Elements of astrology -NOTES FOR STUDENTS

T H E S I G NS O F T H E Z O D IA C , T H E E L E M E N T S , T R I P L IC I T I E S, Q U A D R UP L I C I TI E S ,
T H E P L A NE TS T H E I R A SP E C TS & T H E D E C A N A T E S
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Prepared by professor Anthony Writer, Jyotisha Bharati, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan,
Mumbaui, Maharashtra, India
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Notes On
The Signs Of The Zodiac
The Elements, Triplicities,
Quadruplicities, The planets
- their aspects and Decanates
With reference to the Sayana or Tropical System
COMPILED FOR
THE STUDENTS OF 1ST
YEAR JYOTIRVID COURSE
JYOTISHA BHARATI
BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN
Kulapati Munshi Marg
MUMBAI.

Notes on The Elements of Astrology by A.S.Writer for the 1st
. year Jyotirvid course
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FOREWARD
This is a collection of notes, prepared and compiled by Mr. A S Writer, who has
been teaching both Astrology and Palmistry at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan since
1994.
Prior to that he was a student of this Institute and is a gold medalist in Jyotir
Vid.During his career as a lecturer he was involved in research in Natal astrology,
Krishnamurthy Padathi and Palmistry. He has completed a thesis on Fixed Stars
and has been awarded Jyotir Visharada.
While compiling and preparing these notes he has referred to a vast collection of
text books as mentioned in the bibliography. He has taken care to illustrate the
subject in very simple and lucid language which can be easily read and followed
both by the students and the layman who wish to get an insight into the elements of
Astrology.
He expresses his deep gratitude to the Management and staff members of Jyotisha
Bharati for encouraging and guiding him from the inception, both as a student and
lecturer.
Further, he confesses that this book would not into print if not for the untiring and
selfless work of Mr. Jaydeep Malaviya and his dedicated team.
I whole-heartedly recommend that this collection/compilation of “The Elements of
Astrology” be read and used for further studies and research work.
Shri. Jinabhai G. Lad.
Principal Jyotisha Bharati.
Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan.

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A C K N O W L E D G E M E N T
The notes in the present form have been collected from various sources to enable
the students to save their valuable time for cross-references.
At the outset I wish to express my deep gratitude to all my teachers, specially :-
Late Shri Gopalkrishna Modi Principal ofTheBombay
Astrological Society as well as Jyotisha Bharati
Prof. Jinabhai Lad - Principal of Jyotisha Bharati,
Prof. G.B. Forbes - Co Principal,
Prof. D.V. Thakur.
For teaching me the fundamentals of Astrology. The charts for the Properties of the
Planets is the contribution of Prof. D.V.Thakur. Many of the other charts and tables
have been incorporated from the works of Mr. Jaydeep Malaviya who put in
immense labour with dedication with the sole aim that his endeavor would benefit
the student community at large.
I also wish to express my deep gratitude to the students community for their
invaluable support all through out.
I also wish to express my deep gratitude to my students :-
Mr. Jaydeep R. Malviya and the members of his team
for their selfless and untiring efforts to go the entire scrip troy work and present it
in a style that could be read and followed with ease and convenience.
Astrologically yours,
Anthony Writer

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INDEX
The Traditional Meaning of the Houses
The Signs of the Zodiac
Complementary Opposites:-Houses,Signs,Planets
Significance of a Horoscope
Triplicities
Quadraplicities
Polarities
The Trinity of the Zodiac & Forms of Signs
Planets and Aspects
How the Aspects Express
The Planets
Properties of the Planets
The Planets in the Houses
The Planets in the Signs
The Signs
Information of Special Gems

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House no. What it signifies Part of the body
First The Self, Physical Characteristics, Outer
Personality, Beginnings , Health |&
Development.
Face & Head
Second Family, Wealth, Worldly
Possessions Emotional
Attachments.
Neck & Throat
Third Kindred, Lower Mind, Act & Reason by
Instinct, Courage, Short Journeys, Self
Expression, Communication, Mental
Condition.
Shoulder & Arms
Fourth Mother, Vehicle, Property, Real Estate,
Inheritance.
Chest & Breast
Fifth Purwa Punya, Progeny, Education,
Speculations, Love Affair, Romance, Sport.
Heart, Soul & Spinal Cord
Sixth Mothers relatives, Health, Enemies,
Servants,
Stomach & Intestine
Seven Spouse, Partner, Sensible Opponents, Navel & Ext. Organs of
Generation
Eight Partners Wealth, Longitivity, Legacy,
Pension,
Int. Organs of Generation
Nine Bhagya Stan, Upper / Higher Mind, Long
Voyages, Higher Education, Science,
Discovery, Religion, Philosophy, Legal
matters
Thighs
Ten Karma Stan, Father, Profession, Position in
Professional Life, Honour, Credit &
Standing in Society, Attainments
Knees
Eleven House of Fulfillment, Elders, Well
Wishers, Friends, Confidence gained from
Office, Sudden Gains, Windfalls, Hopes and
Aspirations,
Legs
Twelve House of Moksha, Externment & Exile,
Imprisonment and Confinement, Self
Undoing, Foreign land Settlement.
Ankles & Feet’s

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THE SIGNS OF THE ZODIAC
Sr
No
Indian
System
Western
System
Symbol Sign Part of the
body
Ruler Period
1 Mesha Aries The Ram Face &
Head
Mars 21st
. March to
20th
. April
2 Vrishabha Taurus The Bull Neck &
Throat
Venus 21st
.April to
20th
. May
3 Mithuna Gemini The Twins Shoulder &
Arms
Mercury 21st
. May to
20th
. June
4 Karka Cancer The Crab Chest &
Breast
Moon 21st
. June to
20th
. July
5 Simha Leo The Lion Heart, Soul &
Spinal Cord
Sun 21st
. July to
20th
. Aug.
6 Kanya Virgo The Virgin Stomach &
Intestine
Mercury 21st
. Aug. to
20th
. Sept.
7 Tula Libra Scale Navel & Ext.
Organs of
Generation
Venus 21st
. Sept to
20th
. Oct.
8 Vrischika Scorpio The
Scorpion
Int. Organs of
Generation
Mars 21st
. Oct. to
20th
. Nov.
9 Dhanu Sagittarius The Centaur Thighs Jupiter 21st
. Nov. to
20th
. Dec.
10 Makar Capricorn The Goat Knees Saturn 21st
. Dec. to
20th
. Jan.
11 Kumbha Aquarius Man
carrying
water
pitcher
Legs Uranus 21st
. Jan. to
20th
. Feb.
12 Meena Pisces Two fishes
(the tail of
one beingin
the mouth of
the other)
Ankles &
Feets
Neptune 21st
. Feb. to
20th
. March.

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COMPLEMENTARY OPPOSITES
HOUSES:
A 1ST
. Sun Rises
East
Childhood
The Self
7th
. Sunset
West
Adulthood
Companion
B 2nd
. Self Earned Money
8th
. Companions Money
C 3rd
. Short Journeys
Relatives
Indland Means of
Communication
Ordinary Education
Practical Mind
9th
. Long Journey
Strangers
Int. means of
Communication
Extra Ord. Education
Ideal Mind
D 4th
. Mother
Domestic Life
Old Age
Retirement
End Of Life
Birth Place
Mid Night
North
10th
. Father

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Public Life
Young Age
Activities
Zenith of Life
Any Place
Mid Noon
South
E 5th
. Income from
Speculation
Self Creation
Children
Material Pleasures
11th
. Income from
Occupation
Intellectual Creations
Friends
Ideals
F 6th
. Obligatory Duties
Small Animals
Sickness
12th
. Benevolent activities
Large Animals
Confinements

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SIGNS:
A Aries Self Centered
Impatient
Self –Willed
Irresponsible
Libra Social
Tolerant
Disciplined
Responsible
B Taurus Compilier
Love of Comforts
Contented
Love of Possessions
Patient
Scorpio Investigative
Self- Sacrificing
Intropective
Love of Power
Tactful
C Gemini Sense of Nearness
Superficial
Salesman
Statistical
Reasonable
Sagittarius Far Reaching
Depth
Propagandist
Truth Seeker
Intuitive
D Cancer Introspective

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Love of Home
Sentimental
Dutiful
Capricorn Ambitious
Lover of Public Life
Realistic
Lover of Fame
E Leo Individualist
Self Confident
Autocrat
Aquarius Communist
Organizer
Individual
Independence
F Virgo Practical
Punctual
Serviceful
Pisces Sensitive
Irregular
Dreamy

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PLANETS
A Moon Growth
Fludic
Motherhood
Saturn Contraction
Concrete
Fatherhood
B Sun Spirit
Eternity
Life
Saturn Matter
Time
Death
C Mercury Reason
Fact
Logic
Jupiter Inspiration
Idea
Judgement
E Mars Initiative
Electric
Effortive
Venus Receptive
Magnetic
Attractive

