The Devtas and astrological practices in Hinduism are deeply intertwined with the scientific understanding of the chakras and their influence on our consciousness. Through this lens, we can appreciate these ancient concepts as sophisticated psychological and spiritual systems.
In this article, we will explore the concept of Devtas in Hinduism and their relationship with astrology. We begin with references from the Rigveda and Atharvaveda, emphasizing the interaction between the material and spiritual worlds.
The Cosmic Interaction
The Rigveda states: “A thousand heads hath Purusha; from him, Viraj was born, and again Purusha from Viraj was born.” Similarly, the Atharvaveda mentions: “He being father became the son of them.” Both texts indicate a continuous interaction between Purusha (the cosmic being or Brahman) and the material world (Viraj), suggesting that each begets the other in a perpetual cycle.
Chakras: The Centers of Consciousness
Our psychic body consists of the conscious mind, located at the ajna chakra (eyebrow center), and the unconscious mind, located in the spinal cord, which houses five primary chakras. These chakras emit waves that interact with the waves of those around us, creating a collective consciousness.
The Collective Mind
When people are nearby, their conscious and unconscious waves interact and merge, forming a group mind and collective consciousness respectively. On a global scale, this interaction extends to all of humanity and other living beings, creating what we call the Universal Conscious, which can be seen as Brahman or God.
The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad compares the merging of individual consciousness into universal consciousness to rivers merging into the ocean, losing their identities to become one with the ocean.
The Role of Devtas
In modern sociology, Émile Durkheim’s concept of collective consciousness parallels the idea of the Universal Unconscious. Similarly, Carl Jung’s notion of the “soul of humanity” reflects the collective unconscious, aligning closely with the concept of Brahman.
Chakras and Hindu Astrology
At birth, a child’s chakras are influenced by the positions of the seven planets. Hindu astrology posits that the nature and effects of chakras can be modified through the worship of corresponding deities and planets. Each chakra has an associated color and presiding deity:
- Sahasrahara Chakra:
- Deity: Brahman
- Planet: Sun
- Color: Transparent
- Agya Chakra:
- Deity: Indra
- Planet: Moon
- Color: Creamish White
- Vishuddhi Chakra:
- Deity: Brahma
- Planet: Mars
- Color: Purple
- Anahata Chakra:
- Deity: Shiva
- Planet: Mercury
- Color: Blue
- Manipura Chakra:
- Deity: Vishnu
- Planet: Jupiter
- Color: Yellow
- Swadhisthana Chakra:
- Deities: Varun, Ganesh, Hanuman
- Planet: Venus
- Color: Orange
- Muladhara Chakra:
- Deity: Devi or Kali
- Planet: Saturn
- Color: Blood Red
By understanding these associations, one can influence one’s mental and physical states through specific practices and worship.
Conclusion
The concepts of Devtas and astrology in Hinduism have a scientific basis in the psychology of the seven chakras. The primary chakras (Vishuddhi, Anahata, and Manipura) are governed by Brahma, Shiva, and Vishnu. These ancient teachings are not mere folklore but have a profound connection to human psychology and physiology.
For a more detailed discussion, please refer to my published paper in the International Journal of Theosophy, Philosophy, and Science, available through the link in the description of this video.
https://www.commonprophets.com/hindu-cosmology-modern-psychology/
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