S5 Ep3 How Consciousness experiences Life on Earth
Discover Sachin Sharma’s bold new book The Ologies of Jyotish and explore Astrology as a universal, living philosophy.
Stepping Into a Treasure Trove of Wisdom
This episode feels like opening a treasure chest of insight, thanks to Sachin’s new book, The Ologies of Jyotish. If you’ve followed our “Sipping Chai” series, you already know how much we delight in the richness and multidimensionality of Jyotish - how it touches countless branches of knowledge and offers profound reflections on what it means to be alive.
Why Jyotish Is More Than Prediction
What I love about Sachin’s approach is that he doesn’t treat Jyotish as a static tradition or mere practice. Instead, he presents it as a living, breathing philosophy. One that can nourish, refresh, and expand our understanding of existence. His latest book is an invitation to step deeper into the metaphysical heart of Jyotish, and I couldn’t wait to share that journey with listeners of the Vedic Astrology Podcast.
In The Ologies of Jyotish, Sachin challenges us to move beyond charts and predictions. He asks us to consider Jyotish as the metaphysical fabric connecting everything we experience. What if astrology isn’t simply shaped by cultural narratives, but instead rests on natural laws that remain consistent across time and space? This bold premise - that Jyotish is universal and can withstand rigorous examination — is the foundation of his book.
Sachin’s Hospital Metaphor: Healing Through Astrology
During our conversation, we explored Jyotish as both subject and object of philosophical inquiry. Sachin used a hospital metaphor to illustrate its duality -Jyotish is both the place of healing and the person seeking healing. This image beautifully captures Jyotish as a dynamic, living system with each practitioner seeing their own unique side of the sphere.
The Power of Language and Sanskrit in Jyotish
Language, too, plays a vital role in Sachin’s work. He emphasized how carefully chosen words can illuminate Jyotish’s teachings more fully and even heal trauma. I was especially moved by his focus on Sanskrit, whose precision and subtlety carry the depth of Jyotish with elegance and clarity.
Your Reflections on The Ologies of Jyotish
I’d love to hear your reflections on The Ologies of Jyotish. How does its rigor and bold claim - that Jyotish is universal and resilient under thorough examination - resonate with you? Share your thoughts in the comments and join us next time of The Vedic Astrology Podcast.
