ARE YOU BORN IN CHITRAI'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 14)

CHITRAI is one of the few nakshatras which are represented by a single star.  And that star is known as SPICA (ALPHA-VIRGINIS).  It is one of the brightest stars in the night sky with a visual magnitude of 1.06.

Ancient Vedic seers saw this nakshatra as the "RESIDENCE of VISHWAKARMA (or Tvastar), the divine architect.

TVASTAR, the celestial architect, is the main ruling deity of this nakshatra.  He is usually referred as VISHWAKARMA too.  He is said to be adept in MAYA, the illusory force which keeps alive the drama of life.  Vishwakarma, uses his knowledge of Maya to create, mutate and fashion new forms out of the pre-existing ones, an act which seems like magic to others.  His workings are often done in secret and shroud of mystery surrounds him.

To understand his mysterious aspect better, we have to take our present day example, "most of us are completely unaware how normal soil containing silicon is transformed into a computer, a device which has the ability to do all these magic-like functions".

In the same way, most of us do not have the clue as to how Vishwakarma creates magnificent structures using the most basic elements.  That is why none can surpass Chitrai as far as arts, crafts, design, architecture, and beauty are concerned.

Vishwakarma, even though he is friendly to the gods, has no particular allegiance to anyone.  He creates all LOKAS (planes of existence) for all (human, godly, serpent,e.t.c.).  It is Vishwakarma who fashions thunderbolts for INDRA, the king of heavenly hosts.  But his twin brother, TRISHIRAS (three-headed) is a demon and an enemy of Indra.  This duality finds expression through Chitrai, a nakshatra which is very ambiguous and thus hard to classify in any fixed category of good, evil, crooked or saintly.

Therefore, the essence of Chitrai can be summarized in the phrase "CREATE, CREATE, & CREATE".

Chitrai belongs to the Farmer's class.  Even Vishwakarma, the devine architect, is in a way nothing but a "producer", in keeping the wishes of the gods, or whosoever he is working for, at any given point in time.  The ancient vedic seers obviously regarded creating and producing things, especially on a material plane, as a working class activity.

In modern times, sculptures and architects are elevated to lofty positions in society, but in essence, they still remain puppets in the hands of those who finance them.

It is related primarily to the range or arc that goes from South-East, to South, to West.

It is a Female & PITTA (fiery) nakshatra.

FOREHEAD & NECK are the body parts related to this nakshatra.

The 1st paagam of Chitrai indicates strong abilities to keep secrets;

The 2nd paagam of Chitrai indicates a very disciplined paagam which likes to conclude whatever it begins;

The 3rd paagam of Chitrai indicates a very self-centric & the focus on relationships; &

The 4th paagam of Chitrai relates to the magical & mysterious side of Chitrai.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of CHITRAI you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

Worship of feminine deities who ride on tigers like DURGA is the best way of getting the best of Chitrai.

According to Varahamihira, those with Moon in Chitrai are found wearing bright clothes and garlands, with beautiful eyes and bodies.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF CHITRAI :- ANNA NICOLE SMITH, the famous model who inherited a fortune from her 90 year old billionaire husband, has her Moon placed in Chitrai.  Her huge body is very representative of Chitrai's love of large, well built and proportionate structures.

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ARE YOU BORN IN HASTAM'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 13)

HASTAM consists of 5 stars, known in modern astronomy as ALPHA-CORVI, BETA-CORVI, DELTA-CORVI, GAMMA-CORVI & EPSILON-CORVI.  Beta-Corvi is the brightest among these stars with a visual magnitude of 2.66.

Hastam"s main translation is "THE HAND". And it's alternative translation is "LAUGHTER".  The root "HASTAM" in Sanskrit means "TO LAUGH".

Hastam's symbol is "a hand with all the five fingers".  Through this symbol, the ancient seers are trying to emphasize Hastam's relation with FATE.

The deity that is presiding over Hastam is a sloar deity named "SAVITAR".  Savitar has a jovial, light-hearted type of persona.  He is always portrayed with a laughing gesture. This makes Hastam interested in all kinds of sports on all planes of existence.  On the terrestrial earthly plane, Hastam relates to both mind games and physical sports.

