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Electional astrology is a branch found in most systems of astrology. Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems The history of Astrology encompasses a great span of human history and many cultures Astronomy is the oldest of the Natural sciences dating back to antiquity, with its origins in the religious, Mythological, and Astrological Astrology and astronomy are historically one and the same discipline ( Latin: astrologia) and were only gradually recognized as separate in western In Babylonia as well as in Assyria as a direct offshoot of Babylonian culture (or as we might also term it "Euphratean" culture Astrology takes its Persian Astrology has its roots in the Zend-Avesta parts of which are very similar to the Rig Veda The Chinese Zodiac is a 12 year cycle Each year of the 12 year cycle is named after one of the original 12 animals Hellenistic astrology is a tradition of Horoscopic astrology that was developed and practiced in Hellenistic Egypt and the Mediterranean, whose Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Sidereal astrology is the system of Astrology used by some Western and all Jyotish astrologers who base their interpretation around the use of the Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries This is an incomplete list of the different traditions types systems methods applications and branches of Astrology. Horoscopic astrology is a form of Astrology which uses a Horoscope, a visual representation of the heavens for a specific moment in time in order to interpret the Natal astrology, also known as genethliacal astrology, is the system of Astrology based upon the concept that each individual's personality or path in life can Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time Mundane astrology is the application of Astrology to world affairs and world events taking its name from the Latin word Mundus, meaning "the This is an incomplete list of the different traditions types systems methods applications and branches of Astrology. In western culture one can see remnants of this in ceremonies such as the cutting of a ribbon to open a new building. This is traditionally done at the auspicious moment for the building to come into use, which is considered its actual birth to the people who will utilize the space. A heavy importance is placed on this in modern Hindu culture, and therefore there is a large amount of information on this topic from that tradition.

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Hindu Electional Astrology (Muhūrta)

Electional astrology (called Muhurt or Muhūrta in Hindu astrology) concerns itself with finding the best time to do a particular activity. A part of Vedic astrology, this system proposes that the results of any action are based not only on who or how they are performed, but also when. This system takes in account the individual person, and the place where the action is performed to suggest the best time to perform the activity in order to get the best results possible.

The basis of electional astrology lies in the assumption that just as the destiny of an individual is governed by the state of the heaven when he was born, the outcome of the action also depends on the stars governing it.

The Vedic system of Electional astrology is more than a way to find out the best time to perform actions that you wish to gain fruit from. A Hindu ( Devanagari: हिन्दू is an adherent of the philosophies and scriptures of Hinduism, a set of religious, Philosophical It is a guide to life itself and suggests the best time to do not only the important, but even mundane rituals of life like shaving, bathing, etc.

Muhurtha uses the person's horoscope, mundane influences, omens, prevailing religious & social customs etc. , to suggest when the heavens are harmonious with an individual's desire and thus arrive on the best time to perform an action.

In Hindu system of electional astrology, electional astrology is distinct from horary astrology; having separate logics, rules, factors for consideration, application & utility, though the fundamental rules of astrology are applicable to both the branches. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Separate treatises are available on each of these two branches. Horary is predictive astrology while electional astrology is predictive, preventive & prescriptive in nature. Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time

Considerations in selection of an election

To arrive at precise (Sukshama) election for a specific activity, following main factors are considered :

Nativity of the aspirant, his name, birth ascendant, lunar sign (the radical Moon sign), lunar asterism, his status (social status, age, religion, cast), place where activity is to be performed, social & religious considerations. The ascendant ( or As) or rising sign, is the zodiacal sign and degree that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the specific time and location of an

Availability of universal purified time length, Panchang Shuddhi [suitable availability of fundamental five elements of Hindu ephemeris – day, asterism, half lunar day (Tithi), Karan & Yoga], Special Muhurt Yogas, selection of purified time (year, month, solstice, Lunar half, hora). Presence of special Muhurt Yogas (specific combinations of weekday, asterism, lunar day, asterism transited by the Sun etc. The Sun (Sol is the Star at the center of the Solar System. ) fortifies an election, which is hallmark of Hindu electional astrology. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Suitability of specific elements of Hindu ephemeris has been separately prescribed for specific elections. An ephemeris (plural ephemerides; from the Greek word ἐφήμερος ephemeros "daily" is a table of values that gives the positions of

Bright & luminous Moon lays foundations of an election. No good election is thought possible without detailed consideration of the Moon, as other planets gets strength from the Moon, & the Moon is mind of the election.

Absence of universal malefic / prohibited time like– junctional points (Gandantas), eclipses, solar ingresses into a new sign, Vishti Karan, Mahapaatas, Latta-Paata-Baana-Sangrahas- Kartari-Dash Doshas, malefic Yogas, blind / deaf signs-months-Tithis, combustion of Jupiter & Venus, etc. etc. ), malefic / poisonous Yogas (combination of astrological elements) the list is long to mention here all the factors.

Absence of malefic time for the doer – adverse transit of the Moon & significator of the event, adverse asterisms; adverse killer (Ghaata) ascendant-Tithi- day- part of the day- Yoga-Karan etc. The ascendant ( or As) or rising sign, is the zodiacal sign and degree that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the specific time and location of an

Favourable transits of planets for the native selected through various Hindu systems – like Gochar, Ashtakvarga, Vaam Vedha, Karam Vedha, auspicious asterism, Ansha Chakra, Sarvaobhadra Chakra etc. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English , favourable Dasha (Hindu progression system), Omens, portents, proper Swar (mode of breathing), incantation of Mantras & Vedic hymns. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation. Extensive rules have been laid down to fortify & purify the election chart & election ascendant. The ascendant ( or As) or rising sign, is the zodiacal sign and degree that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the specific time and location of an

The unsullied election – without any maleficence is the best but is rarely available. Next middling election, having more beneficence & less maleficence is used by specialist astrologer through his expertise after balancing the election & examining the antidotes. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets The election having lesser beneficence is used in emergency. In Hindu system, other styles of Muhurtas (elections) like Do Ghati Muhurt, Shivprokat Muhurt, Chaughadia Muhurt & Brihaspati Muhurtas are also in vogue. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English

Time range / limitations available to the doer, nature of activity – degree of its signification / importance. Some events are time bound like first feeding, Jaatakaram (propitiations just after birth) have to be initiated within specific time limit.

