BASIC VEDIC ASTROLOGY COURSE – 02
Course Duration: 6 Weeks
Mode: Online (Live Sessions)
Ideal for: Beginners with a focus on Vedic astrology
Course Objectives
Understand the basic principles of astronomy.
Learn about the celestial sphere, planetary orbits, and key astronomical phenomena.
Familiarize students with the ecliptic, zodiac, and constellations.
Explain how astronomical principles are applied in Vedic astrology.
Build the ability to visualize planetary movements and chart preparation.
Course Structure
Week 1: Introduction to Astronomy and Celestial Mechanics
What is Astronomy? Its relevance in Vedic Astrology.
Key concepts:
Celestial Sphere.
Cardinal Directions: North, South, East, West.
Axial Tilt and Precession of the Equinoxes.
Understanding the Earth's motion:
Rotation and Revolution.
Effects on time calculation and seasons.
Week 2: The Ecliptic and the Zodiac
The Ecliptic: Path of the Sun as seen from Earth.
The Zodiac: Division into 12 Rashis (signs).
Fixed vs. Movable Zodiac
Understanding the relationship between Nakshatras and the zodiac belt.
Week 3: Movements of Celestial Bodies
The Moon's Phases:
New Moon, Full Moon, and intermediate phases.
Waxing (Shukla Paksha) and Waning (Krishna Paksha).
Planetary Motion:
Direct, Retrograde, and Stationary motions.
Orbital speeds and their significance in Vedic Astrology.
Understanding conjunctions, and other planetary aspects.
Week 4: Time and Space in Astronomy
Measuring time:
Solar Day vs. Sidereal Day.
Lunar Month vs. Solar Month.
Calendar Systems:
Panchang (Vedic Calendar).
Concept of Yugas and Cosmic Time in Vedic Astrology.
Week 5: Celestial Reference Points and Coordinates
Ayanamsa: Understanding the correction factor in Vedic charts.
