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Saturn in Libra 2011 – The Ringed Planet Transits into Libra

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The ringed planet, Saturn Transits into Libra on November 15th, 2011 IST, and the date is according to astronomical and mathematical systems used by most astrologers/astronomers. According to the ancient Vakkyam Almanac, which is used in South Indian temples, the Saturn transit date is December 21st, 2011 IST.

Saturn in Libra

The sign Libra rules the natural 7th House and is concerned with partnership, balance and justice. As Saturn is exalted (strong and beneficial placement) in Libra and he may give his usual teaching methods of delays, detachments and sufferings; however, Saturn will also attract major responsibilities and enable you to handle them, give you discipline, focus in business, bring commitment to relationships and bring democracy to governments.

Saturn is Not Subtle, But He is Fair

When Saturn transits to a new sign, he leaves no stone unturned. But like all the planets, Saturn has a function and a purpose. Saturn serves up your karma and there are no favorites. The Law of Karma is the same for all.

You may not enjoy how the judge’s verdict is expressed, or the punitive measures administered but Saturn has the job of putting “in your face” the parts of yourself that need to be transformed for your betterment. His Justice is blind. It is a “Reap What You Sow” world.

Is Saturn Your Worst Enemy or Your Greatest Friend?

This magnificent planet has been feared as the “Judge, Jury and Executioner”, “Cruel Task Master” or “Agent of Negative Karma”. Where he is placed in your chart determines the difficulties and suffering you experience. As Saturn Transits in Libra, He can also have an influence on you!

35 Day Saturn Appeal Plan – Fearlessly Face Saturn

Mind-set has a lot to do with how you will navigate the oftentimes rough waters of a Saturn transit. There are also ancient technologies revealed to us from the Siddhas. You have the opportunity to take advantage of the wisdom of these Vedic Scientists during this Saturn transit in Libra.

Using the Rishis’ wisdom of planets’ energies and influence on us and divine tantric techniques and knowledge of energetic power spots from the Siddha tradition, we invite you to explore for yourself an easy yet life transforming 35 Day (5 week), comprehensive and practical plan to master and alleviate your afflictions. This is during the crucial upcoming Saturn Transit into Libra on November 15th IST. Performance of rituals now will help you gain the good energy and “merit” in your bank for the upcoming 3 years of Saturn in Libra.

 

Angel Reading Online – Receive Angel’s Message through Angel Reading

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Angels…… Whenever, you think of heavenly beings, your thoughts may hover around that image which will be floating in the sky with a magic wand. They might even come in your dreams to make you feel comfortable or to present you with some sweet memories…

Actually, everyone has a guardian angel, who travels with you throughout your whole life, helping you by illuminating your path, like a lantern in the dark, but the sad part is that no one gives their ears to the angel’s message. This is where an angel reading helps us to transform our life by assisting and guiding us through the right path of life.

What is Angel Reading?

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It is true that life on earth can be extremely difficult, when we feel that no one is besides us to support. The going even gets tougher, when we are going through complex and difficult phases of life. That’s when those nervous moments follow when people seek out for answers and solutions to their problems. Such people in distress can find solace & solution to their problems through the divine technique of angel readings.

Angel readings or psychic readings are great way to receive divine guidance & interpretations which can help an individual to tread on the right path and to manifest and transform his or her life. Angel readings help you to track out the root causes of your stress, worries or tensions. Not only this, the Angel also goes a step ahead by prescribing you the most effective divine remedies which are just the kind of solution you have been looking for.

Angels, the messengers of God, also gives us the space to breathe and actually discover that what is right for us. Angel reading, in actuality, helps us to grow personally and to make ourselves a better version by providing proper guidance. So experience Angel reading that will help you travel easily even in your complex and difficult phases of life!

 

How To Remove Karma – Powerful Ritual To Do at Home

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The ultimate purpose of our human life is the realization of God. The ancient seers enlightened us that we can focus on our life purpose only when our karma has been wiped clean and the time is ripe for grace to flow to you.

