Rasis: the 12 Signs of Kundali

Rasi – an introduction:

The ecliptic traces the Sun’s apparent journey over the sky from Earth’s vantage point. This celestial pathway, resembling a grand circle, intersects the celestial equator at an angle around 23.5 degrees—an alignment stemming from Earth’s axial tilt in relation to its orbit around the Sun.

The zodiac constitutes an imaginative strip encompassing the sky, centered upon the ecliptic, stretching about 8 degrees in either direction. This zodiacal expanse, fragmented into twelve equal sectors, aligns with constellations or “signs.”

The twelve signs, namely Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces, are each linked to a particular star group or constellation. Within these signs lie distinct attributes, governing planets, elements, and qualities. Astrology leverages these signs to scrutinize and decode planetary positions, discerning their impact on an individual’s life as per their birth chart.

The Sanskrit equivalence for a sign is “Rasi,” signifying a mound, while the sign itself is an aggregation of degrees. Sequentially, these twelve signs preside over Kala Purusha’s (Time Personified) corresponding divisions: head, countenance, arms, heart, abdomen, waist, bladder, private parts, thighs, knees, shins, and feet, originating with Aries.

Table for Rasi, Rasi Lord, Symbol, and Span:

Sr	Zodiac Sign	Lord	Symbol	Measure
01	Aries	Mars	Ram	000° to 030°
02	Taurus	Venus	Ox	030° to 060°
03	Gemini	Mercury	A Man and Woman	060° to 090°
04	Cancer	Moon	Crab	090° to 120°
05	Leo	Sun	Lion	120° to 150°
06	Virgo	Mercury	Virgin Lady holding Corn	150° to 180°
07	Libra	Venus	Man holding Balance	180° to 210°
08	Scorpio	Mars	Scorpio	210° to 240°
09	Sagittarius	Jupiter	Half Man Half horse / Centaur	240° to 270°
10	Capricorn	Saturn	Sea Goat / Ea or Enki	270° to 300°
11	Aquarius	Saturn	Man holding a Pitcher	300° to 330°
12	Pisces	Jupiter	Two Fishes	330° to 360°

Table for Rasi Synonyms:

Aries	Kriya, Aja, Viswa, Tumbura, Adya , Mesha, Abi, Chhag
Taurus	Tavuru, Uksha, Go, Gokula, Vrisabh, Tarukh
Gemini	Jutuma, Dwandwa, Niryugma, Yam, Yug, Mithuna, Yugma, Yam
Cancer	Kulira, Karkat
Leo	Leya, Kanthirav, Simha, Mrigendra, Hari, Kesari
Virgo	Pathon, Kanya, Ramani, Taruni, Bala, Kamini
Libra	Juka, Tula, Dhat, Tauli, Vanik
Scorpio	Kaurpika, Keet, Ali, Vrishchik, Kaarna, Sarisripa
Sagittarius	Taukshika, Dhanus, Chaap, Sharasan, Dhanvi, Kodanda, Haya, Karmuk
Capricorn	Aakokera, Mriga, Mrigaasya, Makar, Nakra, Mrigvaktra
Aquarius	Hridyarog, Kumbha, Ghat, Thoyadhar, Kalash
Pisces	Anthya, Meen, Matsya, Prithurom, Jhasha, Timi, Shafri

Table for Color, Stature, and Abode of Rasis:

Rasi	Color	Stature	Abode
Aries	Red	Short	Forest, Kitchen, Army or Police Area
Taurus	White	Crooked	Agricultural Farms
Gemini	Green	Long	Sea, Ocean, Yoga center
Cancer	Pink	Long	Rivers, Ponds
Leo	Brown	Medium	Mountain, Cave, Capital
Virgo	Grey	Medium	Fertile Lands, Banks
Libra	Multi	Medium	Markets, Trade and Commerce
Scorpio	Black	Medium	Underground, Hideouts, Research Centres
Saggitarius	Golden	Long	Yagyashala, Warlands, Colleges
Capricorn	Yellow	Long	Industries, Factories
Aquarius	Multi	Crooked	Near Water, Intellectual Place
Pisces	Brown	Short	Sea, Ocean, Yoga centre

Aries:

The foremost zodiacal sign is Aries, under the dominion of the planet Mars. In the realm of Aries, the Sun achieves its zenith, while Saturn descends to its nadir.

