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Vedic Method of Horoscope Matching (Melapak)
Kundali Melapak (Horoscope Matching) is a unique and ancient 8-fold Vedic test of horoscope matching between a man and woman’s charts for marriage. This ancient technique of Vedic Astrology was formulated about 3,000 years ago and compares various aspects of the natal chart, Moon sign in the chart as the primary factor.

The Natal Charts of the man and the woman are drawn and comparatively tested in eight different ways. Each test has a score. While the maximum points that can be achieved under each test are different, the full 8-fold test can yield a maximum score of 36 points. A score of 18 is deemed to be the minimum for a reasonable match. Marriages are not recommended for a result below 18.

Another very important aspect of Marriage Compatibility is Manglik Match (Mars Consideration). Which is very important for success of married life and well being of both Male and Female partner..

Although the techniques and the basis of this comparison originated in ancient times, the analysis has not lost its relevance today. This analysis brings out the difference in personality and nature between two people in a quantitative and more precise manner than any other astrological tool. It proves to be very accurate and relevant even today in gauging compatibility and the areas of strengths and weakness in a relationship.

The Scoring System

In presenting you this analysis, we have maintained the integrity of ancient principles in the scoring system and the weightage given to various aspects. However, we want you to understand the principles behind it completely, so that you can understand the various aspects of your relationship in which you are completely compatible and where the problem areas may lie so that you are able to work on it.

In ancient times, the fundamental purpose of marriage was to carry on the lineage in a manner that increased the material and spiritual prosperity of the couple within the norms of social behaviors in that time. It is also to be understood that Women had been relegated to a subordinate or inferior role in the Man/Woman Relationship. The role of the woman, be it the Queen or the wife of an ordinary man in society, was at home and the primary responsibility was to look after the comforts of the husband, take care of the children as well as his parents and his entire family.

The system by which this test assigns scores is that when and if in a relationship, the horoscope chart of a woman rates higher and is superior in intellectual, mental or physical powers than the chart of the man’s, then the test will fail and there will be a low score or a zero score. The highest score is also given in this test in a woman’s ability to be a mother.

We encourage you to study this test very closely for its ability to point out the difference in personality and ego between two different people and their strengths and weakness in maintaining a nurturing, caring and growing relationship over time.

The First Test:
Mental Compatibility (Varna)
This test has a maximum value of 1 point and shows the basic potential of a person and the person’s inherent skills and abilities. This also includes the personal egos of the partners and compatibility between their egos. A partnership in which the woman has higher intellectual and spiritual qualities will score low in this test.

For purposes of this test, personalities are divided into four classes to indicate potential and inherent abilities. They are as follows:

Brahmin or Priests – They are the intellectuals and philosophers. Their role in society is that of a Guru or a teacher. They were traditionally spiritual leaders and were not expected to perform physical labor. Society looked up to them and looked after them. They have a high development of spiritual and mental ability.

Kshatriya or Warriors – They form the leaders and the ruling class who are powerful people and master of strategy and battle. They were traditionally the Kings and protectors of society. They are considered very courageous and are decisive in their actions.

Vaishya or Merchants/Business people – They belong to the professional or business class of people who perform all the useful and economic functions of society. They are skilled in different crafts and professions, signifying tremendous abilities.

Shudra or Laborers/Service people — They belong to the normal hard-working class who had a tremendous sense of service to society. Majority of the work in society fell upon them; hence they also have an inherent sense of responsibility.

It has the Weightage of : 1

The Man belongs to the Kshatria ( Warrior ) category
The Woman belongs to the Kshatria ( Warrior ) category

Prediction
Both partners are from Kshatriya Varna. Both will be brave, tenacious and endowed with significant skills. As both are from the same Varna; there will be complete mutual trust and love. Both will respect each other's views. Hence, there will be an excellent mental compatibility between them.

The Second Test:
Power compatibility (Vasya)
This test has a maximum value of 2 points and shows the power equation between the partners. It also reflects who will be the more dominant partner in the relationship.

For the purposes of this test, Vedic principles again divide personalities into 5 different categories reflecting the difference in power status. These are classified by symbols of different living creatures. The test scores the compatibility between these classifications and the inherent or natural balance of power. Once again, if a woman has a higher power status, the score will be low. The classifications are as follows:

Manav or Human. Humans are normally individualistic, they like to have control, have their own opinions and the power to discriminate.

