Seniorgiri Counter the Loneliness Yourself.
Seniorgiri Series: Hobbies Divination Systems
By Shobha Mathur
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Hello When was the last time you did Something for the First Time? Do it now. This is the age to enjoy whatever you wanted to do before but had no time to do till now. You are your own best friend. You do not need any one’s permission to learn new crafts or pursue new hobbies.
Remember ☺ You are not competing with anyone. ☺ You do not have to prove anything to anyone. ☺ You have to suit only your pace of doing thing, Last but not least ☺ Be proud of yourself for all and any achievement. ☺ Enjoy and Enhance your life and abilities.
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THIS IS HOBBY HELP SERIES FOR SENIORS.
I am compiling a series of things to do - what to do to counter loneliness, in addition, how to go about it. This is about Divination Systems. Here I have tried to give a concise introduction about some popular divination systems, and more links to follow if you are curious. I have given the links that are the most visited. As on July2009, all links are correct and working. You should look for more as you surf. You may find many that will suit to your needs. This is just a first step.
Please feel free to share this with anyone you like.
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Introduction These are curious times. All the scientific and technological education and advancement seems to have made people more insecure and anxious. They are looking for ways to combat the increased stress of life. Religion, spirituality, rituals, occult, mysticism etc., are all pursued as they offer comfort and hope. Astrology is a big attraction for all. It tells you about yourself, your present and future problems, and tries to prescribe remedies. At least in India, it is a ubiquitous part of all our lives. Any work has to be started at a good Muhurat . Especially for weddings it is a must. By the way we only look for muhurts for auspicious jobs; we should also look for muhurats otherwise. Muhurat for cheating, divorce, fights, even Wars. That way we will wait for the right time to commit the mission and not do it instantly. Most people will get a horoscope made if not of themselves, of the children. All our festivals are according to lunar calendar and have holy times. Rahu kalam is dreaded by all. Babies are named according to their rashi. Most young people have a high Sun signs Quotient. In fact It is now the younger generation which is insisting on Horoscope Matching ! Most people have some sort of lucky charm or Jewellery. Astrological gems and Birth stones are big business Most people will check the daily horoscope whether they believe in it or not. People have changed the spelling of their names to suit numerology. Ekta Kapoor’s “K” TV Serials are legendary.
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Astrology and allied divination systems are big business . All newspapers, magazines, news channels have a prediction corner or time, and all have some tame in house astrologist. Now Tarot Reading is getting popular too. All the new technological inventions are used for getting the latest horoscopic predictions. You can get your daily horoscope by email, RSS or by SMS of course for a price! The necessity is not only to know about future , but to know the ways to make it better and to remove any obstacles. There are dedicated astrology programs on TV where learned looking Gurus are answering questions and prescribing Upaaay (methods) of solving any and every problem. ( I would like to know from people how successful were these, but no one likes to talk about their problems and least about failed operations) Whether you believe in it or not, it can be a good time pass. There are many streams of divination that can be pursued. Here I have covered Astrology as the main tributary, and several secondary ones like Vaastu, Tarot, Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology. This is a general guide to whet your interest. You may not want to become a professional, but even an amateur awareness will grant you celebrity status with any Crowd. I am not going into a futile debate whether Astrology works. and I am just recording hows and not whys.
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What is Astrology It is part science, part mysticism, that goes back a long time. It is a study of stars and constellations which seeks to measure, and predict their influence on life. Since ancient times Stars and moon fascinated people, and remarkably similar studies have been done on their basis. Astrology consists of two parts. Ganit ( Calculations) and Phalit (Interpretations).
Ganit - The Astronomy is an exact science which measures the movement of planets and constellations .
Phalit - Astrology is the interpretation based on that exact measurement. How a planet can influence life from a certain angle alone or with other planets. Studies have been done about all kinds of combinations and a good astrologer apparently can even predict evil or criminal tendencies from a newborn baby’s time of birth. Almost all civilizations have had some sort of divination system and astrological readings. Here I have mainly covered the Vedic ( Indian) and Western systems of astrology. In the later part there is a brief introduction to Tarot, Vaastu, Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology and links for learning about them.
Stars have always been a source of wonder and mystery. This is a picture from NASA 7 of 65.
Janam Kundali or Natal Chart The base of Astrology is the Natal Chart , Horoscope or Kundali. This is a map of constellations and planets at the place and time of birth. All systems require this information to chart this. Then by looking at the position of various planets, interpretations and predictions are made. We are looking at two main systems of making a horoscope Chart:
1.Vedic Vedic encompasses India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and many other countries with Hindu traditions. It has further two kinds of charts : North Indian South Indian
2. Western It has its roots in Greek and Mesopotamia civilizations. There are many similarities with the Vedic system, which point to some common heritage.
Note I have mostly used the word Chart , as today Horoscope has become synonymous with Daily predictions.
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Comparison of two systems Both Vedic and Western systems have 12 Constellations and 9 planets. The constellations are the same in both. In the western system these are known as Sun signs. Vedic calculations are based on Lunar movements as Western ones are on Solar. That is why the Sun Signs and the Vedic Rashis do not always tally. There is some difference in planets. Vedic system has Rahu and Ketu which are not real planets. The western astrology does not have Rahu and Ketu, instead they have Uranus and Neptune. The other seven are same. Sometime they also use Pluto. (See Information about Constellations and Planets) In Both systems the each sign is ruled by one planet. As only seven planets are lords of 12 signs, some do double duty. In all Systems Aries is the first house and Pisces 12th. All Systems require basic data – Date, Exact Time, and place Latitude and Longitude. Many atlases are available to find accurate measurement. From this accurate maps are calculated all the planet positions. These are compiled in Ephemeris . Good Ephemeris and many software programs are available to make these charts. Many online sites are also there to make free charts.
