Fwd: Astrology in Islam

September 26, 2007

Vedic Astrologyandhealing , "litsol" <mishra.lalit wrote:

Astrology in Islam

Prophet Muhammad (SAW) told one of his companions that Allah has said that seven types of works are blessed to do in seven days. And this seven works in seven days exactly matches with astrology. In Indian astrology we know that seven main planets own seven days of a weak and each planet has it's own controlling areas. Which days Allah actually advised to choose for specific matters -01. Go hunting - on Saturday02. Start building own house - on Sunday03. Go on a journey - on Monday04. Hair cut and shave - on Tuesday05. Start taking medicine - on Wednesday06. Activities related to prayer - on Thursday07. Marry and make love to a have child - on FridayNow, if we look at the very basic principle of Astrology, then the relation becomes very clear and obvious-01. Death and cruelness - ruled by Saturn - Day: Saturday02. Fame, establishment - ruled by Sun - Day: Sunday03. Journey, travels - ruled by Moon - Day: Monday04. Hair - ruled by Mars - Day: Tuesday05. Chemistry, science, medicine - ruled by Mercury - Day: Wednesday06. Religion and related acts - ruled by Jupiter - Day: Thursday07. Marriage, sexuality - ruled by Venus - Day: Friday Now when we match Astrology principles and Allah's guidance then the relation between them becomes clearly visible. Then it indicates the existence of astrology from the Islamic view or approach. We can understand that Allah advised the follower of Islam to do the right thing on right time. This proves that astrology has a relation with the things happening around us - basically it is the principal on which the world and universe is going on.The Prophet's (SAW) advice about lunar position

A great important phenomena in the Vedic Astrology is lunar position. In western system where the Sun sits at your birth time is called 'Your sign' but in Indian astrology the 'Your sign' is figured out from lunar position. The most effective way of finding out the timing of events in a person's life is Dasha, and the most common and appropriate Dasha is also calculated from lunar position.

The Moon has direct relation with our bodies and minds as I described earlier, and our great Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was very much aware of this. For this reason he used to fast in certain days of lunar calendar which is called Fast of Aiyaam Beiz. This is an optional worship (Mustahaab) for Muslims. Our Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has also been seen advising Ali ® not to make love on the 15th of lunar calendar. Islam also did warn if any woman conceives by making love on any of the first, middle or last days of the lunar calendar then the child must have any defect. These again show us the influence of lunar positions and indicate the importance of astrology. Muslims know that Prophet Muhammad (SAW) had Agate gemstone in his finger. That is why wearing an agate is a Sunnaat to Muslims - means following the ideal of the Prophet. Among Muslims, Agate is believed to keep us away from sinful acts. Islamic view on gems can be easily understood by this when our Prophet himself used a gem. In Vedic Astrology, gem is a widely used way of remedies. The healing power of gems is mentioned in many Vedic Puranas. In his young life before he became prophet, once he went to a different city with his uncle, he met a father named Bahira, who could understand who the young boy was, and told that he would be the last prophet. He instructed his uncle to take care of him and keep him safe from enemies.Astrology in the Quran There is a Surah in the Quran named Buruj. In Arabic the word 'Buruj' means 'Constellation' or 'Zodiac sign'. Surah Buruj is the 85th Surah in the Quran. The starting of the Surah is like- "I swear by the sky where there are buruj..."(Allah swears by the sky where there is zodiac signs.)"I have created buruj (Zodiac signs) on the sky and decorated them for viewers and I have also protected them from evils..." (16th line of Surah Hizr)"How great he is, who has created buruj in the sky and placed the Sun and shining Moon over there..." (61st line of Surah Furkan) Buruj is an Arabic words means constellation or zodiac signs. In Arabic Astrology, we find that the sign Leo is named 'Asad Buruj'. 'Asad' means a lion thus the Arabic name of Leo, which is represented by a lion, is 'Asad Buruj'. Similarly, Libra is named, 'Meejan Buruj'. The Arabic word 'Meejan' means a balance - which represents Libra sign. I always see many Muslims do not say their 'must-do' prayers (Salaat it is called.) everyday, even they do not fast in the Ramadan, and do not do other compulsory Islamic activities. But they are 'too conscious' about Islam (!) and too good in advising people on what to do and what not do - not to practice Astrology. A very bright example of a so-called Muslim life!!!An astrologer predicted about the birth of Musa (A.) Almost all Muslims know the history of Prophet Musa (A.). He was born in a time when the King Pharaon was ruling the country with claiming that he was The God. Prophet Musa (A.) was sent to punish and destroy Pharaon. One day, before he was born, Pharaon's personal astrologer named Bal-am told him that soon a son will come to this earth to punish Pharaon who will destroy his throne and everything. Pharaon knew that he would be right, for sure. At last with the help of his Vizier Hamaan he decided that he would kill any and every male child that would take birth in his country. He thus killed thousands of children. Although, at last Prophet Musa (A.) was born and avoiding the keen watch of Pharaon's agents, he could live in this earth and could destroy Pharaon and his throne in his matured age for Pharaon did the most serious sin by claiming that he was the God. Thus Pharaon could not avoid the prediction of his astrologer, too. We all know this history from Islamic books and texts and thus Islam itself is the prove of this.Some famous Muslim astrologers Moghul monarch Humayun - He was a very pious man, famous and well known for his just. But he himself was very much devoted to astrology and used to practice it. It is evident from historical references.Al-Biruni - Everyone knows about Muslim scientist Al-Biruni (973-1016) but does not know that he was the councilor astrologer of King Al-Mahmud, who regularly took his advices. Al-Biruni stayed in India for 12 years and learned this from Indians. He writes 'Kitab Al-Tafhim Li Awail Sina-at Al Tanjim', it was translated in to English by R. Ramsay Wright later. In this book Al-Biruni begins with geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, geography, astrolabe and then goes to the discussion of astrology. Omar Khayyam - Omar Khayyam (1019-1135) was a famous poet but he was an astrologer of Khorasan. Omar was so perfect in his prediction that he even understood about his own death. He fasted on the day of his death, and when he was saying his prayer he said to Allah, "Oh Allah! I wanted you as best as I could. I beg that I should never be neglected from your kind." that was his life's last sentence.Musa Al-Khwarizmi - The Muslim scientist Abu Abdullah Ibn Musa Al-Khwarizmi was the one who first developed algebra and trigonometry. The word algebra came from the name of his book 'Hisab Algibr Wa Al-Mukabila'. He created the ever first map of the world and gave the idea of seven continents. He also wrote many other books on mathematics, geography etc. He was very much devoted to astrology and translated the Indian classic Siddhant (by Mahaveer) from Sanskrit to Arabic. He also translated many other Indian classics for his research.Ibn Sina - Ibn Sina (980-1037) the great Muslim scientist, developed 'Alchemy' from what the word 'Chemistry' came. He was also very much devoted to both astronomy and astrology and was was brilliant in it.Others - Other renowned astronomers and astrologers were Al Battani (858-929), Al Fazari etc. Muslim scientists invented 'Astrolab' to figure out planetary positions. Sextant was also invented by a Muslim scientist named Al-Khuzandi. Muslim kings highly encouraged astronomy and astrology, during their reigns many new stars and many new things were discovered. For this reason, one-third of total astronomical words come from Arabic language!--- End forwarded message ---

