The Influence of Mars

If the planets are favorably inclined through the grace of a youthful spirit, the individual experiences the joy of being seen by friends. However, without such grace, one may not receive gifts of land or fine garments from the ruler original: "bhumi-pattat"; referring to a king or landowner.

When Mars original: "Kuja"; the planet associated with energy and conflict resides in the Fifth House the house of progeny and intelligence; original: "Panchamo", it strengthens the digestive fire original: "jatharagnim"; the internal fire responsible for digestion according to Ayurvedic tradition. Yet, I know not why—indeed, I know not why—it may also act to destroy. At such a time, the intellect original: "mati" becomes diminished or unstable; it appears to us as milk that is constantly being consumed or changed.

If the planetary alignment is not pure, even with the strength of sacred chants original: "mantra" and combined power, one does not find happiness. In this state, the maternal uncle original: "matulo" provides no benefit to the heart’s desires. Without the proper alignment, even with the support of friends or the hand of a powerful protector, one finds no success in commerce. Peace remains elusive when Mars original: "Medinija"; literally 'born of the earth' is afflicted in the Seventh House the house of partnership and marriage; original: "Saptame", often leading to strife between spouses original: "dampati".

What use are other auspicious planets original: "khacharah" if the Son of the Earth Mars; original: "Bhumisunu" is placed in the Eighth House the house of longevity and obstacles; original: "Ashtamam"? Even if a friend makes a virtuous effort, or if one seeks the protection of the King’s own bow in the heavenly realm, the results may be grim.

In the forest of misfortune, a fierce Mars original: "Mahogra" does not bring auspiciousness original: "mangalam" to the house it occupies. Whether it be the first-born or a brother original: "sodaro", when the results of past actions ripen in a state of turmoil, can there be any true welfare? Peace is not found among the people or through the King's middle-path if Mars has already determined a different end through its own power.