When Karma is removed, an intense flowering happens and both the material and spiritual worlds open up for you. Then you have a choice of the abundance that you are presented with. First you remove your karma and then manifest a reality that you consciously create. How to remove Karma? Don’t worry there is a simple yet effective ritual, which you can perform at home.

Karma Removal Ritual At Home

  • Take a crystal Shiva Lingam (any size is okay)
  • Place it in a small bowl
  • Pour pure, fresh water over the Lingam, daily any time between 4:30pm and 6:00pm while chanting the karma removal mantra of your choice for at least 9 times
  • Continue chanting the mantra until you have reached 108 times
  • Dry off the Shiva Lingam and return it to your alter or sacred space. Repeat this process daily

A Shiva Lingam is a symbol of the static energy in the universe that is also known as cause while Crystal is the medium of choice to have this symbol made in, as it is a known carrier of healing energies. Daily ritual bathing of this form, when done with the full intention of removing signatures of the past, will connect you with a higher consciousness or vibration.

Note: This ritual is especially powerful on the 13th Moon Pradoshams, Shani or Soma Pradoshams.

 

Directions for Using Your Yantra

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A Yantra is a great cosmic conductor of energy. It is an antenna of nature making it a powerful tool to attract or increase harmony, prosperity, success, good health, protection etc. and improve your meditations and concentration. It is important to have your Yantra activated or energized in order for the pre-programmed purpose and intent to go ‘on-line’.

Focus your eyes and mind at the center of the Yantra to achieve higher levels of consciousness. The Yantra’s color may change over a period of time especially with regular abhishekam; however, this does not dilute the power of the Yantra.

  • Place the Yantra on a clean and sacred altar facing the appropriate direction
  • Do not let other people touch the Yantra
  • You may desire to perform abhishekam or ritual anointing to the Yantra with rose water or milk according to your personal practice – daily, weekly or monthly. Then, rinse it with water and wipe it dry
  • You may wish to place rounded dots of sandalwood paste on the 4 corners and in the center of the Yantra (sandalwood powder moistened with a small amount of water)
  • Chant the appropriate mantra in front of the Yantra if you desire
  • If a small size, you may wish to carefully carry the Yantra in your purse or wallet. It is recommended to wrap in a protective cloth such as silk when travelling this way

How Quickly Do the Yantras Benefits?

It can take up to 45 days before experiencing the benefits of an activated Yantra. This is on the conservative side as many feel the effects immediately if their karmic potential is ‘ripe’. Some Yantras work better over the long term as they graduate steadily through their blessing stages. Have patience and faith. Your positive thought vibrations play a key role in the effectiveness.

 

Skanda Sashti 2011 – Expand and Elevate your Life with Lord Muruga

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Skanda Sashti or Skanda Shasti is the most important festival dedicated to Lord Muruga or Karthikeya. It is observed in the month of Aippasi (October-November) that commemorates the victory of Lord Skanda over the Demon Surapadma. In 2011, Skanda Sashti will be celebrated from 26th October to 31st October.

Skanda Sashti commemorates the destruction of evil by the Supreme General Karthikeya (Lord Muruga), son of Lord Shiva and is celebrated with the dramatic enactment of Soora Samhaaram (a play where Muruga kills the demon).

Corresponding to the six days of the war over the evil forces, devotees undertake fasting, prayers and devotional singing to Lord Muruga. The 6 abodes of Muruga overflow with crowd during this period as they seek his divine grace.

Lord Muruga

Lord Murugan, the God of war, like most other hindu deities is also known by many other names like Skanda, Saravana, Karthikkeya, Arumugam etc. ‘Murugu’ means ‘beauty’ and thus ‘Murugan’ means the ‘Beautiful one’. It is believed that Lord Muruga never hesitates to come to the aid of a devotee when called upon in piety or distress.

