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Shri U.K. Jha: The Guiding Light of My Astrological Journey and Witness to Timeless Wisdom with Shri C.S. Patel
A Humble Tribute to the Masters Whose Knowledge, Grace, and Dialogue Shaped My Understanding of the Seers’ Astrology
Had my revered Gurudev, Shri Jha Saheb, not entered my life, I would never have walked the path of astrology. He is the guiding light who illuminated my astrological journey and introduced me to the eternal brilliance—the “Shashvat Jyoti”—that true Jyotish represents. Whatever foundational knowledge I have today, I owe entirely to his grace and compassionate teaching.
It was on 27th December 2001, a day forever sacred to me, when I first met Gurudev at his residence. Just two days earlier, I had organized a large astrology conference in Ahmedabad with over 1100 attendees. Unfortunately, due to his commitments, I couldn’t meet him then. But when I finally did, his very first words left a deep impression on me.
He asked, “Bhadouriya, you gathered such a large crowd, but why didn’t you invite Gujarat’s finest astrologer, Shri C. S. Patel?”
Humbly, I admitted my ignorance: “Gurudev, I’ve never met him, nor have any of my acquaintances ever mentioned him.”
Shocked at this, Jha Saheb immediately arranged for me to meet Shri Patel.
That first meeting with Shri C. S. Patel, in the presence of Jha Saheb, was nothing short of witnessing divinity at play. The two stalwarts were discussing something beyond my comprehension—likely a scholarly article. I simply observed in awe, overwhelmed by the sheer depth and mutual reverence they shared.
Soon, we began visiting Shri Patel Saheb more often. By then, Jha Saheb had sensed the limitations of my understanding. He told me,
“Bhadouriya, you must learn proper astrology. I see that many here in Ahmedabad revolve around superficial knowledge. But you should strive for solid foundations.”
I pleaded with him to teach me. Thereafter, whenever I could, I would be at his doorstep. He welcomed me with open arms and taught me patiently, like a loving elder guiding a child.
One day, he advised, “I will always be there for you, but Shri Patel is aged. Sit at his feet and absorb what you can, while you can.” With his blessings, I formally began learning from Shri C. S. Patel, and Gurudev facilitated this with heartfelt sincerity. He even gave me access to Shri Patel’s personal library, a treasure trove for any seeker of true Jyotish.
The depth of their bond was divine. Shri Patel would fondly refer to Jha Saheb as a “Bheja-Phaad Jyotishi”—a “mind-blowing astrologer.” And Jha Saheb, in return, held Patel Saheb in the highest regard. Whenever these two sages met, it created a sacred and unforgettable atmosphere—as if one was witnessing the Shashvat Jyoti (eternal light) of astrology itself.
Whatever limited yet meaningful knowledge I have in this sacred shastra is because of Shri Jha Saheb. Even today, he continues to guide me—both as a mentor and as a spiritual force. I can say with complete surrender that my interest in Jyotish was born through him, and my journey has always been under his shelter.
To all sincere seekers, I pass on one of the most valuable teachings my Gurudev gave me:
“Study the classical scriptures of astrology—only then will the true light of Jyotish reveal itself to you.”
