A New Method on Birth Time Rectification: Astrology of Sadhu Paddathi

By Shri R. K. Das | Saptarishis Publications | English

A New Method on Birth Time Rectification: Astrology of Sadhu Paddathi by Shri R. K. Das presents the Sadhu Paddathi approach to birth-time rectification through traditional astrological and astro-mathematical techniques.

The book addresses an important practical problem in astrology: the recorded birth time may not always be exact. R.K. Das explains a systematic approach for working with an uncertain or incorrect birth time and demonstrates the calculations through practical examples.

The book covers important factors used in the Sadhu Paddathi approach, including Sunrise and Sunset, the Moon, Time, Ayanamsa, Navamsa, Ascendants and Descendants, Gulika, Yamakantaka, Tattvas, Pre-natal Epoch, Pranapada and the Sun’s Nakshatra.

Key Features

• Detailed treatment of Birth Time Rectification
• Introduction to the Sadhu Paddathi method
• Astro-mathematical approach to determining birth time
• Discussion of Gulika and Yamakantaka
• Coverage of Tattvas and their importance
• Explanation of Pranapada
• Importance of the Sun’s Nakshatra
• Coverage of Ayanamsa and Navamsa
• Practical examples and case studies
• Useful tables and calculations for astrological practice
• Suitable for students and practitioners of Vedic astrology

What You Will Learn

The book provides a structured study of the calculations and astrological factors involved in birth-time rectification. It explains how factors such as the Moon, sunrise, sunset, ascendant, Tattvas, Pranapada and Nakshatras are incorporated into the Sadhu Paddathi approach.

It also contains practical cases that help readers understand how the method can be applied rather than presenting the subject only as theoretical material.

Contents

Chapter I – Sunrise & Sunset

Understanding sunrise and sunset calculations and their relevance to astrological time determination.

Chapter II – The Moon

Discussion of the Moon and its importance in determining birth-related astrological factors.

Chapter III – Time

Fundamental concepts and calculations concerning time used in birth rectification.

Chapter IV – Ayanamsa

Introduction to Ayanamsa and its application within the astrological calculations.

Chapter V – Navamsa Signs

Study of Navamsa signs and their role in astrological calculations.

Chapter VI – Navamsa–Dwadasamsa

Coverage of Navamsa and Dwadasamsa divisions.

Chapter VII – Ascendants & Descendants

Discussion of the Ascendant and Descendant and their significance in chart calculations.

Chapter VIII – Gulika

Exploration of Gulika and its calculation.

Chapter IX – Yamakantaka

Calculation and astrological consideration of Yamakantaka.

Chapter X – Tattvas

Introduction to the Tattva system.

Chapter XI – Importance of Tattvas

Further explanation of the role of Tattvas in the rectification process.

Chapter XII – Pre-natal Epoch

A method discussed for determining or refining the year of birth.

Chapter XIII – Pranapada

Study of Pranapada and its application in birth-time analysis.

Chapter XIV – Importance of Sun’s Nakshatra

The role of the Sun’s Nakshatra in the Sadhu Paddathi approach.

Chapter XV – Some Practical Cases

Practical examples demonstrating the application of the techniques.

Chapter XVI – Rules Retold

A consolidated presentation of the rules discussed throughout the book.

Appendix

The book also includes useful reference tables relating to:

• Local Mean Time of Sunrise
• Local Mean Time of Sunset
• Ascendant Points
• Sidereal Time
• Nirayan Ascendants
• Palas
• Weekdays
• Star Groups

Why Read This Book?

Birth-time accuracy is an important consideration in traditional astrological chart analysis. When the recorded birth time is uncertain, astrologers may use rectification techniques to investigate a more suitable time.

This book is particularly useful for readers who want to study a specific traditional rectification methodology rather than only general astrology. Its combination of explanations, calculations, tables and practical cases makes it suitable as a reference for serious students and practitioners.

Who Is This Book For?

• Vedic Astrology students
• Jyotish practitioners
• Astrologers studying birth-time rectification
• Students interested in astro-mathematical calculations
• Researchers of traditional astrology techniques
• Readers interested in Sadhu Paddathi
• Advanced learners of predictive astrology

About the Author

Shri R. K. Das was a scholar and practitioner of Vedic astrology and the author of this work on Sadhu Paddathi. The book reflects his attempt to present a systematic method for dealing with birth-time rectification through astrological and mathematical calculations.