With regard to matching horoscopes for marriage purposes, moon plays the most pivotal role. There are many different types of matching methods which go under the scanner and the surprising part is that in traditional format of matching, it's the planet Moon and its Rasi which is given supreme importance. All you need to know are basically the Nakshatra (Star constellation) and it's Rasi (zodiac sign). There are 27 Nakshatra's beginning from Ashwini (1) and ending with Revathi (27) and there are 12 Rasi's starting from Aries (Mesha) and finishing with Pisces (Meena).
Mentioned below are the prominent test criteria's for match making. Most astrologers just do this star/rasi match and for that you don't really need to go and examine horoscopes with an astrologer as you can do the same yourself. However for advanced matching, definitely a recommended professional should be considered.
One more interesting thing to note is the basis of difference in the methodology of matching between North India and South India. In the North Indian scheme of things, 8 determinants (kootas) are taken into account and each of them are assigned weights ranging from 1 to 8. This will result in a total of 36 and if the overall score exceeds 18 or 50%, it can be safely assumed to be a decent match. In down South of India, usually no specific points are factored and they are generally matched on a scale of 10 basis points with some criteria's given far more importance than the others.
This particular post will highlight on the North Indian Ashta Koot Milan means of match making. The South Indian format will be made as a separate post. Listed below are the 8 koota's (tests) considered to assess the compatibility between the bride and the groom.
1) Varna:
Indication : Spiritual compatibility and ego level based on 4 classes
Nakshatra: Not necessary
Rasi: Essential
This is a Rasi based matching tool based on spiritual compatibility/personality and all you need to know is which rasi the prospective grooms and brides star fall into. The rasis are categorized into one of four types (Varnas) and based on that the matching is reckoned.
- If bride is Kshatriya - 1 point given if groom is either Kshatriya or Vipra, 0 for Vaishya and Shudra.
- If bride is Vaishya - 1 point given if groom is either of Vaishya, Vipra or Kshatriya. 0 for Shudra
- If bride is Shudra - 1 point given if groom is either of Shudra, Vipra, Kshatriya or Vaishya
- If bride is Vipra - 1 point given if groom is also Vipra. 0 for Kshatriya, Vaishya and Shudra
2) Vasya:
Indication : Power equation/influence over one another based on 5 groups
Nakshatra: Not necessary
Rasi: Essential
This is also a rasi based tool to establish the influence the couple has over one another. All one needs to know is which rasi the stars of the groom and bride fall into. The rasis are classified into five groups (Vasyas) and the matching is done accordingly.
- If bride is Chatushpada - 2 points given if groom is either Chatushpada or Keet, 1 for Jalchar, 0.5 for Manava and 0 for Vanchar
- If bride is Manava - 2 points if groom is also Manava, 0.5 for Chatushpada and 0 for Jalchar, Vanchar and Keet
- If bride is Jalchar - 2 points if groom is Jalchar, Vanchar or Keet, 1 for Chatushpada and 0 for Manava
- If bride is Vanchar - 2 points if groom is Vanchar or Jalchar, 0 for Chatushpada, Manava and Keet
- If bride is Keet - 2 points if groom is Keet, 1 point for Chatushpada, Jalchar and 0 for Manava ,Vanchar
3) Tara:
Indication : Health aspect and well being based on 9 groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
In this only the star constellations (Tara) is taken into account and this technique tests the health and well being of the couple based on a specific criteria. The 3rd, 5th and 7th Nakshatra from each of boy and girl is considered to be inauspicious. For this the Nakshatras are divided into 3 sets of 9 stars each. In effect taking 27 stars in totality, the 3rd, 5th, 7th, 12th (1+2=3), 14th (1+4=5), 16th (1+6=7), 21st (2+1-3), 23rd (2+3=5) and 25th (2+5=7) aren't considered to be good. Whichever Nakshatra is rising at birth that is taken as the Janma Nakshatra and counting proceeds in same manner for both bride and groom.
