This text broadly explores and details the ancient Indian form of karmic astrology, which looks at the effect of past lives on the present. Karma is a Buddhist and Hindu concept which considers the sum of a person's actions in previous states of existence. This guide aims to give readers the practical skills needed to see their own present-day path according to these teachings. The author indicates the karmic patterns, the credits and deficits, as outlined in an astrological birth chart; patterns that have built up over many lifetimes. It also offers guidance for the spiritual purpose of the present incarnation and the pathway to soul-growth. Universal karmic and astrological themes operate throughout life and this text shows that seeing fate is the working out of karmic purpose. Detailed information is included on type of karma, how souls reincarnate and how patterns are carried forward. Past Life Astrology examines karmic themes within each sun-sign in detail and then goes on to show how karmic themes are played out in relationships from childhood to old age. It allows you to begin to apply the information in a practical way to your own soul journey wherever you are in this lifetime.