LAGNA CHART (ASCENDANT CHART)
The Birth Chart (Janma Patree) is divided into 12 parts (or houses) and each part is named as under
1. PRATHAMA BHAVA (1st House)
2. DWITIYA BHAVA (2nd House)
3. TRITIYA BHAVA (3rd House)
4. CHATURTHA BHAVA (4th House)
5. PANCHAMA BHAVA (5th House)
6. SHASHTHA BHAVA (6th House)
7. SAPTAMA BHAVA (7th House)
8. ASHTAM BHAVA (8th House)
9. NAVAM BHAVA (9th House)
10. DASHAM BHAVA (10th House)
11. EKADASH BHAVA (11th House)
12. DWADASH BHAVA (12th House)
1. PRATHAMA BHAVA (1st House)
2. DWITIYA BHAVA (2nd House)
3. TRITIYA BHAVA (3rd House)
4. CHATURTHA BHAVA (4th House)
5. PANCHAMA BHAVA (5th House)
6. SHASHTHA BHAVA (6th House)
7. SAPTAMA BHAVA (7th House)
8. ASHTAM BHAVA (8th House)
9. NAVAM BHAVA (9th House)
10. DASHAM BHAVA (10th House)
11. EKADASH BHAVA (11th House)
12. DWADASH BHAVA (12th House)
In ‘Phalit Astrology’ (a branch of Astrology), they are given different names which are as under -
Again there are twelve different names given to each BHAVA they are shown below
The above mentioned twelve Bhavas give the following information:
1) PRATHAMA BHAVA (1st House) – This Bhava is associated with the body i.e. body’s colour, figure, quality, fame, place, joy, sorrow, tour, strength, weakness, beauty, characteristics or signs and aura of the person. The Sun effects this first Bhava.
2) DWITIYA BHAVA (2ND House) : This Bhava is called ‘DHANA BHAVA’ because it is connected with wealth. Jupiter is the planet having effect on this BHAVA. Wealth, eyes (especially the right eye), mouth, family, aunt, (Mother’s sister), maternal uncle, friendship, food items, matter, the right-hand side parts of the body, general education, and buying and selling are concerned with this BHAVA. Mars is ineffective if situated in this BHAVA.
3) TRITIYA BHAVA (3rd House): This BHAVA is also named as ‘SAHAJA BHAVA’. It is concerned with the following things – younger brother, younger sister, bravery, valour, patience, sperm, bones, neck & throat, ears, clothes, servants, medicines etc. Mars is the main planet having effect on this BHAVA.
4) CHATURTHA BHAVA (4th House) : This is also called ‘SUKHA BHAVA’. Things concerned with this BHAVA, are knowledge & learning, mother, property, pleasure of having vehicles, friends, fortune of receiving king’s or ruler’s favour, house, father’s wealth, fragrance, morality, religiousness and bravery.
The Moon is the main planet affecting this BHAVA. Mercury is ineffective in this BHAVA.
5) PANCHAMA BHAVA (5th House) : This is also called ‘PUTRA (SON) BHAVA’. It is concerned with devotion to God, son, intelligence, virtuous actions, knowledge of the self, heart, stomach area, power of judgement etc. Jupiter is the main planet having effect on this Bhava. In some conditions, Jupiter is ineffective.
6) SHASHTHA BHAVA (6th House) : This Bhava has also been named as ‘RIPU (Enemy) Bhava’. There are negative effects of this BHAVA. It is concerned with enemy, loss, quarrel, hurdles, debt, diseases, theft, wounds, maternal uncle, husband of mother’s sister, mother’s sister, navel and stomach areas. The main planets having effect on this BHAVA are Saturn and Mars while Venus is ineffective in this Bhava.
7) SAPTAMA BHAVA (7TH House) : This Bhava is also called ‘PATNI (wife) Bhava’. It is concerned with wife, husband, marriage, brother, son, departure, regaining lost wealth, knowledge, authority, commerce etc.
Venus is the main planet affecting this Bhava. The Saturn is ineffective in this Bhava.
Venus is the main planet affecting this Bhava. The Saturn is ineffective in this Bhava.
8) ASHTAMA BHAVA (8th House) : This Bhava has also been named ‘MRITYU (Death) Bhava’. As the name implies, it is concerned with death i.e. age, life, death, the cause of death, place of death. It is also concerned with the pleasures of food, high rank, victory, defeat, eldest son of the sister, genitals and sense organs. Saturn effects this Bhava with full force.