Aries is characterized by its dynamic, masculine, and fiery essence. Aligned with the head of the Kaalpurush, it symbolizes attributes like aspiration, command, audacity, assurance, and physical vigor. Individuals born under this sign often possess a lanky, towering, and athletic build, marked by a forehead embellished with graceful eyebrows. Health challenges attributed to Aries encompass ailments such as headaches, migraines, fever, liver disorders, spleen complications, and more.

Aries finds resonance in locales such as woodlands, encampments, fitness centers, athletic arenas, military zones, and law enforcement stations. It governs commodities ranging from livestock and wool to cotton, wheat, barley, ragi, leather, and metallurgy. Attire fashioned from sheep’s wool or goats’ hair, lentils, wheat, resin, barley, land-growing herbs, and gold are all interwoven with the essence of the Aries sign.

Taurus:

The second celestial sign within the Zodiac is Taurus, overseen by the planet Venus. Inside Taurus, the Moon attains its pinnacle.

Taurus embodies its feminine, unyielding, and grounded essence. It signifies the countenance and neck of Kaalpurush, entailing qualities such as commitment, fidelity, industriousness, pragmatism, and material triumph. While occasionally resolute, those born under this sign are methodical, alluring, and sociable once they open up. Taurus individuals often possess a moderate stature, a robust frame, a broad visage, and a melodic inclination. Their affiliation extends to settings like farmlands, meadows, dining halls, and gatherings. Health concerns related to Taurus encompass blemishes, beauty marks, moles, freckles, thyroid complications, and hormonal variances among females.

Moreover, Taurus aligns with comestibles including vegetables, dairy produce, rice, buffaloes, and cows. In the realm of commodities, the Taurus sign presides over attire, blooms, wheat, rice, barley, buffaloes, and oxen.

Gemini:

Gemini, the third zodiacal sign, falls under the dominion of Mercury. Neither exalted nor debilitated planets find their abode in Gemini.

Gemini embodies its masculine, dual nature, borne on airy currents, governing the shoulders and hands of Kaalpurush. Individuals born within this sign exhibit versatility, intellectual prowess, inquisitiveness, and vitality, yet focus and commitment might evade them. Their inclinations gravitate towards communication, social connections, revelry, sentiment, dalliances, jests, witticisms, literary pursuits, craftsmanship, and even mimicry.

Typically, Geminis present a tall and youthful visage, accentuated by alluring cheeks. They establish ties with realms encompassing educational institutions, theaters, shopping complexes, amusement grounds, literary societies, journalistic endeavors, and even intimate spaces. Ailments associated with Gemini span ailments such as coughs, colds, and respiratory conditions.

In the domain of commodities, the Gemini sign governs autumnal vines, lily bulbs, and the production of cotton.

Cancer:

Cancer, the fourth zodiacal entity, bows to the Moon’s command. Jupiter finds its zenith, while Mars succumbs in debilitation within Cancer.

Cancer embodies a feminine, fluid essence, characterized by mobility. It holds sway over the heart and lungs of Kaalpurush. Those born beneath this sign often exude maternal qualities, empathy, emotionality, familial devotion, dignity, and boast a vivid imagination and retentive memory. Proficiencies extend to craftsmanship, instruction, caregiving, and culinary artistry, yet fluctuations in mood are not uncommon.

Cancerians are frequently of shorter stature, their rounded visage and eyes set within a fair complexion. Luxuriant, thick hair crowns their heads, while their corporeal frame trends toward the robust and weighty.

