LEARN ASTROLOGY - LESSON 11 B

ASCENDANT-WISE AND HOUSE-WISE IMPACT OF NATAL/TRANSIT RAHU AND KETU IN A HOROSCOPE

The impact of Rahu or Ketu is dependent upon its closeness to the most effective point of the house both in the natal and transit charts. Rahu and Ketu may also be closely or exactly conjunct with or aspecting to some other planet placed in the houses occupied or aspected by them. During its transit, Rahu and Ketu slow down and almost crawl at a particular degree for more than two months twice a year. This happens after Rahu and Ketu have moved for about nine degrees at their normal speed. The impact of Rahu and Ketu at a degree where it is at a slow and crawling speed falling exactly on a particular house or a particular planet brings very stressful results to the significations ruled by the house or the planet.  When Rahu or Ketu cause an exact impact on a planet, the significations of the mooltrikona sign ruled by the said planet also get influenced besides the general significations of the planet. Suppose the natal planet Sun in an Aries ascendant chart falls under the exact transit impact of Rahu and/or Ketu then, it’s being the lord of the fifth house, the person may suffer from the significations of the fifth house, significations of the house of its placement and the general significations of the Sun such as job, father, son, social position, leadership position, digestion, cardiac functioning and matters pertaining to one's government.

Those people, who have the most effective point of their ascendants around the Rahu/Ketu stationary degrees or have any natal planets at these degrees, will have to be very careful, must exercise patience and also must perform the astral remedies for sailing through this time comfortably.

The impact of the transit conjunction/aspect is also dependent upon the natal strength of the planet itself and of the sub period lord. Suppose again that the Sun is under an exact impact of Rahu, the results may be materialistically beneficial if the natal Sun is strong. If the natal Sun is weak, due to any reason, the severity of stress may be more. The severity also depends upon the house from which the affliction is coming. As already said, the impact from malefic houses is more stressful since they carry the negative traits of the house occupied by them.  When creating an impact from the sixth house, the stress can be due to sudden health mishaps, accidents, financial difficulties, cheating or litigation.  When creating an impact from the eighth house, the stress can be due to setbacks to father, some life threatening event, prolonged obstructions, etc. When creating an impact from the twelfth house, the stress can be due to unplanned expenses, losses, hospitalization, government action, legal problems, etc.

When closely influencing weak planets or weak houses, Rahu signifies cheats, pleasure seekers, insincere and immoral acts, impulsiveness, salesmen, operators in foreign lands, wine merchants, drug dealers, conmen, poison dealers, etc. Such a Rahu also gives anxiety, apprehensions, fear psychosis, gambling tendencies, encroaching tendencies, greediness, uncontrolled desires, lack of contentment, etc. The deeper involvement in these tendencies makes the person a candidate for loss of reputation, state action, social boycott and employer’s action. The strong influence of Rahu on weak planets brings the incidence of negative personality traits, especially when Jupiter and the Sun are weak in the birth chart. The impact of affliction is more in cases where the Moon is badly placed and if one of the slow moving planets like Saturn, Jupiter, Ketu or Rahu is placed in any of the malefic houses in the natal or transit chart. It raises the anxiety intensity to unmanageable levels.

If Rahu and Ketu afflict the most effective point of a house (containing a natal planet's moolatrikona sign or any natal planet) or they strongly afflict any natal planet through conjunction/aspect then the significations of the afflicted natal planet are harmed.

In light of the above background we will now take up the impact of Rahu and Ketu in various houses for different ascending signs.

IMPACT OF RAHU IN ARIES AND KETU IN LIBRA

In these placements the strength of Mars, Sun, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn become important. If these planets are fairly strong in the birth chart, the problems may be less or manageable. If these planets are weak, the problems may be persisting and cause unmanageable stress. The impact is dependent upon the natal and transit strength of the planets. Strong natal afflictions cause prolonged setbacks while the transit afflictions to strong natal planets cause short lived stress. The strong transit afflictions to weak natal planets cause prolonged setbacks and chronic health concerns. For the various ascending signs the Rahu and Ketu impact is explained hereunder:

ARIES ASCENDANT

For Aries ascendant Rahu is in the first house while Ketu is in the seventh house. These persons will have ambitious plans. These can more or less work well if natal Mars is strong and Rahu is not near the most effective point of the house. If natal Rahu is close to the most effective point of the house then the person may face problems in health, studies, job, relationship and income matters. Some worries on account of emotional disturbance, losses in speculation and the poor performance of the child may also be there.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
For Taurus ascendant Rahu is in the twelfth house while Ketu is in the sixth house. Ketu could disturb one’s mental peace due to conflicts, diseases, job problems, relationship problems and some financial concerns. Rahu can cause stress due to additional expenses, hospitalization and involvement with the wrong company. Involvement in excessive fun activities may land the person in legal problems.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. Rahu gives lot of extra energy, enthusiasm and ambition to these people if Mars is strong in the natal chart. If Mars and Venus are weak in the natal chart, Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra can cause worries on account of health of spouse, business problems, partners and friends problems, losses in speculation and emotional stress. The person may face fortune setbacks.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the tenth house and Ketu is placed in the fourth house. Rahu can touch on job, relationship and health matters while Ketu could affect matters pertaining to one's mental peace, loss of assets and involve one in superfluous expenses.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