9) NAVAM BHAVA (9th House) : This is called ‘Dharma (Religion) Bhava’. This Bhava is concerned with religious ceremonies, penance, favour received from teacher, pilgrimage, finance, rheumatism, grandchildren, wealth, leadership qualities and the public. Sun is the main planet having effect on this Bhava. Jupiter also effects this Bhava.
10) DASHAMA BHAVA (10th House) : This Bhava is called ‘Karma (Action) Bhava’. It is concerned with authority, respect, business, agriculture, awards, foreign tours, virtuous actions according to the ways described in the Vedas. Renouncement of worldly life, fame as a result of expertise in science, clothes, ornaments, sleep, knees and thighs. The planets affecting this Bhava are Jupiter, Sun, Mercury and Saturn.
11) EKADASH BHAVA (11th House) : This Bhava has also been named as ‘AAY (Income) Bhava’. This is concerned with gains and profits of commodities, money, elder brother, elder sister, younger brother’s son, friends, left ear and ornaments worn in ears etc. Jupiter is the main planet having effect on this Bhava.
12) DWADASHA BHAVA (12th House) : Another name of this Bhava is ‘Jaya (victory) Bhava’. It is concerned with travel, charity, expense, hell, fear of losing organs of the body, left eye, pleasure of sleep, royal punishment, fear of imprisonment, younger sister’s son, downfall etc.Saturn is the planet having effect on this Bhava.
Moola Trikona Bhava
The First, Fifth & the Ninth House are called Moola Trikona Bhava
Dashas provide a system to judge the effects of the planets throughout a person’s life, by indicating how the planets distribute their effects throughout a lifetime. Each dasha is controlled by one planet, and the quality and relative benevolence of each period is determined by the condition and position of that planet in the natal chart.
There are nine planets or grahas which may rule dashas: the seven classical planets, plus the north node, Rahu, and south node, Ketu, of the Moon.
There are at least 43 different dasha systems, Some of which are as follows- 1 Vimshottari dasha 2 Ashtotari dasha 3 Yogini dasha 4 Kaalchakra dasha 5 Panchottari dasha 6 DwisaptatiSama dasha 7 Shasthiyayni dasha 8 Dwadashottari dasha 9 Shodashottari dasha 10 Shatabdika dasha 11 Chara dasha 12 Sthira dasha 13 Varnada dasha 14 Shoola dasha 15 Brahma dasha 16 Kaal dasha 17 Chakra Dasha 18 Karaka Dasha 19 Manduka Dasha 20 Kendra dasha 21 Navamsa Dasha 22 Drig Dasha
There are nine planets or grahas which may rule dashas: the seven classical planets, plus the north node, Rahu, and south node, Ketu, of the Moon.
There are at least 43 different dasha systems, Some of which are as follows- 1 Vimshottari dasha 2 Ashtotari dasha 3 Yogini dasha 4 Kaalchakra dasha 5 Panchottari dasha 6 DwisaptatiSama dasha 7 Shasthiyayni dasha 8 Dwadashottari dasha 9 Shodashottari dasha 10 Shatabdika dasha 11 Chara dasha 12 Sthira dasha 13 Varnada dasha 14 Shoola dasha 15 Brahma dasha 16 Kaal dasha 17 Chakra Dasha 18 Karaka Dasha 19 Manduka Dasha 20 Kendra dasha 21 Navamsa Dasha 22 Drig Dasha
Vimshottari Dasha
Vimshottari Dasha is a 120 year long cycle of planetary positions based on the position of the Moon in one of the 27 divisions, or lunar mansions, called nakshatras. In this system, each planet is assigned a different mahadasha or major period, ranging from six to twenty years. For example, the mahadasha of Shukra (Venus), lasts twenty years and is believed to bring wealth, good fortune and luxury to the person who has it well positioned in their horoscope.
