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INTERNATIONAL
Lead Stor,y: Vedic Astrologers Bring their
Subtle Indian Craft to America 20
Caribbean: Hirldu Life on Barbados 32
Defamation: Ganesha Departs Disney 35
Discrimination: Fired for a Swastika! 36
History: He's One Determmed Historian 50
LIFESTYLE
Life Decisions: Choosing a Career 25
Spirituality: Your Inne;: Astrology 26
Insight: Nakshatras: the Twenty-Seven
• Superstars of Vedic Astrology 27
L~a"'J1ing: ?mart Kids Don't Smart 41
OPINION
Pub'lIsher's Desk: Regrets and Worries ...
• Flee from the Eternal Now 10
Letters 12
My Jurn: What Qualifies an Astrologer? 13
Editorial: Becoming Good Navigators
6n the Sea of Time 16
Women of Vision: Why Ramas Role as
Husband Doesn't Inspire Women 39
Healing: Indian Food that Can Kill 46
Minister's Message: Two Swamis Lay Down
the Law on Corporal Punishment 52
DIGESTS
Diaspora 7 News in Brief 49
Quotes &Quips 17 Digital Dharma 54
Evolutions 46
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PUBLISHER'S DESK Three modes of living: The man on the left is burdened by the past,
fretting over things he wished had never happend. The man on the
right is worned about the future. Neither has time fo catch up with
In the"Eternal Now? disturbance say to yourself, :'1 am all right, t ight now. Just this in-
stant, I am all right." What a shock to the disturbed part of your
mind! It will not only be shocked, it will be shllttered out of its
disturbance when you declare the truth that you are all right in
the eternal now. .
Abiding in the moment is the height of security, but to It is one thing to say "I am all right, right now," and it is another
thing to feel it. Can you feel that you are all right, right now? Can
maintai:r:t it takes practice and a clear subconscious you really believe it? Can you hold that feeling, so that this affir-
mation becomes permeated through your subconscious mind? Let
this feeling permeate so deeply through your subconscious mind
BY. SATGURU SIVAYA SUBRAMUNIYASWAMI that it begins working within you, the same way your involuntary
subconscious keeps your heart beating and the other processes of
, OU ONLY HAVE A MINUTE , ONLY SIXTY Nor is there any death. your body going.
seconds in it. Didn't want it, didn't choose it, You have transcended 'Tm all right, right now." Let the feeling of these words Vibrate
forced upon you, can't refuse it. Yet you suffer even the laws of reincar- within you. Then every time you abide in the luxury of worry-
if you lose it, give account if you abuse it. Just a nation in that state, hold- and the luxury of worry is one luxury you cannot afford-say to
tiny little minute, but eternity is in it. For not ing the consciousness of yourself, 'Tm all right, right now," and forget about where you are
to love is not to live, and npt to give- is not to live." eternity, for you are be- going, forget about.where you have been and just be where you
That's an old proverb I was taught when young. yond the soul which rein- are, where your physical body is, in its immediate surroUndings.
There is really very little to be said intellectually carnates and creates a When you do that, you fmd that where you were going and what
about -the eternal now. You have to live in it, and in new form around itself you were worried about has to do with the egotistical you-your
living in it you discover a higher state of conscious- What is the instant? pride and the various qualities that you hasten to rid yourself of
ness than you have experienced in your life. That is what we have to when you think you should improve yourself So, it is really very
Because the vibration of the eternal now is so very discover through a mo- practical to live now and be all'right in all the nows. But remem-
high, part of your mind and nature does not like to ment of concentration. ber, since living in the eternal now lifts you into a higher state of
experience the security of the eternal now, which is' What is the moment? We consciousness than you have been accustomed to, you have to con-
really the height of security. It takes practice to all know what the past tinue to feel that you are all right, right now. When you continue
maintain a continued experience of the eternal now. is-many people live in for long ~eriods in the consciousness of the eternal now, something
Can you visuiilize yourself, right at this instant, the past, over and O\~er mysterious and wonderful begins to happen-your soul, your su-
balanced on the top of a tall tree? If the tree were to bend toe far again, and they never catch up with the perconscious, begins to work out your spiritual destiny. When you
forward, you would fall to the ground, or down into time and present. Other people live in the quiet your mind, and only when you quiet your mind, you give
thought. If it were to bend too far back, you would again fall. Bal- future-but of course when they do, your soul a chance. What difference does it make) f you do have
anced on the top of this tree, you can look out over the country- they are really only living in the past, problems? They will work themselves out if you can keep the con-
side and enjoy everything you see. But if you stop to think about too, and they never fmd the present fusion of your lower states of mind out of the way.
