There are different schools of astrology, but Rishi Parashara is generally considered the foremost authority. The West generally equates belief in subtle phenomena with superstition, whereas the East frames it within the context of “subtle science.” Whereas most people in the West treat astrology with some scepticism, in India it is considered a respectable science, and texts eulogise authentic astrologers as the most learned brahmanas. It is largely derived from one of the six Vedangas (see The Four Vedas) and is intimately related to the notions of reincarnation and karma (see Reincarnation and Samsara and The Law of Karma).Īttitudes towards this science reflect notable differences between the predominant Eastern and Western world-views.
The king was speechless and surprised, all at the same time.A poster depicting murtis of the nine planets, at a temple in North London.Īstrology is one of the most important and widely used Vedic sciences. It was all in the cards for that is what the diary he left in the court said, "You may fall today but would survive". He did indeed bite the dust as he fell on the haystack and gently kissed the ground, safe and sound! The Astrologer did not resist nor said a single word in defense.
"Yes, Your Majesty", said the Astrologer with a sense of certainty in his tone.Īnnoyed with his conviction, the king laughed a mocking laugh and ordered his men to blindfold him, and make him fall from the top of his palace to bite the dust and die. "What do your stars have to say for today, do you have any idea what is going to happen to you?" asked the king. I just study the stars", replied the humble and humane Astrologer.
I do not know more than God and may never will. Having heard the stories of his accurate predictions, the king ordered his presence in the royal court.ĭubious and skeptical, the king asked, "Do you think you know more than God?" Celebrated and illustrious, his name and fame rose throughout the land and soon caught the attention of a mighty and curious Muslim king. Once upon a time, there was a learned Vedic Astrologer, well versed in reading the cosmic placements and interpreting their meanings.
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