Vedic Astrology - Planets' Significations. How to correct/improve planets in our birthchart

Vedic knowledge is far more ancient than time itself. Long before the Western World was learning to count, "Surya Siddhanta", a compilation of texts on the subject of astrology, had accurately predicted the distance of Sun from Earth as well as the time duration of each planet's rotation and revolution. "Aditya Hridayam", couplets from the Epic Ramayana praising the Lord Sun, had triumphantly described the Sun as the maker of seasons' causing the Water Cycle in the Earth's Atmosphere.

The Subject of Astrology is yet another "science" from the Vedic Ocean of knowledge. In Vedic astrology, the nine planets of our solar system are called "Devas"( literally meaning Divine beings who are benefic givers). and are known to exercise some kind of influence over human minds and thus human activities all through life.

Let us explore and understand :

Planets' Significations In Human Life 

Sun

The Sun is known to be the King with all the other planet of solar systems as his cabinet ministers. Lord Sun in a man's Birth Chart signifies one's Father. Also, Sun gives handsomeness, respect, dominance, Strength of Bones, Glowing Skin, Broader Forehead. If Sun gets afflicted in a man's chart, the typical symptoms will show as strained relations with one's father and low confidence.

To Correct the solar specifications, one must offer water to the morning sun every day or at least on Sunday.

Moon

 Lord Moon, also called "Chandra Deva", is known to be the queen in the Solar Cabinet. Moon is the mother. Lord Moon is a benefic planet that nurtures vegetation and plants. Modern science has proved that the tidal waves of Earth's Ocean occur due to the Moon's gravitational pull. The Vedic knowledge had declared such a truth ages ago. Moon is indeed known to be the God that has absolute powers over the element of water. Moon is said to be controlling the human mind and emotions. On a full moon night, the charming moon feels so soothing, likewise, the benefic placement of Moon in a person's birth chart gives stable emotions with contentment and satisfaction of mind. Your mother's relationship with you is signified by Moon. Moon is milk and the holy cow.

If afflicted in a birth chart, Moon may give an unstable mind and tempest of emotions causing rapid Mood swings. Distress to one's mother is also a symptom of your moon's troubled placement.

To correct your moon, always ensure the happiness of your mother. Respect her at all costs. Never disrespect and waste food. Remember, the plate of food is the blessings of the gods. Never waste or pollute water. Offer Salutations to the visible Moon in the night. Expose yourself to the Moon at night.

Mercury

Mercury is said to be the Prime Minister or the Adviser to the King. In Vedic Astrology Mercury signifies Intelligence and logic. It is all about mathematical calculations, computers, and machines that ease out a cumbersome task. In a native's life, Mercury signifies little girls, Maternal Aunt and Paternal Aunt. The quality of these relatives may directly imply the current condition of this planet in your birth chart. If afflicted, Mercury may hamper your intellectual ability, speech, and your power to communicate.

To improve your mercury, one must abstain from Meat and Alcohol. Increase the sight of color Green in your surroundings, Eat Green leafy vegetables more and keep relations with your Aunts going good.

Mars

The Vedas have described the Red Planet Mars as the Great Celestial Warrior and the General in Command of the Army of the Devas. Mars gives humans the courage, bravery, and strength to accomplish a task. Mars is male energy. Mars is a fighter. Mars is the brother in a Man's birth chart while in a woman's chart it signifies her boyfriend. Mars is passion and anger. Mars is the fire element along with the Sun.

If afflicted in your chart, it may make you suffer from jealousy. Your relations with your bloodline relatives may get strained, since this Red Planet lords over your blood. Also, your brothers may not be compatible with you. Your friends will prove to be hidden enemies. Every happy occasion in your family may prove to be sorrowful. You may suffer from accidents and weapons or fire.

To correct these dangerous symptoms, one must maintain cordial relations with one's brothers. Jealousy must be avoided at all costs. Extreme Competitiveness must be avoided. One must ensure fair play. Control over Passions must be exercised always.

