Phaladeepika by Mantreswara (text and translation)
by Panditabhushana V. Subrahmanya Sastri | 1950 | 109,641 words
Summary: This is the English translation of the Phaladeepika—a foundational treatise on Hindu astrology written in 865 Sanskrit verses across 28 chapters. It is highly regarded alongside other major astrological works like the Brihat Parashara Horashastra, Brihat Jataka, and Jataka Parijata. The Phaladipika provides comprehensive insights into various astrological aspects of human life, including the effects of retrograde planets, where the author Mantreswara equates them with exalted planets in terms of strength. This perspective contrasts with other texts like Saravali, which differentiate the effects of retrograde benefics and malefics.
Mantreshvara is believed to have lived in either the 13th or 16th century CE, originating from a Namboodari Brahmin family in Tamil Nadu. His Phaladeepika is appreciated for its detailed treatment of astrological principles such as transits, Bhavas, and Yogas, contributing significantly to the field of astrology.
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The full text of the Phaladeepika by Mantreswara (text and translation) in English is available here and publically accesible (free to read online). Of course, I would always recommend buying the book so you get the latest edition. You can see all this book’s content by visiting the pages in the below index:
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