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Significance of a Horoscope
The twelve signs of the Zodiac form the basic clock relating to the journey of the
Sun through the heavens, a cycle that takes a year to complete. This astrological
year starts in the late March at the time when the Sun enters Aries . Thereafter the
signs change at monthly intervals. The Zodiac is divided into twelve Signs or
Rashi’s . Theoretically each sign is of 30. Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac ;
followed by Taurus and the others.
The Zodiac chart is the map of the heavens at the time of the event is under
reference. Hence the birth chart is the map of the heavens at the time of the birth at
the given place of birth of the child and is known as the “Birth Chart”. The rising
sign at the time of the birth is known as the Ascendant and signifies the East
direction and is also the 1st
. house of the horoscope. The sign opposite the
ascendant is known as the descendent, is the West direction and is the 7th
. House of
the horoscope. The sign at the top and at right angles to the ascendant is the known
as the Mid heaven ,is the South direction and the 10th
. House . The sign opposite
the Mid heaven is known as the Nadir , is the North direction and the 4th
. House.
Signs : They indicate the trend and the quality of the human mind. They confer
power to resist against odd environments or circumstances.
Houses: They denote the environment, circumstances and conditions of human
life. Each house has its own specialties. Each sign is a content and each house is a
transparent receptable . This content when put into the house gives a special
quality to it. The beginning of the house is known as the Cusp of the house . The
house extends from the cusp of the house to the cusp of the next house. However
the
Indian tradition to call cusp as “ Bhava Madhya “ is now accepted by Western
Astrologers also, that being the most sensitive point of the House.
Planets: The human mind is influenced by planets according to their inherent
tendencies and the way their influence works in every walk in life. Desirable
influence is felt under good aspects while undesirable influence is experienced
under bad aspects or afflications – a planet in bad aspect is termwed as a planet in
afflication or afflicated or afflicting.

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Triplicities
There are three signs falling in each of the 4
elements hence known as Triplicities
The 4 Elements (tatvas) are
Fire, Earth, Air, & Water
Fire Signs (Agni): Restless, Energetic, Optimistic, & Assertive. (Also
known as Meshadi rasi) Aries Leo Sagittarius
Earth Sign ( Pruthvi ): Practical , Sensual , Persevering & Reserved.( Also
known as Makaradi rasi ) Capricorn Taurus Virgo
Air Sign (Vayu): Objective, Sociable,Independent, & Mentally active.( Also
known as Tuladi rasi) Libra Aquarius Gemini
Water Sign ( Jal ): Emotional , Sensitive & Intuitive
( Also known as Karkadi rasi ) Cancer Scorpio Pisces

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Signs in the same triplicity are in trine
Fire
Water
Air
Earth

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Planets in Fire Signs
Live in a highly excited state,
Inspired activity,
And maintaining the state of being
Is crucial for the fire signs
To stay healthy and happy
Planets in Earth Signs
Are grounded in physical reality;
The material world and considerations
Are related to security & achievement
Motivate their behavior
More than anything else.
Planets in Air Signs
Live in the abstract realm of thought
A thought for them is real
As any material object
Planets in Water Signs
Live in the feelings
It is their emotional state
That determines their behavior
Than anything else

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QUADRUPLICITIES
There are four signs falling in the 3 characteristic and hence
known as Quadruplets. The Three Qualities (Characteristic)
are Cardinal, Fixed & Mutable.
Anything that requires needs move should be in the Movable Sign. Anything that
requires Permancey should be in the Fixed Sign.
Cardinal sign ( Movable or Chara ): Enterprising, Self Motivated, like to
initiate and involve themselves in a project.
Fixed Sign ( Sthira ): Detrmined Loyal and often resist change.
Mutable sign ( Common or Dwiswabhava ): Adaptable, Flexible ,
unpredictable and Stimulated by new ideas.
Signs in the same quadruplicity are in square or opposition
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POLARITIES
There are six signs in each polarity
The Two Polarities / Sex are Masculine / Positive and Feminine / Negative.
Masculine or Odd Signs: If most of the planets or points occupy these Signs
the native is more masculine in appearance and by nature, even though a
female. They are also called cruel or fierce signs
Female or Even Sign: If most of the planets or points occupy these Signs the
native is more gentle and feminine in appearance and by nature, even though
a male. They are also called as gentle or saumya signs.
Thus the above can be summarized as
FIRE EARTH AIR WATER
CARDINAL Aries Capricorn Libra Cancer
FIXED Leo Taurus Aquarius Scorpio
MUTUABLE Sagittarius Virgo Gemini Pisces
Profession Kshatiyas Shudras Vaishnavas Brahmins
Gender Positive Negative Positive Negative
The Trinity of the Zodiac
Aries, Taurus and Gemini form the Intellectual Trinity
Cancer, Leo and Virgo form the Maternal Trinity
Libra, Scorpio and Sagittarius form the Reproductive Trinity
Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces form the Serving Trinity

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Forms of Signs
Quadrupeds (4 legged) - Aries, Taurus, Capricorn and Later half of
Sagittarius.
Bipeds (2 legged / Human) - Gemini, Virgo, Libra & 1st
. half of Sagittarius
and Aquarius.
Keetapeds (Reptiles) - Scorpio, Pisces & Cancer.
Planets and Aspects
Aspects indicate opportunities and situations, either easy or difficult, which arise in
life. Good aspects bring favourable opportunities or situations; whilst bad / hard
aspects create difficult situations. But they do not obstruct progress or success in
life.
Geometrical relationships between planets are called aspects. These relationships
affect and modify the energies of the planets concerned. Some aspects have been
shown to generate problematic events in our lives, while others seem to smooth the
path with relation to the areas governed by the planets, signs and houses
concerned.
Should a planet have difficult aspects, or be in an unsympathetic position in the
zodiac, it is said to be afflicted. Its negative characteristics may be exhibited on
occasions through unfortunate personality traits, or through difficult circumstances
arising in your life. Should it have favourable aspects, however, its effects will be
more beneficial.
Difficult aspects, especially to the "malefic" (dangerous) planets, are often quite
problematic and can even be catastrophic in their effects. They are, naturally
enough, more conducive to personal development, for they tend to generate
complex results requiring considerable interpretation and self-analysis, while
favourable aspects more often produce simple effects which are easy to
understand. In any case, the chart must be viewed as a whole, for positive and
negative characteristics may cancel each other out, or appear in mitigated forms,
according to circumstances depending upon other factors.

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Aspects usually described as difficult are :-
opposition (180° apart on the chart circle)
square (90°)
semi-square (45°)
sesqui-quadrate (135°)
quincunx or inconjunct (150°) and
contra-parallel (opposition of declension, or latitude).
Favourable aspects are :-
trine (120°)
sextile (60°)
semi-sextile (30°) and
parallel (conjunction in latitude).
Conjunction (0°) may be favourable, difficult, or both, depending to a great degree
upon the nature of the planets involved.
Other aspects can be important in certain circumstances, as can the midpoints
between planets, along with a number of other sensitive positions on the charts, but
they are beyond the scope of the present discussion.

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HOW THE ASPECTS EXPRESS
Conjuction o
Sign Express
through
Prominence Effect
Semi-sextile 300
1 growth Slightly
Good
Sextile 600
2 opportunity Good
Square 900
3 obstacle Bad/hard
Trine 1200
4 luck Very Good
Inconjunct 1500
5 expansion Slightly
Bad
Semi-square 450
1.5 friction Slightly
Bad
Opposition 1800
6 separation Very Bad
Sesquiquadrate 1350
4.5 agitation Slightly
Bad
Conjuction / parallel
in declination
00
same
intensity Mixed
When the aspect is formed between Sun or Moon and another planet 10 orb
may be allowed and between Sun and Moon – an orb of 12
When swifter of the two planets is going towards an aspect – it is an
applying aspect and it is separating after completion.
A separating aspect is stronger than an applying aspect. You can resist the
evils of a separating aspect but it is not possible to resist against the evils of an
applying bad aspect.
When two planets occupy the same degree of declination, whether N or S ,
they are in parallel position. Like the conjunction , its nature is variable and
an Orb of only 1 is allowed.