The Story behind Skanda Shasti

The Story of Skanda Shasti describes about the birth of Lord Skanda or Kumara and the fulfillment of the purpose of His divine incarnation.The mythology of Muruga is well-known in South India where people adore him as Subramanya, the lance-wielding son of Shiva.

The story goes back to the legend of defeating the demon/anti God, Surapadma. To mark an end to the demon, the celestial beings with Indra as the leader sought the help of Brahma. Brahma who proclaimed that only the spark of Shiva can produce the hero, who will defeat the powers of the evil, sought the help of Parvati and Kama (the God of Love). Parvati agreed to help, and engaged herself in a severe penance to attract Shiva’s attention, while Kama engaged himself in the “suicidal mission” of arousing Shiva from His Samadhi.

Lord Muruga’s Power Weapon – Vel

The Vel is a psyhic weapon representing shakti or higher intelligence. This spear was given to Muruga by his Mother Goddess Parvati. Nothing is more powerful than the vel as it destroys karma, negativity and doubt. Always visualize it in the space between your two eyebrows, or the 3rd eye. Every Tuesday, Muruga the Lord of Mars’ power day, pour water on the Vel and recite the quantum sound or mantra

“Om Vetri Vel, Muruga Vel”

Skanda Sashti 2011 Celebrations with AstroVed

You can get rid of your self-limiting beliefs, expand and elevate your life during the time of Skanda Sashti. Be with Us as we celebrate the auspicious 6 days of Lord Muruga by performing special poojas and rituals. The celebrations will begin from 26th October 2011 and will continue till 31st October.

 

Pradosham and Karma Removal

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What is Karma?

Karma is the mental imprint that you hold inside of your mind that not only create, but limit your reality. Karma is the repetition of your thoughts and rules all aspects of human life. Karma is not a philosophy; but it is real.

Your thoughts become your reality in life after an appropriate lapse of time. It is extremely important to remain positive and to only nurture positive thoughts. Unfortunately, there is always a danger of the negative thoughts catching up to us and inflicting us in this life or in a life to come. It is the thought process that creates karma and it is the planets that influence thought. Unless you become conscious, you cannot break away from doing the same thing day after day, year after year, life after life.

What is Karma Removal

Your soul is on a voyage and the Karmic situations in which you find yourself are your soul’s mirror and travel guide. Karma can show you where you’ve been and where you might go to learn the lessons you’ve chosen for this lifetime and you can adjust your actions to avoid making the same mistakes again. Windows of opportunity exist in which you can bust or change those karmic imprints.

If you are suffering in some aspect or aspects of your life and aren’t enjoying, then you have karma there. You can prevent karma in 2 ways :

  • By being supremely conscious of your thoughts
  • By changing the past thoughts that have been already put into motion

Pradosham

Whether you take the spiritual or material route, one thing is certain; you have to completely eliminate your karma to even to get there. Pradosham rituals give a great opportunity to build a new reality of prosperity and true happiness.

Pradosham literally means the removal of sins. At Pradosham times, windows of opportunity open when karma or karmic energies that limit our potential in this current life, can be lessened. The times occur daily as well as on 13th Moons.

There are 3 Levels of Pradosham and each energy level indicates how much karma may be released at that time. All levels are designed to help speed our evolution and make our lives easier and happier.

Note: It is important to participate in regular karma maintenance. Pradosham that occurs on a Monday or a Saturday is especially opportune to remove the strongest of your karmas.

 

Saturn Transit 2011 or Shani Transit 2011

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Saturn Transit or Shani Transit is an astrological phenomenon turn Influence” “Saturn Retrograde” “2012 Transiting Saturn” “saturnwhich usually has a widespread effect on humans. Lord Saturn, the most powerful of 9 planets, can be the most giving planet and can also be the most severe and challenging one. Saturn transit in Libra on November 15th 2011 will change your life as Lord Saturn is practical and He gets exalted while moving to Libra, which signifies balance.

