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BPHS--PART--ELEVEN-By The Great Maharshi PARASHARA

By The Great Maharshi PARASHARA


BPHS--PART--ELEVEN

Based on Standard & Popular Edition

BRIHAD PARASHARI HORA-SHASTRAM

The Magnum Opus (Bible) of Vedic Astrology

By The Great Maharshi PARASHARA

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Chapter  51. Working out of Antar Dashas

Dasha systems of Grahas and Rashis (Vimshottari etc.)

1. For finding out the span of the Antar Dasha of a Graha in the Dasha of the same, or another Graha multiply the Dasha years of the former with the Dasha years of the latter and divide the product by the total Dasha years of all the Grahas. For finding out the span of the Pratyantar Dasha of the same, or any other Graha in the Antar Dasha of another Graha multiply the years etc. of the Antar Dasha with the Dasha years of the other Graha and divide the product by the total Dasha years of all the Grahas. The figure so available in months etc. will represent the Pratyantar Dasha of the former.

2. In every Dasha the first Antar Dasha belongs to the Lord of the Dasha. Then the further Antar Dashas belong to the other 8 Grahas in the same order, as followed for the Dashas. The same applies to Pratyantar Dasha.

The Antar Dashas of Char Grahas in Char Dasha etc.

3-4. The Antar Dashas of the Charadi Kendraadi Dasha of the Grahas are worked out by dividing the Dasha years by 9. The first Dasha will invariably be of the Lord of the Dasha. Thereafter there will be Antar Dashas of Grahas, placed in Kendra’s, Panapharas and Apoklimas, respectively, according to their strength.

Antar Dashas of Rashis

5. The Antar Dashas of Rashis is worked out by dividing the Dasha years by 12. Pratyantar Dashas of the Antar Dashas are also calculated in the same manner.

6. The Antar Dashas will start from the Dasha Rashi, or from the Rashi 7th there from, whichever is stronger. The Antar Dashas are in the onwards order, if the Dasha Rashi is odd and in the reverse order, if it is even.

7-12. O Brahmin! Now I will acquaint you with the special characteristics of the order of the Antar Dashas of the Rashi If the Dasha Rashi is a Movable one, the Antar Dashas of the 12 Rashis are in the onwards, or reverse order. If the Dasha Asraya Rashi is a Fixed one, the Antar Dashas will start from it and thereafter there will be an Antar Dasha of every sixth Rashi. If the Dasha Ashraya Rashi is a Dual one, the first Antar Dasha will belong to it. Thereafter there will be Antar Dashas of Rashis in Kendra to it, Rashis in Kendra to the 5th from it and Rashis in Kendra to the 9th from it. In the case of all kinds of Rashis, namely Movable, Fixed, or Dual, the order will be onwards, if the Dasha Asraya Rashi is an odd one and in the reverse order, if it is an even one. The so called Dasha Asraya Rashi is known, as Pak Rashi. In the first order Rashi, which is Pak Rashi, is also called Bhog Rashi. Later, if the Dasha Prad Rashi is even, then the Bhog Rashi will be that, which is at the same Rashi distance, as the Dasha Asraya Rashi is from the Dasha Prad Rashi. For the Char, Sthir and Trikon Dasha, the Pak and Bhog should be determined in this manner. If Pak and Bhog Rashis are associated with malefics, there will be pain in the body and mental agony. There will be enjoyment, if they are associated with benefics. In the Kaal Chakra Dasha, like the Vimshottari Dasha system, the span of Dasha should be multiplied by the span of the Dasha of the Rashi, whose Antar Dasha is required and the product should be divided by the total Dasha years of (all) the Rashi(s). The years, months etc. as arrived at will represent the Antar Dasha of the Rashi concerned.

13-16. Now I will tell you the method of working out the Antar Dashas in the Pinda, Angsha and Nisarga   Dashas. The Lord of Dasha is Dasha Pachak of full part, the Graha, associated with, is Pachak of ½ part, the Graha in Trikon from him is Pachak of l/3 part and the Graha in the 4th and 8th from him are Pachak of ¼ part, the Graha in the 7th from him is Pachak of l/7 part of the Dasha. No Graha in any other Bhava is Antar Dash Pachak. In this manner there are Antar Dasha Pachakas in the above-mentioned Bhavas from the various Bhavas, including Lagna. In any of such Bhavas, if there are more than one Graha, then the one, who is the strongest amongst them will be the Pachak. Take the fractions and reduce them in equivalent fractions with a common denominator. Add up the aliquot parts of the Dasha, representative of the various numerators, leaving out the denominators. The Antar Dashas will be arrived at, when the various aliquots are converted into years, months etc. within the main Dasha and divided by the above sum. (The calculations, given above, are not the literal translation of the text in the verses concerned, but their actual meaning and sense. This has been got confirmed by checking up with similar information, given in Kalyana Varma’s Saravali and Varahamihira’s Brihat Jataka)

Chapter  52. 

Effects of the Antar Dashas in the Dasha of Rabi (Vimshottari)

1-3. Good effects, like acquisition of wealth and grains etc., are derived in the Antar Dasha of Rabi in his own Dasha, if Rabi is exalted, in his own Bhava, in Labh, in a Kendra, or in a Trikon. Adverse results will be experienced, if Rabi is debilitated, or in an inauspicious Bhava, or Rashi. Medium effects will be realized, if Rabi is in other houses. If Rabi is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be danger of premature death, or death-like sufferings. The remedial measures to be adopted are Mrityunjaya Japa, or the worship of Rabi (by recitation of appropriate Mantras, charity etc.).

4-6. Functions, like marriage etc., gain of wealth and property, acquisition of a house, of land, cattle and conveyances etc. will be the effects of the Antar Dasha of Chandra in the Dasha of Rabi, if Chandra is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon. There will be marriage of the native, birth of children, beneficence of and favours from kings and fulfillment of all ambitions, if Chandra is in his exaltation Rashi, or in his own Rashi.

