JUPITER: THE MOST BENEFIC PLANET OF THE UNIVERSE
Jupiter is the most benefic planet of all, whatever house, planet or sign it aspects- it gets vitalityand rejuvenation. It is the prime significator of wealth and prosperity, progeny and marriage. Marital bliss is not possible without the benefit aspect of Jupiter. It mitigates many ill effects in a horoscope. It aspects 5th ,7th and 9th house from where it is situated. In ascendant it gets directional strength. It rules Sagittarius and Pisces, also it rules the constellations punarvasu, vishakha and poorvbhadrapada. Jupiter has control on fat related diseases like gout and rheumatism, sugar problems. Jupiter rules Vitamins B-6, biotin, choline, inositol, chromium, manganese and zinc in body. Jupiter also indicate swelling, abnormal expansion, cancer or too much of something. This includes all types of tumor. It’s Control on liver leads to Diseases like Hepatitis of all kind. It also controls digestive system of a native. A malefic Jupiter leads to all the diseases mentioned, not only this but it also plays a vital role in divorces and lack of progeny when heavily afflicted.
Jupiter is biggest planet in all astrologicalplanetary system with equatorial radius of 71492±4 km. Mass is also very high because of its size which is approximately 1.8986×1027 kg. Distance of Jupiter from Earth is around 628743036 Km. He is also known as Brahspati. He is the guru of the Devas (gods) and the nemesis of Shukracharya, the guru of the Danavas (demons). The Sun, Moon and Mars are considered pleasant to Guru, Mercury is antagonistic and Saturn is unbiased. Jupiter in Hindu astrology is made up of the element of AkashaTattva.
This element specifies expansion thus Jupiter denotes expansion, increase, increment of all kind in a native`s chart. Any profession or employment that requires or is related to Spirituality, Religion, Wealth, Law, is governed by Guru. Their judgment quality and nature make them best choice to become judge. These natives function as priest or worshipper in temples, Bishop, Nun or Padre in Christianity. Giving discourses on religion, faith and spiritualism also comes under Guru because of their attachment with God. These people make great astrologers also and their knowledge is based upon intuition.
Remedies: • Take Care of cows, the Guru and Temple (or whatever their place of worship). • You should help the blind or people with disabilities and elderly people. • Use Kesartilak for your forehead. • You should donate to young girls, father's sister, grandmother’s sister or mother. The metal of Jupiter is gold and gemstone is yellow sapphire, and the day is Thursday.
KETU: THE ETERNAL ENEMY OF THE KING Ketu is the descending lunar node in Vedic and Hindu astrology. After the head of Svarbhānu, an Asura, was cut off by God Vishnu, his head and body joined with a snake to form 'Ketu', representing the body without a head, and Rahu, representing the head without a body. According to some accounts in Hindu mythology, Ketu belongs to Gemini (Mithun) Sign. Ketu is generally referred to as a "shadow" planet. It is believed to have a tremendous impact on human lives and also the whole creation. In some special circumstances it helps someone achieve the zenith of fame. Ketu is often depicted with a gem or star on his head signifying a mystery light. Some of the nature of Ketu is like of Mangal but it is cruel than Mars. Ketu represents mantras and high standard work and labor. Mainly it depicts ancient medicine and plants and roots from which we extract that medicine.
Overall he represents execution of karmic accumulations both good and bad, spirituality and supernatural forces and events. Ketu signifies the spiritual process of the refinement of materialization to spirit and is considered both malefic and benefic, as it causes sorrow and loss, and yet at the same time turns the individual to God. In other words, it causes material loss in order to force a more spiritual outlook in the person. Ketu is exalted in scorpio(vrischika) rashi and is debilitated in Taurus (vrishabha) rashi. It is benefic in dhanu(sagittarius) rashi and malefic in mithun(gemini) rashi.
\Risks Involved With malefic Ketu – Sudden accident, Anxiety and depression, Poor concentration, Worries, Bad habits, Loss of property. Body Parts – Kundalini area of body which covers Lower parts of body is under control of Ketu. It also controls our lower body private part area. Along with it Ketu also depicts body parts on the basis of its position in any other sign and planet area.
Abilities– Exile, and slow or no progress in work is directly related to Ketu. If Ketu is sitting in your sign Anyone’s popularity is directly connected to Ketu. All kind of ancient spiritual practices like mantras, siddhi etc. comes under Ketu.
Illness- Malefic Ketu has ability to give diseases which are lifelong and incurable like diabetes, Cancer. All painful disease like piles are also comes under Ketu. Terrifying Skin Diseases are also the part of Malefic Ketu.