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Properties of the Zodiac Signs Elements The 12 Zodiac signs represent four primary elements – Fire, Earth, Air and Water. Three signs belong to each group. Fire – ( Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)These signs are likely to be lively, rash, violent, bright, and enthusiastic. Fiery Temperament, leaders. Earth – (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) These signs are matter of fact and controlled. Solid like Earth. Air – ( Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) These signs have nippy minds and are gifted in abstract concepts, Social skills, analysis, intellect. Can be undetached and cold like air. Water—( Cancer Scorpio, Pisces) Perceptive and sensitive, these signs are deeply emotional. They are interested and in sync with the surroundings in which they live, like a flowing river.
Qualities The Zodiac is also split into tree groups of four signs each, according to qualities – Cardinal, Fixed or mutable. Cardinal –( Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) Have initiative, movement, vitality Fixed- ( Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius) Have steadfastness, stability, earthiness Mutable –( Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces) Are adaptable to changes in life, capable of guiding and influencing circumstances
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This chart shows both groups.
They are further divided in the western system in masculine ( Positive) and feminine ( Negative) groups. (I can see it was a frustrated male who made this particular division)
Fire and Air signs are masculine . Earth and Water are feminine. Another way to differentiate is by their numbers. Odd numbers are Masculine Even numbers are feminine.
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Different Kinds of Charts All charts have 12 Houses, of 30 Degrees each, covering all 360 Degrees around the Earth. Each house corresponds to some part of body, and different aspects of life. The Vedic Charts differ from North to South India, in how they are presented, but not in substance. Moreover, they both differ from western system both in looks and substance.
South Indian
North Indian
In South Indian System, the zodiac has fixed place. The second house on the top row always starts with Aries and goes clockwise. The Lagna and other houses are filled later according to Birth time. In North Indian System the Lagna ( The Birth sign) will always be the top of the diamond. The place of the houses is fixed, and zodiac signs are filled later. The counting is done counterclockwise. The numbers in the houses indicate the zodiac sign. For example 1 will be Aries, 12 of 65.
But the meaning of the houses and final positioning of the planets is the same in both. The Western system chart is in a form of a wagon wheel. In this also the position of Houses is fixed, and the counting goes counterclockwise. The ascendant is the sign that was rising at the sunrise time.
Predictions are made according to position of planets and their angles to each other. All kinds of permutations are recorded and given names as different Yogas. There are 28 Maha Yogas, 8 Khala Yogas and 30 Dainya Yogas. More information here http://vedic.indastro.com/learn-astrology/yoga-lord-1-12-houses.php
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Here Are Two Vedic Charts And One Western For The Same Person.
1. In the North Indian one ( Right) the Number are for Rashis (Zodiac). Number 6 is Virgo which is the Lagna , the First House. You can see that essentially both are same . 2. Below is the Western Chart for the same person. These charts use Symbols heavily instead of text. As the calculation is done mainly by Sun’s position at any given time, here the ascendant is Libra instead of Virgo as in Vedic system.
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Comparison of The Houses The Houses have similar functions as in Vedic System , though the functions do not always match. Each house corresponds to certain aspects of body and life. In the western system, the first 6 houses deal with Individual and last 6 with the society. Vedic
Western
1st House
Lagna, Self
Ascendant, Self
2nd House
Wealth, Family
Money , possessions
3rd House
Younger Siblings
Thoughts, Communication
4th House
Mother , Home
Home
5th House
Children, Education
Creative expression, pleasure
6th House
Enemies, health
Work, learning
7th House
Relationships, Marriage Relationships, Marriage, legal affairs
8th House
Death, Legacies
Inherited money, death
9th House
Luck, Father, Guru
Social institutions
10th House
Profession, business
Ambition, Success in life
11th House
Gains, Older siblings, Travel
Spiritual
12th House
Losses, Expenses
Emotional
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Information about Constellations and Planets English
Sanskrit
Aries
Symbol
Ruling Planet
Type
Quality
Mesh
Mars
Fire
Cardinal
Vrish
Venus
Earth
Fixed
Mithun
Mercury
Air
Mutable
Kark
Moon
Water
Cardinal
Singh
Sun
Fire
Fixed
Kanya
Mercury
Earth
Mutable
Mar 21 – Apr20
Taurus Apr 21 – May 20 Gemini May 21 – Jun 20 Cancer Jun 21 – Jul 21 Leo Jul 22 – Aug 21 Virgo Aug 22 – Sep 21
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English
Sanskrit
Libra
Symbol
Ruling Planet
Type
Quality
Tula
Venus
Air
Cardinal
Vrishchik
Mars
Water
Fixed
Dhanu
Jupiter
Fire
Mutable
Makar
Saturn
Earth
Cardinal
Kumbh
Saturn
Air
Fixed
Water
Mutable
Sep 22 – Oct 22 Scorpio Oct 23 – Nov 21 Sagittarius Nov 22 – Dec 20 Capricorn Dec 21 – Jan 19 Aquarius Jan 20 –
(Uranus)
Feb 18 Pisces Feb 19 –
Meen
Jupiter (Neptune)
Mar 20
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Astrological Remedies People do not only consult an astrologer about their future, but also about remedies to remove blocks and solve problems. Gemstones and various metals are ancient remedies thus prescribed. Most popular Astrological remedies are
1.Mantras – Mantra is the science of using sounds effectively. A mantra means repeated chanting orally or mentally of special sounds and words. There are Vaishnavite, Shaivite, Shakti, Tantric, etc. all kinds of Mantras. A mantra becomes more powerful if it is imparted by a Guru. Specific mantras are associated with different deities and are used for different purposes- for health, wealth, relationships, and spiritual advancement. Gayatri mantra, Maha Mantra, Maha Mritunjay Mantra are renowned mantras.
2.Yantras – These are Instruments and can be symbols, processes or machinery even in everyday life. Here we are concerned with ones for occult purposes. They are mainly of two types – Pictorial and Numerical. Pictorials are geometrical designs for different deities and purposes. They are supposed to be having mystical and astrological significance. Numerical are Squares with grids and numbers which are mostly used as amulets to be worn.