Antidotes: No election is feasible unless antidotes to the maleficence is available & the election is balanced by a specialist astrologer. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets He has to examine compliance to the laid down logics, purification of divisional charts; arriving at the precise moment to start the event for the best benefits of the aspirants explaining him the limitations & constraints, as perceived by the specialist astrologer. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets

Western system of electional astrology

It is a subsection of horary astrology that attempts to determine the ideal time to initiate an action, such as buying a house, starting a business, getting married, buying a car, beginning a journey/travel, or any other important moment in the native's life. Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time House generally refers to a Shelter or Building that is a Dwelling or place for Habitation by Human beings. A business (also called firm or an enterprise) is a legally recognized organizational entity designed to provide goods and/or services to NOTICE TO WOULD-BE ROMEOS ************** Travel is the change in location of people on a trip through the means of Transport from one location to another By drawing up a selection of horoscopes (also called natal charts or astrological charts) usually on a computer the astrologer then determines the merits of various dates, times and/or places and suggests those that will be most favorable in an astrological sense. In Astrology, a horoscope is a chart or diagram representing the positions of the Sun Moon planets the Astrological aspects, and sensitive angles In Natal astrology, a natal chart is a Horoscope /astrological chart drawn for the exact time of an individual's birth at a particular place on Earth A computer is a Machine that manipulates data according to a list of instructions. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets The horoscopes of the main protagonists will also be taken into consideration in most cases.

Depending on the type of action proposed, certain planets are considered stronger or more dignified in the astrological chart and others are "weaker" - for example, a strong or well aspected Venus will be considered good for romance or marriage, but not for military action such as an invasion, as Mars is supposed to suit much better for that purpose (see astrological signs for further discussion). A planet, as defined by the International Astronomical Union (IAU is a celestial body Orbiting a Star or stellar remnant that is The VENUS ( V ictoria E xperimental N etwork U nder the S ea project is a cabled sea floor observatory operated by the University NOTICE TO WOULD-BE-ROMEOS*************** A military is an Organization authorized by its Nation to use force usually including use of Weapons in defending its Country (or by attacking An invasion is a military offensive consisting of all or large parts of the Armed forces of one geopolitical entity aggressively entering territory Astrological signs represent twelve equal segments or divisions of the Zodiac. Traditionally one of the most important factors in determining what planet should be stongest when selecting propitious times to act are the planetary hours. The planetary hours are an ancient system in which one of the seven traditional Naked eye planets is given rulership over each day and various parts of the day In this system there are several favorable hours available for initiating any activity imaginable each day; and minimal calculations are required (not a complete horoscope).

One of the problems faced in this type of astrology is the determination of the exact time an activity begins. Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems For example, does a business begin with the decision to start it, the time at which certain documents are signed, or when it starts trading? It might be necessary to take the astrological charts for each of these events into consideration.

Common usages of electional astrology

Usage by astrologers of Western world

Probably the most widely used function of electional astrology in the Western world today (yet not often talked about) is to determine the exact moment when a marriage ceremony should begin and the vows are exchanged. The term Western world, the West or the Occident ( Latin: occidens -sunset -west as distinct from the Orient) can have multiple meanings NOTICE TO WOULD-BE ROMEOS ************** In electional astrology, the exact positions of the celestial bodies at the crucial first moments of the official relationship becomes eternally binding and is supposed to contain the "tenor" and "map" of the entire relationship in the future for as long as the union may last. s are significant physical entities, associations or structures which current Science has confirmed to exist in Space. It is especially popular amongst more progressive, spiritual, or so-called New Age couples, often being spread or advertised through word-of-mouth only. New Age ( New Age Movement and New Age Spirituality) is a Social Collective Phenomenon and a Spiritual Nature

In modern India, where Vedic astrology has become firmly entrenched in the culture of the local people over thousands of years, this form of electional strology is and was used for the vast majority of marriage ceremonies taking place, even into the present day. India, officially the Republic of India (भारत गणराज्य inc-Latn Bhārat Gaṇarājya; see also other Indian languages) is a country Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Culture (from the Latin cultura stemming from colere, meaning "to cultivate" generally refers to patterns of human activity and the symbolic Because arranged marriages are still very widespread in most parts of India, a couple's Astrological Compatibility (evaluated by examining each person's natal chart in relation to the other's in a process known as synastry) is often taken into consideration before a definitive arrangement and match is made, thus hypothetically increasing the overall stability and lovingness of the arranged marriage over the years. Arranged marriage (also called prearranged marriage) is a Marriage arranged by someone other than the persons getting married curtailing or avoiding the process Astrological compatibility ( synastry) is the branch of astrology that studies relationships by comparing natal horoscopes In Natal astrology, a natal chart is a Horoscope /astrological chart drawn for the exact time of an individual's birth at a particular place on Earth

Electional astrology is still used widely today in gardening and even in commercial farming operations, as is obvious if one has ever read the famed Farmer's Almanac, first began by Ben Franklin over 200 years ago. Gardening is the practice of growing Plants for their attractive flowers or foliage and Vegetables or Fruits for consumption This article is about the Farmers' Almanac; for a similarly titled publication see Old Farmer's Almanac. Benjamin Franklin ( April 17 1790 was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America. The almanac was (and still is) widely used across the World for planting/harvesting by the phases of the Moon. Lunar phase (or Moon phase refers to the appearance of the illuminated portion of the Moon as seen by an observer usually on Earth Plants and crops are believed to grow and flourish much better when initially planted under a waxing Moon because the Moon is increasing (i. Plants are living Organisms belonging to the kingdom Plantae. Agriculture refers to the production of goods through the growing of plants and fungi and the raising of domesticated Animals The study of agriculture Lunar phase (or Moon phase refers to the appearance of the illuminated portion of the Moon as seen by an observer usually on Earth e. growing) in light. Please see this website for extensive information on using electional astrology for gardening using the phases of the Moon.

