Akanda Jyoti - Our ever burning lamp is herewith offered to all the Rishis known and identified and those not known. Vedic wisdom has been passed down through many great sages who were free from the bindings of this world. Their minds were connected to the inifine ocean of wisdom within, their light will radiate for all eternity. With eternal gratitude we keep this lamp burning in their honor.
Ayurveda (Devanagari: आयुर्वेद ) or ayurvedic medicine is a form of alternative medicine in use primarily in the Indian subcontinent. The word "Ayurveda" is a tatpurusha compound of āyus "life" and veda "knowledge", and would roughly translate as the "Science of Life". Ayurveda deals with the measures of healthy living, along with therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual harmony. Ayurveda is also one among the few traditional systems of medicine involving surgery.
The ancient Vedic sages viewed the Earth[Bhu Matha - Mother Earth] as a divine goddess, a being who had feelings and consciousness, and who responded to our prayers and actions. The sages sang beautiful hymns of gratitude to Mother Earth, wished her peace in rhythmic peace prayers, and also performed elaborate fire ceremonies for her peace and happiness.
Jyotisha (jyotiṣa, in Hindi and English usage Jyotish) is the Hindu system of astrology, one of the six disciplines of Vedanta, and regarded as one of the oldest schools of ancient astrology to have had an independent origin, affecting all other schools in and around India. The Sanskrit word derives from jyótis (disjointed as "Ja"+"Ya"+"O"+"T"+"ish" to get the root meaning as "water or birth"+"in addition to" + "earth" and "stars" + "knowledgeable" equating as one who is knowledgeable, or enlightened with knowledge, of birth, fate, and relationship to water, earth and stars) or which means "light, brightness", but in the plural also "the heavenly bodies, planets and stars".
Around the world there are special places where spiritual energies are more concentrated. In this section we take you on outer journeys to these places through various authors so you may experience a little of their magic.
Four systems of organic farming are prevalent in India: Biodynamic Krishi, Rishi Krishi, Panchgavya Krishi and Agnihotra Krishi. Biodynamic Krishi has a strict sowing and planting calendar. Rishi Krishi involves boomi sanskar and application of amrit pani.
Vaastu Shastra (aka Sthapatya Veda and Vastu) is the ancient Vedic science of design and architecture. It is a detailed science of how to place and construct buildings for harmonious life on earth.
The world has and continues to be blessed with spiritual saints who, through Divine inspiration, offer us deep and profound spiritual insights to uplift and inspire in us to live a life of Higher Consciousness.
A look into the basics of Vedic culture and its philosophy.
Many people do not know quite what it is, and it is often described incorrectly by many who are not a part of it. However, it is not as mysterious or complex as it is often portrayed to be.
Yagya is the science of purification of the atmosphere through the agency of fire given through Vedas, the ancienmost body of knowledge known to humankind.
Nakshatra or lunar mansion is one of the 27 divisions of the sky, identified by the prominent star(s) in them, used in Jyotish.
Each nakshatra represents a division of the ecliptic similar to the zodiac (13°20’ each instead of the 30° for each zodiac sign). The orbit of the moon is 27.3 days, so the Moon takes approximately one day to pass through each nakshatra.
The starting point for the nakshatras is the point on the ecliptic directly opposite to the star Spica called Chitra in Sanskrit. It is called Meshadi or the "start of Aries". The ecliptic is divided into each of the nakshatras eastwards starting from this point.
The list of Nakshatras is found in the Vedic texts (AV 19.7; Taittiriya Samhita) and also in the Shatapatha Brahmana. The first astronomy text that lists them is the Vedanga Jyotisha of Lagadha.
In Hindu mythology, the Nakshastras were invented by Daksha and are personified as daughters of the deity and as mythological wives of Chandra, the moon god. Some even make them the daughters of Kashyapa, the brother of Daksha.
Each of the nakshatras is governed as 'lord' by one of the nine graha in the following sequence: Ketu (South Lunar Node), Shukra (Venus), Ravi or Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Rahu (North Lunar Node), Guru or Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shani (Saturn) and Budha (Mercury). This cycle repeats itself three times to cover all 27 nakshatras. The lord of each nakshatra determines the planetary period known as the dasha , which is considered of major importance in forecasting the life path of the individual.