Each of the seven planets and the two lunar nodes (making the nine navagraha) has its own period or mahadasha in the cycle. Each graha is the lord (or ruler) of three of the twenty seven nakshatras (3 x 9), which, together with the position of the moon, determine how the system operates. The order and times of the mahadashas are shown in the following table:
Each of the seven planets and the two lunar nodes (making the nine navagraha) has its own period or mahadasha in the cycle. Each graha is the lord (or ruler) of three of the twenty seven nakshatras (3 x 9), which, together with the position of the moon, determine how the system operates. The order and times of the mahadashas are shown in the following table:
Graha Mahadasha Lord of Nakshatras
Ketu (south node) 7 Years Ashwini Magha Mula
Venus 20 Years Bharani Purva Phalguni(pubba) Purva Ashadha
Sun 6 Years Krittika Uttara Phalguni(uttara) Uttara Ashadha
Moon 10 Years Rohini Hasta Shravana
Mars 7 Years Mrigashirsha Chitra Dhanishtha
Rahu (north node) 18 Years Ardra Swati Shatabhishak
Jupiter 16 Years Punarvasu Vishakha Purva Bhadra
Saturn 19 Years Pushya Anuradha Uttara Bhadra
Mercury 17 Years Ashlesha Jyestha Revati
Venus 20 Years Bharani Purva Phalguni(pubba) Purva Ashadha
Sun 6 Years Krittika Uttara Phalguni(uttara) Uttara Ashadha
Moon 10 Years Rohini Hasta Shravana
Mars 7 Years Mrigashirsha Chitra Dhanishtha
Rahu (north node) 18 Years Ardra Swati Shatabhishak
Jupiter 16 Years Punarvasu Vishakha Purva Bhadra
Saturn 19 Years Pushya Anuradha Uttara Bhadra
Mercury 17 Years Ashlesha Jyestha Revati
Position of the moon
For each individual the order of the mahadashas depends upon the placement of the moon in the nakshatras. The nakshatra in which the moon is occupant at birth determines the first mahadasha of the person’s life, depending on which of the graha is its lord. For example, if the moon is in Punarvasu at birth, the Vimshottari cycle for that person will begin with the mahadasha of Jupiter, the lord of Punarvasu.
However, the exact position of the moon in the nakshatra also determines the proportion of the first mahadasha that there is to run. In other words, if the moon is 1/4 of the way through the nakshatra Punarvasu, then 1/4 of the time is taken from the first mahadasha, giving only 12 years (3/4) left for the Jupiter period to run. The person would thus come under the influence of the next mahadasha (Saturn) at only 12 years old, despite the Jupiter mahadasha normally lasting 16 years.
For each individual the order of the mahadashas depends upon the placement of the moon in the nakshatras. The nakshatra in which the moon is occupant at birth determines the first mahadasha of the person’s life, depending on which of the graha is its lord. For example, if the moon is in Punarvasu at birth, the Vimshottari cycle for that person will begin with the mahadasha of Jupiter, the lord of Punarvasu.
However, the exact position of the moon in the nakshatra also determines the proportion of the first mahadasha that there is to run. In other words, if the moon is 1/4 of the way through the nakshatra Punarvasu, then 1/4 of the time is taken from the first mahadasha, giving only 12 years (3/4) left for the Jupiter period to run. The person would thus come under the influence of the next mahadasha (Saturn) at only 12 years old, despite the Jupiter mahadasha normally lasting 16 years.
The mahadashas
Each of the mahadashas will have an effect on the individual’s life by highlighting the effects of the planet concerned for its duration, both in terms of its general nature, and by the exact nature of the planet’s placement in the person’s horoscope (eg. easy or difficult). Thus the exact effect of each mahadasha can vary greatly from person to person. In general terms, however, the effects of each mahadasha can be described as follows:
Each of the mahadashas will have an effect on the individual’s life by highlighting the effects of the planet concerned for its duration, both in terms of its general nature, and by the exact nature of the planet’s placement in the person’s horoscope (eg. easy or difficult). Thus the exact effect of each mahadasha can vary greatly from person to person. In general terms, however, the effects of each mahadasha can be described as follows:
Ketu (7 Years)
In this period life will give the person only what is needed and will take away everything that is not. Also, any success during this dasha usually ends when the dasha itself does. When Ketu is strong it indicates sudden bursts of energy, discretion, liberation, universality, idealism, psychic ability, compassion, spirituality and self sacrifice. The effects of Ketu can be harsh and cruel when taking things away – generally it tends to strip away materialism and force a more spiritual perspective and a simpler existence. If Ketu is weakly placed it indicates possible health problems such as wounds, injuries, diseases of the spine and nervous system, ulcers, inflammations, fevers, intestinal diseases, low blood pressure, mental instability and skin diseases.
