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NAVVRAS THE ESSENCE OF LIFE…

Jun 2013 Vol.I / Issue2

JUPITER TRANSIT 2013

Movement spells change and significant movement of heavyweight planets

spells bigger change. The heavyweight planet of our solar system Jupiter, the

mentor of Gods - Guru moved into the sign of Gemini or Mithuna on May 31,

2013 and will stay in that sign for the subsequent 13 months.

Jupiter is saatvik energy, a benevolent planet that rules over justice, wisdom,

auspicious events and good fortune for each individual. Since Jupiter is such

a significant planet, that determines the foundations of life and decisions of

individuals; combined with the fact that it stays in a zodiacal sign for a long

duration of 13 months, the impact on life will be significant too and also quite

specific. What the coming 13 months augur for each sign, would depend on

the transit from natal moon, the sign it is transiting through, houses ruled etc.

Brihaspati first in his birth from the vast light,

in the highest heavenly space, with his seven

fronts, with his seven rays, with his many

births, drives utterly away the darknesses that

encompass us with his cry. ---Rig Veda

As Jupiter steps into the dual sign of Gemini, ruled by Mercury, individuals

can expect that the wisdom and maturity of Guru will blend with the incisive

and persuasive communication of Mercury. Now whether this combination

can work wonders for an individual or indicates caution - to watch against

smart-mouthing for one’s own interest will depend on where Jupiter transits

from natal moon and whether it will be auspicious or trying. You can read the

prediction for your sign by clicking here.

ALWAYS LEARNING

The light of Guru shines on your

soul illuminating the being and

defines life’s purpose. The

process of learning is perpetual

as Guru tattva is embedded all

around. As you begin to learn

from anything and everyone, the

lotus of your heart opens up to

receive and blossom. I wish you

an enjoyable journey each day,

exulting in your learning. With

Love and Light

Guruji Shrii Arnav

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THE BRIHASPATI TEMPLE IN KUMBHAKONAM – ALANGUDI

The holy place of Kumbhakonam is the place of the ultimate parihara. The sacred place is home to the famous and powerful Navgraha temples – all located in fair proximity to each other. Among these, the temple of Jupiter or Brihaspati is also there and goes by the name of Alangudi.

As one approaches the temple, place and its energies are marked by a distinct ease and it seems that suddenly one has entered a safe zone where kindness is the order. The beauty lies in the fact that the temple town of Kubhakonam, it is far flung from the city life and therefore, despite hundreds and thousands of devotees flocking there the temples have retained their ancient charm, power and energy!

Known as the Sri Abathsahayeswarar Temple of Aranyeshwara, the temple is dedicated to Dakshinamurthy Shiva and his consort Parvati. Dakshinamurthy is the guru form of Shiva. In this temple, there is an engraving of Lord Brihaspati and does not appear as a separate idol.

When Shiva swallowed halahala (poison) that surfaced after the great churning of the ocean for nectar (amrita manthan), he came to be known as abathsahayeshwarar, meaning savior.

REMEDY/ PARIHARA FOR GURU/ JUPITER

Guru is the destroyer of ignorance – he that shines light and shows the path. The Alangudi temple is a popular place of pilgrimage and is often visited by individuals who may be undergoing a tough dasha of Jupiter.

Visiting this temple is a powerful remedy to overcome many negative results of an unfavorable Guru. This can be done once and Guru remedy further carried out by -

Fasting on Thursdays

Visiting the temple of Saibaba, Dakshinamurthy or Guru Dattatreya

Making offerings of yellow cloth, yellow flowers, chick peas and bananas

Chanting of Guru Mantra: OM GRAANG GREENG GROUNG SAH GURUVE NAMAH. This is the mantra for planet Jupiter. Jupiter stands for blessing and support of elders, excellent fortune and spirituality. The mantra can be chanted 11, 27, 54 or 108 times every morning.

O Brihaspati, that which is the highest supreme of

existence, thither from this world they attain and take

their seat who touch the Truth. For thee are dug the

wells of honey which drain this hill and their

sweetness streams out on every side and breaks into

overflowing

The Gopuram of Alangudi temple

Lord Brihaspati

The way to Alangudi- Abode of Guru

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YELLOW SAPPHIRE – THE GEM OF JUPITER

The gemstone representing the positive powers of Jupiter in Vedic

Astrology and Vedic Gemology is the Yellow Sapphire also known

widely as Pushparagam and Pukhraj.

Jupiter is a natural benefic planet and represents good fate and

fortune, divine guidance, divine grace, education, power of speech and

knowledge. This planet also represents continuation of the family tree,

power of mantras, and guidance from Guru or preceptors, fame and

public acclaim. Jupiter is also known as Guru and Brihaspati.

It is a well known fact that if a female individual is having obstacles in

getting married, she should wear a properly consecrated Yellow

Sapphire gemstone. This remedy will remove the obstacles in getting

married.

The best source for natural yellow sapphire is Srilanka.

The picture above is of a luscious golden butter yellow natural,

treatment-free yellow sapphire of 4.07 carats from Srilanka available at

www.gemstoneuniverse.com!

Tips for choosing a good yellow sapphire:

- Give more emphasis to quality rather than weight (a starting

weight of 2 carats is very good)

- Insist on treatment-free gem and certification verifying the

same

- Clarity and lustre should be excellent

- If you are choosing a yellow sapphire for gem therapy, trust

your instinct

Honours!!

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The awards were received by Mr. Raghav Hawa, Chief Manager Operations, received the awards on behalf of Gemstoneuniverse in Mumbai. The organization remains committed to the discipline of planetary gemology and to providing the best experience and value addition to the patrons.

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