Saturn Transits Have Major Impact on Life

Lord Saturn teaches us lessons, trains us for increased responsibility and points out where we may come up short. Many people are fearful of Saturn due to the hardships, which people face under his influence. During Saturn transit, you often tend to experience what is considered the more ‘negative’ of his manifestations as he points out what area or areas you need to rework in life.

Saturn Transit is an opportunity to strengthen an area of your life that has been ineffective. This helps us to come to a better understanding of Saturnian experiences and will also make us able to move through this period of Saturn transit with more grace and ease.

Saturn Transit 2011 – The Points You Should Know

The actions taken in life are generally conscious and unconscious and the actions with conscious intent of wrong doing will be dealt with most severity by Lord Saturn. During the 7-1/2 year of transiting Saturn (”Sade Sati”) any ill-conceived or dishonest actions will have greater consequences from Saturn because his attention is more keenly focused on a person during this period.

Saturn transits to each sign every 2-1/2 years and when Saturn transits the 3rd, 6th and 11th sign from the person’s Moon it is generally auspicious (positive, beneficial). But when Saturn transits the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 12th sign from the Moon it turns inauspicious (negative, unfavorable).

Saturn Transit in Libra 2011

Saturn transits in to the sign of Libra on November 15th 2011, IST, where he is exalted and most benefic. He completes his transit in the sign of Libra only on November 2nd 2014 IST and during Saturn’s stay in Libra; he may give his usual teaching methods of delays, detachments and sufferings. However, Lord Saturn will also attract major responsibilities and will enable you to handle them during the Saturn Transit in Libra. He will bestow you with discipline and extra skills to focus in business. Saturn transit will also bring commitment to relationships and democracy to governments.

Saturn Transit 2011 Report

This Saturn Transit from 15th Nov to 2nd Nov 2014 might affect your Health, Finance, Education, Life, Relationships, Career, etc? But you can clear your doubts or concerns regarding the transiting Saturn and the various influences of Saturn during Saturn Transit 2011 with your personalized Saturn Transit Report.

Personalized Saturn Transit Prediction Report – How It Helps

  • A Personalized Saturn Transit Prediction Report will analyze Saturn’s influence in your major period (Dasa) and minor period (Bhukthi). It will give you an expert insight into different aspects of your life and will forewarn you about dangers or pitfalls, which will allow you to take calculated and informed decisions.
  • A Personalized Saturn Transit Prediction Report also evaluates the varying influence of Saturn when it passes through birth stars Chitra, Swati & Visakha on you; again giving you the leverage to take wise & clued-up steps.
  • Most importantly your personalized Saturn Transit Prediction report will prescribe you the specific remedies based on the magnitude of influence Saturn exerts on you during this transit which is of course based on your birth chart.
  • Planet Jupiter is the one responsible for stabilizing Saturn’s aggressiveness when Saturn turns malefic and also the one who enhances Saturn’s favorable influences when it turns benefic. This necessitates the assessment of Jupiter’s influence on Saturn which will subsequently reveal the intensity of Saturn’s influence on you and your Personalized Saturn Transit Prediction Report does this exactly.

 

Vijaya Dasami 2011, Gain the Energy of Navratri victory with Ma Chandi

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Vijaya Dasami is the Victory day or 10th Moon, of Navratri. ‘Vijaya’ is victory and ‘dasami’ is 10th Moon. This festival is also celebrated as Dussehra in North India. The 9 Nights of Goddess, Navratri, generate and accumulate the power required to destroy demons. The 9th Night is the peak of this energy build up and the demons are destroyed and on 10th day, this victory is consolidated and celebrated. The victory of Ma Shakti signifies the victory of the higher mind. This is a mind full of positivity, innocence and joy.

