“A flower doesn’t chase the bee. It blossoms and the bee will come in the right time.”

A man dressed in traditional Indian attire participating in a spiritual ritual with oil lamps, flower petals, and decorative elements around him.

Shiva Kumar

Shiva Kumar is a renowned astrologer and pujari from South India. He has studied under the guidance of several spiritual masters and has spent over fifteen years living as an ascetic. He has been awarded the distinguished title of Jyotish Ratna in the field of astrology and holds a master’s degree in philosophy and religion.

A man dressed in traditional Hindu religious attire, sitting cross-legged on the floor with his hands in a prayer gesture, with white ritual markings on his forehead and arms, in front of ritual items, inside a plain room.

As a traditional pujari, Shiva Kumar has led large-scale poojas across India, with ceremonies attended by thousands of people. He has also travelled internationally, including to Japan and the United States, to offer satsang, astrology consultations, and both individual and group poojas, supporting people from many different backgrounds.

Deeply versed in the Shastras and guided by a strict dharmic code of confidentiality, he brings clarity, insight, and grounded support to those seeking guidance through challenging moments.

Shiva x Global Flow

I first met Shiva Kumar sixteen years ago in Los Angeles during a training with Shiva Rea. It was there that I experienced my first puja and received a Jyotish astrology reading from him. The depth and sincerity of that experience and Shiva’s work stayed with me over the years.

Shiva has been part of a Global Flow event before as a guest of Janet Stone, and it feels special to welcome him back again. We’re grateful to host Shiva now for a Yantra Puja and astrology sessions, and to share this meaningful and rooted practice with the Global Flow community.

People gathered in a circle around a large decorated floor of flowers, with lit candles and oil lamps, in a dimly lit room, celebrating a traditional festival.

"Shiva Kumar has many gifts to share with the world. His teachings and sacred ceremonies are transforming, potent and authentic..”

-Saul David Rae, Yoga Teacher