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In Vedic Astrology, the twelve zodiac signs (Rāśis) hold immense significance. Each sign has unique characteristics and influences based on classical texts such as Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS), Uttara Kalamrita, and Phal Deepika. These signs govern personality traits, physical attributes, behavioral tendencies, and spiritual inclinations.
1. Aries (Mesha) – The Ram
Sanskrit Name: मेष (Mesha)
Ruling Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Modality: Movable (Chara)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Courageous, aggressive, adventurous, quick-tempered.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Strong physique, sharp intelligence, pioneering nature, and competitiveness.
- Phal Deepika: Leadership, impulsiveness, impatience, bravery, and sportsmanship.
2. Taurus (Vrishabha) – The Bull
Sanskrit Name: वृषभ (Vrishabha)
Ruling Planet: Venus
Element: Earth
Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Sensual, practical, strong-willed, love for luxury.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Beauty, wealth, perseverance, artistic talent, slow but steady progress.
- Phal Deepika: Love for food, material possessions, stability, and patience.
3. Gemini (Mithuna) – The Twins
Sanskrit Name: मिथुन (Mithuna)
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
Modality: Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Intelligent, communicative, witty, and versatile.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Quick learner, creative, good in business, sociable but restless.
- Phal Deepika: Youthful, playful, talkative, enjoys learning, and multitasking.
4. Cancer (Karka) – The Crab
Sanskrit Name: कर्क (Karka)
Ruling Planet: Moon
Element: Water
Modality: Movable (Chara)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Emotional, nurturing, protective, home-loving.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Moody, strong intuition, deeply connected to family and traditions.
- Phal Deepika: Gentle, affectionate, artistic, and emotionally sensitive.
5. Leo (Simha) – The Lion
Sanskrit Name: सिंह (Simha)
Ruling Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Royal, authoritative, confident, charismatic.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Strong leadership, honor, pride, enjoys power and recognition.
- Phal Deepika: Bold, self-reliant, ambitious, generous but sometimes egoistic.
6. Virgo (Kanya) – The Maiden
Sanskrit Name: कन्या (Kanya)
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Element: Earth
Modality: Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Analytical, perfectionist, intelligent, service-oriented.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Detail-oriented, loves order and cleanliness, practical thinker.
- Phal Deepika: Hardworking, disciplined, critical but highly skilled.
7. Libra (Tula) – The Scales
Sanskrit Name: तुला (Tula)
Ruling Planet: Venus
Element: Air
Modality: Movable (Chara)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Diplomatic, fair, artistic, social, enjoys harmony.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Balance-seeking, charming, persuasive, inclined towards justice.
- Phal Deepika: Romantic, polite, good in business and negotiations, sometimes indecisive.
8. Scorpio (Vrischika) – The Scorpion
Sanskrit Name: वृश्चिक (Vrischika)
Ruling Planet: Mars
Element: Water
Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Intense, secretive, passionate, deep thinker.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Strong emotions, mysterious personality, spiritual depth.
- Phal Deepika: Resilient, fearless, magnetic but sometimes vengeful.
9. Sagittarius (Dhanu) – The Archer
Sanskrit Name: धनु (Dhanu)
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Element: Fire
Modality: Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Optimistic, adventurous, philosophical, teacher.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Loves freedom, traveler, enthusiastic about life.
- Phal Deepika: Truth-seeking, idealistic, fun-loving, and generous.
10. Capricorn (Makara) – The Crocodile
Sanskrit Name: मकर (Makara)
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Element: Earth
Modality: Movable (Chara)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Hardworking, disciplined, goal-oriented, responsible.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Patient, cautious, slow success but long-lasting.
- Phal Deepika: Ambitious, serious, practical, and sometimes rigid.
11. Aquarius (Kumbha) – The Water Bearer
Sanskrit Name: कुंभ (Kumbha)
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Element: Air
Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
Gender: Masculine
Significance:
- BPHS: Innovative, humanitarian, eccentric, social reformer.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Scientific, futuristic thinker, unconventional approach.
- Phal Deepika: Visionary, intellectual, original but emotionally detached.
12. Pisces (Meena) – The Fish
Sanskrit Name: मीन (Meena)
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Element: Water
Modality: Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Gender: Feminine
Significance:
- BPHS: Spiritual, dreamy, artistic, empathetic, idealistic.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Deeply intuitive, enjoys solitude, mystical nature.
- Phal Deepika: Romantic, compassionate, emotionally sensitive, prone to escapism.
Each classical text provides unique insights into the zodiac signs:
- BPHS (Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra): More technical and predictive, focusing on karma and life patterns.
- Uttara Kalamrita: Adds medical, psychological, and spiritual aspects to the signs.
- Phal Deepika: Focuses on practical traits, personality, and daily life influence.
