has studied M.A. Indian Culture and M.A. Astrology. He has published 20 articles in Telugu and edited and published Four Unpublished Palm Leaf Manuscripts in Telugu language. He is deeply interested in bringing out rare manuscripts translated into English for the benefit of astrology lovers worldwide. Saptarishis Astrology honors the spirit of Shri Raghavendra Rao.
Arudhasthadyayi Known as Gautama Samhita Part 1
Author Veluri Subramanya Sashtri
Translated In English By Raghavendra Rao, India. A Mission Saptarishis Initiative
[Shri Madura Krishnamoorthy Shastriji has used Gautama Samhita verses extensively in his commentary of BPHS. His chapter on arudha was translated in English from Telegu and published in Saptarishis Astrology with his desire that the secrets of Arudha go out to the English readers. It is only after his work got published in Saptarishis Astrology, we & the world got an eye opener that there is something like Gautama Samhita which deals only with Arudhas, before that it was not known. After the translation we embarked on procuring this ancient text called Gautama Samhita, the original author of it is unknown, some say it was Gautam Rishi, yet one does not know for sure. We spoke to the great scholar Maduraji and he confirmed that it is Gautama Rishi, when asked upon the period of this text he was unable to ascertain it due to lack of facts before him. He further said that when Rajayogas are present in the chart this work Gautam Samhita is to be relied upon. As to how we got this photocopied out of print version of Gautam Samhita, the Late legendary astrologer Subba Rao gave a copy of it to Shri Surya Venkat Laxmi Narsimha Sarma, who in turn passed it on to Ravindra Bhagavat who in turn passed it on to SA. It was scanned by Manohar Mulchandani so that Shri Raghavendra Rao could translate it from Telegu to English. devanagari lipi conversion, he has first typed in Telugu Script and then transliterated it into Devanagari with the help of leap office software, so if some errors have cropped in kindly do inform us. For the translation of the shlokas it was in Telegu lipi and that has been properly translated in English. This work first came in print form in 1934 and now in 2011 it comes in English for lovers of astrology after 77 years. The efforts of all concerned be appreciated and may Gautama Rishi bless those who willingly and unwillingly helped in getting this work out. The final thanks must be given to beloved Raghavendra Rao who is a jewel among astrologers for finishing the translation of all the chapters in a record 30 days whereas others would minimum have taken 300 days. There is a saying when you have knowledge you want to give it out to the world instantly without holding it back for the right dasa or transits and this Shri Raghavendra has demonstrated. The work of a Rishi has no copyright or royalty and we could have removed the foreword & introduction yet we must pay homage to Star Astrological Research Centre who in 1934 first brought it out, thereby preserving the Rishis work. One must read this work while simultaneously reading the out of print book Arudha System of Prediction by Late C S Patel (read only the verses translation) along with the translation of BPHS-Arudha Chapter by Maduraji as published in previous issues of Saptarishis Astrology to gain a firm hand on arudhas. Another good work of super fine application of arudhas is by Dinesh Mathur that can be found in his books. There are many who teach arudhas usage on internet forums and Jaimini Certificate Programs from India, they do good work in creating good digestable material for the common student, yet they are ridiculed by their critics for being unable to quote even one authentic ancient work on arudhas, may this fill that void and extol them back to their thrones.- SA]
Foreword
Sri Vidya publishers published Telugu translated version text named "Goutama Samhita" which follows the Jaimini System of Astrology, after critical examination by Pundits (Scholars) on 18th January 1934. The Publishers expressed their opinion that another book was also published in the same title and after critical examination of that book, the present volume is comparably better in voluminous in the sense of having more verses and in more orderly manner, the publishers went in for the present publication. In a way it is a daring act that the present volume of Goutama Samhita which follows the Jaimini System of Astrology propounded by Parasara Maharshi we published the present volume. It is of immense use to the present day astrological community to study Jaimini Astrology, as well as Goutama Samhita We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Sri DLN Murthy for providing the book from his archives.
Vemuri Satyanarayana Sarma Star Astrological Research Centre
The Science of Astrology has got a firm place established in the hearts of the people across the globe from time immemorial. A mind which is pure cannot but admit that the greatness of our ancestors is simply admirable.
