Cosmic Articles

What Really Is the Ascendant in your Horoscope ?

Why is the Ascendant called the starting point of a horoscope, and why does it change throughout the day? This simple tutorial, with an easy animation explains how the Lagna rises on the eastern horizon and shapes all twelve houses of your birth chart.

In Pursuit of Moksha: Renunciation or Escape?

A man wants to become a millionaire, buy a beach villa and rise to the position of CEO—and then asks whether he can attain Moksha without another birth. Is renunciation a call from the soul, an influence of Ketu, or merely an escape from life’s difficulties? In Pursuit of Moksha: Renunciation or Escape? explores the common man’s complicated search for ultimate freedom.

The Mystery of Interconnected Destiny

A daughter’s horoscope says she will rebel against her parents. Her mother’s horoscope shows suffering through a child, while her father’s reveals endless worry caused by one of his children. Are these separate predictions—or different sides of the same destined event? Even the betrayal of Jesus required Judas to play a part. When one person’s destiny cannot unfold without another, who chooses whom—and where does destiny end and personal responsibility begin? Welcome to The Mystery of Interconnected Destiny.

Two Mantras Every Astrologer Should Know

An Astrologer needs more than knowledge of planets and houses. Discover two powerful prayers—one to Lord Ganesha for clear understanding and removal of obstacles, and another to Ravi for illumination and responsible speech—that can transform the reading of a horoscope.

Kaala, Desha and Paatra : The Proof

Guruji E K D K says that the horoscope provides the script in principle. Kaala, Desha and Paatra decide the stage, the costumes and the objects available for the performance. Read this article if you have not understood this statement.

The Top 5 Mistakes an Astrologer Can Make

An Astrologer’s words can create confidence—or fear, clarity—or confusion. Even a knowledgeable Astrologer can make serious mistakes through haste, overconfidence, personal bias, careless prediction or unsuitable remedies. This article examines the five most common mistakes an Astrologer can make and explains why responsibility, patience, compassion and humility are just as important as astrological knowledge.

Is Your Combust Planet Burning—Only to Be Purified?

What if the planet burning in your horoscope is not being destroyed, but purified? This article explores combustion as a process of karmic correction—revealing how the Sun’s intense fire may weaken a planet’s outward expression while teaching responsibility, removing ignorance and transforming the area of life it represents.

First You Lose Your Temper—Then You Lose Everything Else

Anger does not merely disturb the mind—it can quietly destroy wealth, relationships and valuable opportunities. Maharishi Parashara places extreme anger and wasteful expenditure together in the same shloka, revealing an ancient connection between losing one’s temper and suffering material loss. This article explores why anger may be one of the most expensive weaknesses in human life.

Welcome to the EKDK Global Astrology Forum

Welcome to the EKDK Global Astrology Forum—a worldwide community where students, Astrologers and seekers can ask questions, discuss horoscopes, share knowledge and explore Astrology, Karma, spirituality, philosophy and human life together.

Putra Dosha: Karmic Affliction Concerning Children

Putra Dosha is not merely about childlessness. Rooted in past-life Karma, it may reveal itself through delayed conception, loss, anxiety or prolonged suffering concerning children. This article returns to Maharishi Parashara’s original teachings to explore the deeper truth behind this sensitive karmic affliction.

Business Partnership: To Join or Not to Join?

Before entering a business partnership, it is important to know whether business partnership is suitable for your horoscope and whether the prospective partner is truly compatible with you. This article explains how Vedic Astrology can help identify complementary strengths, possible conflicts, financial risks and the chances of long-term success before two people join hands in business.

Rewind to Fast Forward : The Retrograde Planets

Ever feel like you are trapped in a cosmic glitch, forced to relive the exact same relationship patterns, communication breakdowns, or career delays over and over again? In astrology, we are taught to fear retrograde planets as curses that halt our progress. But what if this frustrating pause is actually a brilliant, hidden strategy for supreme power?

How an IIM Ahmedabad Topper Failed in Business

A true case from my Astrology practice from the year 1992, this article recounts the remarkable story of an IIM Ahmedabad MBA topper whose exceptional education and business expertise could not prevent financial failure. Through the lens of Vedic Astrology, I explain how karma and planetary positions can influence success, revealing why educational qualifications alone do not always determine life's outcomes.

The True Power of Astrological Remedies : Tsunami 2004

Can astrological remedies truly protect us from the consequences of past-life karma? Or are they merely rituals with psychological value? In this article, I share three remarkable real-life cases of clients who narrowly escaped the devastating Indian Ocean Tsunami of December 26, 2004. According to their horoscopes, each of them was passing through planetary periods indicating serious danger through water (Jala Ganda). Following the principles laid down in the Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra, they had performed the Mrityunjaya Japa Homa before the disaster. These extraordinary incidents raise an important question: Do astrological remedies completely erase karma, or do they simply reduce its intensity? Drawing upon classical Vedic astrology and firsthand experiences from my astrological practice, this article explores how sincere remedial measures, combined with divine grace, may transform a potentially fatal karmic event into a life-changing experience of protection and faith.

