10 Makara Lagna

A Capricorn Ascendant is usually tall and well-built, but the lower part of the body tends to
be lean and. weak. He is enthusiastic and persevering, but his tendency to fall prey to
melancholia is quite pronounced. He is outspoken even if his words hurt others; and he is, at
worst, suspicious, mean, cowardly, and egotistical. He is always prepared to take revenge on
those who harm him. He is hard-headed in his social relationships. Some contradictions exist
in his character: He is basically material minded, judging his achievements in terms of
wealth, status, and popularity; yet he is also god fearing, careful in his words and deeds
(despite his outspoken nature). When given the opportunity to undertake spiritual studies and
practices, and when the planetary configurations are favorable in this regard, the individual
may rise quite high - in that field. The possibility of his becoming an occultist is great. He is
likely to be afflicted by phlegm (Kapha).and wind (Vata) disorders.

When the SUN occupies the Ascendant it can make the native mean and dishonest; he neither
realizes the true significance of his actions nor accepts the meanness of his behavior. He is
poor, works for others, and will be very avaricious. He wanders, is unsettled, and moves from
one place to another in search of greener pastures. Such a person never reveals his plans and
programs to others. He is essentially secretive, and even in married life complete trust and
mutual understanding will be lacking.

The MOON further intensifies materialistic tendencies. This native attracts a beautiful
spouse, but whether he remains contented with marriage is difficult to predict; he could
become more interested in illicit liaisons. He is lonely so often that nothing sustains him for
long: he needs constant psychological support.

MERCURY in Capricorn in the Ascendant is not totally adverse. Spiritual proclivities are
always possible under this influence. It may bring poverty, make him work for others and
incur financial problems, but it will also bring him into contact with thoughtful and
influential people who help him in extraordinary ways. Intellectually- he possesses a deep
insight into human character and motivation. Leaning toward physical weakness, he is often
unable to establish a successful sexual rapport with his spouse.

VENUS will seem to promise material prosperity, but the results will fall short of
expectation. The individual will possess artistic talents, have a good education, and enjoy the
company of respectable people. But his interest in sex maybe exaggerated and he could lean
towards compulsive expressions of promiscuity.

MARS in Capricorn natives are exceptionally important people. Born under this planetary
placement in the Ascendant are leaders of the community who have certain spiritual goals to
achieve and new areas of hum an experience to explore. Such a person is regal in his
appearance, invincible in his onslaught, commanding in his approach, and full of energy and
warmth in his behavior. He is always victorious. He enjoys the confidences of his followers
and remains active until the end of his life. Such an individual is born to lead and in the
pursuit of his objective even martyrdom is no sacrifice.

JUPITER is debilitated in Capricorn and its impact is adverse, making the individual
miserable in many ways. He displays immense fortitude and tremendous forbearance, but
there are breaks in his education, unhappiness in his relationships, and a lack of wealth or
social status. Such a person will be a wanderer, filled with anxiety even when he wins
acclaim for his wisdom in foreign lands.

An individual with SATURN rising in Capricorn is exceptionally evolved, but his uniqueness
is not expressed in terms of Martian courage or victory over his enemies. Saturn gives
matured dispassion and enlightenment leading to liberation. A person born under the
influence of such a Saturn is certainly wealthy and leads society in some way. His primary
spirit manifests through his complete abandonment of the material conveniences of life. He is
not concerned about his outer expression or the way he looks; instead he is very particular
about the quality of his thinking and the impression he makes upon the society in which he
resides. Sex can be his greatest weakness and he is often attracted to an older, unloved or
rejected partner.

RAHU in the Ascendant burdens the native with family responsibilities and depression. He
may also suffer from skin diseases.

With KETU, in this position, there is a tendency to become melancholic. However, the native
will gain opportunities to develop his psychic faculties. Whenever a lunar node rises in
Capricorn, the native is deprived of a happy marriage.

Aquarius in the Second house helps the individual to acquire much money. His "treasure
house" will be filled with art objects; he may be a discriminating collector, through which
practice he profits. A man of few words, more renowned for wealth than generosity, such a
person may be unscrupulous in attaining his objectives.

With the SUN in this sign, the individual will be faced with a severe conflict in his mind: one
side of his nature will goad him to surreptitious activities while the other will urge him to
adopt ethical means. As a result of the perpetual conflict, he will not succeed in becoming
wealthy — though if the darker side predominates he may gain his possessions by outright
theft

The MOON occupying this sign will destroy the native's finances; he will become a libertine,
and thus lose much of his wealth. His family life may be difficult.