As it is our Dharma to possess knowledge about ancient texts, which direct us towards the right path; the present book Goutama Samhita is a step in that direction. The entire book describes Raja Yoga with reference to Aroodha pada. The Arudha pada is defined beyond doubt here. The book does refer to arudha pada and Asta arudha as they are beyond the scope of the book. Because of the reasons that the third and the sixth labha is referred to and sarva pada malika is also referred to. It seems that we have to infer the 12 padas. Even in the 12 arudhas the signs are described only for Lagna, Kosa, Vahana, Mantra and Rajya, upapadas. This may be due to the reason that these are very important with reference to Raja Yoga or these are to be used at many places. It is clear from the various opinions in this book that the word pada is not used in the context of labha. So it is not logical that in the Labha Arudha Sammelana Asta padas are used. Also as the Dhara pada also is not used; the Astha pada does not seem to be have been considered at all. So, it may not be appropriate to bring in the opinions of other texts which deal with the Astha pada, what are the Astha pada that they deal with in these texts are explained in detail in those texts. In the present text, the different Raja Yogas, like laghu yoga special yogas, Maha Raja Yogas, Yogas relating to Wealth, Vehicles and Yogas of Bhaya are dealt with. In this exercise, not only the Arudha pada; but Karaka and other signs are also considered. In refining this Goutama Samhita many books in Andhra Pradesh are examined. Page lost I am much indebted to Sri D.Venkataramaiah D.S.C who extended the assistance of many kinds. I also offer my deep felt gratitude to Sriman Medepalli V.Ramacharyulu, who is principal of College, Dept. of Telugu and Sanskrit, who is poet of the Durbar of The Maharaja of Vijayanagaram and who is a Mahopadhaya.
V.Subramanya Sastry Gunupudi Bheemavaram West Godavari Dist Dated: 18-01-1934
Goutama Samhita Index 1. Method of Performing Pooja 2. Deciding strength 3. Interpreting Rajayogas 4. Rajayogas 5. Special Rajayogas 6. Normal Rajayogas 7. Dhana-Vahana Yogas 8. Special Dhana Yogas
One who is capable in Pooja Vidhana (i.e, System of Worshiping according to Agama Sastra). One who respects his parents, Scholars and God, one who follows manava dharma, enjoys the Royal Comforts on the Earth.
Sage Sri Suka said that who worships sakala devatas (All deities) is a king. (Here king means not only the ruler, in modern days it means one who enjoys the Royal Comforts)
To please Lord Parameswara the following items are to be given as Dana (donation): Pumpkins, Cows, Cultivation Land, Oxes, Horses, Salagramas, sesame akshatas, oil, Jaggery, Ghee, Metals, Amlafruits, Brassmetal, Gold, neredu fruits (Jamboo Phala), and flowers.
The following items are to be donated to Brahmanas, Provisions, Money, spicy items, (such as beetle nuts, beetle leaves, yelachi, pepper, etc.,) fruits, flowers, cots, Gold, Silver.
Chariots (in modern days vehicles), Horses, Elephants (in modern days means of transport) Houses for dwelling, Jewels, chandana, tamboolam (sandal and betel leaves, betel nuts, etc., for chewing) are to be donated to Brahmanas.
At the time of worshiping the respective Dasalord, the pooja for the respective planet (Graha), Dana, Dharma, Japa are to be performed. Gems, cereals, jewelry, items relating to the respective Dasalord are to be donated to a poor Brahamana as explained in the following verses.
The King is respected for his greatness, power, valor, wealth etc., he will gain sarva karya siddhi, skills to win over enemies, and gains name fame and good health, if he worships with utmost bhakti and according to his capacity.
At the time of Dasa Periods the following are to be donated as Danam to the poor persons who are in need and below poverty line for the anugraha of the planets. Brass metal vessels, Copper, Land, Gold, Green cloths, silver, piece of metal, spices, perfumes, lead, tin,
One of the following Gemstones are to be donated as Dana to a Poor man who is having family. .-... - Ruby; -..|++ - Pearls; .||| - Coral; -.+. - Emarald; .... - Topaz; ..-.|. - Diamond; .|. - Sapphire; ..-.|.+ - Opal; .. - Beryl;
-.-.:. (which means the items used to perform a Homa i.e., various types of Samidhas (dried sticks of respective trees), Ghee, Fruits, Cloths, etc.,) payasam(Kheer), .+ ...|. (which means rice cooked with Jagiree) -.|.. (cooked rice mixed with Boiled Milk) ... (coocked Rice mixed with thick Curd) . .. (item cooked with mixed raw rice and raw Dhal) |..|-.... (Cooked rice + raw sesame) rice mixed with Blackgram; Blackgram, |....-. (means Puliyodarai) are to be donated to Brahmanas as Dna in addition to this Dakshina and Tamboolam (Money according to capacity or according to santi and tamboolam means betel leaves, betel nuts, fruits, flowers etc) should be offered to Brahmanas.
