JYOTISHA RATNA RECOMMENDATION

JYOTISHA RATNA RECOMMENDATION Name Gender Priyanka Female Date of Birth 21 July 1964 Time of Birth Place of Birth 00h10m 28.61 N **77.21 E Namaste Priyanka: It is important to appreciate that gems do not possess 'magical' powers, and superstition toward gemstones is not warranted. Flawless gems, which are properly energized by mantra and positive intention, have a "signal-repeater" capacity similar to a radio crystal. HOW JYOTISHA GEMSTONES WORK Positioned at sensitive points along the body's psychic nerve system, gems can strengthen and repeat the higher thoughts which one is consciously or unconsciously thinking and believing. the nature of the thoughts and beliefs which one holds are critically important to getting successful results from wearing a flawless gemstone. Each person is born with a 'default' set of beliefs and expectations. Each graha represents an area of belief. 1. Surya plays out beliefs about divine creativity and intelligence. 2. Chandra projects beliefs about being cared for and belonging in a place. 3. Mangala expresses one s subconscious expectation regarding movement and vitality. 4. Budha articulates beliefs about one s communication and inner thoughts. 5. Guru expresses deep convictions about abundance and expansion. 6. Shukra carries out beliefs about pleasure and wealth. 7. Shani manifests beliefs about material survival and safety. 8. Rahu expresses expectations about excitement and desire 9. Ketu carries out beliefs regarding spiritual detachment. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 1 of 17

REJUVENATION AND POSITIVE CHANGE Each graha rules a particular amsha, receives drishti, and has other specialized characteristics which determine the beliefs and expectations that the native will carry into this life. With sufficient spiritual attention, these thoughts are fully capable of rejuvenation and improvement at the source. However, most people will operate with an essentially unchanging, repetitive, habitual set of inborn subconscious expectations, throughout their busy lives. Gem prescriptions are made on the presumption that the karma of habitual thought and belief will remain largely unchanged during the person's life. However, it is important to appreciate that this karma (the mandate to act and react) can be changed through reflective intention at any time. Nevertheless, the compulsion toward repetitive, culturally-reinforced thought is so strong that most people indeed do not take the initiative to change it., for better or for worse, gem prescriptions based on the condition of the planets at birth do tend to be quite accurate. PHILOSOPHY OF GEM PRESCRIPTION There is a school of Jyotisha practice called pratikula which philosophizes that strengthening a naturally malefic graha is an effective method of reversing its karma. I do not agree with this school of thought. My understanding is that the remedial power of precious crystalline gemstones proceeds from the capability of a pure, flawless, non-heat-treated gem to conduct and amplify human subconscious expectations. The most subtle human thoughts are very fine-granulation. Humans are not normally even aware that they are repeating a pattern of thoughts and expectations constantly, day-in and day-out. However this subtle pattern of imagery and instruction is going on all the time. The power of the gems is to pick up these subtle thoughts, similar to the way a radio crystal picks up a radio signal. The flawless gemstone then amplifies the signal so that a human being can hear it clairaudiently, as a voice of intuition or inner counsel. Each graha has its own program of thoughts and instructions carried over from past lives into the current life. It is beneficial to strengthen the instructions which come from subha-graha, but it is never beneficial to strengthen the instructions which are emitting from the papa-graha. Thus only positive prescriptions are offered. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 2 of 17

WEAK BENEFICS ONLY (Anukula Method) This document adheres to the prescription policy * Anukula method * to strengthen weak benefics only. A benefic graha may obtain benefic status either naturally or temporally/ If a graha has the dharmic qualities of a trine-ruler (1, 5, or 9) the traditional rules of Jyotisha suggest that under appropriate circumstances (proper intention, proper energizing of the ratna, and correct timing of application) a properly chosen and properly prepared precious gem can help strengthen positive outcome from the positive thoughts which guide the programming of the graha during this lifetime. Let s have a look at the graha in your kundali, Priyanka, to determine which Jyotisha remedial ratna might be beneficial for you. Radix lagna Chandra Swamsha Atmakaraka 4th quarter (pada) of Ashwini nakshatra, ruled by Ketu 2nd quarter (pada) of Jyestha nakshatra, ruled by Budha Navamsha lagna Karkata * Ashlesha nakshatra Mangala Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 3 of 17