one thing of the past; you would become so engrossed in what you either. Visualize your soul now as a shaft of light. Visualize your mind
are thinking about that you would again fall to the ground. You an
Just as example, how many times as various layers surrounding that soul, covering up the brilliancy
find that you cannot live in a thinking consciousness balanced so have you gone to the temple without of that light. If you live in the layers around the soul, which only
high. ,Here you live in the eternal now, with great awarenes& of being fully tliere? Part of you was there, cover up the brilliancy of the light, you add to the confusion
what-is around you and within you, but with no thought on it. part of you was living in the past, part around the soul. But you can choose to live in that shaft of light. By
Can you feel like this? Right now you are here. Right now noth- of you was trying to live in the future; realizing that you are all right this instant, that light of your soul
ing else maHers. You are aware. You are alive, and you are in eter- and there you were, emoting over the has a chance to shine thro~gh the surroun<#ng layers of the mind
nity. Finding the eternal now is a vibration even more powerful things that.happened that should never- just a little, enough to calm your future-fer yOUF future is made ill
than that of sound or light, for you are in the consciousness of Be- have happened, and fear(ul of things the prE!.sent, in the eternal nQw.
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Can Astrologers Be
I AM A MALAYSIAN OF CHINESE ORIGIN, brothers and sisters, and it doesn't matter nll9andji [MINISTER'S MESSAGE, Aug. 'g8] as
and I am very interested in Indian/Hindu what we speak or how we speak but that we "Swami of Africa" will bring happy memo-
c;lture, especially on the aspect of dr~ss are all of one kind. If only? Would you be {ies, satisfaction and gratitute to thousands
and costume. There is, of course, a signifi- willing to teach your child that every Hindu of people whose lives were touched by Swa-
Spiritual Mentors?
cant Indian minority in Malaysia, and I have is a Hindu and not a member of some lan- mi Krishnanandji. I met him in 1981 and to-
many indian/Hindu friends. One of the best guage or caste group? If only we could day memories come flooding to my mind of,
gifts I have got from an Indian friend was break these barriers created by our forefa- his deep spirituality, compassion and true
when he taught me how to wea( the dhoti, thers and still practiced by many!1f only we greatness. It is right and proper that Mahat-
HINDU RENAISSANCE TEAM
wpat they call here a veshti for men. The could change ourselves firsf! Then I think rna Gandht.. and Swami Krishnanandji who
sad thing is that not many men wear the Hindus all over the world still have a chance. made history in and for Africa are remem- HINDUISM TODAY was founded January 5, 1979, Only if they are trained in counseling and
veshti nowadays in Malaysia, not even in the No Hindu should be greater or lesser than bered together. Swami Ghananandji and his by Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami. It is a
temples, except for the priest. Many of my
friends say that wearing a veshti is uncom-
another, and no Hindu should eye himself as
the greatest and look down on his neighbor.