In this period life will give the person only what is needed and will take away everything that is not. Also, any success during this dasha usually ends when the dasha itself does. When Ketu is strong it indicates sudden bursts of energy, discretion, liberation, universality, idealism, psychic ability, compassion, spirituality and self sacrifice. The effects of Ketu can be harsh and cruel when taking things away – generally it tends to strip away materialism and force a more spiritual perspective and a simpler existence. If Ketu is weakly placed it indicates possible health problems such as wounds, injuries, diseases of the spine and nervous system, ulcers, inflammations, fevers, intestinal diseases, low blood pressure, mental instability and skin diseases.
Venus (20 Years)
This is a time when the person seeks worldly happiness, and themes of marriage, love and children are prominent. Wealth, prosperity, luxury, beauty and sensual pleasures are indicated and psychic ability is increased. Success in all these areas depends on how well Venus is placed in the individual horoscope – a badly placed Venus can bring unhappiness to these areas instead. During this mahadasha friendliness and relations with others are important, and charm, care and courtesy to others and towards the person concerned will be centre stage. If Venus is weakly placed then health problems could include venereal diseases, diabetes, anemia, kidney and bladderstones, weakness of sexual organs and impotence, paralysis, and asthma.
This is a time when the person seeks worldly happiness, and themes of marriage, love and children are prominent. Wealth, prosperity, luxury, beauty and sensual pleasures are indicated and psychic ability is increased. Success in all these areas depends on how well Venus is placed in the individual horoscope – a badly placed Venus can bring unhappiness to these areas instead. During this mahadasha friendliness and relations with others are important, and charm, care and courtesy to others and towards the person concerned will be centre stage. If Venus is weakly placed then health problems could include venereal diseases, diabetes, anemia, kidney and bladderstones, weakness of sexual organs and impotence, paralysis, and asthma.
Sun (6 Years)
This is a time when the urge to be true to him or herself burns more strongly than usual in the individual, and greater energy will be put into the search for the person’s real identity. It may be a crisis of confidence which spurs the need to seek inner truth, and purge the self of false influences. Education, spirituality, politics, medicine, business, high office in government and all forms of public success and acclaim are prominent. Astrologically, the sun is the planet of strength and power which can bring success if the person’s true nature is expressed and they follow their own path, but this period can also force the person to make sacrifices and separate from those who do not support them in achieving that goal. If the sun is badly placed in the horoscope there may be an inability to project confidence and charisma. Weak placing of the sun can lead to health problems such as weak eyesight, headaches, erratic blood circulation, blood pressure, bone fractures and cancer, fevers, dental problems and weak immune system.
This is a time when the urge to be true to him or herself burns more strongly than usual in the individual, and greater energy will be put into the search for the person’s real identity. It may be a crisis of confidence which spurs the need to seek inner truth, and purge the self of false influences. Education, spirituality, politics, medicine, business, high office in government and all forms of public success and acclaim are prominent. Astrologically, the sun is the planet of strength and power which can bring success if the person’s true nature is expressed and they follow their own path, but this period can also force the person to make sacrifices and separate from those who do not support them in achieving that goal. If the sun is badly placed in the horoscope there may be an inability to project confidence and charisma. Weak placing of the sun can lead to health problems such as weak eyesight, headaches, erratic blood circulation, blood pressure, bone fractures and cancer, fevers, dental problems and weak immune system.
Moon (10 Years)
This is the period when the person seeks connection to others through marriage, family and parenthood, which will all be themes of this time. Also indicated are starting a business, buying a home, and otherwise staking a claim in the world – in other words, themes of nurturing, security and putting down roots. It also indicates increased sensitivity, receptivity, imagination, good memory and the development of sound habits. If the moon is weakly placed in the horoscope it may mean that connections to family and children are absent, with feelings of exclusion from ‘normal’ family life. It is also a time when memories of childhood and upbringing are revisited and old issues faced, perhaps through seeing the evolution of the person’s own family. In extreme cases this period may also see episodes of mental illness and instability. Other health problems include sleep disorders, lung problems, mouth problems, digestive complaints, neurological disorders, enlargement of spleen and frequent coughs and colds.
