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2024 Conference Faculty
Sanjay Rath
Sanjay Rath belongs to a traditional family of astrologers from Bira Balabhadrapur Sasan village of Puri, Orissa, which trace their lineage back to Shri Achyuta Das (Sri Achyutananda).
Sanjay studied under his uncle, late Pandit Kasinath Rath. His grandfather, the late Pandit Jagannath Rath, was the Jyotish Ratna of Orissa and authored many books on Jyotish. He began his studies at a tender age, and received the depth of Jyotish only found among those who have been trained in the ancient traditional way of the parampara. He later became a graduate of mechanical engineering and worked for some time with the Government of India. Leaving government service to devote himself completely to Jyotisha, he has the depth of the ancient knowledge with the ability to communicate it to the modern mind.
He uses Brihat Parasara Hora Shastra, Jaimini Upadesa Sutras, Brihat Jataka and Saravali as the foundations of Jyotisha and teaches from various other Jyotish scripture and sacred literature such as the Bhagavad Gita, Upanisads, Puranas, etc. Few are able to grasp Sanjay’s broad and deep approach, and only the advanced astrologer is truly able to appreciate it. His teachings show the underlying factors of why the principles of astrology work. His teaching and writings span across various schools of thought, although not creating his own brand of astrology, which is wholistic and gets to the heart of the ancient Jyotisha scriptures. He is a strict follower of the teachings of the ancient seers and is also keen for research and further development of the subject.
He gives his students the clarity of vision of the eye of the Vedas and his works are filling the void of advanced teachings and raising the standards in the astrological world.
To promote the teachings of his parampara he has formed the Shri Jagannath Center where his advanced students are helping to spread Jyotisha in a way that keeps its spiritual roots. Students learn not only about Jyotisha, but also mantra shastra, mudra, pranayama, meditation, and the Sanatana Dharma.
He is presently working on translating the ancient Jyotish scriptures according to his deep understanding of their meaning that has been given to him through the grace of his parampara.
https://srath.com/
Sanjay studied under his uncle, late Pandit Kasinath Rath. His grandfather, the late Pandit Jagannath Rath, was the Jyotish Ratna of Orissa and authored many books on Jyotish. He began his studies at a tender age, and received the depth of Jyotish only found among those who have been trained in the ancient traditional way of the parampara. He later became a graduate of mechanical engineering and worked for some time with the Government of India. Leaving government service to devote himself completely to Jyotisha, he has the depth of the ancient knowledge with the ability to communicate it to the modern mind.
He uses Brihat Parasara Hora Shastra, Jaimini Upadesa Sutras, Brihat Jataka and Saravali as the foundations of Jyotisha and teaches from various other Jyotish scripture and sacred literature such as the Bhagavad Gita, Upanisads, Puranas, etc. Few are able to grasp Sanjay’s broad and deep approach, and only the advanced astrologer is truly able to appreciate it. His teachings show the underlying factors of why the principles of astrology work. His teaching and writings span across various schools of thought, although not creating his own brand of astrology, which is wholistic and gets to the heart of the ancient Jyotisha scriptures. He is a strict follower of the teachings of the ancient seers and is also keen for research and further development of the subject.
He gives his students the clarity of vision of the eye of the Vedas and his works are filling the void of advanced teachings and raising the standards in the astrological world.
To promote the teachings of his parampara he has formed the Shri Jagannath Center where his advanced students are helping to spread Jyotisha in a way that keeps its spiritual roots. Students learn not only about Jyotisha, but also mantra shastra, mudra, pranayama, meditation, and the Sanatana Dharma.
He is presently working on translating the ancient Jyotish scriptures according to his deep understanding of their meaning that has been given to him through the grace of his parampara.
https://srath.com/
Sarbani Rath
Jyotisha Guru, Jyotisha Pandita, Jamini Scholar
Sarbani teaches jyotisha at the Devaguru Brhapasti Centre in its Parasara Jyotisha Course (PJC) and Jaimini Scholar Programme (JSP)
President, Sri Jagannath Centre (SJC)
President, Devaguru Brhaspati Centre
Member, BAVA (British Association of Vedic Astrology)
Member, CVA (Council of Vedic Astrology).
https://sarbanirath.com
Sarbani teaches jyotisha at the Devaguru Brhapasti Centre in its Parasara Jyotisha Course (PJC) and Jaimini Scholar Programme (JSP)
President, Sri Jagannath Centre (SJC)
President, Devaguru Brhaspati Centre
Member, BAVA (British Association of Vedic Astrology)
Member, CVA (Council of Vedic Astrology).
https://sarbanirath.com
क्षणाति Kṣaṇāti
Kṣaṇāti is a Graduate of The Ayurvedic Institute and Drexel University. Kṣaṇāti Studied with Mahadev Levine, Simon Chokoisky, as well as Dr. Vasant Lad, founder of The Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, NM.
Kṣaṇāti Taught Many Webinars With The Organizations Saptarishis Astrology For Many Years Centered Out of Mumbai, India and Now Manages His Own Astrological Organization, Kṣaṇāti Jyotish. Kṣaṇāti's Organization Also Hosts Community Summit Events With Various Members of The Vedic Astrological Family.
Kṣaṇāti is Faculty and Teaches Annual Workshops at The Blissful Sedona Vedic Astrology Conference. Kṣaṇāti Currently Practices in His Hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Online.
Kṣaṇāti Most Passionate Topics Include How to Improve Our Planetary Karma with Ancient, Contemporary, Ayurvedic, and Practical Remedies.
Kṣaṇāti Also Has Profound Passion and Has Done Research in The Areas of Nakṣatra, Specifically Nakṣatra Devata and Their Divine Influence. Kṣaṇāti Also Teaches and Does Consultations for Vedic Astro Cartography, and Loves How to Use Geography for Our Greatest Prosperity, Love, and Spiritual Evolution.