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THE GRAND CROSS
The Grand Cross, as its name implies, incorporates planets in square and
opposition to each other and involves all four sign of a particular quality –
Cardinal, Fixed or Mutable. It is sometimes referred to as a “Dilemma’, in that
when it is triggered – especially by a transiting planet-everything seems to happen
at once. As a result, people with this tricky combination often seems to lurch from
crisis to crisis as if their mettle is constantly being tested. Buy if and when they
finally master their formidable energies, they may be capable of quite exceptional
result. People with a cardinal grand cross have tremendous drive and energy, but
also meet with a great deal of resistance in achieving their aims. While they may
blame others for the frustration they experience, may of it is self – induced , for
they seldom plan or think carefully before they act and insist on doing everything
their own way. Those with a Fixed Grand Cross Tend to do everything within
their considerable power to keep things as they are . valuing reliability and
preservation above all else, they will passionately hold out against anything or
anyone who tries to upset their sense of order ; when change inevitably comes it is
usually dramatic and sudden. Mutable grand cross types have n o difficulty
accepting change – infact, this is their problem. Rather then face a challenge they
tend to alter their course in the vain hope that by changing their external
circumstances, they can avoid unwanted difficulties. The lesson they have to learn
is that their conflicts arise from within, as a result of a lack of consistency and
tendency to spread themselves too thinly.
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THE GRAND TRINE
The Grand Trine consists of a triangle of three or more planets
– including sensitive points such as the Ascendant and MC –
which all make trine aspects to each other in one of the
Elements (Fire, Earth, Air, Water). Traditionally, the Grand
Trine was thought to be extremely fortunate, but the modern
view is that on its own it may be too fortunate. Since it shows
natural talents which usually emerge early on in life, there may
be a tendency to take these gifts for granted an and
corresponding lack of resolve to develop them. The effects are
much more positive when one or more of the planets in Grand
Trine also makes a hard aspect - such as a square or
opposition – to another planet. This stiffens the ‘ easy come,
easy go’ attitude, urging the subject to put more effort into
channeling their planetary energies purposefully. A more
common version of a Grand Trine is the minor Grand Trine is
the minor grand trine, which occurs when two planets trine
each other and at the same time makes a sextile aspect to
another planet. The effects are similar but often more
dynamic since the sextile introduces a sense of perseverance
that may other be lacking.
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The Stellium
A Stellium (also known as Satellitium) is an aspect pattern made up of three or
more planets which are either in the same sign or in the same house (although if
they are only in the same house and their signs are different , the effect is less
intense.). the group of planets form a chain of conjunctions, so that while the first
and last planets in the chain may not be in aspect to each other, they are joined
through their conjunctions to the planets in between. The effect is to exaggerate
the qualities of the sign(s) and house (s) in which the stellium falls – although
sometimes overpoweringly so, at the expenses of any planets which do not happen
to aspect this relatively common configuration.
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The T‐square
The T-Square-an opposition with one (or more) planets
squaring both ends – is similar to the Grand Cross, expect that
it has one ‘arm’ missing. It is held to be easier to handle than
the Grand Cross, for the empty arm offers an escape route
and creates less of a feeling of being torn four ways. The
tensions sets up can also be released through any planet(s)
which makes sextile or trine aspects to one of the planets
within it.
The same sorts of dilemmas apply to the Cardinal, Fixed and
Mutable qualities of the T-Square as to the Grand Cross.
However, because the planetary energies are not as prone to
being bottled up, people with this combination usually manage
to sort out their inner problems more easily.
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The finger of Fate (Yod)
The finger of fate (Yod) is a rare pattern in which two planets in sextile
to one another are both quincunx (150 Deg.) to a third. The Yod takes
its name from the Hebrew meaning ‘blessed’ and is reputed to have a
quality of fate about it – in other words, the planets and houses involved
point to a certain direction in life. This is not an easy pattern to work
with, but if the tensions it shows can be resolved, great achievements are
possible.
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The Mystic Rectangle
The mystic rectangle is a complex pattern consisting of t wo oppositions,
the ends of which form sextiles or trine to each other. Because of its
shape, the flow of energy may be limited to the soft aspects, missing out
the hard ones altogether and leaving important issues unresolved, as with
the Grand Trine. However, if the oppositions are integrated, the blend
of hard and soft aspects can result in the kind of dynamic tensions that
enables peoples to develop their natural abilities to the full.
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The kite
The kite occurs whenever three planets in a Grand Trine link upto another which
opposes one and is sextile to the other two. Its effect is much the same as the
Mystic Rectangle in that the many soft aspects can lead to a reluctance to face the
difficulties shown by the planets in hard aspect. But again, if the issues shown by
the opposition are confronted, the potential rewards are high.
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DISSOCIATE PATTERNS
A Dissociate Grand Trine occurs when one planet of the triangle falls in
a different element from the other two. This can only happen when the
planets involved are either very near the end or at the beginning of their
respective signs. Because one of the planets in this configurati9on falls
in an inharmonious sing, the flow of energy is less stable than the pure
Grand Trine. The errant planet introduces a quality of tensions 0 rather
like a square 0 to the aspect pattern, and offers a greater chance of using
the planets collective energies assertively. Dissociate Grand Cross and
T-Squares are also softer versions of their pure forms. At least one
planet in the configuration falls in a different quality to the others, and
consequently tones down the overall level of tension. The same
principles apply to all dissociate aspect patterns.
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The Planets
Astrologically, each sign symbolises certain specific characteristics in
nature and, as the planets move through the signs, they stimulate (or
perhaps simply reflect) reactions in the individual
Each planet symbolises particular sides of your character; for example, Mars stands for
action and passion, Jupiter stands for fortune and higher thought and so on. Planets are
located symbolically in the chart: the signs and houses filter their energies through the
planets.
The Sun passes through one sign a month on its annual passage around
the Zodiac.
Other planets, because they actually orbit the Sun, seem to travel rather
erratically through the Zodiac. This is really an illusion, generated by our
changing earthly perspective with respect to the planets' placement in
their orbits, but it does have some interesting effects. From time to time,
all planets except the Sun and Moon slow to a halt ("station") and then
begin to move backwards through the Zodiac. This phase is called
retrograde motion.
The Planets can be divided as under
The Sun and the Moon – also known as the lights
Inferior planets namely – Mercury and Venus followed by the
Superior planets namely – Mars , Jupiter and Saturn
The two shadowy planets – The Nodes of the Moon – Rahu and Ketu
The Extra Saturnian planets namely- Uranus, Neptune and Pluto

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The Sun (Sol)
Rules: Leo
Exalted: Aries
Detriment: Aquarius
Fall: Libra
Exalted Degree: 19 Aries
Principle: vitality , sense of individuality; creative energy;
radiant inner self (attainments of sour); essential values.
Urges represented :urge to be and to create.
Needs symbolized: Needs to be recognized and to express self.
Positive expression : Radiation of spirit; creative and loving
pouring of self.
Negative expressions : Pride, Arrogance; Excessive desire to be
special.
The Sun, the life-giving heart of our solar system, rules will and individuality.
It is the core of your potential and uniqueness as an individual: who you are
and what you are about. It represents the main direction and focus you want
your life to take and your determination to accomplish what you set out to do.
The Sun's position in your horoscope demonstrates the depth of your personal
honesty and integrity, the ability to command respect and authority, to
impress and influence others. It indicates the stamp of your character, the
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As significator denoted vitality, energy, ambition, love of reputation,
glory and immortality.
In the physical body the sun is sympathetic or representative of the
heart.
In the head it is representative of the eyes.
In the soul it is representative of the power of love.
In the mind it is representative of the understanding and the will to
achieve one’s purpose.
If the sun is close to the meridian then the functions of ambition for
power, honour and glory are emphasized; if the sun be close to the
horizon, then the functions of vitality, energy and capacity to achieve
are emphasized.
In Fire Sign
• basically motivated by inspiration and aspirations.
• Recharges energy through vigorous, physically demanding activity and
by pursuing new visions for the future.
In Earth Sign
• Basically motivated by material needs and practicality.
• Recharges energy through working with the physical world, being
productive, feeding the senses.

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In Air Sign
• Basically motivated by intellectual concepts and
social ideals.
• Recharges energy through social involvement and
intellectual stimulation.
In Water Sign
• Basically motivated by deep emotional yearnings
and desires.
• Recharges energy through intense emotional experience and intimate
involvement with people.

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The Moon (Luna)
Rules: Cancer
Exalted: Taurus
Detriment: Capricorn
Fall: Scorpio
Exalted Degree: 3 Taurus
Principle :Reaction , Subconscious predisposition, Feeling about
self (self-image), Conditional Responses.
Urges represented : Urge to feel inner support; Domestic and
Emotional Security .
Needs symbolized : Need for emotional Tranquility and sense of
belonging, Need to feel right about self.
Positive Expression: Responsiveness, inner contentment; flowing;
adaptable sense of self.
Negative expression: over sensitivity; insecurity, inaccurate;
inhibiting self of self.
The Moon reflects the power of the inner light, channeling -
molding it into the shape of your personality. While the Sun stands for the
character, or ego-self, the Moon displays your nature in a way that can be
grasped by the outer world. Ruling desire as opposed to self, or need as
opposed to reason, she indicates your feelings about yourself; how you handle
relationships and your emotional response to situations&experiences.
The Moon manages the flow of your daily functions: physical, emotional and
mental. The Moon symbolizes your home base and domestic environment,
representing babies and young children, your mother and other important
women in your life.

