Neelakantha's Persian Astrology (1926) - Page 8

The nature of this sign is watery; it is a water sign original: "jala-rashi". It is moist, smooth, and characterized by a strong tendency toward procreation and a deep attachment to women. The word "also" implies a combination of these traits. Its caste is Brahmin the priestly or scholarly class.

It is auspicious, gentle, and rules the northern direction. It rises irregularly original: "vishamadoya," referring to the astronomical timing of the sign's appearance on the horizon and possesses a share of noble fame. || 13 ||

On Elemental Friendships and Enmities

Now, having described the nature of the signs, the author explains the divisions of friendship and enmity among them:

Friendship exists between the groups of Earth and Water, and between Fire and Air. Otherwise, there is enmity.

The latter half of Sagittarius is four-footed; the first half of Capricorn is aquatic.

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The friendship between the Earth signs and Water signs is natural. Similarly, the friendship between the Fire signs and Air signs should be understood. In contrast to this, there is a state of enmity original: "ari-bhava". This means that when considering the compatibility between a father and son, a woman and man, or a master and servant, friendship should be predicted if their signs belong to the Earth and Water groups.

The same applies to the Fire and Air groups. Otherwise, one must declare enmity. For example, Earth and Fire, or Earth and Air, are inimical groups. If both individuals belong to the same elemental group (e.g., both are Earth), then there is a state of great mutual affection.

Furthermore, while discussing the nature of the signs, the author applies the "Lion’s Glance" rule term: "Simhavalokana-nyaya" — a Sanskrit metaphorical principle where one looks back at what was previously stated while moving forward, like a lion pausing to look behind to clarify specific forms for Sagittarius and Capricorn. In the latter half of Sagittarius, it is considered four-footed quadrupedal. In the first half of Capricorn, it is considered aquatic water-dwelling. || 14 ||

On the Humors and Castes

To explain the results of these sign characteristics, the author briefly describes their physical temperaments term: "Doshas" — the three bodily humors in Ayurvedic medicine:

Bile, Wind, Mixed, and Phlegm: these follow the signs in groups of three. The Warrior, Merchant, Laborer, and Priest castes also follow the signs. All results should be determined according to the sign.

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The temperaments are assigned as follows:

Aries: Bile Pitta
Taurus: Wind Vata/Anila
Gemini: Mixed Dhatu-sama; a balance of all three humors
Cancer: Phlegm Kapha

This cycle repeats: Leo is Bile, Virgo is Wind, Libra is Mixed, and Scorpio is Phlegm. Likewise, Sagittarius is Bile, Capricorn is Wind, and Aquarius is Mixed...