Ranjan Publications
60 books
There is a misconception in some quarters ‘that the holy Vedas recognize only astronomy and not astrology. This misconception has been very ably removed by the author by references to the chapters and verses from the Vedas. For the first time in the history of the astrological literature it has been shown on the basis of the recognized principles of spirituality why a particular planet is exalted in a particular nakshatra of a ...
Normally a person can be judged by his appearance and action. If we apply the same method for the study of Saturn we shall be highly mistaken. No doubt Saturn has his own inherent characteristics but unfortunately his actions are elusive. They do not appear to correspond to his characteristics and we are dumb founded in their interpretation. He is a congenital liar to say the least about him. He is an adept at disguises. It is ...
The questions pertaining to the routine and not so routine aspects of life have been elaborately discussed. Amonst the not so routine the questions of supernatural elements, the effects of ghosts, evil spirits, anger or gods and curses of previous incarnations have found places in separate chapters. The methods of judgement are the traditional methods, the Western methods and the Nakshatra Paddhati which has its origin in Meena’s ...
Bhrigu Sutram is the English translation of the book Bhrigu Sutram said to have been written by Maharishi Bhrigu himself. It is a forgotten but a very valuable ancient classic of Hindu Predictive astrology in which are described effects of the various planets in the twelve houses of the horoscope, in a very simple, direct, lucid, logical and meaningful manner. The learned author of these small but very useful work has delineated the effects of the planets in the ...
Astrology is not deterministic and it is given to man to change the course of events to avert the misery, agony and disaster threatened by evil influences of certain inauspicious combinations or dispositions or dispositions of planets by taking appropriate remedial measures in time. This approach is quite scientific and is in accordance with the modern line of thinking. Man is, no doubt, a creature of destiny but he is not entirely or absolutely its slave. Man ...
Properly read, thumbs are powerful indicators of the individual who possesses them. Note also that your left & right thumbs may well not be mirrors of each other. A most interesting book.
There are not many books on gems. Manik Chand Jain , in this book "Occult Power of Gems" has done a Yeoman service both to the gems and to their wearer. Valued readers very well received the book. Their response was really flattering and their persistent demand compelled us to bring out the second edition of it. A few new chapters have been added. This has been done to add the astrological significance to the use of gems. Separate chapters have ...
A survey of traditional methods for determining profession, with many contemporary chart examples, eg, for lawyers, scientists, poets, businessmen, etc.
The complete Text is in four chapters. Their Karakamsa, Arudha, Upapada and Navamsa are explained in the first chapter. The second chapter deals with longevity, diseases, profession, progeny and spouse. The third id concerned with longevity, nature and cause of death. Also there is an account of Raja yogas. The fourth offers an elaborate account of the prenatal epoch, and the principles can be applied to the natal charts. Now, for the first time all the four ...
A shining but never setting star in the astral skies – originally enunciated by the king-astrologer, Kalyana Varma. Even though a king by birth, he felt the utmost need to become familiar with the fascination of unfolding stellar secrets. The result: SARAVALI.
This voluminous work is divided into 55 chapters, each devoting to various delicate aspects of Astrology. Every requirement of the student is borne in mind by the author and the text ...
This is " Lal Kitab " in all its essence as regards astrology and remedial measures. The persian/urdu script of the text is the greatest handicap. By bringing out its contents in English, although in brief, is a service to readers, practitioners and the "Lal Kitab" itself.
"Modern" Indians, like "modern" peoples everywhere, have no interest in traditions & so rarely consult astrologers. As for the traditionally-minded, most Indians, like most westerners, do not have a personal astrologer, so usually rely on recommendations from priests at the local temple. The local temple is, of course, conservative & traditional. Astrologers they recommend will be those versed in traditional Vedic astrology. The ...
"Biorhythms of Natal Moon" otherwise called The Pancha Pakshi Shastra is a golden key in the hand of man which can be used with advantage in any endeavour and in any walk of life unlike the prevalent Biorhythm theories which reckon the cycles of time in terms of days only, too common for all humans. This system was propounded by ancient Tamil Sidha Saints and is now presented in English for the first time for universal benefits by the esteemed ...
Determination of longevity is an integral of horoscopy. It is as different and complicated as it is important. The author, who is both a teacher and a practitioner of the science, has dealt with the whole subject in an easy to understand style for the beginner as well as the seasoned. Beginning with the elementaries he proceeds in sequence to the more and more difficult aspects of subject culminating ultimately in their synthesis. First he outlines the essential ...
The Present work of Mukundacharya, a well-known Sanskrit scholar and traditional astrologer of lore, is supposed to assist the reader in reconstructing a horoscope in the absence of birth details. A Large number of aphorisms of explained herein based on the works of Varaha Mihira, Kalyana Varma, Amirchandra and Keralite scholars. Besides, an astrologer, who is well-versed with horary branch only is not unlikely to derive advantages of the rules Infra. At a ...
Karmic control Planets (dispositors of Rahu/ketu) are casually mentioned in my book: Rahu Ketu in Productive Astrology, I found out later that karmic control planets play a much more important role in shaping the destiny of a person than what I had visualised earlier. When Rahu / Ketu are so important in Hindu Predictive Astrology, Why not their depositors? If a planet can get modified simply by its rulership of a certain house, Why can a planet not get modified ...
For quite a long time there has been a persistent demand for an up to date and dependable self instructor or Hindu Astrology which could be of practical assistance to those who contemplate an initial study of the subject. This book is unique in the sense that it is written in very simple, lucid and instructive way and lessons prepared by one who has long personal experience of teaching astrology.
From the preface: Normally a person can be judged by his appearance & action. If we apply the same method for the study of Saturn we shall be highlhy mistaken. No doubt Saturn has his own inherent characteristics but unfortunately his actions are elusive. They do not appear to correspond to his characteristics & we are dumb founded in their interpretation. He is a congenital liar to say the least about him. He is an adept at disguises. It is hard to say where & ...
An early treatise on horary astrology, much copied by later authors. Some 244 Sanskrit slokas (included), as well as notes & comparisons to Parasara, Prasna Marga & other classics. Ranjan does not say who did the translation, but in the unsigned Publisher's note, there is a thanks to Mr. N. Balakrishnan for his help.
Germs are beautiful stones with a large variety of colours and high density. Their luster has been a source of attraction for the people since time immemorial. These precious stones are found almost in all parts of the world. India has been very rich gemstones. They are found in abundance in South India, especially in Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Bihar, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Karnataka.