During the Middle Ages, the Age of Exploration, and throughout much of recorded history, electional astrology was widely use in Old Europe and other areas across the globe to determine the most favorable, exact astrological moment for the launching of a ship going on a (usually long and dangerous) major journey by sea (and sometimes even by foot/horse) -- the "best moment for embarkation" was chosen so that the crew would accomplish their mission safely (whether it be trade, war, exploration, fishing, etc. The Age of Discovery or Age of Exploration was a period from the early 15th century and continuing into the early 17th century during which Europeans explored History is the study of the past particularly the written record Those who study history as a Profession are called Historians Etymology Old Europe is a term that was popularized in January 2003 after then-U Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems A ship /ʃɪp/ is a large vessel that floats on water Ships are generally distinguished from Boats based on size This article is about the body of water For other uses see SEA and Seas. ) and return home quickly.

With today's emphasis within astrological circles on the said person's personality/inner psychology and the development of their unique character, this type of astrology is somewhat out of fashion, but it is a widely acknowledged fact that the timing of many key events in the career of Ronald Reagan were recommended using electional astrology, by Nancy Reagan's personal astrologer Joan Quigley. Psychology (from Greek grc ψῡχή psȳkhē, "breath life soul" and grc -λογία -logia) is an Academic and Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems Nancy Davis Reagan (born Anne Frances Robbins on July 6 1921 is the widow of former United States President Ronald Reagan and served as an influential Joan Quigley (born April 10, 1927) of San Francisco, is an Astrologer best known for her astrological advice to the Reagan White House These astrologers were particularly used after the assassination attempt when she became nothing short of obsessed with her husband's personal safety. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets It finally became a major embarrassment, as it was disclosed that Nancy influenced the White House time schedule of her husband. See also Executive Office of the President of the United States The White House, formerly known as the Executive Mansion, is the Official residence Days were color-coded according to the astrologer's advice, being classified as "good" days, "neutral" days, or days that should be avoided. Many important speeches and key press conferences were scheduled according to the advice of the various astrologers that Nancy Reagan used. The White House Chief of Staff, Donald Regan (of no relation to her husband), finally became extremely frustrated with this regimen, causing a power struggle between Regan and the First Lady. Donald Thomas Regan ( December 21, 1918 &ndash June 10, 2003) was the 66th United States Secretary of the Treasury, from 1981 to 1985 The word regime (occasionally spelled " régime " particularly in older texts refers to a set of conditions most often of a Political nature Donald Regan resigned in 1987. Donald Thomas Regan ( December 21, 1918 &ndash June 10, 2003) was the 66th United States Secretary of the Treasury, from 1981 to 1985 Year 1987 ( MCMLXXXVII) was a Common year starting on Thursday (link displays 1987 Gregorian calendar) In particular, it is claimed that the dates of Reagan's inauguration as Governor of California and a Reagan-Gorbachev summit (December 8, 1987) were chosen by her. An inauguration is a ceremony of formal Investiture whereby an individual assumes an office or position of authority or power The Governor of California is the highest executive authority in the state government whose responsibilities include making annual "State of the State" addresses Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev ( Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachyov;; born 2 March 1931 in Privolnoye Stavropol Krai) is a Russian politician Events 1609 - Biblioteca Ambrosiana opens its reading room the second public library of Europe. Year 1987 ( MCMLXXXVII) was a Common year starting on Thursday (link displays 1987 Gregorian calendar) Nancy Reagan understandably became increasingly paranoid for her husband's safety after the assassination attempt and was said to use electional astrology much more than she had in the past after this traumatic event. AssassiNation is the sixth album by Krisiun, released in 2006 on Century Media.

Usage by ancient & present astrologers adopting Hindu Electional system

References are found in Vedic literatures about directions & usage of electional astrology primarily for evolution of human being in performing Samskaras. "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation. Samskaras are special Vedic sacraments & rituals, which remove evil qualities in the persons & inculcate good virtues. This article discusses the historical religious practices in the Vedic time period see Hinduism and Indian religions for details The man is cleaned of his sins & is shown a path of Moksha (relieving from cycle of births & deaths). He is purified of his sins & is given a new form through the rites & rituals prescribed in Vedas, Shrutis & Smritis. "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation. If you are looking for the singer see Shruti Haasan. For other meanings see Śruti (disambiguation. Smriti (Sanskrit स्मृति " that which is remembered " refers to a specific body of Hindu religious Scripture In Vedic era there were 48 Samskaras but subsequently only 16 were performed. The Vedic Period (or Vedic Age) is the period in the History of India during which the Vedas, the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, were being For attaining higher & higher degree of success & increase in measure of pleasure in life activities & especially purification of the mind, body & the soul, the Samskar sacraments are performed in auspicious election (Muhurt). The 16 Samskaras in the Hindu religion are :

Garbhadaan (conception), Punvasan (the sacrament to change sex of the embryo), Seemant (for safety of the foetus), Jaatakaram (to ward off evil effects of inauspicious birth time), Naamkaran (baptizing- to get name & fame), Nishkraman (taking the child first time out of the house), Mundan (tonsure), Annaprashan (taking grain for the first time), Upanayana (wearing the sacred thread), Karan Vedha (ear piercing), Veda Arambh (start of education), Keshanta (hair cut after completion of the education), Vrata Snaana – Vidya , Snaana, Marriage, Agniparigrah and Tretaagnisangraha. Subsequently usage of Hindu electional astrology was found in worldly life activities. It covers such activities which are performed generally once in life time. Certain activities of importance are repeatedly performed are also covered in electional system. For following main activities Hindu electional astrology is effectively used now -a- days:

Marriage related elections : Engagement, solemnising of marriage ruituals, first entry into husband’s house, first sexual union, cooking by bride, re-marriage, return to father’s house just after marriage, matching of horoscopes / compatibility in marriage.

Education related elections: Start of education of different types of education like : archery, architecture, astrology, cinematography, dance & singing, dance, Shaastra, gemology, grammar, handicraft, initiation of Mantras, law, foreign languages, mathematics, mechanics, medicine, music, instrumental music, painting, philosophy, religious, physical exercise, theater, Veda, painting). Astrology (from Greek grc ἄστρον astron, "constellation star" and grc -λογία -logia) is a group of Systems "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation.