MERCURY will create a more favorable financial climate, though not without occasional
difficulties. It will, however, produce stability of mind, enabling the native to put his
speaking talents to some profitable use. In spite of various impediments on the way, he will
become renowned and respectable.
VENUS in this sign will produce affluence in the real sense. Wealth, renown, captivating
speech and the pleasant company of young women are common.

MARS will give wealth and property, but not respectability. The family life of the native will
be disturbed, and his children will often be rebellious.

JUPITER will enable the person to be comfortable with regard to money matters, but it will
not produce affluence, nor will it be effective in creating a happy family life. There will be a
tone of gravity and seriousness in one's voice, but it will lack conviction in view of the
native's poor financial position.

With SATURN here, the financial status of the person will be greatly improved. A man of
means he will be, but lacking in the respectability that Jupiter's influence could produce. His
longevity will be more satisfactory than his speech.

RAHU will be helpful in securing a good bank balance, but the native's relationship with
others will not be harmonious. He will regard other people the way a predator regards its
prey.

KETU may arouse ethical considerations in one's human relationships; such a person may not
be rich, but he is a well-meaning and helpful friend when his affection has been won.

The person with Pisces in the Third house is generally very popular and respected. He is
renowned for his wealth, sociability, good family surroundings, and hospitality.

When the SUN occupies this sign, the individual believes he has a secret mission in life. Such
an individual usually associates himself with esoteric and occult organizations. He keeps
respectful company and is regal in his relationships and in his attitude toward friends and
relations. He knows his worth and his way. He is courageous and strong; he leads others and
accepts none as his guide.

With the MOON in this sign, the individual loves the good life, good clothes and good food.
He wants to entertain lavishly but is henpecked and homesick, very loving to his own people
but always desirous of the company of the opposite sex.

MERCURY will make the individual sociable and talkative, but not very powerful. He has a
spiritual world-view and prefers to lead an introverted life, though he can mix well with
others.

When VENUS occupies this sign, the individual is well-educated and artistic. He keeps
company with other artists and talented persons. Professionally he is well placed, and
eminent persons are counted among his friends.

The individual becomes invincible when MARS occupies this sign. Generally he is pious but
warm, ethical but courageous, devoted to ideals but attentive to his siblings and friends.

When JUPITER occupies this sign, the individual is respectful and religious. He is a
philanthropist, and therefore weak persons and individuals of depraved character flock to
him, seeking advice and guidance. He himself believes in religious rituals and performs them
assiduously.

When SATURN occupies the Third house in Pisces, the individual is tormented in his
personal life, but always protected. He gains special importance in foreign countries and
many enduring friends come from abroad. His immediate surroundings, however, are not
very pleasant.

When RAHU occupies this sign, the individual is both spiritual and persevering. Although he
talks of high ideals, he lives shabbily.

With KETU in this position, the individual has an original way of looking at and approaching
the problems of life. He may be inclined toward alternative or unusual sexual relationships
and is generally very lonely.

Aries in the Fourth house produces restlessness and the urge to taste new experiences. It
is not a sign which will give stability to the individual: his love, affection, and his social
relationships will seldom be on an even keel His fickle mind is not the result of emotional
shallowness or lack of mental activity, but arises from his inability to tolerate routine life. He
wants change. He wants to explore new lands, experience new relationships. Instability in
career, infidelity in married life, and an urge to move from one place to another are part of
the basic disposition of Aries.

But when the SUN occupies this sign in the Fourth house, a spark of fresh energy shines
through the individual's life. He is capable of diving deeply into spiritual studies, for which
he may unhesitatingly sacrifice his most cherished possessions. When his ambition is aroused
and his imagination fired, he may strive for and achieve the highest goals in life. He will not
follow tradition or historical precedent, but will break new ground. He will be a leader to his
people and a patriarch to his family. He is always powerful, keeping the best company and
enjoying singular honors.

The MOON quiets the impulsiveness of this Martian sign but may still produce things new
and different The individual seems quiet, receptive, and sociable, but internally be is always
in tune with subtler forces. Exceptional psychic ability is common, for there are no
boundaries or walls to prevent the upsurge of the karmic past. Consequently, ill luck and
auspicious events are equally likely to manifest. There will always be a special subtlety,
novelty, and sympathy in the personal relationships of such an individual. He will be affluent,
live luxuriously, find marital happiness, and be religiously inclined.

