Hora Jyotish – Effects Of Planets On Zodiac Signs And Predictions

Hora Jyotish is the part of Vedic Astrology that studies individual life, planetary influences and daily life events. It is the most practical and comprehensive form of Astrology, also known as "Personal Astrology". The word "Hora" is derived from Sanskrit, which is short for "Ahoratra" (day and night). Its purpose is to determine the planetary influences and their results according to the time of day and night.

Main parts of Hora Jyotish

1. Jatak Jyotish (Horoscope Astrology)

   1. It analyzes the life of a person based on his Kundali (birth chart).
   2. The position of planets, zodiac signs, and houses at the time of birth are studied.
   3. It gives information about health, education, marriage, career, wealth, and other aspects.

2. Prashna Jyotish

   1. It is the study of planetary positions to answer a particular question.
   2. Example: "Will my work be completed?" or "Is this the right time for marriage?"

3. Muhurta Jyotish

   1. The science of determining auspicious times.
   2. It is the science of choosing the right time for any auspicious work, such as marriage, housewarming, starting a business, travel, yagna, or naming ceremony.

4. Varshaphal (Annual Horoscope)

   1. It is the study of the horoscope of a person every year.
   2. It predicts the possibilities and challenges for the coming year of life.

5. Dasha and Gochar (Periods and Transits)

   1. Dasha: The time period of influence of planets in a person's life.
   2. Gochar: The position of planets at the present time and their effect on the horoscope.
   These two together tell how the planets will affect a person's life at a particular time.

Basic Foundations of Hora Astrology

1. Planets

   Nine Planets (Navagraha): Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. Each planet has a special influence and gives different types of results in different Houses.

2. Zodiac Signs

   Twelve Zodiac Signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces. Each Rashi has a specific quality and personality.

3. Houses

   The 12 houses of a horoscope, which represent different areas of a person's life (such as health, wealth, education, marriage). Each planet and Rashi has different effects in the houses.

4. Constellations

   The 27 Nakshatras (constellations), which are divided based on the path of the Moon's revolution. The Nakshatras influence a person's personality, thinking, and destiny.

5. Hora (Hours of the Day)

   The 24 hours of every day are considered to be controlled by different planets. Each hour is ruled by a planet, and that planet has an influence on the actions of that time.

Effects of Planets in Hora Astrology

1. Sun: Spirit, strength, leadership.
2. Moon: Mind, emotions, mother.
3. Mars: Energy, courage, land.
4. Mercury: Intelligence, communication, business.
5. Guru (Jupiter): Knowledge, religion, Guru.
6. Venus: Love, beauty, marriage.
7. Saturn: Karma, Patience, Justice.
8. Rahu and Ketu: Shadow planets, which influence obstacles and miracles in a person's life.

Hora Table

1. Sunday: Sun dominant.
2. Monday: Moon dominant.
3. Tuesday: Mars dominant.
4. Wednesday: Mercury dominant.
5. Thursday: Jupiter dominant.
6. Friday: Venus dominant.
7. Saturday: Saturn dominant.

Importance of Hora Astrology:

Guidance in daily life

Solution of problems

Selection of auspicious time

Personal and professional success

Remedies in Hora Astrology

1. Daan: Donation for the particular planet.
Mantra Jaap: Chanting the mantras of the planets.
2. Ratna Dharan: Wearing gems according to the planets.
3. Yagna and Puja: For peace of planets.