Agriculture related elections : Sowing seeds, tilling, crop gathering, eating, new grains, entering into field, harvesting, irrigation, land, sale-purchase, manufacture, agricultural products, mustard oil extraction, plouging, seed storing, selling, agricultural products, storing agricultural products, water storing, gardening,

Female matters : Make up, ornamentation, decoration, first breast feeding, first feeding on milk wearing of new clothes & ornaments, stitching of new clothes, cradling of child, signification of start of puberty, bath after menses, first wearing of bangles, piercing of ears & nose, first feeding of grain, tailoring etc. Agriculture refers to the production of goods through the growing of plants and fungi and the raising of domesticated Animals The study of agriculture

Travel related elections: Beneficial time to start travel, Yogis in traveling, Omens in traveling, delayed start of traveling Return from journey.

Religion related elections: Religious discourses, oblation to fire (Havan), idol installation, idol making, initiation of Mantras, worship of fire etc. A Havan is a sacred purifying ritual ( Yajna) in Hinduism that involves a fire ceremony A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language

Animals related elections: Bringing up, their sale-purchase, castration, training, and hunting of different types of animals.

Cloth related elections: Manufacture wearing of clothes of different colors, dyeing, stitching, washing new clothes.

House related elections: Start of digging, foundation laying, start of construction, fixing of main door, entering into house, repair / white washing, obstructions to dwellings.

Medical treatment : Preparation of medicines, administration of medicines, bath after recovery, surgery, drinking, treatment of different diseases (bile illness, blood purification, gonorrhea, leprosy, phlegm disorder, taking purgative, poison taking, rheumatism, typhoid, vomiting, wind complaints, etc. )

Money matters: Burying / hiding, collection, money borrowing, money lending, opening of shop, printing currency, property division, shop opening, making a will, manufacture of different items, library, sculpturing.

Government & service matters: Coronation, wearing of crown, oath by head of state, oath taking by ministers, filing nomination paper for elections, relations between employer & employee. employing a servant, making application to employer, joining a service, making war, making a treaty, litigation, friendship making printing currency, manufacture of weapons, wearing of weapons, catching a thief, Inauguration of army, to see a king or high official etc.

The above list is not complete & exhaustive. In modern day applications, electional astrology is used extensively in filing nomination papers for elections, the taking of oaths by ministers, start of cinematography projects, release of motion pictures, and travel to foreign lands, performing marriage rituals, start of house & entry into the same. However, its most useful applications can be first feeding of child to ensure good food with dignity, conception of child to ensure birth of a prosperous & lucky progeny, felicitous marriage by careful examination of compatibility & selection of marriage related elections, spiritual development and purification by wearing of sacred thread, happy & prosperous living in new house by selecting beneficial time of its construction & first entry. NOTICE TO WOULD-BE ROMEOS **************

The usage of Hindu electional astrology is so vast and can find its application to any life activity, as the exponents have clearly laid down principles & rules for its application. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English The astrologer having studied the subject deeply can, with God’s blessings, use this most useful branch of Vedic astrology effectively. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English

Hindu vs Western electional astrology

Electional (Muhurt/ Muhurtha) astrology dictums in jyotisha / Hindu / Vedic astrology are found in Vedic literature, canonical books, and scriptures & in mythological books; which were primarily prescribed “for the good of all, for the gain of all” especially in conduction of religious rites & auspicious activities. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English "Veda" redirects here For other uses see Veda (disambiguation. Latter on their application was used in worldly activities including wars & battles. “Vasishtha Samhita” (see Notes & references - 11, 12 & 13) is one of the oldest treatises on Hindu system of electional astrology is believed to have been written by Sage Vasishtha one of the 18 divine Sages who have contributed to jyotisha / Hindu / Vedic astrology as per their traditions / bliefs. Vasistha ( Sanskrit: वसिष्ठ in Hindu mythology was one of the Saptarishis (Seven Great Sages Rishi) in the seventh i Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English The Vedic astrology has unbroken traditions of over several thousands years ago BC (see Notes & references - 1,2,3,4,5 & 6). There are numerous specific treatises exclusively on Hindu system of electional astrology gifted by exponents of Hindu astrology, who were specialist in the said field.

While Western electional astrology is of recent origin, and there is perhaps no exclusive book of ancient past on this most useful branch of astrology (see Notes & references No. 9). The Western astrology covers mainly the present day-to-day worldly activities (see Notes & reference No. 7, 8 & 9), while the ancient Vedic system deals more on the spiritual aspect of elections.

Both the systems are branches of horoscopy, and fundamental principals of horoscopy are applied in general, and the figure of Heavens drawn at the moment of initiation of the desired activity is the birth time of the event. Natal astrology, also known as genethliacal astrology, is the system of Astrology based upon the concept that each individual's personality or path in life can Natal astrology, also known as genethliacal astrology, is the system of Astrology based upon the concept that each individual's personality or path in life can Western electional astrology has been derived from Horary astrology, & general rules of the latter are applied, while Hindu electional astrology is distinct from Horary astrology and its specific rules are not applicable; but separate guidelines & rules are laid down in the treatises of Hindu electional astrology. Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time Hindu system opines that delineations based on horary has time limit (say up to seven years) to foresee the effects, but effects of election performed are permanent.

Universally accepted auspicious / benefic & prohibited time, Special Muhurt Yogas, suitability of the five Hindu ephemeral elements (Panchang), specific prescriptions for specific elections, different styles / modes of elections etc. Ephemeral things (from Greek εφήμερος - ephemeros, literally "lasting only one day" are transitory existing only briefly are special features of Hindu electional astrology which is fundamentally based on Lunar mansions (constellation occupied by the Moon). While in western system, emphasis in given on fortification of electional chart and event significator. In agreement to this, the Hindu system believes that election chart is body, the Moon is mind, the Sun is soul of the election; and a composite & holistic view is considered.