7-10. Distress to wife and children, failures in ventures, disputes with others, loss of servants, antagonism with the king and destructions of wealth and grains will be the effects, if Chandra is waning, or is associated with malefics. Effects, like danger from water, mental agony, imprisonment, danger from diseases, loss of position, journeys to difficult places, disputes with coparceners, bad food, trouble from thieves etc., displeasure of the king, urinary troubles, pains in the body will be experienced, if Chandra is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya.

11-12½. Luxuries, comforts, pleasures, dawn of fortune (Bhagyodaya), increase in the enjoyment from wife and children, acquisition of kingdom, performance of marriage and religious functions, gain of garments, land and conveyance and birth of children and grandchildren will be the auspicious effects, if there are benefics in the 1st, the 9th, or a Kendra from the Lord of the Dasha.

13-14. Unpalatable food, or course food, exile to outside places etc. will be the effects in the Antar Dasha, if Chandra is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or, if Chandra is weak. There will be premature death, if Chandra is the Lord of a Marak Bhava. To acquire peace and comfort, the remedial measure is giving in charity of a white cow and a female buffalo (Mahishi).

15-18. Auspicious effects, like acquisition of land, gain of wealth and grains, acquisition of a house etc. will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Mangal in the Dasha of Rabi, if Mangal is in his exaltation Rashi, in his own Rashi, in a Kendra, or in a Trikon. All-round gains, attainment of the position of a Commander of the Army, destruction of enemies, peace of mind, family comforts and increase in the number of co-borns will be the effects, if Mangal is yuti with the Lagna’s Lord.

19-20. Brutality, mental ailment, imprisonment, loss of kinsmen, disputes with brothers and failure in ventures will result, if Mangal is in the 8th, or in the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, if Mangal is associated with malefics, or, if Mangal is without dignity and strength.

21-22. Destruction of wealth by the displeasure of the king will be the effect, if Mangal is in his debilitation Rashi, or be weak. Diseases of the mind and body will result, if Mangal is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati Bhava. Recovery from ill health, increase in longevity and success in adventures are possible, if remedial measure, like recitation of Vedas, Japa and Vrishotsarga are performed in the prescribed manner.

23-26½. In the Antar Dasha of Rahu in the Dasha of Rabi, if Rahu is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from Lagna, there will be in the first two months loss of wealth, danger from thieves, snakes, infliction of wounds and distress to wife and children. After 2 months inauspicious effects will disappear and enjoyment and comforts, sound health, satisfaction, favours from the king and government etc. will be the favourable effects, if Rahu is yuti with benefics, or, if Rahu is in the Navamsa of a benefic. Recognition from the king, good fortune, name and fame, some distress to wife and children, birth of a son, happiness in the family etc. will be derived, if Rahu is in an Upachaya from Lagna, if Rahu is associated with a Yoga Karak, or is placed auspiciously from the Lord of the Dasha.

27-29. Imprisonment, loss of position, danger from thieves and snakes, inflection of wounds, happiness to wife and children, destruction of cattle, house and agricultural fields, diseases, consumption (Gulma - enlargement of the skin), dysentery etc. will be the results, if Rahu is weak, or is in the 8th, or in the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

30-31. Adverse effects, like premature death and danger from snakes will be derived, if Rahu is in Dhana, or Yuvati, or, if Rahu is associated with the Lords of either of these Bhavas. Worship of Goddess Durga, Japa, giving in charity of a black cow, or female buffalo are the remedial measures for alleviation of the above evil effects, or total escape from them.

32-33½. Marriage of the native, favours by the king, gain of wealth and grains, birth of a son, fulfillment of the ambitions by the beneficence of the sovereign and gain of clothes will be the auspicious effects, derived in the Antar Dasha of Guru/Jupiter in the Dasha of Rabi, if Guru/Jupiter is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon to Lagna, in his exaltation Rashi, in his own Rashi, or in his own Varga.

34-36. Acquisition of a kingdom, comforts of conveyance, like palanquin (motor car in the present times), gain of position etc. will result, if Guru/Jupiter is the Lord of Dharma, or Dhana. Better fortune, charities, religious inclinations, worship of deities, devotion to preceptor, fulfillment of ambitions will be the auspicious effects, if Guru/Jupiter is well placed with reference to the Lord of the Dasha.

37-39. Distress to wife and children, pains in the body, displeasure of the king, non-achievement of desired goals, loss of wealth, due to sinful deeds, mental worries etc. will result in his Antar Dasha, if Guru/Jupiter is in the 6th, or in the 8th from the Lord of the Dasha, or is associated with malefics. Giving in charity gold, a tawny-coloured cow (Kapila Gaya), worship of Isht Lord (Isht Dev) are the remedial measures to obtain alleviation of the evil effects and to achieve good health and happiness.

40-42. Destruction of foes, full enjoyment, some gain of grains, auspicious functions, like marriage etc. at home will be the good effects, derived in the Antar Dasha of Shani in the Dasha of Rabi, if Shani is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from Lagna. Well-being, acquisition of more property, recognition by the king, achievement of renown in the country, gain of wealth from many sources will be the effects, if Shani is in his exaltation, in his own, in a friendly Rashi and, if Shani is yuti with a friendly Graha.

43-44. Rheumatism, pains, fever, dysentery-like disease, imprisonment, loss in ventures, loss of wealth, quarrels, disputes with coparceners, claimants etc. will be the effects in the Antar Dasha, if Shani is in the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or is associated with malefics.

45-47. There will be loss of friends at the commencement, good effects during the middle part and distress at the end of the Dasha. In addition to other evil effects there will be separation from parents and wandering, if Shani be in his Rashi of debilitation. If Shani is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be danger of premature death. Giving in charity black cow, buffalo, goat and Mrityunjaya Japa, are the remedial measures for obtaining relief from the evil effects of the Antar Dasha. These measures help to achieve happiness and gain of wealth and property.