Savitar is supposedly to be extremely skilled with his hands.  This makes Hastam directly associated with everything done with the hands.  The reasoning behind the naming of Hastam should now be clear to us.  Savitar is also considered to be a crafty trickster, gambler and fraudster.  In the ancient times, all kings (represented by Sun) were supposed to be well versed in the arts of lying, deceit, fraud, gambling and even robbery!  The book "SUN-THE COSMIC POWERHOUSE @ Sagar Publications" reveals on this aspect of the Sun's nature.

In a way the nature and functioning of Savitar is akin to a bright sunny day where everyone is feeling good and are involved in creative activities of all kinds.  This is what makes Hastam one of the most optimistic and creative nakshatras. 

In the universal scheme of things, Hastam relates to "HASTAM STHAPANIYA AGAMA SHAKTI" - the power to put one's object of desire in one's hands. The symbolism makes it clear beyond words that Hastam promises immediate acquirement of one's object of desire through one's skill.

Hastam is a passive nakshatra as this can be understood in terms of its planetary ruler MOON.  It is a Male &"VATA" (airy) nakshatra & belongs to the Vaishya's class because Hastam is associated with production, buying & selling of goods.  It can be said that Hastam has the most business like approach to life in comparison to all other nakshatras.  In the present day and age where business and commerce rules everything else, Hastam has a dominant role.

Hastam relates to the direction east, south, north & northwest. 

  

According to Varahamihira, those with Moon in Hastam makes one 'energetic, daring & merciless".  In a way, it is a street-smart professional. 

The 1st paagam of Hastam indicates abundant energy and makes one expert at underhanded activities;

The 2nd paagam of Hastam indicates down-to-earth practicality;

The 3rd paagam of Hastam indicates business-minded & this is the most cleverest amongst the Hastam's paagams; &

The 4th paagam of Hastam indicates the focus on family life and communal co-existence.

For those suffering from the bad effects resulting from afflictions to this nakshatra, the best remedial measure is worship of the SUN as a creative force, at sunrise.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of HASTAM you belong to.......e.g. 3RD PAAGAM???
Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF HASTAM :-  SWAMI VIVEKANANDA, the famous Indian Saint, who made waves in the West by introducing the VEDANTA PHILOSOPHY, has his Moon sign in Hastam.  He was crafty in his speech combined with wit, humour and sarcasm to enthrall audiences across America & Europe.  Back in India, he preached a very "HASTAM-DOCTRINE OF WORKING HARD ON A MATERIAL LEVEL".

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ONE MORE 7AAM ARIVU - SIDDHAR BOGHAR & TAOISM

SIDDHAR BOGHAR, one among the 18 Tamil Siddhars, received his initiations from the illustrious Natha Yogi, Kalangi.

Contemplative insight allegedly guided Bogar to construct a primitive form of aircraft that he used in a journey to CHINA. He is also credited with inventing a sea-going craft using a stream engine, preparing an indestructible STATUE of the god, MURUGA, using nine poisonous herbs and minerals and making a major contribution to the siddhar medicine system which boasts possession of fabulous remedies that heal presently incurable diseases and make possible an extreme longevity. This are clearly documented in Boghar's SAPTAKANDA.

A popular legend describes how Boghar made several missionary excursions into China. A master of astral projection and soul transmigration, Boghar ENTERED the body of a recently deceased Chinese youth, REVIVED it and grew to become the Chinese sage, LAO TZU, author of the TAO TE CHING and founder of TAOISM.

Taoism has a rich alchemical faction devoted to physical longevity that lends credit to this bizarre tale. The TAO TE CHING embodies the same esoteric style that haunts the obscure language of the Tamil siddhars.  Any student of Taoist Yoga is shocked by the similarity of its techniques to those of the Tamil siddhars.

Initially, it could not be accepted of the possibility that BOGHAR WAS INDEED LAO TZU.  Finally, a pilgrimage guide book written in English, described Palani's Hill temple to Lord Muruga and contained a brief monograph on Boghar identifying him as the Chinese sage, Lao Tzu.

Boghar's monumental work of 7000 verses has recently been edited in Tamil by one of the great living apostles of this tradition, Yogi S.A. Ramaiah of Madras.

