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Sunset from my home for a place holder

Sunset from my home for a place holder

Jupiter Venus Conjunction at Sunset (all natural c

Jupiter Venus Conjunction at Sunset (all natural colors- no filters).

This will happen every year but in a different month, for a 12 year cycle.

A Vedic Astrology Course for Children!

This six week course is geared to help you underst

This six week course is geared to help you understand your own chart.

https://www.scienceoflight.net/vedicastrologyintroduction/

The core Science of Light course starts March 2023

The core Science of Light course starts March 2023. This course is for those who want to learn how to practice Vedic Astrology.

12 week intensive Introduction Course

12 week intensive Introduction Course

Kashi Jyotish Conference: inauguration and opening

Kashi Jyotish Conference: inauguration and opening lecture
#sanjayrath #vedicastrologer

Kashi Jyotish Conference

Kashi Jyotish Conference

Kashi Jyotish Conference: lecture on the planet Me

Kashi Jyotish Conference: lecture on the planet Mercury
#vedicastrologer #freedomcole

Kashi Jyotish Conference: slides from the lecture

Kashi Jyotish Conference: slides from the lecture on the planet Mercury

Kashi Jyotish Conference: lecture on the planet Me

Kashi Jyotish Conference: lecture on the planet Mercury
#vedicastrology #mercury #vishnu

Kashi Jyotish Conference: slides from the lecture

Kashi Jyotish Conference: slides from the lecture on the planet Mercury
#jyotish #mercury #vishnu

Kashi Jyotish conference finale

Kashi Jyotish conference finale

Visit to the Vishvanath Temple complex

Visit to the Vishvanath Temple complex

After conference session in Guruji’s room

After conference session in Guruji’s room

It’s never to late to do a panchanga dosha puja.

It’s never to late to do a panchanga dosha puja.

Rudra Abhisheka with priests from each of the four

Rudra Abhisheka with priests from each of the four Vedas. In the video, you can hear the melody change between them.
#rudrabhishek #rudraabhishek

Successful Sankranti Dosha ritual by 15 Vedic pand

Successful Sankranti Dosha ritual by 15 Vedic pandits at Lolarka Kund
#sankranti #sankrantidosha #puja

Mark Dyczkowski is a famous translator of Kashmir

Mark Dyczkowski is a famous translator of Kashmir Trika Shaivism. His next book will have an appendix I helped create…
#kashmirishaivism #trika

Back in the day, scholars were considered unprofes

Back in the day, scholars were considered unprofessional if they practiced what they studied. Today the term scholar-practitioner means a person is a scholar in a subject they practice. The practice enhances scholarship and does not blind the scholar from their rationality.

The River Ganga in Varanasi.

The River Ganga in Varanasi.

You can choose to look at the dirty streets or at

You can choose to look at the dirty streets or at divinity smiling at you from everywhere.

My view of the Ganga, early morning and afternoon.

My view of the Ganga, early morning and afternoon.

One thing that online conferences cannot replace i

One thing that online conferences cannot replace is the community connection that happens when you journey to be with those whose path is the same as yours.

#vistilarsen #ericrosenbush #jyotish #vedicastrologers

There is debate about images of deities being used

There is debate about images of deities being used for decoration. In India, we see that there are plenty of deity images used for decoration and upliftment of the environment that are not in a temple receiving worship daily. Yet we can see that these images are kept clean and held in a respectful space.

What is possible without the Mother? No knowledge,

What is possible without the Mother? No knowledge, as great as can be, can live in anyone’s head without them first being born through the mother. Here, I am thankful for a blessed moment with my Jyotish Guru’s mother.

In the evening after the conference, sitting with

In the evening after the conference, sitting with my guru family. I get to ask detailed questions with contemplative discussion- the moments that make everything worthwhile.

Jagannath Culture in Odisa: 1. the face of Jaganna

Jagannath Culture in Odisa: 1. the face of Jagannath. 2. Paramguru Pandit Sanjay Rath giving the opening prayer for the conference. 3. Opening guest lecture 4. Mahavidya temple 5. Mahaprasad served on banana leaves 6. Visit to the copper plates of Mahapurusha Achyutananda Das at Charakapada (a place Charaka Rsi did sadhana) with a temple celebrating life behind us.

