Amavasya and Sade Sati – Advanced Concepts in Vedic Astrology
The Amavasya and Sade Sati course by Pandit Katti Narahari explores two important subjects in traditional Jyotish: the astrological significance of birth on Amavasya and the effects of Sade Sati. The course examines these topics through classical astrological principles, horoscope analysis, Arudha Lagna, divisional charts and traditional remedial approaches.
1. Amavasya Birth and Tithi Doshas
This section explores Amavasya and its relationship with the surrounding lunar tithis—Chaturdashi, Amavasya and Pratipada. The course discusses the traditional doshas associated with these periods:
- Shukra Dosha (Chara Dosha): The second half of Chaturdashi.
- Brahmana Dosha (Sthira Dosha): The period of Amavasya.
- Surya Dosha (Dual Rasi): The first part of Pratipada.
Students study the astrological considerations associated with Amavasya birth and the houses influenced by Jupiter.
Jupiter and Amavasya Affliction
The course outlines three areas to examine when assessing Amavasya affliction in a horoscope:
- The houses lorded by Jupiter, as a primary consideration.
- The house occupied by Jupiter, also a primary consideration.
- The houses aspected by Jupiter, as a secondary consideration.
The discussion connects these principles with traditional remedial approaches.
2. Traditional Remedies for Amavasya
The course introduces remedies associated with the subject, including references to Shiva, Kali and Rama. It also discusses the traditional deities associated with the relevant tithis:
- Chaturdashi: Isha or Ishana, associated with Shiva.
- Amavasya: Pitṛs and Saptarishis.
- Pratipada: Agni, including the name Jatavedas.
These topics provide the traditional context for understanding the remedial principles presented in the course.
3. Understanding Sade Sati Through Arudha Lagna
The Sade Sati section examines its relationship with Arudha Lagna (AL), with particular attention to the positions twelve, one and two from Arudha Lagna.
Sade Sati and the 12th from Arudha Lagna
This section explores indications associated with losses and the planets aspecting the 12th from Arudha Lagna. The course discusses how these planetary influences are interpreted to understand the circumstances through which losses may arise.
The remedial discussion includes the mantra of the 12th lord from Arudha Lagna and Nila Shakti, with initiation noted as a requirement in the presentation.
Sade Sati and the 1st from Arudha Lagna
The course examines traditional interpretations involving image and reputation, increasing workload, recognition for work, and health-related considerations. The presentation also discusses remedies involving the mantra of the lord of Arudha Lagna.
Sade Sati and the 2nd from Arudha Lagna
This section covers wealth-related concerns, the emergence of chronic health issues and challenges involving marriage and relationships. The remedial topics include the mantra of the lord of the second from Arudha Lagna and Chandra mantras.
4. Sade Sati Across Divisional Charts (Vargas)
The final section extends the study of Sade Sati to divisional charts. Students are introduced to the method of examining Saturn’s transit with reference to the relevant sign in a Varga chart.
The presentation illustrates this approach using the Daśāṁśa (D-10), the divisional chart associated with professional life. For example, if the Moon is in Libra in the D-10 chart, the course advises examining Saturn’s transit with respect to Libra to interpret the professional implications discussed in the presentation.
A Traditional Jyotish Approach
The Amavasya and Sade Sati course brings together birth-tithi analysis, Jupiter’s role in Amavasya affliction, traditional remedies, Arudha Lagna-based interpretation and the application of Sade Sati across divisional charts. It is intended for students and practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of these subjects through the teaching framework of Pandit Katti Narahari and the Katti Jyotish Parampara.