Vanchar or Creature of the Jungle. Jungle creatures that are powerful and those that are higher in the food chain like Tigers, and Lions, etc. fall into this category.

Chatuspad or Four-Legged Creature. Animals that are less powerful like deer and goat and sheep fall in this category.

Jalchar or Creature of Water. Once again they have their own power and their own sphere of influence.

Keet or Insect. They are essential to any ecological balance and exert a quiet power that is essential for survival. Thus, they have their own strengths and area of influence.

It has the Weightage of : 2


The Man belongs to the Vanchar ( Creature of the Jungle ) category
The Woman belongs to the Vanchar ( Creature of the Jungle. ) category

Prediction
Both the partners belong to the Vanchar (creature of jungle) classification. Since both belong to the same classification, mental, ideological, intellectual and behavioral compatibility are of the highest order. Both have their independent views and domains but would respect each other’s views and thoughts. Hence this test indicates excellent results.

The Third Test:
Birth Star Compatibility (Tara)
This test has a maximum value of 3 points and indicates the health, well-being and longevity of the partners after marriage. This test reflects if marriage is favorable or unfavorable in promoting longevity and health of each partner.

For purposes of this test, the inter-relationship of the birth stars (Tara) are looked at and compared. Vedic Astrology rates the inter-relationship as being naturally auspicious or inauspicious. This test rates the relationship of the birth stars as reflected in each partner’s natal chart. There are 9 categories of birth stars—Janama, Sampat, Vipata, Kshema, Pratyari, Sadhaka, Vadha, Mitra and Ati-mitra. The counting is done from Her Birth Star to that of His and from His Birth Star to that of Her’s. If by dividing each of them by the other, the remainder comes to 3, 5, 7 then the Tara is inauspicious. If the remainder comes to 1, 2, 4, 6 8, 0 then it is auspicious. The points are determined according to the auspicious and inauspicious Birth Stars of both the partners.

It has the Weightage of : 3


Prediction
The relationship between these two birth stars is excellent. This indicates that peace, prosperity and financial strength are likely to be excellent. In addition, this combination is also considered to be favorable for birth of children and for having an deep emotional attachment between the partners.

The Fourth Test:
Physical and sexual compatibility (Yoni)
This test has a maximum value of 4 points and shows sexual and biological compatibility, as well as mutual love and sexual inclinations of the partners reflecting attraction, love and sexual joy.

For the purposes of this test, the relationship between the “Nakshatra” in the two natal charts are compared and each Nakshatra is given the characteristic of an animal. Once again, animals have either a natural affinity, or are neutral or enemies to each other. The maximum score of 4 is obtained is obtained in this test when Yoni or the animal character personified is the same for both Man and Woman. The minimum score of 0 is obtained in this test when the Yoni. or the animal characteristics personified, of Man and Woman are natural enemies. For example, if the Yonis of the couple belong to Serpent and Mongoose category, the score will be zero in this test.

The 14 animal characteristics that are endowed on the personalities are as follows:

Ashwa or Horse
Gaja or Elephant
Mesha or Ram
Sarpa or Serpent
Swah or Dog
Marjarah or Tom Cat
Mushika or Rat
Gau or Cow
Mahisha or Buffalo
Vyagrah or Tiger
Mriga or Deer
Vanara or Monkey
Nakula or Mongoose
Singha or Lion

It has the Weightage of : 4


The Man belongs to the Mushaka ( Rat ) category
The Woman belongs to the Mushaka ( Rat ) category

Prediction
When both partners belong to the same Yoni, the level of attachment, love, support and co-operation between them is normally of of a very high order. They are likely to assist each other in almost every aspect of life. Both are likely to share each other’s joys and sorrows, moreover sexual satisfaction between them is likely to be of excellent. Instead of thinking about their individual sexual satisfaction they would strive to satisfy each other. Hence this test indicates excellent results.

The Fifth Test:
Planetary Harmony (Grahamaitri)
This test has a maximum value of 5 points. It shows progeny prospects, mental qualities and mutual affection between the partners. It also shows one’s outlook, objective, and intellectual level as well as spiritual plane of existence. It reflects the fundamental difference in daily behavior, attitude and norm by which the man and woman relate to each other. For the purposes of this test, the relationship between the different planetary lords of the Moon Sign in each partner’s natal chart is compared. Vedic Astrology attributes the planets either to be natural friends, or enemies or neutral to each other.