Rivers, waterways, aquatic life and flora, dairy yields, and rice take root within the Cancerian realm, particularly within culinary contexts. The Cancer sign’s sphere intertwines with themes of anxiety, apprehension, phobias, mental perturbation, emotional disarray, and cardiac afflictions.

As for commodities, the Cancer sign’s dominion extends to paspalum grass, plantains, Durva grass, fruits, bulbs, fragrant leaves, and coconuts.

Leo:

Leo, the fifth constellation within the Zodiac, pledges fealty to the Sun. Neither elevation nor debilitation governs any planet within Leo. It radiates a Masculine, Fixed, and Fiery essence, embodying the Stomach of Kaalpurush.

Those born under Leo’s auspices often display authoritative, paternal, overbearing, resolute traits, accompanied by an air of regality and grace. Their charisma wields a magnetic pull, an innate leadership quality. Philosophical and idealistic by nature, they bear an appetite for power, strength, and assistance towards their followers, coupled with the potential to vanquish adversaries.

Leos typically command a stature of middling height, their robust and expansive frame encompassing a broad forehead, notable eyes, and nose. Rarely do they lean toward a slight or underweight build.

Leo presides over domains such as mountains, arid expanses, majestic palaces, and urban epicenters, aligning its essence with authoritative figures—managers, CEOs, and leaders.

Healthwise, Leo’s dominion encompasses healing prowess, resilience, immunity, and digestive intricacies, including fevers and eruptions.

Regarding its dominion over commodities, Simha governs husk grains, elixir-like juices, lion’s pelts, and the sweetness of jaggery.

Virgo:

Virgo, the sixth celestial entity of the Zodiac, falls within the jurisdiction of Mercury. Mercury attains its acme in Virgo, as Venus falters. Virgo emanates a feminine, binary, and earthy essence, charting its course over the lower abdominal region and the back of Kaalpurush.

Those born beneath this sign are frequently devout, diligent, and gifted. They possess a profound and analytical intellect, unwaveringly focused on perfection and sagacity. Prudence and practicality are their guiding lights, with an affinity for philosophical pursuits, yoga, and related realms. Often, their surroundings are graced by female presence.

Virgos typically sport a medium build and tall stature, while their strength doesn’t particularly stand out. A constellation of ailments may besiege them. Their connection aligns with lush gardens, fertile lands, cereal crops, financial institutions, accounting domains, and courtly proceedings. Health-related afflictions might concern the kidneys, intestines, female reproductive system, and spinal column.

Within Virgo’s purview stand ordinary flax (Atasi), Kalaya corn, horse gram, wheat, green gram, and the plethora of leguminous seeds.

Libra:

Venus reigns over the seventh Zodiacal realm, Libra, manifesting its essence as Masculine, Mobile, and Aerial. This sign symbolizes the generative organs of Kaalpurush, with Saturn gracing it in exaltation, while the Sun endures debilitation.

Those born under Libra’s mantle tend to wield a socially adept, pragmatic, and harmonious worldview. They exhibit profound discernment and adeptness in mediation, harboring an amiable disposition, wisdom, and a penchant for financial matters. They flourish as adept traders and astute entrepreneurs. Yet, despite their intellectual prowess, materialistic tendencies may surface as they indulge in luxury and comfort.

Librans often present a tall, svelte, youthful, and energetic appearance. Their domain entwines with marketplaces, trade, commerce, and the digital sphere of social media. However, Librans face potential susceptibility to afflictions such as sexually transmitted diseases, impotence, and marital dissolution.

Tula’s dominion extends over black gram, barley, and wheat, reflecting its influence on agricultural realms.

Scorpio:

Scorpio, the eighth Zodiacal entity, is under the dominion of Mars, while the Moon finds itself in debilitation within Scorpio. This feminine, resolute, and aqueous sign commands the realm of the anal region in Kaalpurush.

Individuals born under Scorpio’s sway often possess an enigmatic aura, characterized by unpredictability and concealed intentions. Jealousy, vindictiveness, unwavering determination, and a self-made nature mark their complex mental landscape. Persistence, concentration, and goal-centeredness define their demeanor.

