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Jyotish: The Science of Light and Spiritual Evolution

Lori Toye offers astrology consultations rooted in Jyotish, the ancient Vedic science of India. Pronounced "Joe-teesh," Jyotish is known as the Science of Light, an astrological system that has remained uniquely preserved through India's enduring spiritual traditions. Unlike Western astrology—whose origins trace back to Egyptian and Babylonian influences—Jyotish follows the Sidereal Zodiac, aligning with the actual positions of the stars and the Galactic Center. This precise and sacred system reveals the karmic patterns, life purpose, and spiritual evolution of an individual, guiding them on their path toward enlightenment.

For nearly twenty-five years, Lori Toye has been a dedicated practitioner, student, and researcher of Vedic Astrology. She deliberately chose Jyotish for its deep connection to the Ascended Master Teachings and its resonance with the Seven Rays of Light and Sound—cosmic frequencies that emanate from the planets and the Great Central Sun. Many of the principles of Jyotish are reflected within the I AM America Teachings, offering a personal map for understanding planetary influences on consciousness, karma, and your Ascension Process.

The Hierarch Babaji and the Heart of the Dove

The revered Himalayan Avatar Babaji, a spiritual Hierarch associated with the Heart of the Dove, is known for his timeless guidance and direct transmission of divine wisdom. As the Master Teacher of Sri Yukteswar, the Vedic astrologer and guru to Paramahansa Yogananda, Babaji’s lineage has played a pivotal role in preserving higher esoteric knowledge, including the astrological sciences. Yogananda, in turn, introduced yoga to the West and founded the Self-Realization Fellowship, bridging Eastern wisdom with Western seekers.

The Heart of the Dove, located on the I AM America Map, holds deep spiritual significance within the I AM America Teachings. This sacred location serves as a focal point for higher consciousness and galactic energies, mirroring the celestial principles revealed through Jyotish.

The Sidereal Zodiac and the Great Central Sun

Unlike Western astrology, which follows the Tropical Zodiac, Jyotish is based on the Sidereal Zodiac, tracking the precise location of the stars and their cosmic forces. This distinction is vital because the stars act as conduits for the Seven Rays of Light and Sound—the divine energies that radiate from the Galactic Center. In Ascended Master Teachings, this source of divine power is known as the Great Central Sun, the cosmic wellspring of spiritual nourishment and enlightenment.

Vedic Astrology acknowledges Earth's 25,000-year cycle around this central cosmic force. The legendary psychic Edgar Cayce even predicted that the sidereal system would one day gain prominence, reflecting the soul’s evolutionary journey across cosmic ages. As David Frawley, C.M.D., explains: "Vedic astrology has existed for thousands of years, preserving records of equinoctial shifts and great astrological ages. It is rooted in an unbroken lineage dating back to the Age of the Gods, when humans still communicated with cosmic intelligence."

The Science of Light and Sound in Jyotish

The celestial bodies, known in Sanskrit as Grahas (literally, “seizers” or planetary forces), weave an intricate pattern of light and sound at the moment of birth. These luminous imprints shape our karma, dharma, and life’s purpose, offering insight into the soul’s past, present, and future.

Jyotish is said to have been gifted to humanity before the descent into the Kali Yuga (the Dark Age), tracing its origins to the Vedic Rishi Parashara Shakti and his great work, the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. This profound astrological system offers seekers a way to master the light and sound of the Grahas, aligning their consciousness with divine cosmic rhythms.

By understanding and applying the wisdom of Jyotish, we illuminate our path toward spiritual freedom and Ascension, harmonizing with the cosmic forces that guide our soul’s evolution.