48-49½. Acquisition of a kingdom, enthusiasm and vivacity, happiness from wife and children, acquisition of conveyance through the beneficence of the sovereign, gain of clothes, ornaments, pilgrimage to holy places, acquisition of a cow etc. will be the good effects in the Antar Dasha of Budh in the Dasha of Rabi, if Budh is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from Lagna.

50-51½. Budh becomes very beneficial, if he gets associated with the Lord of Dharma. Reverence from and popularity amongst people, performance of pious deeds and religious rites, devotion to the preceptor and deities, increase in wealth and grains and birth of a son, will be the auspicious effects, if Budh is in Dharma, Putra, or Dhana.

52-53½. Marriage, offering of oblations, charity, performance of religious rites, name and fame, becoming famous by assuming another name, good food, becoming happy, like Indra, by acquiring wealth, robes and ornaments will be the effects, if Budh is in an auspicious Bhava, like a Trikon etc. from the Lord of the Dasha.

54-57. Body distress, disturbance of peace of mind, distress to wife and children, will be the evil effects in the Antar Dasha of Budh, if he is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha (Budh cannot be in the 6th, or the 8th from Rabi). There will be evil effects at the commencement of the Antar Dasha, some good effects in the middle part of the Antar Dasha and the possibility of displeasure of the king and exile to a foreign country at the end of the Dasha. If Budh is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be pains in the body and attacks of fever. For relief from the evil effects and to regain good health and happiness the remedial measures are the recitation of Vishnu Sahasra-Nama and giving in charity grains and an idol, made of silver.

58-59. Body pains, mental agony, loss of wealth, danger from the king, quarrels with the kinsmen will be the effects of the Antar Dasha of Ketu in the Dasha of Rabi. If Ketu is associated with the Lord of Lagna, there will be some happiness at the commencement, distress in the middle part and receipt of the news of death at the end of the Antar Dasha.

60-61. Diseases of teethe, or cheeks, urinary troubles, loss of position, loss of friends and wealth, death of father, foreign journey and troubles from enemies will be the results, if Ketu is in the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

62-64. Beneficial effects, like happiness from wife and children, satisfaction, increase of friends, gain of clothes etc. and renown will be derived, if Ketu is in Sahaj, Ari, Dhana or Labh.

If Ketu is Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati (or is in any of those Bhavas), there will be danger of premature death. The remedial measures for obtaining relief from the evil effects are recitation of Mantras of Goddess Durga (Shat Chandi Path) and giving a goat in charity.

65-68. Marriage and happiness, as desired from wife, gain of property, travels to other places, meeting with Brahmins and the king, acquisition of kingdom, riches, magnanimity and majesty, auspicious functions at the home, availability of sweet preparations, acquisition of pearls and other jewels, clothes, cattle, wealth, grains and conveyances, enthusiasm, good reputation etc. are the auspicious effects of the Antar Dasha of Shukra in the Dasha of Rabi, if Shukra is placed in a Kendra, or in a Trikon, or, if Shukra is in his exaltation Rashi, in his own Rashi, in his own Varga, or in a friendly Rashi.

69-73. Displeasure of the king, mental agony and distress to wife and children will be the effects in the Antar Dasha of Shukra, if he is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. The effects of the Antar Dasha would be moderate at its commencement, good during the middle portion and evil effects, like disrepute, loss of position, inimical relations with kinsmen and loss of comforts, will be derived at the end. If Shukra is the Lord of Yuvati (and Dhana), there will be pains in the body and the possibility of suffering from diseases. There will be premature death, if Shukra is associated with Ari’s, or Randhra’s Lord. The remedial measures for obtaining relief from the evil effects are Mrityunjaya Japa, Rudra Japa and giving in charity a tawny cow, or female buffalo.

Chapter 53. Effects of the Antar Dashas in the Dasha of Chandra

1-2½. Acquisition of horses, elephants and clothes, devotion to deities and preceptor, recitation of religious songs in praise of God, acquisition of a kingdom, extreme happiness and enjoyment and name and fame will be the beneficial results in the Antar Dasha of Chandra in her own Dasha, if she is placed in her exaltation Rashi, her own Rashi, in a Kendra, or in a Trikon, or is associated with the Lord of Dharma, or Dhana.

3-6. Loss of wealth, loss of position, lethargy, agony, antagonism towards the king and ministers, distress to mother, imprisonment and loss of kinsmen will be the evil effects in her Antar Dasha, if Chandra is in her debilitation Rashi, if Chandra is associated with malefics, or, if Chandra is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya. If Chandra is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, or is associated with Randhra’s, or with Vyaya’s Lord, there will be pains in the body and danger of premature death. The remedial measures are giving in charity of a tawny-coloured cow, or female buffalo.

7-8½. Advancement of fortune, recognition by the government, gain of clothes and ornaments, success in all efforts, increase in agricultural production and prosperity at home and profits in business will be the favourable effects of the Antar Dasha of Mangal in the Dasha of Chandra, if Mangal is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon. Great happiness and enjoyment of comforts will be derived, if Mangal is in his exaltation Rashi, or in his own Rashi.

9-12. Distress to the body, losses at home and in agricultural production, losses in business dealings, antagonism, or adverse relations with servants (employees) and the king, separation from kinsmen and hot temperament will be the evil effects in the Antar Dasha of Mangal, if he is placed in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya from Lagna, be associated with, or receives a Drishti from malefics in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

13-14. There will be some auspicious results at the commencement of the Antar Dasha of Rahu in the Dasha of Chandra, but later there will be danger from the king, thieves and snakes, distress to cattle, loss of kinsmen and friends, loss of reputation and mental agony, if Rahu is placed in a Kendra, or in a Trikon.

