Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

25. Purva Bhadrapada (20° of Aquarius — 3°20′ of Pisces)

Varahamihira: Those who have the Moon in Purva Bhadrapada will suffer from calamities and will place the property they have acquired at the disposal of their partners; they will speak fluently and intelligibly; they are stingy and know how to earn money.

General indications: The symbol of Purva Bhadrapada is the front of a funeral bier (sometimes a man with two faces), and its presiding deity is Ajaikapada, a grim deity whose name may mean «the one-footed unborn one» (or, perhaps, «the one-footed goat»). By all appearances Ajaikapada is a hypostasis of Rudra, whom we encountered when discussing the nakshatra Ardra.

Purva Bhadrapada is traditionally associated, both physically and metaphorically, with fire and heat, burning and catabolic activity. Possibly because of the connection with Rudra, the god of destruction, who rules fire and heat, especially (bearing in mind the image of the funeral bier) the fire and heat of the funeral pyres on which corpses are cremated. The two-faced being may signify the hour of death, when the eye is opened simultaneously to the farewell prospect of this world and to another world belonging to the realm of the dead. Or else it may signify two-faced behaviour, indicating a person who has another life into which he does not admit everyone or always.

If the lagna or the Moon falls into Purva Bhadrapada, this often serves as an indication of an excessively serious, frightening, easily excitable, nervous personality, who may nevertheless possess oratorical mastery. Passion, impetuosity and anger are quite inherent in Purva Bhadrapada, and cynicism, rudeness, insults, greed and an entranced admiration, even to the point of ecstasy, of evil and the dark side of life naturally fall under its influence. It rules over withering sufferings, downfall and apostasy, wounds and injuries from accidents and attacks. Under its power are punishments and penances, since deeds performed under its influence often call into life tormenting and disturbing circumstances accompanied by pangs of conscience, despondency and difficulties.

Physiology and diseases: The ribs; the lateral surfaces of the legs; the left hip and the soles of the feet.

Professions, people and places of habitation: Those who are connected with death and dying: owners of funeral parlours, murderers and so on. People who are cruel in deed or in word. Excessively wound-up and hot-tempered persons — such as radicals, fanatics and terrorists. Ascetics, and also masochists and those who mortify their flesh. Black magicians. Confinement in a prison or a mental hospital.

Purva Bhadrapada (Sanskrit: पूर्वभाद्र) is represented by two bright stars in the constellation Pegasus.

Zodiac: 20°00′ of Aquarius — 3°20′ of Pisces
Ruling planet: Jupiter
Symbol: two faces, a two-faced man, a sword
Deity: Aja Ekapada
Varna/caste: brahmins
Goal: artha
Origin: human
Temperament: fierce, cruel (ugra)
Guna: sattva
Gender: male
Quality: fear
Ayurvedic constitution: Vata
Element: ether
Direction: west, south-east
Body parts: the ribs, the lateral surfaces of the legs, the soles of the feet, the left hip
Animal: a lion
Sounds: se, so, da, di
Enemy: Uttara Phalguni

Contents

1 The key concept
2 Men
3 Women
4 The padas (quarters)
5 The ruling planet
6 Professions
7 Places
8 Favourable activity during this nakshatra
9 Unfavourable activity during this nakshatra
10 Diseases
11 See also
12 Literature

The key concept

Purposefulness, an inclination to concentrate on a single action, the attainment of success after the removal of obstacles.

If one were to try to describe Purva Bhadrapada in one word, that word would be «diabolical». Most of the negative qualities of human nature, such as pessimism, licentiousness, violence and lies, may be attributed to this nakshatra. Since all the negative aspects manifest through the ego, humility becomes the most important quality for people who are under the influence of Purva Bhadrapada.

One of the few positive qualities of this nakshatra is loyalty to those it respects. But this is a double-edged sword, since the object of its attachment is often not distinguished by inner harmony. Thus for people under the influence of Purva Bhadrapada it is important to choose the right object of devotion from the very beginning. Other positive qualities of this nakshatra are sincerity and industriousness, even if the goals set are not too harmonious. Purva Bhadrapada possesses astonishing persistence and will go to any lengths to attain what it desires.

