(6.7.2) Twelve Houses of the Horoscope / Houses in the Birth Chart

What are the twelve Houses of the Birth Chart 

There are twelve houses in the birth chart or a natal chart.They are also known as Bhaav. Each of  these houses signifies certain events.
The names of the twelve houses are as follows -
1. First house is known as Tanu Bhaav or Lagna.
2. Second house is known as Dhan Bhaav
3. Third house is known as Bhraataa Bhaav
4. Fourth house is known as Sukh Bhaav
5. Fifth house is known as Santaan Bhaav
6. Sixth house is known as Rog -Shatru Bhaav
7. Seventh house is known as Kutumb Bhaav
8. Eighth house is known as Mrityu Bhaav
9. Ninth house is known as Bhaagya Bhaav
10. Tenth house is known as Pitri - Karm Bhaav
11. Eleventh house is known as Laabh Bhaav
12. Twelfth house is known as Vyay Bhaav

(6.2.33) Twenty seven Yog in Panchang

What are the twenty seven Yog in Panchang /Importance of Yog in Muhurat 

There are two types of Yog in Muhurat Jyotish - 'Naisargik' (Permanent) and 'Taatakaali' (Temporary). Here we shall learn about Naisargik Yogas.
The Naisargik Yog is one of the five organs of the Hindu Panchang. As per Hindu Panchang or calendar there are 27 Yog. Some of them are auspicious and some are inauspicious. While calculating Muhurat for any event, the Yog is also taken into account. The following is the list of the 27 Yogas with their lord and effect -
Name of Yog--------Lord----------Effect 
1.Vishkumbh--------Yam-----------inauspicious
2.Preeti---------------Vishnu--------auspicious
3.Aayushyamaan---Chandrama---auspicious
4. Soubhaagya ------Brahmaa------auspicious
5. Shobhan----------Brihaspati-----auspicious
6. Atigand------------Chandra------inauspicious
7. Sukarmaa---------Indra-----------auspicious
8. Dhriti--------------Jal--------------auspicious
9. Shool---------------Sarp------------inauspicious
10. Gand-------------Agni------------inauspicious
11. Vridhi------------Surya-----------auspicious
12. Dhruva----------Bhumi----------auspicious
13. Vyatipaat-------Vaayu----------inauspicious
14. Harshan--------Bhag------------auspicious
15. Vajra------------Varun-----------inauspicious
16. Siddhi-----------Ganesh---------auspicious
17. Vyatipaat-------Rudra-----------inauspicious
18. Varian----------Kuber-----------auspicious
19. Paridh----------Vishvakarmaa--inauspicious
20. Shiv------------Mitra-------------auspicious
21. Siddh-----------Kartikey---------auspicious
22. Saadhya--------Savitri-----------auspicious
23. Shubh-----------Lakshmi---------auspicious
24. Shukl------------Parvati-----------auspicious
25. Brahm---------Ashvinikumar----auspicious
26. Endra-----------Pitar--------------inauspicious
27. Vaidhriti-------Diti---------------inauspicious
Other important things about Naisargik Yog -
1. Vyatipaat and Vaidhriti Yog must be avoided for all the auspicious events.
2. First thirty Ghatis of Paridh Yog must be avoided.
3. First three Ghatis of Vishkumbh Yog and Vajra Yog must be avoided.
4. First nine Ghatis of Vyaaghaat Yog must be avoided.
5. First five Ghatis of Shool Yog must be avoided.
6. First six Ghatis of Gand and Atigand Yog must be avoided for any auspicious event.
Note - One Ghati is equal to 24 minutes.

(9.5.6) Names of Sapt Rishis (Seven Sages) / who are seven sages in Hinduism

Who are seven sages in Hinduism / Sapt Rishi in Hinduism / What are the names of Sapt Rishis 

In Hinduism the following are the Sapt Rishis or Seven Sages -
" Kashyapoth Bhardwaajo Gautamshchaa trirev
Jamdagnirvashishthashch Vishvaamitro -- "
"कश्यपोSथ भरद्वाजो गौतमश्चात्रिरेव च।
जमदग्निर्वसिष्ठश्च  विश्वामित्रो ---। " (वाचस्पति )
Kashyap (कश्यप )
Bhardwaaj (भरद्वाज )
Gautam (गौतम )
Atri (अत्रि )
Jamdagni (जमदग्नि )
Vasishth (वसिष्ठ )
Vishvaamitra (विश्वामित्र )
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(10.3.80) Bhaum Pradosh / Bhom Pradosh / Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2017 - 2018

Bhaum Pradosh / Importance of Bhaum Pradosh /What is Bhaum Pradosh / Bhaum Pradosh dates 2017 - 2018

According to the Hindu (Panchang) calendar, there are two Tryodashi Tithis in a lunar month, one is in the Shukla Paksh and the other is in the Krishna Paksh. Pradosh Vrat is observed on each Trayodashi Tithi. The Trayodashi Tithi which falls on Tuesday is known as Bhoum Pradosh.
When is Bhaum Pradosh in 2017

10.01.2017
23.05.2017
06.06.2017
03.10.2017
17.10.2017
When is Bhaum Pradosh in 2018
13.02.2018
27.02.2018

