Shodashavarga (16 Divisional Charts) in Vedic Astrology: The Complete Master Guide
Shodashavarga refers to the 16 primary harmonic divisional charts codified by Sage Parashara in the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. Each chart microscopically examines a specific dimension of existence—from physical body (D1), wealth (D2 Hora), siblings (D3 Drekkana), vehicles/property (D4), children (D7), marriage (D9), career (D10), to past-life karma (D60 Shashtiamsha).
Key Takeaways
- The 16 Parashari divisional charts provide micro-harmonic precision for every life sector.
- Key charts include D1 (General), D9 (Marriage & Dharma), D10 (Profession), and D60 (Past Karma).
- Vimsopaka Bala measures composite planetary strength calculated across these 16 divisions.
- Astrovanee computes the full Shodashavarga with high-precision Swiss Ephemeris astronomical algorithms.
The 16 Parashari Divisional Charts Table
1. **D1 (Rashi)**: Physical body, overall life foundation.
2. **D2 (Hora)**: Financial accumulation, wealth, liquid assets.
3. **D3 (Drekkana)**: Siblings, courage, vitality, energy.
4. **D4 (Chaturthamsha)**: Fixed assets, home, vehicles, fortune.
5. **D7 (Saptamsha)**: Children, lineage, creative progeny.
6. **D9 (Navamsha)**: Marriage, spouse, dharma, mature soul destiny.
7. **D10 (Dashamsha)**: Profession, leadership, public fame, career status.
8. **D12 (Dwadashamsha)**: Parents, ancestry, generational karma.
9. **D16 (Shodashamsha)**: Vehicles, conveyances, material comforts.
10. **D20 (Vimshamsha)**: Spiritual progress, devotion, mantra siddhi.
11. **D24 (Chaturvimshamsha / Siddhamsa)**: Higher learning, intellect, academic degrees.
12. **D27 (Saptavimshamsha / Bhamsa)**: Physical strengths, endurance, weaknesses.
13. **D30 (Trimshamsha)**: Misfortunes, subconscious challenges, moral trials.
14. **D40 (Khavedamsha)**: Auspicious and inauspicious karmic effects.
15. **D45 (Akshavedamsha)**: Character integrity, subtle subconscious purity.
16. **D60 (Shashtiamsha)**: Root karmic causes from prior incarnations; holds supreme weighting in Parashara's Vimsopaka strength.
The Importance of D60 (Shashtiamsha)
Parashara assigns 4 points out of 20 in Vimsopaka Bala exclusively to D60—more than D1 (3.5 points) and D9 (3 points).
D60 explains why identical twins born two minutes apart experience distinctly different career and marriage destinies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Astrovanee provide all 16 divisional charts?
Yes. Astrovanee calculates the complete Shodashavarga suite with South Indian and North Indian chart visualizations and divisional planetary strengths.
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