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• As significator represents the emotional nature, the feelings, the
sentiments and the habit forming mind.
• In early life it represents the mother, in a male horoscope it represents
the wife in adulthood.
• In any horoscope it always has significance as relating to family affairs.
• In the physical body it governs the glandular body.
In Fire Sign
• Reacts to changing experiences witty direct action and enthusiasm.
• Feels comfortable when expressing confidence and strength.
In Earth Sign
• Reacts to changing experiences witty steadiness and
stability.
• Feels comfortable with self when being productive and working towards
goals.
In Air Sign
• Reacts to changing experiences witty forethought and objective
evaluation.
• Feels comfortable witty self when expressing ideas & interacting.
In Water Sign
• Reacts to changing experiences witty sensitivity and emotion.
• Feels comfortable with self when feelings are deeply involved.

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Moon's Nodes
In astrology, the Moon's Nodes are not planets in the strict astronomical
sense, but rather sensitive points on the ecliptic, where the Moon crosses from
north to south latitude and vice versa. The body of the "energy dragon" is the
fourth-dimensional path of the Moon by declination, as she weaves her web
around the earth. The nodes are commonly known as the Dragon's Head
(Caput Draconisin Latin), the North Node, and Dragon's Tail (Cauda
Draconis), the South Node, although in Indian Astrology they are known as
Rahu and Ketu. The Dragon's Head, a "shadow planet" exalted in Gemini, is
considered benefic (good), whilst the Dragon's Tail, exalted in Sagittarius, is
considered malefic (evil) in influence. Their motion is normally retrograde at
the rate of roughly one degree every 19 days (compare the 19 year cycle of
lunation); periods of direct motion are therefore considered unfortunate.
The Dragon's Head (North Node): Rahu
Rules: Virgo & Aquarius.
Exalted: Gemini & Taurus.
Detriment: Pisces & Leo.
Fall: Sagittarius & Scorpio
Aspects to the North Node concern or affect relationships to prevailing trends,
attitudes and opportunities. The Dragon's Head represents your karmic
objectives in this lifetime. It points the way towards soul growth and
evolution. The sign holding your Dragon's Head reveals the flavour of your
karma in this lifetime, while its house placement shows the area of life in
which you need to develop, or become conscious of this karma. Positive
aspects to the Dragon's Head are generally favourable from the benefics
(Venus and Jupiter), Sun, Moon and Mercury, whilst sextile or trine from
Mars, Uranus, Saturn, Neptune and Pluto also have beneficial effects. Square
and opposition from the benefics and conjunction, square and opposition from
the malefics are unfortunate, according to the matters signified by house and
planet afflicted.

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The Dragon's Tail (South Node): Ketu
Rules: Pisces & Scorpio
Exalted: Sagittarius & Scorpion
Detriment: Virgo & Taurus
Fall: Gemini & Taurus
Aspects to the Dragon's Tail display the results of innate unconscious
tendencies and karmic patterns as they emerge in the life. They tend to be
separative and destructive. Any aspect to the South Node from any planet is
unfortunate for matters to do with the house and planet activated thereby.
Past life hangovers are represented by the position and aspects of the
Dragon's Tail.

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Mercury
Rules: Gemini & Virgo.
Exalted: Virgo.
Detriment: Sagittarius & Pisces.
Fall: Pisces.
Exalted Degree: 15 Virgo
Principle : Communication, Conscious mind (i.e., logical or
rational, mind),
Urge represented :Urge to express one’s perceptions &
Intelligence through skill or speech.
Needs symbolized : Need to establish connections with others,
need to learn.
Positive Expression : Creative use of s kill or intelligence, reason
and power of discrimination used to serve higher ideals; ability
to come to agreement through objective understanding and clear
verbal expression.
Negative Expression: Misuse of skill or intelligence; amorality
through rationalization of anything; opinionated and one-sided
“communication”.
Mercury symbolizes mentality: your intellect and mental outlook, the way you
think and communicate. This fast-moving planet stands for ideas, methods
and information, especially as expressed through communication and media.
Through its ruler ship of your hands, Mercury indicates your manual
dexterity and mechanical skills.
Mercury also governs transportation: how you get where you're going, both
physically and mentally. Are you a hare, or a tortoise? Mercury's position in
your chart will tell all!

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• Acts on the perspective and intellectual faculties.
• Stimulates curiosity about things and desire for knowledge
• Directions to strong aspects of mercury promote business activity,
desire for travel and promotes interest and success in learning.
• Unfortunate acts of mercury denote carelessness or poor judgment in
speaking, writing and in the carrying on of business.
• Malefic planets afflicting mercury by arcs of direction denote loss in
business of fraud, deception, lying and slander and warn the native to
beware of being outwitted. Under such influences servants or employees
may act adversely to the native’s interests, either from fumbling or
dishonesty.
In Fire Sign
• Thoughts are influenced by one’s aspirations, beliefs, hopes and future
visions.
• Skills and speech are expressed impulsively7, demonstratively, and
enthusiastically.
In Earth Sign
• Thoughts are influenced by practical considerations and colored by
traditional attitude.
• Skills & speech are expressed persistently, patiently with caution and
specifically.

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In Air Sign
• Thoughts are real things in themselves and are influenced by abstract
ideals and social considerations.
• Skills and speech h are expressed objectively, articulately and with
understanding of the principle involved.
In Water Sign
• Thoughts are influenced by one’s deep feelings and yearnings.
• Skills and speech are expressed sensitively, emotionally, and intuitively.

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Venus
Rules: Taurus & Libra
Exalted: Pisces
Detriment: Aries & Scorpio
Fall: Virgo
Exalted Degree: 27 Pisces
Principle : Emotionally coloured tastes; values. exchange of
energy with others through giving of self and receiving from
others, sharing.
Urges Represented : Social and love urge; urge to express affection; urge for
pleasures.
Needs Symobolised: need to feel close to one another; need to feel comfort and
harmony; need to give self’s emotion.
Feels love and closeness with another through sharing vigorous activities and
mutual aspirations and enthusiasm
Positive expression : Love - Give and take with others, Sharing,
Generosity of spirit.
Negative expression: affection and appreciation are expressed
energetically, directly and grandly.
Feels love and closeness with another through commitment and building a life
together, as well as through sensual pleasure and sharing responsibilities.
Venus, the goddess of love, represents female relationships and social
interactions at every level. She rules your social attitudes and behavior, along
with your aesthetic tastes and inclinations.
Venus indicates your values. Her placement describes your inclination toward
romance, marriage and other partnerships, capacity for humor, and the
pursuit of pleasure.
From a romantic point of view, Venus in a man's chart shows the kinds of
women most likely to desire, whilst her placement in a woman's chart
indicates the ways in which the subject is likely to present herself to attract
the interest of romantic partners.

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In ancient mythology, Venus, the beautiful love goddess, was always getting
up to something with Mars, the fierce god of war. None of the other gods
could ever work out what the lovely Venus saw in the headstrong, arrogant
Mars, but she certainly fancied him, no matter what anyone else said or
thought.
• Represents the emotions of sympathy, love, sex attraction, love of
beauty, refinement and culture, appreciation of art, luxury and of
civilization; harmony with family relations and obedience to law,
convention and propriety.
• Good aspects to Venus bring happiness, prosperity, enjoyment and
pleasures. If the native is of marriageable age, they favor marriage, if
the native is married they favor birth of children.
• When Venus is afflicted by aspects trouble, scandal, disease and
discredit may come through women or family relations, or loss will
occur in dealing with Venusians subjects or occupations. Bad aspects to
Venus induce extravagance or unbecoming conduct. Such aspects are
warnings to restrain the emotions, purify the desires and culture the
mind by cultivating pure tastes.
In Fire Sign
• Affection and appreciation are expressed energetically, directly and grandly.
In Earth Sign
• Affections and appreciation are expressed tangibly, dependably and physically.
In Air Sign
• Affection and appreciation are expressed though intense intellectual communication
and a sense of companionship.
• Feels love and closeness with another through verbal sharing, a meeting of minds,
mutually pleasant socializing.
In Water Signs
• Affection and appreciation are expressed emotionally and sympathetically. Feels
love and closeness with another through interchange of sensitivity and feelings on a
subtle level, leading to a feeling of deep merging.