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ARE YOU BORN IN UTHIRAM'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 12)

UTHIRAM consists of two very contrasting stars, known in modern astronomy as BETA-LEONIS AND 93-LEONIS.  Beta-Leonis is among the brightest stars in the night sky with a visual magnitude of 2.13 whereas 93-Leonis is a relatively faint star with a visual magnitude of 4.53.

The main symbol of this nakshatra is "THE TWO BACK LEGS OF A BED". In fact, Pooram (also bed, but front legs) & Uthiram form a pair. The difference is that, Uthiram is related to the back legs and not the front legs of a bed, as it is for Pooram. 

ARYAMAN, one of the 12 Adityas (SOLAR DEITIES), is the main ruling deity of Uthiram. Aryaman is seen as a deity presiding over patronage, favours and kindness. Therefore the key motivation of this nakshatra is towards helping or receiving help from others. As such, Uthiram borns are very cultured, social and civilized.  They are also very concerned about etiquettes and social graces.

Aryaman is also seen as deity who places strong emphasis on friendship. In Vedic rituals, he is always involved in a pair, either with BHAGA (the ruling deity of Pooram), or with MITRA (the presiding deity of ANUSHAM).

Uthiram, like Sun, is STRAIGHT-FORWARD, and UNHESITATING in its dealings.  Uthiram is ready to serve but only from a POSITION OF SUPERIORITY.

Uthiram is considered a balanced nakshatra. Its balancing quality is pretty evident from the nature of its ruling deity Aryaman.  One needs to have a balanced personality to have social graces, kindness, compassion and friendliness towards other living beings. In a way it mirrors THULAM (fairness) when it comes to all that is encompassed by the term "balance".

Uthiram falls in the Kshatriya (ruling/warrior) class of nakshatras because its qualities are derived from the association with the Kshatriya planet Sun. 

Its a Female nakshatra.  This a perplexing classification considering that both its ruling planet and ruling deity are male. Maybe of the female attributes that it have, such as GRACE, KINDNESS, BENEVOLENCE, CONCIDERATION & RECEPTIVITY resulted it to be classified a female nakshatra.

LIPS, SEX ORGANS & THE LEFT HAND are the body parts related to this nakshatra.  It is primarily "VATA" (airy nakshatra).

The two DIRECTIONS it relate to most strongly are the EAST & SOUTH.

According to Varahamihira, those with Moon in Uthiram "earn through their knowledge, and are well liked and popular and live a life of comfort and luxury".

The 1st paagam of Uthiram indicates strongly ethics along with an advisory capacity;

The 2nd paagam of Uthiram indicates good organizational ability, practical & hard-working;

The 3rd paagam of Uthiram relates to the philanthropic side in a Robin Hood fashion; and

The 4th paagam of Uthiram indicates the intellectual as well as the spiritual side.

For those suffering from the bad effects resulting from afflictions to this nakshatra, the best remedial measure is worship of the SUN.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of UTHIRAM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

 

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF UTHIRAM :- GEORGE WASHINGTON, one of the founding fathers of the U.S.A. It is interesting to note that he fashioned the capital city of Washington bearing his name.

 

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ARE YOU BORN IN POORAM'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 11)

POORAM, is represented by 2 bright stars in the back of the constellation of Simmam.  Vedic Seers saw these 2 stars as representing the "BACK LEGS OF A COT". These stars are known in modern astronomy as DELTA-LEONIS (ZOSMA) & THETA-LEONIS (CHERTAN).  With a visual magnitude of 2.56, Zosma is the brighter one.

Its main symbol is the legs of a couch or bed. Some astrologers also use a SWINGING HAMMOCK as one of Pooram's symbols.

Pooram relates to a time where we look for rest, relaxation and amusement after fulfilling our wordly duties and responsibilities.  The symbol of the legs of a bed relates to the beginning part of the relaxation process. A lot of scientists and researchers have found that the solution to a problem usually comes to them, not when they are actually working at the problem.  The solutions come in the period when we have taken our mind-off it and are in a state of complete relaxation. 

BHAGA, one of the 12 Adityas (solar deities) is the main ruling deity of this nakshatra.  Bhaga's name translates roughly into "DELIGHT", "PLEASURE" and "INDULGENCE".  That's why it is related to the planet Venus.

