Confusions About Transits: By Ascendant or Moon?

By Mrityunjai Ojha

Transit of planets has always been a tricky concept to master. It is the problem faced not only by common people, but even by able astrologers. Today, we will try clearing that confusion through this article. Read on...

Friends, we generally see that a lot of Astrologers, Astro-Lovers and common people are confused about transit. Some astrologers say that transit should be seen from Moon as we see Rashifal from Moon. On the contrary, some say transit should be seen from Ascendant (Lagna). While, some say transit should be seen from Dasha (period) Lord placement in birth chart. (Suppose you have Sun Dasha going on and Sun is placed in your 10th house, so they take 10th house as first house for transit.)

Due to this, people who are interested in Astrology or those who are learning, get confused in Moon, Ascendant and Dasha Lord. There are many systems for astrological predictions. Different systems have different views, but ultimately prediction matters. So, there is a need to understand the system properly and one may choose which astrological system suits you better.

As per my knowledge, transit should be seen as per the astrological system that you follow.

Traditional Astrology (Parashari - Hindu Astrology System) 

In our traditional astrology, we see transit from Moon, here Moon placement in the chart is taken as Lagna (ascendant) to analyse transit. Some astrologers follow double transit also, like they see from ascendant and Moon both. Some use related divisional charts too with ascendant chart, for example D-1 chart (Lagna chart) and D-10 (Dasamsa) for profession and D-1 as well as D-9 for marriage and allied matters. Slow moving planets (Saturn and Jupiter) and Dasha Lords are seen in the transit for major events. For monthly transit, the Sun; and for daily transit, the Moon and it’s Nakshatra (constellation) Lord need to be seen.

Krishnamurti Paddhati (KP system) 

In KP system, Ascendant is taken for transit analysis. Transit of DBA Lords in different star Lords (Nakshatra Lord) and sub-lords are taken in the predictions for timing the events. Transit of slow planets (Saturn & Jupiter) for yearly, Sun for monthly and Moon for daily transit are also seen. 

Nadi System 

In Nadi system, house placement of a specific planet in birth chart is taken in transit analysis. Suppose you have to see transit of Saturn in Nadi analysis and Saturn is placed in 8th house, then we will see transit from 8th house, 8th house will be considered as 1st house. If Jupiter is placed in 2nd house, then for Jupiter analysis we will take 2nd house as 1st house.

So, the conclusion is what astrological system you follow, do not mix 2 systems. This also depends on the excellence of the astrologer, an experienced astrologer can analyze the transit in a better way.

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4th Day Of Navratri: Creator of the universe - Devi Kushmanda

Fourth day of Navratri is devoted to Mata Kushmanda, the creator of whole universe, the goddess who guides the direction of Sun and provides energy to it. Her abode is Bhimapar Vat. Read on to know more about Goddess Kushmanda..

या देवी सर्वभू‍तेषु माँ कुष्मांडा रूपेण संस्थिता।

नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नम:।।

Chant this mantra and worship the goddess of 4th day of Navratri “Goddess Kushmanda”.

To know more about Devi Kushmanda, click here - Devi Kushmanda

Fourth day of Navratri is dedicated to the fourth form of maa Durga “Goddess Kushmanda”. She symbolizes that form of Maa Durga which is the prime source of all. “Ku-shm-anda” means “the cosmic egg” and Devi Kushmanda is considered as the creator of the universe because Lord Vishnu was able to create the universe only after she smiled and moved away. Her smile ended the darkness from every corner of the world.

Devi Kushmanda

Devi Kushmanda is known as “Ashtabhuja” because she has 8 arms.In her 7 hands she holds bow, arrow, mace, discus, lotus, kamandalu and jar of nectar (for longevity and good health) and in 8th one, a rosary to bless her devotes with Ashtasiddhis (8 types of wisdom sources) and Navniddhis (9 types of wealth). Goddess Kushmanda sits on a lion who represents “Dharma”. She resides on the core of the Sun and looks after the functioning of Surya Loka. She has a glowing face and golden coloured shiny appearance.

Worship Devi Kushmanda 

Mata Kushmanda is worshipped with calm and dedicated mind. She likes sacrifice of pumpkin as her name “Kushmand” means Pumpkin in the Sanskrit language. Devotees offer rudraksha mala, bhagva vastra and marigold flowers to seek blessings of the Goddess. Worshiping Goddess Kushmanda removes troubles, sorrows and hindrances from the life of her devotees. They are blessed with name, fame, health and strength. 4th day of Navratri also marks worshipping of Goddess Lakshmi during Navratri.

