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About Yogini-Dasha

Dashas
Nakshatra-Based 36 years Cycle

Yogini Dasha

General applicability, especially for spiritual matters

Stellar Timing System

System Overview

Type Nakshatra-Based
Total Duration 36 years
Planets 8 Grahas
Condition General applicability, especially for spiritual matters

Core Philosophy

Basis

Eight Yoginis representing different feminine planetary energies

Principle

Progressive year increase (1-8) mirrors consciousness expansion

Sequence & Logic

Sequence

Eight yoginis in fixed order, each with specific planetary ruler

Rationale

Accelerated spiritual evolution through multiple 36-year cycles

Calculation Method

Step-by-Step Calculation

1

Add 3 to the birth nakshatra number

2

Divide the sum by 8

3

Remainder determines starting Yogini

4

Progress through fixed Yogini sequence

Balance & Sub-Periods

Balance Calculation

Proportional to nakshatra position within 13°20'

Sub-Period Hierarchy
Antar Dasha 8 sub-periods in Yogini sequence
Pratyantar Dasha Progressive sub-sub-periods
Sookshma Dasha Fine divisions for precise timing

Planetary Periods & Their Duration

1 Years

Moon (चंद्र)

Emotions, nurturing, home, mental peace

Ruling Nakshatras: Mangala Yogini - Intuition
2 Years

Sun (सूर्य)

Soul purpose, authority, recognition, vitality

Ruling Nakshatras: Pingala Yogini - Vitality
3 Years

Jupiter (गुरु)

Wisdom, spirituality, expansion, good fortune

Ruling Nakshatras: Dhanya Yogini - Prosperity
4 Years

Mars (मंगल)

Energy, conflicts, courage, ambition

Ruling Nakshatras: Bhramari Yogini - Energy
5 Years

Mercury (बुध)

Intelligence, communication, business, adaptability

Ruling Nakshatras: Bhadrika Yogini - Intelligence
6 Years

Saturn (शनि)

Discipline, restrictions, maturity, karmic lessons

Ruling Nakshatras: Ulka Yogini - Discipline
7 Years

Venus (शुक्र)

Material pleasures, relationships, creativity, luxury

Ruling Nakshatras: Siddha Yogini - Accomplishment
8 Years

Rahu (राहु)

Desires, illusions, material growth, foreign influences

Ruling Nakshatras: Sankata Yogini - Transformation

Total Cycle Distribution

36 years

Complete Yogini Dasha Cycle

Interpretation Principles

General Principles

Feminine aspects of planetary energies governing manifestation

Quality of Time

Particularly powerful for emotional and spiritual development

Karma Activation

Shakti-based activation of planetary powers

Special Considerations

Multiple cycles in lifetime allow repeated spiritual opportunities

Remedial Measures

General Remedies

Yogini-specific practices and feminine deity worship

Specific Measures

Mantras and rituals for the ruling Yogini

Timing

During respective Yogini periods for maximum benefit

Sacred Legend of Yogini Dasha

Lord Shiva revealed the Yogini Dasha to Parvati during their cosmic discourse on Mount Kailash. Eight divine yoginis, each embodying a planetary shakti, danced before them. Mangala brought lunar intuition for one year, Pingala solar vitality for two, and so forth, each yogini's influence expanding progressively. The 36-year cycle allowed souls to experience multiple complete journeys, accelerating spiritual evolution. These yoginis represented the feminine aspects of planetary energies, making this system particularly powerful for understanding emotional and spiritual development. The absence of Ketu indicated focus on manifesting spiritual energy rather than renunciation.

Historical Background & Significance

Yogini Dasha connects to Tantric traditions recognizing eight primary feminine energies governing manifestation. The mathematical progression (1 through 8 years) mirrors the expansion of consciousness through chakra awakening. This system gained prominence in medieval India, particularly among spiritual practitioners who needed precise timing for sadhana periods. The 36-year cycle allows experiencing 3-4 complete cycles in a lifetime, providing multiple opportunities for spiritual transformation. The system's simplicity and effectiveness made it popular among village astrologers for quick, accurate predictions.