Kṣaṇāti Taught Many Webinars With The Organizations Saptarishis Astrology For Many Years Centered Out of Mumbai, India and Now Manages His Own Astrological Organization, Kṣaṇāti Jyotish. Kṣaṇāti's Organization Also Hosts Community Summit Events With Various Members of The Vedic Astrological Family.
Kṣaṇāti is Faculty and Teaches Annual Workshops at The Blissful Sedona Vedic Astrology Conference. Kṣaṇāti Currently Practices in His Hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Online.
Kṣaṇāti Most Passionate Topics Include How to Improve Our Planetary Karma with Ancient, Contemporary, Ayurvedic, and Practical Remedies.
Kṣaṇāti Also Has Profound Passion and Has Done Research in The Areas of Nakṣatra, Specifically Nakṣatra Devata and Their Divine Influence. Kṣaṇāti Also Teaches and Does Consultations for Vedic Astro Cartography, and Loves How to Use Geography for Our Greatest Prosperity, Love, and Spiritual Evolution.
Sam Geppi
Sam Geppi (Sadasiva) is a well-known Vedic astrologer and internationally recognized Vedic scholar. He is the author of two very popular books, "Yoga and Vedic Astrology" and "The Ascendant-108 Planets of Vedic Astrology". He is the founder of the American Academy of Vedic Art and Science - which offers level 1-3 Certification programs in Vedic Astrology. Currently, the Academy has more than 400 Graduates of its Level I program.
Years ago Sam was certified level 1 and 2 through ACVA and CVA and was hired by Dattatreya Shiva Baba to teach the first Astroved Vedic Astrology Certification Program in 2010. In 2018 His holiness Shri Ravi Shankar Gurudev Published Sam's Book "Yoga and Vedic Astrology" through his foundation "The Art of Living", as to him, it represented a very pure interpretation of the Indian Vedic astrological teachings.
Sam's classes: HTTP://vedicastrologycenter.net
Sam's Social Media Links: https://linktr.ee/samgeppi
Years ago Sam was certified level 1 and 2 through ACVA and CVA and was hired by Dattatreya Shiva Baba to teach the first Astroved Vedic Astrology Certification Program in 2010. In 2018 His holiness Shri Ravi Shankar Gurudev Published Sam's Book "Yoga and Vedic Astrology" through his foundation "The Art of Living", as to him, it represented a very pure interpretation of the Indian Vedic astrological teachings.
Sam's classes: HTTP://vedicastrologycenter.net
Sam's Social Media Links: https://linktr.ee/samgeppi
Dr. Arjun Pai
Dr. Arjun Pai is a sales & marketing strategist by profession and holds a PhD in Electronic System Design & Computer Science from the United Kingdom. He started learning astrology independently whilst in school. However, since 2008 Arjun's interest in Vedic Astrology has reignited in an intense way.
He is interested in research of techniques detailed in ancient scriptures and testing them to better understand this Divine Science. He enjoys studying, researching and teaching Nakshatra based astrology. He currently resides in Vancouver, Canada and practices and teaches Jyotisha Online.
He is interested in research of techniques detailed in ancient scriptures and testing them to better understand this Divine Science. He enjoys studying, researching and teaching Nakshatra based astrology. He currently resides in Vancouver, Canada and practices and teaches Jyotisha Online.
Dr. Dennis Harness
Dennis M. Harness, Ph.D. is a professional Vedic Astrologer and lecturer who received his doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, California.
For more than thirty years, Dennis has studied both Eastern and Western astrological techniques, such as natal chart analysis, synastry (relationship compatability), prashna, and Astro*Carto*Graphy (locational astrology) with some of the world’s most respected astrologers.
Dennis was a founding member of the American Council of Vedic Astrology and served as president of the American College of Vedic Astrology, located in Sedona, Arizona, from 1999-2009. His book, The Nakshatras: The Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology, is published by Lotus Press and continues to be one of the few works dedicated to uncovering the mysteries of these important, and often overlooked, asterisms of Vedic Astrology. Dennis is currently working on his new book, The Karmic Code
For more than thirty years, Dennis has studied both Eastern and Western astrological techniques, such as natal chart analysis, synastry (relationship compatability), prashna, and Astro*Carto*Graphy (locational astrology) with some of the world’s most respected astrologers.
Dennis was a founding member of the American Council of Vedic Astrology and served as president of the American College of Vedic Astrology, located in Sedona, Arizona, from 1999-2009. His book, The Nakshatras: The Lunar Mansions of Vedic Astrology, is published by Lotus Press and continues to be one of the few works dedicated to uncovering the mysteries of these important, and often overlooked, asterisms of Vedic Astrology. Dennis is currently working on his new book, The Karmic Code
Komilla Sutton
Komilla Sutton is an internationally renowned consultant, teacher and lecturer since 1995.
Komilla's life's work is about the ancient knowledge of Vedic Astrology. Her goal is to increase the accessibility of this ancient form of astrology and build meaningful bridges between the East and West.
Komilla's Academy teaches a three-year online study program augmented by a new advanced course each year.
Komilla is the co-Founder and Chairman of the British Association of Vedic Astrology. While residing in England, Komilla was part of the Faculty at the American College of Vedic Astrology and the Council of Astrological Association of Great Britain.
India Trips – Komilla has led trips to India since 1999 and as of 2013, each year she sponsors an annual Vedic Astrology Conference to promote a new generation of Jyotish Masters.
Vedic Conferences – As of 2013, Komilla began to sponsor annual Vedic Astrology Conferences. These conferences continue to promote a new generation of Jyotish Masters and encourage their interaction with seasoned Masters of Jyotish knowledge.
Author – Komilla is also an author. Below are her published books.
— Shodassha Varga - Sixteen Divisional Charts of Vedic Astrology
— The Nakshatras - The Stars Beyond the Zodiac
— The Essentials of Vedic Astrology
— Lunar Nodes - Crisis and Redemption
— Personal Panchanga and the Five Sources of Light
— Vedic Love Signs
— Indian Astrology
Youtube Channel – Komilla has a sizeable and active audience on her Youtube Channel. This video collection is part of Komilla's intent to make the ancient form of Vedic Astrology accessible worldwide.