Navratri 2011 with Ma Chandi

Navratri victory with Ma Chandi or Goddess Chandi symbolizes the power that perfects your mind, body and soul enabling an enriched life free from negativity and suffering. Chandi Shakti is very fierce and powerful. She is the primordial energy that is responsible for the creation, sustenance and destruction of this entire universe. She is the sum total of the energies of all beings of this universe and is the savior of her children on the earth and protects them from all evil.

She was an overwhelming omnipotence both violent and impetuous. The 3 eyed Goddess had multiple arms that held powerful weapons and emblems, jewels and ornaments, garments and utensils, garlands and rosaries of beads, all offered by the gods. With her golden body blazing with the splendor of a thousand suns, seated on her lion vehicle, Ma Chandi is one of the most spectacular of all personifications of Cosmic energy.

The Devi Mahamiyam or Saptashati, is a sacred text describing the victory of the Goddess over the demon. It is considered as 1 Mantra but is a collection of 700 Mantras in 13 Chapters hence Chandi Homa consists of 13 Specific Rituals. On Navratri 2011, AstroVed is extending the offers and prayers of the devotees of Ma Chandi through Chandi Homa.

Chandi Homa on Vijaya Dasami

A Chandi Homa is an elaborate fire ritual for the fierce Goddess Chandi. This is the name given to the Divine Feminine energy or ‘Shakti’ that is the combined fierce form of all Goddesses – The Supreme Shakti or Universal Life Force.

A Chandi Homa is not an ordinary Homa and has to be performed by expert 9 priests with years of experience in handling such complex and powerful rituals. Our expert 9 priests at AstroVed will perform Chandi Homa by chanting the Slokas containing in the 13 chapters of Durga Saptashati which is then followed by performing the actual Homa with other rituals which includes of 13 rituals like Ganapathy Pooja, Kanya Pooja, Suhasini Pooja, Dampathi Pooja, Brahmachari Pooja etc,.

Kanya Pooja is one of the highlight of Navratri 2011 celebrations at AstroVed on Vijaya Dasami, which is a sacred ritual performed to receive the blessings of the Goddess through the pure forms of prepubescent girls. They act as the human proxys for the Divine Feminine to descend as they channel the pure energy to all who seek Shakti power. Kanya Kumari, is the form of Ma Durga in her purest form and Kanya Pooja is one of the rare poojas from tantric tradition.

The rituals of Chandi Homa on Vijaya Dasami will start on the evening of October 6th IST by chanting the Slokas containing in the 13 chapters of Durga Saptashati, which is then followed in the next morning, October 7th IST, by performing the fire ritual/homa with other rituals. These include seeking consent from the Goddess, a cleansing ritual, a cow pooja, a pooja involving washing the feet of a married woman, all esoteric rituals symbolizing energetic transformations…

Join in the celebrations of Navratri 2011 on the auspicious day of Vijaya Dasami with AstroVed. Let Goddess Shakti give you Her gifts of transformation on many levels. Open your heart, your body and your mind to receive!

 

Astrological Yantras

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Yantras are much more powerful than a picture or even a statue of a deity and they are used to energize the latter. In Indian temples, the Sacred Inner Sanctums that house the main deity, the Yantra associated with that deity is placed under the base of the statue to initiate, energize and sanctify the space.

Yantras are Visual Tools

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The geometrical forms of the Yantra activate the right hemisphere, which is visual and nonverbal. The diagrams are essentially thought forms representing divinities or cosmic powers which exert their influence by means of sound vibrations.

They can be illustrated on paper as mandalas or carved onto stone etc; however, the most effective substance to carry a Yantra is copper. Copper is a well known super conductor for electricity and cosmic energies alike. It is believed that constantly concentrating on the representation helps to build fortune (positive energies therefore positive potentials), as planets and deities have their peculiar electro-magnetic field which governs basic emotions and karma.

Therefore Yantras are visual tools that serve in meditation either as centering devices or as symbols of the energy pattern of a deity. When a yantra is to be used for worship and the energy is invoked in it, it becomes a symbolic representative of the deity. It actually becomes the deity when you can abandon your analytical, critical attitude and the energy circulates in higher centers.