  
LEO ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the ninth house and Ketu is in the third house. The placement  of  Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra touches on matters pertaining to one's initiatives, business, relationship with siblings, father, progeny, studies, income and relationship issues.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eighth house and Ketu is in the second house. The placement  of  Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra touches on matters pertaining to one's health of father, longevity, sudden life threatening situations like accidents, financial setbacks, family problems, property issues, self health and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the seventh house while Ketu is in the first house. This placement could touch on matters pertaining to one's health, marriage, investments, income, journeys and social respect.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the sixth house and Ketu is in the twelfth house. The placement of Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra touches on matters pertaining to one's health of father, disputes, longevity, financial setbacks, frequent disturbances in family, property problems, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house. This placement could touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, health, marriage, investments, speculation, income, journeys and business ventures.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mars, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fourth house and Ketu is in the tenth house. The placement of Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra touches on matters pertaining to one's education, profession, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property issues, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mars, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. This placement could touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, business endeavors, health, professional issues, marriage, investments, income, journeys and job.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mars, Saturn, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house and Ketu is in the eighth house. The person may face additional stress if natal Mars or Jupiter is in Leo, Libra or Aquarius. The placement of Rahu in Aries and Ketu in Libra touches on matters pertaining to one's job, status, wealth, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property issues, self health and vices.  The stress also becomes severe when Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
IMPACT OF TRANSIT RAHU IN TAURUS AND KETU IN SCORPIO

ARIES ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters of health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. There are obstructions and earnings may cause concerns.  Things become more difficult when Sun or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence can cause stress in matters of one’s health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for diabetic patients and those suffering from breathing or stomach disorders.  Things become more difficult when Sun or Mercury is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence can cause serious stress in matters of health, disputes, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking marital peace may find the time quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  Things become more difficult when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
 CANCER ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of income, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and health. The success of future plans may get delayed. Investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from nervous or breathing disorders. Things become more difficult when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
LEO ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters of status, stay in foreign lands or distant places, relationships, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The health of mother may cause concerns.  Things become more difficult when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence can cause stress in matters of health, income, emotional happiness, marital affairs and job. The success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.  Things become more difficult when Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence can cause serious stress in matters of wealth, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, health, mental and domestic peace. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  Things become more difficult when Sun or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks.  Things become more difficult when Sun or Mercury is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, conflicts, financial stress, status, professional issues, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. Efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  Things become more difficult when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s studies, apprehensions, business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from renal disorders.  Things become more difficult when Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters one’s relationships, status, professional issues, disputes, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Persisting obstructions make life quite challenging. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from intestinal disorders or piles.  Things become more difficult when Sun or Venus is in the sixth, or eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

During the stay of Rahu in Taurus and Ketu in Scorpio, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health of one’s father, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous to have marriage or male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from stomach or renal disorders.  Things become more difficult when Mars or Mercury is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
IMPACT OF RAHU IN GEMINI AND KETU IN SAGITTARIUS

In these placements the strength of Mars, Sun, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn become important. If these planets are fairly strong in the birth chart, the problems may be less or manageable. If these planets are weak, the problems may be persisting and cause unmanageable stress. The impact is dependent upon the natal and transit strength of the planets. The natal strong afflictions cause prolonged setbacks while the transit afflictions to strong natal planets cause short lived stress. The strong transit afflictions to weak natal planets cause prolonged setbacks and chronic health concerns. For the various ascending signs Rahu and Ketu impact is explained hereunder:

 
ARIES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. These persons will have lot of initiative throughout if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house. The close affliction  of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, respiratory or renal disorders. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house while Ketu is in the eighth house. These persons will have a dynamic approach if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges to one’s father, wife, status, mother and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, or cardiac problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the first house while Ketu is in the seventh house. These people will have a lot of initiative if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges to one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, marital relationship, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, respiratory or renal disorders. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the twelfth house while Ketu is in the sixth house. Both of the planets are placed in malefic houses which will make the impact stronger with reference to diseases, disputes, financial difficulties, expenses and temptation for vices. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s family, status, wealth and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, psychological, renal or cardiac problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. These persons will have interest in mystical knowledge if Rahu and Ketu are away from the most effective point of the house. If Rahu and Ketu are near the most effective point of the house the person may perceive threats of the evil eye or black magic apprehensions. This position of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, psychological, renal problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the tenth house while Ketu is in the fourth house. These people will have a dynamic approach if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house and natal Mercury and Venus are fairly strong in the birth chart. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s mother, wife, status, male child and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, renal or cardiac problems. The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. These people will have lot of initiative in life if Rahu and Ketu are away from the most effective point of the house. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, respiratory or renal disorders. The stress becomes severe when Venus or the Sun is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eighth house while Ketu is in the second house. Rahu is badly placed. The afflicting position of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s family, status, properties and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, renal or cardiac problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the seventh house while Ketu is in the first house. These people will have lot of interest in excessive fun activities if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house. They will also take an interest in mystical knowledge. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, respiratory, psychological or renal problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the sixth house while Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both planets are badly placed and cause multiple challenges in life in matters of conflicts, expenses, diseases, financial difficulties, etc. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s family, status, wealth and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, renal or cardiac problems. The stress becomes severe when Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house. These people will have lot of ambition if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s father, younger brothers, business ventures, children and elder brothers. The person may suffer from stomach, respiratory, psychological problems. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the fourth house while Ketu is in the tenth house. These people will have a dynamic approach if Rahu is away from the most effective point of the house and the planets Jupiter and Mars are fairly strong. The close affliction of Rahu and Ketu can cause challenges for one’s family, status, assets and job. The person may suffer from teeth, eye, joint or lung problems. The stress becomes severe when Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF TRANSIT RAHU IN CANCER AND KETU IN CAPRICORN

ARIES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s health, relationships, status, job, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. There are obstructions and one’s job may cause concerns. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having male progeny may need to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The person may suffer from respiratory or digestion disorders. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s status, family, health, disputes, relationships, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking marital peace may find the time quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in their jobs do not get an early and good break. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. Investments may cause unexpected losses. The person may suffer from nervous disorders, renal problems or breathing disorders. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn are both placed in malefic houses. They may cause serious stress in matters of one’s status, stay in foreign lands or distant places, relationships, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect for those seeking a marital alliance gets delayed. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s health, income, emotional happiness, marital affairs and job. The person may have apprehensions regarding the evil eye and black magic activities. Success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The person may suffer from breathing or nervous disorders. The stress becomes severe when Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, health, mental and domestic peace. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The person may suffer from respiratory or nervous disorders. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer is badly placed in the eighth house. Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause serious stress in matters of one’s status, professional issues, parental health, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance gets delayed. The efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s health, business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The person may suffer from digestion or renal disorders. The stress becomes severe when Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn are both badly placed. They may cause serious stress in matters of foreign residence, disputes, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Persisting obstructions make life quite challenging. The person may suffer from intestinal disorders or piles. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in Cancer and Ketu in Capricorn may cause stress in matters of one’s progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous for marriage or male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The person may suffer from respiratory or digestion disorders. The stress becomes severe when Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF RAHU IN LEO AND KETU IN AQUARIUS

In these placements the strength of Mars, Sun, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn become important. If these planets are fairly strong in the birth chart, the problems may be less or manageable. If these planets are weak, the problems may be persisting and cause unmanageable stress. The impact is dependent upon the natal and transit strength of the planets. The natal strong afflictions cause prolonged setbacks while the transit afflictions to strong natal planets cause short lived stress. The strong transit afflictions to weak natal planets cause prolonged setbacks and chronic health concerns. For the various ascending signs the impact of Rahu in Leo and Ketu in Aquarius are explained hereunder:

 
ARIES ASCENDANT

For Aries ascendant Rahu is in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house. These persons will have ambitious plans. The plans can more or less work well if the natal Mars is strong and natal Rahu is not near the most effective point of the house. If Rahu is close to the most effective point of the house then the person may face problems in health, studies, job, relationship and income matters. Some worries on account of emotional disturbances, losses in speculation and the poor performance of one’s child may also be there.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth or eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
For Taurus ascendant Rahu is in the fourth house while Ketu is in the tenth house. These placements could disturb one's mental peace due to conflicts, diseases, job problems, relationship problems and some financial concerns. These placements will also cause stress due to additional expenses, hospitalization and involvement with the wrong company. Involvement in excessive fun activities may land one in legal problems.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth or eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. Rahu gives a lot of extra energy, enthusiasm and ambition to Gemini people if natal Sun is strong in the natal chart. If natal Sun and Saturn are weak in the natal chart, Rahu and Ketu can cause worries on account of one's health of family, business problems, partners and friends problems, losses in speculation and emotional stress.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house and Ketu is placed in the eighth house. More stress can occur when Mars is in Sagittarius, Aquarius or Gemini. Rahu can touch on one's job, relationship and health matters while Ketu will touch on matters pertaining to one's mental peace, loss of assets and involvement in superfluous expenses.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the ascendant house and Ketu is in the seventh house. The person may face additional stress if the natal Jupiter or Saturn is in Capricorn, Pisces or Cancer. The placement of Rahu in Leo and Ketu in Aquarius can touch on matters pertaining to one's business, father, progeny, and studies, living in foreign lands, income and relationship issues.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the twelfth house and Ketu is in the sixth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. The person may face additional stress if natal Jupiter or the Moon is in Aquarius, Aries or Leo. The placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's health of family, accidents, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, marriage, progeny, investments, income, journeys, apprehensions of evil eye or black magic and social respect.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the tenth house and Ketu is in the fourth house. This placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's health of parents, disputes, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, health, marriage, investments, income, journeys and business ventures.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the eighth house and Ketu is in the second house. The placement of Rahu in Leo and Ketu in Aquarius can touch on matters pertaining to one's job, status, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the seventh house while Ketu is in the first house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, business endeavors, health, professional issues, marriage, investments, income, journeys and job.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the sixth house and Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. This placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's job, status, wealth, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Mars is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
IMPACT OF RAHU IN VIRGO AND KETU IN PISCES