A Yantra depicts both macrocosmic and microcosmic forces acting together - the movement towards and away from the centre - "control" and "liberation" within the one device. Using Yantra in the Tantric practice of controlled gaze supposedly leads to liberation. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yantra
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They have their origin in Tantrik Sadhana. A Yantra has to be energized by special pujas to be effective. There are special rituals with different yantras, and have to be done by a realized person. Following are three Yantras for Lakshami, Ganpati and Durga.
(These pictures are from old issues of Kalyan - the monthly religious magazine of Gita Press. ) Both Mantra and Tantra require an experienced Guru. These are beyond the scope of this hobby article. However anyone wishing to make a serious study can look for a suitable guru.
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3.Gems Here I am confining myself to gems only, because as every one knows Diamonds are a woman’s best friends! However, I am not really picky. I and I know most women will settle for Navratnas or other precious gems! Even for gems a deep study will be beneficial, but they are so popular now that almost anyone can look for their Rashi or Sun sign stone even without consulting an expert. Be Aware that this is just a light hearted introduction and if you want to take it seriously , please go for more profound study. The precious stones are not suitable for everyone. Especially Sapphire can be deadly for an unsuitable person. Without serious knowledge, please only go for semi precious ones, as they will not harm..
According to VEDIC Astrology, natural gemstones emit cosmological powers. Gemstones reinforce planetary powers and work to influences in three ways. 1. By adding astral color to one's aura. 2. By enhancing associated areas of one's life. 3. By attracting the attention of their ruling planetary deities Read more here: http://www.vedicprediction.com/astrological-remedies.html
My Aunt’s Navaratna and semi precious stones Jewellery .
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Gemstones In Astrology Precious and semi precious stones are associated with different planets and are advised to be worn as a ring or some Jewellery so the stone keeps touching the body. The metal –Gold, Silver or Copper will also be prescribed in which to mount the gem. In India we have Navratna Jewellery which is made of 9 kinds of gems- for the nine planets. The stone is prescribed according to one’s horoscope. It has to be clear, and of prescribed weight. You should not wear one indiscriminately as it could harm. Specially blue sapphires are known to be very potent either way. The stone is supposed to emit powerful rays. It can enhance positive effects and absorb the negative effects. It has to be purified before wearing and from time to time. With real gems getting too expensive, now some alternate semi precious gems are also prescribed. All the Planets are associated with specific colors and gems.
There are Three methods of choosing gemstones : 1. One's birth 'rasi' or moon sign. 2. The Sun Sign – This is most popular in Western system . Each Sun sign has its own designated stone. 3. By prescription from an astrologer. The stones will be chosen for specific problem, and planets. These are prescribed by weight, and time . Please see the following chart : I have given info for all western and Indian planets.
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Colors and Gems associated with Planets English
Sanskrit
Lord Of
Sun
Surya
Moon Mars
Symbol
Gem
Color
Leo
Ruby
Yellow
Chandra
Cancer
Pearl
White
Mangal
Aries &
Coral
Red
Emerald
Brown
Topaz
Orange
Diamond
Green
Blue sapphire
Grey
Scorpio Mercury
Budh
Gemini & Virgo
Jupiter
Venus
Vrihaspati
Sagittarius
Guru
& Pisces
Shukra
Taurus & Libra
Saturn
Shani
Capricorn Aquarius
Uranus
Aquarius
Blue sapphire
Blue
Neptune
Pisces
Blue sapphire
Violet
Pluto
Scorpio
Opal
Black
Rahu
Hessonite
Black
Ketu
Cat’s eye
Brown
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Links to more information Gemstones And Their Astrological Assignment Here gems are indicated for Heart, Trauma, Psychic powers, Artheritis etc. http://www.medicinegarden.com/essences/ge_astro.html
Astrology Jewelry and Jyotish Gems Findastrologer.com has listed International companies and artists offering fine astrological jewelry and Jyotish gems valued for their beauty and healing energies. http://www.findastrologer.com/Vedic_Jewelry.htm
Zodiacal Table of Gemstones Here you will find names of alternate stones. http://www.astrologycom.com/gemstones.html
How to Use Therapeutic Gemstones Gemstone energy medicine offers a wide range of therapeutic tools based on the gemstone sphere. http://www.gemisphere.com/howTo/howToUse.htm
How Gemstones work More info at these sites http://www.aryabhatt.com/astrology_software/west_gems.htm http://www.vedicprediction.com/gemstones.html
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Links For Astrology Astrology is a very popular subject. There are literally thousands of sites. Both Vedic and Western sites are there as well as Chinese, and other assorted systems. I have looked for safe sites and have collected different kinds of information about Vedic and Western Styles. 1. Sites for free astrology tutorials and lessons. 2. Online sites for free horoscopes and general predictions. 3. List of available software - mostly free 4. General Information sites.