This is the period when the person seeks connection to others through marriage, family and parenthood, which will all be themes of this time. Also indicated are starting a business, buying a home, and otherwise staking a claim in the world – in other words, themes of nurturing, security and putting down roots. It also indicates increased sensitivity, receptivity, imagination, good memory and the development of sound habits. If the moon is weakly placed in the horoscope it may mean that connections to family and children are absent, with feelings of exclusion from ‘normal’ family life. It is also a time when memories of childhood and upbringing are revisited and old issues faced, perhaps through seeing the evolution of the person’s own family. In extreme cases this period may also see episodes of mental illness and instability. Other health problems include sleep disorders, lung problems, mouth problems, digestive complaints, neurological disorders, enlargement of spleen and frequent coughs and colds.
Mars (7 Years)
This is a time to pursue goals with energy and passion, and a sense of energy and excitement is present. Courage, a thirst for action and physical strength will be increased. There is a desire in the person to better themselves during this time, and sports and competitions are prominent. Buying a home may also feature during this time as Mars rules property issues in Vedic astrology. If Mars is weakly placed in the horoscope, there may be a lack of courage, strength, inability to improve the life circumstances, and a lack of help and comfort from family. This may bring complacency and stagnation, or else power struggles and arguments with others. Possible health problems include inflammations, wounds, burns, accidents, liver complaints, skin rashes, and cancer in muscular parts of body when in close conjunction with Rahu.
This is a time to pursue goals with energy and passion, and a sense of energy and excitement is present. Courage, a thirst for action and physical strength will be increased. There is a desire in the person to better themselves during this time, and sports and competitions are prominent. Buying a home may also feature during this time as Mars rules property issues in Vedic astrology. If Mars is weakly placed in the horoscope, there may be a lack of courage, strength, inability to improve the life circumstances, and a lack of help and comfort from family. This may bring complacency and stagnation, or else power struggles and arguments with others. Possible health problems include inflammations, wounds, burns, accidents, liver complaints, skin rashes, and cancer in muscular parts of body when in close conjunction with Rahu.
Rahu (18 Years)
This period brings to the fore the degree of material attachment the person possesses and compels them to develop the qualities that are most lacking in the person’s life. This often happens at an unconscious level and can put the person in mysterious and unforeseen circumstances. However, this mahadasha can bring enormous success as it brings focus and determination to the process, but it can also leave the person feeling out of control and chaotic, as things are accumulated and experienced without a proper sense of wisdom and understanding. Occupations indicated include diplomatic jobs, jobs requiring manipulation of facts, computing, engineering, pilots, and dealing with poison and drugs. When Rahu is weak it indicates health problems with diseases of phlegm, intestines, skin, nervous system, ulcer, blood pressure, mental disturbances and cancer.
This period brings to the fore the degree of material attachment the person possesses and compels them to develop the qualities that are most lacking in the person’s life. This often happens at an unconscious level and can put the person in mysterious and unforeseen circumstances. However, this mahadasha can bring enormous success as it brings focus and determination to the process, but it can also leave the person feeling out of control and chaotic, as things are accumulated and experienced without a proper sense of wisdom and understanding. Occupations indicated include diplomatic jobs, jobs requiring manipulation of facts, computing, engineering, pilots, and dealing with poison and drugs. When Rahu is weak it indicates health problems with diseases of phlegm, intestines, skin, nervous system, ulcer, blood pressure, mental disturbances and cancer.
Jupiter (16 Years)
This is a period that always teaches something to the individual and it usually brings honor and recognition. It is a period of faith, hope and optimism when personal growth and a greater sense of fulfillment occurs, including marriage and children. It is a good period for opportunities for growth, and teachers and guides will play a useful role. There is a greater sense of morality, ethics and conscience in this mahadasha. Top political, business and administrative positions are indicated, such as bankers, presidents/kings, and lawyers. If Jupiter is weak however, there may also be unrealistic, over-optimistic, arrogant attitudes, and a misplaced sense of entitlement. There may be bad teachers and guides who lead the person astray. If Jupiter is difficultly placed then good health and wealth may be withheld, forcing a deeper fulfillment. Such health problems could include lymphatic and circulatory congestion, thrombosis, anemia, tumors, jaundice and other liver complaints, asthma, and diabetes. During this period the person may also meet people, or experience some random event that will change their life for the better.