SJC Conference in Bhubaneshwar, Odisa. Lecturing o

SJC Conference in Bhubaneshwar, Odisa. Lecturing on yoga, mental health and Jyotish.

No ordinary Ganesh on the crest of this building.

No ordinary Ganesh on the crest of this building.

Bangkok Dancing Ganesh

Bangkok Dancing Ganesh

Ganesha in the corner of a large apartment buildin

Ganesha in the corner of a large apartment building.

https://astromagia.org/

As astral magic returns t

2004 Fire ceremony for the planet Mercury.

2004 Fire ceremony for the planet Mercury.

https://astromagia.org/

The Greeks had a system o

International Society of Astrological Research (IS

International Society of Astrological Research (ISAR) Conference 2022

International Society of Astrological Research (IS

International Society of Astrological Research (ISAR) fellow sky observers.

Freedom will discuss the factors that create menta

Freedom will discuss the factors that create mental resilience from a traditional Vedic perspective, explain how they are seen astrologically, and explore how these concepts can be translated into modern psychological terminology. Then he will explore some common mental health issues through this lens of astrology and share how he utilizes this to recommend different types of modern psychology approaches to be most supportive to returning the heart and mind to balance.

Denver Colorado

Denver Colorado

My lecture is on Restoring Mental Health with Vedi

My lecture is on Restoring Mental Health with Vedic Astrology: Understanding the root of mental distress by translating an ancient understanding into a modern terminology.

Ritual feeds the soul. It nourishes the human doin

Ritual feeds the soul. It nourishes the human doing the ritual. So often people talk about God(s) as being outside the self somewhere. Yet the ancient texts describe all the divine entities existing within us. If they are in us, then it is to those parts of our own divinity that we offer nourishment and well-being.

Our own wellness is the best medicine to support the world’s wellness.

Guru Purnima offerings: we must maintain the templ

Guru Purnima offerings: we must maintain the temple in which consciousness dwells in order to invite knowledge to come and stay with us.

Guru Purnima puja

Guru Purnima puja

National Āyurvedic Medical Association panel disc

National Āyurvedic Medical Association panel discussion: Allied Vedic Sciences for Individual and Family Health. Yoga Therapy, Vastu, and Jyotish to support the Āyurvedic practitioner.

National Āyurvedic Medical Association panel disc

National Āyurvedic Medical Association panel discussion: Role of Ojas in Building a Healthy Family.

National Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference

National Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference in Tucson Arizona, 2022. My favorite thing about this conference is connecting to people who share conversations about the things you are passionate about.

National Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference

National Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference 2022 Allied Sciences Panel: https://www.ayurvedanama.org/schedule

NAtional Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference

NAtional Āyurvedic Medical Association Conference 2022
https://www.ayurvedanama.org/

NAMA 2022
https://www.ayurvedanama.org/

NAMA 2022
https://www.ayurvedanama.org/

2022 Dasha Summit
Friday February 11 at 9 AM Pacif

2022 Dasha Summit
Friday February 11 at 9 AM Pacific USA. Noon Eastern USA. 5:00 PM London. 10:30 PM India.
https://www.facebook.com/events/474188207458902
The 2022 Dasha Summit is an online astrological event where different Vedic astrologers from varying lineages join together to discuss the topic of Dasha, or Planetary Periods in Jyotish. Each astrologer will go into detail on a related Dasha topics, and other participating Jyotisha will have an opportunity to comment, respond, and give their own insights as well. Freedom Cole, Visti Larsen, Kṣaṇāti, Dr. Arjun Pai, Sam Geppi, and Eve Mendoza will be joining this summit! This event is hosted by Ksanati Jyotish. @visti.larsen @ksanati_jyotish_astrology @drarjunpai @vedicastrology108 @jyotishmoon

#dasha #summit #auspicious #astrology #astrologypost #astrologymemes #vedas #hinduastrology #jyotish #planets #planets #naksatra #vedicastrologyconference #horoscope #birthchart #sidereal #astrologer #karma #zodiac

Rudranama chakra for the praharas.

Rudranama chakra for the praharas.

This is how we find the praharas in the breath. (I

This is how we find the praharas in the breath. (Image is from a future workshop on Yoga and Vedic Astronomy.)