15-16. Success in all ventures, gain of conveyances, garments etc. from the king etc. in the South-West direction will be derived, if Rahu in his Antar Dasha receives a Drishti from benefics, if Rahu is in Sahaj, Ari, Dhana or Labh, or, if Rahu is yuti with a YogaKaraka Graha.

17-18. Loss of position, mental agony, distress to wife and children, danger of diseases, danger from the king, scorpions and snakes etc. will happen, if Rahu is weak and is placed in the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

19-21. Pilgrimage to holy places, visits to sacred shrines, beneficence, inclination towards charitable deeds etc. will be the results, if Rahu is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, or in the 3rd, or the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha. There will be body troubles (physical afflictions), if Rahu is in Dhana, or in Yuvati. Rahu Japa and giving a goat in charity are the remedial measures for obtaining relief from the evil effects in the Antar Dasha of Rahu.

22-24½. Acquisition of a kingdom, auspicious celebrations at home, gains of clothes and ornaments, recognition from the king beneficence of the Isht Lord (Isht Devata), gains of wealth, land, conveyances, success in all ventures by the beneficence of the king will be the beneficial effects in the Antar Dasha of Guru/Jupiter in the Dasha of Chandra, if Guru/Jupiter is placed in a Kendra, or in a Trikon to Lagna, or, if Guru/Jupiter is in his own, or in his exaltation Rashi.

25-28½. Destruction of preceptor (and father etc.) and children, loss of position, mental agony, quarrels, destruction of a house, conveyances and agricultural land will be the evil effects in his Antar Dasha, if Guru/Jupiter is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya, if Guru/Jupiter is combust, in his debilitation Rashi, or be associated with malefics. Gains of cattle, grains, clothes and happiness from brothers, acquisition of property, valour, patience, oblations, celebrations, like marriage etc., gain of a kingdom etc. will be the favourable effects, if Guru/Jupiter is in 3rd, or in the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha.

29-31. Effects, like unpalatable food, journeys to places away from the homeland, will be derived, if Guru/Jupiter is weak and is placed in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from Chandra. There will be good effects at the commencement of the Antar Dasha and distress at its end. There will be premature death, if Guru/Jupiter is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. Remedial measures for obtaining relief from the above evil effects are recitation of Shiva Sahasra-Nama Japa and giving gold in charity.

32-34. Effects, like birth of a son, friendship, gain of wealth and property, profits in business with the help of Sudras, increase in agricultural production, gains from son, riches and glory by the beneficence of the king, will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Shani in the Dasha of Chandra, if Shani is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from Lagna, or, if Shani is in his own Rashi, in his own Navamsa, in his exaltation Rashi, if Shani receives a Drishti from, or is associated with benefics, or, if Shani is in Labh with strength.

35-35½. Effects, like visits to holy places, bathing in holy rivers etc., the creation of troubles by many people and distress from enemies, will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Shani, if Shani is in Ari, Randhra, Vyaya, or Dhana, or, if Shani is in his debilitation Rashi.

36-38. Effects, like enjoyments and gains of wealth some times, while opposition, or quarrels with wife and children at other times, will be realized, if Shani is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from the Lord of that Dasha, or is endowed with strength. If Shani is in Dhana, Yuvati, or Randhra, there will be physical distress. The remedial measures to be adopted for obtaining relief from the evil effects are Mrityunjaya Japa, giving in charity a black cow, or female buffalo.

39-41. Effects, like acquisition of wealth, recognition by the king, gain of clothes etc., discussions on Shastras gain of knowledge from society with learned and holy people, enjoyments, birth of children, satisfaction, profits in business, acquisition of conveyance and ornaments etc. will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Budh in the Dasha of Chandra, if Budh is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon, if Budh is in his own Rashi, in his own Navamsa, or in his exaltation Rashi, endowed with strength.

42-43½. Effects, like marriage, oblations (Yagya), charities, performance of religious rites, close relations with the king, social contacts with men of learning, acquisition of pearls, corals, Mani (jewels), conveyances, clothes, ornaments, good health, affections, enjoyments, drinking of Soma Rasa and other tasty syrups etc. will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Budh, if he is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon, or in the 11th, or in the 2nd from the Lord of the Dasha.

44-46. Pains in the body, loss in agricultural ventures, imprisonment, distress to wife and children will be the inauspicious effects, if Budh be in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or be in his debilitation Rashi. If Budh is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be fear of fever. The remedial measures to be adopted for obtaining relief from the evil effects are recitation of Vishnu Sahasra-Nama and giving a goat in charity.

47-48. Effects, like gain of wealth, enjoyment, happiness to wife and children, religious inclination etc., will arise in the Antar Dasha of Ketu in the Dasha of Chandra, if Ketu is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, or Sahaj and is endowed with strength. There will be some loss of wealth at the commencement of the Antar Dasha. Later all will be well.

49-49½. Gain of wealth, cattle etc. will be the effects, if Ketu is in a Kendra, in the 9th, the 5th, or the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha and is equipped with strength. There will be loss of wealth at the end of the Antar Dasha.

50-52. There will be obstacles in ventures, due to interference by enemies and quarrels, if Ketu be in the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or receives a Drishti from, or is associated with malefics. If Ketu is in Dhana, or in Yuvati, there will be danger of affliction of the body with diseases. Mrityunjaya Japa will give relief in all the evil effects and will ensure gain of wealth and property with the beneficence of Lord Shiva.

53-55. Effects, like acquisition of a kingdom, gaining of clothes, ornaments, cattle, conveyances etc., happiness to wife and children, construction of a new house, availability of sweet preparations every day, use of perfumes, affairs with beautiful women, sound health etc. will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Shukra in the Dasha of Chandra, if Shukra is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in Labh, Bandhu, or Dharma, or in his exaltation Rashi, or in his own Rashi.