Purva Bhadrapada is connected both with the persecutor and with the victim. Developed souls use the energy of this nakshatra for transformation by causing harm to themselves. Severe ascetics and saints such as Vishvamitra, who passed through extreme forms of penance, essentially use the energy of Purva Bhadrapada.

A personality who is under the influence of this nakshatra is not easy to pick out among those around, because they possess an excellent ability for adaptation and mimicry. Purva Bhadrapada people are ordinary people with ordinary jobs, who speak, eat and dress like everyone else, and it is impossible to guess what things they get up to in their private life. They keep their peculiarities and vices secret. The only sign by which one can distinguish a person with a strong Purva Bhadrapada is his tense, nervous manner of behaviour plus a very serious facial expression. He will be the first to explode in a conflict situation. And yet Purva Bhadrapada people try to behave in a friendly way in society and to look contented. Although in essence they are two-faced and belong to the type who by day work at an ordinary job and by night visit fetish clubs, shake their heads at rock concerts, take pleasure in horrifying fantasies, practise dark tantric rituals and plan conspiracies and criminal affairs. People who are under the influence of this nakshatra are very susceptible to radical views and are often members of extremist and fundamentalist groups.

Not every person who is under the influence of Purva Bhadrapada expresses negative energies physically. More developed souls take part in the battle between light and darkness within their own consciousness and heart. Many Purva Bhadrapada people, instead of being persecutors, turn out to be victims. Artists who are under the strong influence of this asterism often direct all their dark energy into creativity, be it literature, music or painting.

In the sexual sphere Purva Bhadrapada people, as in everything else, are inclined to fluctuate between opposites. All kinds of sexual perversions and phobias are considered to issue from this nakshatra.

An inclination to regret the past is one of the characteristic traits of this nakshatra. Purva Bhadrapada people often worry about what they have lived through, reproaching themselves for all the mistakes they have made.

Purva Bhadrapada people are stingy; greed and acquisitiveness are inherent in them. However, they are ready to give all their prosperity to their partners, their teachers or for the sake of their goal. Their capacity for revenge has no equal.

Purva Bhadrapada acts as a bridge between materialistic and spiritual consciousness. It is precisely this bridge that is blocked in most people at the present time. Purva Bhadrapada possesses the power to raise the soul to a higher level of development at the cost of an inner purification by the burning flame of repentance.

But it should be remembered that the ruler here is Jupiter, and it gives such qualities as intellect, devotion and abilities for mysticism.

A fiery temperament, high activity, independence, non-standard thinking. They can see a problem from various sides, sometimes in an unusual way.

Under negative aspects such qualities as malice, cynicism, criticism, impulsiveness and a restless mind manifest. Accidents, injuries and attacks are possible.

Men

Of medium height, they have plump lips. One of the physical peculiarities is a high arch of the feet.

Their character is calm and peace-loving; they prefer quiet. In certain situations there may be an outburst of emotions, but rarely. They are simple-hearted, but at the same time have firm principles, which often cause them mental suffering. Following their principles deprives them of flexibility, while life constantly throws up tasks of choosing a path — whether to make a compromise or to voice impartial judgements.

They love to eat a lot and tastily. They are indifferent to fashion and take little care of their wardrobe.

They prefer knowledge to blind faith. They are always ready to extend a helping hand to those in need, even if instead of gratitude they receive resistance and hatred. They are God-fearing and attached to religious rituals.

They are intelligent and can voice their opinion without emotion. They are good at any kind of activity and quickly master skills. They easily make a career in the civil service. The period from 24 to 33 is characterised by progress in life. The period from 40 to 54 is a time of full realisation. They are rational in their spending. They are successful in the sphere of business and banking, and government service suits them. They may be successful as teachers, actors, writers, researchers and astrologers.

They receive little love from the mother — an early separation from the mother is possible, or her early departure, or her being busy at work to the detriment of relations with the child. Despite possible conflicts with the father, the native will feel pride in him. Family life is happy, the wife is good and the children are obedient. They usually live far from their homeland.

Increased acidity, diabetes, problems with the ribs and feet, paralysis and cuts are possible.

