The planets in the solar system impart a significant impact on human lives. De facto a type of divination based on the theory that the positions and movements of celestial bodies (stars, planets, sun, and moon) at the time of birth profoundly influence a person’s life is the science of planets or Astrology in its traditional form.

Why are the initial conditions more important than all subsequent conditions for one’s personality and traits? Why is the moment of birth chosen as the significant moment rather than the moment of conception – Why aren’t other initial conditions such as one’s mother’s health, the delivery place conditions, forceps, bright lights, dim room, back seat of a car, etc., more important than whether Mars is ascending, descending, culminating, or fulminating?
No one would claim that in order to grasp the effect of the moon on the tides or potatoes one must understand initial conditions of the Singularity before the Big Bang, or the positions of the stars and planets at the time the potato was harvested. If you want to know what tomorrow’s low tide will be you do not need to know where the moon was when the first ocean or river was formed, or whether the ocean came first and then the moon, or vice-versa. Initial conditions are less important than present conditions to understanding current effects on rivers and vegetables. If this is true for the tides and plants, why wouldn’t it be true for people?

Even professional astrologers, can’t pick out a correct horoscope reading at better than a chance rate. Yet, astrology continues to maintain its popularity, despite the fact that there is scarcely a shred of scientific evidence in its favor.

The position of the planets and the sun and moon in the twelve houses at the moment of birth is decisive. They are divided into day-stars (Saturn, Jupiter, and also the sun) and night-stars (the moon, Mars, and Venus); Mercury belongs both to day and night. Mercury belongs both to day and night. The planets are farther divided by their genders. While, the sun, Jupiter, and Mars are masculine; the moon and Venus are considered feminine, Mercury belonging again to both classes. Jupiter (fortuna major) and Venus (fortuna minor) are good planets; Saturn (infortuna major) and Mars (infortuna minor) are malignant planets. The sun, moon, and Mercury have a mixed character.

Each of the planets known to antiquity, including sun and moon, ruled a day of the week; hence the names still used to designate the various days. Judicial astrology also took into consideration the position of the sun in the zodiac at the moment of birth; the signs of the zodiac also had a special astrological significance in respect to the weal and woe of the newborn, particularly his health. In medical astrology every sign of the zodiac ruled some special part of the body, for example: Aries, the Ram, the head: its diseases; Libra, the Balance, the intestines. Judicial astrology postulates the acceptance of the earth as the centre of the solar system. Natural astrology predicts the weather from the positions of the planets, especially the moon. Many of its theories are not to be rejected a priori, since the question of the moon’s meteorological influence still awaits a solution, which must depend upon the progress of human knowledge as to ether waves and cognate matters.

Sun – The Fierce and Forceful Planet of Aggression!

Sun, as we know, is a luminous body shining in the sky, giving us the light. The whole world is truly grateful as its heat and light give us life. The energy of the Sun dives the life force on earth. It is a sign of positivity and success. Sun is not a planet scientifically, but according to astrology, any celestial body that directly affects the human body directly is termed a planet.

Sun planet in Vedic astrology defines the soul of a human being. The channelling of the Sun’s energy defines the life of a person, whether he will shine like a star or burn like ash. Sun is a symbol of courage, confidence and positivity.

It is the biggest known celestial body in our solar system and holds a high significance in Vedic astrology. The Sun, though stationary in its position, moves the other objects around him. The Sun never turns retrograde as everything else around the Sun moves around him. In astrological significance, the Sun takes 12 months to complete its journey and resides about a month in each astrological sign. 

Sun planet in astrology is considered to be the kind of all the planets. It rules the soul and paternity character of a person. The distance of the Sun and other planets determines the strength of the planets and their effect on the individuals. According to the kundali, Sun also governs the ancestors. This is the reason one tends to be cursed by Pitra dosha in kundali if the Sun is confronted by more than one malefic or inauspicious planet. Let us know the Sun as a planet in detail

Sun Planet In Astrology: General Characteristics

Sun in the planet in astrology is called Ravi or Suryadev. Sun is a masculine character. He is considered to be mild malefic due to the heat it generates. In modern astrology, it rules the Leo zodiac. He is forward and on the rise in Aries while he declines in Libra. In Sanskrit, he is called the Atmakaraka, which means the indicator of soul. Sun is the indicator of paternity characters like ego, honours, status, prosperity, vitality and power. 

Sun shows the strongest force when placed in the 10th house of the birth chart. However, the Sun is strong in other places like 1st, 4th and 7th houses. Sun is extremely beneficial for fire signs like Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. Sun belongs to the Pitta element due to the fiery nature. To keep the Sun happy, one can wear red ruby on their finger. 

Sun gives us vitality, power and immunity from any adverse events. It is directly responsible for the development of the physical characters. Strong Sun provides an individual with qualities like good intellect, prosperity, wealth, good fortune, wisdom, high aspiration and knowledge of medicine. It also governs the spiritual relationship of an individual with temples and other holy places. 

According to medical astrology, Sun influences the human spine. The Pingala Nadi, which is represented by the Sun, actually originates at the base of the spine on the right side, ascends upwards and terminates in the right nostrils.

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Mythology Of Sun

Sun is considered to be the main god of the navagrahas in Vedic astrology. Suryadev in Vedic astrology is depicted as a male riding on the chariot driven by 7 horses or by 1 horse with seven heads. These seven heads represent the 7 chakras in the human body. Surya is also seen as a god with 2 hands holding a lotus in each hand and when in the form of 4 hands then holding lotus, conch (shanka), chakra and mace in respective hands. He is also called the eye of bravery or vishvarupa of Lord Krishna. Incidentally, the Sun is worshipped by all, including the demons. For example, the YAthudhanas, according to Hindu mythology, were the Sun followers.

Sun has a family comprising three queens, namely Sharanya, Ragyi and Prabha. Sharanya was the mother of Satyavrata and twin yama and sister yami. Later Sharanya gave birth to the Ashvin twins, who served as physicians and divine horsemen to the devatas. Sharanya couldn’t bear the extreme heat of the Sun and created a superficial shadow of herself called Chaya. She asked Chaya to serve as Suryadev’s wife. Chaya later gave birth to 2 sons, namely Sararni Manu and Shani and two daughters, namely Tapti and Visthi. Later Shani became the lord of karma while Yama became the lord of death.

