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...a woman with a cheerful face, who is charitable, learned, and free from disease. || 11 || She practices discipline and yoga The text here is slightly fragmented but refers to spiritual or physical discipline. She is of a humble nature, visits holy pilgrimage sites original: sutīrthā, avoids those of low character, and is wise. Like the legendary Savitri A famous figure in Hindu tradition representing the ideal of a devoted and courageous wife, she is exceedingly humble and constant. || 12 || Thus ends the results of the Sun’s cycle.
Mars in the First House
When the Son of the Earth original: nabhisutaḥ; a title for the planet Mars is positioned in the first house Lagna: the ascendant or the house of self, it produces a woman from a great family who is often sickly or prone to anger. Although she is humble by nature and free from greed, she may be associated with wicked or difficult people. || 12 Verse numbering in the manuscript is inconsistent ||
Mars in the Second House
Staying in the house of wealth Dhana-sthāna: the 2nd house, the Son of the Earth original: jatanayo makes a woman tall but lacking in wealth and beauty. Such a person is excessively driven by desire, prone to illnesses, and characterized by intense, censurable anger. || 13 ||
Mars in the Third House
The Earth-born planet original: mahījo; Mars in the third house produces a woman who is exceedingly virtuous and very fortunate. She is respected by her husband's family for her cleverness, is famous, and is blessed with children who are free from disease. || 3 ||
Mars in the Fourth House
The Son of the Earth original: jatanayaḥ in the fourth house produces a woman whose actions are frustrated or destroyed. She lacks beauty and elegance, is impoverished, and is constantly rejected and sorrowful among people. || 4 ||
Mars in the Fifth House
In the house of pleasure original: rata-sthitō; likely referring to the 5th house of children and pleasure, the Son of the Earth produces a woman who is miserly and lacks resources. She suffers from various types of bad company, lacks children, and loses her kinsmen.
Mars in the Sixth House
When the Son of the Earth is in the sixth house, he produces a woman who conquers her enemies. Though she may face some pain regarding her offspring, she is loved by good people and is free from the various agonies of disease. || 6 ||
Mars in the Seventh/Eighth House
The Son of the Earth original: sutaḥ in the house of enjoyment original: bhōga-sthita; often referring to the 7th or 8th house in this context always produces widowhood original: vidhatāṃ; literally the state of being a widow from a young age. She lacks intelligence, is separated from her husband’s family, and is ill-tempered...
...and devoid of good qualities. || 7 ||
Mars in the Seventh House
When the Son of the Earth original: nabhisutaḥ is in the seventh house, it produces a woman who suffers from diseases, is separated from her friends, and is born into great grief and sorrow. She lacks the grace and charm of a swan and is devoid of beauty. || 8 ||
Mars in the Ninth House
Positioned in the house of righteousness Dharma: the 9th house, the Earth-born planet original: natanayo makes a woman unrighteous and bitter. She lacks character, is rejected by virtuous people, and is always fond of drinking wine. || 9 ||
Mars in the Tenth House
In the house of action Karma: the 10th house, the Son of the Earth produces a woman inclined toward bad deeds and of poor character. Devoid of virtue and unrighteous, she is entirely lacking in modesty. || 10 ||
Mars in the Eleventh House
The Earth-born planet original: mahījaḥ in the house of gains Lābha: the 11th house makes a woman very modest. She has a friendly nature, follows righteous customs, is a devoted wife, and is deeply committed to her faith. || 11 ||
Mars in the Twelfth House
In the house of loss Vyaya: the 12th house, the Son of the Earth produces a woman who is devoid of compassion and good qualities. She is addicted to drinking wine, follows bad paths, and lacks all charm. || 12 || Thus ends the results of Mars.
Mercury in the First House
The Gentle Planet original: saumyaḥ; a title for Mercury in the first house Tanu: the house of the body/self makes a woman beautiful and devoted to her husband. She is attached to the laws of righteousness, is learned, and is honored by people for her skillful and pleasant speech. || 13 ||
Mercury in the Second House
The Son of the Moon original: sōmasutaḥ; Mercury in the second house produces a woman endowed with wealth, a beautiful heart, and a lovely form. She is engaged in righteous deeds, possesses great prosperity, and is full of good qualities.
Mercury in the Third House
The Son of the Moon in the third house produces a woman who is wealthy and blessed with sons...