Komilla's Youtube Channel is at https://www.youtube.com/c/KomillaSutton Connect with Komilla on Social Media - links are below.
Social Media
Twitter: @KomillaSutton
Instagram: @KomillaSutton
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/KomillaSutton
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KomillaSuttonVedicAstrology
Komilla's life's work is about the ancient knowledge of Vedic Astrology. Her goal is to increase the accessibility of this ancient form of astrology and build meaningful bridges between the East and West.
Komilla's Academy teaches a three-year online study program augmented by a new advanced course each year.
Komilla is the co-Founder and Chairman of the British Association of Vedic Astrology. While residing in England, Komilla was part of the Faculty at the American College of Vedic Astrology and the Council of Astrological Association of Great Britain.
India Trips – Komilla has led trips to India since 1999 and as of 2013, each year she sponsors an annual Vedic Astrology Conference to promote a new generation of Jyotish Masters.
Vedic Conferences – As of 2013, Komilla began to sponsor annual Vedic Astrology Conferences. These conferences continue to promote a new generation of Jyotish Masters and encourage their interaction with seasoned Masters of Jyotish knowledge.
Author – Komilla is also an author. Below are her published books.
— Shodassha Varga - Sixteen Divisional Charts of Vedic Astrology
— The Nakshatras - The Stars Beyond the Zodiac
— The Essentials of Vedic Astrology
— Lunar Nodes - Crisis and Redemption
— Personal Panchanga and the Five Sources of Light
— Vedic Love Signs
— Indian Astrology
Youtube Channel – Komilla has a sizeable and active audience on her Youtube Channel. This video collection is part of Komilla's intent to make the ancient form of Vedic Astrology accessible worldwide.
Komilla's Youtube Channel is at https://www.youtube.com/c/KomillaSutton Connect with Komilla on Social Media - links are below.
Social Media
Twitter: @KomillaSutton
Instagram: @KomillaSutton
YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/KomillaSutton
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KomillaSuttonVedicAstrology
Dr. Andrew Foss
Andrew Foss, PhD, is the creator of the acclaimed software Shri Jyoti Star, a premier choice of Vedic Astrology software in the world. He is releasing Version 10 of the Shri Jyoti Star Software at VedicSoftware.com. He is the author of the book and eBook series: Yoga of the Planets as well as the academic book: High-Dimensional Data Mining. Dr. Foss has a PhD in Computing Science from the University of Alberta and is a graduate of Physics from Oxford. He has published in leading scientific journals such as Nature.
Dr. Foss is the founding president of the British Association of Vedic Astrology (BAVA), and the editor of the BAVA Journal Gochara. For more than 30 years, Dr. Foss has lectured internationally on the topics of Vedic Astrology and Vedic Wisdom. He is a certified Jyotish Pandit and Jaimini Scholar, the highest level available. He has received many awards for his service to the Jyotish profession. Websites vedicsoftware.com, yogaoftheplanets.com
Dr. Foss is the founding president of the British Association of Vedic Astrology (BAVA), and the editor of the BAVA Journal Gochara. For more than 30 years, Dr. Foss has lectured internationally on the topics of Vedic Astrology and Vedic Wisdom. He is a certified Jyotish Pandit and Jaimini Scholar, the highest level available. He has received many awards for his service to the Jyotish profession. Websites vedicsoftware.com, yogaoftheplanets.com
Alan Annand
Alan Annand is a Canadian astrologer and former tutor for the British Faculty of Astrological Studies. He is a graduate of the American College of Vedic Astrology, and a longstanding student of Hart DeFouw. He’s written several books on jyotish, including Kala Sarpa, Parivartana Yoga, and Stellar Astrology Volumes 1-3. He’s also a crime novelist, whose New Age Noir mystery series (Scorpio Rising, Felonious Monk, Soma County) features a Vedic astrologer.
Email: alan.annand@gmail.com
Website: www.navamsa.com
Email: alan.annand@gmail.com
Website: www.navamsa.com
Narasimha Rao
PVR Narasimha Rao has a bachelors degree from IIT, Madras and a masters degree from Rice University, Houston and lives in greater Boston where he works in a top semiconductor firm as a senior engineering manager. He received "Sanskrita Bhasha Kovida" and "Sanskrita Bhasha Visharada" diplomas at an age of 11 and combines his Sanskrit knowledge with scientific temper to conduct fresh research into the teachings of rishis. He is an astrology researcher, author, teacher and also the author of popular freeware "Jagannatha Hora" used by many Vedic astrologers and students across the world. Thousands of spiritual seekers are performing daily homa for a new Dharmik era on earth and individual spiritual progress, using free and simplified homa (fire ritual) manuals on his website (www.VedicAstrologer.org).
Freedom Cole
Freedom Cole is a teacher of Jyotish, Yoga, Āyurveda and the Vedic Sciences. He teaches traditional Vedic Astrology in a practical way which is useful in the modern world.
He teaches with the traditional usage of Sanskrit, meditation, chanting/mantra through modern technology.
Freedom’s teachings are filled with the deep understanding of the unity of all things.
Freedom was born into a family that practices yoga and has been teaching yoga and meditation since he was a teenager. He has studied with various teachers and is initiated by Paramahamsa Hariharananda Giri of Puri in the tradition of Kriya yoga and studied yoga philosophy with Bab Hari Dass of Mt. Madonna. Freedom has studied Ayurveda with the New England Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine, the International Academy of Ayurveda, the California College of Ayurveda, and mentored with various doctors in India.
Freedom has an MA in Psychology and integrates the understanding of modern psychology and ancient wisdom. He is faculty at Kripalu’s Yoga Therapy program.