message are a compliment to Africa. ' nonprofit educational activity of Himalayan
Academy with the following\Jlurposes: 1. To fos-
steeped in personal spiritual practice
NAUTAM RAVAL
fortable since ' they are more used to After all, dear Ganesha, I wonder what You • HARROW, UNITED KINGDOM ter Hindu solidarity as a unity in diver-sity
trousers. I have to say that there is nothing are and what language You speak? , among all sects and lineages; 2. 'fo inform and BY l)MANANDA QUONG
really uncomfortable about the veshti, one KRISHNAKUMARI NALLAKUMAR Don't Dismiss Ancient Tamil inspire Hindus worldwide and people interest-
can get used to it after a while, but the trib- " kumari@frim.gov.my- THE POSSIBILITY THAT AN ANCIENT DRA- ed in Hinduism; 3. To dispel myths, illusions and OR PROFESSIONAL ASTRO- hira describes the qualities of
al style where the cloth goes under the legs vidian tongue could be the language of the misinformation about Hindl:lism; 4 ..To protect,
logers who encounter the ideal astrologer: "He must
to .be tucked behind takes a bit of getting Sadhu Bathing Order Harappans should not be discredited [LAN- preserve and promote the sacred Vedas and the
daily the hopes, fears, be clean, efficient, bold, elo- -
used to. Some of my friends whose origins IN YOUR KUMBHA MELA TIME LINE IT IS GUAGE , May'98]. The letter "+" also repre- Hindu religion; 5. To nurture and monitor the
ongoing spiritual Hindu renaissance. We invite . desires and aspirations of quent, possessed of genius or /
are from Kerala say lhat some temples there mentioned [INSIGHT, pg 34, Sep.' 'g8]: "ca sented "K" in ancient Tamil. The Rig Veda often desperate people facing ready wit, knower of the time
our readers to share these purposes with us by
enforce traditional clothing on men when 1780: British establish the order for royal mentions dark complexion"ed residents. Pure real-life crises, predictive ability and place, sincere, not timid in
sending letters, reports on events, news clip-
they go there. Do you .think there should be bathing by the monastic groups (the same Tamil words are traceable in ancient Sanskrit pings, and encouraging others to subscribe. and technical expertise are not assemblies, not to be overpow-
a dress code for all who enter temples? order is followed today)." It is my impression texts. Tamil was older or contemporary with enough. They must develop the ered by his fellow students,
JAMES CHONG that it was (Thode) Madhavrao Peshwa, the Sanskrit and perhaps its culture and cere- capacity to address the psycho- expert, free from vices, well-
PERAK, MALAYSIA Maratha Prime Minister, who established Pub lis he ...: Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami
I monies were the cornerstone of Hinduism. logical needs of the client, versed in the performance of
" acchong@pc.jaring.my Admin. Dir.: Paramacharya BGldhinatha
this order (prior to 1780?) after figllts broke THAVARAJA SUNDHAR SUNDRAM Edito ...-in-Chief Acharya Palaniswami above and beyond the basic curative and preventive types of
out at &e Nashik KiImbha Mela and not the KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA Publishe...·s Aitk: Acharya Ceyonswfuni interpretation of the horoscope. How many rituals, as well as in that of magic and
A Big Barrier-Social Divisions British. The British East India Company DeputlJ Edito...: Acharya Kumarswami professing to be astrologers have received bathing, engaged in the worship of Gods,
COMING FROM A COUNTRY LIKE MALAYSIA, had just won the Battle of Plassey (1757) Conspiracy Behind a Name? Managing Edito...: Sannyasin Arumugaswami any kinel of formal training in counseling observances or austerities and fast; pos- •
one inevitably notices that the Hindus here and would hardly be in a position to dictate I HAVE OFTEN WONDERED WHY, IN ENG- Graphics Di...ecto ...: Sannyasin Natarajnathaswami skills, or even any informal preparation, sessed of great power generated by the
are made up of many different groups iden- religious rules in 1780. The British Crown lish, Christianity is the only religion referred Mauritius Edito ...: Sannyasin Sivamurugaswami which qualifies them to give advke to peo- wonderful achievements of his scientific