The 7 planets are as follows:

Surya or Sun
Chandra or Moon
Mangal or Mars
Budh or Mercury
Guru or Jupiter
Shukra or Venus
Shani or Saturn

It has the Weightage of : 5


The Man belongs to the Surya ( Sun ) category
The Woman belongs to the Surya ( Sun ) category

Prediction
The lords of the two Moon signs of the couple are extremely friendly to each other. It indicates that intellectual, behavioral, ideological and mental compatibility between them is likely to be of a high level and both would be deeply attached to each other. Their life styles and professional career may have similar directions. Both would assist and support each other in almost every aspect. Hence this test indicates excellent results.

The Sixth Test:
Compatibility of nature (Gana)
This test has a maximum value of 6 and shows the nature of the two different individuals at a mundane level, and indicates the compatibility of temperament and mutual daily behavior, for happiness and prosperity in their lives.

For purposes of this test, by categorizing persons into 3 separate classes, the inherent spiritual and materialistic values of the two persons are compared and rated for compatibility. Once again, if the woman were to score higher points spiritually, the scores will be low.

They are as follows:

Devata or Godly — This represents a person who is more spiritual than materialistic.

Manushya or Mortal — This indicates a person who has an even balance between the spiritual and the materialistic.

Rakshasa or Demon — This represents a person who is more materialistic than spiritual

This is an important test with high values. The maximum point of 6 is obtained when both partners belong to the same ‘Gana’. This signifies an identical outlook towards life. The scores in this test can be 6, 5, 1 or 0. The minimum score of 0 is obtained when either partner belongs to a “Demon” category. However, if both were to belong to the Demon category, the score would be high. Marriage or a long-term relationship between inimical Ganas brings quarrels, disharmony, separation and divorce.

It has the Weightage of : 6

The Man belongs to the Rakshasa ( Demon ) category
The Woman belongs to the Manushya ( Man ) category

Prediction
The relationship between humans and demons is that of the hunter and the hunted as humans are food for demons. If a relationship is developed under such a situation, one is likely to suffer from numerous health problems. This is not considered to be favorable for developing a strong and healthy relationship. Hence this test does not indicate favorable results.

The Seventh Test:
Compatibility between Zodiac Moon signs (Bhakut)
This test has a maximum value of 7 and is a crucial test to check overall prosperity in the growth of family, family welfare and economic prosperity after marriage.

For purposes of this test, the compatibility between the Zodiac Moon Signs are compared by checking the angles created by these signs in the two different charts.

The Moon Signs are as follows:

Mesh or Aries
Vrisha or Taurus
Mithun or Gemini
Kark or Cancer
Singha or Leo
Kanya or Virgo
Tula or Libra
Brischik or Scorpio
Dhanu or Sagittarius
Makar or Capricorn
Kumbha or Aquarius
Meena or Pisces

It has the Weightage of : 7


The Man belongs to the Singha ( Leo ) category
The Woman belongs to the Singha ( Leo ) category

Prediction
Both these Moon signs create a 5/9 axis between them. This indicates that consequent to their establishing a relationship, support and assistance from each other may be negligible and this may also be an obstacle to progeny bliss. Hence this test does not indicate favorable results.

The Eighth Test:
Compatibility between Life forces (Nadi)
This test that has the highest value of 8 shows the pulse and nervous energy indicating the physiological and heredity factor. This test also measures the genetic compatibility between the couple to produce healthy progeny after marriage.

Please consider that in ancient Vedic times, the main purpose of marriage was to produce healthy children and to continue the family lineage. In this age of modern science and technology, where the most advanced medical facilities are available, this score should be considered in light of this factor. In addition, in those relationships where birth of children is not required, this score can be completely discarded from the overall points and the points scored.

For purposes of this test, life forces are categorized as follows:

Adi or Beginning
Madhya or Middle
Aanta or End

It has the Weightage of : 8

Conclusion
 Maximum Score Possible = 36

This score can be termed excellent and of a high order. In the event of their establishing a relationship, peace, progress and prosperity of a high order can be envisaged. They are likely to co-operate with each other in almost every aspect of life and would respect each other’s views and thoughts. Thus we are pleased to give the astrological consent for establishing a relationship.