Freedom studied with various astrology teachers in the US and India until meeting Paramguru Pandit Sanjay Rath in 2001 and studying in the lineage of Sri Achyutananda Das. He has lived for extended periods in India studying with his Jyotish Guru in in Delhi, Bhubaneshwar, Puri and the Kamoan Himalayas. He was given the diksha of the sacred thread by his Sanskrit Guru Vagish Shastri of Varanasi and was given his Vaisnava diksha by Baba Balia of Orissa.
Freedom is dedicated that people have access to true Vedic knowledge within a modern context. He focuses on using this knowledge to free the mind and give a universal perspective. Freedom shares the gross, subtle and transcendental level teachings in all topics of discussion. He teaches Yoga Therapy for mental health, and Fundamentals of Āyurveda for Yoga Therapy at the Kripalu School of Integrative Yoga Therapy.
Freedom’s personal website is www.shrifreedom.org and his Vedic Astrology website is www.ScienceOfLight.net.
He teaches with the traditional usage of Sanskrit, meditation, chanting/mantra through modern technology.
Freedom’s teachings are filled with the deep understanding of the unity of all things.
Freedom was born into a family that practices yoga and has been teaching yoga and meditation since he was a teenager. He has studied with various teachers and is initiated by Paramahamsa Hariharananda Giri of Puri in the tradition of Kriya yoga and studied yoga philosophy with Bab Hari Dass of Mt. Madonna. Freedom has studied Ayurveda with the New England Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine, the International Academy of Ayurveda, the California College of Ayurveda, and mentored with various doctors in India.
Freedom has an MA in Psychology and integrates the understanding of modern psychology and ancient wisdom. He is faculty at Kripalu’s Yoga Therapy program.
Freedom studied with various astrology teachers in the US and India until meeting Paramguru Pandit Sanjay Rath in 2001 and studying in the lineage of Sri Achyutananda Das. He has lived for extended periods in India studying with his Jyotish Guru in in Delhi, Bhubaneshwar, Puri and the Kamoan Himalayas. He was given the diksha of the sacred thread by his Sanskrit Guru Vagish Shastri of Varanasi and was given his Vaisnava diksha by Baba Balia of Orissa.
Freedom is dedicated that people have access to true Vedic knowledge within a modern context. He focuses on using this knowledge to free the mind and give a universal perspective. Freedom shares the gross, subtle and transcendental level teachings in all topics of discussion. He teaches Yoga Therapy for mental health, and Fundamentals of Āyurveda for Yoga Therapy at the Kripalu School of Integrative Yoga Therapy.
Freedom’s personal website is www.shrifreedom.org and his Vedic Astrology website is www.ScienceOfLight.net.
Vanita Lenka
Vanita Lenka was born and brought up in New Delhi, India and is a globetrotter, She currently lives in Muscat, Oman
She developed her interest in Vedic Astrology when she was just 10 years old when her grandmother used to tell her the mythological tales and used to narrate about the Purnima(Full Moon)and Amawasya(New Moon), the waxing and the waning Moon concept, which intrigued her to know more about this side of the world..
Genuine astrology is learned and takes years to master. Astrology is never clairvoyant, psychic, supernatural, intuitive, magical or inborn. Vanita imparts her planetary wisdom at every turn. She wants to help people, not scare them, she’s here to help you through the tough times and pointing out astrological opportunities. She understands the human condition.
She has performed over 5000 in-depth personal readings and is proficient in most branches of Classical Vedic Astrology that includes- Vocation(Vocational Astrology is unique in it’s ability to see the whole picture of talent, happiness, success and timing), Location, Medical, Natal, Transit-Progressed, Spiritual, Comparative Analysis, Electional (selecting dates for important life events); Gem Selection; Fertility Dating and Horary Astrology (the art of answering special questions from exact times). Her consulting experience is vast (completing almost 3 decades), having read for men and women of most nations, ages and professions.
She loves to dress up and wants to convey everyone the message that an Astrologer is not just supposed to be wearing saffron clothes and has to be wearing a Rudrakhsa Mala with a sandalwood Tilak on the forehead to get the label of being an Astrologer. An Astrologer should be well versed of the subject and above all be a good counselor as well, a friend and an approachable identity who is here to help in today’s busy world, where we need someone to hear us out and forewarn us of the tough and rough times ahead.
She has gained the respect of her fellow astrologers for her excellent astrology readings. Her readings are close to accuracy as far as family, health, career, love, relationships and lot more, She has had some real great interactive sessions with clients all across the globe and suggests practical upaye(remedies) to counter the adverse impacts of the planets. She also consults with companies large and small to counsel on the intersections of astrology and business acumen.
She developed her interest in Vedic Astrology when she was just 10 years old when her grandmother used to tell her the mythological tales and used to narrate about the Purnima(Full Moon)and Amawasya(New Moon), the waxing and the waning Moon concept, which intrigued her to know more about this side of the world..
Genuine astrology is learned and takes years to master. Astrology is never clairvoyant, psychic, supernatural, intuitive, magical or inborn. Vanita imparts her planetary wisdom at every turn. She wants to help people, not scare them, she’s here to help you through the tough times and pointing out astrological opportunities. She understands the human condition.
She has performed over 5000 in-depth personal readings and is proficient in most branches of Classical Vedic Astrology that includes- Vocation(Vocational Astrology is unique in it’s ability to see the whole picture of talent, happiness, success and timing), Location, Medical, Natal, Transit-Progressed, Spiritual, Comparative Analysis, Electional (selecting dates for important life events); Gem Selection; Fertility Dating and Horary Astrology (the art of answering special questions from exact times). Her consulting experience is vast (completing almost 3 decades), having read for men and women of most nations, ages and professions.
She loves to dress up and wants to convey everyone the message that an Astrologer is not just supposed to be wearing saffron clothes and has to be wearing a Rudrakhsa Mala with a sandalwood Tilak on the forehead to get the label of being an Astrologer. An Astrologer should be well versed of the subject and above all be a good counselor as well, a friend and an approachable identity who is here to help in today’s busy world, where we need someone to hear us out and forewarn us of the tough and rough times ahead.
