Mesha Rashi – Graha Transit Analysis – Q1, 2011

The first quarter of the Hindu calendar year in 2011 starts on April 04 and ends on July 01. April 04 marks the start of Chaitra masa, followed by Vaishakha masa and Jyeshtha masa.
This is the graha transit analysis for the first quarter of the Hindu calendar year in 2011 for those individuals who have their Natal Moon in Mesha.
Chaitra masa begins on April 04 and is most known for four events. First, it is the start of our New Year. Secondly it also contains the vasant navaratri that includes the celebration of Ram’s birthday on Ram Navami. Thirdly it heralds the movement of the Sun to Mesha which is his sign of exaltation. This is marked with the celebration of Vishu in Kerala. Last but not least, and one of my favorites, Chaitra Poornima is the birthday of Lord Hanuman.
While the start of a new year brings with it new hope, for Mesha Rashi individuals, this will not be the case, this year. Let’s look at the reasons why.
I will start with the positives. Out of nine planets, only one planet remains in the same sign throughout this quarter and the next and that is predictably Saturn. Saturn is in the sixth house of Kanya (Virgo) and that is all goodness. Saturn is only beneficial in three houses – the sixth being one of them. The sixth house is also an Artha house so material gains and an increase in assets is in the offering. The sixth house is the ninth house from the tenth house of profession thus representing good luck for one’s profession and Saturn being the natural karaka for profession will certainly positively influence this area of your lives. Treat your sub-ordinates with care and you will highly benefit from their support and loyalty. Remember Saturn is very compassionate towards those less fortunate than the norm, so be sure to use this time to act on improving the working conditions of those who are in your team. A word of caution however: Saturn is the slowest planet and that reflects on the way he bestows specific results as well. A well placed Saturn will confer you with benefits but it will be slow to materialize. Do not expect sudden windfalls of gain or professional growth.
Now for the not so good transits. In Chaitra masa (April 04 – May 03) four of the remaining seven (discounting Moon) are in the 12th house of loss and expenditures. These are Sun, Mercury, Jupiter and Mars. Of the lot, Mercury is beneficial in the 12th house and since he is lord of the third and sixth, expect short travels related to work. You may also experience happiness from events happening to your siblings. Sun, Jupiter and Mars are all negative transits in the 12th house. This can result in an increase in expenditures (and expenditure related anxieties) that relate to travels, illness, inheritance, luxury items and spritual pursuits. The confluence of the 9th and 3rd lords in the 12th also indicate immigration and foreign settlement. Last but not least, expenditures and worries related to your children can increase this month.
All of the above are considered negative generally – however specifically each of you might experience this very differently based on your individual circumstance. Proactively spending money on charity and spiritual pursuits is a good option in this month. Furthermore Akshaya Tritiya is on May 06 this year – If possible, try and target your expenditures on this day for gold which will also last you longer as an asset (Artha). Rahu is in the 9th house of spirituality – so be very cautious when spending on religious causes – you might be disillusioned or cheated as a result. Ketu is in the 3rd house of communication and you might find yourself not having to tread as carefully with your words. Plain speaking will be appreciated and welcomed from most quarters. Please note that towards the middle of Chaitra masa, Sun exits the 12th house and Venus enters it. This will further ease the issues around illness and focus more on the expenditures that relate to the pleasure of you and your partner.
Vaishakha masa (May 04 – Jun 01) brings an altogether different experience. All of the planets that were huddled together in the 12th house have now moved to your Rashi. Joining the exalted Sun is Mars, Mercury, Jupiter and lastly Venus. Once again the results is a mixed bag. Jupiter while not happy will certainly help ease the issues related to your children and your spiritual progress. Foreign travel will also be most manage-able. The other significant transit is that of Rahu/Ketu to your eight and second house respectively. This transit will continue to give you difficulty in the form of issues with inheritance, threat to assets and a seperation from your family members.
In the last month of the quarter – Jyeshtha (June 02 – Jul 01), the melee of planets will begin to move forward quite rapidly and gradually disperse. Mercury will lead the charge swiftly entering his own sign – Mithuna – on 13 Jun. He will be followed by Sun and Venus thereafter. Mercury’s transit while uneventful will however relate to matters of communication.