tified with different Indian states, languages seized power of India in 1857 after the Na- to with the suffix "-ity." Every other religion Mauritius Staff Writer: Sannyasin Sivadevanathaswami ple on a variety of important issues? knowledge and,capable of answering
or castes. We nave the Telegus, Malayalees, tional Uprising. It was then that major re- is referred to as an "-ism," Hinduism, Bud- Pmd.lP...omotion Mgr.: Sannyasin Sivakatirswami How many times have we seen or heard queries made by others and suggesting
Gounaers, Chettiyars, Mudaliars, etc., etc., forms, changes, and degradations in Hindu dism, Jainism, Judaism, etc. The suffix "-ity" Managing Ed.'s Aitk: Tyagi Saravanannathaswami
about clients who have departed an astro- remedial measures for troubles, other than
and the list never seems to end. What aston- religion started taking place. suggests a state of being, as in gravity, agili- Dep. Managing Ed.: Tyagi Karttikeyanathaswami
Edito ...-in-Chiefs Aitk: Yogi Yuganatha
logical consultation feeling distraught, con- the visitations of God." Knowledge of as-
I
ishes me most is the fact that as people of a AMOL lOSHI ty , volatility. It suggests a quality inherent to
Advertising Manage ...: Sadhaka Jothinatha fused and discouraged about specific con- trology must be complem~nted by spiritual
common religion, just Hindus, we instead " ahjoshi@hotmaihcom the subject-the way religion is supposed to SubScription Manage ...: Sadhaka Adinatha clusions and predictions concerning future practice and a religious life ~hich enables
look at each other through the eyes of "he or be. The suffix "-ism" suggests a precon- Correspontknts: Gowri Sh~kar & Anandhi Rama- events in a person's life? Indians typically the astrologer to be an instrument of the
she is not one of my kind," and this has cre- Ten Years to Worldwide Reiki ceived set of thoughts to which one agrees chandran, Chennai; Choodamani Shivaram, Bangalore; believe in karmic retribution and in as- Divine, providing advice based on spiritual
ated and clouded the progress of the Hindus I'M SURPRISED NO ONE HAS RESPONDED TO or does not without it being inherent to one's Rajiv Malik, Prabha Prabhakar Bhardwaj, Mangala trologers' predictions, which they expeot in values and the wisdom of personal E)xperi-
in this country. Each temple.or Hindu or- the "Reiki" article (HT January 1998). For nature as in communism, capitalism, dada- Prasad Mohanty, Delhi; V S. Gopalakrishnan, Kerala; any consultatiol}. What the eyes see, the ence. The spiritual qualities which make a
ganisation is identified as "a Ceylonese tem- many years, I have believed that hatha yoga ism, minimalism, etc. It is not hard to imag- Basudeb Phar, Bangladesh; Archana Dongre, Los An- mind interprets according to ones expecta- -person a great yogi are the same attributes
ple" pr "a Chettiyar temple," etc. The worst and meditation are the keys to achieve Self ine that people who first coined. the term geles; Lavina Melwani, New York; Dr. Hari Bansh Jha, tions and beliefs. A, strong belief that an which contribute to eminence in astrology.
part is when a boy and a girl of two different Realization. This is true, however, Reiki is did not feel comfortable calling other's reli- Nepal; Parasram Ramoutar, Anil Mahabir, Trinidad; astrologer's predictions will come true will Only a life lived in ~ccordance with dhar-
groups fall in love and decide to get married, no! just for healing-it is a path to Enlight- ;gion a religion. But now that we are free to Dr. Devananda Tandavan, Chicago; V G. Julie Rajan, have a major effect upon one's perception ma can produce the wisd~m and loving
the opposition is so strong that often the enment. When you put your hands on any call ourselves anythil)g, we should call our- Philadelphia; Shikha Malaviya, Minnesota; Rajesh Jan-
tilal, South Africa; Tara Katir, Hawaii. Sanskritist: Dr. and interpretation of the "objective reality" kindness that can heal as well as inform.
