Vedic Astrology by V.K. Choudhry

According to a note in Self Learning Course in Astrology, Prof. V.K. Choudhry is of the firm opinion that the functional nature of the planets should be determined on the basis of placement of the mooltrikona sign of any planet in an auspicious or inauspicious house. (pg. 36) In effect, the planet(s) ruling these house(s) would, by definition, be functional malefics to the ascendant sign concerned. For an Aries rising chart, Mercury, Rahu & Ketu are malefics, Taurus has a malefic Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Rahu & Ketu, Gemini has Rahu & Ketu, etc. This greatly simplified Vedic astrology, a subject already complicated enough. Like many such simplifications, a powerful system emerged. Here are his books, some in collaboration with his son (note the difference in spelling in their names).

	SELF LEARNING COURSE IN ASTROLOGY - V.K. Choudhry, $14.00 Contents: Preface; 1. Major constituents of the system; 2. Important terminology; 3. Introduction to charts; 4. Significations of signs; 5. Significations of houses; 6. Significations of planets; 7. Planetary periods; 8. Some other important concepts (Astronomy relevant to predictive astrology, general concepts); 9. How to draw a horoscope (working out the ascendant, working out the planetary position, drawing divisional charts); 10. Fundamentals for studying a horoscope: Case studies (Analysis of mental capabilities, analysis of chart for a heart disease, analysis of pre-marital pleasures, analyzing martial-discord); 11. Conclusion. Comment: A prerequisite to the Systems' Approach. Read this first, then do the SA. Sagar, 125 pages.

	SYSTEMS' APPROACH FOR INTERPRETING HOROSCOPES - 4th edition - V.K. Choudhry & K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $25.00 Contents: About the authors; Preface to the 4rd edition; 1. Introduction; 2. Concepts & predictive techniques: Important terminology, Analytical techniques, Comprehension tools; 3. Systems' approach; 4. Impact of mysterious Rahu; 5. Impact of mysterious Ketu; 6. Impact of exalted functional malefic planets; 7. Inter-relationship of planets; 8. Delineating results of debilitated planets; 9. Delineating personality; 10. Delineating accumulated wealth & family; 11. Delineating initiative, courage & younger brothers; 12. Delineating educational accomplishments; 13. Delineating assets in life; 14. Delineating progeny & learning; 15. Delineating health & litigation; 16. Delineating marital significations; 17. Delineating longevity; 18. Delineating general fortune; 19. Delineating foreign travel; 20. Delineating profession & status; 21. Delineating income, prosperity & elder brothers; 22. Delineating losses, expenses, residence abroad & comforts of bed; 23. Contradictions & limitations of the classical principles; 24. Remedial measures; 25. Simple & traditional remedial measures; 26. Initiation of remedial measures; 27. Mundane Vedic astrology; 28. Understand & manage relationships through Vedic astrology; 29. Frequently asked questions; 30. Pearls of wisdom. Comment: In the Preface, the authors have this to say: In the first edition [1991], the analysis of case studies had been based primarily on the functional nature of the planets. In the second edition [1995] the other features like the applicability of conjunctions & aspects, transit & multi-dimensional role of planets were included. The third edition [2002] included the advanced predictive techniques & the FAQs. The current edition [2006] includes the updated predictive techniques & multi-dimensional significators involved in interpreting the planetary influences for various facets of life (pg. xi) Close inspection of the chapter headings reveals many subtle changes of language, indicative of close editing overall. A classic book. The fourth edition is 97 pages longer than the third. Clear, crisp writing, lots of example charts (both rasis & navamsas). Sagar, 366 pages.