A Bouquet of Links
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Astrology lessons Free Astrology lessons In this section you can learn, step by step, the basics of Indian Vedic astrology. http://www.astrojyoti.com/lessonsmainpage.htm
Vedic Astrology Lessons Here are Free Vedic Astrology Lessons to help you. Astrology Lessons which can elevate you to the level of Self Actualisation & Transcendence. The true Astro Gnosis ! http://www.eastrovedica.com/html/vamain.htm
Esoteric World News Contents Page This has free lessons and a wealth of charts regarding all kinds of things including relationships, gambling and stock market ! http://www.theesotericworldnews.com/astrology.htm
A Course in Natal Astrology by Karl Hans Welz, inventor of the Chi Generator®, Orgonite®, etc. This web site contains a free astrology course in seven lessons. http://www.astrologycourse.com/
Astrology 101: Free Astrology Online Courses Astrology 101 is a free astrology online course that helps you to learn astrology basics. The lessons are self-paced, written for the beginner. The lessons are designed to help you get the most out of your astrology readings and the articles on this website. It will be helpful to read the lessons in the order presented, as each lesson builds on previous ones. http://www.gryphonastrology.com/freeastrologyonlinecourses.html
Indastro : Vedic Astrology Free tutorials http://vedic.indastro.com/learn-astrology/moon.php
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Astrology 101: Free Astrology Online Courses Astrology 101 is a free astrology online course that helps you to learn astrology basics. The lessons are self-paced, written for the beginner. http://www.gryphonastrology.com/freeastrologyonlinecourses.html
Astro 101 An introduction to Astrology, with information on Sun signs and the building blocks to understanding this divine science. http://astrology.about.com/od/foundations/u/Basics.htm
Vedic Astrology Tutorial This Vedic Astrology Tutorial with its integrated features makes learning and studying Astrology so interesting! You can base examples on any chart of your choice. That makes learning interesting and motivating! http://www.yourplanets.com/
Find Astrology courses by correspondence! Learn Astrology for fun or certification! Listed are two sections of astrology education options: astrology colleges and an exceptional selection of astrology courses offered by correspondence. Astrology courses are available for all levels of study from beginning students to certification for professional astrologers. http://www.findastrologer.com/astrology_courses.htm#corr
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Free Astrology Charts Vedic Charts Jyotishvani Your free astrology horoscope chart consists of complete Vedic Astrological Charts and general predictions showing the exact position of all planets at the time of birth http://www.jyotishvani.com/free-vedic-horoscope/vedichoroscope.asp
Astrosage Free Birth Chart/ Janam Kundali/ Kundli/ Vedic Horoscope Software Online http://www.astrosage.com/
Scientific Astrology Free VEDIC birth charts with horoscope or Grahanila in English. http://www.scientificastrology.com/freegrahanilaeng.htm
Kamal Kapoor.com This section offer free horoscopes, accurate predictions, professional astrology charts and free personal readings along with general information about astrology and the twelve zodiac signs. Needs free registration. http://www.kamalkapoor.com/free_vedic_horoscope/vedichoroscope. asp
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Western Charts
Esoteric World News Contents Page Western Chart http://www.theesotericworldnews.com/astrology.htm
Astro.com Astrodienst horoscopes are easy to understand, even for those who have not dealt with astrology before http://www.astro.com/astrologia/in_intro_e.htm
Astrolabe Free Chart & Astrology Report Data Input Please enter your birth information below to receive the best free astrological calculations. http://www.alabe.com/freechart/
0800 Horoscope .com The system will then calculate your daisy wheel graphic, your aspects graphic and also give you a full interpretation of your personality. http://www.0800-horoscope.com/birthchart.php
Chaos Astrology This is not just a quick Sun sign horoscope, but a full 15-18 page Free Natal Report - a true birthday horoscope based on the date, time and place of your birth. http://www.chaosastrology.net/freeastrologyreports.cfm
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Software
Astrolog 5.4 From Astrolog: Astrolog is a many featured and customizable astrology chart calculation program. It features wheels, aspects, midpoints, relationship charts, transits, progressions, simple interpretations, astrography, local horizon, constellations, planet orbits, dispositors, various influence charts, biorhythms, different zodiacs, central planets, 15 house systems, 8400 year ephemeris, asteroids, Uranians, fixed stars, Arabic parts, script files, and macros, smooth animation of charts, and graphics export to bitmap, Windows metafile, and PostScript formats. For those familiar with programming, Astrolog's complete source code is available separately. http://download.cnet.com/Astrolog/3000-2135_4-10209143.html
Astrolog32 2 From OrionSoft: Astrolog32 is a feature-rich astrology program for Windows. Based on the legendary Astrolog, it covers most tasks an astrologer is ever likely to need, including charts, transits, progressions, synastry, and astro-cartography. Using Swiss ephemeris, it can calculate positions of all planets in Solar system, major asteroids, fictional planets (Uranians), over 10,000 fixed stars and objects such as True and Mean nodes, Part of Fortune, Vertex, East Point, and 170 Arabic parts. It supports fourteen house systems, including Gaugeline sectors, tropical and sidereal zodiac using either geocentric or heliocentric model. http://download.cnet.com/Astrolog32/3000-2135_4-10607512.html
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Astrologos4free 4.0.63 From JSystems: Free astrological program with multi-language support (in setup package included English and Hungarian language). You can set up colors and aspects. http://download.cnet.com/Astrologos4free/3000-2135_410610101.html
KP Muhurat 1.5.10.1 From AstroOpenSource: Software to assist to find Best Muhurat based on the event. The software is based on the book KP Muhurat. A Novel Technique in K.P. by Sri. Kanak Bosmia and uses KP Astrology principles. The software assists the user providing all interpretation to fix the best possible Muhurat in few minutes for any event. Based on Mr. Kanak Bosmia's years of study, solid experience and application of the KP principles, he long back felt the need to write a good book on Muhurat in a modern style. This book moves the readers cogently, clearly and step-by-step through the process of calculating the most astrologically auspicious time for a particular occasion or commencement of an activity on the basis of a good longevity and the required significators of the concerned cuspal sublords and running Dasa-Bhukti-AntaraSookshma lords. Through this book both KP lovers and practitioners will gain a thorough understanding of his new concept and confidently learn to select the most favorable time to begin an activity such as swearing in, marriage, purchase or construction of property, starting a new business, joining a new job, applying for Visa, filing a legal case or any other important occasion. Though this book deals with Muhurat, it has also significant principles of choosing the required cuspal sublords and house grouping for around 80 events and activities according to the matters of 1st to 12th houses, which are useful in prediction by natal or horary chart. The author has thus done a distinct service to the cause of KP and to its proper study and practice. http://download.cnet.com/KP-Muhurat/3000-2056_4-10921067.html
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General Information sites A Hindu Primer http://www.sanskrit.org/www/Hindu%20Primer/hinduastrology2.html
Astrology weekly.com Definition of Hindu Astrology . http://www.astrologyweekly.com/dictionary/hindu-astrology.php
Aryabhatt.com Study of Vedic astrology demands an elementary knowledge of astronomy and some basic techniques concerned with the preparation of horoscopic charts. Understanding the static promise in a horoscope, and the dynamic aspect of timing the fruition of such promise, are areas which demand deepar study. Vedic astrology has at its disposal innumerable techniques which can be employed for virtually infllible results. http://www.aryabhatt.com/vediclessons/
Free astrology books Astrology Library - free astrology books Free online astrology books Free astrology books for download http://www.astrologyweekly.com/astrology-books/index.php
Mystic Board Welcome to Mystic Board - Free Astrology, Tarot to Psychic Discussion Board. Anybody with mystic or occult interests, should take a look at this site. They have loads of free programs in different mystical disciplines. Free registration is required. http://www.mysticboard.com/login.php?redirect=
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A Hindu Primer The Horoscope http://www.sanskrit.org/www/Hindu%20Primer/hinduastrology2.html
Meaning of houses http://www.astrologyzine.com/what-is-house-1.shtml
The Astrological eMagazine An Ezine from Bangalore . It provides a podium for dialogue and transfer of ideas of research papers on different aspects of Astrology, Vastu, Yoga, Vedanta and related sciences. http://www.astrologicalmagazine.com/
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Tarot ( Ta-row) These are special cards used for self-knowledge, practical problem solving, fortune telling, meditation and even for playing ! The Tarot is a deck of 78 picture cards. All cards have different pictures and meanings. It has a recorded history of at least 500 years, from Gypsies of Italy and Spain . They were thought to have magical properties and Readers were treated as seers or witches. The cards are divided in two groups called Greater or Major Arcana and Lesser or Minor Arcana. The Minor Arcana has four suits :
Each suits has Fourteen cards - Ace to Ten , King, Queen, Knight and Page.
