07-07-2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Ashtakvarga in Astrology: A Comprehensive Guide
Ashtakvarga table is a powerful tool used to assess the strength of planets in a
. While most people are familiar with charts and planetary positions, Ashtakvarga gives us a deeper and more numerical approach to understanding how much support each planet receives in various signs—and how fruitful a particular period may be.
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The word Ashtakvarga means eightfold division, as it involves eight planetary contributors: the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, and the ascendant (Lagna). Rahu and Ketu are not considered in this system.
Each planet forms its own Ashtakvarga chart, showing how strongly it is supported by the other seven planets and the lagna when placed in the 12 zodiac signs. The strength is represented through bindus (points)—ranging from 0 to 8 per sign.
The higher the number of bindus in a sign, the more favorable and powerful that sign becomes for that planet.
All these individual planetary charts are combined into a master table called the Sarvashtakvarga table, which gives a total score for each of the 12 houses. This score helps astrologers judge which areas of life (represented by houses) are strong or weak for the individual.
For example, if the 10th house (career and profession) has a high score—say above 30—it indicates good support for career growth.
A low score might suggest challenges or delays in that area.
Astrologers use the Ashtakvarga table to:
Time important events like marriage, job change, or travel
Predict transit results more precisely
Identify strong and weak houses in the chart
Provide more personalized guidance based on actual strength rather than just placement
The Ashtakvarga table adds a mathematical and practical layer to traditional chart reading, making predictions more specific and grounded in planetary dynamics.
