Jyotish Shastra

Vedic Astrology

The science of light — understanding the Navagraha, Rashis, Nakshatras, and the five limbs of Panchang.

Navagraha · 9 planets
Rashis · 12 signs
Panchang · 5 limbs
I.

Jyotish Explorer

Explore the Navagraha, Rashis, and Panchang.

Interactive Rashi Guide

Select your Moon sign to discover spiritual associations

II.

What is Jyotish?

Jyotish (from Sanskrit jyotiṣa, "science of light") is the traditional Hindu system of astrology. Unlike Western astrology, which is primarily sun-sign based, Jyotish uses the sidereal zodiac and places equal emphasis on the Moon, the ascendant (Lagna), and the planetary periods (Dasha).

III.

The Navagraha — Nine Planets

The celestial bodies that govern karma and destiny.

Surya

Sun
Day: Sunday
Gem: Ruby
Metal: Gold
Direction: East

Chandra

Moon
Day: Monday
Gem: Pearl
Metal: Silver
Direction: North-West

Mangala

Mars
Day: Tuesday
Gem: Red Coral
Metal: Copper
Direction: South

Budha

Mercury
Day: Wednesday
Gem: Emerald
Metal: Brass
Direction: North

Guru

Jupiter
Day: Thursday
Gem: Yellow Sapphire
Metal: Gold
Direction: North-East

Shukra

Venus
Day: Friday
Gem: Diamond
Metal: Silver
Direction: South-East

Shani

Saturn
Day: Saturday
Gem: Blue Sapphire
Metal: Iron
Direction: West

Rahu

North Node
Day: Saturday
Gem: Hessonite
Metal: Iron
Direction: South-West

Ketu

South Node
Day: Tuesday
Gem: Cat's Eye
Metal: Iron
Direction: South-West
IV.

The 12 Rashis (Zodiac Signs)

The twelve houses of the sidereal zodiac in Jyotish.

Mesha(Aries)
Mars · Fire
Vrishabha(Taurus)
Venus · Earth
Mithuna(Gemini)
Mercury · Air
Karka(Cancer)
Moon · Water
Simha(Leo)
Sun · Fire
Kanya(Virgo)
Mercury · Earth
Tula(Libra)
Venus · Air
Vrishchika(Scorpio)
Mars · Water
Dhanu(Sagittarius)
Jupiter · Fire
Makara(Capricorn)
Saturn · Earth
Kumbha(Aquarius)
Saturn · Air
Meena(Pisces)
Jupiter · Water
V.

The Panchang — Five Limbs of Time

The five elements that determine auspicious timing.

  1. Tithi

    Lunar day — the angle between Sun and Moon

  2. Nakshatra

    Lunar mansion — the Moon's position among 27 asterisms

  3. Yoga

    Union — specific combinations of Sun and Moon

  4. Karana

    Half-tithi — used for determining auspicious actions

  5. Vara

    Day of the week — ruled by a specific planet

VI.

Key Concepts

The fundamental terms of Jyotish Shastra.

Rashi (Sign)

The zodiac sign where the Moon was at birth. Determines emotional nature and mental disposition.

Lagna (Ascendant)

The sign rising on the eastern horizon at birth. Determines physical appearance and personality.

Dasha (Planetary Period)

A system of time periods ruled by each planet. The Vimshottari Dasha covers 120 years.

Gochara (Transit)

The current movement of planets through the zodiac, affecting daily and yearly predictions.

Drishti (Aspect)

The influence a planet casts on other houses or planets. Each planet has specific aspectual powers.

Yoga (Combination)

Specific planetary combinations that produce particular effects — auspicious (Raja Yoga) or challenging.

⚠️Disclaimer: Astrological guidance is a traditional spiritual practice, not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or financial advice. The ELGODS app presents Jyotish as a cultural and historical system of knowledge.Notice