- Counting from bride and groom, if for both of them it does not fall in the set of 3,5,7 then 3 points
- Counting from bride and groom, if for one of them alone it falls in the set of 3,5,7 then 1.5 points
- Counting from bride and groom, if for both parties concerned the respective others Nakshatra falls in set of 3,5,7 then 0 points (This condition will be void as it's not practically possible for both bride and groom's star to appear 3,5,7 from each other)
There is a fundamental flaw in the third distinction and that situation can never arise as the group total comprises of an odd number (9). So effectively counting from one side if it is even, counting from other side it has to be odd and vice versa. The maximum scenarios of counting from bride and groom can be in ratio of 1/1, 2/9, 3/8, 4/7 and 5/6. If it is in the former two categories 1/1 or 2/9 then 3 points allotted because series of 3,5,7 is not touched for either of bride/groom whereas if it falls in the last three categories namely 3/8, 4/7 and 5/6, 1.5 points shall get allotted since 3,5,7 series will be touched from either of bride/groom counting even though the offset count will happen to be an even number.
4) Yoni:
Indication : Sexual inclination and physical compatibility based on 14 animal groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This is the method that tests the sexual compatibility of the couple. All one needs to know is the stars of the groom and bride. The 27 stars are grouped into 14 categories of animals and the matching is done based on it.
- If both bride and groom are of same animal group, then maximum 4 points,
- If both bride and groom are of friendly animal group then 3 points
- If both bride and groom are of neutral animal group then 2 points
- If both bride and groom are of enemy group then 1 point
- If both bride and groom are of sworn enemy group then 0 points
5) Graha Maitri:
Indication : Mental compatibility, love and friendship based on 7 planet lord parameters
Nakshatra : Not necessary
Rasi : Essential
This determines the mental compatibility between the partners and for this the ruler ship planet of the rasis in question is taken into account and compared. The basis of friendship is ascertained from the rasis in which the grooms and brides star fall into.
- If two lords are the same or they are friends, 5 points are given.
- If one lord is friendly and the other is neutral, 4 points are given.
- If both lords are neutral, 3 points are given.
- If one lord is friendly but the other views it as an enemy, 1 point is given.
- If one lord is neutral but the other views it as an enemy, 0.5 point is given.
- If both lords consider each other as enemies, 0 points are given.
6) Gana:
Indication: Habits, behavior and temparament based on 3 Nakshatra groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This method is for determining the temperament between the individuals. Here stars are categorized into 3 sections namely God, Human and Demon and are matched accordingly.
- If bride is Devata, then 6 points if groom is also Devata, 3 points for Manushya and 1 for Rakshasa
- If bride is Manushya, then 6 points if groom is also Manushya, 5 points for Devata and 3 points for Rakshasa
- If bride is Rakshasa, then 6 points if groom is also Rakshasa, 0 points for Devata and Manushya
7) Bhakoot:
Indication: Family welfare and prosperity based on 12 zodiac signs relationship
Nakshatra : Not necessary
Rasi : Essential
This is for knowing the family welfare and financial prosperity. The counting of rasis is done both from the brides rasi to the grooms rasi as well as from the grooms rasi to the brides rasi. The entire set of combinations that are possible are 1/1, 7/7, 2/12, 3/11, 4/10, 5/9, and 6/8. Based on the combination obtained scores are allocated.
- If the rasi count disposition from bride and groom results in 1/1, 7/7, 3/11 or 4/10 series it is auspicious and 7 points granted
- If the rasi count disposition from bride and groom results in 2/12, 5/9 or 6/8 series it is inauspicious and 0 points granted
8) Nadi:
Indication: Genetic compatibility and heredity based on 3 kinds of Nakshatra groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This method computes the genetic compatibility and is given the most weightage of all. The Nakshatra constellations are divided into 3 types of Nadi symbolizing 3 basic qualities of Vapha (wind), Pita (bile) and Kapha (phlegm) to test the genetic compatibility. It is advised that the star of the groom and bride should not fall under the same Nadi.
