Vashya Koota Analysis
Vashya Types and Scoring Table
हित्वा मृगेन्द्रं नरराशिवश्याः सर्वे तथैषां जलजाश्च भक्ष्याः ।
सर्वेऽपि सिंहस्य वशे विनालिं ज्ञेयं नराणां व्यवहारतोऽन्यत् ।। २३ ।।
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Key Takeaways:
- Vashya Koota carries a maximum of 2 points.
- The zodiac signs are classified as Chatushpada, Nara, Jalachara, Vanachara and Keeta.
- This koota is traditionally used to assess mutual attraction, influence and adaptability between the couple.
Vashya means influence or attraction, while Bhakshya literally means that which may be consumed or brought under control. In marriage matching, this koota is used symbolically to judge mutual attraction and responsiveness between the prospective partners. It carries 2 points.
Classification of the Five Vashyas
- Chatushpada (quadruped): Aries, Taurus, the latter half of Sagittarius and the first half of Capricorn.
- Nara (human): Gemini, Virgo, Libra, the first half of Sagittarius and Aquarius.
- Jalachara (aquatic): Cancer, the latter half of Capricorn and Pisces.
- Vanachara (wild): Leo.
- Keeta (insect): Scorpio.
Vashya Koota Scoring Table
| Bride \ Groom | Chatushpada | Nara | Jalachara | Vanachara | Keeta |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatushpada | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Nara | 1 | 2 | 1/2 | 0 | 1 |
| Jalachara | 1 | 1/2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Vanachara | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Keeta | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Contents
- 1. Ashlesha and Related Nakshatra Dosha Cancellation
- 2. Eight Kootas in Marriage Matching — Introduction
- 3. 1. Varna Koota Analysis
- 4. 2. Vashya Koota Analysis
- 5. 3. Tara Koota Analysis
- 6. 4. Yoni Koota Analysis
- 7. 5. Graha Maitri Koota Analysis
- 8. 6. Gana Koota Analysis
- 9. 7. Bhakoota Analysis and Dosha Cancellation
- 10. 8. Nadi Koota Analysis and Dosha Cancellation
- 11. Varga Koota and Other Compatibility Considerations
- 12. Kuja Dosha Analysis and Classical Cancellation Rules
