Navamsa (D9 Chart)
నవాంశం
Sanskrit: नवांश · Category: Astrology
Quick Definition
The 1/9 divisional chart — derived by dividing each rashi into 9 parts.
Detailed Explanation
D9 is the most important divisional chart after D1. It reveals marriage/spouse indications, spiritual inclinations, and the true strength of planets. A planet weak in D1 but strong in D9 is said to be "Vargottama" — exceptionally powerful.
See Also
Related Terms
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రాశి
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గ్రహం
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Pada
పాద
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కుండలి
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Author & Sources
Compiled by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar. Definitions cross-referenced against classical texts: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Muhurta Chintamani, Surya Siddhanta, Gṛhya Sūtras. See the full Vedic Glossary for 58 terms across Panchanga, Astrology, Calendar, Dosha, Ritual, and Sanskara categories.