She has gained the respect of her fellow astrologers for her excellent astrology readings. Her readings are close to accuracy as far as family, health, career, love, relationships and lot more, She has had some real great interactive sessions with clients all across the globe and suggests practical upaye(remedies) to counter the adverse impacts of the planets. She also consults with companies large and small to counsel on the intersections of astrology and business acumen.
Dr. Malini Iyer
Malini is a research scientist in the medical field who is actively immersed in Vedic Astrology
and the Vedic Sciences for over a decade. She was disillusioned with the application of Vedic
astrology growing up in India. While pursuing her PhD in USA, she rediscovered her roots and
immediately took on the practice of Vedic Astrology as she finally learnt the authentic way of
applying astrology. It forms the foundation of her spiritual life. Malini has done immense work in
aligning people to their spiritual self and helping them navigate relationships, career and health
in their personal lives. She is also trained in yoga and meditation, and integrates all the Vedic
sciences in her astrology practice. Malini is also a professionally trained Bharata Natyam dancer
and has performed in several productions. Rich with classical Indian storytelling, she brings a
tinge of Indian mythology and tradition to her practice in order to empower individuals and
couples. Malini actively maintains a blog as well as creates videos and articles for social media
as a service to the community. She offers Vedic Astrology readings that can be found at the
website: cosmicartandscience.com
Website & social media information
Website: cosmicartandscience.com
Email: malini@cosmicartandscience.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cosmicartandscience
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urfriendmalini/
and the Vedic Sciences for over a decade. She was disillusioned with the application of Vedic
astrology growing up in India. While pursuing her PhD in USA, she rediscovered her roots and
immediately took on the practice of Vedic Astrology as she finally learnt the authentic way of
applying astrology. It forms the foundation of her spiritual life. Malini has done immense work in
aligning people to their spiritual self and helping them navigate relationships, career and health
in their personal lives. She is also trained in yoga and meditation, and integrates all the Vedic
sciences in her astrology practice. Malini is also a professionally trained Bharata Natyam dancer
and has performed in several productions. Rich with classical Indian storytelling, she brings a
tinge of Indian mythology and tradition to her practice in order to empower individuals and
couples. Malini actively maintains a blog as well as creates videos and articles for social media
as a service to the community. She offers Vedic Astrology readings that can be found at the
website: cosmicartandscience.com
Website & social media information
Website: cosmicartandscience.com
Email: malini@cosmicartandscience.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cosmicartandscience
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urfriendmalini/
Abhishek Kumar
Mr. Abhishek Kumar is a distinguished professional with extensive experience across various industries, including Rail, Power, and Defence in regions such as South East Asia, Australia, and Africa. Currently serving as a Program Coordinator with a Utility in Sydney, Australia, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and project management skills throughout his career. His journey into the realm of astrology was inspired by his grandfather, a respected astrologer, and this passion led him to pursue formal education in Traditional Astrology at the Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan’s Institute of Astrology in Delhi.
As the host of the popular YouTube series "Unlocking Stars with Abhishek," he delves into various astrological topics presented in the Brihat Parashar Hora Shastra, sharing his profound knowledge with a wide audience. His expertise has earned him invitations to speak on numerous platforms, including 98.5 FM Sydney Radio, the Federation of Astrology Australia, and several international conferences. Through his engaging presentations and deep understanding of astrological principles, Abhishek has made a significant impact on the astrological community.
In 2024, Abhishek founded the International Vedic Astrological Research Centre (IVARC). The centre aims to preserve and advance the ancient wisdom of Vedic Astrology by integrating it with modern scientific disciplines. IVARC is dedicated to providing accurate, insightful, and transformative astrological services and education, enriching the quality of life for individuals and communities through the scientific and spiritual principles of Vedic Astrology.
As the host of the popular YouTube series "Unlocking Stars with Abhishek," he delves into various astrological topics presented in the Brihat Parashar Hora Shastra, sharing his profound knowledge with a wide audience. His expertise has earned him invitations to speak on numerous platforms, including 98.5 FM Sydney Radio, the Federation of Astrology Australia, and several international conferences. Through his engaging presentations and deep understanding of astrological principles, Abhishek has made a significant impact on the astrological community.
In 2024, Abhishek founded the International Vedic Astrological Research Centre (IVARC). The centre aims to preserve and advance the ancient wisdom of Vedic Astrology by integrating it with modern scientific disciplines. IVARC is dedicated to providing accurate, insightful, and transformative astrological services and education, enriching the quality of life for individuals and communities through the scientific and spiritual principles of Vedic Astrology.
Barry Rosen
Barry Rosen has been practicing Vedic astrology since 1987. He has visited and studied in India on 4 occasions and has spoken numerous times at the American Council of Vedic Astrology Conferences in Sedona, AZ since 1999 and also the British Association of Vedic Astrologers in London since 2006. He has been involved in Vedic culture since 1973 and is a long-time meditation and yoga teacher and a published poet. He has had many Vedic astrology teachers including Komilla Sutton, Marc Boney, Robert Koch, and has taken a number of mini-seminars from Sanjay Rath. In the last seven years, he has moved away from his specialty in Investment and Mundane astrology to his fascination with the psychological and spiritual dimensions of Vedic astrology.
He is the author of five books on Vedic astrology including The 2018-2020 Vedic Almanac series, Finding Your Blind Spots Using Vedic Astrology, Signs of LIfe from the Astrological Zodiac: The Spiritual Dimensions of Planets, Signs, and Houses in Vedic Astrology and Mysteries of Saturn and Capricorn: Mastering the Energies for Growth and Transformation. They are all also available through Amazon.
He has been teaching classes in Investment Astrology since 1990 and began teaching the other aspects of Vedic astrology specialized courses online since 2017, including Dashas, Transits, Personal Finance, Health, Longevity and Death, Nakshatras, The Spiritual Dimensions of Vedic Astrology, Secrets of the Houses, Relationships and many more.