Works – Ancient medical works like Ayurveda research work is well suited work for Ketu. Ancient spiritual works also the part of Ketu working areas. Old spiritual books and epics publishing work give them good benefits. Those working in a field of education and has Benefic Ketu will churn out good success from here. Work of the Planet with which Ketu is associated will also give Ketu followers success in their work.
Places – T points or Y points of roads or on streets is good for Ketu. Crossings are also come under Ketus effect. Medication centers are like Home for Ketu. Animals and Plants – Ketu has control on Birds and Snakes. All spikes plants are also under Ketu Influence.
MARS: THE COMMANDER AND WARRIOR
In vedic astrology, Mars is given the role of warrior and commander in chief. Mars rules over signs Aries and Scorpio. It also rules over constellations Mrigshira, Chitra, and Dhanishtha. People who have dominant Mars in their charts are very aggressive and are ready to fight anytime and they can fight just for the sake of fighting. Those born in Aries show this attribute many times. Flesh and muscles are represented by Mars; Blood is also represented by Mars. All kinds of wars, fights, quarrels, are directly or indirectly connected to Mars. It signifies Energy, strength, explosives, aggressions, assets, motivation, and immovable assets amongst others. People in armed forces, police, para military, surgeons, dentists, gangsters, manufacturers, builders, athletes, fire fighters, Martial arts are signified by Mars. Younger brothers are also denoted by mars. It represents Bone, Blood, Bile, intestine, anus, forehead, cheekbone, muscular system etc.
Mars makes one dominant and suppressive; its affliction to venus and connection with eighth house makes one pervert in sexual acts. All kinds of unnatural sexual activities are somehow connected to mars or rahu in day to day life. It makes one inhuman in bed and very torturous. Likewise even in warfare, mars makes one very cruel and killing machine. People who are dominant by Mars always have too much heat in their body and they are regularly troubled by acidity and intestinal inflammation. Piles are also another drawback produced by Mars. Acne, pimples, blood vessel blockage are also Mars attributes. Places like police stations, training schools, army battle ground, boiler and chimney related places are under mars influence. Places like underground rooms, food area and bathrooms are also under mars influence. Animals like Lions, wolf and hunting dogs come under mars. Plants and trees with spikes, red color fruits like pomegranate also influenced by mars.
Mars makes one dominant; this is why it has a very negative impact on married life. “Mars dosha” is a much feared dosha in a horoscope and it creates havoc in married life. Thus it is always suggested by astrologers that one having mars dosha in the chart should strictly marry a person having the same dosha so that they mitigate each other and lead a happy life after marriage. Mars dosha happens when mars is in 12,1,2,4,7,8 houses from moon, Venus and the ascendant.
Remedies: In vedic astrology the remedial measures for Mars are as under : 1) Reciting hanuman chalisa daily twice and visiting Hanuman temple every day. 2) Offering alms in the temple and offering clothing to the Lord which is called as “chola” for 5 consecutive weeks. 3) Mars is supposed to be born in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh - India, In Ujjain a special homam is performed to appease Mars which is called as “bhaatpooja” One can get it done for pleasing Mars.
MERCURY: THE EUNUCH PRINCE
In hindu astrology, Mercury is the prince of planetary kingdom. He is very unstable and has no opinion of his own on most of the things. He just goes with the flow, or with the circle he is with- just like small kids do in our day to day life. He rules over Gemini and Virgo- both dual signs, he is a dual planet and changes to another sign from one in just 15-20 days until unless it is retrograde. Though he is a prince but is considered a eunuch in hindu astrology because it is always dwindling. It rules over constellations ashlesha, jyeshtha and revati. Mercury is the smallest and closest to the Sun of the eight planets in the Solar System, with an orbital period of about 88 Earth days. Its radius is around 57910000 km and its distance from earth is 48 million miles. Comparably it is very light planet with mass 3.3022Ă—1023 kg. Mercury has very deep connection with the intelligence and brain power. It rules over voice and talk, a person dominated by mercury will be ever talking and the whole talk will have no result in the end. Their dual minded nature never makes them to stick on anything for long periods and thus such people do many things in their lives and gain a lot of experience but no mastery in anything. Hearing capabilities comes under Mercury. Mercury has impact on the stomach and digestion. Mercury ruled people are very calculative also, and they will know what is hidden in the deal in an instant. They are perfect accountants as they like to find faults. They believe in multitasking and take interest in lots of thing at a time. Their dual nature always affects their doings and output.Problems related to Voice like Dumbness, non-clear speech are associated with mercury. Breathe related risk like T.B., Asthma and diseases related to Ears like deafness are also under mercury`s portfolio. Because of intelligence - jobs like Broker, Advocate, Professor, T.V. Reporter
suits to people ruled by mercury. One will find many Virgo ascendants in print and electronic media and writing jobs. Jobs like writer, Editor, publisher also comes under him. Mercury makes one very good astrologer also. Mercury represents all Schools, Colleges, Lecture halls and also broadcasting centers of radio and T.V. and telephone exchanges. It rules over Small birds, talkative birds, plants of green vegetables, Lentils and pulses come under Mercury.