Physically, Scorpios generally exhibit a middle-of-the-road stature and build, often accompanied by a dusky complexion. Their purview extends to hidden locales like caverns, concealed strongholds, hollows, serpents, scorpions, huntsmen, and the realm of assassins.

Moreover, Scorpios hold ties to subterranean elements—mines, subterranean water, reservoirs, borewells, penitentiaries, and comparable domains. They grapple with susceptibilities to conditions like piles, accidents, surgical interventions, and poisoning. An affinity for kundalini energy, the occult, tantra, research, and related spheres is frequently observed.

Vrischika’s domain presides over sugar cane, fruits of the creeper family, iron or bell metal, wool from goats and sheep, and the bounty of flora nurtured by water’s embrace.

Sagittarius:

Sagittarius, the ninth Zodiacal sector, bows before Jupiter’s authority.

Neither elevation nor debilitation sway any planets within Sagittarius.

Sagittarius radiates a Masculine, Dualistic, and Fiery resonance, mapping its terrain onto the thigh of Kaalpurush.

Individuals born beneath this constellation’s aegis often manifest a visionary, devout, philosophical disposition, coupled with ambition and confidence. Their endeavors often orbit around societal betterment, fortified by a zeal for sacred texts and rituals. Kind-heartedness, sagacity, and idealism flourish, frequently propelling them on journeys of great breadth. Sagittarians typically possess a tall, robust, and handsome appearance, framed by deep-set eyes.

This sign’s dominion extends to advisors, councils, clergy, educators, and spiritual guides. Gardens, temples, centers of learning, and locales for sacred rituals and traditional learning environments harmonize with Sagittarius’ essence.

Gold, Kesar, turmeric, sandalwood, ghee, steeds, salt, garments, projectiles, sesame, grains, and roots all intersect with Sagittarius’ domain.

Capricorn:

Capricorn, the tenth segment of the Zodiac, bows to Saturn’s dominion. Mars ascends to its peak of power here, while Jupiter falters in debilitation within Capricorn. This Feminine, Mobile, and Earthy essence is draped over the knees of Kaalpurush.

Individuals born within Capricorn’s reign are emblematic of discipline, industriousness, practicality, and an unwavering, gradual approach to life’s challenges. Often inclined towards financial matters, they may not lean heavily towards philosophical or intellectual pursuits but excel in the domains of trade and industry. Occupationally, they often find themselves in lower-paying positions and service-oriented roles, driven by familial dedication.

Capricorns usually possess a medium build, dark complexion, coarse hair, and a lengthy neck. Their purview extends to marshlands, coastlines, creatures like crocodiles and hippos, and comparable elements. Often, their labor is embedded in the industrial landscape—factories and low-wage industries.

Capricorn’s connection to health is typified by knee troubles, gout, and ailments of kin.

Makara’s realm commands trees, shrubs, the bounty of sugar cane, precious metals such as gold and black metals, iron, and all that thrives through the nurturing touch of water.

Aquarius:

Aquarius, the eleventh Zodiacal realm, bows to Saturn’s rule, devoid of any planets’ exaltation or debilitation within its borders.

Masculine, Fixed, and Airy, this sign corresponds to the ankles of Kaalpurush. Those born within its ambit often emerge as philosophers, intellectuals, and polymaths. Humility, gravitas, sincerity, humanitarianism, and charitable inclinations color their persona. A penchant for research, the occult, and innovation frequently drives them, leading to a stoic preference for solitude over social engagement. Physically, they commonly present a tall, moderately built, and intelligent appearance, though inclinations towards physical indolence can also manifest.

Aquarians forge links with inventors, philosophers, spiritual mentors, and yogis, carving a path that resonates with their multifaceted nature. Water holds a special allure for them, influencing interests in water storage containers like pitchers and reservoirs. Fruits, flowers, gemstones, and resplendent creations all form part of the Aquarius sign’s essence.