In his consultations, he focuses more on the emotional and mental patterns in the chart and their impact on consciousness which can create waves of illusion blocking you. A good consultation should help you witness the play of karma so that you are not gripped by it; you can transcend it and realize your own Divinity, becoming the commander of the planets and not the victim.
Barry Rosen also operates a blog on Facebook under Barry Rosen and also Astro-Yoga and his professional astrological website is www.appliedvedicastrology.com. He can be reached at support@appliedvedicastrology.com.
He is the author of five books on Vedic astrology including The 2018-2020 Vedic Almanac series, Finding Your Blind Spots Using Vedic Astrology, Signs of LIfe from the Astrological Zodiac: The Spiritual Dimensions of Planets, Signs, and Houses in Vedic Astrology and Mysteries of Saturn and Capricorn: Mastering the Energies for Growth and Transformation. They are all also available through Amazon.
He has been teaching classes in Investment Astrology since 1990 and began teaching the other aspects of Vedic astrology specialized courses online since 2017, including Dashas, Transits, Personal Finance, Health, Longevity and Death, Nakshatras, The Spiritual Dimensions of Vedic Astrology, Secrets of the Houses, Relationships and many more.
In his consultations, he focuses more on the emotional and mental patterns in the chart and their impact on consciousness which can create waves of illusion blocking you. A good consultation should help you witness the play of karma so that you are not gripped by it; you can transcend it and realize your own Divinity, becoming the commander of the planets and not the victim.
Barry Rosen also operates a blog on Facebook under Barry Rosen and also Astro-Yoga and his professional astrological website is www.appliedvedicastrology.com. He can be reached at support@appliedvedicastrology.com.
Anandashree
Kari Field (Anandashree) is a Vedic Astrologer and spiritual advisor based in San Francisco. Since 1990, Kari has worked with a wide range of clients, bringing her innate wisdom and in-depth knowledge to her Vedic Astrology and Tarot card readings.
Kari began studying esoteric subjects, including astrology, Tarot cards, and the I Ching, at a young age. She went on to study Vedic Astrology with some of the most renowned astrologers in India, including Sanjay Rath ji, Hart de Fouw, and Krishan Lal Mantri ji.
For the last two decades, Kari has traveled the globe, researching divination practices and music from different cultures. She has researched midwifery and female shamanic healers in West Africa, and lived in Spain where she taught yoga and studied the Tarot. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies from the University of Minnesota, and pursued graduate study in music and Hindu classical arts in Benares, India.
Kari regularly returns to India to continue her astrological research and music study, and to serve her spiritual teacher, Ammachi – Mata Amritananda Mayi Ma, from whom she received the spiritual name, Anandashree.
Kari upholds the tradition that Vedic Astrology is more than just a predictive tool—it’s a method of uplifting the mind that offers extraordinary insight into karmic patterns and life cycles. Kari’s consultations integrate creative and practical remedies designed to restore balance and empower individuals to live healthy and productive lives.
Kari began studying esoteric subjects, including astrology, Tarot cards, and the I Ching, at a young age. She went on to study Vedic Astrology with some of the most renowned astrologers in India, including Sanjay Rath ji, Hart de Fouw, and Krishan Lal Mantri ji.
For the last two decades, Kari has traveled the globe, researching divination practices and music from different cultures. She has researched midwifery and female shamanic healers in West Africa, and lived in Spain where she taught yoga and studied the Tarot. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies from the University of Minnesota, and pursued graduate study in music and Hindu classical arts in Benares, India.
Kari regularly returns to India to continue her astrological research and music study, and to serve her spiritual teacher, Ammachi – Mata Amritananda Mayi Ma, from whom she received the spiritual name, Anandashree.
Kari upholds the tradition that Vedic Astrology is more than just a predictive tool—it’s a method of uplifting the mind that offers extraordinary insight into karmic patterns and life cycles. Kari’s consultations integrate creative and practical remedies designed to restore balance and empower individuals to live healthy and productive lives.
Raman Suprajarama
Raman Suprajarama is one of the most respected astrologers, from India. He is none other than the grandson of Dr. B. V. Raman and hails from the most respected astrological family. He is the senior editor of The Astrological eMagazine, and has successfully predicted about the future of various countries including India, Himachal Pradesh elections and famous personalities like Roger Federer, Steve Jobs, Narendra Modi and more.
Simon Chokoisky
Simon is the author of The 5 Dharma Types and Sex, Love, & Dharma, as well as the forthcoming Gambler’s Dharma and Secrets of the Sacred. A pioneer using Vedic astrology and Dharma Typing to help clients discover their dharma, Simon has a gift for making complex concepts easy to digest, and simple truths profound.
Simon taught along side Dr. Vasant Lad at the renowned Ayurvedic Institute before venturing out in his own consulting business and Dharma Type Certification course. Simon’s DVD programs include: Sanskrit Without Stress, Decoding Your Dharma, Decoding Your LIfe Map With Vedic Astrology, Transcending the Gunas- Ayurvedic Psychology, and others.
Simon has written for multiple publications and appeared on dozens of radio and TV programs, and travels widely conducting seminars.
Simon taught along side Dr. Vasant Lad at the renowned Ayurvedic Institute before venturing out in his own consulting business and Dharma Type Certification course. Simon’s DVD programs include: Sanskrit Without Stress, Decoding Your Dharma, Decoding Your LIfe Map With Vedic Astrology, Transcending the Gunas- Ayurvedic Psychology, and others.
Simon has written for multiple publications and appeared on dozens of radio and TV programs, and travels widely conducting seminars.
Visti Larsen
I was born in 1981, and have spent most of my professional life studying and practicing Vedic Astrology. Despite my birth and early-upbringing in Mombasa, Kenya, I was exposed to Vedic beliefs of Gods and Goddesses that came fully to fore in my early teens in Denmark. My family and I practice a fully vegetarian lifestyle, meditate daily and follow the spiritual tradition of Śrī Śarada Matha, Calcutta, India.