In Hindu system of electional astrology clear & consistent guidelines & rules for selection of suitable moment for elections have been dilated in length. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Nature, signification and effect of each element (weekday, Tithi, constellation, Yoga & Karan) of Hindu Panchang (ephemeris) has been clearly defined, along with their effects when the elements are concurrent. An ephemeris (plural ephemerides; from the Greek word ἐφήμερος ephemeros "daily" is a table of values that gives the positions of With the available guidelines, astrologer with his skill can arrive at an election for which detailed dictums / guidelines are not available.

Exponents of the Hindu system of electional astrology had mastered the branch as a special subject and have gifted a vast number of exclusive treatises on this most useful branch of astrology. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English They were specialist in electional branch and have spread vast knowledge. Such exponents have not dealt on the other branches of astrology. On the contrary, western astrologer have dealt election as a small part / chapter in their treatises. An astrologer practices one or more forms of Astrology. Typically an astrologer draws a Horoscope for the time of an event such as a person's birth and interprets Perhaps on record there have been no specialist electional astrologer in the anicient past in Western astrology. Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries

In both the systems, nativity, planetary strength & planetary conditions and status, critical degrees; as per their own system, is taken into account at the time of initiation. In Western system radical twelfth house is considered as the worst while in Hindu system eighth house from radical ascendant as well as radical Moon is prohibited. Western astrology is the system of Astrology most popular in Western countries Planetary day & hours are similarly considered. But some western astrologers consider planetary hours (Hora)as division of daytime & nighttime separately. Via Combusta, cazimi, Part of Fortune, Void of course Moon, the Moon’s applying & separating aspects; are some of features in western electional astrology which are not considered in Hindu system of electional astrology. Cazimi (also spelled Casimi, and sometimes called Zaminium) is a technical Arabic word meaning "heart of the Sun" or "in the heart of the In Astrology, the Arabian/Arabic parts or lots are constructed points based on mathematical calculations of three horoscopic entities such as

One of the subtle difference is that William Lilly opines cazimi planets to be “wondrous strong” and followers may thus select cazimi Moon (Solar eclipse period) in good elections; but as per Hindu election system it is shunned in all good elections & has no remedy. William Lilly ( May 1 ( OS)/ May 11 ( NS) 1602 – June 9, 1681) was a famed English Astrologer Cazimi (also spelled Casimi, and sometimes called Zaminium) is a technical Arabic word meaning "heart of the Sun" or "in the heart of the Cazimi Jupiter similarly may be selected in elections following principals of Western electional astrology, but is certainly prohibited in auspicious elections & rituals (like marriage, tonsure, wearing of sacred thread, start of education etc. Cazimi (also spelled Casimi, and sometimes called Zaminium) is a technical Arabic word meaning "heart of the Sun" or "in the heart of the NOTICE TO WOULD-BE ROMEOS ************** ) in the Hindu electional system, and it has no 'antidote'.

Both the systems agree that it is rarely feasible to have the best possible election chart all meeting the desired requirements, but Hindu system have unique mode to balance the electional chart by “antidotes”, for which enough guidelines are available.

For fruition of an initiated activity, election plays one part. The Hindu system directs aspirants for purification of mind & body, operation of proper mode of breathing, environmental purification by incantation of Mantras & Vedic hymns and oblation to fire, donations to poor, observation of omens & portents etc. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language An omen (also called portent or presage) is a phenomenon that is believed to foretell the Future, often signifying the advent of change etc. at the start of electional activity; for which separate guidelines are prescribed.

Hindu Electional Astrology and Use of the Days of the Week

It is believed by astrologers that one's desired work will be more successful if performed on the day relating to the qualities of the task being performed. The seven days a week system is prevalent throughout the world. Each day relates to a planet. Sunday to the Sun, Monday to the Moon, etc. This relationship of the planets to and the weekdays is found in multiple languages. Based on the nature & signification of the weekday (the planet ruling that day)certain activities are recommended.

Vedic or Indian astrology recommends detailed guidance as to which activity comes to fruition on specific weekdays. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English A week (also called sennight or sevennight) is a unit of Time longer than a Day and shorter than a Month. In the Hindu system, the days are calculated from Sunrise to Sunrise, which is distinct from the calculating the day from midnight. Here is a traditional list of activities considered more successful on the various weekdays.

Sunday- Sun: Coronation, government work, respects to the king, fire related works, weapon making & usage, war, bravery, service & employment, travel, thief, doctor, transaction of medicine, purchase of cows, bullocks & animals, gold-silver-copper-wood-works, bones-skin-hides, auspicious works, Yagya, teaching Mantras (Agni Mantras), religious discourse, music learning, woolen clothes, wearing of new clothes, mountains, stones, dessert, forest, trees, usage of forest items, snake, animal rearing & husbandry, food grain, trade. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language

Monday- Moon: Agriculture, farming, gardening, fragrant trees, lotus & flowers, milk, food, food-grains, sugar, sugarcane, raw sugar / molasses, Yagya, ornament making & wearing, silver, deer, sale & purchase of cows - buffaloes, gems-pearl & shells, conch-shell, singing & dancing- starting thereof, water related works, popular works, movable works, starting of education, night movements, benefit to mother’s brother, Brahmins, article causing phlegm, clothes, female related works, king, road. In Hinduism, Yajna ( Devanagari यज्ञ IAST yajña; also anglicized as Yagna, Yagya or Yadnya Brahmin ( Brāhmaṇa, sa ब्राह्मणः is the class of educators scholars and preachers in Brahminical Hinduism.

Tuesday- Mars: Killing, arresting, inciting insurgency, cruel works, piercing, army commanding, treaty, backing off treaty / agreement, fort, igniting fire, weapon, storing of war material, poison, lying, deception, thief, thievery, coral, gold related works & collection thereof, metal work, forest, night worker, doctor, ascetic / religious mendicant, treasurer, business of catching snakes, animal, trees with red coloured flowers, red colour items, works related to blood.

