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Lagna is the first house in a Kuṇḍalī. It is the Rāśi ascending on the easter horizon at birth or an event and sets the tone of the events in one’s life. Two people born with identical Graha positions in their Kuṇḍalīs may experience different results if their Lagnas are different. This is the most important Bhāva in a Kuṇḍalī as it relates to one’s social identity.
This book is about exploring the effects of Rāśis on the Lagna, the placements of Grahas in the Lagna, their Dṛṣṭis on the Lagna, and several associated matters. I have provided my reflections on specific attributes of every Lagna and tried explaining why the results are the way they are.
Learning Jyotiṣa may appear daunting, but when one understands the fundamental principles based on which the results of certain placements, aspects etc., are derived, it becomes fun. Understanding the hidden principles behind the results provided by the Śāstras help decode them and extend them to diverse situations. This book intends to answer the WHYs of the results relating to diverse areas of Lagna. This book is not about making predictions but about enjoying the subject and its profound knowledge.
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.