Remedies
Do not consume meat, egg, and liquor. Do not associate with your sister in law. Feeding birds and serve monkeys with jaggery can be beneficial. Avoid living in south facing homes. Use alum to clean your teeth. Do not do any business in partnership else, you can be betrayed.
Green is the color or Mercury, Emerald is its gemstone and weekday is Wednesday.
MOON – THE QUEEN LUMINARY OF OUR UNIVERSE
Moon rules over the sign cancer. Moon rules over emotions and fluids of the body. Your mood swings, your feelings towards others are also determined by the moon. As the Sun represents Father, so does the Moon represents the Mother. It is associated with feminine energy, fertility, pregnancy related issues of a woman. Your spontaneous reactions, feelings, and how you react to problems are also ruled by the Moon.
The Moon governs the body parts such as lungs, breast and brain. Moon holds significant importance in astrology. It gives various impacts upon different levels by positioning in different houses of individuals. Moon also has role in one's creativity, innovation and imagination. However, the wrong position of moon in birth chart makes a person restless, irrational, impatient, emotionally misbalanced and aggressive. A wrong placed moon causes problems like depression, stress, fear and phobias and anxiety. It also creates problems in menstruation in females. An afflicted moon – by either rahu or ketu creates lots of problems for a native. Bad dreams and negative thoughts, suspicious and not believing others etc are also caused due to this. It can produce lunacy if the affliction is severe. One can also keep thinking of big things he will do in life, but actually never reaches anywhere. One of the worst yoga “kemdrum” yoga is caused by moon – when there is no planet in the next sign or the sign before to moon`s position. This yoga is a very bad yoga and has the power to make a king turn into a beggar.
Remedial Astrology for Moon :1.) Yoga - By doing Pranayam daily in the morning or evening gives you the best positive effect by improving mind and soul, and get rid of problems like depression, stress and anxiety. You can also simply recite “Om” for 10 minutes that would also give you inner peace. 2.) Religious Remedy- Reciting "Om namahshivaya" or any other mantra related to Lord Shiva and Shakti gives wonderful results. You can read "Shiva Chalisa" also. 3.) Keep good relations with your MOTHER: Respect her and serve her to the best of your abilities. Take her advice in the important decision of your life. Nothing else will help you more than this, if you take your mother’s scolding’s as blessings. 4.) Wear Silver Ornaments: One of the most effective remedy to build your willpower, keep your mind peaceful and strong is to wear the silver jewelry. The silver jewelry you wear should be in contact to your skin, so that it gives maximum effect and result.
RAHU: THE ETERNAL ENEMY OF THE KING
Rahu is the ascending node of the moon and it afflicts the Moon more than any other planet. Rahu points to the direction of spiritual growth for an individual and wherever he is placed in a chart there will be a tendency to indulgence or obsession. As per planetary relationship Rahu and Ketu are friends with Venus, Mars and Saturn, it is neutral with Jupiter and Mercury and its enemies are Sun and Moon. Rahu is a severed head of an asura that swallows the sun causing eclipses. He is depicted in art as a serpent with no body riding a chariot drawn by eight black horses. Rahu is one of the navagrahas (nine planets) in Vedic astrology and is paired with Ketu. The time of day considered to be under the influence of Rahu is called Rahukala and is considered inauspicious. In Vedic astrology, Rahu is considered to be a rogue planet.
Rahu get exalted in the sign of Taurus and its debilitation sign is Scorpio. Rahudasha can either be the best time of any person's life or plunge him into deep trouble depending on which planet is controlling him and which bhava or pattern of life like longevity, pleasures etc. he is expecting or controlling. Rahudasha gives immense scope for obtaining spectacular results from worship or dhyana. Worship of Goddess Durga nullifies the ill effects of Rahu the most and it confers immense benefits to the worshipper.
Malefic Rahu Effect-Rahu at its worst can cause problems due to spirits, experience unrestrained and violent enemies everywhere, unsupportive family.
Body Parts – Mostly Rahu has impact on upper part of body from Chest to head. As Rahu upper part is replaced by snake so Rahu inhibit poisonous impact on body.
