"The Rashis Explained: A Complete Guide to Personality, Destiny, and Life Patterns of the 12 Zodiac Signs in Vedic Astrology.

Abstract

Vedic astrology, or Jyotisha Shastra, is one of the oldest known systems of astrology, rooted in the ancient scriptures of India. Central to this profound system are the twelve rashis or zodiac signs, which form the foundational structure for interpreting a natal chart. Each rashi, spanning 30 degrees of the zodiac, possesses distinct qualities, elemental influences, planetary rulers, and symbolic characteristics that collectively influence human personality, behavior, and life events.

The twelve rashis—Mesha (Aries), Vrishabha (Taurus), Mithuna (Gemini), Karka (Cancer), Simha (Leo), Kanya (Virgo), Tula (Libra), Vrischika (Scorpio), Dhanu (Sagittarius), Makara (Capricorn), Kumbha (Aquarius), and Meena (Pisces)—are more than just celestial markers. They represent archetypal energies that interact dynamically with planets (grahas) and houses (bhavas) to generate an individual’s karmic blueprint. Each sign is classified based on its modality (movable, fixed, dual), element (fire, earth, air, water), and gender (masculine, feminine), offering a nuanced lens to decode human nature and destiny.