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Major Arcana has 22 cards, all with different Names, Pictures and Meanings. 1. The Magician
12.The Hanged man
2. The High Priestess
13.Death
3. The Empress
14.Temperance
4. The Emperor
15.The Devil
5. The Hierophant
16.The Tower
6. The Lovers
17.The Star
7. The Chariot
18.The Moon
8. Strength
19.The Sun
9. The Hermit
20.The Last Judgment
10.Wheel of Fortune
21.Zero – The fool
11.Justice
22.The world
The cards are laid out in different spreads or layouts of 3 to 10 cards after shuffling. The Celtic Cross Spread of 10 cards is the most popular.
The READING is then done according to the picture and place of the card.
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Learn Tarot There are many free lessons available as well as some software. I have listed two free softwares along with some of the free lessons.
Learning the Tarot - An On-line Course Learning the Tarot is a self-paced series of 19 lessons that begin with the basics and then move gradually into more detailed aspects of the tarot. These lessons are geared toward beginners, but experienced tarot users will find some useful ideas and techniques as well. http://www.learntarot.com/ Lessons on learning to read the Tarot Tarot is brilliant for divination and magic and healing as it synthesizes all these systems. Divination is the method you use to find out what can be done, and how to do it, while Magic is the technique used to ensure your desired outcome. The free Supertarot Lessons are structured in four main sections: Tarot Meanings - individual cards Elemental Dignities - relating the cards to each other Tarot Spreads - putting it all together Exercises for you to practice http://supertarot.co.uk/lessons/
The Pleasure of Tarot It’s a 12 week course (one lesson per week), it's interactive, it's dead easy to follow and it's FREE! http://www.free-tarot-reading.net/learn/ HOW TO REALLY LEARN TAROT http://tarotinstitute.com/short/really/index.html
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Spiritual Guidance Tarot: Free Courses Develop your psychic skills! I have placed all of the material from my Beginning Psychic Skills class and my Psychic Skills Development II course into a free downloadable E-book for you. You can move through these study areas at your own pace. The book features plenty of lessons, activities, and exercises to aid in your development. http://www.spiritualguidancetarot.com/classes.html
Mystic Eye Tarot - The Electric Tarot Elemental Spread 2.0 From The Mystic Eye: This Mystic Eye Tarot reading program features the Electric Tarot and the five card Elemental spread. Click the shuffle button and your tarot reading appears. Easy to follow directions provide the meanings for each card position. Click each card for a detailed explanation of it's divinatory meaning. http://download.cnet.com/Mystic-Eye-Tarot-The-Electric-TarotElemental-Spread/3000-2135_4-10116875.html
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MB Free Learn Tarot Software 1.0 MB Free Learn Tarot Software is an educational tool for learning the basics of tarot card reading. This program is extremely simple and very useful for beginners who want to learn to read the Rider Waite Deck.
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MB Free Tarot Tutor And Glossary MB Free Tarot Tutor And Glossary Software is the complete tarot card learning software that includes tutorials, tests and a complete tarot dictionary for reference. This unique tarot learning software helps users and beginners understand the basics of tarot card reading with a- learn-and-then-test your skills option and a reference dictionary. http://www.freedownloadmanager.org/downloads/rider_waite_tarot_s oftware/
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Vaastu and Feng Shui Introduction The wheel has turned full circle. After centuries of Modern or Western secular Architectural practices, people are finding old religious values relevant. Suddenly the modern homes are found to be wanting and various cures sought, prescribed and applied to avoid a major overhaul. This is the new ERA – Eastern Religious Ancient theories are in. Both Vaastu and Feng Shui are the modern mantras!
What are these ? Vaastu is Indian and Feng Shui is Chinese architectural discipline. Both Vaastu and Feng Shui are ancient practices for construction related to all kinds of habitation. Both seek to balance the universal energies (Chi).
What they do? They both deal with three levels of architecture and have rules to increase prosperity and maintain good health and relations by balancing the elements. The correct direction is important for every placement- of building, rooms and furniture. The three levels are : 1. Town planning – lay out of houses, roads, gardens, water sources. 2. Home planning- placement of rooms, windows, entrance, open spaces around. 3. Furniture and placement of the furniture ( Interior Decoration)
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Five Elements They both believe in harmonizing five elements, though they are not the same elements.