- If bride star falls in Adi Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Adi Nadi, 8 points if Madhya or Antya Nadi
- If bride star falls in Madhya Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Madhya Nadi, 8 points if Adi or Antya Nadi
- If bride star falls in Antya Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Antya Nadi, 8 points if Adi or Madhya Nadi
Mentioned below are the prominent test criteria's for match making. Most astrologers just do this star/rasi match and for that you don't really need to go and examine horoscopes with an astrologer as you can do the same yourself. However for advanced matching, definitely a recommended professional should be considered.
One more interesting thing to note is the basis of difference in the methodology of matching between North India and South India. In the North Indian scheme of things, 8 determinants (kootas) are taken into account and each of them are assigned weights ranging from 1 to 8. This will result in a total of 36 and if the overall score exceeds 18 or 50%, it can be safely assumed to be a decent match. In down South of India, usually no specific points are factored and they are generally matched on a scale of 10 basis points with some criteria's given far more importance than the others.
This particular post will highlight on the North Indian Ashta Koot Milan means of match making. The South Indian format will be made as a separate post. Listed below are the 8 koota's (tests) considered to assess the compatibility between the bride and the groom.
1) Varna:
Indication : Spiritual compatibility and ego level based on 4 classes
Nakshatra: Not necessary
Rasi: Essential
This is a Rasi based matching tool based on spiritual compatibility/personality and all you need to know is which rasi the prospective grooms and brides star fall into. The rasis are categorized into one of four types (Varnas) and based on that the matching is reckoned.
- If bride is Kshatriya - 1 point given if groom is either Kshatriya or Vipra, 0 for Vaishya and Shudra.
- If bride is Vaishya - 1 point given if groom is either of Vaishya, Vipra or Kshatriya. 0 for Shudra
- If bride is Shudra - 1 point given if groom is either of Shudra, Vipra, Kshatriya or Vaishya
- If bride is Vipra - 1 point given if groom is also Vipra. 0 for Kshatriya, Vaishya and Shudra
Indication : Power equation/influence over one another based on 5 groups
Nakshatra: Not necessary
Rasi: Essential
This is also a rasi based tool to establish the influence the couple has over one another. All one needs to know is which rasi the stars of the groom and bride fall into. The rasis are classified into five groups (Vasyas) and the matching is done accordingly.
- If bride is Chatushpada - 2 points given if groom is either Chatushpada or Keet, 1 for Jalchar, 0.5 for Manava and 0 for Vanchar
- If bride is Manava - 2 points if groom is also Manava, 0.5 for Chatushpada and 0 for Jalchar, Vanchar and Keet
- If bride is Jalchar - 2 points if groom is Jalchar, Vanchar or Keet, 1 for Chatushpada and 0 for Manava
- If bride is Vanchar - 2 points if groom is Vanchar or Jalchar, 0 for Chatushpada, Manava and Keet
- If bride is Keet - 2 points if groom is Keet, 1 point for Chatushpada, Jalchar and 0 for Manava ,Vanchar
3) Tara:
Indication : Health aspect and well being based on 9 groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
In this only the star constellations (Tara) is taken into account and this technique tests the health and well being of the couple based on a specific criteria. The 3rd, 5th and 7th Nakshatra from each of boy and girl is considered to be inauspicious. For this the Nakshatras are divided into 3 sets of 9 stars each. In effect taking 27 stars in totality, the 3rd, 5th, 7th, 12th (1+2=3), 14th (1+4=5), 16th (1+6=7), 21st (2+1-3), 23rd (2+3=5) and 25th (2+5=7) aren't considered to be good. Whichever Nakshatra is rising at birth that is taken as the Janma Nakshatra and counting proceeds in same manner for both bride and groom.
