The Mysteries of Retrograde Planets

Retrograde planets act unusually and unpredictably, which can create confusion in the analysis of the natal chart. This book on Jyotish astrology is based on research aimed at shedding light on the results produced by retrograde planets. Retrograde planets are viewed from several perspectives: astronomical approach, mentions of retrograde planets in classical sources, and practical application – the book provides a large number of examples where the stated principles are thoroughly discussed. Various astrological factors are considered in horoscopes – yogas, karakatvas of planets and houses, the position of planets in divisional charts, directional strength, Ashtakavarga, Shadbala, Vargottama, position in Mrityu Bhage, Pancha Navamsa, Pushkaramsa, 64th Navamsa, 22nd Dreshkona. The book can serve as an excellent guide for studying the influence of retrograde planets and also invites further research in this area. The number of examples provided in the book indicates that the author has done extensive work in investigating such important questions as periods of retrograde planets, whether a retrograde planet in exaltation behaves like a debilitated planet and vice versa, and many others.