To fight the unfavorable influence of Rahu and Ketu one can strengthen one’s weak and afflicted natal planets and seek the protection of special propitiatory remedies for the functional malefic planets.  The impact of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces is discussed hereunder: 

ARIES ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence may cause stress in matters of health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, conflicts, and financial difficulties, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, health, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for diabetic patients and those suffering from breathing and stomach disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters of health, disputes, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking marital peace may find the time quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, parental health, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from nervous or breathing disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters of status, stay in foreign lands or distant places, relationships, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, income, emotional happiness, marital affairs, job and income. Success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, both of the planets are badly placed. This planetary influence may cause serious stress in matters of one’s health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. One has apprehensions regarding the evil eye and black magic activities. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s status, professional issues, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence. The person is apprehensive regarding the evil eye and black magic activities. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence may cause serious stress regarding matters of one’s relationships, status, wealth, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking employment or change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Persisting obstructions make life quite challenging. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from intestinal disorders or piles.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
During the stay of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces, this planetary influence could cause stress in matters of one’s health, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of marriage or male progeny may have to wait for a long time. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from stomach or renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Moon, Mars or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF RAHU IN LIBRA AND KETU IN ARIES

 
To fight the unfavorable influence of Rahu and Ketu, people can strengthen their weak and afflicted natal functional benefic planets and perform the propitiatory remedies for Rahu, Ketu and other functional malefic planets.

 
ARIES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu makes the person ambitious and excessively fun loving. During the stay of Rahu in Libra and Ketu in Aries, one is likely to face stress in matters of health, relationships and business ventures if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect for those seeking a marital alliance becomes difficult. The efforts of those interested in venturing into business do not succeed. One becomes risk oriented and financial/income stress is likely.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the sixth house while Ketu is placed in the twelfth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. Rahu brings in the incidence of diseases, debts, disputes, uncontrolled expenses and sudden problems. The person is likely to face stress in matters of foreign stay/visits, wealth, status, assets, marital happiness and parental health if the natal planets are weak. Speculative /risky ventures may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for chronic patients and those suffering from renal or intestinal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the fifth house while Ketu is placed in the eleventh house.  This placement can bring concerns related to one’s children, health, new business ventures, marriage and financial constraints. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, relationships and income if the natal planets are weak. Emotional peace is disturbed. Efforts for entering into a business venture do not get an early success. Efforts for a better income do not get an early success.   The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the fourth house while Ketu is placed in the tenth house. Rahu can bring problems regarding one’s marriage and professional matters. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, family relations, status, wealth and marital affairs if the natal planets are weak. The success of future plans may get delayed if the functional benefic planets are weak. Investments may cause unexpected losses. This placement indicates suffering from nervous disorders, joint pains or renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. This placement brings energy for new ventures with some amount of success. Some people are likely to derive material happiness. The person is likely to face some amount of anxiety. It indicates stress to one’s father, children, younger brothers or sisters and spouse. It causes problems when the natal weak planets are under the transit impact of Rahu/Ketu and if the person is running the sub period of a weak and/or afflicted planet.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the second house while Ketu is badly placed in the eighth house. This placement can cause sudden problems in job, loss of confidence and confusion. It gives unrealistic plans. Manipulations do not work. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, marital affairs and property issues when the functional benefic planets are weak. The success of future plans may get a setback. The sub-periods of these planets and prolonged transit of these planets is stressful and may aggravate problems.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the first house while Ketu is placed in the seventh house. This placement can bring concerns related to one’s children, health, new business ventures, marriage, income and financial constraints. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health and relationship matters if the functional benefic planets are weak. Emotional peace is disturbed. Efforts for entering into a business venture do not get an early success. Efforts for better income do not get an early success.   Such persons should not venture into a new business. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the twelfth house while Ketu is placed in the sixth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. This placement can cause sudden problems in one’s job, conflicts, loss of confidence and confusion. It gives unrealistic plans. Manipulations do not work. Rahu involves the person in excessive fun and vices. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, marital affairs and property issues when the functional benefic planets are weak. The success of future plans may get a setback. The sub-periods and prolonged transits of these planets are stressful and may aggravate problems.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the eleventh house while Ketu is placed in the fifth house. This placement can bring concerns related to one’s children, health, new business ventures, marriage, income and financial constraints. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health and relationship matters if the functional benefic planets are weak. Emotional peace is disturbed. There are fears regarding the evil eye and black magic activities. Efforts for entering into a business venture do not get an early success. Efforts for better income do not get an early success.   Such persons should not venture into a new business. The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the tenth house while Ketu is placed in the fourth house. This placement can cause sudden problems in one’s job, loss of confidence and confusion. It gives unrealistic plans. Manipulations do not work. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, marital affairs and property issues when the functional benefic planets are weak. The success of future plans may get a setback. The sub-periods and prolonged transits of these planets are stressful and may aggravate problems.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is placed in the ninth house while Ketu is placed in the third house. This placement can bring concerns related to one’s children, health, new business ventures, marriage, income and financial constraints. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health and relationship issues if the functional benefic planets are weak. Emotional peace is disturbed. Efforts for entering into a business venture do not get an early success. Efforts for better income do not get an early success.   Such persons should not venture into a new business. The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house while Ketu is placed in the second house. This placement can cause sudden problems in one’s job, loss of confidence and confusion. It gives unrealistic plans. Manipulations do not work. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, marital affairs and property issues when the functional benefic planets are weak. The success of future plans may get a setback. The sub-periods and prolonged transits of these planets are stressful and may aggravate problems.  The stress becomes severe when Mars or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF TRANSIT RAHU IN SCORPIO AND TRANSIT KETU IN TAURUS

