Hora (astrology)
Horā ) is a branch of the Indian system of astrology known as [Jyotiṣa|]. It deals with the finer points of predictive methods, as distinct from Siddhānta and [Saṃhita|].
The various aspects of hora are:Jātaka Shāstra : Prediction based on individual horoscope.Muhurta or Muhurtha : Selection of beneficial time to initiate an activity to get maximum fruition from the life activities.Swara Shāstra : Predictions based on name & sounds.Prashna : Predictions based on time when a question is asked by querent / querist.Ankjyotish / Kabala : A branch of astrology based on numbers.
- Nadi Astrology: An ancient treatise having detailed predictions for individuals.Tajika Shāstra / Varsha Phal : Astrology based on annual solar returns.Jaimini Sutras: A non-conventional method of timing of events used by Indian astrologer Acharya Jaimini.Nastjātakam : Art of tracing / construction of lost horoscopes.Streejātaka : A special branch of astrology dealing with female nativities.Graha Samudriki : Palm reading as horoscope.Hasta Rekha / Samudrika Shāstra : Based on palm reading.Padatala Shāstra : Based on reading of lines & signs on the sole.Shakuna Shāstra : Predictions based on omens & portents.Swapna Vidya : Interpretation of dreams.Kapala Vidya Ākriti Vidya : Based on structure & moles on the body.Kerala Jyotisha: Predictions based on querrist reply regarding name of flower or colour or touching part of body.
- Remedial Astrology: Various modes of propitiation of planets based on planetary positions in nativity, transits, elections & for religious functions.