Meanings of Some Shapes & Symbols in Yantras

Shapes and patterns commonly embedded in yantra include squares, triangles, circles and floral patterns. It may also include more complex and detailed symbols:

  • Lotus flower = chakras or energy center of the body
  • Bindu or dot = the starting point of creation or the cosmos
  • Shatkona (Sanskrit name for a symbol identical to the Star of David):
  • An upwards triangle represents the static substratum of the cosmos, spiritual aspiration, the element of fire, or Shiva
  • A downwards triangle represents the creative power of the cosmos, productivity, the element of water, or Shakti
  • Swastika = good luck, welfare, prosperity or spiritual victory
  • Sanskrit characters = represent the sounds of a particular chakra, or subtle form of deity
  • Circle = Energy of the element water
  • Square = Energy of the element earth
  • Upward facing Triangle = (when not part of a shatkona) Energy of the element fire
  • Downward facing Triangle = (when not part of a shatkona) Energy of the element water
  • Diagonal lines = Energy of the element air
  • Horizontal line = Energy of the element water
  • Vertical line = Energy of the element fire
  • Point = Energy of the element ether

 

Yantras – Cosmic Energy Devices

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Yantras are sacred geometric designs representative of their Gods possessing sacred sound vibration, which helps an individual to face and sail through their problems smoothly. As per Vedic Astrology, Vedic Yantras consists of power and energy within those sacred geometric designs. They are not just lucky charms which are worn or displayed as icons of power. Yantra is an Amulet or kavach, which helps you to fulfill your desires or ambition.

Yantras are Cosmic Energy Devices

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Yantras are very complex engines of energy containing geometric figures, permutations of mystical archetypal designs and embedded with energetic signatures. When activated or energized, the pre-programmed Yantra becomes “alive” so that the intentions or purpose contained within the Yantra are manifested in the physical.

Yantra” is a Sanskrit word that comes from “yam” meaning to control or subdue and “tra” meaning an “instrument” or “machine”. They are machines that can “subdue” or rather contain cosmic energies and are mediums that reveal abstract universal truths. Since time immemorial, it has been believed that mystical Yantras reveal the inner basis of forms and shapes of the universe. No matter what the outer structure, all matter is made up of the same basic unity; the atom.

Most of the Yantras have been conceptualized through meditations and clairvoyance by Siddhas, Rishis and Yogis. The geometrical diagrams of Yantras are based on the mathematical perfection of these sages of the East who brought the structures of the universe to the more simplified form of Yantra. All of the shapes on these machines are psychological symbols that relate to inner states of human consciousness and when energized, become symbols of psychic power. Their forms become their purpose or function.

Yantra Requires a Mantra

A Yantra is always associated with a mantra. Just as the mind is a part of the brain, yet different from it, a mantra is a part of the Yantra. The mantra is the mind consciousness while the Yantra is the form of the deity. It is not a strict rule to chant the mantra associated with each Yantra as the Yantra represent the mantra in a symbolic form and the full effect of the Yantra is obtained by ‘worshipping’ or using the Yantra in your practice.

Yantra Lifespan

There is no limit to the life span of a Yantra and they can last your life time. However, if you obtain a Yantra for a specific purpose, and that desired effect is achieved, then it may withdraw its energy.

Energized Yantras

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Energized Yantras remains live until the positive intentions contained within the powerful Yantra are manifested first energetically and then physically, so as to solve the concern of you. Yantras, which aren’t energized using Vedic rituals or mantras, are just an interesting form of impressions, which have no real effect on time or circumstances in life. So, to invoke your spiritual doctor, AstroVed has exclusively designed some energized Vedic yantras for you!

Tune into the universal powers of transformation with specially designed engines of cosmic energy, which are practical and magical and provide the perfect environment for potential positive changes that you desire.