Surya Observations SURYA Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 87: Ravi-ratna * gem for Surya Ratna Prescription manika Instructions Manikya * Ruby * Rupiya Surya * Rules the 4th bhava counted from Mesha lagna Surya occupies Karkata rashi in bhava-4 (folk culture, schooling) Surya * rules the 2nd navamsha; Surya * rules the 4th from Soma Surya yuti Budha Surya accepts no Parashari drishti "For the Aries (Mesha) Ascendant Sun is rules the 5th a trine and is a friend of Mars and the rules the Ascendant. The natives of this ascendant will profit considerably by wearing a Ruby. They will become very intelligent, there will be spiritual development in them, they will be blessed with children, will be bestowed honours and will be favoured by Government. The beneficial effects of the gem will be more pronounced in the major period of Sun. " Surya does rule a trine house (5) Surya does qualify as a weak benefic (anukula method). Ruby * Ravi-ratna (manika) * highly recommended Ruby * manika * for Surya: 1. Set in gold. 2. Place on the third finger ("ring finger") of right hand on a Sunday. 3. Chant Surya mantra. "Aum grinih suryaya namah" * 4. Repeat 108 times Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 4 of 17

According to Dr. G.S. Kapoor (1994). Gems and Astrology, Ranjan Pub, Delhi., p. 91: "...The Ruby to be worn should be at least 2-l/2 carats in weight and should not have Inauspicious flaws... It should be got set in a ring of gold mixed with copper on a Sunday, Monday or Thursday. This ring should be a touching ring so that the stone touches the skin. The ring should be worn as soon as possible after Sunrise on a Sunday of the bright half of the lunar month.... The ring should be worn in the ring (third) finger. The Ruby is a very expensive gem stone. Those who cannot afford to purchase a Ruby can use any of the following substitutes Red Spinel, Star Ruby, Pyrope Garnet, Red Zircon or Red Tourmaline. It should, however, be noted that Ruby or its substitutes should never be worn with Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gomedha and Cat's Eye and their substitutes. Chandra Observations CHANDRA Chandra rules the 4th bhava from Mesha lagna Jyestha Chandra occupies bhava-8 Chandra * rules the Karkata navamsha Chandra accepts Parashari drishti of Shani + Kuja presently oppressed by drishti from samchara Shani-Kanya until Aug 2012 Ratna Prescription For Chandra Functioning as the bandhupathi, Chandra * not a trikona lord. However L-4 Chandra in 5 th from swakshetra * benevolent for obtaining landed property and vehicles, as well as profit from speculative investment in schools and other buildings or shelters Chandra * a not weak benefic Chandra-ratna * Moti * flawless natural Vedic pearl * recommended during the present Chandra mahadasha only. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 5 of 17

Dr. G. S. Kapoor (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 92: Moti * Mukthi Instructions Chandra has no enemies According to Dr. G.S. Kapoor (1994) p. 95: "For the Aries Ascendant Moon is the rules the 4th house. The rules the Ascendant Mars is a friend of Moon. Therefore by wearing a Pearl an Aries Ascendant native will get freedom from mental disturbances, happiness from mother, success in educational activities and he will gain landed and house property. The results will be more pronounced in the major period and subperiods of Moon. It will give more beneficial results if worn with Red Coral the gem stone of Mars the rules the Ascendant. " Flawless Natural Pearl (moti * mukthi) for Chandra. 1. Set in silver or platinum. 2. Place on the ring finger of the right hand (ring finger * adjacent to the "pinkie", second from the edge of the palm), 3. on a Monday night. 4. Chant Chandra mantra. "Aum som somaya namah" 5. Repeat 108 times "...The Pearl to be worn should be of 2, 4, 6 or 11 carats. It should be purchased and set in a silver ring on Monday or Thursday (never Saturday) and after observing the other rituals mentioned earlier and reciting the Mantra "Aum som somaya namah" 108 times, o the ring should be worn on a Monday morning in the bright half of the lunar month. Those who cannot afford to buy a Pearl can wear Moon-stone... The ring should be worn in the ring finger of the right hand. " Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 6 of 17