MERCURY in this position will certainly make the individual intelligent, fond of traveling,
and able to live well. He may feel the invisible hand of God guiding everything, but he will
be unable or unwilling to respond wholeheartedly, and his life will generally be lived on a
superficial level.

VENUS will make the individual very libidinous, attracted to the opposite sex and fond of
socializing. He will be artistic and susceptible to flattery. His attachment to his children,
profession, and personal pleasures (especially of the sensual kind) will be great He will be
more poetic than logical, more excitable than intellectual, essentially a man of the world.

With MARS in the fourth house in Aries, the individual will be exceptional in many ways.
He will have the aura of greatness: whatever happens to him, it will never be orthodox,
traditional, or routine. His heart will be full of warmth which cannot be restricted to his
immediate family surroundings. He can never be accused of parochialism or nepotism: there
will be a feeling of universality in whatever he does, feels, or experiences. His warmth is at
times misunderstood: his spouse may accuse him of infidelity, his boss may judge him
unstable, and his friends may consider him frivolous and inconsistent. All these reactions
arise from his inherent urge for the new, his warmth towards everyone, and his tremendous
desire to mingle with all. This tendency may be expressed as vision, psychic sensitivity, or a
truly tantric sexuality. He will have a natural affinity with Mother Earth: he will love to work
on the land, possess much landed property, live in eccentric houses, and arrive at conclusions
without bothering about reason or deduction. He will never depend on anyone else, on any
outside or external support. His individuality will gain him the honor and respect of the
government. He will be wealthy but prone to extravagance.

JUPITER in this sign will make the individual popular, sympathetic, religious, god-fearing,
and engaged in a respectful vocation. His relatives will look to him for support, guidance, and
even sustenance. He may actually be deceived by his siblings and other relatives, and will
often be afflicted by illness. He is likely to become famous outside his own country or place
of birth.

SATURN in the Fourth house in Aries produces an extremely unhelpful influence. Any
benefic forces radiating from the karmic past are obscured by this planet, and the individual
gropes in the dark as if blindfolded. Depression and depravity often descend upon him so that
he is neither aware of his divine inheritance nor of his glorious destiny. His life is full of
suffering, and his dark clouds loom so thick that he may sink into serious depression or
abandon civilized society and traditional social decorum. Physically, he is likely to be
afflicted with several ailments, perhaps including heart attacks. Psychologically he feels
lonely, forlorn, unable to think logically, and bereft of all auspicious benedictions. He may be
involved in litigation and surrounded by hostile forces. His mother suffers on his account; he
receives neither love nor affection from her. In spite of these adverse influences, the
individual may become wealthy, though he will probably be tied to the material plane. He
may also be cruel, keep bad company, or suffer dishonor.

The effect of RAHU is adverse here. Under its influence, the individual wilt be deserted by
his relatives, depressed by disposition, and will live in a sub-standard house.

Under the influence of KETU, the individual may become disturbed, lonely, and
contemplative.
Taurus in the Fifth house is considered fortunate for progeny; under this sign the individual
begets children of good manners and learning. He secures social status, as a result of which his
personality, as well as his children, develop amicably. He is interested in the fine arts, social
sciences, and interior decorating.

When the SUN occupies this sign, the native's personal life is upset by several diseases which
make a deep impact on him. The number of his children is restricted and their health may not be
sound. As a student he will be considered very bright, but will fail to secure good results.

With the MOON the situation is very favorable. The native will have more daughters than sons;
his education will be smooth, and he will obtain recognition for his learning. Subjects dealing with
life and its development — chemistry, medicine, sociology, the fine arts and especially dance —
will be learned easily and with proficiency.

With MERCURY, the individual will be learned, religious and well-respected. His children will
be intelligent and well-mannered. There is a possibility of some break in his educational
career.

When VENUS occupies this sign, the individual is fortunate with regard to children, marriage,
and social status. His education is very orderly; at almost every stage of life he may expect
acclaim for his performance. He will be popular at parties.

MARS will disturb the native's mental composure through unhappiness with regard to children
and education. For women, there may be frequent occurrences of miscarriage. The sexual urge
of the individual will be impossible to satisfy, which may drive him into extra-marital
relationships. He will be agitated by the desire to achieve personal glory and will always feel
dissatisfied on that score.