Role of Sun In Astrology

Sun is friends with Moon, Mars and Jupiter while enemy to Saturn and Venus. Mercury, however, behaves neutral. Sun is exalted at 10 degrees in Aries and debilitated in Libra by 10 degrees. It generally faces the eastern direction. Lucky colours for a native of the Sun are orange, saffron and light red. Sun is usually associated with Lord Shiva, Rudra, Narayana and Sachidanand.

Sun is extremely beneficial and strong for fire signs like Leo, Aries and Sagittarius. It is on the rise in Aries, while Leo is considered to be the basic triangle or Mooltrikona sign. When the Sun is strong, the native achieves success and prosperity. The health is steady and in strong condition throughout life. A strong Sun in Lagna keeps the person energetic and fit. The positive effects of the Sun in Lagna make the people strong and powerful. Such a person knows how to hold his emotion and assess the situation before concluding anything. The individual will be determined and responsible. People around them might find this confidence as a sign of ego or arrogance. But this is not true.

Due to the effect of the Sun, a person is likely to be placed in the government sector. It helps a person to be principled and disciplined, influential, good organising skills, analysts, creator and a person who likes to achieve success as he progresses.

However, the Sun is the weakest in Libra. It can also show negative effects in combination with other malefic planets positioned in the kundali. A weak Sun in the lagna can be related to the ill health of the native. Due to this, the other planets are also underperforming. The Sun’s relation with other planets is important, and one needs to check whether the Sun is ascending or descending to other planets. Sun influences the overall personality of a person. However, a weak Sun can give bad results. 

What Are The Related Dasha And Antardasha Of Sun?

Like other planets, the Sun has its own Mahadasha that lasts for six years. This is considered as one of the most powerful Vishomttari mahadasha of the Sun. Since the planet’s Sun is the most powerful body in the solar system, it controls all the other planets. This Surya mahadasha can be both malefic and beneficial.

Benefic Mahadasha of Sun will bring wealth, fame, good reputation and life will be like a king. The native will get blessed with a son, and he can enjoy all the family happiness. The native will get power, position, authority and high administrative post.

If the Sun is weak, then the mahadasha will be malefic. This results due to the positioning of the Sun in the 6th, 8th and 12th house in combination with Saturn, Rahu, Ketu and Mars. The native is likely to experience loss of wealth, can be caught in inauspicious deeds. There will be a loss of reputation and rift in the father and Sun relationship. Life will be full of pain.

Antardasha of Sun during its own mahadasha is the first phase of Sun’s Mahadasha. This makes the person attain dominance and authority. This period will take the native towards great heights. The person will also receive gifts and benefits if the Sun is strongly placed. The person will achieve success in his life, but this will also make the native restless.

Conjunction With Different Planets

Sun, in conjunction with different planets, will give different results. Let us discuss the three most common Sun conjunctions.

Sun with Mercury is the most common conjunction since Mercury is the closest to the Sun. This forms a Budh Aditya Yoga. The native will learn new skills, and the intellectual power will be on a high. The communication skill of such individuals will be very good, and one can find them in the field of consultancy, management assistance and advisory field. This conjunction will give good results when Sun and Mercury are placed in 2nd, 11th houses or Kendra.

Sun and Jupiter Conjunction is considered an auspicious combination in Vedic astrology. Both the planets are of masculine origin. During this conjunction, a person is more inclined to the spirituality of life. This combination also benefits a person with wealth and gives fame, recognition and name.

Sun-Moon conjunctions are of different varieties due to the differences in their energy. Sun is hot and fiery, while Moon is calm and composed. When their energy combines in the 10th house or in their own signs like Leo, Aries and Cancer, the effect is generally positive. Such a person will be courageous and confident, but at the same time, his speech will be harsh and highly diplomatic.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Sun

So how do you cure a weak Sun in your chart? Here are few remedies.

1. Wear Red coloured ruby seated on metal on Sunday.
2. Before stepping out of the house, consume a glass of water mixed with sugar.
3. Perform Surya Namaskar every morning for good health and vitality.
4. Offer water to the Sun during Sunrise facing the east side.
5. Sun has a paternity effect, so if anyone wants to reduce the malefic effect of Sun, then he must serve his father, teacher and elder siblings.
6. Recite Gayatri Mantra or Om Suryaya Namaha (108 times) for maximum favourable results.
7. Feed cows with wheat and jaggery.

Planets in Astrology : Moon

Astronomy:

It is the only satellite of the earth. Though it is considered as a luminary in astrology it does not emit its own light but shines due to the reflection of Sun’s radiation. At the perigee moon is 356404 Kilometers away from the earth and at the apogee it is 406680 Kilometers away from the earth. As applicable for all the planets its path is also elliptic. Moon is nearly 1/4th the size of the earth. One interesting thing is that only one half of the moon is visible to us on Earth.

Mythology

According to Harivansha Purana moon was the handsome son of Sage Atri and was nurtured by the ten Dishas(directions). Moon married the daughters of Daksha Prajapati. They were 27 in number. The names of these daughters are the 27 Nakshatras of the Zodiac. Moon visits each of them for one day in rotation. But he showed Rohini, one of the 27th wives undue favors. He also ran away with the Wife of Brihaspati the Deva Guru. Daksh the father in law cursed Moon to suffer from consumption, a gradual decay. Mercury was born a result of interaction of Moon with the wife of Brihaspati. According to western concept Moon is considered as Virgin Mary of the Roman Catholics and nourishing mother of the heavens. She is the queen of the night also called Luna (Diana). Diana is the twin sister of Apollo. She governs chastity as well as fertility.