couple decide to part and save their family part of the bQdy, the flow of healing energy selves "Hinduity" and let people Imow that of events to come. Americans tend to be- As "great as astrology is, we should also
S. Jayaraman, New York. Artists: A. Manivelu, S. Ra-
the shame of marrying out. This is unbeliev- begins. Remove the hands and the energy we have caught on to their conspiracy. jam. Cartoonists: Barry Geller, David Lourie, Mario lieve they can alter their destiny through recognize its limitations, and maintain ~
able. Hindus and yet not Hindus. What is stops! This is a simple but powerful tech- SHRUTI AND ABHIJIT T. SHUKLA de Miranda, Manick Sorcar, Gary L. Stair, Bob Thaves. conscious choice, and prefer directions for clear understanding of its role in the con-
the problem here? Identifying yourself with nique. Your readers should consider adding " ashuklas@bellatIantic.net Photo Contributo ...s: Thomas L. Kelly, Stephen P personal, spiritual transformatiqn. In either text of our ovef"all spiritual evolution. We
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a special language or caste group rather than Reiki to their daily routine. Within the next Huyler, Dev Raj Agrawal, Phal S. Girota, ~ny Stone case, there is a large subjectivity factbr and should not lose sight of the unlimited, infi-
being proud that you are a Hindu, this is the ten yearS"; I believe Reiki will spread rapidly Images, Photobank, Art Wolfe Inc., Gordon Wiltsie, room for judgmental errors. It would be nite, illlbounded nature of our.true Being-
problem. It stunts the progress of the Hindu throu~hout the entire world. Indivar Sivanathan. Web Masters: Deva Seyon, Sad- prudent to show discretion and humility in ness, which is always beyond the realm of
Le~ters with writers n~e, address and daytime
yommunity in terms of education, econom- MARC EDWARDS phone number, should be sent to: hunathan Nadesan. Scanning: Vikram Patel, New ones presentation, lest some error of judg- cause and effect. Astrology pertains to fhe
ic and social welfare. Certain groups are " marced@asan.com Letters, HINDUISM TODAY York. Distribution: USA: Ingram Periodicals, New ment result in actual harm to the client. At interactions of cosmic forces in the realm
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book, ,Hindu Astrology and the West. Rao's they are Hindus.' Those who do not cite a
Astrology's clues for main complaint about the astrologers was a specific religion tend to follow an eclectic
Getting as rich as
good child rearing lack of training-especially in the area of path, selecting behefs and practices from
predictions, which he considers the heart of various traditions. They may have been born
destiny allows
Hindu astrology. "There are some very goo.d as Christians, but have outgrown that belief
Self-taught, Dennis F'la.Mrty is certified Americans who want to. take the spiritual system. Traditionally, according to Raman, Stephen Quong, Uman4nda, is a
in Western and Eastern astrology and life very seriously and who are keen learn- Chakrapani, Rao and others, an astrologer trained investment consultant, and
uses both. He has been initiated into Su- ers, but they are overly dependent on their who expects divine guidance should follow a since 1991 a full time Vedic astrologer
fism, TM and Kriya Yoga. computers and cannot do mental calcula- sattvic, pure, lifestyle, and some are found specializing in finance.
tions. My advice is to first of all do worship." ...lacking in this respect.
NSTRUCTION ON THE RAISING Whatever the faults of the nascent group Vedic astrology may displace Western as- IMING IS EVERYTHING IN THE
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27 nakshatras. Noted next to each nakshatra name is the star with versationalists and rarely hold grudges. Like travel and strongly at-
which it is associated. There are 2 1/4 nakshatras per zodiac sign. tracted to religion or philosophy. Sometimes they experience chron-
ic discontent.
1. Ashvini (Beta Arietis): Passionate, impulsive, attractive and intel- 16. Vishakha (Alpha 2 Libra): Purposeful, forceful, commanding in
" ligent, people whose birth Moon is in Ashvini can also be headstrong appearance. Excellent public speakers who enjoy making money.
and extravagant. They enjoy travel, are often skilled workers, and Courage, ambition and one-pointedness carry them quickly to their
may have healing abilities. The Ashvins are Vedic gods of light, heal- goals. They revel in turmoil and enjoy a good argunIent.
ing and inspiration. The Moon's location at birth along this ancient division of the ecliptic is, 17. Anuradha (Delta Scorpio): Well-to-do, they dislike austere
2. Bharani (41 Arietis): Bharani folk are usually healthy, happy, skill- lifestyles, but have a deep spiritual nature. They value family and
ful and conscientious. They also tend to be somewhat impatient and says Hindu astrology, a prime indication of a person's basic characteristics friends, enjoy organizing projects and managing people. The less
self-indulgent, and find it hard to forgive. Setbacks can shift their mature are prone to jealousy and depression.
