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A comprehensive, step-by-step beginner's course rooted in the Sanskrit classics of Vedic Astrology.

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Duration:

4 months

Start:

3rd of January 2026Ā 

Designed for:

Beginners

About the Course

This inaugural course in the Jyotish University curriculum is a golden opportunity to learn the fundamentals of this sacred science from Marc Boney, a world-renowned masterĀ teacher with over 50 years of astrological experience. This is the first time in 10 years that he is if offering a course for beginners, after normally teaching only very advanced courses.

Course Design

Ā Ā This interactive 16-week Level One Course is designed to give students a very solid foundation in all the fundamental concepts of Jyotish. Course components include:

Video Lessons

Weekly pre-recorded video presentations on each lessonĀ 

Community

Connect with fellow seekers in our vibrant JyotishĀ  community.

Assignments

Access weekly homework assignments with feedbackĀ 

Study Groups

Be part of small study groups guided by mentors who are also highly-experienced teachers

Live Webinars

Engage directly with teachers, ask questions, and participate in live discussions.

Instructional Material

Explore comprehensive written resources that break down Jyotish principles in a clear, structured way.

Learning Hub

We are committed to providing our students with the best, most user-friendly learning experience. Thatā€™s why all learning takes place on a state-of-the-art, intuitive, and engaging Learning Management System ā€” fully accessible from both desktop and mobile devices. Our goal is to make the learning journey smooth, enjoyable, and inspiring.

Students will have access not only to recorded lessons and assignments, but also to a vibrant community forum ā€” a space where like-minded seekers can connect, collaborate, and grow together on a shared path of astrological inquiry and spiritual insight.

Learn the Right Way!

What is so often lacking in the way Vedic Astrology is learned today is a systematic, approachĀ that starts with establishing a very solid foundation in all the fundamentals of this great scienceĀ and progressively building upon it. Too often students pick up disparate pieces in a disjointedĀ way, or worse, try to learn the more advanced concepts of Jyotish while there are still majorĀ gaps in their understanding of the basics. The result is typically an undigested mass ofĀ information that cannot be usefully applied. The solution is a thorough grounding and rigorousĀ testing in the core elements of this sacred vidya. This course is an opportunity to learn Jyotish inĀ a very systematic, step-by-step way.

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Jyotish: The Lotus of Inner Light

Ā "Like the lotus that rises unstained from muddy waters, the soul unfolds through the karmic patterns revealed in Jyotish - showing us that even in darkness, divine light guides us toward awakening."

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WhatĀ You'll Learn

This foundational Jyotish course offers a clear and accessible introduction to the timeless wisdom of Vedic astrology. You will explore the core elements of a birth chartā€”planets (grahas), zodiac signs (rashis), houses (bhavas), and their deeper meanings. Step by step, youā€™ll begin to see how celestial patterns shape human experience. By the end of the course, youā€™ll be equipped with the essential tools to read a basic chart and start uncovering your own karmic blueprint.

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A Message from Your Instructor

"Jyotish is an amazing science. It reveals magnificent order in the cosmos, in which free will interacts with the law of karma."Ā Ā This course will guide you in exploring the profound connection between the stars and your own life.

Curriculum

The Science of Light: Introduction to the Astrology of Ancient India
Astrology, Karma and Reincarnation
Basic Astronomy for Astrologers ā€“ Components of a Birth Chart
Grahas ā€“ The Planets
Raśīs ā€“ The Astrological Signs
Nakshatras ā€“ The Lunar Mansions
Bhāvas ā€“ The Astrological Houses
Vargās - Divisional Charts
PAC Analysis of a Birth Chart
The Basics of Birth Chart Interpretation
Daśās - Planetary Periods for Timing Events
Gocara ā€“ Planetary Transits for Timing Events
Upāyas ā€“ Remedial Measures

Your Instructor:Ā 

Marc Boney

Marc Boney, M.A. is an internationally renowned teacher of astrology, writer, and consultant.

He has been involved since 1974 with the integration of the ancient wisdom of astrology with the counselling arts. He received his training in Jyotish primarily from K.N. Rao, one of the worldā€™s foremost Vedic astrologers. His focus is on using the Vedic system to help guide people in their lives, as well as training others.

Marc has been a featured speaker at international conferences and has taught Jyotish around the world, including in India, Russia, Japan, Turkey, and Bulgaria. He is the author of over 100 articles on this topic and has 36 book publications. The Institute of Astrology, Bharātiya Vidyā Bhāvan, of New Delhi, India honored Marc with a Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the advancement of Vedic Astrology in the West. In December of 2024 the American College of Vedic Astrology awarded Marc the prestigious Jyotish Navaratna Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Vedic Astrology.

Marc founded the Pacific Institute of Vedic Science, which offers quality educational programs in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Jyotish online and in the San Diego area where he lives.

Marc holds a M.A.in Counseling Psychology and a B.A. in English Literature from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.

Your Instructor:Ā 

Marc Boney

Marc Boney, M.A. is an internationally renowned teacher of astrology, writer, and consultant. He has been involved since 1974 with the integration of the ancient wisdom of astrology with the counseling arts. He received his training in Jyotish primarily from K.N. Rao, one of the worldā€™s foremost Vedic astrologers. His focus is on using the Vedic system to help guide people in their lives, as well as training others.

Marc has been a featured speaker at international conferences and has taught Jyotish around the world, including in India, Russia, Japan, Turkey, and Bulgaria. He is the author of over 100 articles on this topic and has 36 book publications. The Institute of Astrology, Bharātiya Vidyā Bhāvan, of New Delhi, India honored Marc with a Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the advancement of Vedic Astrology in the West. In December of 2024 the American College of Vedic Astrology awarded Marc the prestigious Jyotish Navaratna Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Vedic Astrology.

Marc founded the Pacific Institute of Vedic Science, which offers quality educational programs in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Jyotish online and in the San Diego area where he lives.

Marc holds a M.A.in Counseling Psychology and a B.A. in English Literature from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.

In the Lineage of K.N.Rao

Marc met his teacher, Shri K.N. Rao, in November 1993 and became a devoted student.

Affectionately known as Rao-ji, Shri Rao is considered one of the greatest astrologers of the past century. After a distinguished civil service career, he founded the Institute of Astrology within the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan of New Delhi, now the worldā€™s leading Jyotish institution. His groundbreaking research, especially in reviving the Jaimini system, has shaped modern Vedic astrology.

Marc feels deeply blessed to be one of his foremost students. In December 2024, both were honored by the American College of Vedic Astrology for their contributions to Jyotish.

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