Women

Of medium height and medium build, they are attractive in appearance and have large expressive eyes.

These are honest and sincere women; they have principles and a notion of the right path, and are born leaders. In managerial work they know how to make subordinates work and achieve success. They render help to those around them only when they are sure that the display of kindness, compassion and support is really necessary. They are well bred, polite and tactful. They achieve success in the technical sphere and may be good teachers, astrologers and researchers.

They are attached to their husband and have good children. They are wonderful housewives. They have a good ability for running a household.

They are inclined to low blood pressure; there may be disturbances of the heart rhythm, headaches, problems in the ankle joint and sweating of the feet.

The padas (quarters)

The 1st pada of the nakshatra Purva Bhadrapada (20°00′ — 23°20′ of Aquarius) falls into the navamsha of Aries, ruled by Mars. In this pada the nakshatra manifests from its most aggressive side. However, those born in this pada control themselves successfully. The pada gives incredible determination in attaining the goals set, envy and anxiety.

The 2nd pada of the nakshatra Purva Bhadrapada (23°20′ — 26°40′ of Aquarius) falls into the navamsha of Taurus, ruled by Venus. This pada is connected with the tolerant side of the nakshatra, but nevertheless stubbornness, egocentricity and a love of arguments manifest in the character.

The 3rd pada of the nakshatra Purva Bhadrapada (26°40′ — 30°00′ of Aquarius) falls into the navamsha of Gemini, ruled by Mercury. Communicativeness, curiosity, a solid and happy family in women. This is the lightest and brightest pada of the nakshatra.

The 4th pada of the nakshatra Purva Bhadrapada (00°00′ — 3°20′ of Pisces) falls into the navamsha of Cancer, ruled by the Moon. This pada possesses a truly diabolical character, in the sense that it can be both extremely merciful and extremely dangerous. It is simultaneously connected with the persecuted and the persecutor. Those born in this pada may occupy any social position, and they are the most skilful in the social sphere. It gives material sufficiency and a sense of self-worth.

The ruling planet

The main ruling planet of this nakshatra is Jupiter. It does not become clear at once why such a favourable planet rules such a malefic nakshatra. To solve this riddle it is worth recalling the two-faced nature of Purva Bhadrapada. It very successfully demonstrates the Jupiterian socially approved, well-bred and conservative front side. It is also skilled at earning money, and Jupiter, as we know, is the karaka of wealth. However, its ways of earning money are sometimes dubious.

In accordance with Jupiter’s natural inclination towards expansion, this is an expansive nakshatra. However, it uses its expansiveness in order to promote the realisation of destructive goals. The energy of Jupiter reaches its peak in this nakshatra, and this means that, from a certain moment on, Purva Bhadrapada goes beyond the limits of Jupiterian social values, and then the moralistic and preserving influence of Jupiter ceases. A phase of destruction and dissolution begins.

Saturn is connected with Purva Bhadrapada because it is the ruler of Aquarius. Saturn is connected with the grief-bringing and disciplining aspect of the nakshatra, which gives detachment. This also indicates the fact that the nakshatra is always inclined towards the physical expression of its «dark» side.

Ketu is connected with the nakshatra thanks to that small part of it which is located in the constellation Pisces. Ketu is the most destructive and impartial planet, and the nakshatra needs a corresponding energy in order to inflict torments on itself and on those around it. When Ketu works beneficially on the inner level, all attachments are cut off without self-torture. When Ketu works beneficially on the outer individual level, the nakshatra tries to control and sublimate inner desires through outer manifestations, such as the torture of the body during extremely intense penance. When Ketu manifests negatively on the outer level, it strikes those around, and here we get cold-blooded serial killers, battle generals and behind-the-scenes manipulators.

A conjunction of Mars, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu in fierce or cruel nakshatras gives an energy similar to the energy of Purva Bhadrapada.