Mangala Observations MANGALA Ratna Prescription Moonga G. S. Kapoor Mangala-ratna Rules the1st and 8th from Mesha lagna Rules the 1st and 6th from Vrischika Chandra Mangala * yogakaraka ruler of 5th-10th Kuja accepts Parashari drishti of friendly Chandra Mangala = Atmakaraka * the graha of highest spiritual aspiration Lagnesha Mangala does rule a trikona from Mesha lagna ( 1) Mangala does qualify as a weak benefic Mangala-ratna, the flawless Coral (Moonga) * strongly recommended as a lifetime gem Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 95: "For the Aries Ascendant Mars is rules the Ascendant. The person with this ascendant should wear Coral all his life. Red Coral will bestow good health, longevity, courage, name, fame and happiness. It will neutralize the evil effects if Mars is ill disposed or is afflicted in any way. " Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 7 of 17

Instructions Red Coral Moonga Coral (moonga) for Mangala Set in gold or copper (or a gold-with-copper mix). Place on the ring finger of the right hand, on a Tuesday. Chant Mangala mantra. "Aum ang angarakaya namah" * Repeat 108 times According to Dr. G.S. Kapoor (1994, p. 99) "...The weight of the stone should not be less than 6 carats. The stone should be purchased and got set in the ring on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. The ring, after observing the usual rituals, should be worn one hour after Sunrise on a Tuesday of the bright half of the lunar month in the ring finger of the right hand. The mantra should also be recited 108 times before wearing the ring. Red Coral is not a very costly stone and we should recommend that for remedial purposes only the Red Coral should be used. Its substitutes, however, are Sang Moongi, Carnelian and Red Jasper. Carnelian is the best substitute. It is cheap and easily available. Important: Emerald, Diamond. Blue Sapphire, Gomedha and Cat's Bye and their substitutes should never be worn with Red Coral and its substitutes." NOTE: Pure Coral is especially tricky to purchase, because the stone is frequently dyed or filled with resin. Be sure to purchase only an authenticated coral provided by a certified gemologist, who can affirm that any cracks in the Coral have not been filled with resin. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 8 of 17

Observations BUDHA Budha Budha occupies bhava-4 in Karkata rashi Budha bhratrupathi ruling 3 and 6 from Mesha lagna L-8 and L-11 from Vrischika Chandra Budha * rules the 3-12 navamsha Budha accepts no Parashari drishti Budha occupies 9th-from-Sauman Budha rules the Arudha Lagna * public opinion, reputation, public belief about who you are, your worth and your most salient public role Ratna Prescription panna G. S. Kapoor Budha-Ratna Budha does not rule a trikona bhava from lagna ( not 1, not 5, not 9 ) Budha-ratna emerald (panna) * never recommended According to Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 99 : "For the Aries Ascendant Mercury is rules thetwo bad houses the 3rd and 6th. It is not advisable for the natives of this Ascendant to wear Emerald. However, Emerald may be used in the major period of Mercury if he is in his own sign in the 3rd or the 6th." Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 9 of 17

Observations GURU Guru Brihaspati * rules the 9th and 12th from Mesha lagna Brihaspati * L-2 and L-5 from Vrischika Chandra Guru * rules the 6th and 9th navamsha Guru rules several trines and Guru occupies the radical lagna Quotation from Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 104: Guru-Ratna Ratna Prescription Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) "For the Aries Ascendant, Jupiter is rules the 9th and 12th houses. On account of his being rules the 9th Trine, Jupiter is benevolent for this Ascendant. Consequently wearing a yellow sapphire by a native of this Ascendant will make him intellectual, charitable, religiously inclined, respectful towards elders and bestow on him good fortune, wealth, honours, name and fame. These results will be more pronounced in the major and sub-periods of Jupiter. If Jupiter is exalted in 4th house it will give rise to Hamsa yoga (one of the Panchamahapurusha yogas) and will give the native unexpected rise in life if he wears a Yellow Sapphire. If as rules the 9th Jupiter is ill disposed or afflicted in any way in the birth chart, wearing of Yellow Sapphire will protect him from the set-backs caused by the adverse position of Jupiter. " Guru does rule a trikona from Mesha lagna Brihaspati does qualify as a weak benefic Guru-ratna * Pushkara-raja * yellow sapphire * highly recommended. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 10 of 17

Instructions Yellow Sapphire (pukhraj) for Guru Set in gold. 1. Place on the index finger of the right hand, 2. on a Thursday, within an hour of sunrise. 3. Chant Guru mantra."aum brim brihaspataye namah" * 4. Repeat 108 times Instructions Quotation from Dr. G. S. Kapoor (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 108: "...Yellow Sapphire should always be got set in a gold ring on a Monday or Thursday. The weight should not be less than three carats. It should not be of 6, 11 or 15 carats. After observing the usual rituals and reciting the following mantra 108 times, the ring may be worn in the ring finger of the right hand on a Thursday morning of the bright half of the lunar month. The substitutes for Yellow Sapphire are Yellow Pearl, Yellow Zircon, Yellow Tourmaline, Topaz and Citrine (Quartz Topaz). Important: Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gomedha, and Cat's Eye should never be worn with Yellow Sapphire." Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 11 of 17