Astrological Significance Of Moon in Vedic Astrology:

According to Uttara Kalamrita following are some of the significations of Moon. a) Intelligence b) Perfumes c) Hidden of ulcerous troubles in the stomach d) Woman e) Sleep f) Happiness g) Liquids h) Malarial fever I) Mother j) Pearls k) Salt l) Mind m) Muhurta or 48 minutes duration n) worship of Gauri o) Fondness of Curd p) One who does tapas or penance q) Strong at night r) Eating s) Facial Luster t) Good Fruits u) Fish and other Aquatic beings v) clothes.

It is seen that a strong Chandra will be good for the above mentioned significations and a weak moon will cause some deficiency of the same.

Other Astrological Considerations:

Moon owns the Karkata (Karka) sign but it exalts at 3 degree Vrishabha or Vrishabh and is under deep debilitation at 3 degree Scorpio. Its Mooltrikona Rashi is Vrishabh. Moon is the Karaka for mind and it enjoys a royal Status among planets. Its complexion is tawny. Its sex is female. Moon Is of Vaishya Varna and Sattwika Guna. Chandra is very windy and phlegmatic. He has round body and is learned. He has auspicious looks and sweet speech, is fickle minded and very lustful. He represents one Muhurta i.e., a period of 48 minutes. The taste represented by Moon is Saline.

Chandrama is friendly to Surya and Budha and is neutral to Mangal, Vrihaspati, Shukra and Shani. Chandrama does not consider any planet as its enemy. However, Shani Budha, Shukra and Rahu and Ketu consider moon as their enemy. Chandra is strong in the northern direction.

Mars – The Fierce and Forceful Planet of Aggression!

Mars, the Red planet is fiery and masculine. According to Hindu mythology, it is the son of Bhumi (Earth) and Varaha (Boar). The role of Mars in astrology is of great significance because it often interferes with the marriage of a native due to Mangal Dosha. Mars in ancient mythology is often considered as lohit (red), angry faced. It is also called the god of rage and celibate (unmarried). However, it is also responsible for courage and determination. People under the radar of this planet are often high tempered and have rage in their heart. Every planet will affect a person in both positive and negative ways and this holds good for Mars also.

A strong Mars in horoscope indicates favourable scenarios for a native. The Mars in flourishing mode will give youthful energy, power and courage to compete in life and bestows a person with good management skill. However, a weak or malefic Mars may dampen the thinking power of a person by making him full of rage, anger and aggression. This may create hurdles in a native’s life and the person may sometimes press the self-destruction button.

Mars In Astrology: General Characteristics

As already mentioned, Mars is often called the red planet. It represents the masculine character of a native. Its element is dry and fiery. Mars, in different mythology, is also called the god of war. The native under the influence of Mars is likely to be hot in temperament with a warrior mentality. It elevates the animal nature of a person. It rules qualities like courage, confidence, leadership. But on the other hand, it can also lead to negative qualities like anger, rage, short-tempered, hatred, impulsive nature and insensitivity. However, Mars also grants skills to a person and helps him become good surgeons, engineers, designers and many other skilled professions.

Tuesday is considered to be the day of Mars of Mangal. Mars rules the Aries and Scorpio zodiac. Though Mars is most of the time malefic, it can also protect its devotees from blood-related diseases. It also helps a person acquire land and new property. Like the sun, Mars’ most powerful position is seen when it sits in the 10th house of a native. Mars is particularly beneficial for cancer and the Leo population. Mars attains its full maturity at the age of 28, and it sits in the south direction.

Mythology Of Mars

Mars is also associated with Lord Kartikeya. Kartikeya has six heads because the six deities of the lunar constellation nurtured him. According to the myth, Kartikeya kills a demon called Taraka and releases the hostage from his prison. Kartikeya was not a trained warrior but still showed courage and determination, which is a quality of Mars. Mars, in other folklore, is also called the protector of justice. As per, Vedic astrology, Mars in astrology is also regarded as the god of celibate. Mars takes 18 months to complete the cycle and spend 45 days in each Rashi.

There is another story regarding the birth of Mars. According to the legend, Mars is the son of Earth. Earth was supposed to be lying deep inside the cosmic ocean, stolen and kept in captivity by a demon called Hiranyaksha. Lord Vishnu took the incarnation of Varaha (Boar) and, with the support of tusks, uplifted the Earth. Varaha gifted earth a red coral. Earth by mistake dropped the coral into the sea and a child with red texture was born. He was called as lohitang. He was later called a mangal. The child was mentored by sage Bharadwaj. After learning about his birth, the child went to the forest and did penance. Lord Brahma was pleased and allocated him the position of a planet.

Other mythological texts state that Mangal is described as the son of Lord Shiva and Earth. While doing meditation on Mount Kailash, three drops of sweat fell on the ground. This gave rise to a child with a red complexion. Shiva handed the child to earth for his upbringing. He was later called Bhauma. Let’s discover the significance of planet mars and the astrological facts.

Significance of Mars in Astrology

One might think Mars is good in astrology? It depends on the positioning of mars in the houses. Power of Mars in astrology can be determined by the fact that it is the god of war and gives courage to the native. Mars is exhaustive for Capricorn and fallen in the opposite sign of cancer. It is often perceived as a god with a red body and seen the same way as its astronomical body. Mars is generally malefic, but it is advantageous for Cancer and Leo people. Mars becomes Yogkaraka and grants the native all the wealth and prosperity. Mars rules Aries and Scorpions. By default, it gives direct aggression to Aries and indirect aggression to scorpions. The importance of Mars in astrology is such that it can become a barrier in marriage. If Mars lands in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th or 12th house of the Lagna chart then the person is considered to be Manglik and this will hamper the marriage of that native.

Mars affects the bone marrow of an individual. As it is a red planet, it closely relates to the generation of red blood corpuscles. Strong Mars in the birth chart, bestows courage, vitality and determinations. While a weak Mangal makes the person lazy, lack stamina, valour and has a lethargic approach towards life.

What Are The Related Dasha And Antardasha Of Mars?

Mars in astrology holds high significance in Vedic astrology. Mars Mahadasha lasts for 7 years. Mars planet in astrology holds a significance such that during the mahadasha one is likely to be more energetic than usual. The native will be high in confidence and valour. Mars is also collateral to ego and high energy. On the positive side, the chances of success will increase. The person is likely to get promotions in career and the deadline jobs usually get finished within the timeframe. This phase will give you a sense of accomplishment and all the lethargy and stubbornness shall evaporate. The person will win against his/her enemies.