This is a period that always teaches something to the individual and it usually brings honor and recognition. It is a period of faith, hope and optimism when personal growth and a greater sense of fulfillment occurs, including marriage and children. It is a good period for opportunities for growth, and teachers and guides will play a useful role. There is a greater sense of morality, ethics and conscience in this mahadasha. Top political, business and administrative positions are indicated, such as bankers, presidents/kings, and lawyers. If Jupiter is weak however, there may also be unrealistic, over-optimistic, arrogant attitudes, and a misplaced sense of entitlement. There may be bad teachers and guides who lead the person astray. If Jupiter is difficultly placed then good health and wealth may be withheld, forcing a deeper fulfillment. Such health problems could include lymphatic and circulatory congestion, thrombosis, anemia, tumors, jaundice and other liver complaints, asthma, and diabetes. During this period the person may also meet people, or experience some random event that will change their life for the better.
Saturn (19 Years)
This is a period when the person faces their limitations, and becomes aware of the possibility of their own mortality. Detachment from worldy concerns, spirituality, concentration, dutifulness, honesty, sincerity and constancy will be emphasised. Ill health, death of loved ones and/or the fear of those things will occur. The more attached the person is to material things and pleasures the more difficult the Saturn mahadasha will be. But great success is also possible as Saturn gives responsibility, ambition, practicality and perseverance. Hospitals, old people, legacies and inheritance, wills and money matters will be prominent. This period can bring pressure and suffering in order for the person to face reality and have compassion for others and spiritual growth. If Saturn is weakly placed then health problems could include chronic and painful diseases, cancer, skin diseases, paralysis, arthritis, gout, emaciation, indigestion, dyspepsia, insanity, impotence in men, asthma, retention of urine and intestinal obstruction.
This is a period when the person faces their limitations, and becomes aware of the possibility of their own mortality. Detachment from worldy concerns, spirituality, concentration, dutifulness, honesty, sincerity and constancy will be emphasised. Ill health, death of loved ones and/or the fear of those things will occur. The more attached the person is to material things and pleasures the more difficult the Saturn mahadasha will be. But great success is also possible as Saturn gives responsibility, ambition, practicality and perseverance. Hospitals, old people, legacies and inheritance, wills and money matters will be prominent. This period can bring pressure and suffering in order for the person to face reality and have compassion for others and spiritual growth. If Saturn is weakly placed then health problems could include chronic and painful diseases, cancer, skin diseases, paralysis, arthritis, gout, emaciation, indigestion, dyspepsia, insanity, impotence in men, asthma, retention of urine and intestinal obstruction.
Mercury (17 Years)
This mahadasha is a time of learning, curiosity, experimentation and the pursuit of the person’s own interests. But sometimes this can be excessive. This mahadasha is a time when the person’s career and worldly life could succeed hugely, or else fail totally. Either the person devises an effective and clever plan which allows them to ascend to greater heights, or they become overwhelmed by the many tasks and details of life, leading to mental escapism, indecisiveness, lethargy and fantasy. The position of Mercury in the person’s horoscope will show how they go about things – will they say the right things, talk to the right people, get the details right – or not. At its best Mercury allows the person to see all possibilities at once, assess them accurately and discriminate between them. Qualities of good communication, intelligence, rationality, wit, shrewdness, judgment, dexterity and flexibility will also be emphasised if Mercury is well placed. If Mercury is badly placed then health problems could include psychic diseases, insomnia, nervous breakdown, skin diseases, loss of memory or speech, deafness, asthma, dyspepsia.
[edit]Bhukti
Each mahadasha is also subdivided into planetary periods called Bhukti, which run in the same order as the mahadashas, and with the same proportional length. For example, the first bhukti of Ketu is Ketu/Ketu, the second is Ketu/Venus, the third Ketu/Sun and so on. It is believed that this subdivision allows a much more detailed examination of the influence of each mahadasha, and a much clearer indication of what events are expected to occur and when.
The last bhukti of each mahadasha is considered to be a preparatory time for the major shift which the next mahadasha will bring. Thus, the last bhukti of the Sun mahadasha is Sun/Venus, which prepares for the coming Moon mahadasha by emphasising relationships and family matters. Similarly, the last bhukti of Jupiter is Jupiter/Rahu which prepares the mind for the practical and realistic Saturn mahadasha by reattaching it to stress and worldly concerns.