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Mars
Rules: Aries & Scorpio
Exalted: Capricorn
Detriment: Libra & Taurus
Fall: Cancer
Exalted Degree: 28 Capricorn
Principle desire : Wills towards actions, Initiative ,
Physical energy, Drive.
Urge represented :Self-assertive and aggressive urge; Sex urge, Urge to act decisively.
Asserts self through direct physical action; Initiative and outgoing radiation of energy,
Uses power and Initiative. Physical energy stimulated by constant movement, Confident
Enthusiasm and Dynamic action.
Positive expression: Courage, Initiative, Will power Consciously directed
towards legitimate aim.
Negative expression :Impatience, Violence, Improper use of force or
threat.
Mars, the god of warriors, rules physical energy and efforts. His placement in
your chart expresses the strength and direction of the physical force that
drives your ego. Mars fires your emotions, but also powers your mental
endeavors and communicative skills. The red planet governs energy, strength,
courage, life force and expansion.
Mars describes male relationships and associations, risk-taking inclinations,
and the physical challenges you are likely to encounter. Well-placed, Mars
endows powerful energy and an indomitable will to succeed, but when poorly
placed can mean accidents, injuries or other forms of violence, according to
the inclinations of the sign and house concerned.
From a romantic point of view, Mars in a woman's chart shows the most
desired kinds of men, whilst his placement in a man's chart indicates the
activities or mode of action undertaken in pursuit of romantic inclinations and
desires.
In ancient mythology, Venus, the beautiful love goddess, was always getting
up to something with Mars, the fierce god of war. None of the other gods
could ever work out what the lovely Venus saw in the headstrong, arrogant
Mars, but she certainly fancied him, no matter what anyone else said or
thought.

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Governs the red corpuscles of he blood. His nature is drying and heating. He gives bodily
vigour, ability, courage and combativeness. He strengthens the desires, the appetites and
the passions. He gives success through enterprise, daring, adventure, combat, attention to
material means and practical details. He excels in overcoming obstacles, either natural or
human, more by forcefulness than by craft or strategy, unless indeed he be assisted by
some other planet denoting craft and strategy, as for example, mercury, Saturn or Uranus.
Mars is a very necessary element in most of the practical affairs of life. Without mars
humanity would be unable to function in any cold environment.
In Fire Sign
• Asserts self through direct physical action
• Initiative and outgoing radiation of energy.
• Uses power and initiative.
• Physical energy stimulated by constant movement, confidence,
enthusiasm, and dynamic action
In Earth Sign
• Asserts self though concrete achievement requiring patience and
persistence.
• Physical energy stimulated by hard work; self-discipline, challenge and
duty.
In Earth Sign
• Asserts self though expression of ideas, active communication and
energetic imagination.
• Physical energy stimulated by mental challenges, social activism,
relationship and new ideas.
In Water Sign
• Asserts self though emotional subtlety and persistence, and by appealing
to deeper feelings and needs of others.
• Physical energy stimulated by deep yearnings, feelings needed by
others; subtle intuitions and intensity of emotional experience.

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Jupiter
Rules: Sagittarius & Pisces
Exalted: Cancer
Detriment: Gemini & Virgo
Fall: Capricorn
Exalted Degree: 15 Cancer
Principle :Expansion , Grace
Urges represented : Urge towards a larger order or to connect self , Need
to improve self.
Needs symbolized : Need for faith, trust and confidence in life and self ,
Need to improve self.
Positive expression: Faith, Reliance on higher power or greater plan;
Openness to grace; Optimism, Openness to self’s need for improvement.
Negative expression : Overconfidence; laziness; scattering energy; leaving
the work to others; irresponsibility; overextending self or promising too
much.
Jupiter is masculine, disciplined, co-operative and priestly. He rules the potential for
growth and expansion on many levels: physical, intellectual, spiritual, cultural, and the
accumulation of material assets, power and status. Jupiter describes your optimism and
aspirations.
Jupiter is a giant self-illuminating planet, radiating more energy than it receives, in
keeping with his role as lord and teacher of the gods. Traditionally described as the greater
fortune, Jupiter governs joy, luck and well-being. When well-aspected, he provides superb
opportunities for expansion and success. Poorly aspected, he generates over-confidence and
foolhardy actions with little care for the consequences.
Jupiter spends about a year in each sign, taking twelve years to complete the journey
through all twelve signs.
• In the lowest aspect of human consciousness represents the love or desire for wealth,
ease and desire of material means. Jupiter bestows on the individual not only the
desire for wealth but also judgment and intelligence to obtain wealth and the sense
of responsibility to conserve it.
• In the higher aspects of human consciousness, Jupiter represents benevolence,
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• In the highest aspects of human consciousness, Jupiter bestows wisdom, knowledge
of divine things, reverence and spirituality.
• As a significator Jupiter stimulates the development of judgment and benevolence.
• Jupiter preserves the life, safeguards the health, prevents accidents or renders them
harmless, gives honour, bestows power and wealth.
• In the highly developed he gives steadfast faith and the assistance of the highest
order of spiritual world.
In Fire Sign
• Inner faith comes with one who is outgoing, enthusiastic, assertive, and physically
active.
• Opportunities are stimulated when one takes risks to express one and try new
things.
In Earth Sign
• Inner faith comes when one tunes into practicality, dependability, and the
experiences of the senses.
• Opportunities are stimulated when one works hard, assumes responsibilities and
tunes into nature and its rhythm.
In Air Sign
• Inner faith stimulated though exploring new ideas, communicating with new people,
and social improvement.
• Opportunities come when one expresses ideas, enthusiasm and interacts with others
for a future goal.
In Water Sign
• Inner faith is stimulated through depth of emotional experience and though positive
expression of one’s compassion and imagination.
• Opportunities come when one is sensitive and caring towards others, and when one
intuitively follows one’s inner yearnings.

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Saturn
Rules: Capricorn & Aquarius
Exalted: Libra
Detriment: Cancer & Leo
Fall: Aries
Exalted Degree: 21 Libra
Principle : Contraction, Effort.
Urges represented: Urge to defend self’s structure and Integrity;
Urge toward safety and security though tangible achievement.
Positive expression: Disciplined effort, Acceptance of duties and
responsibilities, Patience, Organisation, Reliability.
Negative Expression: Self- restriction through too much reliance
on self and lack of faith , rigidity , coldness, defensiveness ,
grappling inhibition , fearfulness and negativity.
Saturn, the grim reaper, rules responsibilities, restrictions and limitations you
are apt to encounter, and the lessons you must learn in life. He does not deny
or diminish imagination, inspiration, spirituality, or good fortune, but he does
demand that these things be given structure and meaning.
The karmic lessons we have come to experience and overcome in this lifetime
are expressed by Saturn. He spends around two and a half years in each sign,
taking about twenty-nine years on his journey through all the signs. Each
twenty-nine years naturally presents us with the challenge to rise to new levels
of awareness, or face the consequences of having failed to gain the wisdom
required so to do.
• Denotes necessity for obedience to law. Necessity is the mother of
invention.
• Teaches the value of labour, of patience, intelligence and economical use
of time and material.
• Without Saturn men would lack bones, teeth, hearing, hair and skin.
• Saturn protects and limits the soul till it is capable of leaving its earthly
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In Fire signs
• Need to stabilize one’s identity and express creative energy with more
regularity and objectivity.
• Effort should be put into mastering the physical world and developing a
systematic approach.
In Earth Sign
• Needs to stabilize ones efficiency and precession in work and in
handling daily responsibility.
• Efforts should be put to mastering the physical world and developing a
systematic approach.
In Air Signs
• Need to stabilize one’s thinking and discipline one’s mind without
lapsing into negative thinking.
• Effort should be put into indicating clearly and practically as well as
effectively handling social responsibilities with sincerity while still
maintaining a detached perspective.
In Water Signs
• Need to stabilize one’s emotions and sensitivities, expressing feelings
while simultaneously developing more detachment from them.
• Effort should e put into expressing feeling with self-acceptance while
disciplining over-sensitivity.
• Denotes necessity for obedience to law. Necessity is the mother of
invention.
• Teaches the value of labour, of patience, intelligence and economical use
of time and material.
• Without Saturn men would lack bones, teeth, hearing, hair and skin.
• Saturn protects and limits the soul till it is capable of leaving its earthly
conditions and entering its spiritual heritage.

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Uranus
Rules: Aquarius
Exalted: Scorpio
Detriment: Leo
Fall: Taurus
Exalted Degree: 23 Scorpio
Principle : Individualistic freedom, freedom of self ego
Urges represented: urge towards differentiation ,originality independence
form tradition
Needs Symbolised :need for social approval ,need to rely on one’s own
resources and work.
Positive expression: Attunement to truth; originality Inventiveness,
Directed experimentation ,respect for freedom.
Negative expression: Willfulness, restless impatience; constant need for
excitement and purposeless change; rebellion; extremism.
Uranus, the planet of sudden and unexpected changes, rules freedom and originality. In
society it rules radical ideas and people, as well as revolutionary events that upset
established structures.
The personal implications of Uranus in your life are shown by its house position and its
aspects with other planets in your chart. It describes areas of unpredictability and
difference. Being highly unorthodox, Uranus identifies the unusual or unique. Friends and
associations to which you belong are indicated, as is your potential involvement with
arcane studies, science and technology, computers, and the media.
Uranus, one of the outer, transpersonal planets, takes around seven years to transit one
sign, or about 84 years to move through all twelve signs. Groups of people with Uranus in
the same sign are separated by 84 years, so the influence of this planet is primarily
generational.

