Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) Consultations in Kansas City

 

Astrology is called Jyotish in Sanskrit, meaning “science of light.”  Jyotish is the science of understanding the subtle influences that come to us from the universe.  These influences are a reflection of the law of karma.  Here, both fate and free will operate. Fate means that our present circumstances are a result of our actions from previous lives.  The external events of our lives are ruled by past karma - over this we have little control.  Free will means that our future is shaped by our actions in the present.

A basic principle of Jyotish is that sadhana (spiritual practices) help neutralize the effects of karma.  The main upayas (remedial measures) of Jyotish are also spiritual and consist of ritual, mantra and meditation.  Propitiation of the planets through puja (ritual worship) and other prescribed measures is an integral part of Jyotish. 

Someone once asked Mother:  “Amma, what is the purpose of astrology and pujas when we have the Guru?”  Amma replied:  “When one is completely surrendered to the guru, the planets stop acting and the guru takes over completely...  when that happens there is no need for astrology or pujas”.  She went on to say with the next breath, however, that She has seen very few with that level of surrender.  So, while we are on the way to cultivating that supreme surrender to the guru, knowledge of astrology can be beneficial.

Jyotish can help us to understand how to optimize our potential so our lives develop according to our true destiny.  It gives us an idea of the trends and periods of life - when to act and when not to act.   It offers practical remedies that can help to alleviate areas of difficulty in life.