SATURN, RAHU IN LIBRA - ASTROLOGICAL ANYALYSIS

Rahu-Saturn in Libra - Astrological Analysis:
The conjunctions occur at 15 deg 22 min in  Libra ( Swati constellation) on  September 25th, 2013 at 17.30 IST falls on a Wednesday when Mercury transits into Libra on same day,.(Lahiri Ayanamsa)
Libra, the 7th house which represents   Partners life and business, sexual relationships, Balanced state, laziness, oppositions, clever, detailed and artistic. Libra  belongs to element AIR.
Rahu is a shadowy planet and vayu tatwa (air element) Rahu is the Karak (doer) of stock exchange, ministers, foreign lands, government affairs, sudden wealth, casino, gambling, lottern, software’s, astrology, commission agents, wine & liquor, cigarettes, photography, aviation, mobiles, satellite, research & developments. accidental death, leprosy, polio, mental problems and skin diseases. Occult science, Pitru Dosha,  Sarpa Dosha etc
Rahu in mundane astrology represents diplomatic moves, lust, greed, excessive desire, speculative trades, manipulations and corruption, this could we a time when one can expect turmoil’s
Shani is a reformer, a Judge who does justice depending upon one’s karma. That is why Libra (the balance) is his exalted sign, where he is most powerful.
Saturn in Libra stresses on our relationships, which are our mirror into ourselves.
They require time, effort, patience, perseverance which all are attributes of saturn
Saturn is a planet of element AIR, hard work, discipline, routine, asceticism,  the cycles and rhythms of life., Shani is also Karaka for Death or Mrityu. Petroleum products, Iron, unwanted things.  The worry, depression, tension, fear, grief, Diplomacy, Politics, Media, Business and Law. 
Saturn in mundane astrology represents mining, underground happenings, industries with low grade technology
Rahu in an Airy sign (Libra) and receiving the aspect of Mars is always a threat. The World Trade Centre was destroyed on 9/11, when Rahu was in Gemini the Airy sign . 
Mars, are considered potentially very destructive when in their sign of debilitation. Mars and Saturn are mutually aspected. Thus these two "bad" planets are in mutual aspect starting in late August (Similar thing can find in the natal chart of Adolf Hitler). simultaneously receiving the malefic aspect of Mars. The energy pattern is strong for Transformative Events, potentially Violent.
As Saturn entered libra the sign of its exaltation back in 2011 there have been many changes in the government, many scams were unearthed, many people suffered the results of their bad karmas.
Rahu entered Libra in december 2012 and we witnessed many ups and downs in the government, lot of changes, the shameful rape case in early 2013 saw huge masses coming on the roads against the government and police.
These two planets together in same sign and more in same nakshatra indicate storm energy.
Now with both these planets in Swati constellation, which is owned by Rahu. The deity ruler of Swati is also Vayu and naturally Rahu will become the controlling planet.,
The last time both Saturn and Rahu were in Libra was 1864-1865 about 150 years ago. While the United States did abolish slavery, it took a Civil War and  President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.
The Rahu-Saturn transit in same house is rare event, happens once  in 10-12 years.  Rahu -Saturn were together in

1.      1956 – October(Scorpio)- Hungarian revolution.

2.      1968 – April(Aries) – Assasination of Martin Luthar King

3.      1979 – July (virgo )– Saddam Hussen takes charge of Iraq and killed many people.   Black Monday in Malta hundreds of people killed

4.      1991 – January(Capricorn) – Riot in Lithuania and Dissolution of USSR

5.      2002  - February (Taurus),  Godhra incident happened in Gujarat,

6.      Libra 2015 – September  ------------

Rahu-saturn conjuction 2013 in Libra is one of the most dreaded transits to be watched out for,
The recent huge destruction at the kedarnath temple shows the results of saturn rahu conjuction. It rained very heavily in New zealand and 28000 houses had to face power-cuts.
 Few politicians will face setbacks in courts and will even get arrested or atleast loose their positions.


Eminent political leader could be overthrown sometimes violently .
In India Saturn signifies Western India, ie Maharashtra and Gujarat. Saturn afflicted by Rahu. Prominent leaders of Gujarat might be under threat
- More unnatural deaths among the people
- Calamities and famine around the world will be in the news
- Wide-spread fear of infections or epidemic diseases
- New Rule/law may be formed to favor slained politicians.
- Prices of petroleum and natural gas products will increase -
- Tsunami may effect islands in Indian and Pacific oceans.
- Western countries will have problems by Muslim world.
- This shows more possibility for terrorist activity. Also air accidents or even war could break between nations.
- Famous Film celebrities may be in danger.
On the positive side we are likely to see:
- New revolution in political system
- Some changes in financial system
- Plus deeper spiritual inclination and divine experiences
Only Jupiter’s positive aspect on these two planets is reducing the ill-effects to certain extent. And expect some relief from Saturn and Rahu.
Perform Hanuman aradhana, Rudrabhisheka, Mrutunjaya Japa, Vishnu sahasranama , Sudarshana Homa.
Naga pooja, Ashlesha bali and Durga pooja to overcome some of the ill effects.