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Neptune
Rules: Pisces
Exalted: Cancer
Detriment: Virgo
Fall: Capricorn
Exalted Degree: 3 Cancer
Principle : transcendent freedom; unification; freedom from self ego
Urges represented : urge to escape from the limitations of one’s self and
of the material world.
Needs symbolised : Need to experience a oneness with life a complete
merger with the whole
Positive expression: Attunement with the whole realisaton of spiritual
dimension of experience; all-encompassing compassion living an ideal.
Negative expression: Self-destructive escapism ,evasion of
responsibilities and refusal to face one’s motives and to commit self to
anything.
Neptune, the planet of deception and spiritual enlightenment, rules the oppressed and
abandoned: the misfits of society. On a higher level it rules visionaries, and those who are
glamorous and charismatic. It represents spirituality, mysticism, and ideals.
Speaking personally, Neptune's house position and its aspects with other planets in your
chart will describe spirituality, abstract thinking, illusion, disillusionment, and areas of
your life where things aren't always what they seem. It rules derangement, guilt,
persecution and describes the potential for experiences related to confinement,
abandonment, and addiction or physical intolerance to drugs and alcohol.
Neptune, one of the outer, transpersonal planets, spends about thirteen years in each sign,
taking around 164 years to move through all twelve signs. Since 164 years separate people
born during its transit of one sign and those born when it returns, Neptune's significance in
any sign is described as generational or historical.

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Uranus & Neptune:
• Are frequently regarded as malefic, but this opinion is derived from a
shallow and shortsighted views of character and purpose.
• The evil they bring is caused by the ignoring of their proper purpose or
by warping their forces into improper hand of activity.
• Both Uranus and Neptune are spiritual planets and act to develop and
hasten human evolution.
• When an individual’s evolution is retarded Uranus and Neptune act to
remove the hindrances or obstructions. The hindrances to evolution are
ignorance, greed, laziness, lust, tyranny, and prejudices. Therefore, the
institutions, habits or characteristics to which these vices are attached
are the ones apt to be assaulted or overthrown by Uranus or Neptune.
• Obstinate refusal to consider or apply spiritual principles to the life may
cause these transcendental planets to act with tremendous malevolence
in the life, either to limit the life from useless indulgence or to fee the life
from shackles binding it to useless hindrances. Considered from a
physical standpoint Uranus and Neptune may be compared to high
frequency electric phenomenon, requiring for its control extraordinary
precaution in insulation and proper grounding.
• Neptune’s vibrations are of such high frequency that they tend to break
down the insulation in the brain cells and nerve fibers of the body unless
a proper outlet it found for its activities. This is cause of the chaos or
confusion or frequently ascribed to Neptune.

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Pluto
Rules: Scorpio
Exalted: Leo
Detriment: Taurus
Fall: Aquarius
Exalted Degree: 15 Leo
Principle : Transformation; Transmutation; Elimination
Urges represented : urge towards total Rebirth, Urge to penetrate to the
core of experience
Needs symbolized :need to refine self; need to go off the old though plain.
Positive Expression : Acceptance of the need to focus one’s mind and will
power on one’s own transformation; having the courage to face one’s
deepest desires and compulsion and to transmute them through effort
and intensity of experience
Negative Experience :compulsive expression of subconscious cravings;
willful manipulation of others to serve one’s own ends, ruthlessly using
any means to avoid the plain of facing one’s self; infatuation with power.
Pluto, the lord of the underworld, symbolises the forces of deep transformation in our lives.
A slow-moving planet, Pluto's influence is in general most clearly noticeable as it
distinguishes one generation from the next.
In your personal life, Pluto's significance is found in its house position and the aspects it
makes to other planets in your chart. Pluto rules intense energy, signifying the areas in
which you consciously or subconsciously seek to exercise power or control. Pluto, linked to
your karmic responsibility, also indicates those areas where you need to gain deepest level
of understanding. the
The outermost known planet in our system, Pluto completes its journey through all twelve
signs in around 248 years. The period Pluto spends in each sign can vary from twelve years
to thirty-two years, due to the eccentricity of its orbit.

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Properties of the Planets
English
Name of
the
Planets
Diety Average
Daily
Motion
Duration in
a sign
Vishottari
dasa – years
Asttotari
dasa - years
Gem / Stone
The Sun Agni 59’-08” 1 month 6 years 6 years Ruby /
Manek
Moon Jal 790’-35” 2 ¼ day 10 years 15 years Pearl / Moti
Mercury Budh /
Vishnu
245’-32” 1 month 17 years 17 years Emerald /
Panna
Venus Sukra /
Indrani
96’-08” 1 month 20 years 21 years Diamond /
Heera
Mars Mangal /
Kartikeya
31’-26” 1 ½ month 7 years 8 years Coral /
Parval
Jupiter Guru / Indra 4’-59” 13 months 16 years 19 years Topaz /
Pukhraj
Saturn Sani /
Brahma
2.45’ 2 ½ years 19 years 10 years Sapphire /
Neelam
Dragon’s
Head / Caput
/ Moon’s
North Node
/Draconis
Vayu 3’-11” 1 ½ year 18 years 12 years Zircon /
Gomed
Dragon’s Tail
/ Cauda /
Moon’s South
Node
Aakash 3’-11” 1 ½ year 7 years Cats Eye /
Vaidurya
Uranus
/Herschel
0’-42” Alexandra
Neptune 0’-22” Opal
Pluto 0’-14”

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English
Name of
the
Planets
Diety Friends Neutral Enemy Benefic or
Malefic
Signifie
s or
Karaka
The Sun Agni Moon, Mars,
Jupiter
Mercury Venus,
Saturn,
Rahu
Cruel Father
English
Name of
the
Planets
Sanskrit
Name
Ruler of Sign Sign of
deterimin
e
Exhalation Sign of Fall Mool
Trikona
The Sun Surya /Ravi Leo Aquarius Aries upto 10 Libra Leo
Moon Chandra Cancer Capricorn Taurus Scorpio Taurus
Mercury Budh Gemini &
Virgo
Sagittarius
& Pisces
Virgo Pisces Virgo
Venus Shukra Taurus & Libra Scorpio &
Aries
Pisces Virgo Libra
Mars Mangal /
Bhaum /Kuja
Aries &
Scorpio
Libra &
Taurus
Capricorn Cancer Aries
Jupiter Guru /
Brihaspati
Sagittarius &
Pisces
Gemini &
Virgo
Cancer Capricorn Cancer
Saturn Sani / Mand Capricorn &
Aquarius
Cancer &
Leo
Libra Aries Libra
Dragon’s
Head /
Caput /
Moon’s
North
Node
/Draconis
Rahu Virgo &
Aquarius
Pisces &
Leo
Gemini &
Taurus
Sagittarius &
Scorpio
Taurus
Dragon’s
Tail /
Cauda /
Moon’s
South Node
Ketu /Dwaja /
Shikhi
Pisces &
Scorpio
Virgo &
Taurus
Sagittarius &
Scorpio
Gemini &
Taurus
Scorpio
Uranus
/Herschel
Prajapati Aquarius Taurus
Neptune Varun Pisces Leo
Pluto Yama / Indra Scorpio Cancer

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Moon Jal Sun, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter,
Venus, Saturn
Rahu Wax –G
/Wane-B
Mother
Mercury Budh /
Vishnu
Venus, Sun,
Rahu
Mars, Jupiter,
Saturn
Moon Neutral Materna
l Uncle
Venus Sukra /
Indrani
Mercury,
Saturn, Rahu
Mars, Jupiter Sun, Moon Benefic Wife
Mars Mangal /
Kartikeya
Sun,
Moon,Jupiter
Venus, Saturn Mercury,
Rahu
Malefic Friend
Jupiter Guru /
Indra
Sun, Moon,
Mars
Saturn, Rahu Mercury,
Venus
Benefic Son
Saturn Sani /
Brahma
Mercury,
Venus, Rahu
Jupiter Sun,
Moon,
Mars
Malefic Emmiso
nary
Dragon’s
Head / Caput
/ Moon’s
North Node
/Draconis
Vayu Mercury,
Venus, Saturn
Jupiter Sun,
Moon,
Mars
Malefic Grandfat
her
Dragon’s
Tail / Cauda
/ Moon’s
South Node
Aakash Malefic Materna
l
Grandfat
her
Uranus
/Herschel
Malefic
Neptune Malefic
Pluto Malefic