On this day, Sadhaks and Yogis keep their mind in Anahata Chakra as Kushmanda represents Anahata Chakra in spiritual practice.

Fast

Observing fast on the fourth day of Navratri frees individuals from all diseases and sorrows. To please the Goddess she is offered “Malpua as Bhog”. Women should wear yellow colored clothes and should dress like a Suhagin and must offer the same things to the Devi.

To know about the Navratri Puja in detail, click here- Navratri Puja Vidhi

Goddess With Different Names

Mata Kushmanda is called by many names by her devotees. Some call her “Ashtabhuja” some call her “Adi Shakti”, some call her “Krishnamanda” and others know her as “Adiswarupa”. She is the only one having the strength and power to reside in the core of Sun (Suryaloka).

Masik Ganesh Chaturthi

Also celebrating today is Masik Ganesh Chaturthi. this year Ganesh Chaturthi was celebrated on the 9th of September. Vinayak Chaturthi is celebrated every month but the one on 9th september bring the most important one. 

Click here to know more about Vinayak Chaturthi - Dates Of Vinayaka Chaturthi

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Sensex - Nifty Predictions (08.10.2013)

By Rajeev K Khattar

Planets position on 8th October 2013 at 09:15 am at Mumbai

• Lagna – Libra
• Sun in the sign Virgo
• Saturn, Mercury & Rahu in Libra
• Venus & Moon in Scorpio
• Ketu in Aries sign
• Jupiter in Gemini
• Mars in Leo

Planetary Aspects

Sun squares Jupiter. Moon squares Mercury and trines Jupiter, Mercury conjoins Rahu, Venus squares Mars.

Panchang

Day : Tuesday

Tithi : Shukla-Chaturthi

Nakshatra:Vishakha

Yoga:Prithi

Karana:Vanija

Volatility will be observed till 1pm. From 1 pm to 2.15pm, downtrend will prevail. Afterwards graphs would go up.

Volatility will be seen in automobile, healthcare, pharma and copper.

Persons having Gemini and Libra Moon signs / lagna will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits.

Disclaimer: - The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

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Navratri Celebrations In Modern World

Navratri celebrations kick started on the 5th of October, 2013; and will continue to occupy everyones calendar till 13th October. Celebrating Navratri in India is as varied as the different forms of Maa Durga and this is exactly the topic we will tell you in this article. Celebrating Navratri, region-wise. Read on... 

The most popular Navratri Celebrations that come to our mind would be these:

• Navratri dance of Gujarat - Dandia & Garba
• Durga Puja of West Bengal
• Navratri Golu in South, and 
• The famous Mysore Dussehra Celebrations 

Now, let’s look at each of these in more detail.

Dandia & Garba

Garba is a traditional dance of the state of Gujarat. It is an extravagant event, which is organised for the nine days of Navratri. People from all over the state take part in this festival. This is a major attraction for foreign crowd as well. The Government of Gujarat itself organise “Navratri festival celebrations” and the state declares four days holidays to give this festival a whole new level of excitement. Another highlight of this dance is the grand and beautiful costumes. These are traditional Gujarati costumes which have exquisite designs and are of vibrant colors. The dancing folk use beautifully designed sticks and dance to the beats of the songs with one another forming big circles. This is one starry night which no one would want to miss.

Click here for Garba Songs & Music - Navratri Songs

Durga Puja 

Durga puja is one of the biggest festivals of West bengal. The entire state will be immersed in the celebrations, everywhere there will be nothing else to see other than Pandals, food stalls, Durga statues and people gathered in large numbers. Sharad Navratri known as Durga puja is a festival one does not miss in West Bengal. Large size Durga idols depicting her in the Durga form killing the Demon king Mahishasura is placed in big Pandals where people in huge numbers gather to pray and wish one another. Women apply vermillion which is red in color (Durga Maa’s color) and exchange sweets and wish one another. Temples perform special Pujas and rituals, the grandeur at these places is beyond explanation. One has to be there to witness this splendor with their own eyes. Durga Maa, Laxmi, Saraswati, Ganesh and Karthikeya are the prime Gods worshipped during this festival.

 Navratri Golu

Golu also known as Kolu in Tamil is a custom where miniature dolls of deities depicting ancient legends and stories are placed on decorated steps with colorful lights, flowers and rangolis. This is a most looked forward to festival, which is celebrated in the month of Purattasi in the Tamil Hindu calendar. This is a very popular custom in the four southern states of India, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Tamil nadu and Kerala. On this occasion, nine young girls dressed as the nine different form of Goddess Durga are invited home and given sweets and new dresses. Married women visit each other’s home and exchange Thambulam (Haldi Kumkum). People gather for a social get together and sing devotional songs, as well as perform skits from Hindu mythology.