This mahadasha is a time of learning, curiosity, experimentation and the pursuit of the person’s own interests. But sometimes this can be excessive. This mahadasha is a time when the person’s career and worldly life could succeed hugely, or else fail totally. Either the person devises an effective and clever plan which allows them to ascend to greater heights, or they become overwhelmed by the many tasks and details of life, leading to mental escapism, indecisiveness, lethargy and fantasy. The position of Mercury in the person’s horoscope will show how they go about things – will they say the right things, talk to the right people, get the details right – or not. At its best Mercury allows the person to see all possibilities at once, assess them accurately and discriminate between them. Qualities of good communication, intelligence, rationality, wit, shrewdness, judgment, dexterity and flexibility will also be emphasised if Mercury is well placed. If Mercury is badly placed then health problems could include psychic diseases, insomnia, nervous breakdown, skin diseases, loss of memory or speech, deafness, asthma, dyspepsia.
[edit]Bhukti
Each mahadasha is also subdivided into planetary periods called Bhukti, which run in the same order as the mahadashas, and with the same proportional length. For example, the first bhukti of Ketu is Ketu/Ketu, the second is Ketu/Venus, the third Ketu/Sun and so on. It is believed that this subdivision allows a much more detailed examination of the influence of each mahadasha, and a much clearer indication of what events are expected to occur and when.
The last bhukti of each mahadasha is considered to be a preparatory time for the major shift which the next mahadasha will bring. Thus, the last bhukti of the Sun mahadasha is Sun/Venus, which prepares for the coming Moon mahadasha by emphasising relationships and family matters. Similarly, the last bhukti of Jupiter is Jupiter/Rahu which prepares the mind for the practical and realistic Saturn mahadasha by reattaching it to stress and worldly concerns.
Deities of the Planets
Lord Shiva is considered to be the deity of the Sun.
Lord Gauri is considered to be the deity of the Moon.
Lord Kartikeya is considered to be the deity of the Mars
Lord Vishnu is considered to be the deity of Mercury.
Lord Brahma is considered to be the deity of Jupiter.
Lord Indra is considered to be the deity of Venus.
Lord Yama is considered to be the deity of Saturn.
Lord Gauri is considered to be the deity of the Moon.
Lord Kartikeya is considered to be the deity of the Mars
Lord Vishnu is considered to be the deity of Mercury.
Lord Brahma is considered to be the deity of Jupiter.
Lord Indra is considered to be the deity of Venus.
Lord Yama is considered to be the deity of Saturn.
INDICATIONS: A planet, which is placed negatively in the birth chart, has negative impacts on that part of the body, in which it is situated in the body of the KAALPURUSHA, so to neutralise the negative impacts of that particular planet, one has to worship that planet.
POSITION OF THE PLANETS RELATING TO KAALPURUSHA
(a form of the almighty God)
The Sun is considered as the Soul (ATMA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Moon is considered as the MIND (MANA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Mars is considered as the Power (BALA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Jupiter is considered as the Knowledge (GYAN) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Venus is considered as the (KAAMA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Saturn is considered as the Sorrow (DUKHA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Sun and the Moon are also considered as the Kings.
The Mars is also considered as the Commander (SENAPATI).
The Mercury is also considered as the Prince (YUVARAJA).
The Jupiter and Venus are also considered as the Ministers (MANTRI)
and The Saturn is considered as a Servant (SEVAK).
(a form of the almighty God)
The Sun is considered as the Soul (ATMA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Moon is considered as the MIND (MANA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Mars is considered as the Power (BALA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Jupiter is considered as the Knowledge (GYAN) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Venus is considered as the (KAAMA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Saturn is considered as the Sorrow (DUKHA) of the KAAL PURUSHA.
The Sun and the Moon are also considered as the Kings.
The Mars is also considered as the Commander (SENAPATI).
The Mercury is also considered as the Prince (YUVARAJA).
The Jupiter and Venus are also considered as the Ministers (MANTRI)
and The Saturn is considered as a Servant (SEVAK).
Masculine Planets: Sun, Mars & Jupiter
Feminine planets: Moon & Venus
Neutral Planets: Mercury & Saturn
THE MASTERS OF THE FIVE ELEMENTS
Mars is the Master of the element, Fire (AGNI)
Mars is the Master of the element, Fire (AGNI)
Mercury is the Master of the element, Earth (BHOOMI)
Jupiter is the Master of the element Sky (AKASH)
Venus is the Master of the element Water (JAL)
Saturn is the Master of the element Air (VAYU)
HIGH AND LOW PLANET (Uucha & Neecha)
The Sun is considered as a high planet, till the tenth degree,
in the zodiac of Aries.
The Sun is considered as a high planet, till the tenth degree,
in the zodiac of Aries.