Sanskrit Name: Translation of Name: The mother of the Aswins (the two physicians of the gods), wife of the sun Ashwini is the first nakshatra in Hindu astronomy, corresponding to β and γ Arietis. In Jyotisa, Ashwini is ruled by Ketu, the descending lunar node. In electional astrological, Ashwini is classified as a Small constellation, meaning that it is believed to be advantageous to begin works of a precise or delicate nature while the moon is in Ashwini. The...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: She who supports, maintains. Bharani is the second nakshatra in Hindu astronomy, corresponding to 35, 39, and 41 Arietis. In Jyotish, Bharani is ruled by Shukra (the planet Venus). Also, it is classified as a Cruel or Active nakshatra, meaning that, under electional astrological beliefs, works of a harmful or deceptive nature are best conducted while the moon is BharaniTypically, Bharani is seen as being under the domain of Yama, the god of death or...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The nurse of Karthikeya(son of Shiva and Parvati and god of war) The star cluster Krithika, sometimes known as Karthika, corresponds to the open star cluster Pleiades in Indian astronomy and Jyotish (Indian astrology). The name literally translates to "the cutters". According to Hindu mythology, the god Murugan was raised by the six sisters known as the Krithika and thus came to be known as karthikeya (literally "Him of the...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: Daughter of Daksha (one of the world creators as a son of Brahma); a young girl in whom menstruation has started Rohini is a nakshatra in Indian astronomy corresponding to Aldebaran. In Hindu mythology, Rohini is a daughter of Prajapati Daksha and his consort, Prasuti. She was one of the twenty-seven daughters of Daksha who married the moon-God Chandra. She was the favorite and chief consort of Chandra, and the step mother of Budha (not to be confused...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The head of the Deer. It the 5th nakshatra or lunar mansion as used in Hindu astronomy and astrology is the constellation Orion. Its position is described in the Surya Siddhanta. The first two charana/pada (quarters) of this unnakshatra are part of Vrushabha rashi or Taurus. The latter half of this star belong to Mithuna rashi or Gemini (from 23°20’ Taurus to 6°40’ Gemini). Mrigasira Nakshatra extends from after 23°20 in Vrishabha...
Sanskrit Name: Translation of Name: A Half Ardra is the name of a Nakshatra in Indian astronomy that corresponds to the star Betelgeuse. Arudra nakshatra (Betelgeuse) in Mithuna from 6:40 to 20:00. Ardra means the goddess of fortune. The presiding deity the Rudra, the wielder of the trident. Symbol- a teardrop. The ruling planet is Rahu.When Surya enters Ardra the earth is said to be starting its menstrual course that is Ambobachi. Ardra means wet or surcharged with water, that...
Sanskrit Name: Translation of Name: Breath again; a name of Vishnu. Punarvasu is a Nakshatra in Hindu astrology, which refers to the two brightest stars in the constellation of Gemini: Castor and Pollux.MythologyThe Hindu god, Rama was born under this Nakshatra. There is also a general belief that men born under this nakshatra have only male children. There have been exceptions to this common belief.Naming PracticesBy the traditional Hindu principle of naming babies according to...
Sanskrit Name: Translation of Name: The month called Paush (December and January) Pushya is a nakshatra in Indian astronomy. It corresponds to γ, δ and θ Cancri, in the Cancer (constellation).Translation: Nourishing, Deity: BrihaspatiThis is considered the best nakshatra of all 27 nakshatras in Indian astronomy. The people born under this nakshatra constellation are intelligent, soft-spoken and spiritual. They help others, asking nothing in return. They are...