Mysore Dussehra

The Mysore Dussehra festivals, date back to the 15th century. In 2010, Mysore Dussehra celebrated its 400th anniversary. This festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of good over evil, Goddess Chamundeshwari, a form of Goddess Durga is worshipped. This festival is considered as the state festival of Karnataka. The entire city is illuminated for the ten days Dussehra Jamboree. The magnificent Mysore palace is lit for ten continuous days, which is a breathtaking sight in itself. The main attraction of Mysore Dussehra is the Dussehra parade or popularly known as Jumboo Savari, which is a major booster for Mysore tourism. Beautifully decorated vehicle carrying artist and statues are paraded on the streets of Mysore. Folk dancers, cultural art performers adorn the streets of Mysore. One more main event of this festival is the Royal Durbar (royal meeting), where the Royal family along with important guests, leaders, officials and public participate in the Puja and ritual. Every year, the main elephant of the event brought in and trained specially for the reason that he carries the golden statue of Chamundi Goddess and the royal sword and parades it through the city.

This is a brief article about the celebrations carried out in different parts of India. Make this Navratri a special one. May Goddess Durga shower her blessings on everyone.

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3rd Day of Navratri: Worship Goddess of Bravery, Maa Chandraghanta

Third day of Navratri Puja is dedicated to Maa Chandraghanta. Maa Chandraghanta is the symbol of justice, strength and bravery. The third day of Navratri is very important as on this day the mind of the devotees enters into Manipura Chakra and they become capable of witnessing unearthly and divine things. 

Maa Chandraghanta

A crescent Moon is present on her head and because of its bell shape the goddess is known as Maa Chandraghanta. She rides on a lion and has ten hands and three eyes. Out of the ten hands, eight hands display weapons and the remaining two are for giving boon and stopping harm. The colour of Maa’s body is golden and she has a pleasant look and a roaring voice.

On this day devotees can feel the divine fragrance and can hear many divine sounds. The devotees will require to be most careful on this day.

Rituals performed

The rituals performed on third day are the same as the other Navratri days. All the gods, goddesses, lord of the villages in the Kailash and planets are worshipped. Further worshipping of family members of the goddess: Ganesha, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Vijaya, Jaya, Kartikey takes place. At last Maa Chandraghanta is worshipped. In the end Lord Shiva and Brahma Ji are also worshipped.

Mantra

या देवी सर्वभू‍ते षुमाँ चंद्रघंटारूपेण संस्थिता।

नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नम:।। 

भावार्थ: हे माँ! सर्वत्र विराजमान और चंद्रघंटा के रूप में प्रसिद्ध अम्बे, आपको मेरा बार-बार प्रणाम है| हे माँ, मुझे सब पापों से मुक्ति प्रदान करें।

Ya Devi Sarvbhoote Shumaa Chandra-Ghanta-Rupen Sansthita|

Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah||

Meaning: I have joined hands in front of the supreme Goddess and I adore the goddess of a bell shaped moon on her forehead. Grant me forgiveness for all the bad deeds done by my in my life.

Or,

Another Mantra for Goddess Chandraghanta is given below. You may chant either of them. This one is less known as compared to the above one.

Pindah Pravarudha Chandkopastrakayurta|

Prasand Tnute Mahayam Chandraghanteti Vishruta||

Chandraghanta Beej Mantra

Om Aim Hreem Chandraghantya Namah||

Worshipping Maa Chandraghanta helps in burning all the sins and removes all the obstacles. Worshipping her is very fruitful and the worshipper becomes brave and fearless. He achieves fame, respect and glory.

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Sensex - Nifty Predictions (07.10.2013)

By Rajeev K Khattar

Planets position on 7th October 2013 at 09:15 am at Mumbai

• Lagna – Libra
• Sun in the sign Virgo
• Saturn, Mercury, Rahu & Moon in Libra
• Venus in Scorpio
• Ketu in Aries sign
• Jupiter in Gemini
• Mars in Cancer

Planetary Aspects

Sun squares Jupiter. Moon conjoins Mercury, Saturn & Rahu. Venus squares Mars.

Panchang

Day : Monday

Tithi:Shukla-Trithiya

Nakshatra:Swati

Yoga:Vishkambha

Karana:Taitula

Tug of war between the bulls and the bears will result in down trend. Upmove can be seen between 11am to 11:30am. Bearish movements will be seen in the stocks of software, tele communications , electrical good and companies related to infrastructure 

Graphs will try hard to go upwards from 15:15 onwards.