Very few planets manifest well in Purva Bhadrapada. Only a strong and favourably aspected Jupiter is good here. Saturn may also give fair results if Jupiter is well placed in the chart. A well-placed Ketu, especially if it is located in the part relating to Pisces, may give non-attachment in a positive key.
Professions

Surgeons, general practitioners and modern psychiatrists. Pharmacists. Owners of funeral parlours and those whose work is connected in one way or another with death. Severe ascetics. Fundamentalists, radicals, fanatics, terrorists. Manufacturers and users of weapons. Policemen, soldiers. Workers of the metal industry. All professions connected with the use of fire and high temperatures. Those who deal with toxic substances and environmentally polluting industrial waste. Environmental defenders. Writers working in the genres of fantasy, horror and mysticism. Workers of the entertainment and pornographic industry. Occultists, black magicians.

Places

Operating theatres and wards for the incurably ill, psychiatric hospitals and correctional homes. Churches. Cemeteries, morgues, places for cremation. Factories, heavy industry of all types. Centres for the study of occultism and practices dark by their nature. Deeply classified military research bases. Nuclear power stations. Places where high-technology equipment is stored. Dumps. Night clubs, any dark premises. And all places connected with the professions listed above.
Favourable activity during this nakshatra

All dangerous, dubious and risky actions. Any activity connected with mechanics or technology. The provision of funeral services. The study of questions connected with death. The ending of things. Agricultural work. Any actions connected with water.
Unfavourable activity during this nakshatra

On the whole unfavourable for most kinds of activity, with the exception of those indicated above. It is especially unfavourable for any undertakings, for dealings with the government or higher bodies of administration, for travel, weddings and sex. Most actions performed under the influence of Purva Bhadrapada often bring pain, anxiety, regret, grief and difficulties.

Diseases

Problems with the feet and ankles, the heart, blood circulation, the liver, the ribs. Ulcers.

THE TWENTY-FIFTH STAR — PURVA BHADRAPADA 20° OF AQUARIUS — 3° 20’ OF PISCES

The Greek name is Pegasi. The nakshatra consists of two stars.
Purva Bhadrapada is an «earthly» star, malefic by its nature. Its name is translated as «the scorching pair». It indicates people who are passionate and impulsive and have an inconstant mind. The deity of the nakshatra is Rudra.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PEOPLE BORN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF PURVA BHADRAPADA

Men
They love quiet and good food. They always take care of their clothing. They are principled. They always voice their opinion and are ready to help those in need, but in return they are not loved. They value quiet and respect more than money. They are very clever and can do practically any work. 24—33 years — all-round growth; 40—54 — the golden time.

They may become teachers, actors, writers.
The star is ruled by Jupiter, gives a high intellect and indicates people who repent of their sins and mistakes. Separation from the mother is possible (either she will die early, or they will live apart, or she will work a great deal). They may be proud of their father — name, fame, high morals — but their opinions very often differ. Paralysis, diabetes and problems with the feet are possible.

Women
They may be slender and beautiful. Honest, sincere, they will not depart from the truth and from their principles. They are optimists and born leaders. They are polite and educated in the spheres of technology or the exact sciences. They may be teachers, astrologers or research scientists. They are attached to their husband, have good children and are themselves excellent housewives. Dislocations, low blood pressure and problems with the feet and the liver are possible.

The Moon in Purva Bhadrapada: A. Solzhenitsyn, M. Glinka, N. Rimsky-Korsakov, M. Lomonosov, N. Przhevalsky.
The Sun in Purva Bhadrapada: V. Vernadsky, Y. Gagarin, V. Tereshkova, Alexander the Third, V. Molotov, M. Gorbachev, M. Zhvanetsky.

IF THE MOON OR THE SUN IS LOCATED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE SAME CHARACTERISTICS MANIFEST AS WITH ASPECTS TO THE MOON AND THE SUN IN SHRAVANA

The Sun in the interval 20° — 23°20′ of Aquarius (birth from 4 to 7 March)
Poverty, life apart from the children. But if there are favourable aspects — material prosperity and a good family.

The Sun in the interval 23°20′- 26°40f of Aquarius (birth from 7 to 10 March)
He earns with the help of relatives. Success in the industrial production of beverages is possible.

The Sun in the interval 26° 40′ of Aquarius — 0° of Pisces (birth from 10 to 14 March)
If Saturn, Mars and the Moon are in conjunction in this quarter — death before the age of 3. If (the Sun and the Moon in conjunction) the person was born at the new moon and the Ascendant falls in Shravana — he will live no more than 3 days or will be stillborn.