56. Physical soundness, good reputation, acquisition of more land and houses, will result, if Shukra is yuti with the Lord of the Dasha.

57-57½. There will be loss of landed property, children, wife and cattle and opposition from government, if Shukra is in his debilitation Rashi, combust, or receives a Drishti from, or is associated with malefics.

58-60. If Shukra is in Dhana in his exaltation Rashi, or in his own Rashi, or is there, associated with the Lord of Labh, there will be acquisition of an underground hidden treasure, gain of land, enjoyment, birth of a son etc. Advancement of good fortune, fulfillment of ambitions with the beneficence of the king, devotion to deities and Brahmins, gain of jewels, like pearls etc. will result, if Shukra is yuti with Dharma’s, or Labh’s Lord.

61. Acquisition of more house property and agricultural land and gain of wealth and enjoyment will be the good effects, if Shukra is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from the Lord of the Dasha.

62. Deportation to foreign lands, sorrows, death and danger from thieves and snakes will be the results, if Shukra is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

63-64. There will be danger of premature death, if Shukra be the Lord of the 2nd, or 7th. The remedial measures to be adopted for obtaining relief from the evil effects are Rudra Japa and giving in charity a white cow and silver.

65-67. Recovery of a lost kingdom and wealth, happiness in the family, acquisition of villages and land with the kind assistance of one’s friends and the king, birth of a son, beneficence of Goddess Lakshmi, will be the beneficial results in the Antar Dasha of Rabi in the Dasha of Chandra, if Rabi is in his exaltation Rashi, in his own Rashi, in a Kendra, or in Putra, or in Dharma, or in Labh, or in Dhana, or in Sahaj. At the end of the Antar Dasha there is the likelihood of attacks of fever and lethargy.

68-70. Danger from the government, thieves and snakes, affliction with fever and troubles in foreign journey are the likely results, if Rabi is in the 8th, or 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. If Rabi is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be sufferings from fever in his Antar Dasha. Worship of Lord Shiva is the remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects.

Chapter 54. Effects of Antar Dashas in the Dasha of Mangal

1-2½. Effects, like gains of wealth by the beneficence of the king, beneficence of Goddess Lakshmi, recovery of a lost kingdom and of wealth, birth of a son, will arise in the Antar Dasha of Mangal in his own Dasha, if he is in a Kendra, in Putra, in Dharma, in Labh, in Sahaj, or in Dhana, or be associated with the Lord of Lagna.

3-4. Fulfillment of ambitions by the beneficence of the king and acquisition of a house, land, cow, buffalo etc. will be the effects, if Mangal is in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, or in his own Navamsa and is endowed with strength.

5-5½. Urinary troubles, wounds, danger from snakes and the king will be the results, if Mangal is in Randhra, or Vyaya, or is associated with, or receives a Drishti from malefics.

6-8. There will be mental agony and body pains, if Mangal is the Lord of Dhana, or Yuvati. Lord Shiva will give relief by restoring health and providing gains of wealth and happiness, if the person concerned performs Rudra Japa and gives a red-coloured bull in charity.

9-10½. Effects, like recognition from government, gain of house, land etc., happiness from son, extraordinary profits in business, bathing in holy rivers, like Ganges and foreign journeys, will be the auspicious effects in the Antar Dasha of Rahu in the Dasha of Mangal, if Rahu is in his Multrikon, in his exaltation Rashi, in a Kendra, in Labh, Putra, or Dharma and is associated with benefics.

11-14. Danger from snakes, wounds, destruction of cattle, danger from animals, diseases, due to imbalance of bile and wind, imprisonment etc. will be the results, if Rahu is in Randhra, or Vyaya, or receives a Drishti from, or is associated with malefics. There will be loss of wealth, if Rahu is in Dhana and great danger of premature death, if he is in Yuvati. The remedial measure to be adopted to obtain relief from the above evil effects are Naga Puja, offering food to Brahmins and Mrityunjaya Japa. They will help in the prolongation of longevity.

15-16. Effects, like good reputation and renown, honours by government, increase in wealth and grains, happiness at home, gain of property, happiness from wife and children etc. will be realized in the Antar Dasha of Guru/Jupiter in the Dasha of Mangal, if Guru/Jupiter is in Dharma, or Putra, in a Kendra, or in Labh, or in Dhana, or, if Guru/Jupiter is in his exalted, or own Navamsa.

17-19½. Acquisition of a house, land, well-being, gain of property, sound health, good reputation, gains of cattle, success in business, happiness to wife and children, reverence from government, gain of wealth etc. will be beneficial effects, if Guru/Jupiter is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, or in the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha, or, if Guru/Jupiter is associated with the Lord of Dharma, Dhana, or Bandhu, or Lagna, or, if Guru/Jupiter is in a benefic Navamsa etc.

20-22. Danger from thieves, snakes, wrath of the king, bilious diseases, oppression by goblins (Prot), loss of servants and co-borns, will be evil effects, if Guru/Jupiter is in Ari, Randhra, or in Vyaya, or, if Guru/Jupiter is in his debilitation Rashi, or, if Guru/Jupiter is associated with, or receives a Drishti from malefics, or, if Guru/Jupiter is otherwise weak. There will be suffering from fever, or danger of premature death, if Guru/Jupiter is the Lord of Dhana. The remedial measure to be adopted to combat the above evil effects is recitation of Shiva Sahasra-Nama.

23-25. Effects, like recognition from the king, increase in reputation, gain of wealth and grains, happiness from children and grandchildren, increase in the number of cows etc. will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Shani in the Dasha of Mangal, if Shani is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in his Multrikon, in his exalted, or his own Navamsa, or, if Shani is associated with the Lord of Lagna, or, if Shani is associated with benefics. Results will generally fructify on Saturdays in the month of Shani.