September 26, 2007

Thanks for sharing this. I would love to see more information like this. I hear so little about Islamic traditions and the relationships with the Vedic tradition was insightful. On Sep 26, 2007, at 12:12 AM, Sreenadh wrote:Vedic Astrologyandhealing , "litsol" <mishra.lalit wrote:Astrology in IslamProphet Muhammad (SAW) told one of his companions that Allah has said that seven types of works are blessed to do in seven days. And this seven works in seven days exactly matches with astrology. In Indian astrology we know that seven main planets own seven days of a weak and each planet has it's own controlling areas. Which days Allah actually advised to choose for specific matters -01. Go hunting - on Saturday02. Start building own house - on Sunday03. Go on a journey - on Monday04. Hair cut and shave - on Tuesday05. Start taking medicine - on Wednesday06. Activities related to prayer - on Thursday07. Marry and make love to a have child - on FridayNow, if we look at the very basic principle of Astrology, then the relation becomes very clear and obvious-01. Death and cruelness - ruled by Saturn - Day: Saturday02. Fame, establishment - ruled by Sun - Day: Sunday03. Journey, travels - ruled by Moon - Day: Monday04. Hair - ruled by Mars - Day: Tuesday05. Chemistry, science, medicine - ruled by Mercury - Day: Wednesday06. Religion and related acts - ruled by Jupiter - Day: Thursday07. Marriage, sexuality - ruled by Venus - Day: Friday Now when we match Astrology principles and Allah's guidance then the relation between them becomes clearly visible. Then it indicates the existence of astrology from the Islamic view or approach. We can understand that Allah advised the follower of Islam to do the right thing on right time. This proves that astrology has a relation with the things happening around us - basically it is the principal on which the world and universe is going on.The Prophet's (SAW) advice about lunar position A great important phenomena in the Vedic Astrology is lunar position. In western system where the Sun sits at your birth time is called 'Your sign' but in Indian astrology the 'Your sign' is figured out from lunar position. The most effective way of finding out the timing of events in a person's life is Dasha, and the most common and appropriate Dasha is also calculated from lunar position. The Moon has direct relation with our bodies and minds as I described earlier, and our great Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was very much aware of this. For this reason he used to fast in certain days of lunar calendar which is calledFast of Aiyaam Beiz. This is an optional worship (Mustahaab) for Muslims. Our Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has also been seen advising Ali ® not to make love on the 15th of lunar calendar. Islam also did warn if any woman conceives by making love on any of the first, middle or last days of the lunar calendar then the child must have any defect. These again show us the influence of lunar positions and indicate the importance of astrology. Muslims know that Prophet Muhammad (SAW) had Agate gemstone in his finger. That is why wearing an agate is a Sunnaat to Muslims - means following the ideal of the Prophet. Among Muslims, Agate is believed to keep us away from sinful acts. Islamic view on gems can be easily understood by this when our Prophet himself used a gem. In Vedic Astrology, gem is a widely used way of remedies. The healing power of gems is mentioned in many Vedic Puranas. In his young life before he became prophet, once he went to a different city with his uncle, he met a father named Bahira, who could understand who the young boy was, and told that he would be the last prophet. He instructed his uncle to take care of him and keep him safe from enemies.Astrology in the Quran There is a Surah in the Quran named Buruj. In Arabic the word 'Buruj' means 'Constellation' or 'Zodiac sign'. Surah Buruj is the 85th Surah in the Quran. The! startin g of the Surah is like-"I swear by the sky where there are buruj..."