My Jyotiṣa teacher is Pt. Sanjay Rath, whom I owe my knowledge to since 2001. Through my Guruji I am a part of the Vedic Tradition of Śrī Achyutānanda Dasa.
I’ve been a professional Jyotishi since 2004, thanks to the instigation of the Khanna family in late 2003. I practice horoscope consultations daily, besides teaching Astrology courses both in my school Rāma Academy and my teacher’s school, Devaguru Bṛhaspati Centre.
Visti Larsen, Founder of Śrī Garuḍa and Rāma Academy
My Jyotiṣa teacher is Pt. Sanjay Rath, whom I owe my knowledge to since 2001. Through my Guruji I am a part of the Vedic Tradition of Śrī Achyutānanda Dasa.
I’ve been a professional Jyotishi since 2004, thanks to the instigation of the Khanna family in late 2003. I practice horoscope consultations daily, besides teaching Astrology courses both in my school Rāma Academy and my teacher’s school, Devaguru Bṛhaspati Centre.
Visti Larsen, Founder of Śrī Garuḍa and Rāma Academy
Branka Larsen
At sixteen Branka was initiated in the meditation practise that ultimately introduced her to the subject of Vedic Astrology as well. In 2001. she began her Jyotish studies at Shri Jagannath center Serbia.
Since her first touch with Jyotish in 2001, she has travelled the world, attending courses held by her Jyotish Guru Pt. Sanjay Rath. She is accredited with the degrees of Jaimini Scholar by completing a five year Jaimini program, and Jyotish Pandit by completing Parashara Jyotisha course, and is among the first students of Pt. Sanjay Rath to receive these degrees.
Her early love for spiritual books and the subject of Jyotish inspired her to translate five of her Guru’s books to her native language. She is currently working on a commentary to the Jyotish classic Jataka Parijata, contributes to Jyotish magazine The Jyotish Digest and keeps a weekly Jyotish newsletter.
Branka is a founder of JYOTISH LIBRARY – membership for students of Vedic Astrology!
Branka wrote two books, Truths About the Sun Sings and Letters to my Jyotish Friends.
Since her first touch with Jyotish in 2001, she has travelled the world, attending courses held by her Jyotish Guru Pt. Sanjay Rath. She is accredited with the degrees of Jaimini Scholar by completing a five year Jaimini program, and Jyotish Pandit by completing Parashara Jyotisha course, and is among the first students of Pt. Sanjay Rath to receive these degrees.
Her early love for spiritual books and the subject of Jyotish inspired her to translate five of her Guru’s books to her native language. She is currently working on a commentary to the Jyotish classic Jataka Parijata, contributes to Jyotish magazine The Jyotish Digest and keeps a weekly Jyotish newsletter.
Branka is a founder of JYOTISH LIBRARY – membership for students of Vedic Astrology!
Branka wrote two books, Truths About the Sun Sings and Letters to my Jyotish Friends.
Pundit Samavedula
Pandit Sharma Samavedula was born into a family of South Indian Brahmans. He is a 6th generation Sama Veda pandit who was trained in the Sama Veda under the guidance of his grandfathers (late Narayana Shastri and Rama Gopala Shastri) beginning at age 7
He attended the Shri Sarva Raya Veda Patha Shala Vedic School in South India, and in Benares, North India under the guidance of late Sri Sankara Narayana Shrouthi Gal. And after 12 years of study, Pandit Sharma received his master’s degree in Vedic Studies.
From 1991 to 1995, he was a professor of Sama Veda at Maharishi Veda Vigyana Vishwa Vidya Peeth charitable trust, which trains Vedic Pandits throughout India.
From 1995 to 2001, he was a Vedic priest at temples in Toronto and Montreal, Canada and Cleveland, Ohio.
In 2002, he founded the Vedic Yagya Center located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India and Los Angeles, California, which employs a core group of over 20 expert Vedic Pandits representing all 4 branches of the Vedas. His Center offers Vedic yagyas (sacred ceremonies), homams (ancient fire ceremonies), and pujas as prescribed in the Vedas and Shastras, the holy Indian scriptures to individuals, organizations, and businesses. By utilizing the sound vibrations of specific Sanskrit mantras, these performances can help alleviate many problems of modern times. As a Sanskrit saying says “Heyum Dukham Anagatam” [meaning, “Avert the danger that has not yet come”].
In 2002, he and his father founded the Vedic Foundation of India, which is a charitable trust and Vedic school located in Kanchikacherla, Andhra Pradesh, India that trains Vedic Pandits. From this Vedic school, 20 Vedic students successfully took this course and graduated and they’re currently living their lives successfully as Vedic pandits. The Vedic Yagya Center supports the Vedic School in India in various ways, such as their main one is feeding the poor.
He has been instrumental and the chief priest at the Austin Hindu temple and an officiating chief priest for the inaugurations of many Hindu temples in the world. He has also founded a Hindu temple called the Sri SivaKameswari temple [Vedic Spiritual Center] in Costa Mesa back in 2016 on the concept of Prakriti and Purusha. He’s been traveling and performing many yagyas for the last 15 years around the globe.
For more information, Pandit Samavedula can be reached through his website: http://vydic.com
cs@vydic.org - 512-633-7999
He attended the Shri Sarva Raya Veda Patha Shala Vedic School in South India, and in Benares, North India under the guidance of late Sri Sankara Narayana Shrouthi Gal. And after 12 years of study, Pandit Sharma received his master’s degree in Vedic Studies.
From 1991 to 1995, he was a professor of Sama Veda at Maharishi Veda Vigyana Vishwa Vidya Peeth charitable trust, which trains Vedic Pandits throughout India.
From 1995 to 2001, he was a Vedic priest at temples in Toronto and Montreal, Canada and Cleveland, Ohio.