26-26½. Danger from Yavana kings (foreign dignitaries), loss of wealth, imprisonment, possibility of affliction with diseases, loss in agricultural production will result, if Shani is in his debilitation Rashi, or in an enemy Rashi, or, if Shani is in Randhra, or in Vyaya.

27-29½. Effects, like great danger, loss of life, wrath of king, mental agony, danger from thieves and fire, punishment by the king, loss of co-borns, dissensions amongst members of the family, loss of cattle, fear of death, distress to wife and children, imprisonment etc. will be felt, if Shani is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord and is associated with malefics.

30-32. There will be journeys to foreign lands, loss of reputation, violent actions, loss from sale of agricultural lands, loss of position, agony, defeat in battle, urinary troubles etc., if Shani is in a Kendra, in the 11th, or in the 5th from the Lord of the Dasha.

33-35. Effects, like death, danger from the king and thieves, rheumatism, pains, danger from the enemy and members of the family, will be experienced, if Shani is in the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha and is associated with malefics. There will be relief from the evil effects by the beneficence of Lord Shiva, if Mrityunjaya is performed in the prescribed manner.

36-37½. Effects, like association with pious and holy persons, performance of Ajaya Japa, charities, observance of religious rites, gain of reputation, inclination towards diplomacy, availability of sweetish preparations, acquisition of conveyances, clothes and cattle etc., conferment of authority in the king’s retinue, success in agricultural projects etc., will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Budh in the Dasha of Mangal, if Budh is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon from Lagna.

38-39. Diseases of heart, imprisonment, loss of kinsmen, distress to wife and children, destruction of wealth and cattle etc. will result, if Budh is in his debilitation Rashi, if Budh is combust, or, if Budh is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya.

40-40½. There will be journeys to foreign lands, increase in the number of enemies, affliction with many kind of ailments, antagonism with the king, quarrels with kinsmen etc., if Budh be associated with the Lord of the Dasha.

41-43½. Fulfillment of all ambitions, gain of wealth and grains, recognition by the king, acquisition of a kingdom, gain of clothes and ornaments, attachment to many kind of musical instruments, attainment of the position of a Commander of an Army, discussions on Shastras and Puranas, gain of riches to wife and children and beneficence of Goddess Lakshmi will be the very auspicious results, if Budh is in a Kendra, or Trikon from the Lord of the Dasha, or, if Budh is in his exaltation Rashi.

44-45½. Effects, like defamation, sinful thinking, harsh speech, danger from thieves, fire and the king, quarrels without reason, fear of attacks by thieves and dacoits (armed robber bands) during travels, will be derived, if Budh is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from Mangal, or is associated with malefics.

46-47. There will be a possibility of critical illness in the Antar Dasha of Budh, if he is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. Remedial measures to obtain relief from these evil effects are recitation of Vishnu Sahasra-Nama and giving a horse in charity.

48-49½. Beneficence of the king, gain of wealth, little gains of land at the commencement of the Dasha and substantial later, birth of a son, conferment of authority by government, gain of cattle etc. will be the results in the Antar Dasha of Ketu in the Dasha of Mangal, if Ketu is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in Sahaj, or Labh, or, if Ketu is associated with, or receives a Drishti from benefics.

50-51½. Birth of a son, increase in reputation, beneficence of Goddess Lakshmi, gains of wealth from employees, attainment of the position of a Commander of an Army, friendship with the king, performance of oblations, gains of clothes and ornaments etc. will be the beneficial effects, if Ketu is a Yoga Karak and is endowed with strength. (Ketu assumes the role of a YogaKarak, if he is yuti with a YogaKarak Graha (Lord of a Kendra and a Trikon)).

52-54. Effects, like quarrels, tooth trouble, distress from thieves and tigers, fever, dysentery, leprosy and distress to wife and children etc. will be experienced, if Ketu is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. If Ketu is in Dhana, or in Yuvati, there will be diseases, disgrace, agony and loss of wealth.

55-56½. Effects, like acquisition of a kingdom, great enjoyment and comfort of luxuries, gain of elephants, horses, clothes etc., will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Shukra in the Dasha of Mangal, if Shukra is in a Kendra to Lagna, if Shukra is in his exaltation, or in his own Rashi, or, if Shukra is Lagna’s, Putra’s, or Dharma’s Lord. If Shukra is related to Lagna’s Lord, there will be happiness to wife and children, opulence and glory and increased good fortune.

57-60. Gain of property, celebrations on the birth of a son, gain of wealth from the employer, acquisition of a house, land, villages etc. by the beneficence of the sovereign, will be the results, if Shukra is in the 5th, the 9th, the 11th, or the 2nd from the Lord of the Dasha. In the last part of the Dasha there will be functions of songs and dances and bathing in holy water. If Shukra is connected with, or related to the Lord of Dhana there will be construction of wells, reservoirs etc. and performance of religious, charitable and pious deeds.

61-62. There will be sorrows, physical distress, loss of wealth, danger from thieves and the king, dissensions in the family, distress to wife and children and destruction of cattle, if Shukra be in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or be associated with malefics.

63. If Shukra be the Lord of the 2nd, or the 7th, there will be pains in the body in his Antar Dasha. For regaining good health the remedial measure to be adopted is giving a cow, or female buffalo in charity.

64-66. Effects, like acquisition of conveyances, gain of reputation, birth of a son, growth of wealth, amicable atmosphere in the family, sound health, potency, recognition by the king, extraordinary profits in business and audience with the king etc. will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Rabi in the Dasha of Mangal, if Rabi is in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, or, if Rabi is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, or in Labh along with Dhana’s Lord and with Labh’s Lord.

67-67½. Distress to the body, agony, failure in ventures, possibilities of suffering from troubles in the forehead, fever, dysentery etc. will be the effects, if Rabi is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or, if Rabi is associated with malefics.