Demystifying Chandrashtama: A Practical and Scientific Guide

Is Chandrashtama really a period of bad luck, or is it just a cosmic weather alert? Guruji E.K. Dhilip Kumar strips away the myths to deliver a practical, logic-driven approach to navigating the Moon’s 8th house transit with mindfulness instead of fear.

Do Planets Really Control Us? Astrology and Karma

Most people completely misinterpret how Astrology actually operates. When analysing a horoscope, an Astrologer looks at the 9 distant grahas (planets). On top of that online videos often prove that planets directly controls everyone. You will constantly hear creators of YouTube Astrology videos say dramatic statements like Saturn is punishing you, Rahu will drive you to addiction, or Ketu will violently ruin your life.

The Mystery of the Emerald Ring : A True Story

A client in Mumbai correctly traced a stubborn, unexplained skin rash under the lucky Emerald ring on my pinky finger to an unfavourable Mars Antardasha. Remarkably, the inflammation started when the Mars Antardasha began and cleared up completely as soon as that planetary period concluded, serving as real-world proof of how a gemstone connects directly to a person's astrological chart.

Why Astrology refuses to leave the Stars of Power and Fame?

I was inspired to write this article because of a rapid 24-hour political uproar in Tamil Nadu involving a government-appointed Astrologer. It perfectly captures the paradox of our time: while modern life runs on science and reason, the hidden influence of Vedic Astrology still sways major decisions in politics, power, business and cinema.

When to perform a Mrityunjaya japa homa (havan) ?

The most important mantras in the Hindu tradition are Gayatri Mantra and Mrityunjaya Mantra. In Bhagavad Gita Sri Krishna says the most powerful mantra is Gayatri. Strangely Maharishi Parasara in his book Brihat Parasara Hora Sastra never mentioned Gayatri Mantra as a remedy for the well being of a person or to save a person from the effects of a bad period as per Karma. However Maharishi Parasara has mentioned Mrityunjaya Mantra countless time as a remedy in Volume 2 in connection to Maraka or Marakesh period. In this article we will be discussing this.

How to Book an Appointment on www.astrologyekdk.com

Our new updated website www.astrologyekdk.com is catching the attention of Astrology lovers across the globe. Some of my existing clients requested me to write this article so that when they refer my name to their friends it would be easy for them to book a consultation all by themselves. Which is when I decided to write.

Beneficial and Malefic Planets - What they really mean?

In Vedic Astrology classical text books you may have noticed the word Malefic and Benefic has appeared countless times. What do these terms really mean and what you can do about it is what we are going to discuss in this article.

Read a horoscope without the help of an Astrologer : Part 3

In this article I have discussed the most important features of each house in your horoscope. There are 12 houses in your horoscope. Read this article to know the important facts about each house from house 1 to house 12.

What is SDT in Astrology ? Saturn Dominated Time ?

Today I got this sudden urge to write an article on what is SDT. Saturn Dominated Time and then I noticed that the date today happens to be a Full Moon Saturday ( 30 May 2026) and as I type these lines the Star is Anuradha a Saturn star and the serial number of this star in the sequence of Stars is No.17 This is what we call as 2X SDT. Let's discuss this in detail.

Why We Blame God and the Stars for Our Choices?

Every time something goes wrong with us the first thing we do is to look around and try to find out the cause. If you cannot find the reason on earth the next thing we do is to look up in to the sky. In the sky we have the planets in our horoscope to blame. If you are not convinced with this you try to go beyond the planets and start searching for God and sometimes ask "why God have you done this to me"?

Eye diseases (Netra Roga) : The Astrology Viewpoint

Ordinary eye problems that comes with age is easily solved by wearing the right kind of glass spectacles for long-sightedness (hyperopia) or (Short-sightedness (myopia). These are not to be considered as Karmic Eye Problems so these may not be seen in a horoscope. In this article we are about the discuss that which can be seen in the horoscope.

Obesity is due to your Karma as seen in your horoscope

Has your dietitian really helped you reduce your weight? Are you still in search of a परमानेंट (Permanent) solution. Are you trying out a newer and latest method each time someone tells you about it. Read this article and take a fresh look at the heavy problem that is getting hold of more people on this planet.

Rahu – Moon Period : Attacked by Spirits & Tigers

Is there a 2nd marriage in your life?

Marriages are made in heaven. Every civilisation of the world believed this for centuries. The truth is that not all marriages are a matter for destiny. Some marriage has intense karma packed into it. Extremely happy marriage is a result of merits carried forward from past lives and marriages that end in a divorce is also a result of demerits ( sin ) from past lives.

