What is a Kundli?
A Kundli (also known as Janam Kundli, Janampatri, or Birth Chart) is a detailed astrological chart created based on your exact date, time, and place of birth. It is a celestial map that captures the positions of planets, stars, and other astrological elements at the moment you were born.
Key Elements of a Kundli
- Lagna (Ascendant): The rising sign at the time of birth, indicating your personality and life path.
- 12 Bhavas (Houses): Each house governs different aspects of life such as health, wealth, career, relationships, etc.
- Navagrahas (Planets): Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, Ketu – each with unique influences.
- Rashis (Zodiac Signs): The twelve signs from Aries to Pisces, each with distinct characteristics.
- Yogas & Doshas: Special planetary combinations that can bring fortune or challenges.
- Dasha & Transit: Planetary periods and movements that affect timing of events in life.
Why is Kundli Important?
- Reveals your strengths, weaknesses, and unique potential.
- Predicts important life events: marriage, career, health, finances, and more.
- Helps in making informed decisions and planning for the future.
- Identifies planetary afflictions and suggests remedies.
- Essential for Kundli Milan (compatibility check) in marriage.
Types of Kundli
North Indian Kundli
The chart is diamond-shaped and houses are fixed, while signs rotate. Popular in Northern India.
South Indian Kundli
The chart is square-shaped and signs are fixed, while houses rotate. Common in Southern India.
Western/Chalit Chart
Used for advanced analysis, especially for planetary degrees and house cusps.
Components of a Detailed Kundli
- Planetary Positions: Exact location of each planet at birth.
- House Lordships: Which planet rules each house in your chart.
- Yogas & Doshas: Important combinations like Raj Yoga, Gaj Kesari Yoga, Manglik Dosha, Kaal Sarp Dosha, etc.
- Dasha System: Major and minor planetary periods that influence life events.
- Ashtakavarga: A system to analyze the strength of planets and houses.
- Divisional Charts (Vargas): Deeper analysis using charts like Navamsa (D9), Dashamsa (D10), etc.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kundli
How is a Kundli prepared?
A Kundli is prepared using your birth date, exact time, and place. Astrologers use this data to calculate planetary positions and create your unique birth chart.
Can Kundli predict my future?
Kundli provides insights into life patterns, strengths, challenges, and favorable periods. While it cannot predict every event, it helps you understand likely trends and timing.
What if my birth time is unknown?
Even if the exact time is not known, astrologers can use Prashna Kundli (Horary astrology) or rectify the time using major life events.
What is Kundli Milan?
Kundli Milan is the process of matching two birth charts to assess compatibility for marriage, considering factors like Guna Milan, Manglik Dosha, and planetary positions.
Are remedies possible for Doshas?
Yes, Vedic astrology offers various remedies such as gemstones, mantras, pujas, and donations to reduce the negative effects of Doshas.
Our Kundli Services
- Personalized Kundli Analysis & Birth Chart Reading
- Online Kundli Preparation
- Marriage Compatibility (Kundli Milan)
- Dasha & Transit Predictions
- Remedies for Doshas (Manglik, Kaal Sarp, etc.)
- Gemstone & Mantra Recommendations
- Divisional Chart Analysis (Navamsa, Dashamsa, etc.)