Pisces:

Pisces, the twelfth and final segment of the Zodiac, is overseen by Jupiter. Venus ascends to its zenith here, while Mercury’s power wanes in debilitation within Pisces.

The nature of Pisces encompasses a feminine, dualistic, and aqueous quality, with its correspondence encapsulated within the feet of Kaalpurush. Individuals born under this sign often radiate kindness, compassion, generosity, helpfulness, and an innate honesty, coupled with a radiant and affirmative perspective. They frequently embody the roles of faithful friends, guiding lights, and mystics, often endowed with psychic faculties and acting as champions of peace and harmony. A penchant for excessive liberality may overlay their demeanor, and a compact, plump physical appearance is not uncommon.

Pisces finds resonance in maritime expanses, oceans, marine life, overseas trade and travel, as well as institutions like prisons and hospitals. Spiritual concepts like enlightenment, Moksa, and salvation weave into Pisces’ narrative, underscoring its profound, otherworldly essence.

Within the dominion of Meena lie a myriad of precious gems and materials, sourced from creatures such as pearl oysters. Waterborne products, diamonds, diverse oils, and products derived from aquatic life all fall under its auspices, crafting a realm of opulence and allure.

Duality of Zodiac Signs:

Certainly, you’ve provided a concise overview of the division of the Zodiac into Masculine (Odd) and Feminine (Even) signs. The characteristics associated with each group help categorize and understand their respective qualities.

To elaborate further, the Sun exclusively reigns over the masculine energy of Leo, infusing it with its radiant essence. In contrast, the Moon exercises its feminine influence solely over the sign of Cancer, bestowing it with lunar attributes.

Other planets, however, assert their presence within both masculine and feminine domains, finding balance and expression through their interactions with these sign groups. Notably, the Lunar Nodes, namely the North Node (Rahu) and South Node (Ketu), do not possess signs they exclusively govern. Instead, they draw upon the energies of the signs they interact with, crafting a unique tapestry of influences within the astrological landscape.

Triplicity of Zodiac Signs:

The zodiac signs Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn fall under the Rajasik classification, embodying traits of mobility, mutability, cardinality, activity, restlessness, and creativity.

Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius are grouped as Tamasik, representing fixity, conservatism, passivity, stability, and destructive tendencies.

Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces are denoted as Satvik, reflecting duality, adaptability, harmonization, and preservation in their nature.

Quadruplicity of Zodiac Signs:

The zodiac signs Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius constitute the Dharma Trikon, embodying concepts of virtue, fire, the eastward direction, warriors, and rulers.

Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn compose the Artha Trikon, symbolizing aspects of prosperity, earth, the southern direction, farmers, and laborers.

Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius shape the Kama Trikon, signifying desires, air, the western direction, traders, and thinkers.

Lastly, Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces establish the Moksha Trikon, representing salvation, water, the northern direction, priests, and educators.

Conclusion:

In the realm of astrology, the rasi or zodiac sign holds a crucial role in deciphering an individual’s natal chart. The zodiac is composed of 12 signs, each encompassing 30 degrees of the celestial sphere. A person’s rasi is ascertained from the sun’s position during their birth.

The significance of the rasi lies in its correlation with an individual’s personality traits, strengths, vulnerabilities, and inclinations. Every rasi is linked to specific attributes, elements, ruling planets, and nakshatras or lunar mansions.

Beyond illuminating one’s character and attributes, the rasi can anticipate future occurrences and guide decision-making. Astrologers examine the ruling planet’s placement within a given rasi and its interactions with other celestial bodies to discern potential hurdles and prospects in various life domains like profession, relationships, and finances.

In essence, the rasi’s importance in astrology rests on its capacity to establish a framework for comprehending a person’s nature, tendencies, and potential triumphs across life spheres. Through dissecting the rasi alongside its correlated qualities and ruling planets, astrologers extend counsel and insights to help individuals navigate life’s trajectory and accomplish their aspirations.

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