Bhaga's strong relationship with enjoyment makes this as one of the most carefree nakshatras.  Pooram natives don't like to worry as they are comfortable, especially from a physical point of view. 

Pooram is directly connected to Shiva-Lingam, the most commonly worshipped form of Shiva. 

Pooram is considered to be a balanced nakshatra.  Pooram balances creativity with relaxation, work with pleasure, aggression with gentleness.

Pooram relays the brahminical side of the planet Venus.  SHUKRA CHARYA, the presiding deity of Venus, is the preceptor of the demons and has the unique distinction of knowing SANJIVINIVIDYA (knowledge of bringing the dead back to life), which even BRIHASPATI, the preceptor of the gods, does not possess. 

It is a Female nakshatra. Beauty, vanity, love of ease, comfort and luxury are all primarily female concerns.  

THE SEX ORGANS, THE LIPS & THE RIGHT HAND are the body parts related to this nakshatra. It is a "PITTA" (fiery) nakshatra.

According to Varahamihira, Pooram borns "have sweet speech, pleasing manners, habit of wandering & often serve the government in one way or another.

The 1st paagam of Pooram indicates ego, dignity & regality;

The 2nd paagam of Pooram indicates the most sober and hardworking paagam;

The 3rd paagam of Pooram indicates the liking for travels, harmony, relaxation, refinement, counselling, creation & appreciation of beauty; &

The 4th paagam of Pooram indicates the emphasis on intensified emotions, home and family life.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of POORAM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF POORAM :- MADONNA, the famous popstar.

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ARE YOU BORN IN MAGHAM'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 10)

MAGHAM,  is represented by a sickle-shaped group of stars. The brightest among these is ALPHA-LEONIS.  With a visual magnitude of 1.41, it is also known as the "LITTLE KING".  Ancient Vedic seers saw this nakshatra as a THRONE while other cultures saw it as a LION.

Magham translates into "MIGHTY", "THE GREAT", "THE MAGNIFICIENT" & "THE MOST IMPORTANT".

Magham's main symbol is a "THRONE".  This symbol conjures up a picture of royalty, power, status & honour.  However, the bottom line of this symbol lies  in one-word, i.e. "ACHIEVEMENT".

PITRIS or "THE ANCESTORS" are the main ruling deity of this nakshatra.  Therefore, it comes as no surprise that the world of the ancestors control Magham.

Actually, we owe a lot to our ancestors in terms of our actual identity and station in life, even without knowing or acknowledging it, as in the case in modern times. Ancestor worships were one of the strands which connected all ancient civilizations. 

Our ancient ancestors obviously were not ungrateful fools compared to many of us living in modern times, and saw it as their duty and privilege to keep alive the knowledge of their roots, by honouring and in some cases bonding with their ancestors in the other realms. That is why, ancesteral worship still remains a serious matter.

The modern science of Genetics has made it clear that most of our abilities and capabilities are dependant upon our genetic code.  And this genetic code is basically a sort of free gift from our ancestors. Magham, basically is a nakshatra which deals with the past.

The Puranic texts says there is a heavenly realm called "PITRA LOKAM" or "world of the ancestors".  This is the world where we go after our physical deaths.  It is sort of an intermediary station where souls meet their ancestors and rest for a while, before returning to earth for another life or moving on to other lokas. Therefore, Magham is a nakshatra relating both to our identity in the present life and our after-death journey.

In the universal scheme of things, Magham relates to "THYAGA SHEPANI SHAKTI" - the power of the astral body to cut its ties with the physical body. Magham guides the souls to Pitra Loka after one's death.  Thus, Magham is basically a facilitator in change-of-state.

It is a FEMALE nakshatra & is primarily a "KAPHA" or watery nakshatra due to its ability to hide its ambitions, motives and fieriness under a calm exterior.  A calm exterior is often associated with water sign or kapha element.

NOSE, LIPS & CHINS are the body parts related to this nakshatra.

According to Varahamihira, those born in Magham have "lots of wealth, many servants, live a life of luxury and enjoyment, preserving & devoted to gods and ancestors".