Umbralla, Fan made with palm leaf, (to modern days electrical fan/cooler), Weapon (kinfe), Chair, Vehicle, Cot, Perfumes, different types of cloths are to be donated as Dana.
16. .-. . -.|.|-. ... |..-. + +||.... ... -.-. + .-. -.. .-... .|.+-.-. + +.-.+.+.|.|. .-.++ As suggested by Munis (seers) the following are said in Sastras - Good name and fame, Money, Power, valour, courage, Rajya (Country for ruling), comforts, etc being extended like Kalpavriksha.
:|..|.. .-.|.|.....-. .....:.. ..-..... The First Chapter containing Pooja Kramam is concluded
Note: In this Chapter as said in Sloka-4 the Dana items are to be donated starting from Suryadi Navagrahas respectively. If each is repeated 18 in number of items. The items mentioned in 5th and 6th slokas starting from Ravi to Rahu. Likewise as said in slokas 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 - Japa, Homa, Dana, Archana, the items should be donated to please the Navagrahas starting from Ravi respectively. If these items used by the Receiver the respective planet will be pleased. In this Book this chapter is not discussed in depth and in detail as such a separate note is given at the end of the chapter (atleast to understand to some extent). The Critics are requested to observe sensitively.
In several ways 'padas' which means 'its signs' were told for several reasons, as such its predictions were told in several methods. Union, Graha Dristi, were formed for the purpose of ascertaining the predictions by the Astrologers.
(+|.-... in another manuscript |.-..) From ancient works Arudha Lagna is known as - |.-... -Vijnana; .. Purva; |.|. - Vidhi; .-.. - vyanjanam; . Padam; |.|-.-. - Nimittam; -..-. - Bhavam; -.-. Rupam; ..-. Nama; .-. pradesam; .- - Arudham were told by Yavanas.
The following words are synonyms for Upapadam used by ancient scholars in their astrological works: .|.-.-Prathiba, .-.-Charama, ... Prastham; ... Padantam; . Anantyam; ..|.+-. Padadhikam; ....-. Avasanam; -... Upantham; ...|.+ Purvadhikam; ...- Pratharudham.
The following words are synonyms for ..-King, |.+.-Powers, . -War, .-. -country, -...-comforts, ..-wealth, -... -character, |.-..-health, wealth, name and fame. -... - knowledge, |-.... in the ancient days as said by the Munis and seers.
The following are related to Navama Bhava i.e., the ninth house - |.-....|-.- extraordinary wealth, .-.:- sufficiency, -...-wealthy, -.-generous, .-.-to hold Dharma, .+ .-punyam, .-Teacher, +|.--last/least, |.- strict concentration , .. - penance.
Astrologers opined that Predictions made based on the positions of the planets are better, than the strength of planets decided based on its position in terms of degrees which have moved forward.
Based on the strength of the planets which are placed in their own signs Maharaja Yogas were predicted. The Planets in 'neecha' debilitation, 'satrusthana' enemy place, 'vakrantha' at the end of retrogression, were indicating its poor strength, does not give Raja Yogas.
It's of no use if a Dana is extended to man who is not eligible to receive it. As such the planets positioned in combust, in enemy sign, in debilitation, defeated in grahayuddha, are not capable of giving Rajayoga.
Though three Yogakaraka planets have no strength, are giving wealth (Bhagya). when four are in such positions gives lesser wealth, if five are in such position will give Rajayoga in full with Sowbhagya, afterwards basing on the positions the planets gives yoga lakshanas only.
While explaining naisargika bala the following planets have full strength if Mercury is in Exaltation, Jupiter, Venus, and Moon are in Subhamsas.
15. .-...... . . .... . |.... .. ...-... :.-... ..+-.+. ++ The Planets in Paramocha gives complete good (favourable) results during their dasa periods, however the planets in exaltation (ucha) gives normal results only.
(* Phalam / Balam in one Manuscript it is said as Phanam in another said as Balam) The Planets in their Swasthana (own sign) gives 75% results / has 75% strength. The Planets in mitrasthana (friendly sign) gives 50% results / has 50% strength, The Planets sama Sthana (equal signs) gives 1% results / 1% strength, The Planets in satru sthana (enemy's sign) gives no results / have no strength.
