Preface

Laghu Parasari occupies a place of pride in Hindu astrological literature. Its principles originate from the gospel book of astrology i.e., Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra. In this short treatise a peculiar and specific way and lucidity has been adopted in presenting the Parasara principles. This short work in a true perspective is the prime and foremost work for those who want to dive deep into the vast ocean of predictive astrology.

Vimsottari Dasa or Udu Dasa system, which this Laghu Parasari deals is logical and in vogue since the evolution of Maharishi Parasara's system in Hindu astrology. Truly it is in vogue because it has stood to the test of time.

Sanskrit is the language which has many different meanings for the same word. There are many commentaries on Laghu Parasari by illustrious commentators. Due to above peculiarity of the Sanskrit language, the work got corrupt with many discrepancies rather due to misinterpretations of the commentators. We have tried here to stick to the principles strictly rather than to deviate and viberate with various commentator's emphatic interpretations. Many points of contradictions have been dealt with logically and supporting authorities have been quoted for the sake of authenticity and reliability.

Commentaries and views of Pt. Vinayaka Sastri 'Betala', Pt Ram Yatna Ojha and Pt. Seeta Ram Jha have been given weightage as they are upto the mark in understanding Laghu Parasari. This trio is like Hindu trinity of gods as far as Laghu Parasari is concerned.

Parasari principles regarding Ihe Dasa-Bhukti results have been condensed in this work in just 42 slokas. In South India these principles are studied as Jataka Chandrika consisting of around 80 slokas which were composed by Venkatesa Pandita. Initial 42 slokas of both the works are same. Laghu Parasari ends here after enunciating the principles. The remaining 38 slokas belong to Jataka Chandrika only, telling about the auspicious and inauspicious planets for 12 Lagnas and some general principles. Therefore we have adopted the name Laghu Parasari-Jataka Chandrika i.e.. Moon light to nativity. Our this version contains all slokas. The compiler of Laghu Parasari which is studied exclusively in North India is anonymous.

We earnestly feel proud in presenting this work before our readers with enlightening commentary. This will open new vistas in the discriminating part of the brain of our esteemed readers, particularly new entrants in the field of astrology. Though we have done our foremost endeavour to make the work as worthy as possible but still some errors might have crept in which would not escape the critical eye of scholars and intelligent practitioners of the science of astrology. Healthy suggestions in this respect will be cordially accepted.

The publishers are worthy of appreciation for bringing the work in print in excellent fashion. We suppose the readers will appreciate this endeavour as they have done with other enlightening classics brought in print by M/s Ranjan Publications.

O.P. Verma

Kartika Poornima.
30th Nov, 2001