However, if Mars is placed in the wrong house then the negative side can be doom for the native. People will be prone to injury and accidents. There will be physical ailments and hurdles in life. It will reverse the energy and make one lethargic. Natives will tend to sleep a lot and there will be a lack of patience.

Antardasha of Mars in the Mahadasha will enhance the dominance of the planet in natives life. A weak Mars however indicates health problems related to the stomach or the urinary tract and blood-related issues. Mars is in its own sign and it forms a triangle or trikona giving auspicious results. This is the time when a native can acquire property and wealth.

Conjunction With Different Planets

Role of Mars in astrology can be known by its conjunction with different planets. Combination of Mars with different planets brings different results. Let us explore a few Mars conjunction. We will take examples of friendly planets and a few enemy planet combinations.

Mars and Mercury are enemies to each other. But the effect of these two planets may give different results. The opposite energy of these planets may make the person alert and sharp-minded. If both these planets are placed in the favourable house of the natal chart then the native will achieve success in life. However, such people may face problems in their marital life and education.

Mars with Jupiter will give the native a spiritual inclination and religious wisdom. Such a person is likely to be wise and excel in the field of education. They also get a good reputation in society and excel in civil work.

Mars is Pitta (fire) while Venus has an air sign. This combination can fuel expectations. For some,, this will work as a hot air balloon but for others, it may be a bad combination. People falling under such conjunction have an average life.

Mars and Saturn are two of the most influential malefic planets. Their combination is not good for anyone. Their conjunction will lead to problems and native will be inclined to commit a crime and gain wealth through immoral practice. They are pessimists and do not value religion.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Mars

Tuesday is the day for Mars. It is advised that praying to these planets helps one get rid of debt, poverty and ailments of derma. One can also restore his eyesight by praying to Angaraka. Observing fast for 21 Tuesdays reduces the malefic effect of mangal. To make the mangal strong one should wear red coral stone or the moonga stone on the ring finger. To remove mangal dosha, it is advised to perform the mangal shanti puja.

Mars in astrology signifies passion, war and anger. Its placement in different houses in the birth chart indicates how one is going to fare in life. It also helps to sharpen the skill set which is required for the protection of competition. But Mars is not only about war, it also symbolizes passion and tells about the sex life. Mars is also responsible as a hindrance to marriage. So in Indian culture, it is inevitable for families to match boy and girls horoscopes for mangal dosha.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Mars

Tuesday is the day for Mars. It is advised that praying to these planets helps one get rid of debt, poverty and ailments of derma. One can also restore his eyesight by praying to Angaraka. Observing fast for 21 Tuesdays reduces the malefic effect of mangal. To make the mangal strong one should wear red coral stone or the moonga stone on the ring finger. To remove mangal dosha, it is advised to perform the mangal shanti puja.

Mars in astrology signifies passion, war and anger. Its placement in different houses in the birth chart indicates how one is going to fare in life. It also helps to sharpen the skill set which is required for the protection of competition. But Mars is not only about war, it also symbolizes passion and tells about the sex life. Mars is also responsible as a hindrance to marriage. So in Indian culture, it is inevitable for families to match boy and girls horoscopes for mangal dosha.

Mythology Of Mercury

Mercury in Vedic astrology is often called the budh planet. It is treated as a deity. In legends, budh is seen as the son of Moon (Soma) and Tara (wife of Jupiter). According to the mythology, the moon became obsessed with Tara, the wife of Brihaspati. Their union produced Mercury. It is a combination of intellect and charming personality. Mercury reaches the full maturity at the age of 32. As earlier, the legends and epics were not preserved in the form of a script but in the form of oral verses or dialogues. This led to many different versions of the birth of Mercury, budh in other versions is the son of moon and Rohini (daughter of Daksha). One of the earliest mentions of mercury in Indian Ved history appears in Pancavimsa Brahmana.

Mercury in astrology is often called the Gyani chief. He is considered as a mirror image of Lord Vishnu because of his beauty and resemblance to Lord Vishnu. Vishnu is the lord of Mercury planet. Wednesday is considered to be the day of Mercury and a prayer to him on that day shall remove all the hurdles, and obstacles one faces due to mercury.

Significance of Mercury in Astrology

The Mercury planet in astrology is called the god of communication. It rules the swarkantha of a person. Mercury in astrology is called the brain of the solar system. It is a calm and composed planet. The duration of Mahadasha lasts for 17 years. Mercury belongs to the Vatta nature, and the people under the influence of mercury are good vocalists, well behaved. A strong Mercury in lagna will enhance the intelligence, education, social and professional affairs, the relationship with relatives, humour etc.

While a weak mercury in birth chart may team up with other malefic planets and cause problems in relationship between family and friends. Cause loss of wealth and reputation. Sun and Venus are friends of Mercury, while the Moon is the enemy to the planet. The moon’s character is that of an innocent child, while Mercury is much more calculative and evaluator. Mercury likes to scrutinize the situation, and the evaluation may not always be pleasant. Mercury shows a neutral attitude towards Saturns, Mars and Jupiter. Mercury is of masculine character and rules the northern direction, unlike Mars or Jupiter. Mercury is in the mooltrikona sign when it is partially in Virgo about 15 to 20 degrees. Mercury is weak in the Pisces sign. It is associated with the colour green and green emerald is the stone of mercury.

What Are The Related Dasha And Antardasha Of Jupiter?

The Mahadasha of Mercury is called the budh Mahadasha. According to Vimshottari, the Mahadasha lasts for 17 years. The Mahadasha can be both beneficial or harmful depending on the positioning of Mercury. Mercury is a dual planet. The person under the influence of Mercury will tend to have two jobs or business. During the beneficial period, there will be enough opportunities banging your door. The native will be highly successful in jobs related to telecommunication, journalism, print media, advertising, writing and other fields where soft skills are of prime importance.