Arvind Ltd, Punj Lloyd, BEML and TVS Motors can witness upmove today

Persons having Taurus and Virgo Moon signs / lagna will be financially affected today. They should refrain from money matters today.

We suggest the readers not to indulge in any kind of speculation like day trading but invest astrologically as per their individual horoscopes for long term to gain profits .

Disclaimer: - The predictions made herein are for information purposes and are not recommendations to any person to buy or sell any securities. We only use astrological analysis, so target are not based on any technical or fundamental analysis but only on the experience of an astrologer. Its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The information provided herein is not to be construed as an offer to buy or sell securities of any kind. The Astrologer and the company do not accept any liability for the use of this column. Readers of this column who buy or sell securities based on the information in this column are solely responsible for their actions. And author won't be liable or responsible for any legal or financial losses made by anyone.

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Navratri - The festival of Goddesses begins

Shubh Navratri!

Navratri is the only thing that is ruling everyone’s mind this week. India comes alive during these 9 days of celebrations. This is a grand event in states like West Bengal, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka. Grand Pujas and rituals in temples, Garba - Dandiya; and who can miss talking about the world famous Dussehra festival celebrations in Mysore. There is just so much life in this festival, its a spiritual and cultural enlightenment for everyone.

Navratri Puja celebrations in 2013 begin on the 5th of October and end on the 13th of October. Dussehra or Vijayadashami concludes the celebration of Sharad Navratri and is celebrated with much devotion by all. The nine days of Navratri is dedicated to the Mother Goddess Durga.

1st - 3rd day: Goddess Durga, who represents supreme power and strength, is worshipped.
4th - 6th day: Goddess Lakshmi, who represents wealth and prosperity, is worshipped.
7th - 9th day: Goddess Saraswati, who represents wisdom and spirituality, is worshipped.

On the last ninth day, Kanya Puja is performed. Nine young girls who are dressed as the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped.

Click here to know the significance and the Goddesses worshipped on the nine days of Navratri - Nine Days Of Celebration

Spread The Joy !

If there is anything that will increase your happiness then it is by spreading the joy to others. Start our festivities by doing the same. Wishes your friends and family a happy Navratri.

Click here for special Navratri messages - Navratri SMS

Dance Your Worries Away !

For all the dance and music crazy people, we have just what you want. Merge with the divine spirits with our collection Navratri songs and music.

Click here for Navratri Garba songs and music - Navratri Songs

Maa Durga To Guide You !

Never will Maa Durga make you feel all alone. She is always there to guide her children to the path of enlightenment. All you need to do is seek her for her blessings before you start anything.

Click here to ask Maa Durga - Nav Durga Yantra Astrology

AstroSage will be doing a special coverage on all the nine days of Navratri. An article a day on each day of the Navratri, so keep AstroSage active.

Well.. as everybody is celebrating Navratri, AstroSage has brought in some treat of its own. We give you the dates of Navratri celebrations and the informations about the Goddesses associated with each day.

• 5 October - Shailputri
• 6 October - Brahmacharini
• 7 October - Chandraghanta
• 8 October - Kushmanada
• 9 October - Skand Mata
• 10 October - Katyayani
• 11 October - Kalratri
• 12 October - Maha Gauri
• 13 October - Siddhidatri

That’s the enough information about Navratri celebrations. Now, let’s move onto other important things for the week. Like always, we have the horoscope predictions ready for you. Just click here to reach them.

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Other Important Events Of The Week

• 8 October - Vainayaki Ganesh Chaturthi
• 12 October -Mahashtami
• 13 October -Mahanavami; Dussehra* (in some parts of India)

*As per Panchang, Dussehra is beginning on October 13 and ending in the morning of October 14. Hence, in some parts of India, it will be celebrated either on 13th or on 14th. However, it is recommended to celebrate Dussehra on October 13. Vijay Muhurat is from 1:49 PM to 2:36 PM (IST) on October 13; and Aparahana Puja time is from 1:03 PM to 3:23 PM (IST) on October 13 only.

Shubh Muhurat

We are also bringing in another important thing which will come as a very useful service during these nine days of Festivity. Muhurat, its is the auspicious time in which any important or auspicious work can be done. Also you can use this service to find out the right time to perform puja to the Goddess.

Just click here to access it - Muhurat Service

Now, as a gift for Navratri, you can enjoy our free services.

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It is always good to have someone to guide you and tell you the right from wrong; and when that advice is coming for free, why wait? Enjoy the benefits of all our free services...

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Hearty wishes from AstroSage. May the Goddess shower her blessings on all of you!

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