Shani’s Name and Origins Shani, the god of Saturn, is named for his slow nature. Saturn is the furthest and slowest-moving among the classic planets—it crosses the entire zodiac in 29–30 years. His birth and early life are remarkable. His father was Surya, the Sun god…

In Jyotish (Vedic astrology), Venus is considered a feminine, earthy planet. Venus is known as the “Kalatra-karaka” — the significator of marriage partners and reflects one’s karma around love and relationships. Beyond romantic partnerships, Venus also symbolises vehicles, modes of transport, and sometimes even business partners. Because Venus is…

Shukra: The Wise and Compassionate Teacher The Mahabharata tells us: “The wise and learned Shukra, son of the great sage and progenitor Bhrigu Muni, is the deity of the planet Venus. By the will of the Supreme, he roams the three worlds in the form of a planet — bringing life…

In Jyotish (Vedic astrology), Jupiter is considered a masculine, fiery planet. It’s called the “gyana-karaka” — the significator of spiritual knowledge. In Jyotish, Jupiter is known as Guru, because this planet reveals a person’s karma in relation to their guru or spiritual teacher. 🔱 Spiritual Connection and Blessings…

Brihaspati: The Wise Teacher of the Gods The god of Jupiter is known as Guru or Brihaspati. The Puranas describe him as kind-hearted and wise, with a large, well-proportioned figure. He is merciful, compassionate, and skilled in all fields of knowledge. Brihaspati is the guru — spiritual teacher — of…