The 1st paagam of Magham indicates the will-power aspect of Magham;

The 2nd paagam of Magham indicates its emphasis on image & materialism, also known as very ambitious paagam of Magham;

The 3rd paagam of Magham indicates the intellectual side of Magham ; &

The 4th paagam of Magham indicates the love of rituals, ceremonies, ancestor worships and family pride. This paagam also produces very famous personalities too.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of MAGHAM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF MAGHAM :- PARAMAHAMSA YOGANANDA, the famous guruji who popularized Kundalini Yoga to the Westerners.  His book, "Autobiography of a YOGI" reveals both his spiritual authority and his spiritual teachings were a legacy from a line of Ascended Masters like Yuktheswaran, Lahira Mahashaya & the mysterious figure of Babaji.

 
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ARE YOU BORN IN AAYILIUEM / ASHLESHA'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 9)

AAYILIUEM is represented in the night sky by a ring of stars in the constellation of HYDRA, known in modern astronomy as Epsilon-Hydrae, Delta-Hydrae, Mu-Hydrae, Rho-Hydrae, Sigma-Hydrae & Zeta- Hydrae. The brightest among them, i.e. Zeta-Hydrae has a visual magnitude of 3.12.

AAYILIUEM is a term normally associated with SERPENT imagery and can be translated as "COILING", "CLINGING", "EMBRACING" or 'ENTWINING". The name is probably derived from the serpent king/god "SHESHA". 

A "coiled snake" is the main symbol of this star. Most cultures see snakes as secretive, creepy, wily, cold-blooded, deceptive, insincere, hypnotic and poisonous creatures.  On the positive side, serpents are seen as semi-devine creatures with access to other worlds.  They are supposed to have great powers of insight, intuition, perception, wisdom, cunning, concentration, and sexuality.

In vedic mythology, NAGAS (half serpent/half-human creatures) and other types of serpent-beings abound throughout all the 14 (fourteen) LOKAS (realms of existence).  In some of the legends, these beings are supposed to reside on the earthly plane as well under lakes, rivers or ocean beds. 

Mystery, being one of the basic attributes of Aayiliuem; it is no wonder that all these beings are shrouded by mystery.

Aayiliuem is perhaps the most difficult of all nakshatra energies to handle and channel correctly, especially in the present day and age.  Even the ancient sages and scholars had very few kind words to say in relation to this nakshatra. It has its occult and esotoric significance.

In the universal scheme of things, Aayiliuem relates 'VISASLESHANA SHAKTI" - the power to inflict POISON. 

According to Varahamihira, those  born in Aayiliuem can be crafty, ungrateful & glutton.

This nakshatra is related to the SAGE VASHISHTA, one of the seven celestial sages looking after the affairs of our galaxy. The name of this sage translates into "possesor of wealth".  According to ancient Vedic mythology most of the celestial serpent deities are said to guard treasure and are shown as being enormously wealthy.  Thus it is appropriate that the sage who has most to do with wealth presides over this nakshatra.

It is a FEMALE nakshatra & a KAPHA (watery) nakshatra. It is considered a RAKSHASHA or demonic nakshatra.

Bone-joints like ELBOWS, KNEE CAPS, THE NAILS & EARS are the body parts related to this nakshatra.

Its DIRECTION covers the NORTH-WEST to the NORTH.

The 1st paagam of Aayiliuem indicate it has the ability to put in the most hard work; 

The 2nd paagam of Aayiliuem indicate a highly ambitious paagam which is usually liable to use all of Aayiliuem's negative traits like trickery and deceit to get what it wants;

The 3rd paagam of Aayiliuem indicate closely related to the occult side of Aayiliuem ;

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The 4th paagam of Aayiliuem indicates where the "serpent of Aayiliuem" finally gets slain, most likely get tricked by others, rather than deceive others.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of AAYILIUEM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF AAYILIUEM :- INDHIRA GANDHI, the 1st and only woman prime minister of India.  Her life and works reveal all of Aayiliuem's functioning in modern times.

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ARE YOU BORN IN POOSAM/PUSYA'S NAKSHATRA? (Star 8)

POOSAM comprises of three stars and are known in modern astronomy as Theta-Cancri, Gamma-Cancri & Eta-Cancri, and has a visual magnitude of 4.57.  The ancient Vedic seers saw these stars as resembling an "UDDER OF A COW".

