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Mystery of Mapping of Graphical Divisional Chart with the Sky
In the study of planetary dignity, multiple dimensions are considered to assess a planet’s strength, but when it comes to debilitation, we must focus on its degree-specific position. This calls for an understanding of both the astronomical and astrological implications of debilitation.
Astronomical Perspective:
From an astronomical viewpoint, especially following the principles of Ptolemy, meteorological aspects related to weather are significantly governed by the varying distance between the Earth and the Sun. Some scholars have extended this concept to planetary debilitation, arguing that these positions are influenced by the Earth’s distance from a particular planet. This brings us to the physical (Annamaya Kosha) aspect of debilitation and its relevance to our material existence.
Vedic Astrological Perspective:
However, Vedic astrology operates on multiple layers of consciousness, beyond just the physical kosha. The existence of Manomaya (mental), Pranamaya (vital), Jnanamaya (intellectual), and Vijnanamaya (transcendental) koshas suggests that debilitation has ramifications beyond the physical realm. Astrology, being the science of karma and consciousness, provides a framework for understanding how planetary debilitation influences one’s evolutionary journey through rebirth and karmic reorientation towards salvation.
The Specific Degrees of Debilitation:
Each planet has a precise degree within a particular sign where it is considered to be in its deepest point of debilitation:
- Sun – 10° Libra
- Moon – 3° Scorpio
- Mars – 28° Cancer
- Mercury – 15° Pisces
- Jupiter – 5° Capricorn
- Venus – 27° Virgo
- Saturn – 20° Aries
- Rahu – 30° Scorpio (some variations place it at 0° Sagittarius)
- Ketu – 30° Taurus (some variations place it at 0° Gemini)
These degrees are crucial because they indicate the exact point where a planet’s strength is at its lowest according to classical astrological principles.
The Logical Discrepancy in Mapping Divisional Charts:
A crucial distinction must be made when addressing divisional charts. The D-1 (Lagna Chart) is the only chart directly mapped to the sky at the moment of birth. Unlike the natal chart, divisional charts do not replicate the exact sky but instead provide an analytical breakdown of different aspects of life through mathematical subdivisions of the zodiac.
The fundamental question arises: If a planet’s debilitation is degree-specific in the D-1 chart, how can the same degree be precisely mapped in a divisional chart, given that divisional charts are created by segmenting signs rather than preserving the degree structure? If a planet’s debilitation is determined by a particular degree within a sign in the D-1 chart, but the same degree does not necessarily transfer to a divisional chart, can we still consider planetary debilitation the same way in divisional charts?
The Core Debate:
Are we dealing with planetary placement at a specific degree within a sign in divisional charts, or are we merely considering the sign as a whole? If the latter is true, then how can we claim that the graphical representation of a divisional chart is an exact mapping of the sky? This raises a contradiction in the common assertion that divisional charts function as independent astronomical maps.
Some scholars might argue for the concept of a multiverse or multidimensional mapping of the sky that justifies divisional charts as distinct layers of reality. However, this requires further examination.
To be continued with the next discussion: If planetary debilitation is mapped to a particular degree in a sign within the D-1 chart, can we truly deal with an exact degree placement in an independent divisional chart? Or are we dealing with the entire sign as a unit? If so, does the graphical representation of a divisional chart truly map the sky?