Why only Sarpa Dosha ? Why not Lion or Tiger Dosha?

Have you ever wondered why in the horoscope we find only Sarpa (Snake) Dosha and never the doshas connected to other animals like Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Bull, Bear and so on? What does Sarpa Dosha (Blemish due to Snake) really mean? Is the Sarpa dosha just the hissing Sssssnakes? Or is it much more? Read this article and spread the word around before we create more problems for the snakes.

What is your Lucky Gem?

In today’s world of 100s of charms and luck enhancers under various names and guises the 9 planetary gems ( Navratna) continues to be the most fascinating and attractive option you have. While there are about 50,000 gemstones in the world only 9 are related to grahas (planets). Of the 9 gemstones which one will enhance the luck in your life and which one will reduce the luck that you already have? Read this article to know the answer.

Karma and Effort

Many people have told me "I believe only in effort. So I have no time for planets, Astrology and discussions about Karma. I believe everything happens just because of what we do and therefore past life, Astrology, Karma and God has nothing to do with whatever is happening to me". After hearing this many times I decided to write on this question. This article is the edited version of what I wrote during the year 2006.

Is meeting a Professional Astrologer a matter of Destiny?

If many events in our life is predetermined, can we say that even your meeting with a professional Astrologer is a matter of destiny ? In the title you may notice the usage of the word Professional - what I mean by this is... The Professional Astrologer is one who does not use Astrology as a past time, a hobby, something done only for the sole reason for attracting people to him. Many Astrologers on YouTube want to get famous by making random statements but the truth is he may be a beginner in Astrology, who has read just 10 pages of an Astrology book. A professional Astrologer is one who does Astrology as his livelihood, his life is dependant on Astrology knowledge. In other words his passion and his purpose of life is only Astrology.

The Greatest Joke in Astrology.

I am a professional Astrologer, and I want to know your mobile number. But wait—never share your entire ten-digit mobile number with me. Just tell me its first digit. As soon as you give me that one digit, I will call you and have a long conversation with you.

Fate of Astrologers: Should Astrology Consultations Be Free?

Astrology may be divine knowledge, but the Astrologer still lives on Earth—with family duties, expenses and karmic responsibilities. Through humour and real-life experiences, this article explores why voluntary Seva is noble, while demanding a free consultation is not charity, but exploitation.

What is common between Astrology and Chess?

What happens when Sagar Shah, the famous chess YouTuber and International Master, interviews celebrity Astrologer E. K. Dhilip Kumar during a chess tournament? A brief conversation reveals fascinating connections between Chess and Astrology—from Saturn’s patience and the symbolism of the Pawn to the planetary qualities required to become a great chess player.

Did Samudra Manthan Really Happen Only Once?

Samudra Manthan is not merely an ancient story about the Devas and Asuras churning the Ocean of Milk in search of Amrit. It is an encoded message about the continuous churning taking place within our minds, relationships, workplaces and throughout the world. Vasuki represents desire, Mount Mandara the human mind, Kurma the divine foundation of patience and justice, while the poison and treasures reveal what our struggles produce along the way. This article explores an extraordinary possibility: Samudra Manthan did not happen only once—it is happening within each one of us at this very moment.

My Memorable Conversation with Kapiel Raaj

In this memorable conversation with Kapiel Raaj of KRSchannel, I reveal how a computer program unexpectedly led me into Vedic Astrology. We explore my journey with Dr. B. V. Raman, my research on Navamsa, marriage timing, divisional charts, Yogas, Dashas and the mysterious role of intuition in prediction.

If God Is One, Why Are There So Many Gods?

Discover why the one Supreme God is worshipped through many forms, names and religions. This article explains how different Gods and spiritual paths reflect humanity’s diverse ways of understanding, approaching and experiencing the same Divine Reality.

Lord of 1st house in the 7th house

To understand the effect of the lord of the 1st house in the 7th house in Vedic Astrology we must 1st know the meaning of the 1st house and the 7th house. The 1st house represents the core of the self. It is the literal "I" or "me" from the perspective of the individual. When you look at your natal chart and locate the first house, you are looking at your rising sign, your beginning, the start of your current life. The 1st house is the zodiac sign ascending on the eastern horizon at the exact moment of your birth and that is why it is called "Ascendant".

Time of Birth : How accurate should it be?

Time of Birth : How accurate should it be?

How to read your horoscope without the help of an Astrologer : Part 1

Why should you learn to read your own horoscope. Well, there are countless advantages and also a few disadvantages. Sometimes Astrologers do not tell you everything because they simply do not want to upset you. Sometimes you may not like someone to tell you about your personal life. So if you want to know more about yourself then it is always better to know some fundamental facts about Astrology along with simple techniques that help you a lot. You always get some happiness when you do-it-yourself is it not?