Poosam translates into the "NOURISHER", the "NURTURER" or the "YIELDING".  The name carries within itself the essence of this nakshatra.

Poosam's main symbol is the "milk yielding udder of a cow".  Some scholars ascribe a "FLOWER" to be one of Poosam's symbols too.

BRIHASPATI, the guru, priest and chief advisor of the Gods, is the presiding deity of this Nakshatra. Since he is the same as planet Jupiter, it is not very hard to correlate Jupiter's basic nature with the kind and caring disposition of this nakshatra. All of Jupiter's benevolence such as generosity, compassion, joyfulness and optimism are manifested through this nakshatra. Kindness is what this nakshatra is all about.

According to Varahamihira, those with Moon in Poosam are "lucky, learned, wealthy, ethical and of a peaceful nature".

Poosam relates to "BRAHMAVARCHASA SHAKTI"- the power to harness the creative powers of Brahma (the universal creator).  This re-emphasizes the priestly aspect of Poosam, where one does outer rituals like HOMA and YAGYA to get favour of celestial entities and divine powers in general.

It belongs to KSHATRIYA (Warrior) class because of Poosam's intense involvement in politics and rulership; Brihaspati, the ruling deity of this nakshatra, is supposedly  to have mastery over politics too.

It is MALE & a PITTA (fiery) nakshatra.

MOUTH & FACE are the body parts related to this nakshatra.

Its DIRECTION ranges from West to North.

The 1st paagam of Poosam indicate achievements, limelight, wealth and pride in one's family or ancestry;

The 2nd paagam of Poosam indicate hardworking and service oriented

The 3rd paagam of Poosam indicate comforts, luxury and sociability aspects ; &

The 4th paagam of Poosam indicates the esoteric side & it is the paagam of mantras and rituals.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of POOSAM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF POOSAM :-JIMI HENDRIX, the contemporary musician who relayed messages through his music, especially in songs like "May This Be Love".  Understanding his music is one of the best ways to understand the higher energies of this Nakshatra.

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ARE YOU BORN IN PUNARPUSAM / PUNARVASU NAKSHATRA? (Star 7)

PUNARPUSAM, the root of Jupiter-ian energy, consists of two bright stars in the constellation of mithunam, know in modern astronomy as CASTOR & POLLUX.  With visual magnitudes of 1.58 and 1.22 respectively, Castor & Pollux are easily visible in the night sky.

In most ancient cultures these stars were seen as TWINS (brothers or lovers).  The ancient VEDIC SEERS however saw this asterim as a "QUIVER OF ARROWS".

Punarpusam translates into "GOOD AGAIN", or "WEALTHY AGAIN".  We also get the impression of some positive transformation from darkness into light.

The arrows in the Punarpusam quiver are not normal arrows.  They are supposed to be like the divine astras (weapons), used in ancient times, which magically RETURN after fulfilling their function or mission. It is Punarpusam's function to ensure safe return to the starting point. 

ADITI, the mother of the 12 Adityas (solar deities), is the main ruling deity of Punarpusam.  She is often seen as the goddess of abundance. In a way she relates to all SPACE.  Aditi or space is the prerequisite for any motion or movement.  If there is no space there is no motion!

Aditi's rulership of Punarpusam imparts it with a MATERNAL, CARING, SENSITIVE, REASONABLE & ACCOMMODATING APPROACH.

Punarpusam relates to 'VASTUVA PRAPANA SHAKTI" - the power to gain or retrieve objects or objectives.  Its main theme is TRIUMPHANT RETURN & RENEWAL.

Punarpusam is related to all kinds of practices meant to foster self-understanding and enlightenment.  The interplay of mental and emotional gives rise to a very active, profound and inspired imagination.  Punarpusam natives thus excel in arts like poetry and writing.

Punarpusam always tend to FAIL or not get far in their 1ST ATTEMPT at any pursuit, but the funny part is that they almost SUCCEED if they try a SECOND TIME. That is why Punarpusam translates to being Good Again.  

It belongs to VAISHYA (Merchant) class because of its closeness with the mercantile planet, MERCURY.

It is a MALE & a VATA (airy) nakshatra.

FINGERS & NOSE are the body parts related to this Nakshatra.