GURU CHANDALA YOGA

GURU CHANDALA YOGA

In vedic astrology Guru Chandala yoga is formed when Guru (Jupiter) is in conjunction with Rahu. Jupiter transits a sign in one year. Similarly Rahu transits a sign in roughly 1 ½ years. The conjunction between Jupiter and Rahu will take place every 7- 8 years.

This is because JUPITER is not only considered the purest of all the planets and as such is regarded as a morally strong teacher and benefactor, and therefore, in most cases is expected to do good and remove all obstacles in the life of the native provided it is not seriously challenged in the chart. RAHU being a shadow planet acts as a powerful ecliptor, who can diminish good works of any planet and SUN. Therefore this Yoga is not regarded as morally good by any measure.
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This yoga is formed when Jupiter is in conjunction with or is aspected by Rahu or Ketu The native is prone to act immorally and perform many misdeeds. However the results are not as frightening as they are made out to be. Different results are obtained for the combination in different houses however if benefic planets are present with this combination or this combination is aspected by benefic planets the results are auspicious as the inauspiciousness decreases.

In different houses this combination gives different results as

If Guru Chandala yoga is found in First house then the native will be very ambitious and self centred. This postion will give the native a desire to succeed in the material world. It gives wealth and riches to the native. This position also gives knowledge and makes the native learned and respected. But this position will give a suspicious nature and many vices to the native like lack of gratitude, selfishness, to portray others in the negative light. There will be a desire to live in solitude.

If Guru Chandala yoga is found in the Second house and Jupiter is a benefic planet then the native will amass a lot of wealth. He will be very extravagant and will be successful. If Jupiter is malefic then this position gives distress, mental stress and suffer losses. The native will become a pauper.

If this combination occurs in the 3rd house then the native is poisonous in his speech. He will be very peculiar in his thoughts. He will never think twice to betray others and climb the ladder of opportunity. If Jupiter is malefic then the native spreads a lot of hatred around him. These individuals are very courageous and are successful in the fields where courage is required.

If this combination is in the 4th house then the native will be deceitful and cunning. He will have good ability in convincing others. There will be chaos in the domestic life. The native may own more than one house. However the native is successful in the field of education and earns wealth
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If the combination is in the 5th house then the native is very unfortunate in matters regarding religion, progeny. There will be trouble in having children. Enemity with children, even death of children is indicated. But if Jupiter is benefic and Mercury is with this combination then the native is very learned.

This combination in the 6th house will give success to the native. He will amass a lot of wealth. However the health of the native will always be dicey. The native is likely to suffer from diseases of the intestine and also diseases which are not easily detected. These natives are very critical of their religion and may change their religious beliefs during their life time.

This combination in the 7th house will bring chaos in the married life of the individual. Many secret clandestine affairs by the partner is indicated due to these combination. The native may not get a pious partner. However if Jupiter is benefic and receives benefic aspects then the life of the native is inclined to spirituality and religious activities. 

This combination in the 8th house will bring destruction and an unexpected end to the life of the native. The native is likely to suffer from accidents. Benefics aspecting this combination gives mysterious and occult knowledge.

This combination is worst if it occurs in the 9th house. The native may be an illegitimate child. The native is averse at the very thought of religion and principles. The native would derive satisfaction from breaking all norms and religious beliefs. Such natives spread wrong beliefs and principles about religion. The means and methods adopted to achieve success is questionable. But if Jupiter is in own house as benefics aspect this combination then the native is learned, pious and respected for his knowledge.

This combination in the 10th house makes the native successful in achieving whatever he desires. However the means and methods adopted to achieve success is questionable.

In the 11th house the native becomes very wealthy and Rich. However this is not good for begetting children.

This combination in the 12th house makes the native very unfortunate. He will be foolish and disrespected by others. He is likely to be punished for wrong doings. A secluded life is indicated. However if Jupiter is benefic and benefic planets aspect this combination then the native can be very active in religious matters. He may work in temples and religious ashrams.

The psychology of natives with Guru Chandala yoga is inheritant in the birth chart. The natives will have lack of gratitude. They do not like to take initiatives and need the support to perform their activities. They however do not acknowledge the support of their mentors after achieving success. They are not able to think straight and often surprise you with their decisions. They are very selfish and do not admire others. These qualities will be activated during the Dasha / Antardasha of Jupiter or Rahu.

There are many different ways in which remedies are possible. The commonest remedy being a combination of three Pujas:
1 - Puja for Guru, Jupiter  
2 - Puja for Rahu. (Naga Puja)          
3 - Pujs for the Lord of Planet in the rashi wherin Guru-Chandal yoga materializes
4. Puja for Vishnu  and Vishnu Sahasranam Japa

Foreign Travel

Travelling abroad is one of the cherished dreams of most Indians, and thanks to the blooming IT industry and the increased demand for English-efficient and conscious work-force, a large number of Indians are traveling abroad and realizing their ambition. But there are few people who can turn their dream into a reality.

 Astrologically one can interpret which chart have chances to going abroad.
People visit foreign countries for various purposes some  for vacations, some on business trip, some students  for further higher studies. But most of them go on the basis of immigration.

Foreign trips and the related houses in a Janma Kundali

Primary houses for foreign journey are 3rd, 9th and 12th house.

If these houses fall in moveable signs such as Aries(Mesha), Cancer(Kataka), Libra(Tula), Capricorn(Makara) or water signs such as Cancer(Kataka), Scorpio(Vrischika), Pisces(Meena), then there is a possibility of foreign travel .