Purushartha reading:
(Apologies – I do not have access to my home laptop where I can build a graphic)
Dharma: Red
Artha: Green
Kama: Yellow
Moksha: Green
Here are some proactive actions for you to consider:
– Spend some quality time with your children and know they will be in need of your support more than usual this quarter.
– Expenditures will arrive at your doorstep from many different places. Try and accept this without letting it worry you more than it warrants. If possible, target your expenditures towards long-term assets (given Saturn’s support).
– Schedule some time to spend with your family, especially your siblings. This will help distract your attention from your own anxieties.

Mesha rasi: What’s in store for you in 2010?

Mesha rasi: Ashwini, Bharani, 1st pada of Krittika

Mesha rasi individuals can look forward to a 2010 that is led from the front. Mars, lagna lord begins the year from the 4th house of Karka (Cancer), concerning one’s mother, property and vehicles. Jupiter, 9th/12th lord is well placed in the 11th house of gain while Saturn, 10/11th lord, a malefic, is very well-placed in the house of Kanya (Virgo) which is the 6th from lagna. 2009 also witnessed the movement of Rahu/Ketu who are now for Mesha Rasi individuals placed in the 9/3 axis of Dhanu (Sagitarius) and Mithuna (Gemini). This is the least favorable of the planetary alignments for Mesha rasi individuals.
Here’s a look at the chart which indicate that Saturn, Rahu and Ketu are more or less static [in the same house throughout the year], while Jupiter and Mars are mobile towards the second half of the year.

Detailed analysis:
1. Task master Sani is steadfast and behind your efforts:
In the sixth house of Kanya (Virgo), Sani, your lord of profession and gains is well-placed. Firstly, a malefic in a dushtana is good, doubly so when that malefic in question is Sani and the house the sixth.
– The sixth house is ninth from the house of profession and so expect fortune to be on your side. Sani reflects not only hard work but also consolidation of efforts towards growth.
– Mesha rasi individuals can also expect to travel more in 2010.
– A word of caution however: Be more aware of your tone of voice and work harder on your communication skills. Even if you are right, it might help to avoid expressing yourself in contentious situations especially with your siblings and work colleagues.

2. Rahu & Ketu: Year of dharmic curiosity.
Rahu in the 9th house for Mesha rasi individuals indicates some curiousity in the occult as well as a desire for ritualistic worship that is a show of material strength. [dikhava ke liye]. In the process you might end up incurring more expenses than originally seen.
Ketu in 3rd house might lead to sibling quarrels and a communication style that is cold and detached, hardly tools for persuasion or arriving at a consensus.

2010 – A year of dharmic pursuits
2010 will see considerable movement from Mars and some movement with Jupiter. The two remain connected for most part of the year which will result in a year of dharmic pursuits. I have analysed these movements across four quarters.

Quarter 1: January – March
– Expect to invest or gain from property and/or vehicles. Though debilitated, Mars in the fourth house can indicate some movement towards deals in property and vehicles.
– Relationships will be under strain with you taking on a combative stance.
– If relevant to you, this is also a fortunate period to conceive or gain happiness from children.

Quarter 2: April – June
– With Jupiter moving to the 12th house for Mesha rasi individuals, this is the time to move forward with your spiritual pursuits.
– Martian aspect on Jupiter continues. 2010 will be about fulfilling your duties, in a positive sense. Think of it as a way of crossing off to-dos off your list. While the first quarter will see you struggle in aligning your personal desires with your duties, once aligned, expect to gain satisfaction from moving forward on them.

Quarter 3: July – September
Mars conjunct with Saturn and still aspected and aspecting Jupiter in the 12th house of loss can bring with it worries and emotional tensions. Combative situations at work and with sub-ordinates can seem to slow you down. Remember however that these are but passing clouds and that you are moving forward.

Quarter 4: October to December
As Jupiter returns to Aquarius in November, expect sudden gains.
Mars and Venus in the seventh house of relationships will bring a burst of energy to your relationship and in your relationship. Approach this period with caution since a lot of energy could quickly boil up into something more confrontational than intended.
Venus spends most of the quarter in her house – so expect passion to flare up thus adding to the fireworks.
Expect to sow in seeds towards a likely boost in your career now.

Shri Ganeshaya Namah.