Abilities -Rahu signifies Worldliness, materialism, paternal grandparents, transformation, sudden changes, excitement, alertness, intelligence, exoteric knowledge, glamour, fame, illusion, deception, fear, suspicion, phobia, uproar, riots, revolts, rebellion, insanity, deformation, sophistication, science, technology, psychology, psychiatry, metaphysics, initiation, destination, reincarnation. Rahu is instrumental in strengthening one's power and converting even an enemy into a friend.
Works -As Rahu acts like Saturn and Ketu like Mars, generally they rules the profession signified by these planets, but apart from this they signifies profession related to spiritual arts and magic. Rahu or Dragons Head or North Node represents foreigners, foreign countries, foreign travel, engineering and the technical trades, gambling dens, the underworld and the bad elements in the society. Mining of petroleum also falls under the significations of Rahu.
Place – Dark and lonely places are always under control of Rahu. Mining places and Medication centers are well suited place for Rahu.
Illness – Rahu has control on every health problems related to upper parts of body like abdominal ulcers, stomach related problems, and brain related disease, heart disease, gout, arthritis, and leprosy. Skin disease are also comes under the impact of Rahu.
Animals and Plants – Snakes and all poisonous animals are in direct influence of rahu. Plants with poisonous impact are the part of Rahu Legacy.
SATURN: THE SERVANT WHOM ALL FEAR EQUALLY
In the planetary parliament, Saturn is the servant. He is lame and walks very slowly. He is black in color and very hairy. The planet Saturn too takes around 2.5 years to cross a sign. He is assigned the portfolio of justice. He punishes the humans according to the crimes committed by them in various births. Saturn is the prime karaka of longevity. It also denotes diseases in general. It represents the nerves in the body. It can cause death by paralysis, arthritis or any other disease related to nerves. He is harsh in speech. He rules over two signs simultaneously, it is the only planet to have such privilege. The signs Capricorn and Aquarius are ruled by Saturn. It rules over the most auspicious constellation – Pushya and also Anuradha and Uttarbhadrapada. He is very much friendly with venus and mercury.
Saturn is a planet which can make a person beggar or a billionaire, all the rags to riches stories have Saturn or Rahu working in the back. Saturn is the prime planet for the sorrows and delays one faces in his various endeavors. If something is supposed to be done in a week, by effect of Saturn it can prolong to months without any signs of positivity and suddenly thing fall into place. Saturn is a eunuch just like Mercury, it is the prime planet for causing negative thoughts in a native, sadness – melancholia are all caused due to Saturn. It is a seperative planet and in its mahadasha, if Saturn is not a benefic to the native, then the native sees separation from all his loved ones and even from life partner.
Saturn is the prime planet to make one a “sanyasi” as he is very dispassionate and invokes thoughts of leaving the material world, detachment and attaining peace of mind. It is significator of lands, thus when it is very strong in the 4th house – the native gets possession lands in his lifetime. It gets directional strength in 7th house from ascendant. It denotes more female offspring’s to a native. Saturn is a very slow moving planet and
because of this reason those ruled by Saturn are lazy, dirty, non punctual, slow in their life and get success in later part of life. They always have good skills and are dedicated towards their work. Less demands and adjustability make them miser. They are good followers and always prove themselves in front of their leader.
Saturn represents death so leather work suits him very well. It has very non- conventional thoughts so work like research about history or historical places are also represented by Saturn. Saturn is very cool planet thus works related to refrigeration are also represented by it. Works related to coal mines are also denoted by Saturn. Saturn represents loneliness so lone paces like jungle, caves are his forte. Animals like mouse, rats, lizards are denoted by Saturn. Fruits and vegetables with layers on it and tasteless vegetables also denoted by Saturn.
Remedial Measures: 1) Reciting “shani stotra” daily twice and visiting shani temple daily is a good remedy of Saturn. 2) Saturn has given his word to lord Hanuman ji that he will never give any trouble to disciples of Lord Hanuman, Thus worshipping Lord Hanuman ji with full dedication and devotion is the best remedy for Saturn.
SUN: THE KING LUMINARY OF THE UNIVERSE
When Lord Rama planned to invade Ravana and get back his wife, he was advised to recite “aadityahridaystotra” thrice before starting his invasion. This stotra or hymn is to please Sun. This is the power and respect Sun has in planetary kingdom. He is the king and Moon is the queen.. The Sun is responsible for all life on Earth, and it is also responsible for giving strength to one's soul, that is why it’s considered the soul, "aatma" of a person in the astrology. Sun has hot nature and it is a ferocious planet. Sun controls aura of the body and energy of the body. It is connected to power, long and healthy life, eye diseases, skin disorders and success. As said, each planet in the astrology system represents one of our relationships; like Moon signifies our mother in the same way Sun represents our Father. The strength of the Sun in the horoscope also explains one’s relationship with politicians, government officers and the VIPs of the society. Vermilion Red is the color of planet sun and Sunday is the day of Planet Sun.
