Essentials of Vedic Astrology Block 1: Static Horoscope
Lesson 1A: Celestial Mechanics

Lesson 1A: Celestial Mechanics








1) Our solar system, with the planets rotating on a particular plane.

2) The Celestial highway - the constellations which are on the same plane as our solar system that influence us. These fall within a range of 23.5°

3) The Lagna (rising sign) is the sign on the Eastern horizon at the time of birth.







4) Once the lagna is known, the house numbers of the other signs can be determined.

5) The chart is traditionally placed so the Lagna is on the top.


6) A traditional chart display showing house numbers


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Essentials of Vedic Astrology - Lesson 1A - Celestial Mechanics ©2006 Astrosalon p/l