February 17 Saturday to February 23 Friday

 An increase in income, higher status, help and the company of good friends and a happy social time are held out by the Sun – Venus – Mercury combination in the 11th House. Given the beneficial aspect of Jupiter over the 11th House, a rise in career is likely for those running the Maha Dasa of the Sun.  Lagnadhipati Mars Swakshetra in the 8th House assures you of the benefits such as increased wealth, happiness and longevity

Feb: 17 Saturday to Feb: 23 Friday

What the signs on the fingers say

We have already discussed all characteristics of the Thumb and the significations of fingers relating to their shape, length and position in relation to one another. We propose to discuss here what the most common signs on the fingers signify.

A partial solar eclipse Today

A partial solar eclipse occurred in the 3rd quarter of Denata (Danishta) constellation in the Aquarius zodiacal sign beginning at 12.25 hours today, reaching the maximum eclipse at 02.21 hours and ending at 4.17 hours when it was still night time for almost the entire Asia. This came on the heels of a total Lunar eclipse that occurred in Aslisa constellation in Cancer Rashi at 16.21 hours (Colombo time) on January 31.

February 10 Saturday to February 16 Friday

Aries (Mesha):  Your 11th House will gain much strength when Sun enters it on Feb: 13 and Mercury on Feb: 15 to join Venus already there signifying financial security and relief from debts. Given the beneficial aspect of Jupiter over the 11th House, a rise in career is likely for those running the Maha Dasa of the Sun.  A happy time socially is also indicated.  Lagnadhipati Mars Swakshetra in the 8th House assures you of the benefi

Feb: 10 Saturday to Feb: 16 Friday

Female in Astrology

The Astrological rules and principles enunciated in ancient works on Vedic Astrology by sages like Varahamihira or Parasara are targeted to the male, perhaps because, they have always dealt with the astrological rules and principles relating to the female under a separate branch of Astrology called ‘Stri Jataka’ or Female Horoscopy.

Judging character by the position, length and shape of fingers- (II)

Last week we discussed the significations of each finger based on their length and position in relation to other fingers.

February 03 Saturday to February 09 Friday

Aries (Mesha): Venus in the 11th House signifies financial security and relief from debts. A happy time socially is also indicated.  Mercury now in the 10th House  where the Sun is already placed assuring bright career prospects and a happier time at work can bring you monetary gains and success in all endeavors. Lagnadhipati Mars Swakshetra in the 8th House assures you of the benefits such as increased wealth, happiness and longevity.

Feb: 03 Saturday to Feb: 09 Friday

Miraculous effects discovered by ancient seers

In the first two articles in this series of articles under the above subject, we discussed the different gems and precious stones recommended by ancient Indian Rishis for wearing on the body to ward off malefic influences caused by the nine planets to attract or enhance beneficial effects produced by them. 

Judging character by the position, length and shape of fingers

In some previous articles we have discussed the characteristics of the fingers. In this article, we propose to discuss more significations relating fingers based on their position, length and shape.

January 27 Saturday to february 02 Friday

Aries (Mesha):  Mercury due in the 10th House on Jan: 28 where the Sun is already placed assuring bright career prospects and a happier time at work will bring you monetary gains and success in all endeavors. Lagnadhipati Mars Swakshetra in the 8th House assures you of the benefits such as increased wealth, happiness and longevity. However, you are advised to avoid risk-involved activity.  

Jan: 27 Saturday to Feb: 02 Friday

Thumb – What the signs and lines on it say

In two previous articles, we have discussed the size and shape of the Thumb and its position in relation to the rest of the palm with details of significations relating to each type of Thumb.

Miraculous effects discovered by ancient seers

In the previous articles under the above subject, we discussed the different gems and precious stones recommended by ancient Indian Rishis for wearing on the body to ward off malefic influences caused by the nine planets to attract or enhance beneficial effects produced by them. 

A total Lunar eclipse on January 31

A total Lunar eclipse will begin in Aslisa constellation in Cancer Rashi at 16.21 hours (Colombo time) on January 31 which being under the horizon will not be immediately visible. The partial eclipse will occur at 17.18 hours which too will not be visible.  However, the rest of the eclipse from the time of its total eclipse due at 18.21 hours will become visible.

January 19 Saturday to January 26 Friday

Aries (Mesha): Lagnadhipati Mars Swakshetra in the 8th House assures you of the benefits such as increased wealth, happiness and longevity. However, you are advised to avoid risk-involved activity. Bright 

Jan: 20 Saturday to Jan: 26 Friday

Thumb – Symbol of Will Power, Reason and Logic

For the purpose of delineating the character of a person, eminent palmists have divided the Thumb into six types. The six types are:  

For warding off malefic planetary influences

According to ancient Indian Rishis, gems and precious stones can be used to vanquish enemies, win friends, gain marital happiness and even enhance political power and prestige. 

January 13 Saturday to January 19 Friday

Aries (Mesha): Bright career prospects and a happier time at work are held out by the Sun powerfully placed in the 10th House conjunct with Venus and Ketu. Meanwhile, Lagnadhipati Mars is due in your 8th House assuring the benefits of Sarala Yoga increased wealth, happiness and longevity.  Opportunities for foreign travel for academic purposes are likely for those in appropriate circumstan

Jan: 13 Saturday to Jan: 19 Friday

Shape of hand reveals the owner’s character

The shape of the hand provides a wealth of information relating to the character and the peculiarities of the subject, say great palmists who have done research and gathered knowledge through practice of the science.

For warding off malefic planetary influences

According to ancient Indian Rishis gems and precious stones can be used to vanquish enemies, win friends, gain marital happiness and even enhance political power and prestige. 

JANUARY 06 Saturday to JANUARY 12 Friday

Aries (Mesha): The Moon that entered the Rahu -Ketu axis at 03.56 hours on Jan: 5 from your 5th House will remain in that House till 07.16 hours on Jan: 07. This brief period is not favourable as you are prone to cough and bladder and stomach-related ailments.  Marital prospects are bright while opportunities for foreign travel for academic purposes are likely for those in appropriate circumstances.  Comforts, luxuries and business pr

Jan: 06 Saturday to Jan: 12 Friday

Lines indicating coveted gifts of Mother Nature

The three horizontal lines on the wrist are called the Rascettes or Bracelets.

Do you seek your fortune in a foreign land?

It is our experience that one of the main reasons why people are keen on getting a reading of their horoscope is to ascertain whether they stand a chance of going abroad more for economic gains than for pleasure.

December 23 Saturday to December 29 Friday

Aries (Mesha): A Shramana Yoga will form when Mercury enters your 9th House by January 6 to join the Sun- Venus -Saturn combination. Those being born into Aries Jamma Lagna up to 07.16 hours on January 07 may come under Kemadruma Yoga and those born into the Aries Jamma Lagna up to 03.34 hours on January 3 may come under Kalasarpa Yoga due to all seven planets falling within the Rahu- Ketu axis. However, However, Kalasarpa Yoga gets bhanga giving