बृहत् पाराशर होरा शास्त्रम्
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra
ज्योतिषशास्त्रम् - The Science of Light
The foundational text of Vedic Astrology (Jyotish), attributed to Maharshi Parashara. This encyclopedic work contains the principles of horoscopy, planetary influences, predictive techniques, and remedial measures that form the basis of Hindu astrology.
Core Concepts
The fundamental pillars of Vedic Astrology as taught by Parashara.
Grahas (Planets)
Nine celestial bodies and their influences
Rashis (Signs)
Twelve zodiac signs and their qualities
Bhavas (Houses)
Twelve houses representing life areas
Dashas (Periods)
Planetary periods for timing events
Solar Astrology
Sun-based calculations and predictions
Lunar Astrology
Moon-based nakshatras and muhurtas
The Navagrahas
The nine celestial influences that govern human destiny.
सूर्य
Sun
चन्द्र
Moon
मंगल
Mars
बुध
Mercury
गुरु
Jupiter
शुक्र
Venus
शनि
Saturn
राहु
North Node
केतु
South Node
Key Adhyayas
ग्रह स्वभाव
Planetary Characters
The nature, characteristics, and significations of the nine planets (Navagraha) and their effects.
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Rashi & Bhava
The twelve zodiac signs (Rashis), their qualities, and the twelve houses (Bhavas) of the horoscope.
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Dasha Systems
Planetary period systems including Vimshottari Dasha for timing predictions and life events.
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Yogas
Planetary combinations (Yogas) that indicate specific life patterns, fortunes, and challenges.
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Divisional Charts
The sixteen Vargas (divisional charts) for detailed analysis of specific life areas.
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Remedial Measures
Astrological remedies including mantras, gemstones, and rituals to mitigate planetary afflictions.
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