The term Indian Astrology and Vedic Astrology are similar and in this blog we treat both terms equal.
The
foundation of Vedic astrology is the belief of the Vedas, (scriptures), which
is the connection between the microcosm and the macrocosm. Practice relies largely
on the sidereal zodiac, which is different from the tropical zodiac used in Western
(Hellenistic) astrology in that an ayanāṁśa adjustment is made
for the gradual precession of the vernal equinox. Vedic astrology includes
several nuanced sub-systems of interpretation and prediction with elements not
found in Hellenistic astrology, such as its system of lunar mansions (constellations).
Astrology
remains an important aspect in the lives of many Indians. In Indian culture, newborns
are customarily named based on their Horoscope charts, and astrological
concepts are pervasive in the organization of the calendar and holidays as well
as in many areas of life, such as in making decisions made about marriage, opening
a new business, and moving into a new home. Vedic Astrology retains a place
among the sciences in modern India