It is obvious from the above that Cancer is a powerful sign in this regard as it is both a moveable sign and a watery sign. Thus if the 9th or 12th houses of a horoscope fall in these signs, or if the 9th or 12th house lords fall in these signs, you may deduce that foreign travel is indicated for such natives.

For an example native is going abroad for higher education and in his chart 4th lord is placed in the 9th house which happens to be a moveable sign, or a watery sign, and is conjunct the 12th  lord,

One can say that the native will be traveling abroad for higher education (4th house stands for basic education; 9th house stands for advanced courses/ specializations).

The lord of 9th house rules long journeys and lord of 3rd house governs short journeys. Also, involvement of 3rd house in Yogas related to foreign travel indicate a short-term journey.

When 4th lord is placed in 12th house then native will find more auspicious living in abroad rather than at his native place.

If the lord of 6th house is present in travel related Yogas, the person will travel to foreign country on official assignments assigned by his employer

8th house is the house of longevity and legacies. Being a watery house it also plays an important role in determining the prospects of travelling abroad. Presence of the malefic planet in the 8th house indicates a foreign travel. 

Presence of a dual-natured sign such as Gemini(Mithuna), Virgo(Kanya), Sagittarius(Dhanus), Pisces(Meena) or a movable sign (Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) in the 9th house enhances probability of foreign travels as compared to fixed signs.

Twelfth house represents life away from home. If lord of 12th house is inauspicious or debilitated from ascendant, it indicates foreign travels.

If the lord of the house of marriage or the 7th house is associated with 8th, 9th or 12th house, it indicates foreign travel after marriage. 

Involvement of Jupiter in the yogas related to foreign trips indicates trips related to participation in religious functions/conferences/activities. 

Association of 5th, 9th, and 12th lords in the dasamsha indicate traveling abroad for professional reasons. These persons are usually employed as skilled professional like (scientists, professors, Doctors, Engineers, etc.)in abroad. If the combination of 9th and 10th lord is associated with the 12th house, the native may to take awards in the foreign country,. 

Curiously similar combinations will be found in the horoscopes of Indian posted abroad. Similar are the results when 10th and 12th lords of the dasamsha have mutual aspect or association.
It should be noted that while moveable signs indicate travels away from homeland and hence might indicate long stay abroad, common signs indicating foreign travel signify that the person might travel a lot to foreign lands, but there will be no extended stay there

Indication of Foreign Travel

1. Lagna/Lagna lord in a moveable sign/dual signs: if the lagna and lagna lord both are in moveable signs or dual signs then it would indicate foreign travel. Lagna indicates self so when the sign which indicates self and the lord of that sign are in moveable or dual signs which indicates movement it can mean foreign travel for the person.

2. 7th house is the house of foreign country and so is 12th house. 9th house indicates foreign travel(Long distance). So if the lagna or lagna lord makes a connection with the 7th house/7th lord, 9th house, 9th lord or 12th house/12th lord it can mean foreign travel. The connections can be conjunction, aspect, mutual exchange, or one lord placed in another's house.

When most of the planets and houses for foreign travel (7th, 9th, 8th and 12^th) are connected with Aries, Cancer, Libra & Capricorn (movable signs), one will undertake many foreign travels

3. Lagna/lagna lord makes connection with Rahu. Rahu again indicates foreign country so it's being placed in lagna or lagna lord in conjunction, mutual aspect with Rahu can mean foreign travel.

4. 4th house signifies home so 4th house/lord in connection (conjunction/mutual aspect/mutual exchange/aspect) with 7th/7th lord, 9th/9th lord or 12th/12th lord can mean foreign travel.

5.The Sun, Moon, Saturn and Rahu are the significators for foreign travel. When these planets occupy the 8^th, the 9^th or the 12^th houses or aspect them, foreign travel is possible

6. The Lagna lord in the 9^th house or vice-versa indicates foreign travel.

7. The Moon in Cancer denotes foreign travel as the Moon is a swift moving planet and Cancer is a movable sign.

8. The sign Libra is favourable for foreign travel. If the ascendant, 9^th or 10^th houses fall in Libra, one has the good chances for foreign travel

      9. When the Lagna and 10^th lords are in a movable sign or Navamsa, one can go to foreign country for livelihood.

      10. The Moon, Rahu & Saturn are able to give foreign travel. If these planets are in the Ascendant, the 9^th or 10^th houses or aspect these houses or their lords, then there is a chance for foreign travel.

       11.  The Lagna lord in the 12^th or with 12^th lord or 12^th lord in Lagna is a strong factor showing residence abroad.

12.  Saturn in the 4^th, 7^th or 12^th house will create the chance to settle down in a foreign country.

Direction of planets and the purpose of travel

Involvement of Sun in Yogas related to foreign travels indicates journeys towards eastern direction and since Sun is the head of solar system and of huge size it also represents long distance travels. 

Involvement of Moon in Yogas related to foreign travels indicates journeys towards north-western direction from the place of birth of a person but the travels will be frequent.

Involvement of Mars in these Yogas indicate journey towards southern direction, being an airy planet it indicates a travel of a medium distance by air.