To fight the unfavorable influence of Rahu and Ketu one can strengthen the weak and afflicted natal planets - especially the Moon and Mercury, if they are functional benefic planets, and seek the protection of special propitiatory remedies for the functional malefic planets. 

ARIES ASCENDANT

Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house while Ketu is in the second house. Rahu causes obstructions and gives life threatening experiences. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, relationships, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes difficult. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the seventh house while Ketu is in the first house. Rahu can bring these people in contact with others who believe in manipulations. The person is likely to face stress in matters of new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous for male progeny may have to wait. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for diabetic patients and those suffering from breathing and stomach disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the sixth house while Ketu is in the twelfth house.  Both planets are badly placed. Rahu can bring health concerns, conflicts and financial constraints. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. Those seeking marital peace may find the time quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
CANCER ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house.  Rahu can bring infatuation, emotional setbacks and problems in progeny matters. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed if the natal planets are weak. Investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the fourth house while Ketu is in the tenth house. Rahu can cause mental unrest and professional setbacks. The person is likely to face stress in matters of stay in foreign lands or distant places, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. Efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get and early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. Rahu can cause loss of confidence and confusion. It gives unrealistic plans. Manipulations do not pay. The person is likely to face stress in matters of health, income, emotional happiness, marital affairs and one’s job if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the second house while Ketu is in the eighth house. Ketu is badly placed. Rahu can cause loss of one’s reputation and problems in relationships. The person is likely to face stress in matters of relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the first house while Ketu is in the seventh house.  Rahu can give health concerns. The person is likely to face stress in matters of business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Manipulative tendencies cause stress. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the twelfth house while Ketu is in the sixth house.  Both Rahu and Ketu are badly placed. Rahu can involve the person in materialistic pleasures. The person is likely to face stress in matters of status, professional issues, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes difficult if the natal planets are weak. The efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. Rahu can make one ambitious and brings in some short lived financial gains. The person is likely to face stress in matters of business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence if the natal planets are weak. The success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the tenth house while Ketu is in the fourth house. Rahu can bring sudden difficulties in one’s professional and property matters. The person is likely to face stress in matters of relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Conflicts can make life quite challenging. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from intestinal disorders or piles.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. Rahu can bring sudden changes in one’s life, fortune and also excessive anxiety. The person is likely to face stress in matters of progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous for marriage or male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The sub period may be especially stressful for those who suffer from respiratory, stomach or renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF TRANSIT RAHU IN SAGITTARIUS AND KETU IN GEMINI

Those persons, who have Rahu near the most effective point of the ascendant or have any natal planet(s) under the close affliction of Rahu or Ketu will have to be very careful. To stay away from problems, it is better to perform the preventive astral remedies in order to sail comfortably through the sub periods or prolonged transit affliction spells. For the various ascending signs the Rahu and Ketu impact is explained hereunder:

 
ARIES ASCENDANT

 
For the Aries ascendant Rahu is in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. These people could have fluctuating income, anxiety and obstructions regarding new initiatives. This placement may give anxiety. One’s health and relationships may have to be taken care of. It may cause some worries on account of emotional disturbances, progeny, and losses in speculation, evil eye apprehensions, loss of income and poor performance of the child.  The Aries person will require special care when Sun or Venus is in Virgo, Scorpio or Pisces.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

For the Taurus ascendant Ketu is in the second house while Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house. Ketu will try to disturb one’s mental peace and cause some professional concerns. Rahu can cause stress regarding professional and personal matters. This placement indicates possibilities of life threatening incidents, loss of reputation, and separation in family as well as venturing into vices.  The Taurus person will require special care when Sun or Mercury is in Libra, Sagittarius or Aries.

 
GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu in the seventh house can give energy, enthusiasm and ambition to the person. It can try to create stress in relationships as well. This placement of Rahu can cause additional stress for those visiting or staying in foreign lands. The influence of Ketu in the ascendant will cause worries on account of one’s health, health of spouse, behavior of spouse and father. This placement indicates possibilities of problems for one’s father and children.  Some additional stress is seen when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the signs of Scorpio, Capricorn or Taurus. Gemini people may find some obstructions in their efforts.

 
CANCER ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the sixth house and Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both of the planets are badly placed and give severe stress. The influence of Rahu and Ketu will be unfavorable causing obstructions, health problems, conflicts, family problems and setbacks. The sub-periods of the afflicting planets are quite difficult. This placement indicates possibilities of cardiac or joint problems. This placement can also harm one’s relationships, health, financial position, assets, domestic peace and problems in the job.   Special stress may occur when Sun, Mercury, Venus or Mars is in Gemini, Sagittarius or Aquarius.

  
LEO ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the fifth house and Ketu is in the eleventh house. This placement indicates possibilities of stress with regard to one’s new business ventures, problems in income, problems in marriage, evil eye apprehensions, problems to and with friends, trouble involving excursions and health problems relating to respiratory system or digestion. This placement may cause additional health problems when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the signs of Capricorn, Pisces or Cancer.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fourth house while Ketu is in the tenth house. The influence of Rahu and Ketu can be unfavorable giving obstructions, health problems, conflicts, family problems and setbacks. The sub-periods of the afflicting planets are quite difficult. This placement indicates possibilities of cardiac or joint problems. This placement could harm one’s relationships, health, financial position, assets, domestic peace and problems in the job.  This placement may cause additional problems when Mercury or Venus is in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. If Libras do not venture into new areas, then they will have less trouble. Health issues may cause severe stress when Venus is in Virgo, Pisces or Taurus. This placement indicates possibilities of stress regarding new business ventures, problems in income, problems in marriage, evil eye apprehensions, problems to and with friends, trouble involving excursions and health problems relating to the respiratory system or digestion. Some additional stress is seen when Sun or Venus is in Pisces, Taurus or Virgo.

 
SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house while Ketu is in the eighth house. The influence of Rahu and Ketu can be unfavorable giving obstructions, health problems, conflicts, family problems and setbacks. The sub-periods of the afflicting planets are quite difficult. This placement indicates possibilities of cardiac or joint problems. This placement could harm one’s relationships, health, financial position, assets, domestic peace and problems in the job if the birth planets are weak. This placement may cause stress in professional matters and disturb mental peace when Sun is in Libra, Aries or Gemini. This influence also can make one vulnerable to loss of reputation besides giving setbacks in professional matters.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the ascendant while Ketu is in the seventh house. This placement indicates possibilities of stress regarding new business ventures, problems in income, problems in marriage, evil eye apprehensions, problems to and with friends, trouble involving excursions and health problems relating to the respiratory system or digestion.  One needs to remain cautious when Sun, Venus or Mercury is in Scorpio, Taurus or Cancer.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the twelfth house while Ketu is in the sixth house. Both planets are badly placed. This placement threatens one’s financial stability, health, losses on account of disputes, wasteful expenses, professional stability, over indulgence in carnal pleasures and intoxication, etc. The Capricorn people can become vulnerable to prolonged chronic diseases.  Special periods to be watched are when Mercury or Venus is in Sagittarius, Gemini or Leo.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. This placement indicates possibilities of stress regarding new business ventures, problems in income, problems in marriage, evil eye apprehensions, problems with friends, trouble involving excursions and health problems relating to respiratory system or digestion.  This placement will cause special concerns when Sun or Venus is in Cancer, Virgo or Capricorn.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the tenth house while Ketu is in the fourth house. The influence of Rahu and Ketu can be unfavorable giving obstructions, health problems, conflicts, family problems and setbacks. The sub-periods of the afflicting planets are quite difficult. This placement indicates possibilities of cardiac or joint problems. This placement could harm one’s relationships, health, financial position, assets, domestic peace and problems involving job. One’s health may be of concern when the Sun is in the signs of Libra or Aquarius.   This placement will cause special concerns when Mercury is in the signs of Leo, Libra or Aquarius.