	IMPACT OF ASCENDING SIGNS - V.K. Choudhry, $12.00 Contents: Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Impact of ascending signs; 2. How to analyze a horoscope in 3 minutes; 3. Aries ascendant; 4. Taurus ascendant; 5. Gemini ascendant; 6. Cancer ascendant; 7. Leo ascendant; 8. Virgo ascendant; 9. Libra ascendant; 10. Scorpio ascendant; 11. Sagittarius ascendant; 12. Capricorn ascendant; 13. Aquarius ascendant; 14. Pisces ascendant. Comment: Each of the 12 ascendant signs are considered in detail. After opening remarks (which include the good/bad effects of houses ruled by the various planets), Choudhry gives numerous chart examples for each ascendant. He shows how chart dynamics operate for each of the 12 ascendants. He also shows the proper kavach engravings to strengthen each of the ascendants. I think Choudhry likes kavach as the cost is the same for each sign (unlike gems, which vary widely in cost), they are always worn around the neck (unlike gems, which can be worn in the wrong places by accident), and, like gems, after their initial installation, they require no further action from the native (unlike mantras/yantras). In writing these various notes about Prof. Choudhry, I have been greatly impressed by his work. Sagar, 170 pages.

	HOW TO STUDY DIVISIONAL CHARTS, based on Systems' Approach - V.K. Choudhry, $13.00 Contents: About the author; Preface; 1. The scope of study of divisional chart; 2. Overall view of the horoscope; 3. Methodology to study divisional charts; 4. Analyzing debilitated planets; 5. Analyzing combust planets; 6. Special reference to the main period of Ketu; 7. Remedial measures in the aid of astrology; 8. Analysis of Hora; 9. Analysis of Decanate; 10. Analysis of Turyamsa; 11. Analysis of Shashthamsa; 12. Analysis of Sapthamsa; 13. Analysis of Ashthamsa; 14. Analysis of Navamsa; 15. Analysis of Dasamsa; 16. Comprehension of classical principles - Vargottama planets in their signs of debilitation, Exalted planets; 17. Some useful tables - Nakshatra & alphabet for names, Sub-periods, Sub-sub periods, Tables for making important divisional charts. Comment: A quick overview of the divisionals: Hora (d-2) shows wealth; Decanate (d-3) is initiative & happiness from younger co-borns; Turyamsa (d-4) is net assets; Shashthamsa (d-6) is health & types of diseases; Sapthamsa (d-7) is progeny & happiness therefrom; Ashthamsa (d-8) is longevity; Navamsa (d-9) is general fortune, marital happiness, religious pursuits; Dasamsa (d10) is profession, fame & deeds; Dwadasamsa (d-12) is parents; and, Chaturvimsamsa (d-24) is education. In the introductory notes, Choudhry writes, A planet, which occupies the same sign in rasi & navamsa charts is called Vargottama. Classics attribute good results to planets in the state of Vargottama amsa. But these good results are experienced by the native if the planet is strong & well placed in the rasi chart. In case the planet is in its sign of debilitation, combust or weak on any other account, the planet fails to bestow the good results in its main or sub periods. A planet in its own decanate bestows good results relating to its significations in a chart while the one in its own navamsa makes one lucky. A planet in its own Sapthamsa confers fame, wealth & happiness in life through progeny. (pg. 3) Tables in back give Vimshottari dasa sub-periods & sub-sub periods. Also in the back are tables for constructing the various divisional charts. An excellent book. Sagar, 162 pages.