When Mercury is involved it indicates a trip towards northern direction which will be related to business, science and education during higher studies or jobs.


Involvement of Saturn in the Yogas related to foreign travels indicates a trip towards western direction and since it is far away from Sun, it indicates long-distance travels. 

Involvement of Venus indicates medium distance travels towards south-eastern direction. These journeys will be related to leisure and entertainment. 

Rahu is the planet of secrecy and diplomacy. Therefore, involvement of Rahu in the Yogas related to foreign trips indicates secret journeys and diplomatic visits.

Involvement of Rahu and Ketu is highly inauspicious due to which a person is forced to go to away to a land which is far away from his or her birth place. 

Periods When Foreign Travels Are Indicated :

When there are adequate prospects in the natal chart for going abroad, the native may undertake foreign travels during any of the periods mentioned below,
1) The dasha of 7th, 9th or 12th lord, or of planets connected (mutual aspect, conjunction, mutual exchange, aspect) with 7th house/lord, 9th house/lord, 12th house/lord indicates foreign travel.
2) Dasa/ bhukti of the planets that are associated with Moon
3) Dasa/ bhuktis of Rahu(rahu is a significator of foreign country), Venus, or Moon if these planets are in the 12th house.
4) Dasa/ bhuktis of exalted/ debilitated planets in the horoscope.
5) Sub-periods of Ketu and Rahu in the major period of Rahu.
6) Jupiter bhukti in Saturn dasa (if Jupiter owns 12th house)
7) Dasa/ bhukti of the planets associated with the 9th lord.
8) When Saturn in its transit crosses the natal position of Sun.
9) When Jupiter in its transit aspects the 9th or 12th house, or aspects the 9th/ 12th house lords.

10) Foreign journeys  are experienced even during sade-sathi..

11 Dasha of Jupiter can also indicate foreign travel as Jupiter is the 9th and 12th sign (9th and 12th houses are foreign travel) of the Kaalpurush zodiac (natural zodiac).

12) The following factors should be taken into consideration for timing foreign travel:

a). the 9^th house

b). planets aspecting the 9^th house

c). planets aspecting the 9^th lord

d). planets associated with 9^th lord

e). 9^th lord from the Moon

f)  the lord of the sign where the 9^th lord is posited

g) planets in the 8^th

The above planets are able to give foreign travel in their dasa-bhukti periods

Gandamoola and Gandant Nakshtras

 Gandmool or Gandant Nakshatra

In Indian Vedic astrology 6  stars ( NAKSHATRAS ); Ashwini, Magha, Moola ( Ketu’s NAKSHATRAS ) & Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati (Mercury’s NAKSHATRAS ) are called Gand Moola Nakshatras.

To understand why Gandanta is known to be inauspicious, we need to understand the creation process. The creation process is cyclical, which starts with the emergence of creation impetus and ends with dissolution of the whole creation to nothing-ness. This cycle can be mapped to the four elements of nature in the oder of Fire, Earth, Air and Water and the whole process of creation and dissolution happen under the ambit of the Ethery element. In the zodiac the whole creation process repeats thrice from the beginning of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius, the three fiery signs.

While mapping the creation process with the nakshatra scheme of zodiac reckoning, the three cycles start from Aswini, Magha and Moola. However, before the creation starts the end of the watery signs namly, Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces, shows the dissolution of the creation. Thus the beginning of the mentioned three fiery signs shows transition from the dissolution phase to creation phase and hence they represent as three nodes in the zodiac, each starting its own process of creation. Hence the person born near to these nodes are caught in the process of transition from destruction of old creation and start of new creation and hence suffer the burnt of it.

Like the start of creation is shown by the beginning of Aswini, Magha and Moola, the end of destruction is represented by Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati, which falls in the ending part of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Thus the gandanta nakshatras are these six nakshatras with the 4th pada of last nakstras of watery signs and 1st pada of first nakstras in the fiery signs. They are the 4th pada of Revati (Pisces), Ashlesha (Cancer), Jyestha (Scorpio) and the 1st pada of Ashwini (Aries), Magha (Leo) and Moola (Sagittarius).

Thus the gandanta happens whenever there is a transition from watery element to fiery element. Anyone born during such transition has to suffer the trouble due to this transition and suitable remedy is required to alleviate the troubles

Ashwini Nakshatra:

 The born of a child in the first quarter of Ashwini Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s father.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Ashwini Nakshatra creates expensive situation but comforts in life.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Ashwini Nakshatra indicates that the native would always be on toes and move a lot and get gain from friends.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Ashwini Nakshatra indicates that the native would be like a king but it’s not good for native’s health matter

Magha Nakshatra:

The born of a child in the first quarter of Magha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s Mother & father.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Magha Nakshatra is Harmful and problem-full for child’s father.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Magha Nakshatra indicates comforts in native’s life.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Magha Nakshatra indicates gain of in native’s life. It’s good for education and wealth.


Moola Nakshatra:


The born of a child in the first quarter of Moola Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s father.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Moola Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s Mother.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Moola Nakshatra indicates losses of wealth.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Moola Nakshatra is good for pleasure. At a time some losses of prosperity are possible.