IMPACT OF PLACEMENT OF RAHU IN CAPRICORN AND KETU IN CANCER

During the placement of Rahu in Capricorn and Ketu in Cancer people get the following results as per the ascending sign. If Rahu and Ketu are not causing close afflictions and are well placed, the level of stress is manageable except short lived stress during transit afflictions. The close influence on houses or natal planets for various ascending signs is as under:

ARIES ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the tenth house while Ketu is in the fourth house. Rahu gives ambitions plans. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of status, wealth, relationships, health, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. Rahu can bring Taurus people into contact with individuals guiding on a spiritual front. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having male progeny may need a lot of patience. Speculative investments can cause unexpected losses. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful for diabetic patients and those suffering from breathing or stomach disorders.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun or Mercury is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house while Ketu is in the second house. Rahu can bring sudden gains and obstructions. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. Those seeking marital peace may find the time quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the seventh house while Ketu is in the first house. Rahu can bring romanticism and adventures in life. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed if the natal planets are weak. Investments can cause unexpected losses. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful
for those suffering from nervous or breathing disorders.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the sixth house while Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both planets are badly placed. Rahu can cause undiagnosed health problems. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of stay in foreign lands or distant places, conflicts, health, financial position, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house. Rahu can cause a loss of confidence and confusion. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, income, emotional happiness, marital affairs and the job if the natal planets are weak. The success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.   This placement can cause special concerns when Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the fourth house while Ketu is in the tenth house. Rahu can give ambitious plans in real estate matters and foreign journeys. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, conflicts, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful for those who are suffering from lung disorders or knee problems.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. Rahu can give new business ventures. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks.  The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun or Mercury is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the second house while Ketu is in the eighth house.  Ketu is badly placed. Rahu can give greater social and public interactions. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of status, professional issues, conflicts, financial position, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull if the natal planets are weak. The efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun, Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the first house while Ketu is in the seventh house. Rahu in this placement can make one ambitious. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of health, business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence if the natal planets are weak. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments can cause unexpected setbacks. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful for those who are suffering from liver or renal disorders.   This placement can cause special concerns when Mercury or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the twelfth house while Ketu is in the sixth house. Both planets are badly placed. Rahu can bring interaction with foreign lands. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of relationships, status, conflicts, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace if the natal planets are weak. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Conflicts can make life quite challenging. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets is especially stressful for those who are suffering from auto immune disorders, intestinal disorders or piles.   This placement can cause special concerns when Sun or Venus is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

Rahu is placed in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. Rahu can give fluctuating levels of income. This planetary influence could cause stress in matters of progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income if the natal planets are weak.  The person could be apprehensive regarding evil eye activities. Success of future plans can get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous for marriage or male progeny may have to wait for success. Speculative investments can cause unexpected losses. The sub-periods of afflicting and afflicted planets and the prolonged transit influence on weak planets are especially stressful for those who are suffering from stomach or renal disorders.   This placement can cause special concerns when Mercury is in the 6th, 8th or 12th houses.

IMPACT OF RAHU IN AQUARIUS AND KETU IN LEO

For the various ascending signs the impact of Rahu in Aquarius and Ketu in Leo are explained hereunder:

ARIES ASCENDANT

For Aries ascendant Rahu is in the eleventh house while Ketu is in the fifth house. These people may have ambitious plans. The plans can more or less work well if natal Mars is strong and natal Rahu is not near the most effective point of the house. If natal Rahu is close to the most effective point of the house then the person may face problems in health, studies, relationships and income matters. Some worries on account of emotional disturbances, losses in speculation and the poor performance of the child may also be there.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
For the Taurus ascendant, Rahu is in the tenth house while Ketu is in the fourth house. These placements could disturb one's mental peace due to conflicts, diseases, job problems, family problems and some financial concerns. They may also cause stress due to additional expenses, hospitalization and involvement with the wrong company. Involvement in excessive fun activities may land one in legal problems.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

