Module 1 Syllabus
Here is a look at the different subjects covered in Module 1 of this Spiritually-based astrology course.
How this module is structured
There are three sections to this module, covering all of the principles needed to get you going. It is my intention that by the end of the module, you will be able to analyse a horoscope and be able to work out the roles that each planet plays. you will also work out their nature, either positive or negative (benefic or malefic). We also give you a brief introduction to some of the components of planetary strength.
Section 1
In this section we look at basic principles, from the differences between the tropical and Sidereal zodiacs, to how the Northern India system of horoscopes is presented. We also introduce planetary meditation
Section 2
In section 2 we look at significations of signs, houses, and planets. We show how the signs of the zodiac and planetary energies are combinations of tattva, guna, and dosha, (or element, modality, and constitution).
Section 3
In this section we introduce the very important topic of moolatrikona signs, and in combination with the understanding of the significations of houses, we show you how to work out the nature of the planets in a horoscope. We conclude with examples.
Section 4
In this section we begin to look at the strength of a planet in a horoscope. This is a big subject, and vitally important to understand the effect that a planet has in a horoscope. Weak planets are not able to protect their significations while strong planets give their results more easily.
Basic principles
Any study in astrology always begins with the basics of the subject. We look at the different zodiacs that are used in Western and Jyotish astrology. We cover the thorny subject of why astrology actually works, and introduce the format of the Northern Indian horoscope.
Significations
Before we can begin to assemble the most simple description of a vedic chart we need to know and learn the significations of planets, signs and houses. In Jyotish we see that while signs are the foundation of energy, it is the houses that give us the most information. It is the houses, and the signs they contain that determine the rulerships, energies, and nature of the planets.
Examples
In order to learn the principles of astrology we, of course have to use real life examples. We look at well known celebrities and personalities in order to get a feel for how planetary energies have shaped their lives. In this module we look at the horoscopes of Bill gates, Carl Gustav Jung, and Rudolf Steiner.
Moolatrikona signs
We learn that planets inherit the qualities of their own signs, particularly their natural sign. From this we begin to see that even though a planet has well known qualities, it also brings with it the power of the house it rules, for good or bad.
Planetary Strength
Knowing the nature and role of a planet in a horoscope gives us an idea of what results a planet can give, but if the planet is weak, the results may be delayed or destroyed completely. On the other hand, strong planets, either benefic or malefic are more likely to give the results of their significations. In this section we learn the first steps of how to calculate the strength of a planet in a horoscope.
We also look at the Chandra Lagna chart, the chart that shows blessings.
Module contents
Section 1
Principles of astrology
The Astronomy of Astrology
Meditation on the Planets
Astrology Software
A look at your first chart
Section 2
The twelve signs arising from element and guna
Planet qualities arising from guna and dosha
Significations of the signs of the zodiac
Significations of the grahas (planets)
Houses and their significations
Section 3
Moolatrikona signs and how to determine the nature of the planets
Practise session 1 - Bill Gates
Practise session 2 - Rudolf steiner
Practise session 3 - Carl Jung
Section 4
Introducing the strengths of the planets
Positional strength
The age of a planets
Planetary Combustion
Exaltation and debilitation - When are planets in their best/worst places
The Chandra Lagna - The chart of blessings
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