	HOW TO IDENTIFY SIGNIFICANT EVENTS (Through Transit) - V.K. Choudhry, $12.00 Contents: Preface; 1. Applications of the divine science of astrology; 2. Astrological terminology and SA predictive techniques; 3. Tips for predictive accuracy; 4. Identification of significant events; 5. Rectification of birth charts; 6. Case studies: Ill health & losing ventures, Disturbed marriage, Paralytic attack, National events, Loss of job, Blood pressure, Problems in job, Involvement in criminal cases, Surgical operations, Fracture, Death of husband, Loss of vision, Engagement, Financial crisis, Short life, Promotion, Loss of assets, Salvaging distressing conditions, Brain hemorrhage, Trouble to parents, Marriage through astral-remedial measures, Fortune through marriage, Transit signifying marriage, Creative abilities, Career advancement, International recognition, Corporate expansion, Creative contribution, Dreaded disease, Eye disease, Drug addict, Appendicitis, Wife's ill health, Loss of reputation; 7. Dreaded concept of Manglik; 8. Dreaded concept of Sade-Sati. 9. Corporate or business applications of astrology. Comment: In the Preface, the author writes, Identification of significant events takes precedence over general trends signified by predictive astrology. In today's fast life, people are more concerned about the period in terms of days instead of months and/or years, i.e., the total duration of the sub-period of a particular planet. Further, significant events may occur as per the general trend indications or against the general trend indications. He then goes on to relate the story of a man, ruined by bad astrological advice, who gave Choudhry the challenge of discovering what had happened to his son on over 80 particular days in his life. Choudhry accepted & completed the challenge to the man's satisfaction. This book was an outcome of that odd encounter, a reminder that life happens, astrologers should be prepared for reality, despite what dasas may indicate. Sagar, 103 pages.

Books written with his son, K. Rajesh Chaudhary

K. Rajesh Chaudhary	HOW TO ANALYZE MARRIED LIFE - V.K. Choudhry, with K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $12.00 Contents: Preface; About the authors; 1. The mission of life & astrology; 2. The Systems' Approach; 3. The most malefic influence; 4. Planetary configurations for a happy married life; 5. Planetary configurations evidencing marital discord; 6. Preventative astral remedies for marital happiness; 7. Case studies (Delay & denial, Lack of progeny, Broken engagements, Inharmonious relationships, Divorce, Death of spouse, Harassment in marriage; Extra marital relations); 8. Astral remedies for various ascendants. Comment: In the preface, the author writes, Married life is one of the important factors in human life. Its happiness provides solace to man, while unhappiness or discord in marital life causes numerous mental sufferings. Keeping this background in view, the subject has been taken for discussing (then follows a list of contents, as given above). Sagar, 116 pages.

	PREDICTIVE TECHNIQUES & THE APPLICATION OF ASTROLOGICAL REMEDIAL MEASURES - V.K. Choudhry, with K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $14.00 Contents: About the authors; Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. Predictive techniques (Comprehension tools, How to proceed for analysis) 2. Application of astral remedies 3. Impact of functional malefic lords & planets in malefic houses 4. Timing of events (Recovery of patients, Return of missing persons) 5. Financial prosperity through Jyotish/astral remedies 6. Progenic problems & Jyotish/astral remedies 7. Handling psychiatric problems 8. Cutting down delay in marriage 9. Identifying early widowhood 10. Identifying stability in marriage 11. Identifying criminal tendencies 12. Relevance of vastu to astrology 13. Care of newborn through astrology 14. Relocation through astrology 15. Career counseling for your children 16. Pearls of wisdom for spiritual growth 17. "Essentials of a horoscope reading" Comment: A useful book. In chapter 2, entitled, "Application of Astral Remedies", are pictured the 12 Kavach, one for each of the 12 signs of the zodiac. For each, the overall design, as well as the numbers & their placements, both front & back, are given. Kavach is one of several remedial measures discussed in the chapter, which also includes gems, color therapy, Vastu, mantras & charities. As in all of Choudhry's books, there are many case studies. Revised, expanded edition of 2006: Chapters 13 through 17 (some 30 pages) have been added, other chapters have been revised & expanded. Overall, a total of seventy pages have been added to the book. Sagar, 194 pages.