Venus

 Venus is a materialist Deva. Known as the Preceptor of Demons, Lord Venus is the god that adds pleasure and comforts to human lives. Many people think that Venus signifies sexual pleasure. But all this is a half-truth. In fact, indulgence in Sex without any feeling of love is the lowest shade of Venusian Energy. Venus is actually the God of Love. A Love that is pure and divine without any conditions and expectations.

In a Man's life, Venus signifies Wife or Girlfriend.

If afflicted in a native's chart, It may give the company of Bad or evil women. You may pay little attention to personal hygiene and your clothes. The overall atmosphere of your home will not be peaceful if this soft planet is angry with your deeds.

To improve your Venus, Keep a clean character. Respect all women in your surroundings. Maintain personal hygiene. Always wear Clean and Ironed Clothes. Wear Perfume.

Saturn

Saturn is Law. The Eternal Law of karma which brings every single bit of creation under its justice. No soul is favored, neither is anyone spared. Law is equal for everyone.

In Vedic Astrology, Lord Saturn is known to be the son of Sun God-bearing enmity with his father. Due to this fact, many myths originated referring to Shani Deva as someone ugly and dark as opposed to his father being lustrous and handsome. But the reality is that Shani is just and fair. Fair with everyone, even his own father. He isn't ugly, rather the consequences of your bad deeds are ugly. Lord Shani is just the bringer of justice according to your needs. What you sow is what you reap.

In a particular Birth chart, Lord Saturn refers to one's relations with the authorities and institutions, Senior Citizens, and Fatherly figures. If afflicted in a man's chart, Shani Deva subjects one to hard labor and slow progress. You will need to earn all your comforts and happiness. However, if content with your past deeds, it can make you a king.

To improve your Saturn, you must respect your father and be obedient to him. Respect the Senior Citizens. Control your passions. Be fair in dealings. Abstain from Meat, Alcohol, and Cigarettes. Bathe every day. Wear nice footwear. Never disrespect laborers.

Jupiter

Lord Jupiter is the Preceptor of the Gods. Also known as "Guru Deva" or "Brihaspati"(literally the Lord of the Celestial Laughter), Lord Jupiter is said to be the most benefic planet in Vedic Astrology. He is known to be the God of Spiritual Wisdom and the Celestial Priest. Lord Jupiter is Childlike in the disposal.

In a woman's chart, Lord Jupiter represents her husband. Jupiter may also represent elders and teachers for a native. Jupiter is said to be a giver of wisdom, happiness, joy, and expansion of wealth. However, if in any case afflicted by an individual's misdeeds, it may also lead to loneliness and Bad Health due to obesity.

To correct Your Jupiter, always respect your elders and teachers. Never disrespect a priest. Go to Pilgrimage. Have a clear heart. Never make fun of learned men.

Rahu & Ketu

 According to Vedic astrology, Rahu and Ketu are the shadowy planets with no physical body. When the Celestial Oceans were churned (Samudra Manthan), due to the mischief of "Swarbhanu" a banished demon, Lord Vishnu got angry and hence dismembered the demon into two. The Head part became 'Rahu' and the remaining body with no sensory perception became 'Ketu'. They both are always in retrograde motion all the while being diametrically opposed to each other.

Astrologically, Rahu & Ketu are known to be the north and south node of the moon. Since Moon is the significator of mind, therefore, in human lives Rahu represents the mischievous part of the mind that takes a man towards obsession for materialism while Ketu represents the part which leads to renunciation hence uplifting man towards spiritual liberation beyond the drama of the five senses. 

In general astrology, Rahu is signified by actors, magicians, thieves while Ketu is signified by one's loyal son or a pet dog. Rahu is an obsession with ambition, while Ketu is loyal towards the Soul, the true nature of a man.

To correct both of them, one must control his passions and always respect loyalty.