Author: Sanjay Rath

PJC Year-1 Curriculum

This constitutes the foundation of Vedic Astrology, wherein the teachings of Sage Parashara are explained in scientific detail. To ensure a robust foundation, it is essential to comprehend the principles embedded within each Shloka (verse). All planetary aspects (Drishtis) are derived logically and are not arbitrary.

The highlight of this year is the initiation into the sacred Mantra of Maharishi Parashara. Those who have participated in the contact program have already received the benefit of this initiation. Others may consider scheduling a private consultation with the Jyotish Guru to receive the initiation.

Certification is optional as Jyotish is a Vedanga or spiritual subject. ♦ Students who wish to become teachers or guides for any course must be certified.
♥ Students who wish to work as professional counselors are encouraged to consider certification.
♠ The authority and honors such as Jaimini Vidwan (JSP), Jyotish Pandit (PJC Year-3), Jyotish Guru (PJC Year-5) or any similar recognition will not be conferred on a person who does not meet the certification requirements.
♣ Each certification has its own process which depends on the program (and course)

Brahma taught the Vedas and Vedangas (which include astrology) to his mental son, Narada. Some astrological teachings are found in the Narada Samhita. Devarshi Narada, in turn, passed this knowledge on to Maharishi Shaunak. Maharishi Parashara was a disciple of Maharishi Shaunak and acquired a thorough knowledge of the Vedas and Vedangas from his guru, as well as profound teachings from his illustrious grandfather, Maharishi Vashistha.

His magnum opus, the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, is a traditional dialogue with his disciple, Maharishi Maitreya, in which a humble disciple asks questions with a sincere heart and is taught the entire Hora Shastra. The Vishnu Purana contains a similar dialogue between Parashara and Maitreya. Therefore, it is essential to study this Purana to better understand the sage’s teachings.