Ashlesha Nakshatra:


The born of a child in the first quarter of Ashlesha Nakshatra has not specific DOSHA but some losses of wealth are possible.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Ashlesha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s Brother and some parent’s wealth losses are possible.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Ashlesha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s Mother & father.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Ashlesha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s father.


Jyeshtha Nakshatra:


The born of a child in the first quarter of Jyeshtha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s elder brother.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Jyeshtha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s younger brother.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Jyeshtha Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s father.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Jyeshtha Nakshatra indicates self loss.


Revati Nakshatra:

The born of a child in the first quarter of Revati Nakshatra indicates that the native would be like a king.

The born of a child in the second quarter of Revati Nakshatra indicates that the native would be like a minister but it’s also indicates some property losses.

The born of a child in the third quarter of Revati Nakshatra indicates that the native would be wealthy person but at a time wealth losses possible.

The born of a child in the fourth quarter of Revati Nakshatra is Harmful for child’s Mother & father.

Any dosha in a horoscope is a partial description. All planetray positions, their aspects, lordship with respect to lagna, moon and sun should be analyzed. In addition different strengths of the planets must be computed. So never get scared if you are told your horoscope has one of them..

The remedy lies in worshipping the Lord of the Lagna/ Moon constellation depending on whether it is Lagna or Rasi  or Thithi gandanta. This deity becomes the “Devata” who can break the weakness due to Gandanta.

YOGA or NITYAYOGA and its Charcteristics

Yoga or Nitya Yoga - This is the combination of moon and sun and these indicate some aspect of the personality. The yoga point falls in a particular nakshatra , and this point and its ruling planet can be auspiciously activated during favourable transits. The avayogi planet which is calculated from the yogi nakshatra tends to cause problems.

1. Vishkumbh Yoga : (supported)
Though astrology considers it inauspicious but natives born in this yoga may possess best qualities and good fortune. They are usually very beautiful and intelligent. They do not have to face any financial problems as they are financially secure.

Their birth yoga favors a happy family life. Not only this, the natives can easily influence people with their personality and have a big social circle. This yoga makes the natives very intelligent. wealth (yoga point - pushya/saturn; avayogi -moon)

2. Preeti Yoga : (fondness)
The name itself indicates that its natives will be lively, inquisitive and work in a sporty spirit. They are beauty worshipers. This yoga creates in them a leaning towards the opposite sex and they develop good relationship with them. They are clever and know how to achieve success in life. attract, enjoyment (yoga point - ashlesha/mercury; avayogi - mars)


3. Ayushman Yoga : (longlived)
Native of this yoga will have a long life that means he will taste the happiness of life for a longer period in comparison to others. They are very fond of poetry and music. They are born with wealth and do not face financial problems. They are physically strong and in a combat they have the capability to defeat enemies. health/longevity (yoga point - magha/ketu; avayogi - rahu)

4. Saubhagya Yoga : (good fortune)
A native who is born with this yoga truly carries the meaning of this yoga. That means they get an amazing fortune. People praise their qualities as they have various inborn talents in them. This yoga creates a tendency of getting attracted to the opposite sex and they may find beautiful people irresistible.. joy (yoga point - purva phalguni/venus; avayogi - jupiter)

5. Shobhan Yoga : (splendour)
A native of this yoga is beautiful and attractive. He is very prudent in doing tasks and completes them almost perfectly. His or her spousewill be very attractive and will possess good qualities. This auspicious yoga will give the nativefull satisfaction from the children’s part. Person born with this yoga may be slightly aggressive. beauty, sensual (yoga point - uttara phalguni/sun; avayogi - saturn)

6. Atigand Yoga : (danger/obstacles)
This yoga is counted amongst the inauspicious yogas. A Native born with this yoga may cause difficulties and problems for his or her mother. He has a temperaments which is not so good for his family’s honor. His family may perhaps have to suffer many problems due to this. destructive, struggle but clever (yoga point -hasta/moon; avayogi - mercury)

7. Sukarma Yoga : (virtuous)
Natives born in this yoga believe in religious works. They are excellent workers and have decent and simple nature. This yoga makes them compassionate and caring towards people. People usually love them for their behavioral qualities and kind-heartedness. Sukarma yoga gives the person a magnificient fortune. accomplish, magnanimity (yoga point - chitra/mars; avayogi - ketu)


8. Dhriti Yoga : (determination)
This yoga is an auspicious yoga. Natives of this yoga are very patient. They don’t get excited quickly and make their decisions only after giving things a long and hard thought.. Dhriti yoga blesses them with sound health. Normally people of this yoga are talented and wise. They live a peaceful family life and achieve success in the society. controlling, determined, enjoys benefits from others (yoga point- swati/rahu; avayogi - venus)

9. Shool / Sula Yoga : (spear, pain)
Astrology says that a person who is born in this yoga has a religious nature. He will be interested in religious texts and may know how to perform yajna. He may acquire great knowledge about religious things but he also has the material desire in him as this yoga makes him good in collecting wealth too. Even thoughit gives so many good qualities and happy moments this yoga has malefic part too as the native may have an unhappy life. pain, argumentative (yoga point - vishakha/jupiter; avayogi -sun)

10. Gand Yoga : (danger or obstacles)
People born in this yoga may lead a problematic life. They may worry too much about their health and may have to face some real health problems in their life. Natives of Gand yoga have a short stature with a big head. They are physically very strong and love to indulge in lavish activities. addiction, immoral (yoga point - anuradha/saturn; avayogi- moon)

