Aspects (Dṛṣṭis) in Jyotiṣa
1. Normal Aspects (Samānya Dṛṣṭi)
- Every
planet has a full aspect (100%) on the 7th house from its
position.
- This
is the universal rule: the 7th is always fully aspected.
2. Special Aspects (Viśeṣa Dṛṣṭi)
Certain planets cast additional full aspects beyond the 7th:
- Mars
(Maṅgala)
- Full
aspect (100%) on the 4th and 8th houses.
- Symbolises
Mars’ aggressive, penetrating, and protective nature.
- Jupiter
(Guru)
- Full
aspect (100%) on the 5th and 9th houses.
- Reflects
Jupiter’s expansive, benevolent, and dharmic influence.
- Saturn
(Śani)
- Full
aspect (100%) on the 3rd and 10th houses.
- Indicates
Saturn’s karmic, effort-oriented, and duty-bound gaze.
3. Rāśi Aspects (Rāśi Dṛṣṭi)
Rāśi Dṛṣṭi (Sign Aspects)
1. Definition
Rāśi dṛṣṭi refers to the mutual aspect between zodiac
signs (rāśis), independent of the planets occupying them.
It is a sign-to-sign relationship, not a planet’s gaze.
This system is primarily used in Jaimini astrology, where
the emphasis is on rāśis rather than grahas.
2. Basic Rule
Movable signs (Chara rāśis) aspect Fixed signs (Sthira
rāśis), except the adjacent one.
Fixed signs (Sthira rāśis) aspect: Movable signs, except
the adjacent one.
Dual signs (Dvi-svabhāva rāśis) aspect other dual signs.
3. Detailed Mapping
Movable Signs
(Chara)-Aries ♈, Cancer ♋,
Libra ♎, Capricorn ♑
Aspect: Fixed signs (Taurus ♉,
Leo ♌, Scorpio ♏, Aquarius ♒)
Exception: No aspect of the immediately next fixed sign.
Example: Aries (Chara) aspects Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius, but
not Taurus.
Fixed Signs (Sthira)
Taurus ♉, Leo ♌,
Scorpio ♏, Aquarius ♒
Aspect: Movable signs (Aries ♈,
Cancer ♋, Libra ♎, Capricorn ♑)
Exception: No aspect to the immediately next movable
sign.
Example: Taurus (Sthira) aspects Cancer, Libra, Capricorn
but not Aries.
Dual Signs
(Dvi-svabhāva)
Gemini ♊, Virgo ♍,
Sagittarius ♐, Pisces ♓
Aspect: All other dual signs.
Example: Gemini aspects Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces.
4. Strength of Rāśi Dṛṣṭi
Unlike graha dṛṣṭi (which has percentages like 100%, 75%,
50%, 25%), rāśi dṛṣṭi is binary: either present or absent.
If a planet is placed in a rāśi, it automatically gains
the rāśi’s aspects.
Thus, rāśi dṛṣṭi extends the influence of planets through
the sign’s natural gaze.
5. Philosophical Insight
Graha dṛṣṭi = the conscious gaze of planets, showing
their karmic intent.
Rāśi dṛṣṭi = the natural relationship of signs, showing
the structural harmony or tension of the zodiac.
Together, they create a layered system: planets act
through their own gaze, but also inherit the gaze of the signs they occupy.
6. Quick Reference Table
|
Sign Type |
Signs |
Aspects On |
Exception |
|
Movable (Chara) |
Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn |
Fixed signs |
Not the next fixed sign |
|
Fixed (Sthira) |
Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius |
Movable signs |
Not the next movable sign |
|
Dual (Dvi-svabhāva) |
Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces |
Other dual signs |
None |
In short: Rāśi dṛṣṭi
is the zodiac’s own geometry of vision, while Graha dṛṣṭi is the planets’
conscious gaze.
Would you like me to draw a zodiac wheel diagram showing
these rāśi aspects visually? It makes the pattern instantly clear.
The Quarter-to-Three Quarter Aspect
This is the third type of aspect, based on sign-to-sign
relationships rather than planetary gaze.
Here, the strength of the aspect varies:
4th and 8th houses
All planets cast a three-quarter (75%) aspect.
For Mars, this becomes 100%, reinforcing his
special dṛṣṭi.
5th and 9th houses
All planets cast a half (50%) aspect.
For Jupiter, this becomes 100%, aligning with
his special dṛṣṭi.
3rd and 10th houses
All planets cast a quarter (25%) aspect.
For Saturn, this becomes 100%, consistent with
his special dṛṣṭi.
4. Comparative Table of Aspects
|
Planet |
Normal Aspect (7th) |
Special Aspects |
Rāśi Aspects (Strength) |
|
All planets |
100% on 7th |
None |
75% (4th, 8th), 50% (5th, 9th), 25% (3rd, 10th) |
|
Mars |
100% on 7th |
100% on 4th & 8th |
100% (4th, 8th) |
|
Jupiter |
100% on 7th |
100% on 5th & 9th |
100% (5th, 9th) |
|
Saturn |
100% on 7th |
100% on 3rd & 10th |
100% (3rd, 10th) |
5 Philosophical Note
Mars: His fiery energy pierces sideways (4th) and
behind (8th), showing hidden conflicts and protection.
Jupiter: His wisdom radiates toward dharma (9th) and
creativity (5th), blessing learning and righteousness.
Saturn: His karmic discipline weighs on effort (3rd)
and duty (10th), enforcing responsibility and perseverance.
Rāśi aspects: These show the natural harmony or
tension between signs, independent of planetary individuality.
