In Vedic Astrology, numerous techniques and aphorisms are used to make horoscope predictions. One of these techniques is the Karana. Yes, you have heard it right. Vedic Astrology signifies the importance of Panchang in delivering predictions, and Karana is the last of the five limbs of Panchang. Karana says a hell lot of things about the personality traits and events of life of a native. So, in this blog, we will learn more about Karana and how it impacts our life from one of the best astrologers in North Kolkata, Astrologer Sourav Chatterjee (Roy).
Let’s not make further delay, and get straight into the discussion.
How is a Karana Measured?
Before going deep into the discussion, we need to know how a Karana is measured or decided. One day of a month is called Tithi, and each Tithi is divided into two Karanas. The Moon moves 12 degrees each day in a zodiac belt, and when it completes 6 degrees in a sign, it covers one Karana. Simply to say, half of the tithi is the Karana.
Explore the Types of Karanas
There are a total of 11 Karanas. Because there are 30 tithis in a month (in two pakshas), you can find the 11 Karans to come in the process repetitively. These 11 Karanas are also divided into two types – Chara or Movable, and Sthira or Fixed. Let us know the names of these Karanas,
The Movable Karanas
- Bava
- Balava
- Kaulava
- Taitila
- Garija
- Vanija
- Vishthi
The Fixed Karanas
- Shakuni
- Chatushpad
- Naag
- Kinsugna
The 4 Sthir Karanas fall on specific days of the Lunar calendar. Shakuni Karana falls on the 2nd half of the Chaturdashi of the Krishna Paksha, Chatushpad on the 1st half of Amavasya, Naag on the 2nd half of Amavasya, and the Kinsugna karana falls on the 1st half of Pratipadha of Shuklapaksha. In general, these four sthir karanas are considered inauspicious, and it is recommended not to start any new venture at these timings.
Deciding Qualities of Natives with Karanas
Each of us is born on a specific Karana. Let us know the characteristics according to Karana.
- Bava: Natives who are born in this Karana are easily drawn towards spirituality. The lion symbolizes this Karana. Such natives lot of time in spiritual activities. They are sincere, hardworking, and good at performing assigned tasks.
- Balava: It is also known as Puli Karan. Natives born in this karana prefer pilgrimage, and they spend time in worship. They are fortunate and playful.
- Kaulava: People born in this karana belong to a traditional family, and they choose a conventional career. They are amicable but fickle-minded.
- Taitila: Donkey represents this karana. People born in this karana are lucky, and they never lack wealth. They believe in love and hold an authoritative position in professional life.
- Garija: People born in Garija Karana are demanding in nature. Though they are disciplined and punctual. They are hard-working. They are good at animal husbandry or construction jobs.
- Vanija: They are smart and intelligent. Vanija-karana-born people are experts in trading and rich in business-related knowledge.
- Vishthi: Such natives engage themselves in bad deeds and malign their image in society.
- Shakuni: Shakuni-karana natives are good at problem solving and managing conflicts. They are intelligent and expert mediators.
- Chatushpad: Most of the veterinarians are born in this karana. They are good at Tantr and vanquish enemies with knowledge.
- Naag: These natives are very sharp and knowledgeable. They achieve success in life with hard work and a strong will.
- Kinsugna: Kinsugna natives find happiness and purpose in life in helping people and doing charity. They are fortunate, get a good education, and live a rich life.
This is a generic discussion on Karanas. It is clear that Karana also holds importance in building human nature and characteristics. Thus, an astrological consultation seems incomplete if the importance of karana is not estimated.
To Conclude,
So, if you want to unearth what your Karana says about you, consult Astrologer Sourav Chatterjee (Roy), the best astrologer in North Kolkata. You will not only know your Karana but also get remedies to nullify your life challenges.
Good luck!
