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This volume comprehensively covers the Aṣṭakavarga system of prediction. The key sections are construction, the fundamentals, Rekhās and Karaṇas, Bhinnāṣṭakavarga, Samudāyāṣṭakavarga, Daśā application, Aṣṭakavarga Gocara, Kakṣyā, and Longevity estimation. A teacher-student dialogue is also included to reinforce one's understanding of this subject.
This book is written after consulting several classical texts on this subject, including Bṛhatparāśara, Bṛhajjātaka, Sārāvalī, Phaladīpikā, Aṣṭakavarga Mahānibandha, Jātakapārijāta, Jātaka Deśamārga, and Praśnamārga.
This book aims to clarify several doubts, including whether Rāśi or Bhāva should be used for the construction of the Aṣṭakavarga, the Śodhanas etc. This book does an exhaustive treatment of almost all the topics of Aṣṭakavarga.
Sarajit Poddar
Sarajit Poddar (aka Varāhamihira) is a Jyotish enthusiast. He learned the subject from his paternal uncle Sri Manoj Kānti Poddar, and was guided by Pt. Sanjay Rath. He is a seeker and wishes to understand the alignment of the forces that govern the celestial bodies and worldly affairs. In his studies over the thirty years, he endeavoured to uncover the hidden meaning behind the shlokas and sutras of the classical texts and reconcile their differences. His search for the hidden meaning behind the Jyotish principles took shape in this book, “In Search of Jyotish”. He wishes to share his observations, reflections and experiences with like-minded seekers.