2022 Vedic Astrology Courses #vedicastrology #vedi

2022 Vedic Astrology Courses #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #guru #scienceoflight #astrology #astrologer #sidereal #astrologyconference #jyotish #jyotishastrology #jyotishtribe #synastry #parampara #sangha #guruji #birthchart #horoscope #indianastrology #astrologersofinstagram #planets #astrologicalreading #learnastrology

SJC Vedic Astrology Conference 2021 #vedicastrolog

SJC Vedic Astrology Conference 2021 #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #acva #sanjayrath #astrology #astrologer #sidereal #astrologyconference #jyotish #jyotishastrology #jyotishtribe #sjc #parampara #sangha #guruji #birthchart #horoscope #indianastrology #astrologersofinstagram #planets #astrological

This 6th century Sanskrit poem shows not only comf

This 6th century Sanskrit poem shows not only comfort with love and sensuality, but a deep and artistic exploration of it. Often, I see people think that only spiritual or the celibate monk teachings are what existed in early India. I highlight this, as some Vedic astrologers feel they can avoid relationship and sexuality- even though it is officially given equal importance with dharma, finances, and spirituality. Jyotish (and Sanskrit culture) supports constant reflection and growth in the realm of relationship as a crucial element of a healthy life.

Poem from https://caesuramag.org/posts/subandhu-vsavadatta-james-reich

#relationshipastrology #relationshipastrologer #poetry #sanskrit

Connections at the 2021 Sedona Vedic Astrology Con

Connections at the 2021 Sedona Vedic Astrology Conference @joeybujoldastro #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #acva #sedonavedicastrologyconference #astrology #astrologer #sidereal #astrologyconference #jyotish #jyotishastrology #jyotishtribe #svac2021 #parampara #sangha #guruji #birthchart #horoscope #indianastrology #astrologersofinstagram #planets #astrological

Panel discussion on Ethics and Relationship Astrol

Panel discussion on Ethics and Relationship Astrology with @vedicastrology108 (Sam Geppi) and @dennisharness at the annual Sedona Vedic Astrology Conference 2021. #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #acva #sedonavedicastrologyconference #astrology #astrologer #sidereal #astrologyconference #jyotish #jyotishastrology #jyotishtribe #svac2021 #parampara #sangha #guruji #birthchart #horoscope #indianastrology #astrologersofinstagram #planets #astrological

Last class of the year (2021), on Kartik Purnima,

Last class of the year (2021), on Kartik Purnima, happened at the Sedona Vedic Astrology Conference. #vedicastrology #vedicwisdom #acva #sedonavedicastrologyconference #astrology #astrologer #sidereal #astrologyconference #jyotish #jyotishastrology #jyotishtribe #svac2021 #parampara #sangha #guruji #birthchart #horoscope #indianastrology #astrologersofinstagram #planets #astrological

This is a six-week course designed to give an unde

This is a six-week course designed to give an understanding of the basic elements of Vedic Astrology and to understand how an astrologer reads a chart. https://www.scienceoflight.net/vedicastrologyintroduction/

#astrology #birthcart #planets #astrologypost #vedicastrology #jyotish #astrologyclass #naksatras #lunar #constellations #horoscope #learnastrology #moon #siderealastrology #vedicastrologer #jyotishastrology #jyotishastrologer #siderealastrology #siderealhoroscopes #sidereal #spirituality #vedic #vedicwisdom #astrologyreadings #astrologyclass #astrologyclasses #learnvedicastrology

Almost time for Navaratri…

Almost time for Navaratri…

Nītiśāstra encompasses the philosophical branch

Nītiśāstra encompasses the philosophical branch of ethics and moral responsibilities from the Vedic viewpoint. Its ultimate aim is to promote societal well-being and balance. In this engaging and informative panel, the panelists will examine Nītiśāstra specifically within the context of its use in Jyotiṣa through the lens of relationship astrology. The panelists will discuss various complicated ethical scenarios which professional Astrologers may face in their consulting fields, and review their best practices which aid in maintaining a high level of integrity within Vedic Astrology. #sedona #nitsastra #relationshipastrology #synastry #ethics #astrology #birthcart #astrologypost #vedicastrology #jyotish #astrologyclass #naksatras #lunar #constellations #horoscope #learnastrology #moon #planets #siderealastrology #vedicastrologer #jyotishastrology #jyotishastrologer #siderealastrology #siderealhoroscopes #sidereal #spirituality #vedic #vedicwisdom #astrologyreadings #astrologyclass

The seasons can be felt. Being aware of the temper

The seasons can be felt. Being aware of the temperature and humidity and how it affects our body is aligning with our physical environment. By being aware of the emotional shifts that we experience as the seasons change, and consciously working with them, we are aligning our mind to the planetary mind. By being aware of the movement of the Sun and the length of the days, and adjusting our schedules accordingly, we are aligning with the greater solar system surrounding us.