During the malefic effect, the Mercury is weak. It becomes a great trouble in a native’s life. The trouble can elevate with the combination of Mars, Saturn, Rahu or Ketu. there might be loss of property, wealth, relationship problems and mercury related disease.

Mercury is generally a beneficial planet. During Antardasha, this planet may turn malefic depending on the position or combination with different planets. During Antardasha, a person will be on the learning curve of his life. Such a person will go through life-changing incidence and will get real-life experience. Abstract gains like reputation, honour and respect will be showering on him while there could be materialistic loss of wealth and the person may suffer from mercury related disease. Know whether you are going through a Mercury dasha from our expert astrologers and get a full analysis of your birth chart done.

Conjunction With Different Planets

Mercury in astrology conjuncts with various planets. The two planet conjunction of Mercury yields varying results. Let us see few of the prominent conjunctions of Mercury.

Mercury and Mars are both enemy planets. Mars is considered to be malefic mascualine male while Mercury is benefic gentle eunuch. The native undergoing these two conjunctions will have rifts in relationships. The marital bliss becomes a distant dream, and the couple struggle for progeny. Financially the outcome will be average. This conjunction can also drift the native towards petty crimes like theft. Positively the person becomes sharp and alert. If he channels the energy in the correct direction then he can prosper in a profession related to science.

Mars and Venus conjunction is a positive one. They both are friends, and such a person under the influence can enhance his artistic skills. The person becomes gracious and a performer. The diplomatic and presentation skills improve greatly. The financial growth is good. In matters of job and studies a person can sharpen his skills in the field of maths, technology, science and engineering. Venus and Mercury incline the person towards music and arts.

Though Moon and Mercury are enemies, their conjunction can be beneficial for the native. The individual’s intellectual growth is very good when he is under the influence of both these bodies. They have high tact and often use sugary speech. They are good orators and often the talk of the town. The god of luck bestows all the fortune in life. There are other conjunctions of Mercury that can be both beneficial and harmful. If you want to find out what is the conjunction of Mercury in your chart, then please contact the expert astrologers and get a detailed analysis.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Mercury

A malefic or weak Mercury in astrology gives bad results in your life, and it can reverse all the benefits you have received. One should follow certain remedial measures to nullify these malefic effects. One of the most common solutions is us Green Emerald seated on gold. Wear the ring or ornament on Wednesday. The use of char mukhi Rudraksha can reduce the negative effect of Mercury. Feed grass or spinach to the cow. As Mercury is a symbolized image of lord Vishnu, reading Vishnu sahasranamam everyday will help reduce the effect of malefic mercury. However, before turning into any of those remedies, please consult a Vedic expert.

So if you are clever, witty, analytical, research-oriented or a good orator, then it is a sign that your Mercury in astrology is strong. However, if you are suffering from lethargy, have crowd fear, devoid of any analytical skills and not great in communication skills, then you might be having a debilitated Mercury. To summarize, Mercury is responsible for good cognitive skill. Also, if you want to be handsome like Mercury then you need to have a strong backup of Mercury in your astrological chart.

Venus – The Planet of Luxuries and Love!

Astronomy:

Venus is much closer to the Sun than the earth. Therefore, on some occasions Venus will be in between Earth and the Sun. The average distance form sun is 67 million miles. The variation is very little, as the orbit of Venus is nearly circular. The distance between Earth and Venus during inferior conjunction will be only 25 million miles. The size of Venus is nearly similar to Earth. Venus has the diameter of 7,600 miles while Earth has a diameter of 7,900 miles. It revolves around the sun in 225 days. The atmospheric layer around Venus is thick, peculiar and fascinating. The brightness of Venus is due to the reflecting power of its atmosphere. For observers on the earth Venus cannot be more than 48 degrees away from the Sun.

Mythology:

Shukracharya is the son of Sage Bhrigu. He is the preceptor of the demons. Shukra was the only one considered worthy of being granted the knowledge of MritaSanjivani vidya by Lord Shiva. This knowledge is supposed to bring back even dead to life.

Venus is considered as Goddess of love, marriage, beauty and comforts. It is a form of Maha Lakshmi, the wife of lord Vishnu. Venus rules over the Yajurveda and the Vasant Ritu(April and May). According to western astrology Venus is known as Lucifer and Hebrews named it as Astoreth.

Astrological Significance:

The Uttara Kalamrita gives the following signification of Venus. a) Good clothes b) marriage c) Income d) Woman e) Brahmins f) Wife g) Happiness from sexual life h) Flowers i) Conveyance j) Silver k) fond of south east l) Cough m) Rajsik nature n) Pearls o) Enjoyment p) Possessing many women q) Speaking truth r) Semen s) dances t) Fond of worshiping Gauri and Laxmi ) Mother for those born in the day v) genital organs w) Urine or urinary tract x) Strong in the afternoon y) Pleasant musical instruments z) Skilled in fine arts.

It is seen that a strong Venus gives very good result in a horoscope. However a weak Venus can cause certain deficiencies with respect to above-mentioned significations.

Other Astrological Considerations:

Venus owns two signs namely Taurus and Libra. It is deeply exalted at 27 degree in Meen Rashi. Its Mooltrikona is in Libra. Venus governs semen (potency).

In the planetary Cabinet Venus is also a minister along with Jupiter ( Brihaspati ). Its complexion is variegated. According to “Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra” the deity, which it represents is Shachi(Consort of Lord Indra). It is of feminine gender. It represents water among the Panchbhootas or five elements. It is of Brahman Varna and has predominance of Rajsik Gunas.

Venus is joyful, charming in physique, has beautiful and brilliant eyes, is a poet, is phlegmatic and windy and has curly hair. It represents a fortnight that is one Paksha of Moon. It is strong in the north direction. It represents an acidulous taste.

It is friendly to Mercury and Saturn. It is inimical to Sun, Moon, and Mars. It considers Jupiter as Neutral.

