Two ancient systems, different approaches. Understand why your Vedic sign might be different from your Western sign and which system suits you best.
| Aspect | Vedic (Jyotish) | Western |
|---|---|---|
| Zodiac System | Sidereal (actual star positions) | Tropical (seasonal, equinox-based) |
| Ayanamsa | Applies ~24° correction | No correction applied |
| Primary Luminary | Moon Sign (Rashi) | Sun Sign |
| House System | Whole Sign Houses (traditional) | Placidus, Koch, or others |
| Planets Used | 9 Grahas (including Rahu/Ketu) | 10 planets (including outer planets) |
| Prediction Method | Dasha (planetary periods) | Transits and progressions |
| Nakshatras | 27 lunar mansions (critical) | Not traditionally used |
| Divisional Charts | 16+ Vargas (D1-D60) | Typically only natal chart |
| Remedies | Mantras, gems, rituals | Psychological awareness |
| Origin | Ancient India (~5000+ years) | Hellenistic Greece (~2000 years) |
Dasha system provides precise life event timing
Kundli Milan with 36-point Gun system
Practical remedies for planetary afflictions
Divisional charts for specific life areas
Deep personality and behavioral insights
Nuanced planetary aspects and orbs
Generational and transformational themes
Easier for beginners to understand
Both systems have proven accuracy in their respective domains. Vedic astrology excels at timing predictions using Dasha systems, while Western astrology focuses on psychological insights. Many practitioners use both for a complete picture.
Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac (actual star positions), while Western uses the tropical zodiac (based on seasons). Due to Earth's axial precession, there's approximately a 24-degree difference, causing most people to have different signs in each system.
Ayanamsa is the angular difference between the tropical and sidereal zodiacs. My Kundli AI uses the Lahiri Ayanamsa (approximately 24 degrees in 2024), which is the most widely accepted standard in India.
Traditional Vedic astrology uses only the seven visible planets plus Rahu and Ketu (lunar nodes). Some modern Vedic astrologers incorporate outer planets, but classical interpretations focus on the nine traditional grahas.
Absolutely. Many astrologers find that Vedic astrology provides excellent timing and prediction, while Western astrology offers deep psychological insights. The two can complement each other beautifully.
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