In Sanskrit poetry, nature and the seasons are des

In Sanskrit poetry, nature and the seasons are described in vivid depth with the intention of evoking an emotional response. Imagery about the weather and its associated colors, temperature, and activities is utilized in stories to bring emotional life to a story. In the Rāmāyana, Rāma cries in sorrow during the Rainy Season as he is missing his kidnapped wife; and the longing and despair are deepened through the imagery of the rain.

In the Summer season (grīṣma), people wear whit

In the Summer season (grīṣma), people wear white to deal with the heat. Woman smear themselves with sandalwood paste, spray themselves with water, and wear flowers that cool them. Summer is the season of jasmine, and everyone enjoys the cooling moonlight. During the day, the heat is so unbearable, even the shade hides under the feet of the trees seeking solace when the summer Sun is on the meridian. Everyone is bathing in the waters – even people who you don’t normally see. One is advised to take fruits to counter the heat exhaustion, and to make love late in the night when it is cooler. Āyurveda recommends increasing salt intake to increase water retention in the body when it is hot and dry.

In Autumn (śarad), the water loses the turbidity

In Autumn (śarad), the water loses the turbidity it had in the rainy season, just as fallen Yogis are purified by resorting to Yogic practice again. The Ṛṣi Parāśara has very spiritual expressions of the seasons, and says that the sky is clear of clouds like the heart of the ascetic whose cares have been consumed by the fire of devotion. And the receding of the water from the banks of the rivers is like the wise, who by degrees shrink from selfish attachment.

Each half-year is divided into three seasons (ṛt

Each half-year is divided into three seasons (ṛtu). Half the seasons are solar, and half are lunar. These seasons are particular to Southeast Asia, but the way of looking at them can deepen the way we look at seasons anywhere. Spring (vasanta) marks the head of the year and lasts approximately 60 days. It is followed by Summer (grīśma), which is extremely hot in Asia. After this come the warm rains in the Rainy Season (varṣa). This is followed by the Autumn (śarad), which is a time of harvest.

The seasons come as beautiful women dancing to Śi

The seasons come as beautiful women dancing to Śiva and Parvatī’s wedding in the Purāṇas. They are each wearing the elements of their season. Spring has anklets made of bees as she walks upon the lotuses of the forest. She holds a mango branch with fresh sprouts. Everything sprouts, grows, and flowers where she walks.

In the Winter season (hemanta), one can no longer

In the Winter season (hemanta), one can no longer sleep in the open through the nights, which are cold and long. People go inside their homes and the focus is on entertaining, drinking, eating and relaxing. The monkeys are shivering, the cattle languish, the dog gets into the kitchen and won’t leave. The Sanskrit poets see the long nights as good for amorous activity, and the intimacy brings more heat than the blankets.

The seasons (ṛtu) are seen to be the force of th

The seasons (ṛtu) are seen to be the force of the Natural or Divine Order (Ṛta). There is law that is made by mankind, and then there is ‘that which is natural’ to the Universe: the way things are – Ṛta. The seasons cyclically unfold in their natural order. They are the external manifestation of the Natural Order of the Universe. By aligning ourselves with the seasons in ritual and lifestyle, we are aligning with the Divine Order.