68-69. There will be attacks of fever, danger from snakes and poison and distress to son, if Rabi be the Lord of the 2nd, or the 7th. The remedial measure to gain good health and wealth is to perform worship of Rabi in the prescribed manner.

70-73. Acquisition of more kingdom, gain of perfumes, clothes, construction of reservoirs, shelters for cows etc., celebrations of auspicious functions, like marriage etc., happiness to wife and children, good relations with parents, acquisition of property by the beneficence of the sovereign, success in the desired projects will be the effects in the Antar Dasha of Chandra in the Dasha of Mangal, if Chandra is in her exaltation Rashi, or in her own Rashi, or in a Kendra, or in Dharma, or in Bandhu, or in Dhana or in Lagna along with the Lords of those Bhavas. The good effects will be realized in full, if Chandra is waxing. Waning Chandra will reduce the impact of the effects to some extent.

74-76. The effects, like death, distress to wife and children, loss of lands, wealth and cattle and danger of a war etc. will be experienced, if Chandra is in his debilitation Rashi, or, if Chandra is in his enemy Rashi, or, if Chandra is in Ari, in Randhra, or in Vyaya from Lagna, or from the Lord of the Dasha. There will be the possibility of premature death, distress to the body and mental agony, if Chandra is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. The remedial measures to be adopted to obtain relief from the above evil effects, are recitation of Mantras of the Goddess Durga and the Goddess Lakshmi.

Chapter 55. Effects of the Antar Dashas in the Dasha of Rahu

1-4. Effects, like acquisition of a kingdom, enthusiasm, cordial relations with the king, happiness from wife and children and increase in property, will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Rahu in the Dasha of Rahu, if Rahu is in Karkat, Vrischik, Kanya, or Dhanau and is in Sahaj, Ari, Dhana or Labh, or is yuti with a Yoga Karak Graha in his exaltation Rashi.

5-6. There will be danger from thieves, distress from wounds, antagonism with government officials, destruction of kinsmen, distress to wife and children, if Rahu is in Randhra, or Vyaya, or be associated with malefics.

7. If Rahu is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord, or is in Dhana, or Yuvati, there will be distress and diseases. To obtain relief from the above evil effects Rahu should be worshipped (by recitation of his Mantras) and by giving in charity things, connected with, or ruled by Rahu.

8-12½. Effects, like gain of position, patience, destruction of foes, enjoyment, cordial relations with the king, regular increase in wealth and property, like the growth of Chandra of the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha), gain of conveyance and cows, audience with the king by performing journey to the West, or South-East, success in the desired ventures, return to one’s homeland, doing good for Brahmins, visit to holy places, gain of a village, devotion to deities and Brahmins, happiness from wife, children and grand children, availability of sweetish preparations daily etc. will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Guru/Jupiter in the Dasha of Rahu, if Guru/Jupiter is in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, in his own Navamsa, or in his exalted Navamsa, or, if Guru/Jupiter is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon with reference to Lagna.

13-14½. Loss of wealth, obstacles in work, defamation, distress to wife and children, heart disease, entrustment of governmental authority etc. will result, if Guru/Jupiter is in his debilitation Rashi, is combust, is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya, is in an enemy Rashi, or is associated with malefics.

15-17. There will be gains of land, good food, gains of cattle etc., inclinations towards charitable and religious work etc., if Guru/Jupiter is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, the 11th, the 2nd, or the 3rd from the Lord of the Dasha and is endowed with strength.

18-20. Loss of wealth and distress to body will result, if Guru/Jupiter is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, or, if Guru/Jupiter is associated with malefics. There will be danger of premature death, if Guru/Jupiter is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. The person will get relief from the above evil effects and enjoy good health by the beneficence of the Lord Shiva, if he worships his idol, made of gold.

21-24. Effects, like pleasure of the king for devotion in his service, auspicious functions, like celebration of marriage etc. at home, construction of a garden, reservoir etc., gain of wealth and cattle from well-to-do persons, belonging to the Sudra class, loss of wealth caused by the king during journey to the West, reduction in income, due to lethargy, return to homeland, will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Shani in the Dasha of Rahu, if Shani is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, in his Multrikon, in Sahaj, or in Labh.

25-26. Danger from menials, the king and enemies, distress to wife and children, distress to kinsmen, disputes with the coparceners, disputes in dealings with others, but sudden gain of ornaments, will result, if Shani is in his debilitation Rashi, in his enemy’s Rashi, or in Randhra, or Vyaya.

27-29. There will be heart disease, defamation, quarrels, danger from enemies, foreign journeys, affliction with Gulma, unpalatable food and sorrows etc., if Shani is in the 6th, the 8th, or the 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. Premature death is likely, if Shani is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. Remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects and to regain good health is giving a black cow, or a she-buffalo in charity.

30-33. Auspicious effects, like Raj Yoga, well being in the family, profits and gain of wealth in business, comforts of conveyances, marriage and other auspicious functions, increase in the number of cattle, gain of perfumes, comforts of bed, women etc., will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Budh in the Dasha of Rahu, if Budh is in his exaltation Rashi, in a Kendra, or in Putra and, if Budh is endowed with strength. Good results, like Raj Yoga, beneficence of the king and gain of wealth and reputation, will be realized particularly on Wednesday in the month of Budh.

34-35. Sound health, Isht Siddhi, attending discourse on Puranas and ancient history, marriage, offering of oblations, charities, religious inclination and sympathetic attitude towards others will result, if Budh is in a Kendra, in the 11th, 3rd, 9th, or 10th from the Lord of the Dasha.

36-38. There will be opprobrium (Ninda) of deities and Brahmins by the native, loss of fortune, speaking lies, unwise actions, fear from snakes, thieves and the government, quarrels, distress to wife and children etc., if Budh is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya, or, if Budh receives a Drishti from Shani.