Basically it means that we should be environmentally friendly - if you take proper care of the environment you will be fortunate and prosperous. Both are very old streams. Vaastu is even mentioned in Vedas, Ramayan and Mahabharat. Feng shui is also believed to be as old, though the first written version is from 1st century AD. Both have a directional Diagram to assist the construction. Any building should take note of the directions in these diagrams. These maps also are affected by astrology of the main person, and place. Both need the birth time of the protagonist. In India it is called the Rashi, in China the Kua Number.
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Vaastu has the Vastu Purush Mandala. Purush refers to energy, soul or cosmic man. Mandala is the common name for any plan or chart which represents the heavens as a symbol. It is divided into a geometrical chart with many concentric squares. Each square belongs to a deity and associated attributes for the home. Brahma occupied the central portion - the Brahmasthana- and other gods are distributed around. There are 45 gods in all - including 13 inner and 32 outer deities. The Vastu Purusha is the presiding deity of any site. Usually he is depicted as lying on it with the head in the northeast and legs in the southwest but he keeps changing position throughout the year.
This graphic of Vastu Purush Mandala is gratefully from Niranjan Babu Bangalore www.niranjanbabu.com
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Feng Shui has BaGua Map. The BaGua map - Ba Means Eight and Gua mean areas. So this is literally a map with eight outer sections and one middle one. The middle one is about “self” and the outer eight determine the various Directions, Elements, Body parts, Colors and Attributes. In Feng Shui, the "0" degree on the compass is South, and the left side is East. The direction is anti clock wise.
Both these charts are used for defining positive and negative energy points.
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Principles of Designing They have different principles of designing, but both stress on harmony of elements .
Vaastu It works on the premise that the place and how a building is made affects the universal energies. The site of the building should be good and be lucky for the owner. The building design should look nice. Both the Interior and the exterior should be aesthetically pleasing. The people living in the building should have feeling of well being and happiness.
Feng Shui Feng Shui literally means Wind –Water. Just like both wind and water flow to keep fresh, universal energy or “CHI” also needs to flow uninterrupted. The design of the homes and interior should be uncluttered to allow free flow of chi. Feng Shui also balances the forces of Time, Space and Actions. So it is important to have a blend of the right action, in the right place at the right time to prosper. It needs extremely accurate Compass to determine the directions. The Chinese compass is known as LUO PAN
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A Luopan, Feng shui compass. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feng_shui It is also a discipline of Astrology. When there are obstructions to its flow, problems erupt in life.
Beware If everything is going smoothly in your life, leave the residence as it is, even if it seems wrong by Vaastu or Feng Shui. Because, if you have strong horoscope, these mistakes will be favorable to you. Like they say, “ If it aint broken, don’t fix it !”
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Cures
Both Vaastu and Feng Shui prescribe some cures to mitigate the ill effects of wrong construction. These are minor cures asking you to keep something in a certain position to ward off the evil. Nowadays these cures have become interchangeable to Vaastu and Feng Shui. The main cures are :
Mirrors ,Pyramids, Crystals, Different kinds of knots, Pictures are also part of the cures. One special cure for Vaastu is the use of tantras – the geometric designs which are kept in certain areas of the house. These are just some basic guide lines. I have given more links below if you want to pursue the subject further.
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Links for Vaastu General Principles Of Vaastu http://srath.com/lessons/intermediate/vastu.htm
What is Vastu Shastra? Tips about vastu. http://www.futurenettechnologies.com/vaastu-shastra.htm
Vastu Vidya Tips about various places in home. http://www.indiahousing.com/vastu-shastra/vastu-vidya.html
Vaastu Tips http://www.truthstar.com/vaastushastra/vaastutips.asp
Free online consultations Dr. Kalania has combined basic principles of Vastu and Feng Shui for maximum effect. Free consultation on anumber of subjects. Has a course also for 25000 Rs. http://www.fengshuiin.com/aboutus.htm
Vaastu a Free ebook http://www.scribd.com/doc/5358226/vasthu
The Hindu Practice of Vastu http://asiancuisine.suite101.com/article.cfm/the_harmonious_kitchen
Various Vastu tips http://www.gharexpert.com/tag/Vastu/Vastu.aspx
Vastu Purush The Diagram of ground floor of a house http://www.dhyansanjivani.org/vastu_purush.asp 45 of 65.
eHow Video Search Results about Vastu Where to Apply Vastu Remedies, How Much, How Soon for Vastu Remedy Expectations, What Is Vastu?, What Happens If Vastu Remedy Wrongly Applied and many more. http://www.ehow.com/VideoSearch.aspx?s=vastu&Options=4
The Harmonious Kitchen Economical Measures For Correcting Vastu Defects without altering existing structures. http://www.vastu-shastra-consultant.com/vastu-remedies.html
Vaastu Pursh Diagrams to understand the yantra. http://www.reliableastrology.com/vaastu_pursh.htm
Indian Vastu Shastra Tips for vastu http://www.freevastushastra.com/indian_free_vastu_shastra.html
Vaastu Shastra Info about vaastu http://www.vaastu-shastra.com/vastu-shastra.html
Fengshui of Vedic Astrology A bit of everything – horoscope making and reading, Vaastu, fengshui. http://jyotisha.00it.com/links/vastu.html
What is Vastu Shastra? Info about vaastu http://www.webvastu.com/what-is-vastu-shastra.html
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MB Free Vastu Shastra 1.30 Publisher's description
This is a remarkable Vastu program. MB Free Vastu Shastra is a remarkable and accurate program based on the ancient art and science of Indian architecture of house layout planning. MB Free Vastu Shastra Software helps you to understand where you should be making enhancements to improve problem areas and which parts of the home you ought to focus on. It is with the help of this software that the users can understand, interpret and learn as to how to emphasize the important areas of life that needs our immediate attention. This program has been designed to make it one of the most interactive tools based on Vedic astrology, thus helping you with all the calculations and diagrams needed to interpret the mystic energies for human life, houses and rooms. http://www.download3k.com/Install-MB-Free-Vastu-Shastra.html
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Links for Feng Shui fengshuipalace.com http://www.fengshuipalace.com/
Circle-of-Light http://www.circle-of-light.com/fengshui/bagua-map.html
How to set up a geomantic chart http://www.fengshuicrazy.com/misc-feng-shui-topics/how-to-set-up-ageomantic-chart.php
Vastu and Feng Shui: The difference between Vastu and Feng Shui http://www.experiencefestival.com/a/Vastu_and_Feng_Shui/id/2067
Monica P. Castaneda's Free Online Classroom This section of my website has been created to provide plenty of Feng Shui information that can help you to start making positive changes in your home or place of business TODAY. http://www.fengshuiforus.com/Pages/FreeOnlineClassroom1.html
Feng Shui Tips http://www.earthspirits.net/feng-shui-cures.htm
feng-shuitoday.com A mini course of 10 free lessons. http://www.feng-shuitoday.com/
Philippine Hsien Tiak Taoist Temple We also offer feng shui lesson and fortune telling lesson free of charged. http://ph.88db.com/ph/Services/Post_Detail.page/Personals_Househol d_Services/Fortune_Telling/?PostID=312467 48 of 65.