Sanskrit Name: Translation of Name: Disunion, Disjunction Ashlesha is the name of a daughter of Prajapati Daksha; she is one of the wives of Chandra. She is personified as a nakshatra, and is best known as that, especially in South Indian astrology.Naming practicesUnder the traditional Hindu principle of naming individuals according to their birth star, the following Sanskrit syllables correspond with this nakshatra, and would belong at the beginning of a first name:Di, Du, De,...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The months of January and February Magha is a nakshatra in Indian astrology corresponding to the star Regulus. Magha is ruled by Ketu (the Moon's south node). This is the tenth nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by the deity Pitrigan. It spreads from 0-13°20' in Simha (in Vedic astrology) or 26° Leo - 9°20' Virgo (in Western astrology). The word "Magha" means 'Grand' or 'Noble'. The symbol for this nakshatra...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: Eastern Phalgun (february - march) In Hindu astrology, Phalguni is the name of two lunar mansions: Purva Phalguni and Uttar Phalguni. The name is from Sanskrit phalgu "reddish". In the Shatapatha Brahmanas, Phalguni is the name of a double star constellation (hence appearing in the dual), also called Arjuni "the two Silver ones", from Sanskrit arjuna "bright, silver-coloured", probably identical to the "two...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: A hand Hasta is a constellation (corvus) that belongs to Virgo zodiac.Normally Hasta nakshatra is considered one of the best nakshatra. A person is born in Hasta only when moon is in Virgo. Its Lord is Moon and its symbol is a hand open in the form of a blessing. Its deity is Savitri or Surya, the Sun God. It is Believed that Lord Ganesha and Swami Vivekanada was born under this Nakshatra.Characteristics:As per the symbol assigned to this Nakshatra, Hasta...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: A Picture Chitra is a Nakshatra. It is also a common hindu name for the female child in India derived from the sanskrit word for portrait or picture.Naming practices Under the traditional Hindu principle of naming individuals according to their birth star, the following Sanskrit syllables correspond with this nakshatra, and would belong at the beginning of a first name: Pe, Po, Ra, Re
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: One of the wives of the Sun, a Sword. Swati is a Nakshatra in Hindu astronomy, that corresponds to the star Arcturus. According to Hindu myths it is a nakshatra or star which converts dew drops into pearls. It is ruled by Vayu, the wind god. The symbol of this nakshatra is Shoot of plant, coral.Characteristics:Male NativesHe is a peace loving person, but adamant and independent. He does not like neither to swallow others property nor ready to part with his...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: A Bull Vishaka is a nakshatra in Indian astronomy. In Hindu mythology, vishaka is a daughter of king Daksha. She was one of the twenty-seven daughters of Daksha who married the moon-God Chandra. Vishaka is the sixteenth nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by the planet Moon. There is also a Vishaka who is one of the main gopis in Krishna lila, Lord Sri Krishna's pastimes in Goloka Vrndavana.Naming practices Under the traditional Hindu principle of naming...
Sanskrit Name: Translation of name: A Request In Hinduism, Anuradha is a goddess of good luck (Adrusta Devatha). Anuradha is the 17th nakshatra.Naming practices Under the traditional Hindu principle of naming individuals according to their birth star, the following Sanskrit syllables correspond with this nakshatra, and would belong at the beginning of a first name Na, Ne, Nu, Ne
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The best Jyeshtha (The Eldest) is the 18th nakshatra or lunar mansion in Vedic astrology associated with the heart of the constellation Scorpii , and the stars α (Antares), σ, and τ . The symbol of Jyeshtha is a circular amulet, umbrella, or earring, and it is associated with Indra, chief of the gods. The lord of Jyeshtha is Budha (Mercury). The nakshtra is called honorifically as Trikkētta (Tiru + Kētta).The moon in Jyeshtha...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: A Root Mula (The Root) is the 19th nakshatra or lunar mansion in Vedic astrology and corresponds to the stars ε, ζ, η, θ, ι, κ, υ, λ, μ and ν Scorpii in the tail/sting of Scorpius. The symbol of Mula is a bunch of roots tied together (reticulated roots) or an 'elephant goad' (ankusha) and the Deity associated with it is Niriti, god of dissolution and destruction. The Lord of Mula is Ketu...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The eastern Ashadha (months of June and July) Apah (Deity of cosmic waters) bestows this Nakshatra with a proud independent and commanding nature. It spreads 13°20' - 26°40' Sagittarius.Naming practices Under the traditional Hindu principle of naming individuals according to their birth star, the following Sanskrit syllables correspond with this nakshatra, and would belong at the beginning of a first name Bhu, Dha, pha...
Sanskrit Name:Translation of Name: The northern Ashadha (months of June and July) Uttara ashadha (utharadam) is the 21st nakshatra of the zodiac, which falls in both side of Dhanu and Makar (Capricorn). The star is ruled by the Sun.Naming practices Under the traditional Hindu principle of naming individuals according to their birth star, the following Sanskrit syllables correspond with this nakshatra, and would belong at the beginning of a first name Bhe, Bho, Ja,...
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