The Moon is considered as a high planet, till the third degree
in the zodiac of Taurus.
in the zodiac of Taurus.
The Mars is considered as a high Planet, till the twenty-eighth degree
in a zodiac of Capricorn.
in a zodiac of Capricorn.
The mercury is considered as a high planet, till the fifteenth degree,
in the zodiac of Virgo.
in the zodiac of Virgo.
The Jupiter is considered as a high planet, till the fifth degree,
in the zodiac of Cancer.
in the zodiac of Cancer.
The Venus is considered as a high planet, till the twenty-seventh degree,
in the zodiac of Pisces.
in the zodiac of Pisces.
The Saturn is considered as a high planet, till the twentieth degree,
in the zodiac of Libra.
in the zodiac of Libra.
Similarly the planets are considered to be low in the seventh zodiac from their own positions respectively the degrees being the same i.e. The Sun will be a low planet till the tenth degree in the zodiac of Libra which is the seventh zodiac of the cycle.
THE FORCES OF PLANETS
The forces of the planets are classified into six types,
1) Positional force (Sthan Bal)
2) Directional Force (Dig Bala)
3) Force by effort (Chesta Bala)
4) Time Force (Kaal Nala)
5) Natural Force (Nisarga Bala)
6) Hidden Associational Force (Asth, Samagama Bala).
POSITIONAL FORCE:
If a planet is positioned in its own house, or in its ‘MOOLA TRIKONA’,1,5 or 9 house or if it is friendly with another planet or combined with an auspicious planet like Moon, or is not seen by an inauspicious planet, all these conditions are called ‘positional force’ of that planet.
DIRECTIONAL FORCE:
The Mars has a directional force in ‘Jupiter Lagna’ i.e. if the Jupiter is in the 1st house of the birth chart. The Sun has directional force if positioned in the 10th house, the Saturn has directional force if positioned in the 7th house and Venus and Moon have directional force if positioned in the fourth house.
FORCE BY EFFORT:
The Sun and the Moon are powerful when the Sun is to the north of the equator (Uttarayana). The rest of the planets have ‘Chesta Bala’ when they are either in a retrogratory motion (Vakra Gati), or are combined with the Moon. Those planets, which have the brightest rays and which are positioned northward in a combination with another planet, are also known to have ‘Chesta Bala’ (force by efforts).
TIME FORCE:
The Moon, the Saturn and the Mars are powerful during the night. The Mercury is powerful during the day as well as during the night. The Sun, Jupiter and Venus are powerful during the day. The ?cruel? planets are powerful during the darker phase of the Moon, and the ?gentle? planets are powerful during the brighter phase of the Moon.
NATURAL FORCE: The Mars is more powerful than the Saturn, Mercury is more powerful than the Mars, Jupiter is more powerful than Mercury, Venus is more powerful than Jupiter, the Moon is more powerful than Venus and the Sun is the most powerful of them all.
The Sun’s colour has a combination of black and red, that of Moon is white and is considered as a Youth, the colour of Mercury is green and that of Mars is a combination of red and white. The colour of Jupiter is of white complexion, Venus is also fair and white but the colour of the Saturn is black. Rahu?s colour is blue, and Ketu?s colour is peculiar (combination of many hues).
INDICATION: The colour of the planets affects the complexion of a person.
PLANETS AS THE MASTER OF DIRECTIONS & THE BRANCHES OF VEDAS (SHAKHESH)
The Sun is the master of the eastern direction.
The Venus is the master of the South-East (AGNIKON) direction.
The Mars is the master of Southern direction.
Rahu is the master of South-West (NAIRRITYA) direction.
Saturn is the master of Western direction.
Moon is the master of North-West (VAAYAVYA) direction.
Mercury is the master of Northern direction.
Jupiter is the master of North-East direction, also,
Jupiter is the master of the Rigveda
Venus is the master of the Yajurveda
Mars is the master of the Samavada
Mercury is the master of Atharveda
The Venus is the master of the South-East (AGNIKON) direction.
The Mars is the master of Southern direction.
Rahu is the master of South-West (NAIRRITYA) direction.
Saturn is the master of Western direction.
Moon is the master of North-West (VAAYAVYA) direction.
Mercury is the master of Northern direction.
Jupiter is the master of North-East direction, also,
Jupiter is the master of the Rigveda
Venus is the master of the Yajurveda
Mars is the master of the Samavada
Mercury is the master of Atharveda