The Planets in Adhi Satru Rasis have no Kala, The planets in Satru Rasis have 5 Kalas, The planets in Swasthana have 30 Kalas, The planets in Swocha have 30 Kalas, The planets in paramocha have 60 Kalas are indicated.
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The naisargikabala calculated based on 'padas', the strength of temporary relations, qualities of combination, aspects of the respective strength of bhavas and in addition to this the kalabala worked out are to be taken into consideration while making (phala nirnaya) predictions.
The Yavanas said that the lord of lagna in a chart occupy a house, the sign which is counted from him, in the same number as he is from the lagna is known as 'Lagna Arudha' e.g., Lagnadhipathi in 3rd to three rasis is 5th house will be 'lagna arudha'. If panchamadhipathi is in 8th means from there 8th house is lagnath saptama rasi is 'Mantrapada'
Note: in the Example we have seen that Panchamadhipati in 8th from panchama (say Simha Lagna - 5th Lord Ju in Karkataka)
ascertain the planets from their sthanas posited which is counted from them, in the same number as they are from their sthanas are called 'Arudha' e.g., Mesha Lagna - Chandra in 6th from Mesha - The Vahana Arudha falls in Vrichika rasi. i.e., in 8th House.
Note: for easy understanding (this is not in the original text) To fix the Arudhana Sthana follow the following three Steps Step-1 Go to the respective Sthana from Lagna Step-2 Count the Number of Signs from the Sthana to Sthanadhipathi where posited. Step-3 Again go forward the same number of signs from the respective sthanadhi pathi and fix the respective 'Arudha'.
The respective Digbala related, Uchabala, specific quality of bala related to pada, +.|.+ relation, aspect of Sukra to respective Bhava of the sthanadhipati are leading to give good results.
If a native is born in a Backward Community with the above qualities in his Chart will become -.:...|-., (Thasildar), |-.-..|.+.| (Jailor). If born in Kshatriya Community he has the kingly qualities viz., courage, valor and wins over the enemies and has Elephants and Horses.
If Five padadipatis are combined with Bhagyadipathi and posited in Vahanapada (or) in Dasamapada the native(s) leads Royal Life with Mangala Prada (auspicious) Elephants, Horses, Senadhipathis (Commenders) with courage, and enjoys Samastha Ayswarya, Bhagya, Vaibhava and with royal comforts of Chatra, Dhwaja, Chamara and not only with the above comforts the native will have good name and fame in all over the directions.
A native who has the seven Arudhas in a continuous row, is served by Servants i.e, Dasa Dasis, and enjoys all Royal Comforts, and have elephants, white umbrellas, courageous army, chariots, cavalry etc.,
Continuously in eight Rasis Padamalika (garland of padas) is formed in a row, the native enjoys with all sorts of Royal Comforts with Chatra (umbrella) Dwaja, Chariots, all types of courageous military, lakhs and lakhs of elephants and rules all over the world.
A native who has the seven Arudhas in a continuous row, will be rulers and protectors of the land i.e., Kings and emperors, and served by Elephants, adorned by Kingly symbols, Horsemen, Maharadhis (Commanders of chariots), and Cavalry.
If padamalika is formed in six Rasis continuously like a row, the native enjoys all Royal Comforts with Chariots, Elephants, Vehicles with Mangalavayidyas (auspicious musicians). His Royalty spreads in the entire world.
In five or six rasis continuous row like padamalika is formed in a chart, the native is courageous, valorous in all the countries, with elephant riders, Horsemen and holds good position as a King and rules the country.
The Benefics Budha, Sukra or Chandra and Guru are placed in 11 th house to Arudhalagna, the native is blessed with good education, wealth, courageous and best ruler/king.
If Budha (Me), Guru (Ju), Sukra (Ve) and (Chandra) are posited in Kendras to Arudhalagna the native is highly educated, blessed with children, long lived (good longevity), and enjoys Rajayoga. (* -.... in another work) (note: the moon is kept in bracket because in the original text it is -....-. in another work -....)
If Mantradhipati and Guru (Ju) are posited in 11 th house to Arudha Lagna, Vahanadhipathi in Lagna, 10 th Lord in 10 th House, the native will be a ruler or praised by the Ruler(s).
