I will concede that it is my opinion, and I know I have been wrong before LOL.
Show me a scientific proof. Prove that 2 astrologer working independently in two separate location will come back with same diagnosis and predictions.
Also show me that 90% chance that a prediction will come true. Prove to me that "pariharam" worked 100%.
Sri Prasad,
Both of them became true in my and my relative's case. But, we didnt pay much attention and had some bitter experiences. Infact, my 'excellent' math teacher gave very precise predictions (6 years before the events). One astrologer predicted about a major career change, which happened as said on the predicted month/year. I think, most unique/major/obvious events can be predicted by astrology, IMO. And, all astrologers should pretty much have the same calculations. If not, it may be that some astrologers, these days dont not have the skill/grace.
Plus, Astrologers just give the predictions and ParihArams based on the planetary positions. You are right about the parihArams, it is not effective most times. Predictions and some direct ParihArams (like doing Rahu kAla Puja or breaking 100 coconuts) alone are not going to take care of 'ALL' the problems. Like 'LAW' is backed by its science/analysis called 'Jurisprudence', Astrology should be backed by 'Problem Solving in the long run', was my point.
Rather, the ParihAram should also involve more psychology, regarding the person's personality, behaviours etc. Thus, the current Astrologers are more like dry statisticians, but should become Problem Analysts to be more successful, was my point. Else, after Astrology and basic steps, people should resort to other specialties - Spiritual Gurus and health professionals.
Even the Psychologists, doctors, teachers, parents these days address only the problems/symptoms, rather than fixing the root-cause/influences of the problems. More indepth knowledge, analytical ability, awareness, dedication are lacking in every professional.
By the way snakes do not have ears, they can not hear the music played by charmers. Moreover the charmers are snake handlers at best, but they defang the snake and in the process kill the snake. PETA is against this practice.
I think, you wrongly associate astrologers with snake charmers/tantrics/mantra-vAdhis etc. Even , the later kind is helpful in removing toxins from the body in case of animal bites thru. mantra+herb combo.