The Wheel of Horoscopy

Homa-Sva 7

Madhavasinha Likely the patron or author of this specific compilation describes the faults associated with the terminal points of certain astrological yogas, specifically: the end of Ganda, Parigha, Vyatipata, Vyaghata, and the powerful Mula and Mahashani original: 'antyatya-ganda-parigha...'—these are specific names of astronomical divisions or 'yogas' considered inauspicious. Further, he discusses positions related to the stars Anuradha and the relationships between fathers and sons. The text mentions the "Face of Fire" term: Agni-mukha|A specific degrees in certain nakshatras considered dangerous for ritual activity and positions where planets are "set" or invisible. Through a calculation involving a circular diagram original: 'chakreti', one identifies the fault known as Ekagala literally "One-throat," a specific astrological blemish.

On the Ten Great Faults

Now, the sage Lalla describes the Ten Faults original: 'Dasha Dosha':
In whatever constellation the Sun resides, and in whatever constellation the Moon is situated—when these are calculated and certain remainders are found, the results are the Ten Faults. These remainders correspond to the following numbers: 8, 4, 6, 8, 1, 9, 11, 15, 18, 19, and 20 original: 'mayu-veda-ritu-rupa...' expressed in traditional word-numerals. These Ten Faults are considered exceptionally powerful and destructive. They result in:

• Storms and fire
• Trouble from rulers or kings
• Theft and death
• Disease and conflict original: 'kali'
• Loss of property or land

The wise should always avoid these times for any sacred undertaking.

On the Fault of Planetary Conjunctions

The sage Narada describes the fault of Conjunction term: Yuti|When two or more celestial bodies appear close together in the same sign:
When the Moon original: 'Shashanka' is joined with other planets, various effects occur:

• Joined with the Sun: It brings certain poverty.
• Joined with Mars: It leads to death or chronic disease.
• Joined with Mercury: It results in childlessness.
• Joined with Jupiter: It brings good fortune.
• Joined with Venus: It leads to rivalry among co-wives or specific domestic challenges, though some consider it fortunate.
• Joined with Saturn original: 'Surya-putra' or Son of the Sun: It leads to renunciation or becoming a wandering ascetic note: This is considered a "fault" in a marriage context as it ends the domestic life.
• Joined with Rahu: It causes constant quarreling.
• Joined with Ketu: It results in daily suffering and poverty.

On the Seventh House from the Moon

From the text Bhujabala, the "Fault of the Friend" or "Mitra Dosha" is explained:
If certain planets occupy the seventh zodiac sign from the Moon, the bride suffers:

• If the Sun is there: She is abandoned and loses her wealth.
• If Mars is there: The woman meets her end or faces destruction.
• If Saturn is there: She suffers from widowhood or disease.
• However, if Jupiter, the Moon, or Mercury are in this position, they are considered "givers of auspiciousness" by some authorities.

On the Minor Planets and Omens

The sage Narada further describes the faults of Upagrahas term: Upagraha|Calculated sensitive points or "shadow planets" in the sky and natural omens:
Events such as earthquakes original: 'bhukampa' occurring in the 7th constellation from the Sun, lightning in the 5th, or specific placements of Saturn in the 11th, 8th, or 9th are all indicators of significant astrological interference that must be accounted for.