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Planet in Houses
The Sun
In the First ` Ambition and a love of power tend to be well
supported by good health and vitality. Add to these courage
and strength of will which may contribute much to success.
Pride and a keen sense of honour are normally well-developed
and the disposition is likely to be masterful with a learning
towards egotism. Practical capabilities, however, usually
accelerates advancement, bringing recognition and the
goodwill of superiors, while cheerfulness and an optimistic
temperament help to ensure popularity.
In the Second House: Extravagance and a love of ostentation and splendor
fortunately tend to be counterbalanced by the ability to acquire money easily.
Another important factor often is the power to arouse the interest of those in
influential positions who consequently may help considerable to further material
prosperity.
In the Third House: Keen observation and eagerness for investigation increase
the capacity for educational progress. Science and literature usually have a strong
appeal. Occupational interests tend to come well to the fore and play a large part in
the development of the personality. Love of change and travel also often help to
widen the interests. Relatives may contribute to material prosperity.
In the Fourth House: Filial sentiments and family ties are strong and inheritance
through the parent is probable. Occupations connected with land or property have
normally a strong appeal and ability for this kind of thing is marked. Constitutional
weakness may be a feature of early life and there may be an uphill struggle against
adverse circumstances. These difficulties tend to disappear in later life. Some
tendency towards secrecy and a highly reserved temperament.
In the Fifth House: Love of pageantry and social occasions is usually well
marked, with consequent attention to amusement and pleasure. Charm of
personality tends to arouse the interest of the opposite sex. Music and drama have a
strong appeal. It is likely that the family will be limited.
In the Sixth House: Considerable administrative efficiency usually brings well-
paid positions well within reach and success is promised in responsible posts,

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preferably under the direction of others. Liability to frequent changes of
occupation owing to a feeling of not being sufficiently appreciated. There may be
some constitutional delicacy and proneness to disease, with slow powers of
recuperation.
In the Seventh House: Marriage tends to assume considerable importance, usually
bringing improvement of social status. The marriage partner is likely to be a person
of exceptional loyalty and magnanimity. Popularity, especially with superiors, is
another feature which may contribute to early success. Litigation tends to produce
favourable results, possibly through the kindly interest of the judge.
In the Eighth House : Probability of financial benefit by marriage, although this
may be dissipated by the extravagance or generosity of the marriage partner. Gain
by inheritance is likely. The chances of a long life tend to be reduced and in the
case of a woman there is some likelihood of widowhood. A possibility of
posthumous fame.
In the Ninth House : High ideals and lofty ambitions go hand in hand as a general
rule with tolerance and depth of understanding. There is a love of travel and
probably much attention to matters of a highly enterprising nature. Intellectual and
scientific pursuits have a strong attraction and there is usually much ability for the
professions, such as university work, the law, the church the civil service.
In the Tenth House : Success and the ability to hold positions of trust are
probable, but the benevolent interest of superiors is likely to be another important
factor. Public recognition may result in election to public office. Or a state
appointment with considerable responsibility may be made.
In the Eleventh House : Friends and acquaintances, especially those in positions
of responsibility, may contribute largely to early success and the realisation of the
ambitions. Social prestige is likely to be enhanced by progress in business, for
ability to hold executive posts in public companies or societies is probable.
In the Twelfth House : Possibility of conflict with those in authority or
incompatibility in family life strengthen the inclination for seclusion and a quiet,
retired life. Those in a superior position are likely to give assistance if necessary.
Ability for hospital or prison work, or laboratory research is highly probable. There
may be setbacks during early life and a possibility of estrangement from family
and friends.

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THE MOON
In the First House : Considerable restlessness is usually tempered by n easy-going
disposition, but love of travel is likely to be strongly marked. A roving existence is
by no means unlikely. Sociability tends to be a strong feature and there is likely to
be considerable ability in all those occupations which bring the person into close
contact with the general public. Thrift may play an important part in the
accumulation of wealth.
In the Second House : There is likely to be considerable fluctuation in finances,
although they tend to be on a satisfactory basis. The chief danger appears to reside
in a marked love of opulence and general extravagance. These tendencies,
however, are counterbalanced by spasmodic spells of great thrift and devotion to
the simple life.
In the Third House : Love of change and variety is likely to encourage travel and
stimulate interest in those occupations, such as newspaper work, in which novelty
is the dominant element. Publicity may extra strong appeal. Mental activity widens
the range of the interests, possibly at the price of superficiality. Assimilative
capacity makes for an easily educated person, but the driving force tends to come
from imagination rather than intellect.
In the Fourth House : Family life tends to be an important factor in the
development of personality and the major interest are usually centered round
domestic questions. Frequent removals may occur, but gain ca normally be
expected from houses and land. Financial benefit may also come from inheritance.
In the Fifth House : Inconstancy and unusually fickle affections are linked up
with a love of gambling and speculation. There may be a rather exaggerated
interest in amusement and social activities. Fondness for children is usually
strongly marked and it is highly probable that marriage will result in a large family.
In the Sixth House : Service is likely to be the key to success and the greatest
benefits tend to come from work in a subordinate capacity. A possibility of some
material gain from inferiors, although it is for initiative and responsibility likely to
be limited and the best results will tend to come from work performed under
direction.
In the Seventh House : Popularity tend to confer success in all dealings with the
public at large and contributes to social success. Money or property may result
from marriage and partnerships are likely to prove profitable. Probable interest in
public life and the ability to hold official positions. Some liability to loss through
litigation.

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In Eighth House : Possibility of money by legacy, or through mother, wife, or
partner. Several children are likely, though there is a chance that some of them
may die. There may be some financial losses after marriage or litigation greatly
reducing the benefits derived from legacies. Considerable respect likely to be
accorded after death.
In the Ninth House : Strong interest in religious and philosophical questions is
likely, with a learning towards mysticism. Imagination is usually strong and tends
to encourage mental changeability. The person often experiences dreams of
unusual vividness. Much travel, especially by sea, is probable and is likely to be
productive of gains. Publicity may be centred on the person, possibly in connexion
with a change of religious opinion which attracts grave censure. Impulse and over-
hasty conclusions may create difficulties in travel.
In the Tenth House : Popularity and prosperity are likely to come from success in
public ventures. Feminine interest is likely to be aroused and success usually
comes from occupations in connection with the public at large. Thrift helps
considerably in the accumulation of property although there may be some gains
from external sources. Reversals of fortune, scandal and public censure may result
from unfavourable conditions.
In the Eleventh House : A wide range of friends brings popularity and success in
connection with societies, associations and clubs. Women tend to play a large part
in the life. There is a possibility of danger, however, from self-seeking friends who
presume on friendship to further their own ambitions.
In the Twelfth House : Home life tends to be favoured or an occupation involving
seclusion, such as nursing, prison work, or charitable work. There is a liability to
indulge in clandestine love affairs although these need not necessarily be
disastrous. The major danger would appear to be deceit, secret enmity and
treachery.

