One of the most interesting and complicated parts of Vedic astrology that you will come upon when you begin to study this art are references to the Navamsa chart. Although most individuals are conversant with the birth chart (otherwise known as Rasi chart), the Navamsa chart analysis is equally or more significant in explaining to you the deeper meaning of life purpose, spiritual development and even the relationships in your life.

This article will take you deep into the concept of the Navamsa chart, how this chart operates, why you need this chart so much, and how it can paint the reality of the dynamics that transcend to form your fate.

What Exactly is the Navamsa Chart?

Navamsa chart or D-9 chart in Vedic astrology is a divisional chart which provides a finer picture through which astrologers can look at the soul and inner life of its individual person. Where the Rasi chart reflects on the personality you present to the world, your life situation and where you live in the world, the Navamsa is that which appears behind the curtains, the hidden strengths, what you learn upon the soul and deeper karma levels.

Navamsa derives its name hence, on the basis of two Sanskrit words which are Nav (nine), and Amsa (division). Simply described, the Navamsa map segments each of the zodiac signs into 9 equal portions thus assigning them with a 3deg20 segment. Both of these segments introduce individual aspects of your character, the journey of your soul, and connections.

Why is the Navamsa Chart So Important?

In astrology it is tempting to think only of the Rasi horoscope since that is where the planets are when you are born. There is a caveat though, and it is that the Rasi chart doesn,t portray the entire story. It just provides you a momentary picture of the material lives. The Navamsa chart however goes further to reveal what happens past the occurrences that take place on the surface.

The principal role of the Navamsa chart is to point out the path of the soul and the way the person is going to develop spiritually. And it is not only about your working life or your family. It reveals your developments on a soul level such as your learnings, your struggles, and spiritual development.

Simply speaking, a Navamsa chart can be seen as a kind of map of your inner reality that unfolds before your eyes into the course of spiritual fulfillment and yourself.

How Do You Interpret the Navamsa Chart?

Navamsa chart considers the same planets that were considered at Rasi chart, just re-locates them based on a different system. However, the Rasi chart may be viewed as your outer personality, whereas Navamsa chart reflects the inner spiritual traits. This enables you to read more of the working of your personality.

These are some key things to remember when reading a Navamsa chart:

Planetary Dignity: 

A planet occupying its own sign or exalted in Navamsa chart is believed to be good and strong planet. As such, when Jupiter is found in the respective sign in the Navamsa, then this implies a great deal of spiritual wisdom and a considerable amount of grace and success in life. On the contrary, when a planet is debilitated, or in an enemy sign, the interpretation can refer to issues or shortcomings in that portion of life.

The Ascendant (Lagna):

The Ascendant in the Navamsa chart is extremely important since it informs us of the inner persona - who you become when no one is looking. It displays expression of soul, which may not necessarily be in line with personality that you present to the outside world.

House Placements: 

The houses of the astrology symbolize various spheres of life. The distribution of planets across houses of the Navamsa chart will provide a piece of information as regards to how you may be inclined towards living aspects of life in diverse arenas of life, namely love, marriage, career, religion and others.

The Role of Benefic and Malefic Planets:

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury, etc, are benefic planets and tend to bring good luck in Navamsa chart. Bad planets that might be causing trouble are malefic planets like Mars, Saturn, Rahu but when placed negatively might cause problems and may cause problems and also the difficulties may make them grow and take a new form.

The Key Role of the Navamsa Chart in Marriage and Relationships

With marriage, there is one thing where the Navamsa chart is really useful. The Rasi chart only shows general tips about relationships but the Navamsa chart gives clear observation of how your marriage life would be.

House 7 or 7 th house in a navamsa chart is particularly relevant to relationship and marriage and so too to where Venus (the loving planet) is placed. When Venus is good in the Navamsa, then we have a compatibility in the relationship, spouse is loving and the married life appears to be fruitful. In case Venus is weak or afflicted, it could indicate problems in marriage by the experience of marriage or troubles in getting along with a significant other.

The lord of the 7 th house of those who read Astrology also considers the lord of the 7th house in the Navamsa chart. Its position and state suggest about compatibility and happiness of marriage.

One example is that a powerful 7 th house would indicate a stable happy marriage. An ill Placed or afflicted 7 th house could give us such problems like late marriage, misunderstanding or even bad relationships.

The Navamsa Chart and Spiritual Growth

Whereas Rasi chart provides a clear glimpse of the worldly activities, Navamsa chart is the one to consider in case you want to see your spiritual progress. The house 9 (so called house of spirituality, higher learning and dharma) in Navamsa chart plays an important role in defining the path of your soul. It tells how you go about religion, philosophy, and the quest of knowledge.

This is where Jupiter, the planet of wisdom, comes up. When the planet Jupiter is complying in the Navamsa chart; one shows the natural tendency towards spiritual development, knowledge, and aspiration to the higher spiritual levels. A badly seated or afflicted Jupiter can suggest the difficulty in finding a spiritual direction or trouble gaining insights.

The Impact of the Navamsa Chart on Career and Material Life

Although the main promise of the Navamsa chart is related to the spiritual aspects, it also throws some light on the way you will achieve success and have a career and material prosperity. An example is given by the Navamsa chart, where the planets in the 10 th house will reveal how you are likely to perform at career, your sense of authority relation, stature, and success.

When the 10 th house is favourable and well position this denotes that the person succeeds in his professional life. When the 10th lord is afflicted, one might have to face some problems regarding professional or professional development, power, or fame.

Conclusion: The Hidden Power of the Navamsa Chart

Navamsa chart resembles the metaphysical map of where you are headed to. It reads the meaningless and turns it into profound. The Navamsa chart is a tool that you cannot overlook, especially in case you are really interested in learning the precise purpose of your life, your relations with others and in becoming a better person in general.

The most beautiful thing about the Navamsa chart is how it balances the Rasi chart when taken together they will give you the whole picture of your life. The Rasi chart elaborates on the material and physical aspects of your life and the Navamsa chart brings forth into the light the spiritual progress and the sub-laying emotional and karmic patterns which govern your life.

With the Navamsa chart, you know more about married life, professional situation, and spiritual progress and can successfully cope with difficulties and consciously choose each step on your way. It is an immense instrument of self introspection because it makes you not only introspect to know what you are, but also what you are supposed to be.