In 2002, he founded the Vedic Yagya Center located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India and Los Angeles, California, which employs a core group of over 20 expert Vedic Pandits representing all 4 branches of the Vedas. His Center offers Vedic yagyas (sacred ceremonies), homams (ancient fire ceremonies), and pujas as prescribed in the Vedas and Shastras, the holy Indian scriptures to individuals, organizations, and businesses. By utilizing the sound vibrations of specific Sanskrit mantras, these performances can help alleviate many problems of modern times. As a Sanskrit saying says “Heyum Dukham Anagatam” [meaning, “Avert the danger that has not yet come”].
In 2002, he and his father founded the Vedic Foundation of India, which is a charitable trust and Vedic school located in Kanchikacherla, Andhra Pradesh, India that trains Vedic Pandits. From this Vedic school, 20 Vedic students successfully took this course and graduated and they’re currently living their lives successfully as Vedic pandits. The Vedic Yagya Center supports the Vedic School in India in various ways, such as their main one is feeding the poor.
He has been instrumental and the chief priest at the Austin Hindu temple and an officiating chief priest for the inaugurations of many Hindu temples in the world. He has also founded a Hindu temple called the Sri SivaKameswari temple [Vedic Spiritual Center] in Costa Mesa back in 2016 on the concept of Prakriti and Purusha. He’s been traveling and performing many yagyas for the last 15 years around the globe.
For more information, Pandit Samavedula can be reached through his website: http://vydic.com
cs@vydic.org - 512-633-7999
Aditya Togi
Dr. Aditya Togi is a Lecturer by profession with PhD in Physics, specialization in Astronomy. He developed a keen interest in Astrology from his early teenage years and started learning independently to interpret and analyze astrology readings. From, past few years he has been involved with Dr. Arjun Pai to learn astrology secrets of nakshatras. He collaborates and discusses astrology concepts with Pai team members on Arjun Pai and KRS Youtube channel.
With the background knowledge of Astronomy Dr. Togi's interest is in connecting astronomical concepts with Astrology. Dr. Togi's opinion in bridging the gap between Astrology and Astronomy can help us broaden our understanding of astrology concepts. He is interested in nakshatra based astrology, decoding ancient astrological and astronomical texts, and understanding astrological concepts through astronomical techniques. He currently resides in San Marcos, TX, USA and does research and practices Jyotish.
With the background knowledge of Astronomy Dr. Togi's interest is in connecting astronomical concepts with Astrology. Dr. Togi's opinion in bridging the gap between Astrology and Astronomy can help us broaden our understanding of astrology concepts. He is interested in nakshatra based astrology, decoding ancient astrological and astronomical texts, and understanding astrological concepts through astronomical techniques. He currently resides in San Marcos, TX, USA and does research and practices Jyotish.
Kanholy Santhip Krishnan
Dr. Santhip Krishnan Kanholy is from the city of Kozhikode, in the state of Kerala in India, belonging to a family lineage of Vaidyas (traditional Ayurvedic Healers). He got his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. He started his Astrology studies watching KRSchannel videos as a hobby during his graduate studies. Later he studied nakshatras with Dr. Arjun Pai, who nurtured his research & love for deeper exploration of jyotish. His passion for Nakshatras & jyotish research resulted him appearing on Youtube videos and sharing his nakshatra knowledge as part of Pai team on various Youtube channels including Dr Arjun Pai’s astrology channel. He gives jyotish readings, teaches students & continues with his nakshatra research. He may be contacted via email - drkanholy@gmail.com
Sarajit Poddar
Sarajit Poddar, known to many as Varahamihira, has dedicated his life to the study and practice of Jyotish, or Vedic astrology. His journey began with the guidance of his paternal uncle, Sri Manoj Kanti Poddar, who first introduced him to this ancient science. His knowledge was further deepened under the mentorship of Pt. Sanjay Rath is a revered figure in the field of Jyotish.
For over thirty years, Sarajit has been a seeker, delving into the intricacies of celestial forces and their influence on human affairs. He has tirelessly studied the classical texts, striving to understand and reconcile the various shlokas and sutras that form the foundation of Jyotish. His quest for deeper understanding led him to uncover hidden meanings and insights, which he meticulously compiled in his book, "In Search of Jyotish."
This book is not merely a scholarly work; it is a reflection of Sarajit's personal journey and his deep-rooted desire to share his findings with others. He aims to provide like-minded seekers with a deeper appreciation of Jyotish principles, drawn from his extensive research and personal experiences.
Sarajit Poddar is widely known in the Jyotish community for his dedication and insight. His vision is to inspire and educate those who are passionate about this ancient science. His work, which embodies a unique blend of rigorous scholarship and profound spiritual inquiry, serves as a guiding light for those who seek to understand the celestial and earthly alignments that govern our lives.
For over thirty years, Sarajit has been a seeker, delving into the intricacies of celestial forces and their influence on human affairs. He has tirelessly studied the classical texts, striving to understand and reconcile the various shlokas and sutras that form the foundation of Jyotish. His quest for deeper understanding led him to uncover hidden meanings and insights, which he meticulously compiled in his book, "In Search of Jyotish."
This book is not merely a scholarly work; it is a reflection of Sarajit's personal journey and his deep-rooted desire to share his findings with others. He aims to provide like-minded seekers with a deeper appreciation of Jyotish principles, drawn from his extensive research and personal experiences.
Sarajit Poddar is widely known in the Jyotish community for his dedication and insight. His vision is to inspire and educate those who are passionate about this ancient science. His work, which embodies a unique blend of rigorous scholarship and profound spiritual inquiry, serves as a guiding light for those who seek to understand the celestial and earthly alignments that govern our lives.
Ronnie Dreyer
Ronnie Gale Dreyer is an internationally known astrological consultant, author, lecturer, and teacher. Based in New York City, she has written numerous books and articles, lectures and teaches extensively, and has clients and students throughout the world. With the publication of Indian Astrology, in 1990, Ronnie was a pioneer in bringing Jyotisa to western audiences. She learned Jyotisa in Benares, India and holds an M.A. in South Asian Languages and Cultures from Columbia University. Ronnie can be reached through her website
www.ronniedreyer.com
www.ronniedreyer.com
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