	HOW TO AVERT PROFESSIONAL SETBACKS - V.K. Choudhry, with K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $11.00 Contents: Preface; Abut the authors; 1. General Analytical Techniques (Salient features of the Systems' Approach, Functional nature of planets, Analyzing strength of planets, Most effective point, Most malefic planet, Afflictions, Measuring strength of houses, Identifying results of main/sub-period lords, Identifying transit influences, Measuring strength of planets, Badhaka planets, Impact of yogas, Insight, How to start analysis); 2. Identification of the professional fields (Role of the 5th house, Role of the lord of the 11th house, Role of educational accomplishments); 3. Professional significations of the planets; 4. Professional significations of the signs; 5. Professional determinants; 6. Averting professional setbacks & augmenting professional prosperity; 7. Identification of setbacks in profession; 8. Identifying level of status; 9. Case studies of professionals/executives; 10. Case studies of business entrepreneurs; 11. Case studies - good financial gains; 12. How to choose personnel for top jobs & friends astrologically. Comment: From the first chapter: Diversification of educational pursuits, increased expectations from children, persistent development, requirements of the society & the increase in the rate of literacy demand further light on predictive techniques for astrological analysis of the professional pursuits of a native.... Predicting profession, which a native is likely to take up, is quite a tricky job & is one of the most sought-after fields in predictive astrology.... To enable us to analyze the professional pursuits, we have to, first of all, concentrate on the analytical tools which we are going to apply for analyzing the results in a given nativity. Many examples. Sagar, 125 pages.

	MANAGE YOUR HEALTH THROUGH PREVENTIVE ASTRAL REMEDIES - V.K. Choudhry, with K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $11.00 Contents: About the authors; Preface; 1. Concepts; 2. Significations of signs; 3. Significations of houses; 4. Significations of planets; 5. Advance analytical techniques; 6. Identifying health problems; 7. Timing recovery of patients; 8. Application of preventative astral remedies; 9. Case studies Comment: Case studies comprise nearly 2/3rds of the book & include jaundice at birth, asthma, meningitis, migraine, bone TB, loss of memory, convulsions, mental retardation, mental tension, thyroid, loss of hearing, loss of speech at birth, stammering, pleurisy, congenital lung problem, tuberculosis, breathing problems, hypertension at an early age, bypass surgery, lung disorder, AIDS, intestinal cancer, stomach tumor, brain cancer, fits & stammering, paralysis, blood cancer, breast cancer, polio, brain tumor, skin problem, peptic ulcer, diabetes, weak digestion, fits & appendicitis, hernia, hypertension & appendicitis, diabetes & hypertension, inflammation of the pancreas, weak liver, spinal problems, diabetes at young age, constipation & nervous pressure, kidney transplant, gall bladder removal, piles, arthritis & stomach disorder, loss of vision. Sagar, 134 pages.

	APPLICATION OF PRASNA ASTROLOGY (Based on Systems Approach) - V.K. Choudhry, with K. Rajesh Chaudhary, $11.00 Contents: About the authors; Preface; 1. Prasna & its utility; 2. Concepts; 3. Significations of signs; 4. Significations of houses; 5. Significations of planets; 6. Advance analytical techniques; 7. Identifying prasna indications (Prime determinants, Afflictors, Spotting the prasna, Timing recovery, Understanding rulership of planets); 8. Application of astrological remedial measures; 9. Problems in profession; 10. New business; 11. Property matters; 12. Identifying health problems; 13. Problems in marriage; 14. Missing persons; 15. Miscellaneous. Comment: Prasna is, essentially, horary astrology. The introductory notes explain the importance of a spontaneous question from the querent, eg, without prior appointment or warning to the astrologer. Also, Even at the cost of some repetition, the essential predictive techniques of Systems' Approach have been mentioned in this book so that the case studies included in this book are properly understood by the readers without referring to other books of the Systems' Approach. Choudhry's prasna differs from western horary in a number of aspects. First, Choudhry doesn't tell us what the question was. Second, he considers the rulers of the 6th, 8th & 12th houses to be weak, as well as any planet conjunct Ketu. He considers the prasna chart's dasa. His suggestions to the client are remedial measures, rather than a yes/no answer. This is horary based on the fundamentals of Vedic astrology, rather than on horary rules in & of themselves. Sagar, 117 pages.

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