11. Vridhhi Yoga : (growth)
Natives of this yoga have an attractive physique and nature. This yoga gives prosperity and imparts some fine character traits in the native’s nature. The influence of this yoga is not limited to the native only but it is seen in the character of his wife and son also as they will possess a good attitude. wisdom/speech - (yoga point - jyestha/mercury; avayogi- mars)

12. Dhruva Yoga : (constant)
A person born in this yoga has a calm nature. He or she is very focused in whatever they do. This Yoga gives physical strength along with an affluent life. The person gets love from almost every sphere of society for her composed nature and is blessed with a long life. wealth/power, steady (yoga point - mula/ketu; avayogi - rahu)

13. Vyaghat Yoga : (beating)
Persons born in this yoga are expert in doing various works. Their proficiency in multiple activities is appreciated in the society. They are very talented and skilled people. For these qualities in their character they become famous and achieve success in their life. danger/injury, cruel (yoga point - purva ashadha/venus; avayogi- jupiter)

14. Harshan Yoga : (thrilling)
Astrology considers this yoga very auspicious. It is said that natives of this yoga are very fortunate. Their birth yoga makes them meritorious and scholarly in various subjects. They are expert in the Shashtras. They are determined and have the strength to stand by their convictions. They are well-respected in the society for these qualities. joy/fame/wisdom, delight(yoga point - uttara shadha/sun; avayogi - saturn)

15. Vajra Yoga : (diamond, thunderbolt)
The characteristic of this yoga is that it gives immense strength to its native especially to the hands. The physical power and the stamina which are obtained from this yoga make the natives very skilled in physical endeavours. They are also experts in handling weapons. Normally they don’t have to face financial crisis. Vajra yoga makes its natives very courageous and strong. power.forceful energy (yoga point - shravana/moon; avayogi - mercury)

16. Siddha Yoga : (success)
If a person’s yoga is Siddha yoga then he will be proficient in every occupation. He has a dedicative and attentive nature and is normally capable to do almost everything with equal skill. They are beautiful people and lead a happy life. The compassionate nature makes them help and donate to disabled and poor people. This yoga can cause health problems. success/protection, skill (yoga point - dhanishta/mars; avayogi - ketu)

17. Vyatipat Yoga : (calamity)
Natives born in this yoga experience a very problematic childhood. They face many difficulties in their formative days of life. Gradually their experiences of life develop a unique quality of transforming sorrow in to happiness. They begin to receive happiness and joyous moments in their youth days and finally they achieve success in life. deceptive, calamitous - (yoga point - shatabhishak/rahu; avayogi - venus)

18. Variyan Yoga : (comfort)
The characteristics of the natives of this yoga are that they are very good in music, dance and other art forms. They can achieve quick success if they try a career in these fields. The natives’ interest in creative fields and the urge to perform in them is the specialty of this yoga. They are very determined and rest only after achieving their goal. This yoga makes them strong and powerful individuals. greed, indulgent - (yoga point - purva bhadrapada/jupiter; avayogi - sun)

19. Parigh Yoga : (obstruction)
The natives of this yoga are intelligent and possess knowledge of many subjects. The inputs of this yoga can be seen in their personality as they are very talented and wise. With their varied knowledge they become famous and earn honor for themselves and their family. They are soft spoken people, and enjoy the fruits of family life. inimical, meddlesome but weatlhy (yoga point - uttara bhadrapada/saturn; avayogi - moon)

20. Shiva Yoga : (auspicious)
Native of this yoga are very intelligent and work for the welfare of people. They are above any material desire and selflessly devote themselves to other people’s problems. They have a true heart and the inborn wisdom in their character gains respect from the society. auspicious learned, honoured (yoga point - revati/mercury; avayogi - mars)


21. Siddha Yoga : (accomplished)
Astrology says that people born in this yoga have a fetish for performing tantra-mantra. They worship the related god for this purpose. They have an attractive and an intelligent spouse and will also have enough wealth to live a comfortable life. success/skill (yoga point - aswini/ketu; avayogi - rahu)

22. Sadhya Yoga : (amenable)
This yoga makes the character of the native determined and confident. Patience is a special characteristic trait in them and they wait for the fruits of their labor with out much worry. They don’t act at the spur of a moment and will only make well-thought decisions. virtuous/good at relating (yoga point - bharani/venus; avayogi - jupiter)

23. Shubh Yoga : (auspicious)
As the name suggest it is actually a very auspicious yoga. Natives who have this yoga are very beautiful, intelligent and talented. They have abundant wealth and never face any financial problem throughout the life. They are very generous donators and deeply respect learned and religious people. beauty/wealth - ( yoga point - krittika/sun; avayogi - saturn)

24. Shukla Yoga : (bright white)
Natives of Shukla yoga are expert in almost every art form. They are very fond of poetry and may become poets themselves. They are very educated people and have a courageous soul. Their birth yoga gives them financial security. They rule people’s heart with their bright personality. power of speech, fickle (yoga point -rohini/moon; avayogi - mercury

