Introduction to Vedic Astrology

Strength and dignity of the planets can be ascertained by 1) Placement 2) benefit /malefic aspects, 3) Shadbal. Use the associated resources to understand what these means. For beginners, only aspects are described in detail, however, brief descriptions are provided on how these other layers are involved in deciding the dignity and strength of a planet. When a planet is strong, it fully gives its own signification. When it is dignified, it will give positive outcomes.

Chief features of this horoscope: In this horoscope, Leo is rising. House is also aspected by benefit Jupiter, malefic Saturn and benefit moon. Therefore, benefit aspects are more on the house. Leadership qualities, royal personality, discipline, generosity, respect for rule of law and justice, these things will be reflected in personality. Psychology will be governed by Moon. Moon being in 7th house with Saturn will create a very reserve, emotionally stable, not so easily affected by mood changes, a very balanced person emotionally. Sun in 10th house supports the leadership promise of the ascendent. Taurus and Mercury in this house points to finance, accounting role or business financing. Rahu and Jupiter in 9th house shows support from wise mentors who will likely be foreign or innovative in their nature but accomplished pioneers in their field (Jupiter in Aries). Ketu in 3rd will give detachment from relatives, lack of will force to face problems, resilience, confirmed by lord Venus in 12th house. But lord of 8th house of pain, suffering and sudden events is sitting in 9th afflicted by Rahu showing there will be divine intervention to protect the native in unpredictable ways coming from unexpected quarters.