JUPITER will bestow religious fervor, especially in terms of rituals and religious observances.
The birth of daughters is very probable under this situation. The individual will have a desire to
associate with learned persons and thus attain some enlightenment, but his worldly attachments
will also be very strong. He will be well-educated and will possess knowledge of the classics,
even though there may be gaps in his education.

SATURN will restrict the number of children, for which reason the individual is likely to feel
depressed. Unless Saturn is very positively aspected in the natal chart, the individual will not
be easily consoled. His whole life will seem stifled due to the absence of helpful offspring,
satisfactory social status, and the basic conveniences of life. Lack of academic credentials
will create difficulties in securing a good job.

RAHU, unless it is associated with the Moon, will bestow children, but they will not be much
help to the parents. The individual will be materially successful and will have expertise in
some highly specialized subject. If he goes into medicine, he may have surprising success.
KETU in this position will make the individual sexually self-indulgent and enamored of
unorthodox ideas. He may be shunned by society and his education will be disrupted.

Gemini in the Sixth house produces misfortunes which have their roots in previous
lives. An inner power compels the individual to follow a line of action which creates
difficulties for him. The ideas which induce him to take a stand against society may be
justified on idealistic grounds, but his actions are motivated by psychological compulsion. A
deeply felt concern for the rights of women is felt, leading to associations with particular
women who, whether for good or ill, are connected with the individual's karmic past. In these
relationships the individual who is discerning can find the hand of destiny. Troubles arise due
to the native's intense mental processes and through the opposite sex.

When the SUN occupies this sign the individual will have fierce confrontations with
authority. He will make decisions based on his ideals which actually leave him indigent and
send him into exile, but, having undergone the trial and faced the storm, he will come face to
face with his true self and be able to establish a rapport with this most secret and cherished
part of him.

With the MOON in this position, the individual will suffer on account of his spouse. The karmic
past may manifest in the form of abject poverty at some time in his life, and he may become
psychologically insecure, haunted by unknown fears. He may have stomach ailments.

With MERCURY in this sign and house, the individual will have financial difficulties. Though
eminently respectable, he may be involved in litigation. His stamina will be low.

VENUS increases the individual's sexuality to the point where it interferes with the rest of his
life. He tells lies, meets people surreptitiously, and gets involved in scandals. The possibility of
divorce, litigation, or loss of job is high.

The presence of MARS also agitates the sexual nature of the native so much that conventional
morality is cast aside. Family life is full of unhappiness, and the individual experiences almost
every kind of humiliation, persecution, litigation, divorce proceeding, physical injury, and bad
temper. These difficulties do not permit him to enjoy the fruits of his creativity.

JUPITER in this sign is a great help. It enables the individual to acquire money and status, though
he becomes involved in scandal and may have to lose a substantial amount of money in
litigation. Great expenditure on medical bills is also expected under this placement.

Loss of health and money are predicted when SATURN in the Sixth house occupies Gemini.
Some kind of criminal proceedings may be instituted against the native.

There is danger from diseases like tuberculosis or other degenerative ailments when RAHU
occupies this position.
With KETU in this sign, the individual's mind is so energized that the general public is not ready
to comprehend the significance of his ideas; this leads to his social persecution. Often he will
be humiliated and his company shunned because he does not enjoy popular approbation.

Cancer is a powerful sign in the Seventh. Under its impulse the individual is sometimes
possessed of insatiable sexual passion and may even break social and moral taboos to
obtain the object of his love. But with the slightest inclination towards spirituality, it is Cancer
which provides the equanimity of mind, tranquility of emotion, and expansion of consciousness
which enables the individual to move beyond his personal and familiar relationships. Whatever
course his relationships take, there is a great expenditure of vitality and effort Unassociated
with or unaspected by any planet, this sign is often a turbulent influence which the marriage
partners are generally unable to absorb; in business relationships as well, stability becomes
difficult to attain.

The SUN in this sign may destroy the marriage bond, but there is a great chance of the
individual becoming interested in paranormal phenomena. He is not content to work merely on
the physical plane of existence, but is interested in establishing a link with the secret and the
unknown. If he is not engaged in exploring the unknown dimensions of the human psyche, he
is likely to become involved in "secret" relationships.

The MOON in this sign makes the person extremely ambitious with a vision encompassing the
entire universe. Nothing is unattainable for him. He wants to conquer everything, human or
spiritual. He does not wish to be cruel and is generally lovable, amiable, and truly courageous.