The Sun in the interval 0° — 3°20′ of Pisces (birth from 14 to 17 March)
Loving, emotional, psychologically strong.

The Moon in the 1st quarter, 20° — 23°20′ of Aquarius
Envy, anxiety. If the lagna is in Shravana and Mars and the Sun are conjunct the Moon in this quarter, or Saturn is conjunct the Moon — the possibility of an early death. If the Moon is in the 1st degree of Pisces — death at the age of 21.

The Moon in the 2nd quarter, 23°20? — 26°40′ of Aquarius
Stubbornness, a love of arguments, an inability to listen to others, egocentricity. At the age of 33 — the possibility of an accident.

The Moon in the 3rd quarter, 26°40′ of Aquarius — 0° of Pisces
In men — 2 wives; in women — a romance that never turns into marriage. But her family will be solid and happy. She is devoted to her husband and children.

The Moon in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3°20’ of Pisces
Material sufficiency, a sense of self-worth, respect for elders, especially for parents. Dangers at 5, 22 and 24 years of age. A long life; he will die in the month of Ashwini, with the Moon waning, on a Thursday evening, when Krittika nakshatra is rising.

IF MARS IS PLACED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE RESULTS DESCRIBED UNDER SHRAVANA MANIFEST

Mars in the 1st quarter, 20° -23° 20’ of Aquarius
Pessimism, irritability, hypocrisy. The owner of the horoscope will often make trips for the sake of earning, but after the age of 40 stability will appear in his life. His marriage will probably also be late.

Mars in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Aquarius
Mars in this quarter in conjunction with the ascendant, and Venus in Purva Phalguni, form an arishtha (a combination of planets indicating an early death). Death may occur when transiting Mars passes over its natal position.

Mars in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° of Aquarius
Self-confidence, bravery, ambition. The owner of the horoscope often commits unseemly deeds, although in his soul he does not desire this. He is inclined to
research work and, thanks to his investigations, attains a name, fame and a good reputation.

Mars in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20’ of Pisces
The owner of the horoscope may become an engineer, a builder, a mechanic or a butcher. He will earn a decent fortune, and if Mars is not afflicted by malefic planets, a happy family life awaits him.

IF MERCURY IS PLACED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE RESULTS DESCRIBED UNDER SHRAVANA MANIFEST

Mercury in the 1st quarter, 20°-23° 20* of Aquarius
If Mercury is placed in this quarter and Jupiter — in Uttara Bhadrapada, the owner of the horoscope will become a lawyer or an expert. 

Mercury in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Aquarius
The owner of the horoscope may become a writer, a publisher or a consultant. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract requiring surgical intervention are possible. Mercury in this quarter forms an arishtha when the lagna is located in Hasta. A serious threat to life may arise at the age of 11.

Mercury in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° of Aquarius
This position of Mercury gives abilities in mathematics, astrology or engineering. If the owner of the horoscope is a man, his wife will be more intelligent than he is. When Mercury is conjunct the ascendant in this quarter, cancer is possible.

Mercury in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20’ of Pisces
The owner of the horoscope will earn money by illegal or immoral activity.

IF JUPITER IS PLACED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE RESULTS DESCRIBED UNDER SHRAVANA MANIFEST

Jupiter in the 1st quarter, 20° — 23° 20’ of Aquarius
The owner of the horoscope will be born into a simple family, but thanks to his own efforts, persistence and sincere devotion to the cause, he will attain great professional success. He may become a surgeon, a teacher or a philosopher. If Venus is located in the 4th quarter of Chitra and Jupiter here, the marriage partner will be a doctor or a pharmacist. In the medical aspect Jupiter in the 1st quarter may indicate lumbago.

Jupiter in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20* — 26° 40* of Aquarius
This position of Jupiter speaks of the possibility of achieving success in jurisprudence and becoming quite well known in one’s field. If the Sun is placed in Ashlesha, the owner of the horoscope will take up politics after the age of 45 and will attain a high position.

Jupiter in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40* — 30° of Aquarius
Family happiness, a good income. The owner of the horoscope may receive an education in one field and work in an entirely different one.