Wednesday- Mercury: Fine arts, literature-music- dancing & starting thereof; poetry, sculpturing, all type of art, theater, education, writing, spiritual learning, idol making, Mantra Kriya, meritorious works, marriage, friendship, starting of fast, holy bathing, trade, clever works, ordinary works, science, metal work, argument, intelligence, skill, ingenuity, messenger, physical exercise, collection of articles, juices & food grains, emerald, earth, clothes, fragrant articles. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language

Thursday- Jupiter : Auspicious works, Yagya, Havan, worshipping, peaceful religious works, fast, honoring the ancestors, temples, installing of idol, education, knowledge related works, learning in general, truthful works, wearing new clothes & trading thereof, ornaments, starting living in house, doctor, medicine, trading in medicine, physical works, health related works, physical works, development & expanding works, king, wealth, trees, gold, silver, elephant, horse, bullock, transport, travel. In Hinduism, Yajna ( Devanagari यज्ञ IAST yajña; also anglicized as Yagna, Yagya or Yadnya A Havan is a sacred purifying ritual ( Yajna) in Hinduism that involves a fire ceremony

Friday- Venus: Good for starting dance, music, singing painting; luxurious works, festivals, wearing new clothes & ornaments, friendship, sexual activities, artciles related to women, passion, sex, prostitutes, beds, fertility promoting, fragrance, comedy, laughter, cows, trade related to food grain & agriculture, farming, selling & purchase of land, sugar cane, juicy foods, gems, gold, silver, transport, lotus, earth, medicine.

Saturday- Saturn : Entering into new house & city, trading with deceit & forgery, telling lies, dreadful deeds, insurgency, works related to obstruction, trading of arms & ammunition, poisoning, bereft of courtesy, usage of iron & steel, arm & armory, dead, servant, debased person, old persons, thief, buffalo, camel, birds, trapping of elephant, stable works, profession related to capturing, collection of houses, departure, broken utensils, glass, stones, learning secret Mantras from Guru (Deeksha), service.

Logic for selection of weekdays

Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus & Saturn are the celestial bodies visible to the naked eye. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday are auspicious because they are ruled by a planet considered to a benefic. Sunday, Tuesday & Saturday in general are harsher and better for tough, cruel, or aggressive actions because these planets are considered as malefic.

The status of the planet ruling the weekday is also considered within the chart at the time of the event. Thursday, Friday & Sunday are more effective during the daytime; Monday, Tuesday & Saturday are more effective during the night-time while Mercury is effective both during daytime & night-time. Like this there are many other rules relative to the weekdays that are utilized by a practicing astrologer to pick a successful moment for a task to begin.

Constellations (Nakshatra) : application in Hindu Electional Astrology

The current constellation occupied by the Moon, and nature of the constellation form the fundamental of Hindu Electional Astrology Vedic ("Muhurta"). A nakshatra ( Devanagari: नक्षत्र or lunar mansion is one of the 27 or 28 divisions of the sky identified by the prominent star(s in them that the Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Constellations are grouped on the basis of their nature, type of their face, degree of their beneficence, their quarters in different signs, with reference to the constellation occupied by the Sun, with reference to the birth constellation (Janma Nakshatra), their caste etc. A nakshatra ( Devanagari: नक्षत्र or lunar mansion is one of the 27 or 28 divisions of the sky identified by the prominent star(s in them that the Some of the useful elections based on their nature as per Vedic / Jyotisha astrology is very briefly given below based on their fundamental nature:

A) FIXED (Dhruva, Sthira)CONSTELLATIONS:

Rohini, Uttara Bhādrapadā , Uttra Falguni, and Uttara Ashada

WORKS: Fixed & permanent nature, house, village, temple, entering in new hose-city-temple, religious works, rites for getting peace, propitiation of portents, Vinayaka Shanti, coronation, sowing of seeds, planting of small garden, starting of vocal music, friendship, sexual works, making & wearing of ornaments & clothes may be auspiciously begun / effectively performed. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Works allocated to delicate & friendly (Mridu) asterisms may also be performed.

B) MOVABLE ( Chal , Char ) CONSTELLATIONS:

Punarvasu, Swati, Sharavana, Shatabhishā & Shravishthā

WORKS : Related to motion & movement, riding on a vehicle or elephant, opening of shop, walking first time, walking in garden, sex, making jewellery, learning of a trait. Things performed in Small (Laghu) constellation are also effectively performed in the Movable constellations.

C) CRUEL ( Ugra, Karur ) CONSTELLATIONS:

Magha, Bharni, Porva Falguni, Poorva Shada, & Poorva Bhadra.

WORKS: Ambush, burning, poisoning (self & others), making & using weapons especially related to fire, cheating / deception / wickedness / craftiness, cutting & destroying, controlling of animals, beating & punishing of enemy. Works allocated to Sharp / Horrible (Darun) asterisms are also successfully done in these asterisms.

D) MIXED ( Mishra & Sadharan ) CONSTELLATIONS :

Vishakha & Krittika.

WORKS: Fire works, burning of sacred fire (Agnihotra), using poison, fearsome works, arresting, adulteration (mixing), donation of ox to get one’s desires fulfilled (Vrashotsarga). Works prescribed under cruel (Ugra, Karur) constellations may also be performed. As per N. S. works of Sweet / delicate & friendly (Mridu & Maitri) constellations can also be included.

E) SMALL (Laghu & Kshipra) CONSTELLATIONS:

Hasta, Abhijit, Pushya, and Ashvani.

WORKS: Selling, medical knowledge, using & handling of medicines, literature-music-art, the 64 Kala Shilpa (various arts, sculpture etc. ) jewellery making & wearing, sexual intercourse. And the works prescribed for Movable (Char) constellations. Though Abhijit is included in Small group of asterisms, but is rarely referred in the Muhurt prescriptions.

F) SWEET / DELICATE & FRIENDLY (Mridu & Maitri) CONSTELLATIONS:

Mrigashīrsha, Chitra, Anuradha and Revati.

WORKS: Starting & learning singing of songs, clothes & jewellery making & wearing, Manglik works, matter related to friends, female company, enjoyments, sexual passions.

G) SHARP & HORRIBLE ( Teekshan & Darun ) CONSTELLATIONS:

Jyeshta, Ardra, Ashlesha, and Moola.

