Answers to your questions – Empty Houses. Ruler of the house. Karaki in horoscope

    Author
    Tatiana Kalinina

    Date
    September 29, 2020

    “1. Introduction

    Issues of astrology often generate a lot of discussion and interest among lovers of this ancient science. Among the many aspects of astrological analysis, understanding house rulers, empty houses, and various astrological concepts such as “house master” are major topics of discussion. These topics often cause confusion and questions among aspiring astrologers. Today, we are going to look at a few key aspects related to house management, absence of planets in houses and the meaning of various astrological positions.

    2. Understanding house rulers

    2A. Identifying the ruler of a house

    A house ruler is the planet that rules the sign placed in a particular house in the horoscope. Determining the ruler of a house is quite simple. For example, if the sign of Aries is in the first house, the ruler of the first house will be Mars, because it rules the sign of Aries. The same rule applies to all other houses and signs of the zodiac. It is important to realize that the ruler of the house can vary from person to person, depending on their individual natal chart.

    2B. Examples from Vedic Astrology

    Vedic astrology uses the equinoctial house system where all houses are equal to 30 degrees. This makes it much easier to determine the rulers of the houses. If the fifth house is located in Leo, the ruler of that house is the Sun. In the sixth house, if there is Virgo, the ruler will be Mercury, and so on. Each sign has its own ruling planet, which makes the system quite transparent to study and analyze.

    2C. Differences between Vedic and Western astrology

    Western astrology uses an unequal house system where houses can be of different magnitudes. One house may contain several signs or only a part of one sign. In such a case, the cusp of the house becomes an important concept – it is the degree of the zodiac sign from which the house begins. In Western astrology, the ruler of the house is the planet that rules the sign on the cusp of the house.

    3. Empty Houses

    3A. Meaning of absence of planets in houses

    Absence of planets in any house is not necessarily a bad sign and does not mean that this house will be empty in terms of events or results. Astrology distinguishes between significant and insignificant absence of planets. The host of the sign located in that house can be very strong and accentuated, which will bring results and prosperity to the house, even with the absence of planets in it.

    3B. Influence of a strong house master

    The master of the house plays a key role in the activity of the house. Even if there are no planets in the house, the master of the sign may be strong enough to ensure prosperity and success in the affairs of that house. For example, if the master of the sign located in the seventh house is strong and in a favorable position, the house will prosper despite the absence of planets in it.

    3C. Seventh House Example

    For the seventh house, the absence of planets may even be preferable. Fewer planets reduces the likelihood of instability in a marriage. Of course, there are exceptions. For example, if the seventh house has planets in exaltation or in its own sign, it can have a positive effect on the marriage relationship. In general, the absence of planets in a house is not a sign of lack of success.

    4. Host of 1 in 10 and host of 10 in 1

    4A. General Principles

    When it comes to the positions of the planets in the horoscope, it is important to consider their influence on the various houses. The host 1 in 10 and the host 10 in 1 are important positions that can have a significant impact on a person’s career, status, personal life, and other aspects of life.

    4B. Host 10 in 1.

    Host 10 in 1 indicates that a person will achieve success in career and may start his own venture that will prosper. The impact of career on personal life will also be significant. If the 10th house host is a malefic planet, it may adversely affect the health of the person or his relationship with his spouse as the malefic planet will influence the first and seventh house.

    4C. Host 1 in the 10th

    The host 1 in 10 also indicates success in career and an opportunity to start a business. However, the influence of this position is seen more in the fourth house, which is associated with residence, real estate and comfort. Periods of career success may be accompanied by the acquisition of real estate or changes in the place of residence. A malefic planet in this position may cause health problems or emotional difficulties.

    4D. Comparative Analysis

    The main difference between these positions is which houses they aspect. The host of 10 in 1 aspects the seventh house, affecting marital relationships and health. The host of 1 in 10 aspects the fourth house, leading to changes in residence and property. While both positions point to career success, their effects differ depending on the particular aspect of the houses.

    5. Meaning of Caracus in the 10th house

    5A. Differences between chasing and prosperous karaka

    Karakas are planets that indicate major life signs. If a oppressive karaka (afflicted planet) is in the 10th house, it may mean that it will be more difficult for a person to succeed in career due to constant obstacles and resistance. On the contrary, a prosperous karaka indicates ease and success in professional life.

    5B. Influence of other karakas in 10th house

    Other karakas, such as Amatya karaka, can also have a significant impact on career by being in the 10th house. Amatya karaka flourishing in the 10th house can indicate great success and significant achievements in the career. However, this value may vary depending on other factors in the horoscope.

    5C. Limited significance of karak in the analysis

    Karakas are mostly used as a moving tool to analyze the horoscope. Their position in the 10th house, in and of itself, does not carry much significance unless other aspects of the horoscope and dynamic events such as transits and dasha periods are taken into account. It is important to consider the karakis in the context of the overall horoscope analysis to get a complete and accurate forecast.”

    “6. Analyzing Houses from the Moon

    A. Basic Principles
    Analyzing houses from the Moon is as important as analyzing from the Lagna. Houses from the Moon allow us to understand a person’s emotional state and attitude towards current events. Transits of planets through these houses show how a person will perceive current events and how they will affect his inner state.

    B. Comparison with lagna houses
    Unlike lagna houses, which show objective events and states in a person’s life, houses from the Moon emphasize more on the subjective perception of these events. For example, the transit of the sixth house from lagna can mean certain difficulties, and from the Moon – emotional experiences associated with these difficulties. Thus, analyzing the houses from the Moon complements the overall horoscope by providing a more complete understanding of various aspects of life.

    C. Examples of using transits from the Moon
    Suppose a planet’s sixth house transit from the Lagna intersects with an eighth house transit from the Moon. This means that the person will face difficulties not only on an objective level, but will be emotionally affected by them. If from the Moon it is, let’s say, the second house, then a person can face difficulties, but emotionally experience them will be easier. The analysis of houses from the Moon helps to put the whole picture together, which makes the forecasts more accurate and versatile.

    7. Additional Lagnae

    A. Sri lagna, chor lagna, ghatiko lagna
    Additional lagna such as Sri lagna, Hor lagna and Ghatiko lagna are used for more detailed analysis of the horoscope. Sri lagna shows moments of happiness and pleasure, chor lagna shows moments of monetary prosperity and ghatiko lagna shows moments of fame and renown. These lagna’s help in understanding in which periods a person may experience significant events in the mentioned areas.

    B. Their meanings and uses
    Lagnae are used in different sign periods of the horoscope. For example, if Sri lagna falls in an auspicious house, it may indicate a period of happiness and contentment. Hor lagna in a positive position predicts favorable financial periods, and ghatiko lagna indicates an opportunity to achieve fame and recognition. These lagna are especially important during periods of intense life events, such as major achievements or significant changes.

    C. Influence in dynamic instruments
    Dynamic tools, such as interpretations based on the complementary position of the lagnas, help determine when and what events are likely to occur in a person’s life. For example, if a Sri lagna happens to be in the eighth house during a particular period, it may indicate temporary periods of dissatisfaction or loss. Thus, additional lagnas are used for more accurate and nuanced analysis, complementing the basic horoscopic data and providing a more complete picture of possible events.”