GEMINI ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the ninth house while Ketu is in the third house. Rahu can give a lot of extra energy, enthusiasm and ambition to these people if the Sun is fairly strong in the natal chart. If Sun and Saturn are weak in the natal chart, then Rahu and Ketu could cause worries on account of one's health, business ventures, partners and friends problems, losses in speculation and emotional stress.   The stress becomes severe when Sun, Venus or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house and Ketu is placed in the second house. More stress can occur when Mars is in Sagittarius, Aquarius or Gemini. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's job, relationship, health, mental peace, loss of assets and involvement in superfluous expenses.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the seventh house and Ketu is in the first house. The person may face additional stress if natal Jupiter or Saturn is in Capricorn, Pisces or Cancer. This placement may touch on matters pertaining to one’s business, father, progeny, studies, living in foreign lands, income and relationship issues.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the sixth house and Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. The person may face severe stress if natal Jupiter or the Moon is in Aquarius, Aries or Leo. The placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's health of family, accidents, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fifth house while Ketu is in the eleventh house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, marriage, progeny, investments, income, journeys, apprehensions of evil eye or black magic and social respect.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fourth house and Ketu is in the tenth house. This placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's health of parents, disputes, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the third house while Ketu is in the ninth house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, health, marriage, investments, income, journeys and business ventures. One could be apprehensive of the evil eye or black magic activities.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house and Ketu is badly placed in the eighth house. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's job, status, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health, litigation and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the first house while Ketu is in the seventh house. This can give a lot of ambition if Saturn and Mars are fairly strong in the natal chart. This placement can touch on matters pertaining to one's habits, business endeavors, health, professional matters, marriage, investments, income, journeys and job.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the twelfth house and Ketu is in the sixth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. This placement of Rahu and Ketu can touch on matters pertaining to one's job, status, wealth, health of mother, conflicts, longevity, financial setbacks, family problems, property problems, self health and vices.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Mars is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

IMPACT OF RAHU IN PISCES AND KETU IN VIRGO

To fight the unfavorable influence of Rahu and Ketu one can strengthen the weak and afflicted natal planets and seek the protection of special propitiatory remedies for the functional malefic planets.  The impact of Rahu in Virgo and Ketu in Pisces is discussed hereunder: 

ARIES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the twelfth house and Ketu is in the sixth house. Both of these planets are badly placed. This planetary influence may cause severe stress in matters of health, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, conflicts, financial difficulties, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes weak. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

TAURUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the eleventh house and Ketu is in the fifth house. This planetary influence can cause stress in matters of new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, health, marital affairs and income. The success of future plans may get delayed. The children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having male progeny may need to wait with patience. Speculative investments can cause unexpected losses. This influence is especially stressful for diabetic patients and those suffering from breathing or stomach disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
GEMINI ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the tenth house and Ketu is in the fourth house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, disputes, relationships, status, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking marital peace could find the same quite challenging. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CANCER ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the ninth house and Ketu is in the third house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, new business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, parental health, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. Investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from nervous or breathing disorders.  The stress becomes severe when the Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

LEO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is badly placed in the eighth house and Ketu is in the second house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's status, stay in foreign lands or distant places, relationships, professional issues, expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

VIRGO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the seventh house and Ketu is in the first house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, emotional happiness, marital affairs, job and income. Success of future plans may get a setback. Speculative investments may cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those suffering from breathing or nervous disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth or eighth or twelfth houses.

LIBRA ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the sixth house and Ketu is in the twelfth house. Both of the planets are badly placed. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, relationships, status, professional issues, and expenditures, mental and domestic peace. The efforts of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 
SCORPIO ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the fifth house and Ketu is in the eleventh house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's business ventures, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. One could have apprehensions regarding the evil eye and black magic type of activities. Success of future plans may get delayed. Children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks.  The stress becomes severe when Sun or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT

Rahu is in the fourth house and Ketu is in the tenth house. This planetary influence can touches on matters pertaining to one's status, professional issues, mental and domestic peace. The marital prospect of those seeking a marital alliance becomes dull. The efforts in general of those seeking to acquire immovable properties get a setback. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break.  The stress becomes severe when the Sun, Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

CAPRICORN ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the third house and Ketu is in the ninth house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's business ventures, emotional happiness, marital affairs and foreign residence. The person may be apprehensive regarding the evil eye and black magic type of activities. Success of future plans may get delayed. The children may not be able to make good grades. Speculative investments may cause unexpected setbacks. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Mercury or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the second house and Ketu is badly placed in the eighth house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's relationships, status, wealth, professional issues, and expenditures, mental and domestic peace. Those seeking employment or a change in professional ventures do not get an early and good break. Persisting obstructions can make life quite challenging. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from intestinal disorders or piles.   The stress becomes severe when Sun or Venus is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.

PISCES ASCENDANT

 
Rahu is in the first house and Ketu is in the seventh house. This planetary influence can touch on matters pertaining to one's health, progeny, emotional happiness, marital affairs and income. Success of future plans may get delayed. The children may not be able to make good grades. Those desirous of having marriage or male progeny may need to wait for a long time. Speculative investments can cause unexpected losses. The period is especially stressful for those who are suffering from stomach or renal disorders.  The stress becomes severe when Moon, Mars or Mercury is placed in the sixth, eighth or twelfth houses.