To Go or Not to Go - Livelihood in Foreign Countries

One of the most important truth you may discover in a horoscope is whether the person has luck in foreign lands or it is better to stay in one's motherland. Some people have what is called short term luck in foreign countries. Some go to a foreign land only to remain unhappy and lead an unsatisfactory life. They want to come back but fate will keep them in a foreign land. So many types of what is called the "Foreign Yoga" or "Foreign Dosha". Let's unravel the mystery.

Sade-Sati - The 7.5 years Saturn Challenge!

Remember during school days we always had the annual examination that determines if you are good student or not. Sade-Sati also known as 7.5 years Saturn phase is actually an exam time in the school called Karma. In this article we are going to discuss the misconceptions of Sade-Sati and also the best remedies to pass the exam. If you accept the analogy try to answer my next question. Is exams good for the student or is it bad? Answering this question is not easy. In the same way one cannot say Sade-Sati is always bad. Sometimes it is good. For example India's Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi became Prime Minister during his Sade Sati.

Do your duty don't expect the fruits - The Astrology angle!

One of the most famous verse in Bhagavad Gita is from Chapter 2, Verse 47 "You have a right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions. Never consider yourself to be the cause of the results of your activities, nor be attached to inaction". Who on earth will do some work without expecting the fruits of labor? What really did Sri Krishna have in mind when He said this to Arjuna? In this article I am going to give the meaning of this verse from the angle of Astrology and Karma.

How to do SWOT analysis using a Horoscope?

When you are reborn again and again, God issues your mark sheet each time. This mark sheet is your horoscope. Your horoscope is unique as much as you are. Only an Astrology literate can read your horoscope. If you do not know Astrology it is like an illiterate person trying to read the mark sheet of student Anantharaman in 8th grade.

Superstitions in the world and especially India

India they say is a land of superstitions though it is difficult to name a country where there are no superstitions. In this article I wish to write on the reason why they came into existence so you may excuse the creators of Superstitions. Superstitions has some reason. Without reason nothing ever happens. Does every superstition have a reason behind them? Yes. In case you have found a good reason for a popular superstition send me an email ( email id is ekdhilipkumar@gmail.com) and I will surely add add it to this article so the whole world knows.

Errors and Omissions in Vedic Astrology

This article is a result of many emails that I received over the years. Students of Astrology and those who are always discussing this complex science at first thought that mastering Astrology was easy. Even after reading dozens of most expensive books the confusion continued. In fact it increased. In this article I just want you to to be aware that you cannot take the rules and combinations for granted.

Which Planets rules each of the 27 Stars (Nakshatra) - QRG Series

This is just a quick reference guide for Astrology enthusiasts. Quick Reference Guide on our website will always be mentioned as QRG Series. This article is written more for my 3450 students who have done an Astrology course with me. However even if you are not my student, feel free to use them whenever you have a doubt.

4 Ps of Peace - You need it more than your daily supplements

The 4 Ps of Marketing has done well. It has given success at the expense of peace of mind for mankind. Try the following 4 Ps of Peace of Mind to get back to your original self.

Top 8 Facts about Saturn with reference to Vedic Astrology

Saturn is the most often talked about planet when it comes to Vedic Astrology. This is because Saturn is related to punishment and hence the most feared one amongst the planets in our horoscope. In this article I wish to speak about the Top 8 facts about Saturn. These tips may be useful if you are currently in a tough Sade-Sati (7.5 years Saturn phase), or in a Rahu-Saturn period, or a Saturn-Rahu period or a Saturn-Saturn period.

Good & Bad Planets for Gemini Ascendant ( Mithuna Lagna )

The Functional Benefic and Malefic Planets for Gemini Ascendant (Mithuna Lagna)

Ketu Dasha - Oh My God - An Astrology perspective

The response to this article which I published in 2006 or so has been so huge that it became my signature blog. This time I decided to edit it one more time considering the fact that I have more experience now due to clients feedback on KETU MahaDasha. Some clients reached out to me during Sukra MahaDasha after their Ketu Mahadasha got over but they keep talking about the nightmares they had to go through in Ketu Mahadasha.

The Fascinating Number 8

The twist and turns in number 8 8 is the most fascinating and enigmatic single digit number. Feared by many, preferred by a few, this number continues to be the most controversial single digit number in the world of Astr

The S Curve of Saturn

The S curve is as simple as the letter S. Everything that you see starts off at the bottom. Like when we were a baby. Our growth was largely dependent on how others helped us to grow. Then somewhere about 8 years we beca

The Right Angle of Everything

What is the creature on the picture? Take a long look at the following picture. You see a frog . The frog is sad of course. Maybe it is hungry. What do you think the frog is going to do? Wait there or start moving. A frog is a slow creature. It lives on insects. Whatever thoughts that run around ...