Jyotiṣārṇava

These are some excerpts from upcoming (unplanned) workshop on interpreting the Graha Yogas (planetary combinations). Image Source: Pinterest Combination 1: Mukhasya Vigandhatā (Foul Odour From Mouth) Jātakatattva 3.1.290. When Candra and Śukra occupy Meṣa and Budha occupies Lagna or 6th house, the person emits a foul odour from his mouth. A foul odour emanating from the mouth or body is traditionally associated with aggravation of Pitta Doṣa. In this combination, both Candra and Śukra are placed in Meṣa Rāśi, a sign ruled by Kuja, who is fiery and strongly connected with Pitta. When bodily heat increases abnormally, digestion becomes irregular, bile is aggravated, and unpleasant smell can emerge through the mouth, sweat, or skin. Thus, the sign itself provides the fiery foundation for the result. Candra governs rasa, bodily fluids, nourishment, and emotional softness. Śukra governs reproductive fluids, vitality, fragrance, and bodily charm. When these naturally gentle planets are place...

This is an elaboration on the ‘Anaghā’ English commentary written by me on Lagna Vārāhī. This will not form a part of the published text, but is being provided as supplementary material for readers to demonstrate the classical principles. Here, only the prospect of wealth is being considered. Image Source: Pinterest ★ Maharṣi Parāśara: Destruction of wealth. ★ Rṣi Bhṛgu: Loss of wealth. ★ Rṣi Garga: Wealthy however, a gambler. ★ Śrī Varāhamihira: Consumes bad food. Indirectly implies that the native may not be wealthy. ★ Śrī Kalyāṇavarmā: Penniless. ★ Śrī Prithuyasa: Troubled due to his expenses. ★ Śrī Bhaskaracarya: Acquires wealth but squanders it on pleasures; engages in speculation and gambling. Please note that these are my personal interpretations: Generally, Maṅgaḷa is not appreciated in the Dhana Bhāva because this is a neutral house that is better occupied by benefic planets. Maṅgaḷa placed here aspects the 5th and 9th houses as well, both of which are Lakṣmī Sthānas and conne...