25. Brahma Yoga : (priest, god)
Astrology considers that this yoga is very auspicious for the natives born in it. They gain knowledge from Vedas. Besides this they are very proficient in other topics too. They have deep faith in god and possess a pious heart. wisdom, honour (yoga point - mrigasira/mars; avayogi -ketu)

26. Aindra / Mahindra / Indra Yoga : (chief)
Natives born in this yoga have a good fortune. According to astrology these people are very wealthy and have some of the finest personality traits. They enjoy their family life to its fullest. But this yoga has a malefic side as it may limit the longevity of the native. interest in others, helpful , respected (yoga point - ardra/rahu; avayogi - venus)

27. Vaidhriti Yoga : (poor support)
This yoga gives cheerfulness and positive energy to its native. He or she performs the assigned task with a sporty spirit. His nature has some nice qualities e.g., she is a very laborious and able person. The Yoga will make the person very helpful and generous, but they may not get the credit they deserve for this. overwhelming, calculative - (yoga point - purnavasu/jupiter; avayogi - sun)

Karana and its usage

What does these Karana names mean? Are these words of Sanskrit origin? Does they provide some clues regarding the result derivation? What is the meaning of the word Karana?

The word ‘Karana’ points to actions that can be done, i.e. ‘Karaneeya Karma’. That is, Karana is a pointer towards the work or actions that can be executed in that specified period of time; actions that would yield positive or beneficial results if done in that time.

Philosophical background
This clearly shows that - just like any other limb of time, Karana is also used to evaluate the ‘quality of time to do specific actions’. Note that evaluating the quality of time becomes important only when we accept the predictive astrology. The quality of time at which a work is started or an event took place determines its future; or better as per oriential belief, ‘quality of time’ (Muhurta) is one of the parameters which determines how the future will unfold. Naturally enough other parameters being - environment, own effort and so on. Astrology is not always fatalistic as is thought to be - it leaves plenty scope for environment and effort as well. Fate and Free-will are considered 2 wheels of the same chariot - without one the other is useless. With this basic understanding about the philosophical background of ‘influence of time’ and the ‘use of 5-limbs in selection of time for performing actions’ let us look into the details of Karana division and its use in predictive astrology.

There is a total of 11 Karanas - 7 Chara Karna and 4 Sthira Karana.

Chara means moving and Sthira means fixed. Possibly Chara Karanas got that name because they repeat cyclically, and Sthira Karanas got that name because they don’t repeat.

Chara Karanas
1. Bava, 2. Balava 3. Kaulava, 4. Titila, 5. Gara, 6. Vanija, 7. Vishti
Sthira Karanas
1. Sakuni, 2. Chatushpat, 3. Naga, 4. Kimstukgna/ Koustubha.

1. Bava
In south india this is also know as ‘Simha karnam’ (Lion). Anyway the word Bava has nothing to do with Lion. This word originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Vapa’, which means testacies, sperm, flush, creativity and so on. So naturally as you could expect this karana is good for all Chara deeds (such as journey, daily duties, business etc) and also for Stira deeds (such as sawing seeds, sexual intercourse, for putting foundation stone, worship, temple creation and so on).  Auspicious, Honourable, Business, Starting work, Health

2. Balava
In south india this is also known as ‘Puli karanam’ (Leopard). Anyway the word Balava has nothing to do with leopard. This word originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Vadava’, which means brahmin lady, female horse (mare), slave girl, prostitute and so on. The major meaning considered here is ‘Brahmin lady’. That is why this karana is good for Yajna, Homa (fire worship), study of Veda, for reading epic and puranas etc. It is good for all kinds of Shanti karma. Honour, learning, respect, ceremony

3. Kaulava
In south india this is also known as ‘Panni karanam’ (Pig/Swine). Anyway the word Kaulava has nothing to do with Pig. This word originated from the Sanskrit word Kulapa or Kudava. Kudava is a kind of measurement vessel (also known as Nazhi in south india). 1 Kudava = 32 Tola. Kula means traditional family. so the word Kaula can refer to anyone who follows a traditional path, or traditional job. For example Kulala is the one who creates mud vessels, and Kaulalam is mud vessel. Kaulika is weaver and is also another name for people who follow the traditional Siva-Sakta tantric path of worship. Also remember the word Kaul, popular especially among Kashmiri pundits – essentially pointing to Kaulachara (Kaula system of siva-sakti worship). Thus essentially Kaulava karana is related to family, tradition and any thing worldly. Thus naturally it is good for all Sthira karma (such as friendship, compromise, agreement or anything which we want to stay for long).  Social, Spiritual, Relationships, Marriage.

4. Taitila
In south india this is also known as Kazhuta karnam (Donkey). Anyway the word Taitila has nothing to do with Donkey. This word originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Titir’, which means getting awards, rewards or respect. Titir is a word with great history. Remember the sage Titir based on whom the ‘Taitireeya banch’ of vedic knowledge got its name. It could be because of the reverence to him that the word ‘Titir’ got the meaning respect or reward. Titiksha means patience. There is one very popular English word which originated from the same root word – i.e. ‘Title’. Apart from the meaning ‘heading’, the word ‘Title’ also means ‘entitling’, giving a special name out of respect as a award, reward. Remember the ‘Sir’ title awarded in medieval periods to many, and also the titles ‘Lord’, ‘Dr’ etc. Thus naturally Taitila karana is good for all activities related to king, authority, ornamentation, ornamenting the idols and revered ones and so on. Of course, to be near the kings or people in power and authority without losing head demands a lot of patience as well. For pledge taking, receiving position, charge taking etc usually Taitila karana is preferred.  Speech, communication, promotion, construction.