Free Feng Shui courses Our first course is called, “On the street where you live.” It teaches you to analyze and improve the Feng Shui of your home’s exterior. It is an Audio lesson. http://shuitogo.com/fengshui/free-feng-shui-courses/
Free Online Classes http://www.rising-dragon.co.uk/feng-shui-courses/free-feng-shuicourses.php
Free Online Feng Shui Classes http://www.zimbio.com/Feng+Shui/articles/135/Free+Online+Feng+S hui+Classes
American Feng Shui Institute Classes and other resources http://www.amfengshui.com/
Feng Shui Institute Free membership http://www.feng-shui-institute.org/
Home of Astro FengShui http://www.astro-fengshui.com/
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MB Feng Shui Ba Zi 1.30 An unique Chinese Ba Zi software.
MB Free Feng Shui Ba Zi is an interactive and an effective tool, which calculates your four pillars of destiny or Ba Zi based on the ancient art of Chinese Astrology. The program is useful in drawing up a map of your life and advises you on as to what is good and what is bad, on the appropriate action that needs to be taken during various phases of your life and much more. just input your personal details and the software does the rest for you. Among all the other forms of divination in Chinese Astrology, the Four Pillars of Destiny is considered to be one of the most accurate and remarkable forms which originated nearly over five thousand years ago. Ancient Chinese people devised a method of reading the life of a person from his birth Year, Month, Day, and Hour. This information is displayed in the form of four columns each consisting of two characters. Each column is called a Pillar. The four pillars together will contain eight characters. This method of Life Reading is called "The Four Pillars of Destiny" or simply "The Eight Characters". MB Free Feng Shui Ba Zi is based on the Yin and Yang factor and the five Elements, namely, Fire, Earth, Wood, Metal and Water. On the basis of these five elements and the Yin-Yang factors, the software determines a wide range of information about your life and how the world interacts with you, in general. http://www.download3k.com/Install-MB-Free-Feng-Shui-Ba-Zi.html
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Chinese Astrology Introduction Like all old civilizations, Chinese have a proper divination system. They have their own set of calendars and astronomical tools. There are both Lunar and solar calendars in use for different systems of astrology. Chinese astrology can be traced back to the 2500 B.C. It does not calculate the positions of the sun, moon and planets at the time of birth as in Vedic and Western systems. Interestingly Chinese Astrology has three main systems of Astrology. All have their followers who swear by their value. Here is a little information about them and links to dig further.
Three main systems of Chinese Astrology : 1. IChing 2. Feng Shui or Nine star ki 3. Chinese Zodiac
Here follows a little information about each :
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1. I-Ching I ching is the oldest system. It is based on Chinese Solar calendar, which starts on the first day of Spring, usually 4th February. In I Ching Astrology there are three Stars, known as the Birth Star, the Inner Star and the Outer Star, all drawn from the year, month and day of birth. The cosmology of this system centers on The ideas of the dynamic balance of opposites, The evolution of events as a process Acceptance of the inevitability of change. This is a divination system based on 64 Hexagrams. Each hexagram is a figure composed of six stacked horizontal lines. each line is either Yang (an unbroken, or solid line), or Yin (broken, an open line with a gap in the center).
With six such lines stacked from bottom to top there are 64 possible combinations. Each Hexagram has its own meaning and predictions. Here are the 64 Hexagrams. They all have different names.
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Read about them here : I Ching the individual meanings of each Hexagram http://www.white2000.com/iching/ichingmeanings.htm
I Ching http://www.paranormality.com/i_ching_hexagram_meanings.shtml
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2. Nine Star Ki or Feng Shui Astrology Nine Star Ki Astrology (Feng Shui Astrology) is the knowledge basically related to Feng Shui. This explains how time and the force of the heavens take place on humankind and nature. It is primarily a study of character, and does not differentiate between men and women. This is a Japanese system based on Chinese legends. It is an astrological practice that uses your birth date to determine your personality, emotional character and outward behavior. It is believed that the universal energy Ki ( Qi or Chi) starts it's journey from deep within the cosmos. This energy is filtered primarily by 9 stars - thus the name 9 Star Ki. The journey of this energy starts with the star Vega (Yin) , through the seven stars of Ursa Major (The Great Bear) and finally through Pole or North star (Yang). In addition to the 9 stars mentioned above, Nine Star Ki is influenced by a number of different cycles - the primary cycle being one of 9 year duration but within each year lie monthly, daily and even hourly cycles.
Graphic from: http://www.onlinechineseastrology.com/contentdetail.aspx?ID=129
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Nine Star Ki is a complete system that represents a fusion between the great current of celestial energies (the Ten Heavenly Influences) and the reoccurring earthly cycle of Twelve Earthly Influences. In between the lively influence of Heaven and Earth the Nine Star Ki represents the human order. The ten celestial influences plus the twelve earthly influences produce Nine energy changes. This is the accepted study of Nine Star Ki astrology. It is a powerful tool for self-knowledge and personal growth. Ki Astrology is based on the eternal cycles of ebb and flow of energy, and the influence of these cycles on our persona. This style uses several square grid diagrams with magic numbers. They follow a set pattern.