WORKS: Charm or spell causing disease or death, hypnotism, sorcery; ghost, ambush, horror, capture, matters related to secrecy, backbiting, starting of quarrel, separation, matters related to friendship & breaking thereof, training & tying of animals, pleasure works, playing games, getting made & wearing of new dress & ornaments, starting & learning singing of songs, entering into village / city, peaceful & developmental works.

Extremely high auspicious Muhurtas in Hindu electional astrology

According to Vedic / Indian treatises on electional astrology three Muhurtas are held as most auspicious in initiating life activities. These are : Abhijit Muhrat, Sade-Teen Muhurt and Gau-Dhuli (12 minutes before and after the Sunset). Though these have been held as most auspicious in general but caution need to be exercised that their durations are not sullied by concurrent presence of inauspicious Yogas, universally accepted malefic time like eclipse and Ganadanta (junction points) etc, and adverse planetary transits for the doer etc. Further doers are cautioned to select the Muhurt properly as Abhijit Muhurt is suitable for worldly activities, and the Sade-Teem Muhurtas and Gow-Dhuli are suitable for auspicious and meritorious activities. Selection of an auspicious time is one of the highest skill of an electional astrologers but still the said auspicious Muhurtas can be effectively utilized when expert’s services are not available.

Sade – Teen Muhurtas

1st Tithi of Bright Half of Chaitra (starting of new year), 10th Tithi of Bright Half of Ashvina (Vijay Dashmi), 3rd Tithi of Bright Half of Vaishakha (Akshay Tritiya- Parshu Jyanti) & 1st Tithi of Bright Half of Karttika are called “Sade-Teen (3 ½) Muhurt”. The first three Tithis are counted as full & the last one as half Tithi, and constitute Sade - Teen Muhurt. These are among the most auspicious Tithis & auspicious (Manglik) deeds successfully fructify when started in these Tithis. It is held that there is no blemish during these Tithis. Meritorious activities (Punya Karma) such as recitation (Japa), penance (Tapa), donations, bating (Snaana), oblation to fire (Havan), burnt offering (Hooma) performed in this Tithi is extremely beneficial. Wearing sacred thread (Upnayana), marriage, ending of fast, house construction & entering thereof, travailing and plantation are prohibited during Akshay Tritiya as this Tithi is Yugadi Tithis; which was prevailing during start of Treta Yuga.

Abhijit Muhurt

Abhijit Muhurt is a powerful election as per Hindu astrology. Exponents of Vedic / Hindu electional astrology have prescribed Abhijit Muhurt (election) as on of the most powerful election & has general acceptance of exponents for initiating a wide spectrum of life activities, especially for fruition of worldly activities. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English Its Puranik name is ‘Abhijit or Kutup Muhurt’. This election (Muhurt) is also called ‘Swami Tithiyansha’, ‘Vijay Muhurt’ & ‘Chaturlagna’. It is ruled by Abhijit (Vega 19) asterism, a benefic one.

It has power to annihilate / destroy numerous malevolent influences in elections. However, its efficacy is enhanced by presence of special Muhurt Yogas, prescribed beneficial Hindu ephemeris (Panchang) elements, luminous Moon, fortified & purified ascendant, specific disposition of election related planets, favourable transits of the planets to the aspirant etc. An ephemeris (plural ephemerides; from the Greek word ἐφήμερος ephemeros "daily" is a table of values that gives the positions of The ascendant ( or As) or rising sign, is the zodiacal sign and degree that was ascending on the eastern horizon at the specific time and location of an etc. This election is that powerful that some exponents have praised to the extent that when a suitable election is not available, it can be selected for fruition of the desires.

This election is as or similarly powerful as Vijay Dashmi, Ravi Yoga, Sade-Teen Muhurt, Sarva-Karya-Arambha Muhurt, Gow-Dhuli, and Vijay Muhurt & Amrit Ghatis for initiating a wide spectrum of life activities.

Abhijit Muhurt starts from 24 minutes before the Local Noon Time (LNT) & remains till 24 minutes thereafter (total duration 48 minutes) for 12-hour duration of daytime. For variable length of daytime its duration should be calculated proportional to non-nocturnal (daytime) length. Proportional election time (total duration) of this election is 15th part of the daytime length. Thus at a place of activity on a given day the election shall be current during:

LNT ± [(proportional election time) ÷ 2]

=[(Sunset time + Sunrise time)÷2] ± [(Sunsettime - Sunrisetime)÷ 30]

For example if Sunrise is at 07. 00 GMT & the Sunset time is 18. Greenwich Mean Time ( GMT) is a term originally referring to mean solar time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London 00 GMT at a place of an activity then, its total duration shall be 44 minutes (11 h ÷2 = 44 m). Local Noon Time shall be 12. 30 GMT. The said election time shall start from 12. 08 & ends at 12. 52 GMT (12. 30 ± 22 m).

In the corresponding duration during night-time, equally auspicious election prevails which is called ‘Brahma Muhurt’. Most of the authoritative writers have eulogized this Muhurt as suitable to initiate all types of works, & as the most powerful & efficacious Muhurt capable of removing plurality of maleficence (Doshas).

Lord Shiva killed a powerful demon named Tripurasur in this Muhurt. This Muhurt has blessing of Lord Vishnu who destroys innumerable Doshas with His Sudarshan Chakra during the currency of this Muhurt. Aspirants (not having in-depth knowledge of Muhurt astrology) may select this powerful election for day-to-day life activities without going into intricacies of the knowledge regarding election & ephemeris.

Exceptions : But this powerful Muhurt is not suitable for auspicious / sacraments (Manglik activities like marriage, Upanayana etc. ) functions on Wednesdays, as it forms a malefic Muhurt. Further travel in the South direction should be refrained during this powerful election.

Some exponents have advised that ± 4 minutes of time (total 8 minutes) from the junction of forenoon & after-noon (mid-day), and also the first & latter part of night (mid-night - Mahanisha) are malefic & should be refrained in a benefic Muhurt (elections). Thus aspirants should not use this election during LNT ± 4 minutes.

Readers shall find that some of the countries whose birth took place in the said election have thrived & progressed merely by virtues of this powerful election.