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MERCURY
In the First House : Quickness of wit and mental ingenuity
tend o be strongly marked making for an argumentative
disposition with considerable resourcefulness and probably
ability as a public speaker. There is likely to be vital love of
knowledge, devotion to study and interest in literary pursuits.
Adaptability is a striking feature, but there is some danger fits
degenerating into vacillation and diffidence.
In the Second House : Gain is likeliest to come from Mercurial occupations and
some form of agency or an occupation in which the person acts as messenger often
proves highly lucrative. Considerable skill in the handling of money is normally
another interesting feature Books tend to exercise an inordinate fascination and
there will probably be considerable expenditure in this direction. Financial loss,
when it occurs, is likely to come from defective reasoning or unwise speculation at
the instigation of a friend.
In the Third House : Serenity and an optimistic outlook tend to enhance the
mental faculties and encourage a love of study. There is likely to be considerable
practical ability and success is probable in such occupations as journalism,
teaching, or clerical work. Also in all occupations in which the handling of
messages figures, such as work as a postman or telegraph clerk. Harmony usually
characterises dealings with others member of the family and considerable benefit
may be derive from their assistance.
In the Fourth House : Home conditions are likely to assume undue importance
and environment may cause much mental disturbance. Instability and frequent
changes of residence may result. Benefit tends to accrue from occupations such as
publishing, newspaper work, scholastic work, or the running of registry offices or
estate agencies. Gain may also arise from study or literary work pursued at home.
In the Fifth House : Refinement tends to be an important characteristic, but
interests usually centre more around mental activities than sensual pleasures.
Ability for drama or acting ma be conferred. All occupations, in fact, connected
with entertainments, theatres, or singing tend to be productive of gain. Children
usually play a large part in the life and have a special fascination. Where losses
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In Sixth House : Too much mental activity is likely to be the chief source of
difficulties. There is a liability, under the spur of ambition, to over-tax the physical
resources and create health troubles. In particular, disarrangement of the nervous
system may result in digestive disorders. Trouble arising from dealings with
servants or subordinates also t ends to induce worry. In the main, success is
likeliest to come from work in a subordinate capacity, such as clerk or assistant.
Keen interest in dietetics, however, may produce success along these lines.
In the Seventh House : Popularity in literary and scientific circles and
considerable ability as a public speaker contribute largely to success. Partnership is
likely to be an important factor in connection with the occupation, especially an
alliance with a younger person. there is a possibility of marriage to a relative or
employee, prefaced by much correspondence or travel. Intellect tends to be a
stronger force than the emotions. There may be much hostile criticism at some
period of the life an this may result in litigation based upon a libel action.
In the Eighth House : Mercurial occupations in partnership, or some form of
literary or scientific agency, are the most promising sources of gain. Financial
benefits may also come by marriage or by a legacy. In the case of the latter,
litigation is likely to ensue. Questions of finance tend to exercise the mind and
there may be periodic difficulties n connexion with money.
In Ninth House : Travel is likely to be an important factor and the occupation may
be linked up with it in some way. The power of self-expression is strong,
bestowing ability for such things as literary or philosophical work, the law, or the
diplomatic service. Instability is likely to constitute the gravest obstacle to success
and there is a liability to make frequent drastic changes of opinion with consequent
re-orientation of the endeavours. This inconstancy is likely to be an element in the
difficulties which may arise with superiors and legal troubles also are by no means
unlikely.
In the Tenth House : Resourcefulness and great mental activity are conductive to
the necessary ability for coping with the contingencies of life. Success in
publishing, lecturing, or writing and similar pursuits dependent upon the power of
vivid self-expression is highly probable. In general, however, the maximum
success results from efforts in a subordinate capacity. Business ability is usually
strong, with the necessary qualities for public office or posts of responsibility
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IN the Eleventh House : The literary and scientific worlds tend to assume great
importance in the development of personality and friends drawn from these circles
usually help considerably in the attainment of success. Intellectual keenness and
oratorical fervour tend to enhance the reputation in connexion with societies and
associations, but there is a liability to drift into a hypercritical attitude and to
indulge too freely in cynicism. Some danger may arise from slander or treacherous
friends.
In the Twelfth House : Literary work or scientific research are likely to constitute
the major interests. Worry and over-attention to trifles are the gravest menace to
peace of mind and latent mental ability may fail to be developed owing to lack of
suitable practical opportunities. Travel may be productive of difficulties or slander
and loss may airse from the family or acquaintances.
VENUS
In the First House : Amiability and a cheerful temperament help popularity and
there is usually great love of companionship and social life. There may be a
craving for pleasure and with this is likely to be lined much devotion to the arts,
especially music and drama. The power of attracting others may be an important
factor n achieving success.
In the Second House : To natural ability in handling finance is usually added the
necessary magnetism of personality which ensures the good-will and assistance of
others. Frinds and associates tend to offer lavish attention and may render possible
the attainment of lucrative positions. There may be some tendency towards
extravagance, probably arising from the inordinate interest in clothes, jewellery
and amusements. Excessive generosity may result in the squandering of money on
the objects of the affections, but fortunately in most instances inherent prudence
curbs this tendency.
In the Third House : Interest in literature, music and painting is likely to be
marked and gain may arise from these sources. Travel is another potential source
of profit and pleasure. A sunny disposition attracts the interest and affection of
others and most contacts will tend to be characterised by harmonious relationships.
This is likely to be particularly marked in the case of brothers and sisters.
In the Fourth House : Domestic environment tends to play a large part in
enriching the personality and there will be intense love of beautiful furniture and
home surroundings. Home life usually creates much happiness, especially in later
years. Gain is possible through the parents.

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In the Fifth House : Social intercourse, pleasure and amusements tend to be the
chief centre of interest. Contact with others on terms affection will contribute much
to happiness and popularity is likely to be an extremely important feature. Interest
in the arts and practical ability in those branches which encourage social
intercourse is likely and much gain will probably result. Another source of benefit
would be teaching or publishing. Some ability for the successful manipulation of
stocks and shares is also possible. Happiness in married life and deep attachment to
children are likely to be other important features.
In the Sixth House : Harmony tends to prevail in occupational matters and smooth
co-operation with others is likely to facilitate the achievement of success. The
good-will of both servants and superiors and popularity with fellow workers are
highly significant and most relationships will consequently tend to be beneficial.
Health is likely to be good but abuse of the physical resources would be likely to
result in chronic invalidism.
In the Seventh House : Marriage tends to play an important part, being productive
of both personal happiness and material benefit, and may take place at an early
age. Popularity helps in the achievement of success in public life, but successful
partnership is likely to be an important element. Artistic ability is likely to be
above the average and there is the necessary charm of personality to gain the good-
will of the public.
In the Eighth House : Marriage, partnership and inheritance are likely to be the
vital issues, being productive either of great benefits or of heavy losses. Personal
happiness is probable in marriage in spite of the possibility of some
disappointment in love. Estrangement is likely to be the greatest obstacle.
In the Ninth House : Idealism and sensitiveness to the poetry of life help to
enhance the charm of personality. Good taste in artistic matters and an intense love
of beauty tend to have as their complements sympathetic understanding for others
and great generosity. Religion, particularly the devotional aspect, is likely to
exercise a strong appeal but it is probable that the practical angle along the lines of
charitable work will also receive attention. There will probably be a love of travel
and foreign countries, resulting in both pleasure and pecuniary gain. There is a
possibility of marriage to a foreigner or in a strange land.

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In the Tenth House : Popularity, especially with the opposite sex, and a wide
circle of acquaintances are usually indicative of harmonious contacts in both public
and private life. Success is likely to be accelerated as a result of the benevolent
interest of superiors. Marriage tends to improve the social status, but gain may also
come through the parents. Comfortable financial circumstances permit the
cultivation of a cheerful and optimistic outlook and the extraction of the maximum
enjoyment from the pleasure of life. In unfavourable conditions there is likely to be
frustration in the social life arising from the contempt of superiors, possibly
enhanced by the consequence of a hasty marriage. The absence of favourable
opportunities for the full development of natural talent is likely to be the gravest
obstacles to advancement.
In the Eleventh House : Friends tend to assume great importance and interest
centres round social contacts. The interest and assistance of others is usually
present in the endeavours and there is little likelihood of efforts being made in
isolation. The danger lies in the treachery or insufficient ability of associates and
the possibility of being used for other ends.
In the twelfth House : Some secluded occupation is likely to
suffer the maximum possibilities of gain, or work of a rather
commonplace nature. There is a tendency to indulge in
clandestine love affairs, with the consequent dangers of
scandal and estrangement. Social ostracism may be the
outcome of malicious slander on the part of secret enemies.
Love affairs tend to reach an unhappy climax and there is a
tendency to marry someone of inferior social standing.
MARS
In the first house – courage, confidence , enterprise and industriousness are
usually the salient attributes. Marked administrative ability and speedy execution
of projects tend to ensure early success. In favourable circumstances strong
passions are kept in hand by a firm will. Natural energy and physical endurance
may have to brought into play to counteract the effects of an inherent tendency to
rashness and foolhardy recklessness. Trouble may arise from careless neglect of
ordinary health precautions or abuse of physical resources. There is a proneness to
feverish disorders and accidents are likely to be precipitated by impulsive actions.

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In the Second House : Individual effort is likely to be the greatest factor in the
acquisition of wealth and money tends to be a big incentive to endeavour.
Occupations connected with the use of fire or machinery are likely to be productive
of the maximum pecuniary benefit. Generosity may be carried to the point of
extravagance and there will be a strong liability to squander the earnings. Money
may also come through inheritance, but expenditure will always tend to be heavy
and although much money may pass through the hands little of it will remain.
Frequent financial disaster is possible, but recovery will tend to be swift and losses
rarely depress.
In the Third House : Mental alertness and executive ability, backed by initiative
and resourcefulness, facilitate early success. A critical, even carping, disposition,
however, may alienate the sympathies of others and create a state of isolated
endeavour. An argumentative disposition and violent dogmatism tend to be
productive of frequent quarrels, especially with relatives or neighbours.
Correspondence is often the medium for disputes. There may be a possibility of
accidents during short journeys.
In the Fourth House : Aggressive acquisitiveness is likely to stimulate efforts to
accumulate wealth and possessions, but personal endeavour may be supplemented
by inheritance or gain by marriage. Domestic disturbances are highly probably and
home life may be marred by frequent quarrels. There is some danger of accidents
or fire in the home. Possibly, theft. Land or property may tend to be a constant
source of annoyance and worry. An unruly disposition tends to create nervous
disorders, especially in the shape of digestive trouble.
In the Fifth House : Love of sport is likely to be well developed and there will be
much attention to pleasure. Interest in the opposite sex will tend to be strong, but is
balanced by a capacity for loyal companionship. Leadership is likely to be the
dominant principle, well supported by excellent disciplarian capabilities. Gain may
come through speculation, amusements, sport, or by the exercise of the power of
leadership, especially in connexion with teaching. Inconstancy tends to be the most
blatant fault. Children would probably be unruly, causing disappointment and
anxiety.

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