Shukra Observations SHUKRA Ratna Prescription Hira Quotation from Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 102: Shukra-ratna Maraka Shukra * L-2 and L-7 from Mesha lagna Shukra * L-7 and L-12 from Vrischika Chandra Shukra * L-4 and L-11 in navamsha Shukra accepts Parashari drishti of Chandra Shukra * does not rule a trikona (not 1, not 5, not 9) Shukra * not a weak beneficdiamond * not recommended "For the Aries Ascendant, Venus is rules the two death inflicting houses. Moreover Mars, the rules this Ascendant is an enemy of Venus. It is, therefore, not advisable for the natives of this Ascendant to wear a Diamond. o However, Diamond may be worn in the major period of Venus, if necessary, if Venus is in his own sign or is exalted in the 12th house. But those in whose birth chart short life is indicated or those who are seriously ill should never wear Diamond. Instead in such circumstances they should wear Red Coral, the gem stone of the rules this Ascendant." Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 12 of 17

Observations SHANI Shani Shani * Lord of 10 and 11 from Mesha lagna Shani * rules the3 and 4 from Vrishabha Chandra Shani * rules the 7 and 8 from navamsha lagna Shani accepts incoming Parashari drishti from Lord Rahu Quotation from Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 114 Shani-ratna Ratna Prescription neelam Instructions Blue Sapphire * Nila * Neeliya * Neelam "For the Aries Ascendant, Saturn is the rules the 10th and the 11th houses. Both are benevolent houses; still, on account of the lordship of the 11th house, Saturn is not considered a very benevolent planet for this Ascendant. But we are of the view that if Saturn is posited in the 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th (in his sign of exaltation), 9th, 10th (in his own sign) and 11th (in his own sign) Blue Sapphire can be worn with advantage in the major period of Saturn. When Saturn is in Libra in the 7th he will be exalted and when he is in the 10th in his own sign Capricorn it will give rise to Sasha Yoga the result of which has been described as under: "The person born in [Sasha] yoga will command good servants. His character will be questionable. He will be head of a village or a town or even a king, will covet others' riches and will be wicked in disposition" The wearing of Blue Sapphire will enhance the good effects of the [Sahasya] yoga." Shani does not rule a trikona (not 1, not 5, not 9). It is recommended for you, Priyanka, to wear the gemstone Blue Sapphire only during the mahadasha of Shani. Blue Sapphire (Neelam) for Shani 1. Set in silver or platinum. (-or- steel or Ashta Dhatu.) 2. Place on the second finger of right hand (adjacent to index finger) 3. on a Saturday 4. Chant Shani mantra."aum sham shanaiascaraya namah"* 5. Repeat 108 times Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 13 of 17

Shani-ratna For this nativity, Recommended ONLY during mahadasha of Shani Quotation from Dr. G. S. Kapoor. (1994). Gems and Astrology. Ranjan Publications, New Delhi. p. 114 "... Blue Sapphire should be got set in a ring of steel. (If that is not possible Ashta Dhatu should be used.) On a Saturday (or Friday) and after observing the usual rituals and reciting Aum sham shanaiascaraya namah mantra 108 times, the ring should be worn in the middle finger of the right hand on a Saturday two hours before Sunset. The Blue Sapphire should be of at least 5 carats. o The substitutes for Blue Sapphire are Blue Zircon, Amethyst, Blue Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Spinel and Neeli. Important: Ruby... or Yellow Sapphire should never be worn along with Blue Sapphire." Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 14 of 17