5. Garane
In south india this is also known as Gaja karana (Elephant). Anyway the word Taitila has nothing to do with Elephant. Here the root word itself is ‘Gara’ meaning hard, difficult, demanding more effort and so on. Remember the words Garima (proud beauty), Gurutva (essence fullness), Garishta (most dense, most valuable), Gareeyan (most revered, great). Actually this word has a better history. In the ancient past the jobs that are considered difficult are cattle/horse/elephant breading, agriculture and rural business of grains, vehicle related and so on; they demand much effort from the villager. Hriha is a word that points to any type of house. The jobs that comes under the category of difficult jobs and the word ‘gara’ points to is cattle shed, horse shed, elephant shed and so on. For example Aswa-gara (horse shed). The vehicle of ancient period is horse, and the place to land the vehicle is ‘Garage’ as per English language. Note that English is also a language of Indo-European language family. The point to note is that it is just due all this that – Gara karana is very auspicious for any hard and difficult jobs, whether it be related to vehicle, cattle, house, machinery, rural business and so on.  Hardworking, Agriculture, new undertakings.

6. Vanija
In south india this karana is known as ‘Surabhi karanam’ (Cow). Anyway the word Vanija has nothing to do with Cow. This word originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Panija’ or Pani meaning Phoenician, businessman or market. Remember the word Vanijya (business) which too is a related word. The word ‘Pani’ or ‘Pany’ means Phoenician or business (In the vedic past the Phoenicians did business with India). Note the presence of this word in the modern day English word ‘company’ (com-pany) – thus company essentially means ‘group business’. Looking at the history of this word it is clear that ‘Vanija’ or ‘Panija’ is a word essentially related to business. Thus naturally this Karana is good for starting a business, selling plot or building or anything of the like and so on.  Wealth, clever, business, relationships.

7. Bhadre / Vishti
In south india this karana is known with this self same name, and it is assumed that the shape of Vishti is similar to a dog. Anyway the word Vishti has nothing to do with dog. Here the root word itself is ‘Vishti’ meaning effort without benefit, work without payment; in short ‘wastage’ of time, money and energy. Vishiti is Vi-Ishti. Ishti is yaga or work. Vi-Ishti is useless Ishti or useless work; i.e. work that got wasted. In short vishti means ‘waste’ – both words (vishti and waste) originated from the same root. Thus naturally this karana is not good for beneficial or good deeds and also for deeds for which we expect some benefit (even punya) in return. Self-reliant, only auspicious for harsh activity, fighting.

8) Sakuni    Sharp mind; interested in speculation; clever; Politicians. Worship, advising, psychic, intelligent, healing
9) Chatushpad (Quadruped)   Normal people; vehicle related jobs. Ancestors, Brahmin, government.


10) Naga   Chance for deformed body at birth; Rebels; don’t value society accepted paths - but instead creates their own paths - or follow traditional tantiric paths not accepted by current society. Angry, destructive, able. Fire like. Cruel deeds, dangerous activities, Unstable.

11) Kausthubha (Kimstughna)   Kausthubha means sandel, gem or elephant. Anyway this is a Karana proper for sages and saints; especially those who follow traditional tantric worship. The nature of the native born in this karana would be similar to the same.  Joyful,Marriage, ceremony,sacrifice..

Maraka and Badhaka houses

Badhaka Houses:

1.        The badhaka houses are houses that are harmful to life, and badhaka houses are more harmful for life than maraka houses. The badhaka houses are the 11th for those born in Cardinal(moveable) signs, the 9th for those born in Fixed signs, and the 7th for those born in Mutable(dual) signs

2.        For death, first consider the badhaka houses, and then the maraka houses as dangerous for the native, as there is danger to life during the joint period (dasha/bhukti) of the significators of the badhaka and maraka houses.

Maraka Houses:

 1.      The 1st, the 8th, and the 3rd are the houses of longevity, and Saturn is the chief governor of longevity.. 

3.        The 12th to any particular house denotes non-existence of the matter signified by that particular house. the 12th house

 (12th to    the 1st), the 7th house (12th to the 8th), and the 2ndhouse (12th to the 3rd) are known as the Maraka - or death inflicting houses.

 3.      The Badhaka Houses are more harmful than the Maraka Houses. So when assessing death, first consider the Badhaka house, and then the maraka house. 

Accidents:

1.        Consider houses 8 and 12 for accidents: 8 th serious illness, accident, suicide; 12^th self-undoing, confinement in bed or hospital, defects, deformities, amputation or mutilation of a limb, bodily injury.  Mars, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu cause accidents

2.        If the sub lord of either the Ascendant or the 8th house cusp is posited in the star of the occupant or the owner of the 8th or 12th house, there will be an accident.

3.         The danger to the individual's life will likely prove fatal if the sub lord is in the star of either the occupant or the owner of the 8th, 7th, or 2nd.

4.         The individual will survive the accident if the sub lord is in the star of either the occupant or owner of the 2nd, 7th, and 11th.