Jupiter – The Generous Planet of Wealth and Wisdom

Jupiter in Vedic Astrology is a sea of complexity. It holds a lot of significance for people who thoroughly follow astrology. It consists of planets, sun, moon and various celestial bodies. One of them is Jupiter. Jupiter in astrology is considered to be the second most powerful planet. It is also called the Devaguru or Brishaspti. The planet itself is the biggest in the solar system and it also has a great impact in a person’s life. The power of Jupiter in astrology can make you rich overnight. The planet is responsible for knowledge, dedication and wisdom. It also reveals the spiritual side of a person.

Jupiter in Indian astrology holds great significance. Also, it withholds utter importance in the birth chart of a person. It is closely linked to the kids and wealth. This is one of the reasons it is called the significator of children and wealth. If Jupiter is beneficial then it can bestow you with all the riches. The native is likely to be blessed with offspring, wealth and wisdom. However, if Jupiter is malefic or weak then it can create problems in life. It can have the opposite effect and a person may be devoid of wealth, wisdom or offspring. A person can also get disrepute in society.

Jupiter In Astrology: General Characteristics

It is also called the planet of luck. Jupiter is responsible for higher intellect and spiritualism. Jupiter helps in formulating ideology. We all know the connection of Jupiter with wisdom but what does Jupiter mean for spirituality? Jupiter inclines a person towards religion and philosophy. It also compels a person to be more righteous and high on morals. Jupiter though giant is considered as noble and a benevolent planet. It is associated with prosperity and fortune. Jupiter takes 12 years to complete its Zodiac journey. It is masculine energy and the lord of Pisces and Sagittarius and rules the ninth and twelfth house of the astrological chart.

Thursday is considered to be the day of Brihaspati. Natives of Pisces and Sagittarius are generally blessed with high wisdom, spirituality and dedication power as their ruling planet is Jupiter. Other traits of natives with a ruling Jupiter are diligence, trustworthy and kind hearted. Learn how Jupiter in your birth chart can impact your life.

Mythology Of Jupiter

It is an optimistic planet and antagonist to darkness, ignorance. It represents the Dakshinamurthi God. The root dissection of Dakshinamurthi means god in the form of a stone image in the south. Jupiter in Vedic mythology represents the guru and hence it has a lot of divine power. Jupiter in different cultures has different names. Hindus called it Lord Brihaspati while Greeks called it Zeus. Egyptians call him Ammon. Jupiter by birth itself is a brahmin of Angiras lineage.

There is a popular story behind Jupiter. A king had seven sons and their wives. Two brahmins who used to come to seek alms from them always returned empty-handed. This made Jupiter angry and it showed in the misfortunes of the king and his family. After seeing this, the wife of the youngest son started giving alms to those brahmin but the other six still denied any alms. The youngest wife sought remedies from this misfortune. Then the brahmin recommended to keep fast for Brihaspati and feed brahmins. This would bring prosperity to their life.

Significance of Jupiter in Astrology

It is one of the most powerful planets in the zodiac sign. Jupiter astrology holds great significance in Vedic astrology. Rashi lord Jupiter plays a significant role in Pisces and Sagittarius birth chart. There are things related to Jupiter in astrology that are both good and bad depending on the position. Strong Jupiter brings good fortune and immense wealth, luxury, fame, power and position etc. It also helps a person to progress in career, profession and life. 

While a weak Jupiter or a malefic Jupiter in astrology can bring doom in your life. The planet can be exhaustive because of other malefic planets like Saturn, Rahu, Mars with Sun. The ill-placed Jupiter can bring poverty and misfortune. The planet is superior in Cancer zodiac while weak in Capricorn. A person with Jupiter in the tenth house can lead a person to become a good teacher, professor, social worker or priest.

What Are The Related Dasha And Antardasha Of Jupiter?

The Dasha of Jupiter in astrology is the period the planet prevails in a native’s life. The Jupiter Rashi people rule life for 16 years according to Vimshottari Dasha. 16 years can be both malefic and beneficial depending on the positioning of Jupiter in a typical house and its connection with other planets. If Jupiter is exalted in its own sign and combined with a friendly sign then it will bring good health, harmony, social fame and wealth. If Jupiter is ill-placed then it can be harmful. Jupiter can be harmful in combination with Rahu and Ketu. This yog is called the Guru Chandal Yoga which scavenges the power of Jupiter.

This yoga is extremely auspicious and brings misfortune to the native. Guru tries to take lead but it all goes in vain as it conjoins with Rahu and Ketu. However, there can be many powerful combinations also. Let us see how Jupiter in astrology with other combinations performs.

Conjunction With Different Planets

Jupiter brings different results with different celestial combinations. Jupiter forms a Gajakeshari yoga with the Moon. It gives the native many gifts. It is a positive yoga and the native is bestowed with wealth, power and eloquence. The native becomes a good orator.

The combination with the sun will make a person pleasantly behaved, kind-hearted and soft-spoken. The person is pure in his heart and there is no darkness in him. He is true to his heart and jewel of friendship.

The combination with the moon makes the native generous and down to earth. Native people receive many accolades from society and achieve success in life. The Mars and Jupiter combination makes the person energetic and active. The native is most likely to join a defence sector and become the head of the department.

Jupiter and Mercury’s combination is a highly intellectual one. The person is high in wisdom and research-oriented. While the person with Jupiter and venus combinations is a jackpot. It bestows the person with all the richness, prosperity and materialistic gains. The person will never see any darkness and poverty in his life.

The conjunction of Saturn with Jupiter makes the person highly successful. It brings all kinds of worldly success. Jupiter has a detrimental eye on venus, but still, their combination can be beneficial for the native.

Jupiter transitions in different houses will have different impacts. As per the birth chart, Jupiter in the first house represents health and the immune system, while in the second house it grants wealth. Jupiter in the fifth house is responsible for knowledge, wisdom and children. Jupiter in the ninth house gives recognition to the government and authority. 

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Jupiter

What to do if Jupiter is Weak? Astrology can give you recommendations for this. One option is keeping fast on Brihaspativar – Thursday. Another option is wearing yellow sapphire stone seated on gold and the ring is worn on the ring finger. Experts also suggest donating chickpea or chana dal to reduce the malefic effect of Jupiter.