- Counting from bride and groom, if for both of them it does not fall in the set of 3,5,7 then 3 points
- Counting from bride and groom, if for one of them alone it falls in the set of 3,5,7 then 1.5 points
- Counting from bride and groom, if for both parties concerned the respective others Nakshatra falls in set of 3,5,7 then 0 points (This condition will be void as it's not practically possible for both bride and groom's star to appear 3,5,7 from each other)
There is a fundamental flaw in the third distinction and that situation can never arise as the group total comprises of an odd number (9). So effectively counting from one side if it is even, counting from other side it has to be odd and vice versa. The maximum scenarios of counting from bride and groom can be in ratio of 1/1, 2/9, 3/8, 4/7 and 5/6. If it is in the former two categories 1/1 or 2/9 then 3 points allotted because series of 3,5,7 is not touched for either of bride/groom whereas if it falls in the last three categories namely 3/8, 4/7 and 5/6, 1.5 points shall get allotted since 3,5,7 series will be touched from either of bride/groom counting even though the offset count will happen to be an even number.
Indication : Sexual inclination and physical compatibility based on 14 animal groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This is the method that tests the sexual compatibility of the couple. All one needs to know is the stars of the groom and bride. The 27 stars are grouped into 14 categories of animals and the matching is done based on it.
- If both bride and groom are of same animal group, then maximum 4 points,
- If both bride and groom are of friendly animal group then 3 points
- If both bride and groom are of neutral animal group then 2 points
- If both bride and groom are of enemy group then 1 point
- If both bride and groom are of sworn enemy group then 0 points
5) Graha Maitri:
Indication : Mental compatibility, love and friendship based on 7 planet lord parameters
Nakshatra : Not necessary
Rasi : Essential
This determines the mental compatibility between the partners and for this the ruler ship planet of the rasis in question is taken into account and compared. The basis of friendship is ascertained from the rasis in which the grooms and brides star fall into.
- If two lords are the same or they are friends, 5 points are given.
- If one lord is friendly and the other is neutral, 4 points are given.
- If both lords are neutral, 3 points are given.
- If one lord is friendly but the other views it as an enemy, 1 point is given.
- If one lord is neutral but the other views it as an enemy, 0.5 point is given.
- If both lords consider each other as enemies, 0 points are given.
6) Gana:
Indication: Habits, behavior and temparament based on 3 Nakshatra groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This method is for determining the temperament between the individuals. Here stars are categorized into 3 sections namely God, Human and Demon and are matched accordingly.
- If bride is Devata, then 6 points if groom is also Devata, 3 points for Manushya and 1 for Rakshasa
- If bride is Manushya, then 6 points if groom is also Manushya, 5 points for Devata and 3 points for Rakshasa
- If bride is Rakshasa, then 6 points if groom is also Rakshasa, 0 points for Devata and Manushya
7) Bhakoot:
Indication: Family welfare and prosperity based on 12 zodiac signs relationship
Nakshatra : Not necessary
Rasi : Essential
This is for knowing the family welfare and financial prosperity. The counting of rasis is done both from the brides rasi to the grooms rasi as well as from the grooms rasi to the brides rasi. The entire set of combinations that are possible are 1/1, 7/7, 2/12, 3/11, 4/10, 5/9, and 6/8. Based on the combination obtained scores are allocated.
- If the rasi count disposition from bride and groom results in 1/1, 7/7, 3/11 or 4/10 series it is auspicious and 7 points granted
- If the rasi count disposition from bride and groom results in 2/12, 5/9 or 6/8 series it is inauspicious and 0 points granted
8) Nadi:
Indication: Genetic compatibility and heredity based on 3 kinds of Nakshatra groups
Nakshatra : Essential
Rasi : Not necessary
This method computes the genetic compatibility and is given the most weightage of all. The Nakshatra constellations are divided into 3 types of Nadi symbolizing 3 basic qualities of Vapha (wind), Pita (bile) and Kapha (phlegm) to test the genetic compatibility. It is advised that the star of the groom and bride should not fall under the same Nadi.
- If bride star falls in Adi Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Adi Nadi, 8 points if Madhya or Antya Nadi
- If bride star falls in Madhya Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Madhya Nadi, 8 points if Adi or Antya Nadi
- If bride star falls in Antya Nadi, 0 points if grooms star also is in Antya Nadi, 8 points if Adi or Madhya Nadi
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