MERCURY makes the individual intellectually passionate; his extramarital or socially

unaccepted relationships will be rationalized by his intellect, which will cause difficulties.
VENUS makes the native sensuous. He will be inclined to bow to the wishes of his marriage
partner and family members, provided they do not deny him his physical pleasure and
enjoyment He wants happiness, to which all other aspects of life are secondary.

One must beware of MARS in this position because it will upset the moral balance of the
individual and push him down to the lowest levels of sensual enjoyment. The native may spend
a great deal of time in the pursuit of sexual thrills and neglect his family. Physically, he may
contact serious afflictions. By deviating from the path, he may bring future calamity upon
himself.

JUPITER provides just the opposite kind of influence. The individual becomes respectable,
learned, and engaged in positive social activities; society looks upon him as an ideal
householder.

Under the influence of SATURN, the individual chooses his relationships from the working class
and uses them as stepping stones to better his career. His influence is generally depressing.

RAHU often makes the native unhappy; his spouse may either die or run away. He fails to
afford satisfaction to his sexual partners, and his relationships have a mercenary tone; he likes
to keep them concealed and secret

KETU negatively affects the sexuality of the individual. He is generally isolated from society
and considered peculiar, but is capable of developing paranormal faculties quite easily.

Leo in eighth is an intensely spiritual sign which raises the individual's consciousness.
This may occur either as the result of intense frustration with the world of materiality or as
the result of past forces which impel the individual to establish conscious relationship with
the Serpent Fire. In either case there is a feeling of worldly disenchantment, and the
individual either dries up emotionally or becomes united with the universal consciousness,
whereby the glory of' individual achievements pales into insignificance. .

The SUN in this sign provides a very powerful impulse which accentuates the zodiacal
influence. The native has a matter-of-fact appreciation of worldly conditions and is moved by
an impulse which leads him to the realization of his desired objectives.

The MOON disturbs the link between the individual and his eternal self; in fact, this
relationship seems a meaningless illusion. The native moves towards sensual gratifications,
disparaging well-established or socially approved channels. He becomes "burned out" in the
process. His peace of mind is disturbed and he falls victim to ailments which incapacitate him
in some ways.

Very disturbing experiences manifest under the influence of MERCURY. It bestows wealth,
renown, and a good intellect, but irresistible passions combined with anxiety regarding those
passions throw the individual out of gear. He may become something of a social pariah,
though his reputation and his position are usually saved through some fortuitous
circumstance.

VENUS is a lucky planet in this sign and house. Though the individual may suffer in
childhood and die unexpectedly in the prime of life, yet he will acquire a legacy, much
wealth, high social status and very intelligent children during" the short duration of his
existence. His spouse, however, will become a problem at some point.

MARS in Leo is eminently in its own fiery element. It destroys everything unwanted in life
and actively seeks spiritual experiences. The soul has elected to sacrifice material pleasure
for spiritual realization. This may happen through denial of marital happiness, absence of
social associations, loss of family inheritance, or abandonment from one's siblings. The
native must stand completely on his own. Accidents, surgery, problems with the blood or
diseases connected with the genito-urinary tract are the worldly trials which impel the native
towards his Higher Self.

JUPITER in this position loses its protective quality and operates by expanding whatever
conies within its sphere of influence. In so doing, however, it is aware of a need to expand
the native's spiritual awareness as well. Thus it contributes to an unhappy marriage, or to an
infatuation with someone who can never become an enduring partner. Marital compatibility
in general is poor, and sexual attractions soon lose their potency. The relationship with the
father is soured, and the mother's feeling towards the native are upset. Ultimately the
disenchanted worldly self stands face to face with the Higher Self - but it may be too late to
begin the present life afresh. .

SATURN is extremely powerful in this position, destroying all sense of a separate

personality, It produces excruciating pain which may be absolved through an understanding
of esoteric philosophy but which, in the absence of spirituality, leads the individual into
underhanded business dealings or professions. He may even become an unethical politician.

Rahu makes the native a law unto himself; at worst he may become a smuggler or drug dealer
who is always surrounded by chicanery. He may lead a very dirty life.

KETU in this sign arouses very deep pain which finally leads to the native’s psychological
unfoldment; he will succeed in his trials. He will be tempted by the glamour of modern life
and his nerves will be shaken. He will be plagued by diseases difficult to diagnose or treat. At
last, however, his consciousness will merge with the universal consciousness. His end will be
sudden.