The role of Jupiter in astrology is immense. Jupiter is a mature and benevolent planet. It represents wisdom and prosperity. It is also an image of good judgment. It inclines the native towards spiritualism. It is the second most powerful planet in the Vedic birth chart. So, it is very important to pacify Jupiter. Beneficial Jupiter can make you rich from rag while malefic Jupiter can do the reverse.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Jupiter

What to do if Jupiter is Weak? Astrology can give you recommendations for this. One option is keeping fast on Brihaspativar – Thursday. Another option is wearing yellow sapphire stone seated on gold and the ring is worn on the ring finger. Experts also suggest donating chickpea or chana dal to reduce the malefic effect of Jupiter.

The role of Jupiter in astrology is immense. Jupiter is a mature and benevolent planet. It represents wisdom and prosperity. It is also an image of good judgment. It inclines the native towards spiritualism. It is the second most powerful planet in the Vedic birth chart. So, it is very important to pacify Jupiter. Beneficial Jupiter can make you rich from rag while malefic Jupiter can do the reverse.

Conjunction With Different Planets

Each planet will react differently when they are combined with other planets. The position of Saturn and Mars in the same house is considered as highly auspicious. The person may suffer from accidents and health problems.

Saturn, as we all know it is the planet of justice while Ketu is the planet of limitless, he is a rule breaker. The conjunction of these two planets makes the native go against society. If the conjunction is in the ascendants, then such a person will have a negative approach in his life. Such a person will perform better in the second half of his life rather than the first half.

When Saturn meets the Moon, it gives rise to Vish yoga. The Moon is the maternal and emotional side, while Saturn is the planet of discipline. This conjunction will make the person realistic and disciplined.

One of the most favourable conjunctions is that of Saturn and Jupiter. It is called Brahma yoga. It gives the native immense knowledge and a sense of justice. It is one of the most auspicious conjunctions. This is one in a lifetime event. Read more about Saturn and Jupiter conjunction to know the importance of this conjunction..

These were a few of the conjunctions of Saturn. Apart from two planet conjunctions, there are triple planet conjunctions also creating varied effects on the native.

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Saturn

Weak Saturn can give a terrible time in a native’s life. However, there are certain measures that can reduce the Saturn malefic effects.

Donate footwear to the poor and needy. One with weak Saturn should not drink milk at night or should not drink buffalo milk. Keeping silver will benefit in reducing the effect of malefic saturn. Fill an earthen pot with honey, cover it and bury it under running water. Perform Shani shanti Graha Puja. This will calm down the high-intensity effects of Saturn.

Saturn, as we all know, is the planet of justice and discipline. If Saturn is happy with you, then it will give the native immense prosperity and knowledge. However, a weak Saturn in astrology will give the native a very hard time. The shani sade sati is one which you cannot escape. Get your free Shani sade report and consult with our expert astrologers for remedies related to it.

Rahu and Ketu – Significance Of Shadow Planets In Astrology

Talking about Vedic astrology, we have a physical resemblance to each of the planets and stars. Their presence is physical and obvious. But Hindu astrology names two planetary objects which are actually not present physically. They are Rahu and Ketu. Rahu and Ketu in astrology are generally considered as malefic planetary objects. Rahu is otherwise called an abstract entity and responsible for causing an eclipse. According to Hindu mythology, Rahu and Ketu are two shadow entities. They are considered as malefic planets, and the term Rahu Kala is considered inauspicious for starting any good work.

Rahu and Ketu complete their journey in 18 years and are always 180 degrees from each other. This can coincide with the lunar ascending and descending nodes on the earth’s ecliptic plane. Technically Rahu and Ketu represent the point of intersection of the Sun and The Moon’s path. They are also called the north and the south lunar nodes. According to mythology, the eclipse occurs when the sun and the moon are at one of these nodes. This gives a picture of the sun and the moon getting swallowed by the snake. It is believed that Rahu is responsible for causing the solar eclipse.

According to Vedic Astrology, Rahu in kundali is the ruler of fear, disappointment, confusion and obsession. Rahu is also related to occult science, and like Ketu, Rahu is also the enemy of the sun and the moon. It is considered a malefic planet in astrology. Let us know about Rahu and Ketu in detail.

Rahu And Ketu Planet In Astrology: General Characteristics

Though Rahu and Ketu in astrology are considered as one entity, we will take them as different parts. Let us first talk about Rahu. Rahu is associated with the tamasic infatuation of a human being. It is associated with materialistic pleasure and worldly desire. It makes the soul surrender to materialisation. It is often called the Karak of fame, greed, obsession, manipulation, disease, inertia. Rahu belongs to the Vata nature. A person influenced by Rahu will be an outcast, have harsh speech, he will be engrossed in lies, treachery and will be suffering from thorax and abdomen infestations. However, it is considered very powerful and has the capacity of turning friends into enemies and vice versa. In Buddhist culture, Rahu is considered as one of the Krodh Devatas that terrifies the native.

Rahu is a malefic planet. However, a favourable Rahu will benefit the politicians and criminals. It gives them the power and authority to rise in the ranks through unfair means. Rahu rules the thieves, jail, snake, poison and haunted place. It is so hypnotic that people tend to fall for misdeeds easily if they are influenced by Rahu. However, it can also bestow the native with sudden wealth.

If Rahu is considered as the planet of worldly desires, then Ketu can be related to spirituality. It represents the spiritual process of evolution and refinement of materialisation to spirit. Ketu is worldly malefic but spiritually benefic. Ketu is the Karaks of spiritualism, wisdom, fantasy, invincibility and psychic abilities. Ketu belongs to the Pitta element. Ketu generally will mature at the age of 48, when the souls start to turn towards salvation.

Ketu is the thorax and lower torso of Rahu. Ketu planet is sometimes called the half planet that is responsible for wisdom and knowledge of self. It gives the native psychic abilities, and the native generally masters the art of healing. Ketu’s sign is Pisces, and that of Rahu is Virgo. Ketu is often seen with a gem or star on his head that emits some mysterious light. The legends of Rahu and Ketu are interesting. Let us find out more.