priorities from material preoccupation to spiritual transcendence. 18. Jyeshtha (Antares 18): Deeply passionate, able leaders, re-
3. Krittika (Alcyone 2-Pleiades): Krittika types are fiery, full of cre- nowned for their adherence to virtue-and their testy tempera-
ative energy, highly ambitious, dedicated to divine service, self-mo- ments! Generally cheerful, but quite irascible when provoked, they
tivated and "think big." They stand out in a crowd and can become gladly fight to defend the helpless.
quite famous. They're prone to eating too much. 19. Mula (Lambda Scorpii): Set in their ways, clever, soft and happy
4. Rohlni (Aldebaran): Rohini gives a loving, truthful disposition, disposition, but somewhat suspicious of other people's motivations.
serenity, a sense of responsibility and a love of the arts, beauty and They tend to find their way to money, or money finds its way to
culture. If the Moon is afflicted, they may be prone to stubbornness, them.
anger, selfishness and fault -fmding. 20. Purvashadha (Delta Sagittarii): Patient, independent minded,
5. Mrigashira (Lambda Orion is): Gentle, sensitive, highly perceptive, convincing in speech, proud, lucky in love, outgoing people who will
drawn to romance, music and the arts, Mrigashiras prefer a quiet, stick with their friends. Value their own opinions over other's.
comfortable life, can be very hard working and are frequently 21. Uttarashadha (PI Sagittarii): Popular, idealistic, influential, sta-
drawn to spiritual life. Some are haunted by self-doubt or egoity. ble, introspective and ethical. Good both at starting projects and
6. Ardra (Betelguese 7): FUll of vitality, good athletes, Ardras live life completing them. Drawn to work which uplifts others. The less ma-
with enthusiasm and intensity. Sympathetic and helpful, they're of- ture may be lazy, easily distracted or stressed out.
ten drawn to the study of esoteric laws. If the Moon is afflicted, they 22. Shravana (Altair 20): Intelligent, well-educated, and prosperous.
can be cruel, lashing out at others unfairly at times. A degree of fame usually comes their way. They love to learn, make
7. Punarvasu (Pollux 11): Good-natured, generous emotionally, pru- good teachers and enjoy traveling. Often drawn to religious life, or a
dent financially, content to live a relaxed, uncluttered life, self-disci- life of service, but they may become rigid or fanatical.
plined, yet playful. They need to guard against complacency and 23. Dhanishtha (Alpha Delphini): Courageous, generous, often pros-
watch their health. They make good friends. perous, upbeat, ambitious and with a universal outlook. They bring
8. Pushya (Delta Caner i): They are stable, easy going personalities, people together for a worthy cause. Not easily fooled, they carefully
prosperous, well educated, popular, virtuous, nice looking, forth- analyze any proposition put to them. Can be aggressive, rash or
right, intelligent and wise. Can be overly rigid, selfish and arrogant. overly conservative.
Productive and caring people who make good teachers. 24. Satabhishak (Lambda Aquarii): Blunt but honest, disinclined to
9. Ashlesha (EpSilon Hydrae): Self-reliant, excellent communicators, conform, almost always get their way. Drawn to fields requiring pen-
capable of great concentration and penetrating insight. Their candor etrating insight such as science or philosophy. Can become a mind-
can turn to tactlessness, and they may manipulate truth to protect less workaholic, private, hiding their real thoughts. Most devoted to
themselves. Don't humiliate them; they will never forget it. service of humanity, whether recognized or not.
10. Magha (Alpha Leonis): Regal, ambitious, pleasure loving, physi- 25. Purva Prostapada (Beta Pegasi): F1ne speakers, good business
cally strong, they easily rise to leadership positions, honor tradition skills, can make money and hang onto it. Generally fairly serious
. and pursue noteworthy projects. They enjoy being served more than people, yet may act impetuously or have a hard time sticking to a de-
serving, and they can fall prey to a voracious desire for sex. cision. The less mature can be phobic, cynical or may strike out vin-
11. Purva Phalguni (Delta Leonis): Magnanimous, loyal, delightful dictively at others.
conversationalists, earthy, attractive. They get their way without in- 26. Uttara Prostapada (Gamma Pegasi): Well-balanced and ethical
timidating others. Often they are wanderers, drawn to the arts, and people, kindly, self-sacrificing, supportive, very convincing in dis-
enjoy life to the full. The body is usually healthy, but the mind is so cussions. They sincerely enjoy family life and like to help others.
