SriRangam temple has special significance in astrology, and is known as “Sukrasthalam,” meaning the place of Venus. Prayers to Lord Ranganathaswamy on Fridays, the day of Venus, can alleviate problems with one’s natal Venus, also known as “Venus Dosha.” Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world, covering an area on …
I interpret my first journey to India as an astrological pilgrimage that would confirm my cosmic identity as an astrologer through ritual, and expand my knowledge of astrology through study with revered masters. It was also a whirlwind introduction to some of the most important temples in India. Astrology and My First Pilgrimage in India …
” As you may have noticed, In this blog I try to steer away from India’s well known monuments and sights. India has so much to offer in the realm of architectural monuments and historical edifices, that I tend to focus on the lesser known offerings. I consider the Peruvudaiyar Koil, or Brihadeeswara Temple of …
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The Navagraha temples represent a unique blend of Hindu worship and Vedic Astrology, where each planet is worshiped at a separate shrine in a specific temple. As an astrologer, one of my dreams is to lead other astrologers on this pilgrimage to the Navagraha Temples around Kumbakonam in Tamil Nadu. The Navagraha Temples in Vedic …