Mythology Of Rahu And Ketu

According to the ancient texts, the mythology behind the origin of Rahu and Ketu takes us to the story of Samudra Manthan, the churning of the ocean. While churning, a pot of Amrit (elixir of immortality) emerged from the mantle of the ocean. While Mohini, the female avatar of Lord Vishnu, took the Amrit and started to distribute it to the devas, there was a demon named Swarbhanu who stood among the devas. The Sun and Moon, however, noticed and informed Mohini, but, by that time, Svarbhanu had already drunk the Amrit. Vishnu then, with his Sudarshan chakra, cut the demon’s head. As the demon was not immortal, he could not die, but the head and rest of the body were separated. The head was known to be Rahu, while the rest of the body was called Ketu. They both were given an important position in astrology. They affect the solar and lunar eclipse.

Role of Rahu And Ketu In Astrology

So how do Rahu and Ketu influence your natal chart? Rahu is a master of treachery and showers his blessings on thieves, politicians and culprits. It is also considered a planet of sorrow and grief. Malefic Rahu will give the native suicidal tendencies, fear, phobia, and he might suffer from snake bites. There will be murder or theft in your locality. They are likely to suffer from diseases like cholera, dysentery and constipation.

Rahu can be friends with Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Pisces and Sagittarius zodiac signs. In contrast, Cancer and Leo are considered as the enemy signs. Coming to planetary combinations, they combine well with Mercury, Saturn and Venus. But according to the legend, they are staunch enemies of the Sun, Moon and Mars. Rahu gives good results for the native of Taurus and Libra. If Rahu is strong in the birth chart, then it gives fame, money and success.

Rahu, in his behaviour, is similar to Saturn. Rahu is the planet of pleasure, and it makes the native attracted to worldly pleasures. Although it is not a ruler of any zodiac sign, it is sometimes related to Virgo. Gomed honey-coloured hessonite is the gemstone of Rahu. As it is a Vata element, its direction is southwest. It reaches maturity at the age of 42. 

While Ketu is a friend to Mercury, Venus and Saturn, Jupiter is considered neutral while it is an enemy to the Sun, Moon and Mars. Coming to the nakshatras, Ketu has three stars, namely Ashvini, Mul and Magha. Ketu is friendly towards Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn and Pisces, while it is an enemy to Cancer and Leo. Ketu is responsible for spirituality, and it brings the devotee’s family prosperity. It grants wealth, good health and all around prosperity to the native. There is a deeper meaning to Ketu’s spirituality, and it is considered the most spiritual planet of all. It is considered the planet of enlightenment and liberation. So we should know the dashas of Rahu and Ketu.

What Are The Related Dasha Of Rahu And Ketu?

As we all know, the Rahu planet in astrology is a malefic planet. But at times it can give good results also. During the mahadasha of Rahu, if the planet is exalted in the Taurus and Gemini, it will bring good results. The person will be immersed in wealth, knowledge, gain social status, receive unexpected gains, high in self-confidence. He will enjoy the luxuries of life. It will bring all the beneficial results if the Rahu is placed in the 3,6, and the 10th house of the birth chart. The dasha of Rahu stays for 18years.

If Rahu is malefic, then during the mahadasha of Rahu, then it can harm the native. It will create a Shrapit Yoga in the chart if it combines with Saturn in any house. They will bring bad results to the native. The person is cursed by Chandra dosh. The planet sun and Rahu also create Grahan dosh by sitting together in any house.

During mahadasha, it creates Angarak yoga by combining with Mars in any house. The person is likely to face many troubles in his life. It is highly hazardous for life, career and health.

Ketu mahadasha lasts for seven years. If the Ketu in horoscope is malefic, then the life of the person may be in danger. The person will be occupied by rage and become quarrelsome. There will be unnecessary rifts between him and his loved ones. The Ketu influencing Saturn, Mars and the sun will aggravate the fraternal disputes. There might be the demise of siblings. You will face defeat and humiliation in every sphere of life.

While a well-placed Ketu can bring positivity, happiness, money and wealth, benefic Ketu is placed in 3,6 and 11th natal houses. Ketu gives beneficial results when it combines with Guru, Venus, Mars and Mercury. It combines with Jupiter and gives a beneficial Ganesh Yog. A powerful Ketu makes the person rich by many folds. Let us see how it conjunct with other planets. Consult our experts for Ketu Graha shanti puja .

Conjunction With Different Planets

Rahu with Sun gives rise to Grahan Dosha. It happens once a year. This conjunction is generally considered as bad and inauspicious. Rahu with Moon also gives rise to Grahan Dosha. The conjunction is not good in the kundali with 1,3, and 9th house. The person may suffer from mental illness.

Rahu with Mars conjuncts once in 18 months. Being an enemy to Rahu, it creates Angaarak Grahan yog. The conjunction will have a debilitating effect in 1,3,6, and 10th houses of Kundali. The person is likely to go through several problems and face many accidents and death in the family.

Ketu is the enemy of the sun, and if both are posted together. It gives bad results to the native’s child, uncle and other relatives. Mars with Ketu will make the person aggressive, filled with rage and cunning nature. However, Ketu with Jupiter is considered a favourable conjunction, and it bestows the native with wisdom, knowledge and wealth.

However, when all the other planets sit between Rahu and Ketu in kundali; it gives rise to Kalsarpa yoga. This is considered to be a very bad sign for the native. 

Remedies To Enhance A Weak Rahu And Ketu

Remedies For Rahu: Donate water and coconut in the temple during Amavasya. Jupiter is the planet that controls Rahu, so it is advisable to worship Jupiter. Wearing 8 faced rudraksha reduces the malefic effect of Rahu.

Remedies For Ketu: Apply saffron tilak after the prayer. Donate two colour blankets to the poor and needy. Worship Lord Ganesha, as it will take all the negative energy of Ketu. Donate black mustard seed on Thursday.

These are some of the remedies mentioned to reduce the malefic effects of Rahu and Ketu in Astrology. Now you know more about Rahu and Ketu and their effects on your astrology.