active and creative, they tend to leap before looking. When conflicts or competition arise, they are likely to hold the
12. Uttara Phalguni (Beta Leonis): Likeable, generally well-to-do, winning hand. Young souls can be lazy, irresponsible and envious.
earning substantial salaries through their exceptional intelligence. 27. Revati (Zeta Piscium): Healthy, intelligent, with a sweet disposi-
Make wonderful friends, and are always ready to help their com- tion and artistically gifted, they love people, wish harm to no one
panions. Success, courage and love of adventure may appear, but ro- and nourish those in need. While they don't seek much for them-
mantic escapades may lead to trouble. selves, wealth and joy are often spontaneously bestowed on them.
13. Hasta (Delta Corvi): Hard working, industrious and exceptional- The less mature may display an inferiority complex, a servile nature,
ly resourceful, they make fine artisans, specialists, business people or fall prey to continual disappointments.
and teachers, but are not often leaders. May display intelligence, a
sharp wit and healing ability, also a lack of patience, and a deter- Nakshatras: Here with the Earth in the center is a diagram depict-
mined effort to manipulate others for their own ends. ing the 12 rasis, or signs, of the zodiac surrounded by the 27 naksha-
14. Chitra (Spica 16): Charming and stylishly dressed, drawn to any- tras, according to their relative location in the heavens as seen from
thing new or out of the ordinary. Magnets to the opposite sex, often the Earth. Each nakshatra is given a symbol related either to its sub-
artistically gifted, they surround themselves with beautiful things. tle vibration or to the shape of a nearby constellation of stars. There
May at times become self-indulgent. These are intelligent, honest, are also four equal divisions of each nakshatra, making a total of 108
efficient and never superficial people. expressions of human nature.
Stars Above, Life Below the 27th, are unsuitable for any
kind of auspicious work, except
Uttara Prostapada. Each naksha-
tra has a set of syllables which
Take advantage of the good times and dodge the bad should be used to begin the name
of a person born under that nak-
shatra. This gives a name in har-
AKSHATRAS ARE A POWERFUL MEANS activities, doing healing work or administer- mony with the person's nature, and also is an
to find auspicious times for every ing medicines, opening a business, sales, easy way to record ones nakshatra.
imaginable human activity. They're trade and borrowing and repaying. By consulting an astrologer, or studying
also useful for avoiding actions on a Soft: Mrigrashira, Chitra, Anuradha and books on the subject, one can determine aus-
day when results are likely to be frustrated. Revati are excellent for learning music, picious times for celebrating samskaras, rites
In order to find that date when the cosmic dance and drama, performing auspicious of passage for children, medical treatment,
vibrations will be just perfect for you to ceremonies such as marriage, buying and beginning of education, etc. This more com-
make that big career move, buy a car or wearing new clothes, the enjoyment of plea- plex analysis, involving your own birth chart,
plant your garden, you need a panchan- sure, romance, conception of a child and the location of the planets during the time
gam-an astrological calendar-calculated making of friends. period in question, can more precisely bring
for your region [see resources]. The Moon's Fixed: Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara your desired aims into harmony with uni-
nakshatra is the same allover the world at Ashadha, Uttara Prostapada are good for versal energies-something that is not neces-
the same moment, but the human conven- permanent works such as making vows or sarily going to happen when you schedule
tions of time zones and the international taking oaths of office, building homes and activities only according to a conveniel!t.day
date line make the calendars produced in laying the foundations of cities, plowing the of the week. Those who live by this ancient
one place not applicable to another. Pan- land, planting and purchasing farms. lunar calendar swear it empowers their life.
changam in hand, you can proceed to re- Moveable: Purnarvasu, Svati, Shravana, One way to fmd out is to try it. ..-
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