Practice of consulting an astrologer before taking decision on any major tasks is ancient practice. Name to few are like in marriage, Match-making,engagement,home-warming, starting a new business venture, naming and cradling ceremony of newly born child, laying foundation stone for the construction of building, temple,Daiva Gudi and before cutting agricultural crops etc has been in vogue in Indian society since ancient time. Even rich and business tycoons are not spared in this regard. They too follow the same tradition.
But how far it is reliable, true and dependable to believe, is still the mystery? In spite of all these confusions, baffling thoughts, debates and discussions, people are still approaching astrologer for their final decision. Is it the right viable alternative for their problems?
But Hindu culture has always a matter of interest for people all over the world. Especially when it comes to Hindu weddings, the rituals and the festivities that are observed make them all the more a matter of intrigue. Let us look at the first and the most important step in a Hindu Wedding. The first step is matching of horoscopes between the probable bride and groom.
Horoscope Matching & Marriage:
First of all, let us take one example of horoscope matching of would be couple before marriage. Matching horoscope before marriage is a very integral part of a Hindu marriage. Normally it is resorted to even before the boy and girl get to meet each other. It is usually the parents who consult an astrologer who matches the couple’s zodiac compatibility (‘gun milan’/ ‘kundli milan’) as per their birth chart (‘janam patri’).
The horoscope of boy and girl are matched on the following 8 counts adding to a total of 36 points (‘gunas’).
· Varna;
· Vashya;
· Tara;
· Yoni;
· Graha-Matri;
· Gana;
· Bhakoot and
· Nadi
The theory goes as follows –
If the number of ‘gunas’ is more than 27 out of the total 36 then a match is considered best and if it is anywhere between 18 to 26, a marriage can be advised.
The main reason for ‘kundli milan’ is to ensure happy married life for the couple. Another way to see compatibility for the boy and the girl is to match their sun signs.
As per Vedic epics people from same group are usually compatible to each other and a marriage union can be very unhappy if they try to unite the incompatible elements. Starting from the sun sign Aries to Pisces star signs have a total of 78 different combinations for marriage couples. Astrology has great findings about specific traits which are typical to particular zodiac signs.
Zodiac compatibility is seen as a possibility for happy and successful marriage. Before a couple decides to unite in this holy matrimony they need to consult a professional for romantic compatibility reading. There are many other factors too that are also involved in marriage.
Marriage is a sacred relationship between a man and a woman. As per Indian society this is something which should last forever and divorce is still seen as a taboo in our society. Taking all careful steps by parents is logical to make a marriage work.
In today’s globalised world late marriages, love marriages, inter-cast or even inter-race marriages are common. Talking only about horoscope match doesn’t sound practical but it can give you some insight about person’s psychic and can be helpful in taking decision
Horoscope Matching is one of the most utilized aspects of Astrology that is being used since years for tying the knots of lifetime. Also known as Kundli Matching, Horoscope Matching is indeed a gift for one’s married life.
Shekar Moily
