{"id":974,"date":"2025-02-27T15:55:33","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T10:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/?p=974"},"modified":"2025-02-28T10:14:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T04:44:19","slug":"divisional-charts-varga-charts-in-vedic-astrology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/2025\/02\/27\/divisional-charts-varga-charts-in-vedic-astrology\/","title":{"rendered":"Divisional Charts (Varga Charts) in Vedic Astrology"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Introduction to Divisional Charts (Vargas)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Divisional charts, also known as Vargas<\/strong>, play a crucial role in Vedic Astrology<\/strong>. They help in fine-tuning predictions<\/strong> by analyzing different aspects of life in greater detail. The concept of Vargas<\/strong> is deeply discussed in Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS), Uttara Kalamrita, and Phal Deepika<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each divisional chart represents a specific area of life<\/strong>, and their interpretation adds depth to the standard D1 (Rashi Chart)<\/strong> analysis. The accuracy of divisional charts<\/strong> depends highly on the precise birth time<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Divisional Chart Calculation & Concept<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The 360\u00b0 zodiac is divided into various sections<\/strong>, and planets are assigned new positions in each Varga<\/strong> chart based on mathematical calculations. The exact formula varies<\/strong> for each chart, but they all derive from dividing a sign into smaller parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Are Divisional Charts Created?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Each sign (30\u00b0) is divided into smaller segments<\/strong>, and planets are repositioned accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • In the Navamsa (D9) chart<\/strong>, each sign is divided into 9 equal parts of 3\u00b020′ each<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • In the Dashamsa (D10) chart<\/strong>, each sign is divided into 10 parts of 3\u00b0 each<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Classification of Divisional Charts (Vargas)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    According to BPHS<\/strong>, 16 main divisional charts<\/strong> (Shodasha Varga) are significant, but there are other extended Vargas<\/strong> used for finer analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Varga (Chart)<\/strong><\/th>Division<\/strong><\/th>Chart Symbol<\/strong><\/th>Signification (Usage)<\/strong><\/th>Sign Name<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    D-1<\/strong><\/td>1<\/td>Rashi Chart<\/strong><\/td>Overall life, personality<\/td>Whole sign<\/td><\/tr>
    D-2<\/strong><\/td>2<\/td>Hora Chart<\/strong><\/td>Wealth, financial prosperity<\/td>Hora<\/td><\/tr>
    D-3<\/strong><\/td>3<\/td>Drekkana (Dreshkona)<\/strong><\/td>Siblings, courage, short travels<\/td>Decanate<\/td><\/tr>
    D-4<\/strong><\/td>4<\/td>Chaturthamsa (Turyamsa)<\/strong><\/td>Properties, comforts, happiness<\/td>Quarter<\/td><\/tr>
    D-5<\/strong><\/td>5<\/td>Panchamsha<\/strong><\/td>Fame, power, recognition<\/td>Fifth part<\/td><\/tr>
    D-6<\/strong><\/td>6<\/td>Shashtamsa<\/strong><\/td>Diseases, debts, enemies, misfortunes<\/td>Sixth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-7<\/strong><\/td>7<\/td>Saptamsa<\/strong><\/td>Children, progeny, creativity<\/td>Seventh<\/td><\/tr>
    D-8<\/strong><\/td>8<\/td>Ashtamsa (Randhamsa)<\/strong><\/td>Longevity, obstacles, hidden matters<\/td>Eighth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-9<\/strong><\/td>9<\/td>Navamsa<\/strong><\/td>Marriage, Dharma, fortune, inner strength<\/td>Ninth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-10<\/strong><\/td>10<\/td>Dashamsa<\/strong><\/td>Career, profession, status<\/td>Tenth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-11<\/strong><\/td>11<\/td>Ekadashamsa (Labhamsha)<\/strong><\/td>Gains, fortune, elder siblings<\/td>Eleventh<\/td><\/tr>
    D-12<\/strong><\/td>12<\/td>Dwadashamsa<\/strong><\/td>Parents, ancestors, inheritance<\/td>Twelfth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-16<\/strong><\/td>16<\/td>Shodashamsa (Kalamsa)<\/strong><\/td>Vehicles, luxury, comforts<\/td>Sixteenth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-20<\/strong><\/td>20<\/td>Vimsamsa<\/strong><\/td>Spirituality, religious inclination<\/td>Twentieth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-24<\/strong><\/td>24<\/td>Chaturvimsamsa<\/strong><\/td>Education, learning, knowledge<\/td>Twenty-fourth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-27<\/strong><\/td>27<\/td>Bhamsha<\/strong><\/td>Strength, weaknesses, vitality<\/td>Twenty-seventh<\/td><\/tr>
    D-30<\/strong><\/td>30<\/td>Trimshamsa<\/strong><\/td>Evils, misfortunes, suffering<\/td>Thirtieth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-40<\/strong><\/td>40<\/td>Khavedamsa<\/strong><\/td>Maternal karma, past life<\/td>Fortieth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-45<\/strong><\/td>45<\/td>Akshavedamsa<\/strong><\/td>Paternal karma, character<\/td>Forty-fifth<\/td><\/tr>
    D-60<\/strong><\/td>60<\/td>Shashtiamsha<\/strong><\/td>Past life karma, fate, overall refinement<\/td>Sixtieth<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    Key Divisional Charts and Their Interpretations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    1. Rashi Chart (D-1) \u2013 Natal Chart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Represents overall life, personality, and major life events<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Used as the primary chart<\/strong> in all predictions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      2. Hora Chart (D-2) \u2013 Wealth & Finances<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Divides a sign into two parts (15\u00b0 each)<\/strong>, ruled by Sun & Moon<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Shows financial prosperity, savings, and wealth stability<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        3. Drekkana (D-3) \u2013 Siblings & Courage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        • Each sign is divided into 3 equal parts (10\u00b0 each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Shows relationships with siblings, courage, and effort<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          4. Chaturthamsa (D-4) \u2013 Property & Luck<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • Sign is divided into 4 parts (7\u00b030′ each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Used for real estate, immovable property, and prosperity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            5. Saptamsa (D-7) \u2013 Progeny & Creativity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • Each sign is divided into 7 parts (4\u00b017′ each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Indicates children, fertility, and creativity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              6. Navamsa (D-9) \u2013 Marriage & Dharma<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              • Most important divisional chart<\/strong> after D-1<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Each sign is divided into 9 parts (3\u00b020′ each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Reveals spouse, marriage quality, fortune, and inner strength<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                7. Dashamsa (D-10) \u2013 Career & Status<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                • Sign is divided into 10 parts (3\u00b0 each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Represents career, professional success, and status<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  8. Dwadashamsa (D-12) \u2013 Parents & Ancestry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  • Each sign is divided into 12 parts (2\u00b030′ each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Shows parental influence and inherited traits<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    9. Shashtamsa (D-60) \u2013 Past Life Karma<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Each sign is divided into 60 parts (0\u00b030′ each)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Highly detailed chart<\/strong>, showing past life influences<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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                      Introduction to Divisional Charts (Vargas) Divisional charts, also known as Vargas, play a crucial role in Vedic Astrology. They help in fine-tuning predictions by analyzing different aspects of life in greater detail. The concept of Vargas is deeply discussed in Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (BPHS), Uttara Kalamrita, and Phal Deepika. Each divisional chart represents a […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":975,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[76,56],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-974","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-about-divisional-charts-vargas","category-basics"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/974","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=974"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/974\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":976,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/974\/revisions\/976"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/975"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=974"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=974"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrosutras.in\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=974"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}