BASIC VEDIC ASTROLOGY COURSE – 07
Course Duration: 6 Weeks
Mode: Online (Live/Recorded Sessions)
Ideal for: Intermediate learners with a basic understanding of planets and house significations.
Course Objectives
Understand the concept and types of Avasthas.
Learn how planetary states influence results in different houses and signs.
Master techniques to analyze planetary Avasthas for predictive purposes.
Integrate Avasthas with transits, Dashas, and divisional charts.
Course Structure
Week 1: Introduction to Planetary Avasthas
Definition and significance of Avasthas in Vedic astrology.
Overview of the main types of Avasthas:
Shayanadi Avasthas (Physical states).
Baladi Avasthas (Strength states).
Lajjitadi Avasthas (Behavioral states).
Importance of planetary dignity (e.g., exaltation, debilitation) in Avasthas.
Week 2: Shayanadi Avasthas (Physical States)
Understanding the six physical states:
Shayana (Lying Down): Weak state.
Upavesana (Sitting): Neutral state.
Netrapani (Walking): Mildly active state.
Prakasha (Radiant): Highly active and auspicious state.
Gamana (Moving): Productive but inconsistent state.
Agama (Arriving): Fresh and active potential.
Techniques for calculating Shayanadi Avasthas.
How these states influence planetary results in specific houses.
Week 3: Baladi Avasthas (Strength States)
Classification of Baladi Avasthas:
Bala (Infant): Immature and weak influence.
Kumara (Youth): Growing and gaining strength.
Yuva (Adult): Peak strength and activity.
Vriddha (Old): Weak but experienced.
Mrit (Dead): Ineffective or dormant.
Calculation of Baladi Avasthas based on degrees of planets in signs.
Practical application in chart analysis.
Week 4: Lajjitadi Avasthas (Behavioral States)
Exploring the six behavioral Avasthas:
Lajjita (Ashamed): Weak due to placement or afflictions.
Garvita (Proud): Strong and auspicious, often in exaltation.
Kshudita (Hungry): Weak and seeking fulfillment.
Trushita (Thirsty): Desiring but unable to deliver results fully.
Muddha (Delighted): Overly enthusiastic, leading to mixed outcomes.
Kshobhita (Agitated): Disturbed due to malefic aspects or conjunctions.
How Lajjitadi Avasthas modify planetary influences.
Integrating behavioral Avasthas with Dashas and transits.
Week 5: Advanced Techniques in Planetary Avasthas
Combining multiple Avasthas for holistic analysis:
Shayanadi, Baladi, and Lajjitadi together.
How planetary Avasthas influence specific areas of life:
Career, relationships, health, and spirituality.
Case studies of charts showing prominent planetary Avasthas.
Week 6: Practical Applications and Synthesis
Step-by-step guide to analyzing planetary Avasthas in a natal chart:
Identifying strong and weak planets based on Avasthas.
Predicting life events influenced by these states.
Real-life examples and case studies.
Final Q&A and assessment session.
Course Materials
Detailed notes and reference tables for Avastha calculations.
Examples of planetary Avasthas in practice charts.
Software recommendations for quick Avastha analysis.
Teaching Methodology
Interactive Lectures: Explanation of each Avastha type with examples.
Practical Assignments: Weekly exercises on identifying and interpreting Avasthas.
Case Studies: Analysis of famous horoscopes.
Planetary Avasthas in Vedic Astrology
The Planetary Avasthas system describes the different states or conditions of planets and how these states influence their effects in a horoscope. These conditions help astrologers assess a planet's strength, mood, and functional ability to deliver results. This course will cover the theoretical foundation, classification, and practical application of planetary Avasthas in chart interpretation.
