whats your raashee?
Last night, I watched a Hindi movie called "What's Your Raashee?" (What's Your Sun Sign?) It was a perfect movie for me to see, because I'm really into Astrological signs and the various personal traits which accompany each. I'm also really into Hindi movies and Indian culture. I had invited a friend to go with me, whose mom is actually an Astrologer. I thought he would really appreciate it too, not only for the astrology, but because in the Indian culture most of the marriages are arranged, and his mom coincidentally chooses who he can and can't date (though she doesn't subscribe to Hindu philosophies in general). Anyway the plot of the movie was a Scorpio man's family giving him an ultimatum that he had to get married within a few weeks. After joining a dating service, and getting 167 interested women to respond to his ad, he decided to choose 12 to date, 1 from each sun sign.
While this movie portrayed a pretty darn accurate assessment of each of the sun signs and their respective traits, I was surprised that the Scorpio man ended up marrying the Aquarius woman in the end. Sorry to spoil the ending for those who have not seen it, but it was obvious the pair hit it off from the beginning. The Taurus was a total crackpot, he referred to her as "raving mad". I thought that was really funny because I recently dated a Taurus with an insane temper, similar perspective though the Taurus woman in the movie had more of a playful spirit, and she was indeed pretty crazy! Its funny to me because supposedly Taurus is the best match for Scorpio, intensity wise for sure, and in all other areas that really "count". The character did agree to marry her at one point however the uncle wouldn't allow it because he too agreed that she was crazy!
I would have also chosen for him the Cancer (whom he definitely took a liking to on a "deeper" level), and of course the Scorpio (ok so I'm a bit biased). The Scorpio reminded me of myself to a T! She was funny, fun, exciting, intense, energetic, hilarious, sexy, smart (rattled off facts as I often do), and beautiful in many ways. Her cousin(?) the main character's roommate, had described her as "a lot of woman", and that she was "too much" for most guys to handle. Thus she was still single despite the fact that her parents had been trying to marry her off and she instead had aspirations to become a fashion model. Her character initially came across as shy and reserved, someone very different than her true sun sign reflected, which is inherently part of the Scorpio mystique! I suppose with all Scorpios, you really need to get to know us, as we are certainly the most exotic and intense of the signs -but only those privileged enough to be let in to our inner circle will get to experience this amazing energy and wonderful benefits which accompany that!
In my study of Yoga over the last several years, I have acquired a fondness of Hindi movies during the same timeframe, likewise I have learned a lot about the Indian culture, rituals, and religion. In the Hindu religion there are many gods, versus the Judeo-Christian tradition (which I belong to) in which there is only one God. Perhaps my favorite is the Hindu Deity Ganesha, the elephant-headed prince. Ganesha is known as the "Remover of Obstacles", but also resides over the realms of wisdom, luck, doorways, the household and writing. He is normally depicted with four arms, each holding something symbolic. The modaka symbolizes the sweet rewards gained while on the spiritual path. The ankusha represents Ganesha’s role in prodding one out of inertia and back onto their spiritual path. The pasa symbolizes Ganesha’s powers at curbing the ego, restraining passion and conquering delusion. He has the power to remove any obstacle, whether it is physical or spiritual, from the path of his devotees. If one is not respectful or faithful to Ganesha, he is known to place obstacles in one’s path to render worship fruitless and cause one’s undertakings to fail.
So what's your raashee? We can seek balance and harmony in any relationship, but only if the obstacles are removed. Stubbornness, ego, delusion, or another person's unhealthy interference can all contribute, thus rendering the true seekers of peace and love helpless in their quest. Recognize the root of the issue and pull it out - pull HARD if you have to! Do whatever it takes, but don't let any obstacles spoil your party! Press on towards your goal, and be persistent as you stand your ground. As for arranged marriages (or marriages in general), this is a decision between 2 consenting adults, but should not be influenced or determined by the parents. I have seen one too many a parent interfere in his or her daughter or son's relationship, thereby causing unnecessary stress and undue torture even. If two people's signs are compatible, and they connect upon their first meeting, they will know and recognize if they have important desires and life goals in common. Parents nowadays certainly have a great responsibility to raise and protect their children, of course until they are grown and living on their own. Namaste.
While this movie portrayed a pretty darn accurate assessment of each of the sun signs and their respective traits, I was surprised that the Scorpio man ended up marrying the Aquarius woman in the end. Sorry to spoil the ending for those who have not seen it, but it was obvious the pair hit it off from the beginning. The Taurus was a total crackpot, he referred to her as "raving mad". I thought that was really funny because I recently dated a Taurus with an insane temper, similar perspective though the Taurus woman in the movie had more of a playful spirit, and she was indeed pretty crazy! Its funny to me because supposedly Taurus is the best match for Scorpio, intensity wise for sure, and in all other areas that really "count". The character did agree to marry her at one point however the uncle wouldn't allow it because he too agreed that she was crazy!
I would have also chosen for him the Cancer (whom he definitely took a liking to on a "deeper" level), and of course the Scorpio (ok so I'm a bit biased). The Scorpio reminded me of myself to a T! She was funny, fun, exciting, intense, energetic, hilarious, sexy, smart (rattled off facts as I often do), and beautiful in many ways. Her cousin(?) the main character's roommate, had described her as "a lot of woman", and that she was "too much" for most guys to handle. Thus she was still single despite the fact that her parents had been trying to marry her off and she instead had aspirations to become a fashion model. Her character initially came across as shy and reserved, someone very different than her true sun sign reflected, which is inherently part of the Scorpio mystique! I suppose with all Scorpios, you really need to get to know us, as we are certainly the most exotic and intense of the signs -but only those privileged enough to be let in to our inner circle will get to experience this amazing energy and wonderful benefits which accompany that!
In my study of Yoga over the last several years, I have acquired a fondness of Hindi movies during the same timeframe, likewise I have learned a lot about the Indian culture, rituals, and religion. In the Hindu religion there are many gods, versus the Judeo-Christian tradition (which I belong to) in which there is only one God. Perhaps my favorite is the Hindu Deity Ganesha, the elephant-headed prince. Ganesha is known as the "Remover of Obstacles", but also resides over the realms of wisdom, luck, doorways, the household and writing. He is normally depicted with four arms, each holding something symbolic. The modaka symbolizes the sweet rewards gained while on the spiritual path. The ankusha represents Ganesha’s role in prodding one out of inertia and back onto their spiritual path. The pasa symbolizes Ganesha’s powers at curbing the ego, restraining passion and conquering delusion. He has the power to remove any obstacle, whether it is physical or spiritual, from the path of his devotees. If one is not respectful or faithful to Ganesha, he is known to place obstacles in one’s path to render worship fruitless and cause one’s undertakings to fail.
So what's your raashee? We can seek balance and harmony in any relationship, but only if the obstacles are removed. Stubbornness, ego, delusion, or another person's unhealthy interference can all contribute, thus rendering the true seekers of peace and love helpless in their quest. Recognize the root of the issue and pull it out - pull HARD if you have to! Do whatever it takes, but don't let any obstacles spoil your party! Press on towards your goal, and be persistent as you stand your ground. As for arranged marriages (or marriages in general), this is a decision between 2 consenting adults, but should not be influenced or determined by the parents. I have seen one too many a parent interfere in his or her daughter or son's relationship, thereby causing unnecessary stress and undue torture even. If two people's signs are compatible, and they connect upon their first meeting, they will know and recognize if they have important desires and life goals in common. Parents nowadays certainly have a great responsibility to raise and protect their children, of course until they are grown and living on their own. Namaste.
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