Astrology Encyclopedia

Bharani nakshatra, second of the 27 lunar mansions, is ruled by Venus and located in Aries. It is a nakshatra of creativity, deep passion, dharma and transformation.

The Sun (Surya) represents both the ego and the Soul in an individual's chart.

The Moon (Chandra) represents the mind in an astrological chart.

Mars is a malefic planet that can express himself as positive energy, enthusiasm and passion or through aggression, conflicts and violence.

Mercury (also known as Budha) represents the intellect in Vedic Astrology.

Jupiter is one of the nine grahas (planets) in Vedic Astrology and represents wisdom and growth in a chart.

Venus has a sweet energy and is the brightest of the planets when it comes close to the earth.

This planet helps destroy our illusions and wants us to understand that we need not take things personally.

Rahu is the north node of the Moon and is considered a shadow planet in Vedic astrology.

Ketu is the south node of the Moon and is considered a shadow planet in Vedic astrology.

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and it is associated with fresh and enthusiastic beginnings. 

Taurus is a creative and artistic sign. This is a fixed earth sign, which gives Taurus its stable, patient and enduring quality.