Guest guest Posted January 21, 2002 Report Share Posted January 21, 2002 Dear Kundalika you wrote <<There are many on this list who feel that discussing ancient texts is a waste of time. >> me In my natal country we have a popular song that says "No soy monedita de oro para caerle bien a todos" = "I am not a coin of gold to be liked by all". We are almost 600 members and increasing on this list and those that are posting here, do so to reach astrologers that can feel themselves in tune either good or bad with that particular posting. That is one of the reasons why we have the delete button handy. Feel free to decide if the posting is good, bad or indifferent for you. However, i know that there are members in this list that like to discuss ancient texts. It seems that you forget that in this list we talk about different equations between astrologers, and evrybody is welcome to enter the conversation, ask questions, give opinions. you <<It is true that doing interpretations is important, but how can anyone make accurate interpretations if their basic understanding is flawed?>> me Their own experience will tell them in either the short or long period of time. However, there are some cheaters, cheating the innocent and they get away with their circus even if their basic understanding of things is flawed. you <<Also, not everyone on the list is an expert in Vedic astrology. >> I agree, that is why many of us are reading this list to hopefully becoming an expert in Vedic astrology. you <<It is necessary that the ancient texts are understood properly.>> me That is why we have gurus (teachers) to explain them and sadhus (students) to practice them. Do you have any question about my postings? you <<Some translations make me wonder if the author was sleep-walking (or should it be sleep-writing?).>> me The same wonder can come to you if you try to read in Spanish or in any language that you cannot understand. Either you learn the language or you get a proper translator or even better a guide or teacher. Something good that i can tell you is that Parasara Muni was well aware and not "sleep-writing" when he wrote down his books on behalf of future astrologers. To more understand a great man, you have to try to be great as well or just follow his teachings with a humble attitude. you <<If some of you still feel that actual interpretation is more important, then do let me know. I have a database of normal people charts, with ordinary lives, as opposed to "rich and famous" category. I will post some charts, and the astrologers can enlighten us all with their interpretations.>> me I let you know that interpretation is more important. However, i decline "your challenge" for various reasons. 1. I am recovering from an illness and i do not have the energy to do so. 2. I have my own database to study, of both famous and ordinary people. 3. If i was healthy, i do not see the point in "enlighten" you or anybody on this list. We are here to post according to our wish and abilities and we will continue to do so if we so wish. In my personal opinion, i do not need to "demostrate" anything. When i post something, i am happy if a single person will appreciate it. If i get some questions about it, i will try to answer according to the best of my ability. I cannot assure that my post is going to be understood by one, few or all, but i can help to clarify things if there is any questions about it. Best wishes Natabara Das Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2002 Report Share Posted January 21, 2002 Dear Natabara, I don't have the time or the inclination to "challenge" anyone. I have made a sincere attempt to pose real life cases which can be studied by all. After all, most of the population doesnot belong to "who's who". When I use the word "enlighten" I mean it. Thats exactly what I am looking for, enlightenment. I don't look at it as a demo of anyone's skills, purely as an academic pursuit. One more thing, I have a formal degree in English literature. I read-write-speak 6 languages including Deutsche and speak 2 dialects. No Espanol, not yet. When I make a comment on translations, I know exactly what I am talking about. Best wishes, K. me I let you know that interpretation is more important. However, i decline "your challenge" for various reasons. 1. I am recovering from an illness and i do not have the energy to do so. 2. I have my own database to study, of both famous and ordinary people. 3. If i was healthy, i do not see the point in "enlighten" you or anybody on this list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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