Without sun it is not possible for one to do anything at all – this is a practical phenomenon. The whole earth needs the energy of the sun to let nature do its things. It represents administrators, Contractors, Politicians, Chemist, Physicians, powerful people, Chemists etc. Sun also represents head, eyesight, bone, soul, digestive fire, character etc. If in a chart sun is weak or afflicted then the native may have bad relations with his father, he may lose his father in early age, he may have bad reputation amongst those who are the authority. He may meet frequent accidents leading to bone fractures, headaches, weakness in eyes, baldness, Blood Pressure, fevers, weak immune system etc. Sun rules over the sign Leo and on constellations krittika, uttarfalguni, uttarashadha. Sun is generally considered a cruel and seperative planet in Hindu astrology.
Remedial Astrology for Sun: 1) One can wear gem stone of sun which is ruby. But it should be kept in mind that sun should not be a significator of houses 6,8,12 and is not badly afflicted by rahu or ketu. 2) Reciting “aadityahridaystotra� thrice at a time , every day is best remedy for sun as Lord Ram himself did it. 3) Doing charity is a good remedy to please Sun and offering water mixed with scents and flowers in the morning – to Sun is also a very good remedy. Traditional Hindu`s practice it daily in their homes. 4) One can also put orange handkerchief in his/her pocket and can enjoy the benefits of sun.
VENUS: THE LORD OF DEMONS
Like Jupiter, Venus is also considered as guru or teacher but of the asuras or the demons. He is having all the knowledge at par with Jupiter but will use it to increase the materialistic instincts in a native and make him commit more sins. Venus is the guru of the demons, he can raise the dead, with the help of the SanjiviniVidya, who fall in battles with the gods. He is immensely astute, he is an expert in every form of learning. Venus has a medium-sized well-nourished body, long hands, prominent shoulders, a broad chest, and dark, short, curly hair. Overflowing with virility, he is intelligent, handsome, and sensuous. Lord Shiva named Venus the best of the planets and told him that his rise in the sky would inaugurate the performance of all auspicious rituals from then Marriages are performed only when Venus is rising in the sky. Venus is of feminine gender, karaka or significator of potency and desire, as relationship significate it denotes the spouse, as body part significate it governs the pelvis and reproductive organs. As per planetary cabinet it have the status of minister or advisor, its temperament is easy going and accommodating, its element is water, its primary quality or imperious and passionate, by caste it is Brahmin or priest and its nature is benefic.
If we talk about technical terms of Venus then it is the second farthest planet from the Sun. It is the brightest thing in the sky besides the Sun and Moon. It has a diameter of about 12,100 kilometers. It is closest planet to Earth and its minimum distance from the Earth is from about 40 million kilometers. The mass of Venus is about 4.8676×1024 kg which is less than the mass of Earth. Venus (Venus) is considered a benefic and is the rashi lord of Vrishabha (Taurus) and Tula (Libra). It is exalted in Pisces, and is debilitated in Virgo.. Problems Due to Malefic Venus Graha– Business failure, huge loss in business, poverty and debt, disharmony in family life, disturbed marriage life, divorce, defame through sex scandals, loss of wealth and vehicle. Body Parts –Neck
area and all veins of neck are under control of Venus. Reproduction organs are also in an influence of it. Semen, and all sexual organs are also depicts Venus. Abilities – They are smart and beautiful. Venus also represent Optimism and artistic nature. Sweet talking is their best capability. They easily attract opposite sex and are kind hearted too. Works -Venus governs all professions and career related to art, entertainment, beauty products, luxury, and costly, items, food items especially sweets. Venus also represent professions like decoration, jewelers, precious stones, luxury items, income-tax, revenue, finance department, bank officials, judge, wool dealer, barbers, hair stylists, wig maker, tailor and dress maker.
Illness -Ruling over Taurus and Libra, Venus helps regulate the throat, thyroid and kidneys. Venus rules vitamin E, Niacin and Copper. Diseases causes due to excess of sex and drinking liquor. Problems related to sex and reproductive organs is also because of Venus. Places – Marriage halls, Flowers and plants nursery are good for Venus followers. Offices and manufacturing plants of Companies who deals in fragrances. Entertainment studios and halls are also good for them.
Animals and Plants – Royal animals like Elephants and Horses are governed by Venus. Beautiful and colorful butterflies also represent Venus. All flower plant and decorative plants are part of Venus.
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