4 August 2014 - QA 1

What is the difference between Spirituality and Astrology?

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar:

Well, spirituality is related to the Atma (soul) and astrology is related to planets. Astrology deals with observing the movements of the planets and making calculations related to the events that are yet to happen.
The science of Vastu is related to direction, to space, while astrology is related to time. But the One beyond space and time is Mahadeva (Lord Shiva). That’s why for remedying any ill-effects of Vastu or any of the astrological movement of planets, just pray to Lord Shiva. He is the Lord of all planets and He can move them to favourable positions for your benefit.

(Note: The discourse was given in Hindi. Above is a translation of the original talk.)