Vedic Astrology Basics
Vedic Astrology Signs: The 12 Rashis
Vedic Astrology Signs: The 12 Rashis
Sidereal Aries through Pisces and their classical lords
Quick Answer
The twelve rashis are the sidereal signs of Vedic astrology: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces. Their degrees differ from tropical signs because of the ayanamsa.
Key Concepts
- Aries–Virgo are ruled by Mars, Venus, Mercury, Moon, Sun, and Mercury.
- Libra–Pisces are ruled by Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Saturn, and Jupiter.
- Each rashi has element, mode, direction, body symbolism, and natural strengths.
- A planet’s result changes by rashi, nakshatra, house, aspects, and dignity.
- Sidereal dates are not identical to popular tropical Sun-sign dates.
How to Use This Entry
Use an ayanamsa-based chart for Vedic rashis; then read the planet, rashi, house, lord, nakshatra, and current dasha together.
FAQ
Why are Vedic sign dates different?
Because Jyotish uses the sidereal zodiac, which accounts for precession, while popular Western Sun-sign dates use the tropical zodiac.