The native will become a Ruler/King if Dasamadhipathi to Arudha Lagna is posited in Kendra to Arudhalagna, Mars in Swasthana (Aries/Scarpio) Sukra (Ve) in kendra to Guru (JU); Budha (Me) Chandra (Mo) in Kendra to Sukra (ve).
As explained in the verse the qualities of the native are: peaceful, Kind hearted, loved/praised by people, leads good life, wins over enemies, loves his own community, courageous in Wars and is an Emperor.
18 ~|-|-|||||-|||-|| ||-|||||||||-|||| |||-|-|||-| ||| |-|||-|| ||| ||| |||| .|||; The benefics (planets) in the Arudhalagna is aspected by the Guru (Ju) and combined with Navamadhipathi having full strength and if combined with Dasamadhipathi also or aspected, the native will be a famous ruler.
In Arudharajya, Vahana and Rajyadhipatis are posited, Arudhalabha is aspected by Sukra, Panchama and Navama arudhas falls in Ninth house, such native will be a great man as explained in the 20th Sloka (Stanza).
Arudha Lagnadhipathi Guru, Budha in Arudhalabha, if the two planets combined with Chandra, aspected by Sukra, such native is strong, powerful, courageous, and King of Kings.
When Arudha Lagnadhipathi is in Ucha, Swakshetra with full strength in Arudhalagna or posited in Lagna, Benefics posited in kendras in their Rasis, such native will be a world famous ruler / King.
If Arudhalagnadhipati in Lagna, Sukra in Kosapada, Guru in Vahanapada, 11 th lord in Lagna, and if these planets have strength, such native becomes Emperor.
Vahanadhipati in Vahanapada, 3rd Lord in 3rd, 5th Lord in Mantrapada, Guru posited in kendra and if 9 th and 10 th lords have relation, the native will be an Emperor.
Arudhalagnadhipati and Lagnadhipati are in Arudhalagna, Budha and Guru are posited in Kendras to Arudha, Dhanadhipati is posited in kendra to the kosadhipati, the native occupies the entire world and rules all over.
If Guru is posited in Arudhalagna, 5th lord in 5th, Rahu is posited either in 3, 6, 11, Ravi in Swakehetra, the native is a king with several Horses and Elephants.
If Ravi, Chandra, Kuja, Budha, Guru, Sukra planets are posited in their respective padas, the native will be a king with sovereignty. (Sarvabhoumadhikara)
If 5th lord in 10th and if Arudhalagnadhipati and Guru having strength, 9 th Lord, Chandra are posited in Lagnapada or 11 th house, If Sukra is posited in 5 th sign to Panchama, the native will become a king with sovereignty.
( v book l it is like+|.+-.-.. If Third lord is posited in 3rd to Arudha, Mars, Jupiter are posited in 3rd to Kosapada, and at the time of Dasa period of a powerful planet posited in 3rd to Rajya pada, the native will form Government. 1
The Rasilord where the Rajyadhipathi is posited is combined with Vahanadhipathi and placed in Dhana or Vahana signs, If Dhanadhipathi or Vahanadhipathi is combined with Sukra the native will ascend the throne and will be the Best Ruler/King.
If Vahana, Bhagya, Dasamarudhapati and Jupiter are combined together in Nrupapada; 5th lord in 5th, 10th lord in Kosapada, Kuja in 3rd to Arudhapada, the native will become a King.
If Rajyarudhapati is posited in 10th to padadipati, to the lagna where Guru, Budha, Dhanadhipati are posited, the Sukra having more Kalas posited in Kosasapa and he is in 9th to the Arudhapati the native born in this a combination will become a king with sovereignty.
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Arudha Lagna, Kosapada, Mantrapada in any of the above places, the padadipatis of four planets are placed, the native who born in this combination of planets in his chart have name and fame spread all over the world. He enjoys all sorts Royal Comforts, He has the Royal Drums, Servants, Slaves, Army with Valour, Conch (Sankha), auspicious musicians, dancers, Different types of Drum players, and is praised by all as the Best King/Ruler.
If Guru is placed in Kosapada, and Panchama, Navamarudha patis are in 9th, having strength and aspected by Arudhalagnadhipati and if combined with Lagnadhipati; If Kosadhipati is combined or aspected by Guru, Nrupa, Upapadadhipati are placed in Mantrapada or Rajya to the Pada the native rules all the countries.
:|....-. . |-.... .-... . .:.. . ........ .|. End of the third Chapter