seva and daan
Health and Wealth are two very important pillars in modern life that are often captured in one saying of ‘Health is Wealth’.
Naturally those who are interested in studying Jyotish or want a consult often have questions on these two areas. For our benefit Jyotish provides an important and profound answer in Volunteering Time (seva) and Donating Wealth (daan).
The two houses that control big events of life
Its often said that ‘Money makes the world go around’. A large part of our lives go in accumulation of wealth to help discharge our duties and fulfill desires.
Wealth in Jyotish, is denoted by the second house and is at a distance of seven from the house of sudden loss/gain, the eight house. What this implies is that imbalance in the eight house can led to sudden loss of wealth.
Jyotish gives the simple answer of daan - self-less donation to help bring balance in our wealth accumulation pursuits. It could be a charity of your choosing, a recent event that moves you or your inner desire to share the gift of wealth with those less fortunate.
Remember it is not the size of donation that matters but the intent behind it. Give generously and selflessly!
If there is anything more important than Wealth for most, it is Health. We are constantly bombarded with studies and new found wisdom on how to live our healthiest. In fact ancient India had a complete health and lifestyle system that viewed health as a balance of mind, body, and spirit - Ayurveda.
In addition to following a good routine of diet and exercise we need to incorporate the concept of Volunteering time (seva) in our life. Volunteering allows us to make a difference in the lives of others and brings humility in our actions.
So give your time and wealth generously and selflessly to balance your life and uplift others.
