The Mirage of Remedies in Jyotish and Astrology
Jyotish and astrology, though rooted in profound wisdom,
have unfortunately become fertile ground for false prophets of hope. These
self-styled saviours thrive on the desperation of gullible seekers, offering a
dazzling array of so-called remedies. Their wallets grow heavier while the
minds of their followers grow more restless, chasing illusions dressed up as
solutions. What they call “remedy” often turns out to be nothing more than
mischief wrapped in ritual.
The defence offered by such practitioners is predictable: “It
works.” They parade testimonials as proof, claiming their concoctions are
panaceas. But one must remember—just as a broken stopwatch shows the correct
time twice in twenty-four hours, occasional coincidences do not validate a
system built on deception. Recall the infamous baba who once captured the
limelight with absurd prescriptions—green and red chutneys passed off as cosmic
cures. Despite the sheer ridiculousness, he amassed millions of followers and
thousands of glowing testimonials on his sponsored shows. This spectacle itself
reveals how easily hope can be manipulated.
The Limits of Remedies
Do not be swayed by the pied pipers of hope. Their melodies
may sound sweet, but they lead only to disillusionment—often after you’ve
parted with your money and learned the lesson the hard way. Remedies cannot
alter the course of destiny. Even Lord Ram, an incarnation of Vishnu, endured
exile, war, and immense hardship. If destiny could be overturned by a few
incantations, why would his revered guru not simply chant a Maran mantra to
annihilate the demons? The truth is clear: destiny unfolds only when nature or
the divine wills it, not when human imagination demands it.
The True Purpose of Remedies
So, what then is the purpose of remedies? Their design is
not to rewrite destiny but to reshape the mind. Remedies serve as instruments
of psychological strength—creating hope, resilience, and determination. They
help the individual endure adversity with clarity and courage, guiding better
decisions and fostering inner stability.
Sage Parāśara, in the Bṛhat Parāśara Horā Śāstra (BPHS),
enumerates three authentic remedial measures:
Jap (Recitation): The disciplined repetition of
mantras, which calms the mind and aligns thought.
Havan (Fire Rituals): Symbolic offerings into fire,
cultivating purification and focus.
Daan (Donation): Acts of charity, which dissolve ego
and generate goodwill.
These are not magical shortcuts to escape destiny. Rather,
they are tools to cultivate positivity, strengthen resolve, and open pathways
to wiser choices during times of trial.
Remedies are not meant to bend fate—they are meant to bend
the mind toward strength, clarity, and endurance. Destiny is endured, not
escaped; remedies are companions, not shortcuts.