Importance of Bhaum Pradosh 
(1) Bhaum Pradosh is an auspicious day which is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
(2) Observing the fast on Bhaum Pradosh blesses the Vrati with health, wealth, happiness and honour.
(3) Bhaum Pradosh Vrat destroys the Vrati's negative feelings and negative Karmas.
(4) The person's desires are fulfilled if he observes the Vrat on  Bhaum Pradosh.
(5) The person who observe the Vrat on Bhaum Pradosh gets relief from debt.
The process or Vidhi of Bhaum Pradosh Vrat - (for detail click here 10.3.7)
The person who observes Bhau Pradosh Vrat should have a bath once more in the evening. Then he should sit facing east or north. He should have an idol or a framed picture of Lord Shiva in front of him.The idol or the picture should be duly worshiped i.e. Panchapochar or Shodashopachar Puja should be performed. After performing Puja he should break his fast by having his meal in the evening.
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"May Bhaum Pradosh fulfil your desires !"
"May Lord Shiva bless you with health, wealth, happiness and honour!"
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(5.3.35) Muhurat for borrowing money /When to borrow money

When to borrow money / When not to borrow money / What are the Remedial measures for Rinmukti (debt relief)

One has to borrow money for some reason or the other. But in some cases one has to face problems in repaying the borrowed money or loan. To avoid any such situation, one must borrow the money at the proper time and Muhurat.
The following things or factors are taken into account for the Muhurat for borrowing money -
Tithi -
During Krishna Paksh - Pratipada, Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashti, Saptmi, Ashtami, Dasami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi.
During Shukla Paksh -   Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashti, Saptmi, Ashtami, Dasami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi, Trayodashi and Purnima.
Nakshatra - Ashivini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Punarvashu, Pushya, all the three Uttaras, Hast,Chitra,  Anuradha, Shravan, Dhanishtha, Shatbhisha, Revati.
But the Nakshtras Mrigshira, Chitra, Anuradha and Revati are considered better.
Vaar -  Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Note - To increase the possibilities of repaying the borrowed money in time, one must not borrow the money
- on Tuesday,
- when Hast Nakshatra falls on  Sunday
- on Sankranti day
- during Dwi Pushkar Yog
- during Tri Pushkar Yog
Remedial measures for getting rid of debt -
- Repay the debt on Tuesday and borrow the money on Wednesday.
- One must observe fast on Bhaum Pradosh or chant (recite) Ganesh Rin Mukti Stotra.
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(9.5.5) What are the weapons of Hindu gods

Hindu gods and their weapons  / Weapons of Hindu gods / What are the weapons of the Hindu gods

In the Hindu scriptures it is mentioned that weapons are used by Hindu gods to protect themselves and their devotees from enemies.
The following are the weapons of the Hindu gods -
Lord Vishnu - Sudarshan Chakra
Lord Shiva - Trishool
Hanuman - Gadaa (Mace)
Kartikey  -  Spear
Ganesh - Parashu , Pasa
Parashuram - Parashu
Indra - Vajra
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(9.1.6) What are the seven colours of the rainbow

Names of the even colours of the rainbow 

The following are the colours of the rainbow -
1. Red 
2. Orange 
3. Yellow
4. Green
5. Blue
6. Indigo
7. Violet  
Names of the seven colours of the rainbow in Hindi ( Indradhanush ke saat rangon ke naam ) -
Laal (लाल), Naarangi (नारंगी ), Peelaa (पीला ), Haraa (हरा), Neelaa  aasamaani (नीला- आसमानी) Neelaa (गहरा नीला) Violet (बैंगनी) 

(5.2.34) Muhurat for lending money/ Muhurat for giving money on loan

When to lend money / Muhurat for money lending / When not to lend money

For the purpose of earning interest some people lend their money. But in our everyday experience we see that sometimes the money lent is not timely returned by the borrower. And in some cases one has to go to court for the recovery of the lent money. To avoid any such problem, one must lend the money at the proper time and muhurat. 
The following things or factors are taken into account for the Muhurat for lending money -
Tithi -
Krishna Paksh - Pratipada, Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashti, Saptmi, Ashtami, Dasami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi.
Shukla Paksh -   Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashti, Saptmi, Ashtami, Dasami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi, Trayodashi and Purnima.
Nakshatra - Ashivini, Mrigashira, Punarvashu, Pushya, Chitra, Swati, Anuradha, Shravan, Dhanishtha, Shatbhisha, Revati.
Vaar - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Note - The possibility of recovery of the money given on loan reduces if it is given -
- on Wednesday.
- during the Nakshatras - Aardra, Ashlesha, Vishakha, Jyeshtha, Mool.
- during Bhadra
- on Vyatipat Yog
 - on Amavashya
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(6.7.1) What is Natal Astrology

Natal Astrology 

There are various branches of Astrology. Natal Astrology is also one of them. Natal astrology is related to the life of a human being. A natal chart is drawn for the exact time, date and the place of the person who is also known as the native in astrology. The important components of a natal chart (which is also known as the birth chart) are the signs, the planets and the houses. 
These components play a vital role and have the effect on the different aspects of the native's life. The natal chart shows the nature, personality, characteristics, longevity, financial position, marital life etc. of the individual whose birth chart it is.
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(5.2.33) Muhurat for buying, purchasing property,flat, plot, house, land

Auspicious time or muhurat for purchasing property, house, flat, land, plot

For the Muhurat for buying property, house, flat, plot, land, the following things or factors are taken into account -
Tithi - 
Krishna Paksh - Paratpada, dwitiya, tritiya, panchami, saptmi, dashami, ekadashi, dwadashi.
Shukla Paksh - Dwitiya, tritiya, panchami, saptami, dashami, ekadashi, dwadashi, trayodashi, purnima.
Nakshatra - Ashvini, mrigashira, punaravasu, pushya, hast, chitra, swati, anuradha, shravan, dhanishtha, shatabhisha, revati.
Vaar - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
Chandrabal - Chandrabal should also be considered. For Chandra Bal or Shuddhi click here .
Prohibited period - Mal Maas, Shraaddh Paksh or Pitri Paksh, Holashtak, Guru Ast period, Shukra Ast period should be avoided.
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