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Karmic Astrology : How Past Life Karma is Reflected in Your Birth Chart


KARMIC ASTROLOGY

The birth charts are more than just the location of the planets when we are born. In karmic astrological interpretations, these birth charts act as a key to access our past lives and understand the karmic duties that we bring to this life. Karmic astrology borrows heavily from ancient Vedic astrology that indicates that the actions and experiences of our past lives lead us to the circumstances, challenges, and lessons of our present birth. Here, we will discuss this profound and mystical astrological system that uncovers the karmic imprints in your birth chart.


In-depth View of Karmic Astrology


In karmic astrology, the birth chart is viewed as a guide to gently navigate the ongoing stream of experiences we accumulate in each life. Vedic astrology teaches us that the continuum experiences from birth to rebirth are guided by karma, the good and the heavy, and each action leads to a result. The mark of every activity we undertake is left on our spirit, and we carry it with us and fuel it into our current life and future births. The moment when we were born and where in the sea of stars the planets were located at the time speak volumes about our soul's history and destiny.


In karmic astrology interpretations, where the planets are placed particularly the Moon's nodes, help give us insight into the past legacies and where we are meant to balance our karmic ledger in this life. Thus, A birth chart gives us guidance on how to live the most fulfilled life. We can learn what strengths we bear and what pitfalls we will encounter.


Major Influences in Our Birth Charts That Reflect Karma


There are various features of a birth chart that show the role played by our past lives' karma in our current life. We take a look at some of the most important ones: 


1. The Moon’s Nodes (Rahu and Ketu) In Vedic astrology


The Moon’s nodes, Rahu and Ketu, are the most important karmic indicators in your birth chart. Rahu, the North Node, signifies your soul mission in this lifetime. This point of cosmic energy represents the desires and unmet needs from previous lives as well as karma you must fulfill. Meanwhile, Ketu, the South Node, is a signifier of the karma you have already learned, the experiences you bring with you from past lives, and, potentially, your soul gifts. Together, these nodes create an axis along which your personal karma lies in your birth chart. By understanding the Rahu and Ketu placements in your chart, you can learn which areas of your life you will struggle with, or feel inexplicably drawn to, over and over again, or even lifetimes. 


2. Saturn: The ‘Karmic Taskmaster’ 


Another telltale sign of the karmic energy you’re bringing into your life is the placement of Saturn in your birth chart. Saturn, known as Shani in Vedic astrology, is most well-known for being the planet of karma. As Saturn begins to affect your chart, or becomes activated during a Saturn return, you are asked by the universe to clear out all of the dust from your past in order to see a brighter future. The effects of Saturn will hit whatever house or houses Saturn resides, or whatever house or houses Saturn aspects. The aspect of Saturn will cause delays, long-lasting effects, and often stressful, but transformative, situations. 


3. 12th House: The House of Past Lives and Liberation 


The 12th House in the Vedic chart is the area associated with karma from previous lifetimes. Lucky for you, you hold the keys to resolving the karma that you carry within this lifetime. Unlike in Western astrology, in a Vedic chart, where the Sun is. the first house, this dictates the rest of the zodiac. Also, the Sun sets on the 12th house, representing death. Within this house lies your subconscious, dreams, and past memories, which are most often felt from previous lifetimes. If you have no planets in this house, the energy manifests itself in a much more spiritual way. However, if you have any planets within this house, you are definitely there to resolve and fulfill your karma. 


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Conclusion


Vedic astrology shows karmic astrology as a glimpse into one's soul journey. Past life karmas furnish an insight through which one can decide according to the higher purpose. A birth chart, therefore, does not foretell about the fate but provides insight to comprehend and transcend your karma. Through karmic influences, you can evolve progressively, marked with wisdom, compassion, and clarity.


If you desire to know much more about karmic astrology and karmic patterns in your life, visit us at the Academy of Vedic Vidya. You can check out our KP Astrology course and our other comprehensive courses. We also offer personalized mentorship. Each program is meticulously crafted to provide an in-depth understanding of Vedic principles and their practical applications, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to become a professional and predict the future accurately.


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