Virgo in the Ninth- The spiritual awakening that occurs under Virgo is usually genuine and
may take the individual very far. The native is moved by an inward impulse over which he
has no control. People may (and often do) criticize him, but with Virgo in the Ninth house the
native is very strong-willed. He knows where he is going. He may seem to indulge in
immoral acts or practice hypocritical behavior, but he himself sees nothing immoral or
hypocritical in his actions: he simply does what his inner being impels him to do.

With the SUN in this sign, a self-centeredness verging on immorality often guides the life of
the individual. He may attain a very influential position, but inner feelings of inferiority rule
his life, arising from a basic security. Religion usually plays an unimportant role in his life.

With the MOON in this sign, the individual is much influenced by his spouse. He is very
attached to his relatives, is intellectual, and travels extensively. Spiritual pursuits are not
often part of his life.

With MERCURY in this sign the individual is once again an intellectual, carrying his family
and social responsibilities. Social action and intellectual achievement are his goals.

VENUS accentuates the materialistic proclivities of the individual. He earns money and
acquires social status, primarily in order to devote himself to acts of religious merit.
MARS in this position is a bit disturbing in the sense that the individual's energy does not
find the right channels of expression. He is unable to find sexual satisfaction, and in his
search for personal pleasure and a peaceful existence he often moves from place to place.
Wherever he goes, some problem pursues him. This absence of tranquility may drive him to
magic or the practice of planetary remedies, but even such means as these will ultimately
bring him to genuine spiritual knowledge.

JUPITER immerses the individual in material affluence and personal pleasure. He goes on
pilgrimage, undertakes overseas travel, performs religious ceremonies, and contributes
generously to charity. He is well versed in conventional religion.

SATURN in Virgo in the Ninth house may make the individual a kind of religious leader, but
there will be contradictions both in his teachings and in his actions. Such a leader may delude
foreign zealots, but his rituals will either be based on erroneous spiritual doctrines or
motivated by conscious deceit. Among ordinary people, this combination helps shape a
hypocrite.

RAHU in this sign leans toward alternative forms of sexual expression and financial
chicanery.

KETU makes the individual basically honest, resonating to a higher spiritual vibration.
Through the purification and sensitization of his mind, he is able to absorb nature's finer
forces and become a true devotee of the spiritual path. He is basically pious, distinctly
different from his fellows and convinced of the essential goodness of man.

When Libra occupies the Tenth house an unusual individual is born, but his life does
not begin on a happy note. Such an individual may suffer much. Society often fails to
understand his inner cravings, and even his well-intentioned actions are misconstrued.

When the SUN occupies this sign, the individual often suffers from some unknown
affliction which paralyzes his relationship with, society. He develops professional
difficulties, and a lack of stability in his mental composure may become evident.

With the MOON here, the native receives support from his marriage partner. His mind is
cool and his social relationships are balanced. He is very creative; his musical and artistic
talents are appreciated.

When MERCURY occupies this sign, the individual becomes very learned, religious, and
polished. He is respected and does a great deal of social work. His children are very
helpful and he attains a highly popular status in his profession.

When VENUS occupies this sign, the personal morality of the native is not of a very high
order, but he is very intellectual. His creative output, especially in visionary or
imaginative literature, is substantial. He becomes part of the social elite and his
hospitality is well-known.

MARs makes the individual rich, active, passionate, and warmhearted, though he
generally suffers unhappiness from his children. He will acquire sudden fame, perhaps
for his engineering and technological skills.

JUPITER does not produce very desirable results. The individual suffers from
contradictions in his life. Though he may obtain what others covet, he will fail to get
what he really wants. He has plenty of money, but may also incur the wrath of a large
number of people. His respectability and fame extend far and wide.

SATURN gives its best results in this sign because of its exaltation. The official, status of
the native rises very high. He attains a dignified position in some international concern,
employing a large number of workers. He becomes a leader of his people, but will also be
known for his sexual liaisons.

RAHU when afflicted may produce mental unbalance, servitude, or a tendency to become
involved in underhanded dealings.

KETU often opens the native up to alternative sexual preferences or produces awkward
social behavior.

Scorpio occupying the Eleventh house leads to earnings which are not very honorable.
Under it, gains may be appropriated under exceptional circumstances created by unfair,
unnatural, or deceitful conditions.