These Illustrations are from NINE STAR KI ASTROLOGY, You can read about finding your numbers and more information about these here: http://www.chiofearth.com/article3.htm
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3. Chinese Zodiac This is the most popular branch of Chinese Astrology. Chinese zodiac year begins on the new moon, after the winter solstice, and therefore the date is rather moveable. In Chinese Astrology there are four stars, known as the Four Pillars. These are born out of the year, month, day and hour of birth. While Vedic and Western Astrology is based upon the Twelve Months of the year, Chinese Astrology is based upon a twelve year lunar cycle. Your sign is determined by the year in which you were born. Like Western Sun signs, Chinese Zodiac reveals an individual's unique characteristics, lifestyle, and emotional balance.
The cycle of 12 signs as illustrated in Chinese astrological system was supposedly established by Buddha. The Buddha invited all the animals for an assembly; however, only 12 actually came. The first animal reached on that assembly was the talkative rat followed by ox, tiger and cat, and so on. As soon as all the animals arrived in the assembly, Buddha assigned each of the animals a unique year of their own.
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Each sign and those born under it, are represented by one of twelve animals, and are credited with a set of attributes that consist of thenature of that particular animal.
Then these signs are further qualifies by the 5 elements- Wood, Fire, Earth, Water, Metal. Each animal sign belongs to one element by rotation. For example, Water rat, Metal rat, Wood rat etc. Each particular combination arrives only every 60 year.
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Look up your Chinese zodiac symbols below according to the year you were born.
http://www.chiff.com/home_life/holiday/chinese-zodiac.htm
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Following are VERY general personality traits of each sign – just for fun. Animal
Positive Traits
Negative Traits
RAT
Quick-witted, clever, charming,
Greedy
OX
Steadfast, a goaloriented leader,
Stubborn
TIGER
Authoritative, courageous, warmhearted
Moody
RABBIT
Popular, compassionate, sincere,
Pushovers
DRAGON
Energetic, natural Leaders
Egoistical
SNAKE
Seductive, good with money,
Insecure, jealous
HORSE
Energetic, moneywise, and enjoy traveling
Impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter.
GOAT
Creative, thinkers, wanderers
Unorganized and insecure
MONKEY
Energetic, upbeat, and good at listening
Lack self control
ROOSTER
practical, resourceful
Conservative
DOG
Loyal, faithful, honest
Temperamental, Dogmatic
PIG
Extremely nice, good-mannered and tasteful.
Can be dangerous when crossed
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Which signs are compatible in the Chinese zodiac? Every fourth animal in the Zodiac Wheel is considered to be good match to each other.
The signs that are opposite each other in the Zodiac Circle chart are poor matches.
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These signs make poor partners in love and in business. Family members who have opposite signs may experience friction and disharmony in the home. This is very broadly speaking. Each person is a combination of the sign of the year as well as influences of the time of day and the larger cycles of the zodiac. These other influences can balance the ill effects of incompatible signs and make for a very good relationship — or cause problems in even the most compatible signs!
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Links
Expert Astrology Read in brief details all the Chinese signs in sequence in association with their corresponding year here: http://www.expertsastrology.com/chinese-astrology.html
Chinese Astrology Welcome to the fun and enchanting world of Chinese Astrology! Here, you will learn not only the basics, but also how this ancient system reveals your unique characteristics and destiny. http://www.suite101.com/course.cfm/19151/seminar
Find The Secret of Your Life You will find three valuable secrets about yourself. the Lucky Element , The Rise and Fall Chart of Your Life, and the Lucky Element Guide to help you to improve your luck in the rest of your life. http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/Chineseastrology.htm
A free treaty on Chinese Astrology... Free e- book to be downloaded. http://www.delemme.com/ebouque1abis.htm
Chinese Astrology Explained http://www.chinese-ilab.com/astrology.html
The Concept Of Fate: Four Pillars Analysis http://www.suite101.com/lesson.cfm/19151/2738
I Ching Astrology http://www.iching-astrology.com/ 62 of 65.
MB IChing Astrology 1( soft ware) From MysticBoard : MB I Ching Astrology calculates your Energy Cycle Charts based on I Ching Astrology. This system believes that all happening are affected by stars and elements. http://download.cnet.com/MB-IChing-Astrology/3000-2051_410866160.html
MB Free Chinese Zodiac Software 1.95 MB Free Chinese Zodiac Signs Software determines your Chinese zodiac sign from your date of birth. This program gives you a detailed interpretation of the sign you belong to according to Chinese Astrology. It gives a report that includes the positive and negative characteristics of each sign, your lucky colors, months and seasons, gemstone, element, energy, ruling planet and compatibility with other signs. This program aims to help people come to terms with their good and bad traits and rectify the negative qualities if they have any, so that they can lead happy and prosperous life. http://download.cnet.com/MB-Free-Chinese-Zodiac-Software/30002130_4-95980.html
NineStarKi http://www.fengshuiastrology.com/NineStarKi.html
The Blooming Grove Studio Network It is easy to learn, easy to use. and, to my great surprise, it works !" http://www.9starki.com/index.htm
Nine Star Ki Astrology http://www.chiofearth.com/article3.htm
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Your Nine Star Ki numbers Learn more about these numbers http://www.fengshuiastrology.com/NineStarKi.html
Chinese Character Symbols for the Zodiac.
Free Graphics for non commercial use. From: http://chinesecalligraphystore.com/chinese-zodiac-signs/
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Acknowledgement
The filler Flower graphics used here are from Hellas Multimedia http://www.hellasmultimedia.com/webimages/default.htm. The beautiful graphics are free. Some graphics are from acknowledged sources. Some are from me. Other clipart are from Microsoft WP Clipart Free Collection.
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