A Birth Chart, also known as Kundli or Horoscope, is the foundation of astrology. It is a map of the sky at the exact time and place of your birth. This chart helps astrologers understand your personality, life events, strengths, challenges, and future possibilities.
In this guide, you’ll learn what a birth chart is, how it is created, and how to read it step by step, in very simple language.
📌 What Is a Birth Chart (Kundli)?
A birth chart is a diagram showing:
- Positions of planets
- Zodiac signs
- 12 houses
at the moment you were born.
Each part of the chart represents a different area of life, such as career, marriage, health, money, and spirituality.
🛠️ How a Birth Chart Is Made
To create a birth chart, three details are required:
1️⃣ Date of Birth
This helps calculate planetary positions.
2️⃣ Time of Birth
Exact time is very important to determine houses and ascendant (Lagna).
3️⃣ Place of Birth
Location decides how planets are placed in houses.
Using these details, astrology software or astrologers calculate the chart based on planetary movements.
🧭 Main Elements of a Birth Chart
🔹 1. Ascendant (Lagna)
The zodiac sign rising on the eastern horizon at birth. It shows personality, behavior, and life path.
🔹 2. Zodiac Signs
There are 12 zodiac signs. Each sign affects how planets express their energy.
🔹 3. Planets
Planets represent different life energies such as mind, career, love, power, and luck.
🔹 4. Houses
The 12 houses show where events happen in life.
📖 How to Read a Birth Chart (Simple Steps)
Step 1: Identify the Ascendant
The first house sign sets the base of the chart.
Step 2: Check Planetary Positions
See which planet is in which sign and house.
Step 3: Understand House Meaning
Each house represents a life area like money, career, or marriage.
Step 4: Observe Planet Strength
Strong planets give positive results, weak ones show challenges.
🌙 Why Birth Chart Reading Is Important
A birth chart helps you:
- Understand yourself better
- Choose the right career path
- Improve relationships
- Plan important life decisions
- Learn about strengths and challenges
📌 Coming Next in PART 6
👉 Life Areas Astrology Looks At (Career, Marriage, Health, etc.)