Its DIRECTION is primarily related to the arc made by West, North and North East.

The 1st paagam of Punarpusam indicates to the moveable, adventurous & pioneering side.

The 2nd paagam of  Punarpusam indicates materialism aspect.

The 3rd paagam of Punarpusam indicates imagination and science aspect.

The 4th paagam of Punarpusam is considered to be one of the strongest and most powerful one.

DO YOU KNOW which paagam of PUNARPUSAM you belong to?  Every paagam comes with different interpretations.  Only DETAILED ASTROLOGERS can let you know the difference.

MOST FAMOUS PERSONALITIES OF PUNARPUSAM :- RAMA.  He always got everything right only in two-goes (he lost his kingdom and wife and then regained them back), as suggested by the expression "GOOD AGAIN".

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Jyotisha Ravi
Professional Vedic Astrologer
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(http://jyotisharavi.blogspot.com.)
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THE STORY OF KALAHASTI. DO YOU HAVE KAALA - SARPA DOSHAM IN YOUR ASTROLOGY CHART?

The Sri Kalahasti temple is the home to one of the Pancha Bootha Lingams, i.e. "vaayu-lingam", representing the "air" element.  It is associated with the great saint Kannappan Naayanaar and it is also a "parihaaram" place for those who have "kaala sarpa dosham" in their astrological charts.

As the legend goes, this siva-lingam was discovered by three animals- A SPIDER, AN ELEPHANT & A SNAKE. Each of them pray to Lord Siva in their own manner.

The spider wove a web over the "lingam" to protect it, whereas the snake took the gemstones from the "naaga-land" to decorate the lingam. The elephant took the river water to clean/bathe the lingam. But, the three were unaware of each others' existence, therefore each of them considered itself to be the sole guardian to the lingam. With each of them coming at different times daily, of course the spider and the snake got furious whenever they see their webs and the decorated precious stones got washed away, without knowing, from the elephant's conduct of cleansing the lingam everytime with river water. wOw!

This angered the spider and the snake and they wanted to take revenge on whoever did this to their lingam, and they finally discovered it was the elephant that destroyed their decorations.  A fight ensued among the three.  The snake managed to bite the elephant, and as it fell, it speared the snake with it's tusks and crushed the spider simultaneously. Finally all three died.  However, the three were blessed by Lord Siva for their unwavering faith and devotion. Finally, all of  them attained salvation. And these are the three earliest devotees.

Sri Kaalahasteeswara name is made up of (LORD SHIVA=EESWARA), (SPIDER=SRI), (SNAKE=KAALA) & (ELEPHANT=HASTI).

It is the association with the snake that give it the parihaara status, where pujas are performed to appease RAHU & KETU.

There is also another story about Kannappan Naayanaar, who is an ardent devotee of Lord Siva. He never failed to perform his daily worship.  He brought water from the river in his mouth and bathed the image of the Lord by emptying his mouth onto the lingam.  Then he would chew bits of meat to ensure its suitability and offer to the deity.

One day he saw a discharge from the left eye of the image.  As he is in deep devotion, he wanted to cure the defect in the eyes of his Lord.  He pull out his own eye and put it onto the Lord's eye that was in defect. Then, he saw a similar discharge from the other eye of the image too.

Without thinking of the consequences that may arise, he decided to pull out his other eye too...OMG!! He also realise that he may not be able to see once he pull out his other eye.  He put his leg to mark the spot where the eye would go so that it would appear properly balanced on the image, once he decided to pull his other eye out.  Of course, when he is blind he wouldn't be able to see where to put the other eye on the image.   What a un-belieavable act of devotion!

As he was about to perform the act, the Lord appeared in front of him and this prevented him from self-mutilation. The Lord was pleased with his devotion and he subsequently granted him eternal bliss.

Sri Kalahasti temple is very important to the Shaivites as how Tirupati Temple is important to Vaishnavites.

Check with your astrologers for the presence of Kaala-Sarpa Dosham in your Astrological charts and know about the effects of this Dosham more.

Learn to solve your own problems with the expert guidance of a competent astrologer.

Regards,

Professional Astrologer Jyotisha Ravi
H/P: 016-9700 001
www. jyotisharavi.blogspot.com
Email: jyotisharavi@yahoo.com