Divisional Charts (Varga Charts)
In Vedic astrology, divisional charts (Varga Charts) are specialized charts derived by dividing each rasi (zodiac sign) into smaller segments. Each divisional chart provides detailed insights into specific areas of life, allowing for more precise and nuanced astrological analysis.
The concept of divisional charts is unique to Vedic astrology and represents one of its most sophisticated analytical tools. While the Rasi chart (D-1) provides a general overview of a person's life, divisional charts allow astrologers to examine specific aspects in greater detail.
Key Divisional Charts
Learn about the most important and commonly used divisional charts in Vedic astrology.
Varga Grouping & Amsabala
Understand how planetary strength is assessed across multiple divisional charts.
Practical Applications
Explore how divisional charts are applied in real-world astrological analysis.
Understanding Divisional Charts
Each divisional chart is created by dividing the 12 zodiac signs into a specific number of parts and mapping those parts to different signs. For example, in D-9 (Navamsa), each sign is divided into 9 equal parts of 3°20' each.
Calculation Method
To create a divisional chart, each rasi is divided into equal parts (except for D-30 which uses unequal divisions). The position of planets in these divisions determines their placement in the divisional chart according to specific mapping rules.
Interpretation
Each divisional chart is interpreted separately, focusing on the specific life area it represents. The same astrological principles apply, but the focus changes based on the chart's signification.
Practical Application
Astrologers select the appropriate divisional chart based on the question or life area being examined. For career matters, D-10 is consulted; for marriage, D-9; for children, D-7; and so on.
Planetary Strength
A planet's strength can be assessed by examining its position across multiple divisional charts, a concept known as Varga Grouping and Amsabala (divisional strength).
Levels of Operation
According to Vedic astrology, divisional charts operate at different planes of existence, providing insights into various aspects of human experience from the physical to the karmic.
Physical Plane (D-1 to D-12)
These divisional charts operate in the physical plane and show physical matters like body, wealth, residence, spouse, children, and parents.
| Chart | Division | Signification |
|---|---|---|
| Rasi Chart (D-1) | The basic birth chart showing existence at the physical level. | Existence at the physical level |
| Hora Chart (D-2) | Divides each rasi into 2 equal parts of 15° each, showing wealth and financial matters. | Wealth and money |
| Drekkana Chart (D-3) | Divides each rasi into 3 equal parts of 10° each, focusing on siblings and courage. | Everything related to brothers and sisters |
| Chaturthamsa Chart (D-4) | Divides each rasi into 4 equal parts of 7.5° each, showing property and fortune. | Residence, houses owned, properties and fortune |
| Panchamsa Chart (D-5) | Divides each rasi into 5 equal parts of 6° each, indicating fame and authority. | Fame, authority and power |
| Shashthamsa Chart (D-6) | Divides each rasi into 6 equal parts of 5° each, showing health issues. | Health troubles |
| Saptamsa Chart (D-7) | Divides each rasi into 7 equal parts of approximately 4°17', focusing on children. | Everything related to children (and grand-children) |
| Ashtamsa Chart (D-8) | Divides each rasi into 8 equal parts of 3°45' each, showing unexpected troubles. | Sudden and unexpected troubles, litigation etc |
| Navamsa Chart (D-9) | Divides each rasi into 9 equal parts of 3°20' each, the most important divisional chart after D-1. | Marriage, spouse, dharma, interaction with others, inner self |
| Dasamsa Chart (D-10) | Divides each rasi into 10 equal parts of 3° each, focusing on career and profession. | Career, activities and achievements in society |
| Rudramsa Chart (D-11) | Divides each rasi into 11 equal parts of approximately 2°44', showing death and destruction. | Death and destruction |
| Dwadasamsa Chart (D-12) | Divides each rasi into 12 equal parts of 2°30' each, focusing on parents and ancestors. | Everything related to parents and blood-relatives of parents |
Mental Plane (D-16 to D-24)
These divisional charts operate in the mental plane and show matters that exist at the mental level like sense of pleasure, religiousness, and learning.
| Chart | Division | Signification |
|---|---|---|
| Shodasamsa Chart (D-16) | Divides each rasi into 16 equal parts of approximately 1°53', showing vehicles and comforts. | Vehicles, pleasures, comforts and discomforts |
| Vimsamsa Chart (D-20) | Divides each rasi into 20 equal parts of 1°30' each, focusing on spiritual matters. | Religious activities and spiritual matters |
| Chaturvimsamsa Chart (D-24) | Divides each rasi into 24 equal parts of 1°15' each, showing education and learning. | Learning, knowledge and education |
Subconscious Plane (D-27 to D-30)
These divisional charts operate in the plane of sub-consciousness and show strengths, weaknesses, inherent nature, and psychological aspects.
| Chart | Division | Signification |
|---|---|---|
| Nakshatramsa Chart (D-27) | Divides each rasi into 27 equal parts of approximately 1°7', showing strengths and weaknesses. | Strengths and weaknesses, inherent nature |
| Trimsamsa Chart (D-30) | Divides each rasi into 5 unequal parts, showing evils and subconscious tendencies. | Evils and punishment, sub-conscious self, some diseases |
Karmic Plane (D-40 to D-60)
These divisional charts operate in a karmic plane of existence that goes beyond body, mind, and sub-consciousness, showing patterns from past lives.
| Chart | Division | Signification |
|---|---|---|
| Khavedamsa Chart (D-40) | Divides each rasi into 40 equal parts of 45' each, showing auspicious and inauspicious events. | Auspicious and inauspicious events |
| Akshavedamsa Chart (D-45) | Divides each rasi into 45 equal parts of 40' each, showing all matters of life. | All matters |
| Shashtyamsa Chart (D-60) | Divides each rasi into 60 equal parts of 30' each, showing karma from past life. | Karma of past life, all matters |
Varga Grouping and Amsabala
In Vedic astrology, divisional charts are grouped into sets to evaluate planetary strength:
Shadvarga (Six Divisions)
Includes D-1, D-2, D-3, D-9, D-12, and D-30. A planet's strength is assessed based on how many of these charts show the planet in a favorable position.
Saptavarga (Seven Divisions)
Includes D-1, D-2, D-3, D-7, D-9, D-12, and D-30, adding the Saptamsa chart to evaluate matters related to children.
Dasavarga (Ten Divisions)
Includes D-1, D-2, D-3, D-7, D-9, D-10, D-12, D-16, D-30, and D-60. This is considered very important for comprehensive analysis.
Shodasavarga (Sixteen Divisions)
Includes all 16 main divisional charts for the most comprehensive analysis of planetary strength and influence.
Divisional charts represent one of the most sophisticated analytical tools in Vedic astrology. By examining these specialized charts, astrologers can provide detailed insights into specific areas of life and make more precise predictions. The proper use of divisional charts requires a deep understanding of Vedic astrological principles and careful interpretation of planetary positions and relationships.