mohit pandya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Nice explaination for the different areas of astrology.i like the explanation for different dashas and Maha dashas as it's speaks the most.

[Rajiv]

I think I am lucky