From the Vedic cosmological view, everything in the entire universe is inextricably connected. In this way, the influential pull of the planets and their situation within the zodiac are not seen as separate from oneself. Rather, they are both reflecting a greater whole, as well as exerting their influence on the entire web of life. We can liken this to how thoughts can generate feelings, or how being in nature can have a tangible effect on the body and mind.
Since time immemorial, we have sought greater meaning in things, as we stood under the vast ocean of stars in the sky. All cultures of the Earth have had a deep and intimate fascination with the vast universe and the observable night sky, seeking meaning to our existence in some way. Here, Vedic Astrology can texture our experience of life in meaningful ways, helping to provide a deeper context for who we are, our unique expression of the whole, and wisdom for navigating life.
Vedic Medical Astrology is an invaluable tool as a part of a complete Āyurvedic medical assessment to assist the physician to delve deeper into a patient’s overall case. It serves as a specialized tool in determining constitution (prakṛti) and imbalanced state of doṣa (vikṛti), and aiding in the detection of areas of predisposition, weakness, as well as inherent strengths. By analyzing the celestial influences of the grahas (planets) within the zodiac (rāśi), the twelve houses (bhāvas), and lunar constellations (nakṣatras) of the native’s birth chart, along with analysis of divisional charts (vargas), the physician gains a greater understanding of the patient’s health. In this way, medical astrology does not replace a full health assessment, but adds another facet to it.
A Medical Vedic Astrological reading also facilitates the timing for treatments, observing planetary transits (gocara) and greater planetary periods (daśā) to identify optimal timings for therapies and pañcakarma (detoxification). These periods highlight timeframes in one’s life requiring extra care to pacify potential negative karmic influences while amplifying the inherent strengths within the native’s chart and life circumstances. Astrological remedies, or upāyas, range from traditional rituals, mantras, amulets, yantras, or gemstones, to practical psycho-spiritual advice, yogic practices, and other observances integrated into daily life. Medical astrology further informs regarding dietary recommendations (āhāra), lifestyle (vihāra), and even the selection of herbal medicines (auṣadhi), based on a holistic and comprehensive analysis illuminated through the confluence of both the astrological reading and Āyurvedic health consultation.
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Artwork of the Nine Planets by Aaron Ananta Staengl