Phonetical Astrology (Swar Shaastra) - its significance in electional astrology

Swar Shaastra – is a unique oriental knowledge based on breathing and speech. Sound is one of the most effective energies playing leading role in interpersonal and spiritual development. The exponents of jyotisha /Hindu / Indian astrology had mastered this knowledge and had gifted numerous treatises (Shiv Swarodaya, Samarsaar, Narpatijacharya, seven Yamalaas) on this subject. Jyotiṣa ( Sanskrit jyotiṣa, from jyótis- "light heavenly body" also spelled Jyotish and Jyotisha in English However, subtleties of its usage and application are still kept highly secret. It has been held that for maximum possible success in a venture, assistance from harmonious sound is essential.

As opined by exponents of Hindu electional astrology, electional astrology is not merely selecting a suitable moment through astrology, but ensuring that harmonious / beneficial environment prevails through incantation of holy sound / Mantras and the aspirant has the right mode of breathing to attain highest feasible success in the venture. A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language This highly developed branch of knowledge has fundamental role in spiritual evolution of human being through various mode of breathing (Pranayam & Yogas), incantation of Mantras and fine art of music. Yoga ( Sanskrit: योग, IAST: yóga, joːgə refers to traditional physical and mental disciplines originating in India, to the A mantra ( Devanāgarī मन्त्र (or mantram is a religious or mystical syllable or poem typically from the Sanskrit language Its derived applications are found in selection (election) of suitable time for initiation of life (and also day-to-day) activities based on name of person; judging compatibility among persons; using suitable style of breathing while initiation of specific activity; horary astrology, and providing vital assistance in clinching the issue; independent mode to decipher future; selection of breathing mode for health maintenance and removal of illness; enchantment of persons. Horary astrology is an ancient branch of Horoscopic astrology by which an astrologer attempts to answer a question by constructing a Horoscope for the exact time It is a subject in itself and its application in electional astrology is very briefly given for delight and benefit of aspirants.

There are three modes of breathing, viz, flow from left nostril, flow from right nostril & flow from both the nostrils. The last mode is generally for a short duration when breathing switches from left to right & vice versa. Mode of breathing can be checked by examining air flow while exhaling. When breath is flowing from both the nostrils, the time is beneficial for worshipping & devotional activities only; all other activities must not be then initiated. Following are some of the specific activities which should be initiated when left or right nostrils are active. Some activities are listed under both the modes, which the aspirant may select based on the functional / piousness of the activity. In general for pious activities are initiated during currency of left nostril.

Activities recommended during running of left nostril:

It is beneficial / auspicious in long distance travels; charity; donation; wearing of clothes and ornaments; treaty & agreement; installation of God’s idol; practicing Yoga; oblation of fire for peace; worshipping; marriage; administering of medicine, treating of difficult illness, removing poison; starting of education-singing-dancing-playing musical instruments; discussion on dance - drama; stationary & fixed works; entering into house - city - village; coronation, seeing king (high official, master, employer); sweet & friendly activities, making friends; auspicious deeds; teachings; initiation of Mantras; leaning of futurity knowledge; collection of domestic items - wealth & grains; starting of water tank-pond-well; peaceful & developmental works; trade (give & take by the hand presenting the mode of breathing); agriculture works, sowing seeds, buying agricultural land.

Activities recommended during running of right nostril:

Currency of breathing through right nostril is auspicious / beneficial for performing accurate & difficult works; writing alphabets; learning and practicing use of arms and weapons; destruction of enemy war, attack, encounter; enmity; inflicting punishment; breaking / splitting; gambling; bathing; taking food; sleeping; sex, visiting women & prostitutes, enchanting females, attracting others; creating fear, cruel works; short distance travel; entry into house; boarding ship / big boat; drinking intoxicants, administration of poison, removal of poison; usage of Mantras; study of holy books; study & teaching of difficult & destructive branches of knowledge climbing mountains & forts; riding on horse / elephant and transports; physical exercise; sale of animals; crossing pond-river; taking medicine; giving donations; sale-purchase; grinding of bricks-stones-wood-metals; conduction of ‘Six-Works’: “beating, charming, hindering, enmity, vexing & subduing”.

Aspirant user of this knowledge must change mode of breathing suitably at the time of initiating specific desired activity. When left nostril is working, body gets cooled; while right nostril is working, the body gets heated up. Most of the practicing electional astrologers have observed that compliance to the dictums of Swar Shaastra is more efficacious than omens.

Books on electional astrology

Books on western electional astrology

Classical treatises / books on Vedic / Hindu electional astrology

Following is list of the treatises on Vedic / Hindu / India electional (Muhurt / Muhurtha astrology. Election has also been dealt in other books but these are exclusive books on the subject. Electional astrology has also been dealt exhaustively / partly in some of the Samhitas whose list is also appended. These books are in Sanskrit, but those available in English translation or commentary are marked as * & in bold letters.

Classical treatises / books on Vedic / Hindu Phonetical astrology

Notes and references

[1] Florida Vedic College

[2] " A Brief History of Astrology" by Dr. Jai Maharaj

[3] - "Astrology and Religion Nexus - see Hinduism & astrology

[4] "History Vedic Indian Astrology Hindu Astrology Branches of Astrology"

[5] "American College of Vedic Astrology" - Explore & learn about Vedic Astrology.

[6] - a tribute to a Vedic astrologer.

[7]- Astrology books: Horary and electional, page 1; Describes contents of electional activities covered in four famous books on Western Electional astrology.

[8] - Title index; no details of any Western electional astrology book of BCE era.

[9] "Electional Asrology" by Vivian B Robson - (p-3) ". . . for no book on Electional Astrology has ever before been published, . . . "

[10] - Sage Vasishtha - author of many treatises on Yoga, Spiritrulism & Vedic astrology, according to Hindu Mythology.

[11] - "Vasishta head" - found to be around 3700 B. C.

[12] - era in which Sage Vasishtha existed

[13]-"Vasishtha Samhita" - One of the most ancient treatise on Vedic Electional astrology, written in pre Vedic era.

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