Observations RAHU Ratna Prescription Gomedha Rahu Rahu occupies bhava-3 counted from Mesha lagna Rahu s ruler * Budha-Karkata in 2nd-from-Rahu Rahuva accepts no Parashari drishti Often a passion for communicative acts such as writing Gomedha is not recommended Seva To rectify ignorance or confusion Seva offered to adult learners, such as introductory skills teaching at a community college or a local service programme Seva of producing messages such as advertising or website production for charitable organizations but always check veracity of content! Ketu Observations KETU Ratna Prescription Ketu occupies 9th radical bhava and 6th navamsha As the ruler of your Azwini radical lagna, Professor Ketu delivers some very important instruction. Ketu periods are beneficial for spiritual learning and also may introduce some out of the box thinking which leads you to a psychic state wherein you may see an opening for innovation and invention. Religious doctrine may seem rather pointless sometimes, due to lack of genuine connection to the principles purported to contain a lasting truth. Nevertheless you practice and even take teachings from guru-figures. The goal is to expand your reach, into the material and spiritual realms both. Ketu periods are positively excellent for extended wandering around the globe Vaidurya, the Ketu-ratna, is not recommended. However, the pushkara-raja yellow sapphire for Guru will indirectly enhance the spiritual benefits of Ketu-9 Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 15 of 17

IN SUMMARY Priyanka, the gem recommendations for your nativity are: Flawless Ruby * manika * to support vidyapathi Surya Flawless Natural Pearl * moti mukthi mukta * to support bandhupathi Chandra Flawless Red Coral * moonga * to support kalpapathi Mangala Flawless Yellow Sapphire * pushkarya raja-ratna * pukhraj * to support dharmapathi Guru PRIORITY 1. Flawless Natural Pearl * suitable to wear during your 10-year mahadasha of Chandra. A ruby * manikya * and an oxblood-red coral, set in gold, may be added at any time to the flawless Natural Pearl during the mahadasha of Chandra, according to one s taste and budget. Manika and Moonga both help career because Surya rules 10 th from Chandra while Mangala rules 10 th navamsha. Please be advised that synthetic pearls whilst lovely in appearance do not have the proper cellular structure to serve as Jyotisha ratna. Therefore only natural pearls will work for the purpose of signal-repeating of positive thought. 2. Flawless Red Coral * may be combined with Chandra-ratna during the Chandra mahadasha or the Moonga may be worn alone. It is also beneficial to wear Ruby during Mangala mahadasha. To enhance the financial benefits of Chandra-Mangala yoga, the Natural Pearl + the Oxblood-Red Coral may be continued during the mahadasha of Mangala. A pukhraj yellow-sapphire or citrine set in gold to support the life-force-vitality may be added at any time, according to taste and budget but during Kuja Mahadasha only the Moonga is really essential. 3. Flawless Yellow Sapphire only (no other ratna, moti, no moonga) should be worn during Mahadasha of Rahu 4. During the mahadasha of Brihaspati, the Guru-ratna may be combined with Mangala-Ratna and Surya-ratna all set in pure gold. 5. During the mahadasha of Shani wear ONLY a blue sapphire, pure and flawless. You will live a long life, Priyanka, and be highly respected in your old age. Therefore the Shani-ratna will be useful to maintain your dignity. Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 16 of 17

SEVA Jyotisha remedial ratna are generally expensive, due to world marketing of ornamental luxury gems. Therefore it may be advisable to choose a path of Seva in preference to using gems, at least until one has acquired sufficient wealth to justify a gem purchase. All planetary imbalances, without exception, may be corrected by means of selfless service to those immediately below one s own station in life. Seva is always effective for improving the intelligence and transforming ignorance into wisdom. For graha that do not qualify for remedial gem application, offering Seva consistently as a form of selfeducation will correct all planetary deficiencies. And Seva is free! QUALITY AND HANDLING OF GEMS Flawless gems are expensive. Purchasing decisions should be made in consultation with a trusted Vedic-trained gemologist. It might be easiest to start with a single gem of modest size, and combine the recommended ratna as your finances allow. For all remedial gemstones, be sure to cleanse the stone energetically with extreme attention to proper mantra. According to Dr. G.S. Kapoor in Gems and Astrology (1994, p 91) It is very important for all gem stones that before wearing them they should be kept immersed for sometime in unboiled milk or Ganges water. Afterwards the stones should be worshipped with flowers and incense, and the Mantras of the planets should be recited 108 times." Priyanka, I hope you enjoy this Jyotisha gem prescription and the attached Jyotisha nativity with Vimshottari Dasha timeline in PDF format. Wishing you best success in Jyotisha studies. Barbara Pijan Lama, Jyotisha * www.barbarapijan.com bpijanlamajyotisha@msn.com Jyotisha Remedial Ratna Recommendation by Barbara Pijan Lama * 25 July 2015 * Page 17 of 17