Through the seasons, the worshipper makes a bridge

Through the seasons, the worshipper makes a bridge to heaven.

http://www.sutrajournal.com/the-six-seasons-part-three-by-freedom-cole

The Introduction Course has been a wonderful way t

The Introduction Course has been a wonderful way to introduce people to how Vedic Astrology works. Clients that take it are happier to understand what I am reading for them. Potential students are happier to know what they are getting themselves into.
Class happens approximately every 8 weeks. The next Introduction will be with Elliot Hocker starting August 9th. He has been working on his graduate degree on Vedic Astronomy in a #Sanskrit medium university in India. He is a great teacher for those interested in details. Link to sign up in bio

The next Vedic astrology intro course begins this

The next Vedic astrology intro course begins this Friday! Sign up at scienceoflight.org

Join us for the Inner Sanctum Symposium + Beltane

Join us for the Inner Sanctum Symposium + Beltane 2021 via Zoom / May 6th - 10th, 2021. Freedom will be speaking on Saturday at 5pm about utilizing the planets to find the goddess who can heal our suffering. There is a wide array of incredible speakers this year! Tickets are available at templeofisis.org

Freedom’s Level 1 & 2 Vedic astrology courses ar

Freedom’s Level 1 & 2 Vedic astrology courses are open for 2021! Visit scienceoflight.net to sign up

Join us for our six week Vedic astrology intro cou

Join us for our six week Vedic astrology intro course on January 7th. Sign up link in bio #jyotish #vedicastrology #astrologylovers #ayurveda

Join us for an astrology webinar with PJCOA on Nov

Join us for an astrology webinar with PJCOA on Nov 29. We will be having an interactive discussion around the ethics of giving relationship advice that will empower you to make more conscious use of your words and improve your skills in addressing difficult areas of prediction. Register at PJCOA.com 🌛✨🌜

Our last introductory course of the year begins No

Our last introductory course of the year begins November 4th at 5:30pm PST! Sign up link in bio. #vedicastrology #astrologyclass #learnastrology

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Our six week introductory class starts May 12th. W

Our six week introductory class starts May 12th. We approach astrology as a science. This course is meant for those who want to understand how Vedic astrology works to get the most out of their consultations or decide if they want to do further study. When you are finished, a larger perspective on life is guaranteed.

A recording of Freedoms lecture on Trauma and Ayur

A recording of Freedoms lecture on Trauma and Ayurveda coming soon

1st annual Colorama Colorado Ayurvedic Medical Con

1st annual Colorama Colorado Ayurvedic Medical Conference - ColoradoAyurveda.org/conference

Registration is now open for Science of Light: Lev

Registration is now open for Science of Light: Level 1 2020! Classes begin Feb. 27-Nov. 26th and are held online or in person in Nevada City, CA. Visit ScienceofLight.net to sign up.

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Watch the lecture by searching “Freedom Cole Kā

Watch the lecture by searching “Freedom Cole Kālī, Durgā, Lakshmi: Connecting without Appropriation”

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Freedoms 2nd lecture from Lightning in a Bottle this past May 2019

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon P

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon Phases” at Lightning in a Bottle

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon P

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon Phases” at Lightning in a Bottle

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon P

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon Phases” at Lightning in a Bottle

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon P

From lecture presentation on “Yoga of the Moon Phases” at Lightning in a Bottle

Freedom taught a lecture this year at Lightning in

Freedom taught a lecture this year at Lightning in a Bottle on the “Yoga of the Moon Phases”
Watch on YouTube by searching “Freedom Cole Yoga of the Moon Phases”

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Slide from Freedom’s presentation at 2019 NAMA c

Slide from Freedom’s presentation at 2019 NAMA conference on “Qualitative Research on Prajñāparādha”

2019 NAMA conference panel “Mindful and Practica

2019 NAMA conference panel “Mindful and Practical Approach to Research in Ayurveda”

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Lecture panel on “Mindful & Practical Approach to Research in Ayurveda” @ NAMA conference!
Freedom presented along with Christine Peterson, Namyata Pathak, & Vivel Shanbhag.

Earlier this year, Freedom lectured at the annual

Earlier this year, Freedom lectured at the annual National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) Conference! To view his lecture, search “Qualitative Research on Prajñāparādha Freedom Cole” on YouTube!

2019 Science of Light Course Levels 1&2 Registrati

2019 Science of Light Course Levels 1&2 Registration open!
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LEVEL 1 begins March 28th, 2019 & will meet every Thursday from 6-8PM PST
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LEVEL 2 begins March 27th, 2019 & will meet every Wednesday from 6-8PM PST
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Think this course may be right for you? Email freedomfamily@gmail.com or visit the course website in bio!

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