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Introduction to
Vedic Astrology
25 Oct. & 1, 9, 15 Nov. 2008
Dear student of astrology,
Western and Vedic astrology are “close
cousins” as far as systems of astrology go.
In the course of the many millenia during
which astrology has evolved the two
systems have periodically cross-pollinated
and mutually enriched each other.
In fact, Vedic and western astrology are so
similar in many essential respects that it
is hardly proper to consider them
fundamentally different systems of
astrology. They're really the very same
language, albeit that they have been
cultivated
in
somewhat
different
geographical and cultural environments,
and have thus developed into distinct
dialects, perhaps, but not different
languages.
One significant difference between western
and Vedic astrology is the fact that the
latter has been fostered and developed in a
more sympathetic and stable environment,
since astrology is an integral and natural
part of Indian culture and has never
suffered the ostracism and controversy
that astrology in the west has had to
endure, and barely survived. This is one
reason why western astrology and
astrologers can learn from Jyotish, and
why Jyotish can help westerners reconnect
with the spirit of their own all-but-lost
traditions.
Anyone with a background in western
astrology will find much that is familiar
in Jyotish, and this makes Jyotish
accessible to the astrologically minded
westerner. And yet, when it comes to the
specifics, the actual outcomes of applying
the system in a particular context, Vedic
astrology will often place the emphasis in
brand new places that will surprise, and
even more often enlighten the western
astrology student.
As an astrologer who has tried and tested
both systems I have found that there are
facets to both that are useful and reliable,
and, I must add that, rightly or wrongly,
there are components of both systems that I
have found less consistent, and that I use
cautiously or not at all.
I am very grateful for the light Jyotish has
shed for me on how astrology works, and I
would be delighted to introduce you to it's
treasures.
Namaste,
Richard Fidler
LESSON 1 - Saturday 25 Oct. 2008
l The shape of modern astrology assimilating the past ; Project Hindsight
and traditional western astrology
l Comparing Jyotish and western astrology;
cultural, historical and technical factors
l Converting a western chart to Jyotish format
- Sidereal vs. Tropical Zodiac, the
Ayanamsha, methods of House Division and
diagram styles
l Meanings and associations of primary
factors - Planets, Signs & Houses in Jyotish,
the Lunar Nodes in Jyotish
l Basic interpretation- planetary strength and
status, Planets in Signs, Houses and
Jyotish approach to Aspects
l Basic
rectification
Ascendants
for
uncertain
l examples and case studies
Detailed notes will be provided on all
aspects covered in the course.
LESSON 3 – Sunday 9 Nov. 2008
The fee for the entire course is
only R1500
l Fine tuning interpretation - the "Moon
Ascendant", "Sun Ascendant", Navamsha
chart
l Jyotish and Ayurveda: determining
constitutional type from the natal chart
l Remedial measures: gemstones and
metals, mantras, yantras and yagyas,
herbs, yoga etc.
l Case studies
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The venue at which the course will be held is the
Good Vibrations Healing Santuary, 9A
Eleventh Avenue, corner Homestead Road,
Rivonia, Gauteng.
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The daily sessions will begin at 10am and end
at 4pm, with breaks in between; tea and
refreshments included, but bring yourself a
snack for lunch.
LESSON 4 – Saturday 15 Nov. 2008
LESSON 2 – Saturday 1 Nov. 2008
l The Nakshatra's (or Lunar Mansions) of
Jyotish- uses of Nakshatras in natal chart
interpretation, synastry, electional and
horary astrology
l The "Yoga's" of Jyotish- spotting special
planetary combinations
l The Jyotish approach to life-cycles:
calculating Vimshottari Dasha planetary
periods using the Moon's Nakshatra position,
the years Planets "mature", Transits, Solar
Return charts, “Nadi Transits”
l The Synastry of Jyotish- relationship
Karma, Kuja Dosha, the four cornerstones
of relationship (Sun, Moon, Ascendant &
Venus), traditional use of Nakshatras in
compatibility analysis
l Vedic astrology software: Junior Jyotish
and Jagannatha Hora lite (free but perfectly
functional software)
l Beyond the basics: divisional charts, other
dasha systems
l Case studies and practical application of
principles covered
For bookings and
contact Richard:
queries
Cell: 082 9345212
Email: [email protected]
website: www.richardfidler.com