With the SUN in this sign, there is a faint possibility that the individual may earn money by
practicing black magic, crystal gazing, or other means of divination, but all too often, theft,
smuggling, misappropriation of funds and blackmail are more likely ways of acquiring
wealth. It is also possible that the native may be employed by a government office and
thereby manages to sell secrets for some considerations.

The MOON fares no better in this position. The native's marriage partner may become a
cooperator and abettor in criminal acts. Chances are good that the native will become a
smuggler.

With MERCURY in this position ethical considerations begin to dawn on the native and he
engages himself in activities which are socially approved, though generally he holds a
subordinate position and is always in need of money. The possibility of prosecution for some
irregularities cannot be ruled out unless other planetary combinations counteract this
influence.
When VENUS occupies this sign the native becomes loose in morals; his lascivious
tendencies may be pronounced, but he will earn a decent living. He will have his own social
circle where his amiability will be recognized.

With MARs, the native will earn his living by the sweat of his brow. He will lean toward
technical skills, more likely surgery than engineering. He will care for his family and will
have only limited luck with regard to money and children.

JUPITER will make the native's life respectable but hard. He will be troubled by his
colleagues and siblings. His marriage partner will be demanding. He will be engaged in a
teaching job or become a functionary in some religious institution.

When SATURN occupies this sign the native attains a good position in society and acquires
much property. His chief concern in life is the acquisition of higher financial and social
status; he suffers from tension. Death may come suddenly and unexpectedly, or as the result
of some malignant disease.

RAHU makes the individual a law unto himself; he may sometimes engage in disreputable
activities. Criminal proceedings may be started against him; his respectability is frequently
questionable.

KETU in this sign shapes an individual who is deeply in search of an esoteric philosophy of
life; it produces the hidden motivations of external action, encourages the search for occult
knowledge, and provides a justification for one's personal ethics. Under its influence the
native may not be rich or learned, but his life will be spiritually tempered. He may be isolated
from his colleagues, but will take great delight in serious contemplation. He will be of the
brooding type.

With Sagittarius in the Twelfth house, the individual wastes his resources, his energy, and
his wealth in deceiving others, associating with those who are immoral and self-seeking, and
humoring people from whom he expects favors. Such a person is very calculating as regards
his expenditures.

Miserliness is increased with the SUN in this sign, which produces great physical strain on
the native. All joy is absent from his life. In this emotional desert, there is hardly anyone with
whom he can share his difficulties and ordeals; he often gets into trouble with the
government. Towards the end of his life, he becomes sad and disillusioned.

The MOON in this sign leads to the denial of a happy married life. The fanaticism of the
native leaves him completely dead to the outside world. He is clear about his objectives, but
his ethics are suspect. There will always be some kind of secrecy regarding his activities, his
innermost desires, al1d his aspirations.

MERUURY will make the individual unwanted everywhere. He is very talkative, but his
words do not impress others. He has an interest in conventional religion, his expenditures
always exceed his income, and his health is never robust.
With VENUS, the individual loses many valuable opportunities in life. He has a clever mind
and his sensitivity is extraordinary. Many people are willing to help him, but his personal
sloth, sensual inclinations, clandestine affairs and rebellious temperament destroy his chances
of phenomenal progress.

MARS in the Twelfth house in Sagittarius creates complications in the life of the native. He
will be interested in spiritual development and will be able to surmount considerable
difficulties in life. There will, however, be basic contradictions in his nature. He will be
interested in money and sensual gratification; temptation has not lost its hold on him. But he
will also seek spiritu2l enlightenment and will succeed to some degree. This contradiction
disturbs his mental composure and social relations, as well as public reaction to the native.
He becomes a controversial figure.

JUPITER in this sign will produce some very auspicious results. The individual will succeed
in acquiring money and there should not be any financial problems. His mind will be well-
composed; he will not suffer from insomnia or mental anguish. He will be interested in
religion and spend a substantial amount of money in that field. He himself may be engaged in
observing ritualistic practices in order to gain spiritual favors.

SATURN can make the person mischievous, deceitful, and prone to engage in self-
destructive activities. There may be niggardliness, secrecy, or a lack of morals.

RAHU and KETU with both lead to the spiritual life, but Ketu will be more powerful in
making the individual accept misfortunes philosophically, while under the influence of Rahu
the native can easily become disheartened and depressed.