(Allah swears by the sky where there is zodiac signs.)"I have created buruj (Zodiac signs) on the sky and decorated them for viewers and I have also protected them from evils..." (16th line of Surah Hizr)"How great he is, who has created buruj in the sky and placed the Sun and shining Moon over there..." (61st line of Surah Furkan) Buruj is an Arabic words means constellation or zodiac signs. In Arabic Astrology, we find that the sign Leo is named 'Asad Buruj'. 'Asad' means a lion thus the Arabic name of Leo, which is represented by a lion, is 'Asad Buruj'. Similarly, Libra is named, 'Meejan Buruj'. The Arabic word 'Meejan' means a balance - which represents Libra sign. I always see many Muslims do not say their 'must-do' prayers (Salaat it is called.) everyday, even they do not fast in the Ramadan, and do not do other compulsory Islamic activities. But they are 'too conscious' about Islam (!) and too good in advising people on what to do and what not do - not to practice Astrology. A very bright example of a so-called Muslim life!!!An astrologer predicted about the birth of Musa (A.) Almost all Muslims know the history of Prophet Musa (A.). He was born in a time when the King Pharaon was ruling the country with claiming that he was The God. Prophet Musa (A.) was sent to punish and destroy Pharaon. One day, before he was born, Pharaon's personal astrologer named Bal-am told him that soon a son will come to this earth to punish Pharaon who will destroy his throne and everything. Pharaon knew that he would be right, for sure. At last with the help of his Vizier Hamaan he decided that he would kill any and every male child that would take birt! h in his country. He thus killed thousands of children. Although, at last Prophet Musa (A.) was born and avoiding the keen watch of Pharaon's agents, he could live in this earth and could destroy Pharaon and his throne in his matured age for Pharaon did the most serious sin by claiming that he was the God. Thus Pharaon could not avoid the prediction of his astrologer, too. We all know this history from Islamic books and texts and thus Islam itself is the prove of this.Some famous Muslim astrologers Moghul monarch Humayun - He was a very pious man, famous and well known for his just. But he himself was very much devoted to astrology and used to practice it. It is evident from historical references.Al-Biruni - Everyone knows about Muslim scientist Al-Biruni (973-1016) but does not know that he was the councilor astrologer of King Al-Mahmud, who regularly took his advices. Al-Biruni stayed in India for 12 years and learned this from Indians. He writes 'Kitab Al-Tafhim Li Awail Sina-at Al Tanjim', it was translated in to English by R. Ramsay Wright later. In this book Al-Biruni begins with geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, geography, astrolabe and then goes to the discussion of astrology. Omar Khayyam - Omar Khayyam (1019-1135) was a famous poet but he was an astrologer of Khorasan. Omar was so perfect in his prediction that he even understood about his own death. He fasted on the day of his death, and when he was saying his prayer he said to Allah, "Oh Allah! I wanted you as best as I could. I beg that I should never be neglected from your kind." that was his life's last sentence.Musa Al-Khwarizmi - The Muslim scientist Abu Abdullah Ibn Musa Al-Khwarizmi was the one who first developed algebra and trigonometry. The word algebracame from the name of his b! ook 'His ab Algibr Wa Al-Mukabila'. He created the ever first map of the world and gave the idea of seven continents. He also wrote many other books on mathematics, geography etc. He was very much devoted to astrology and translated the Indian classic Siddhant (by Mahaveer) from Sanskrit to Arabic. He also translated many other Indian classics for his research.Ibn Sina - Ibn Sina (980-1037) the great Muslim scientist, developed 'Alchemy' from what the word 'Chemistry' came. He was also very much devoted to both astronomy and astrology and was was brilliant in it.Others - Other renowned astronomers and astrologers were Al Battani (858-929), Al Fazari etc. Muslim scientists invented 'Astrolab' to figure out planetary positions. Sextant was also invented by a Muslim scientist named Al-Khuzandi. Muslim kings highly encouraged astronomy and astrology, during their reigns many new stars and many new things were discovered. For this reason, one-third of total astronomical words come from Arabic language!--- End forwarded message ---