Jupiter in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20’ of Aquarius
Jupiter in this quarter speaks of a career as a financier, an industrialist, a government official or a scientist.

IF VENUS IS PLACED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE RESULTS DESCRIBED UNDER SHRAVANA MANIFEST

Venus in the 1st quarter, 20° -23° 20’ of Aquarius
A good education, research activity, much travelling, the possibility of emigration.

Venus in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Aquarius
The talent of a poet, a musician or a painter. A predisposition to skin diseases.

Venus in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40 ’ — 30° of Aquarius
An inclination towards design, modelling or the construction of clothing.

Venus in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20* of Pisces
The owner of the horoscope may become a paediatrician. It will be very important for him that his marriage partner occupy a social position equal to his own and be well educated.

IF SATURN IS PLACED IN PURVA BHADRAPADA AND ASPECTED BY VARIOUS PLANETS, THE RESULTS DESCRIBED UNDER SHRAVANA MANIFEST

Saturn in the 1st quarter, 20° — 23° 20’ of Aquarius
If Saturn is aspected by Mercury, the owner of the horoscope will run his own business, and at the age of 35 success and renown will come to him. At 39 he will acquire landed property.

Saturn in the 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Aquarius
A predisposition to stoutness. The owner of the horoscope will be endowed with a clear and practical mind. Wealth will come to him through his marriage partner.

Saturn in the 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° of Aquarius
Practicality, diplomacy. The man will have a great addiction to women and wine. If the lagna also falls in this quarter, an excellent education and a high social position are to be expected.

Saturn in the 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20’ of Aquarius
A high social position. If Jupiter aspects Saturn, the owner of the horoscope will become an engineer or an architect. He will be dishonest and may appropriate his employer’s money.

RAHU IN PURVA BHADRAPADA

The 1st quarter, 20° — 23° 20’ of Aquarius
An arishtha is formed when Rahu, in conjunction with the ascendant, is placed in this quarter and receives an aspect from a malefic planet.

The 2nd quarter, 23° 20 ’ — 26° 40 ’ of Aquarius
Renown, honour, wealth, but an unhappy family life. If the Moon is conjunct Rahu and this conjunction is aspected by Saturn and the Sun, the mother of the horoscope’s owner will die when he is 10 years old.

The 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° of Aquarius
If Rahu in this quarter is aspected by a malefic planet, an early death or danger to life at a childhood age is possible. If Rahu is conjunct Jupiter, the owner of the horoscope will often move from place to place in search of earnings. And only after the age of 34 will stability come to him.

The 4th quarter, 0° — 3° 20’ of Pisces
This is a good position of Rahu, which brings a high social position and material sufficiency. If Rahu is conjunct Jupiter, the owner of the horoscope will be the proprietor of several industrial enterprises and will become the head of the government.

KETU IN PURVA BHADRAPADA

The 1st quarter, 20° — 23° 20’ of Aquarius
If Ketu is conjunct Mars, the owner of the horoscope will become a major official or a politician. When Ketu is placed in this quarter and Venus — in Ardra, there will be two marriages, and the brother of the horoscope’s owner will become a doctor.

The 2nd quarter, 23° 20’ — 26° 40’ of Aquarius
The owner of the horoscope will be rich.

The 3rd quarter, 26° 40’ — 30° of Aquarius
Bronchitis, tuberculosis and frequent depressions are possible. The children will not bring happiness to the owner of the horoscope.

The 4th quarter 0° — 3° 20’ of Pisces
An average income. The owner of the horoscope will be involved in speculation or playing the stock exchange. Diabetes and heart diseases are possible.

GENERAL REMARKS

People who have the Moon in Purva Bhadrapada will have difficult relationships with those born in Revati, Bharani and Mula. The ruler of the dasha is Jupiter. He is followed by the periods of Saturn, Mercury, Ketu, Venus, the Sun, the Moon and Rahu.

DESTRUCTIVE DEGREES

Venus — the 29th degree of Aquarius.

If Saturn does not aspect Venus, the life span of the horoscope’s owner is shortened. It is not recommended to begin any undertakings when Venus passes over its destructive degree.