Encyclopedia of Vedic Astrology: Yogas

Encyclopedia of Vedic Astrology: Yogas by Shanker Adawal is an in-depth reference work dedicated to the study of planetary yogas in Vedic astrology. The book explains how different planetary combinations, configurations, and relationships influence various aspects of life, including wealth, career, marriage, health, intelligence, spirituality, authority, and longevity. It examines both classical yogas described in ancient scriptures and their practical application in modern horoscope analysis.

The author discusses the logic behind yoga formation, emphasizing that not every planetary combination produces significant results. Readers learn how to evaluate the strength of planets, house ownership, sign placement, aspects, conjunctions, and dashas before concluding whether a yoga will manifest. The book covers hundreds of important yogas—including Raj Yogas, Dhana Yogas, Panch Mahapurusha Yogas, Nabhasa Yogas, Chandra Yogas, Arishta Yogas, Parivartana Yogas, and Manglik (Kuja) Dosha—supported by practical interpretations and horoscope examples. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the formation, activation, and predictive significance of yogas in a birth chart.

Key Topics

• Fundamentals of planetary Yogas
• Raj Yogas and Dhana Yogas
• Panch Mahapurusha Yogas
• Nabhasa Yogas and Chandra Yogas
• Parivartana Yogas (exchange combinations)
• Manglik (Kuja) Dosha and Arishta Yogas
• Evaluation of planetary strength in yoga formation
• Practical horoscope examples and predictive techniques