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Vedic Astrology for Beginners: An Introduction to the Origins and Core Concepts of Jyotish Paperback – February 11, 2020

by Pamela McDonough (Author)

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Unlock the mysteries and insights of Indian astrology

Vedic astrology—known as Jyotish in its home of India—can be a powerful channel of insights and revelations in your daily life. But how to unlock this complex tool? Vedic Astrology for Beginners breaks down the core concepts of Vedic astrology, showing you how to analyze your birth chart to better understand your personality, relationships, and life path.

Discover the ancient origins of Vedic astrology and its differences from Western astrology. Explore detailed profiles of each planet, zodiac sign, and the other essential elements of a Jyotish natal horoscope. With these foundational steps, you'll gain a better understanding of your physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences—and even begin to anticipate your future.

In Vedic Astrology for Beginners, you'll find:

Key components—Learn the basic elements of Vedic astrology, including the planets, signs, houses, and lunar mansions—each representing or influencing areas of your life.
Chart your birth—Get started on analyzing your birth chart with a primer on the processes of assembly and evaluation, plus an example chart analysis.
Astrological resources—Explore a glossary of helpful Sanskrit terms and determine your exact planetary placements with handy calculation charts.

Relieve stress and start bringing balance to your life with Vedic Astrology for Beginners.

Print length

166 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Rockridge Press
Publication date

February 11, 2020
Dimensions

6 x 0.46 x 9 inches
ISBN-10

1646113071
ISBN-13

978-1646113071
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A few of the grahas (planets) you’ll get to know:


MOON (CHANDRA) The Moon is the queen of the planets. The energy that the Moon represents in the horoscope is feminine and generative in nature. It is one of the most important planets in Jyotish. The Moon has a tremendous influence on life on our Earth through its pull on the ocean tides and therefore is associated with flow, including blood flow.	JUPITER (BRIHASPATI) Jupiter is the largest of the planets next to the Sun. As the adviser, Jupiter represents expansion, supporting the description of Jupiter as having a big body. Under the right condition in the birth chart, the expansive nature of Jupiter and its rulership of body fat can create someone with a more kapha-like (slow, heavy) constitution.	SATURN (SHANI) Of the nine planets traditionally used in Jyotish, Saturn is the slowest. The speed of this planet is of major significance. Shani is the servant in the planetary scheme, and he moves slowly. Known as the karmic taskmaster, he represents duty, responsibility, structure, discipline, sorrow, and mundane tasks.

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“This book bridges an extremely critical gap in the understanding of Jyotisha: the gap between the ancient encryptic words of the seers and the contemporary way of understanding subjects in the modern world. Pamela makes this rather difficult subject relevant and approachable. A must read and must have for every student of Vedic sciences.”—Souvik Dutta, guru & founder, Ancient Indian Astrology Classes

"Vedic Astrology for Beginners offers a clear, concise, well-written overview of Vedic astrology and how it can be a roadmap to your spiritual growth and happiness. Pamela McDonough has a vast wealth of knowledge to share, and this book will be an excellent read for students interested in understanding the science of Jyotish. Highly recommended." —Michael Mastro, Vastu Consultant, Vedic Astrologer, Author

"Not all astrologers make good teachers; not all teachers are good astrologers, and few are steeped in Jyotisha's authentic traditions. Pamela McDonough brings the best of all worlds in this book—an easy, approachable teaching style and a deep respect for tradition." —Simon Chokoisky, author of The 5 Dharma Types (www.spirittype.com)

“Pamela McDonough's text is an excellent introduction to the fundamentals of Vedic astrology. It is written is a clear and concise manner to provide a good foundation for new students. I would highly recommend her book to anyone wishing to explore the ancient astrology of India and its application to the modern Western world.” —Dennis M. Harness, Ph.D., psychologist and astrologer, founder of Sedona Vedic Astrology Conferences

“Vedic Astrology for Beginners offers a concise interpretation of an incredibly vast topic. I am looking forward to adding this to my library and recommend it to anyone who wants a comprehensive resource as they dive deeper into understanding this ancient system.” —Margrit Mikulis, ND, AD, President of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association

About the Author

PAMELA MCDONOUGH has been a full-time Vedic astrologer since 2012 and was awarded the title Jyotish Acharya by her guru, Souvik Dutta of the Ancient Indian Astrology Classes school. Pamela conducts consultations with clients internationally and teaches workshops and astrological courses at moondanceastrology.com. She has a background in both Western astrology and Indian astrology with studies of over 20 years in the subject.

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rockridge Press (February 11, 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 166 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1646113071
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1646113071
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.46 x 9 inches

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Pamela McDonough provides Vedic astrology consultations to clients all over the world. Her background includes studying Western astrology starting in the mid 1990s, and she began delving into Vedic astrology in 2001. Since 2012, Pamela is a practicing professional Vedic astrologer and has earned the title of Jyotish Acharya from the Ancient Indian Astrology Classes school. Drawing upon her 20 years of national and international corporate experience, Pamela combines the ancient Indian astrology system with her professional expertise to assist her clients.

Pamela teaches workshops and astrological courses online and through her website www.moondanceastrology.com - you can also calculate your free Vedic birth chart at https://www.moondanceastrology.com/vedic-astrology-chart-calculator

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Healthy for Life

Well organized Vedic Astrology book

Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024

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Pamela McDonough’s book simply explains the essentials components of Vedic astrology in an organized and clear format. Not knowing much about the subject, I found this book provided the basics needed to understand how to read an astrology chart.

Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023

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This is a great book to introduce some really complex concepts in astrology! I’m still very new to Jyotish but Pamela does an amazing job breaking it down. Will be referring back to this book again and again.

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ShopMyStyle

Practical. Concise. Well put together

Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2020

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Western Astrology no longer cuts it for me- started to find it too superficial to provide me with deep spiritual meanings. I’ve been desperate to learn Vedic or Jyotish but often put off by the Sanskrit terms that I don’t understand. I’d hoped to find someone who could translate and explain the basics of Vedic and with my background of years studying Contemporary Western Astrology, I found it easy to fully grasp this book.
I like that the author also understands both types of Astrology as it makes it easy to see from different angles. The book is very clear and well put together.. Very grateful to have found this book as I am currently searching and hoping to find the keys to the Real Astrology.

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j saenz

This book made it easier to understand Vedic astrology.

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2020

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I wish I would have read this book before I started down my Vedic astrology path. This book has made Vedic astrology easier to comprehend. I can now go back and re-read other Vedic astrology books with a clearer view and comprehension.

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Wes G

Ahh—-now I get it!

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2020

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Thank you, Pamela, for writing this book!

What a gift for anyone interested in Vedic Astrology—and there has never been a better time for it. If you have ever looked at your birth chart and felt you’re facing a tangled web of words and foreign concepts that do more to confuse you than enlighten, get this book!

Pamela breaks it all down in a way that’s easy to digest. You can use this to put together the aspects in your chart to gain a broad overview, as well as a deep grasp of each aspect and how they all work together. You will reach for it again and again.

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monique coleman

Great basics

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022

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Organized well and is a great book for those new to astrology.

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Meena Mulloy

Clear, Concise well organized

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2021

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I have studied Vedic astrology for years, but there were gaps in my knowledge. The author lays it out in such a manner that it has helped me fill in the gaps. I hope she writes and advanced book!

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Rocio

Beginners book

Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020

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A beginner's books! Well written but not very many new descriptions of transits.

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