Mr. Uday Kulkarni
Panditjiseva, India
Title: The benefits of Homa in Vedic Astrology for fast recovery and healthy life
Biography
Biography: Mr. Uday Kulkarni
Abstract
Introduction: In Indian tradition there are so many ways to perform spiritual rights for daities, planets, etc., among which one is Homa. Homa is a Sanskrit word which relate with fire god wherein an oblation or any religious offering is made into fire. The fire is the agent between man and god and the offerings include those that are material and symbolic such as grains, clarified butter, boiled rice, some wooden sticks called as ‘Samidha’, seeds, etc. Indian Vedic astrology is an ancient science which is universal and timeless. The astrological charts have the capacity to indicate good or ill health. One should not underestimate the role of the planets in causing disease and suffering or indicating happiness and well-being. The ancient seers of India understood the close relationship between the laws of nature and mankind. Astrology is used as a diagnostic tool for Ayurvedic practitioners in the treatment of disease. According to some Vedic books like “Brihat Parashar Hora Shastra”, Homa is also used as ‘Shati’ for unfavorable and bad effects of Nakshatra or Yoga at the time of birth.
Objectives of Research Paper: The objectives of this study are to: 1) Discuss use of Homa in Indian Astrology for Precautions and remedy of various diseases; 2) According to Vedic Astrology, Yoga was found in natal charts which suggest different Homa and prayer, etc., for fast recovery and healthy life; and 3) Observe the effects of various Homa in curing diseases.