39. If Budh is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord, there will be fear of premature death. Remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects is recitation of Vishnu Sahasra-Nama.

40-41. During the Antar Dasha of Ketu in the Dasha of Rahu there will be journeys to foreign countries, danger from the king, rheumatic fever etc. and loss of cattle. If Ketu is yuti with Randhra’s Lord, there will be distress to the body and mental tension. Enjoyment, gain of wealth, recognition by the king, acquisition of gold etc. will be the results, if Ketu is associated with, or receives a Drishti from benefics.

42-42½. There will be Isht Siddhi, if Ketu is related to the Lord of Lagna. If he is associated with the Lord of Lagna, there will definitely be gain of wealth. There will also definitely be increase in the number of cattle, if Ketu is in a Kendra, or in a Trikon.

43-45. Effects, like danger from thieves and snakes, distress from wounds, separation from parents, antagonistic relations with kinsmen, mental agony etc. will be derived, if Ketu is without strength in Randhra, or Vyaya. If Ketu is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord, there will be distress to the body. The remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects is giving a goat in charity.

46-47½. Effects, like gains of wealth through Brahmins, increase in the number of cattle, celebrations for the birth of a son, well-being, recognition from government, acquisition of a kingdom, attainment of a high position in government, great enjoyment and comforts etc. will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Shukra in the Dasha of Rahu, if Shukra is with strength in a Kendra, in a Trikon, or in Labh.

48-50½. Construction of a new house, availability of sweet preparations, happiness from wife and children, association with friends, giving of grains etc. in charity, beneficence of the king, gain of conveyances and clothes, extraordinary profits in business, celebration of UpaNayanam ceremony of wearing the sacred thread (Upaveeta) etc. will be the auspicious results, if Shukra be in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, in is exalted, or in his own Navamsa.

51-53½. There will be diseases, quarrels, separation from one’s son, or father, distress to kinsmen, disputes with coparceners, danger of death to oneself, or to one’s employer, unhappiness to wife and children, pain in the stomach etc., if Shukra is in Ari, Randhra, or Vyaya, in his debilitation, or in an enemy’s Rashi, or, if Shukra is associated with Shani, Mangal, or Rahu.

54-55½, Enjoyments from perfumes, bed, music etc., gain of a desired object, fulfillment of desires will be the results, if Shukra is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in the 11th, or in the 10th from the Lord of the Dasha.

56-59. Effects, like danger from the wrath of Brahmins, snakes and the king, possibility of affliction with diseases, like stoppage of urine, diabetes, pollution of blood, anaemia, availability of only coarse food, nervous disorder, imprisonment, loss of wealth, as a result of penalties, or fines, imposed by government, will be derived, if Shukra is associated with malefics in the 6th, 8th, or 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. There will be distress to wife and children, danger of premature death to oneself, if Shukra is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. Remedial measures to obtain relief from the above evil effects are worship of Goddess Durga and Goddess Lakshmi.

60-61½. Effects, like cordial relations with the king, increase in wealth and grains, some popularity/respect, some possibility of becoming head of a village etc., will be experienced in the Antar Dasha of Rabi in the Dasha of Rahu, if Rabi is in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, in Labh, in a Kendra, or in a Trikon, or in his exalted, or own Navamsa.

62-63½. There will be good reputation and encouragement and assistance by government, journeys to foreign countries, acquisition of the sovereignty of the country, gains of elephants, horses, clothes, ornaments, fulfillment of ambitions, happiness to children etc., if Rabi is associated with, or receives a Drishti from Lagna’s, Dhana’s, or Dania’s Lord.

64-65. Fevers, dysentery, other diseases, quarrels, antagonism with the king, travels, danger from foes, thieves, fire etc. will be the results, if Rabi is in his debilitation Rashi, or, if Rabi is in the 6th, 8th, or 12th from the Lord of the Dasha.

66. Well-being in every way and recognition from kings in foreign countries will be the results, if Rabi is in a Kendra, in a Trikon, in the 3rd, or in the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha.

67. There will be danger of critical illness, if Rabi is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. Worship of Rabi is the remedial measure, recommended to obtain relief from the above evil effects.

68-70. Effects, like acquisition of a kingdom, respect from the king, gains of wealth, sound health, gains of garments and ornaments, happiness from children, comforts of conveyances, increase in house and landed property etc., will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Chandra in the Dasha of Rahu, if Chandra is in his exaltation, in his own Rashi, in a Kendra, Trikon, or in Labh, or, if Chandra is in a friendly Rashi, receiving a Drishti from benefics.

71-72. Beneficence of the Goddess Lakshmi, all-round success, increase in wealth and grains, good reputation and worship of deities will be the results, if Chandra is in the 5th, 9th, in a Kendra, or in the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha.

73-75. There will be the creation of disturbances at home and in the agricultural activities by evil spirits, leopards and other wild animals, danger from thieves during journeys and stomach disorders, if Chandra is bereft of strength in the 6th, 8th, or 12th from the Lord of the Dasha. There will the possibility of premature death, if Chandra is Dhana’s, or Vyaya’s Lord. The remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects is to give in charity a white cow, or a female buffalo.

76-77½. Effects, like the recovery of a lost kingdom and recovery of lost wealth, property at home and increase in agricultural production, gain of wealth, blessings by the household deity (Isht Dev), happiness from children, enjoyment of good food etc., will be derived in the Antar Dasha of Mangal in the Dasha of Rahu, if Mangal is in Labh, Putra, or Dharma, or, if Mangal is in a Kendra, if Mangal receives a Drishti from benefics, or, if Mangal is in his exaltation, or in his own Rashi.

78-79½. There will be acquisition of red-coloured garments, journeys, audience with the king, well-being of children and employer, attainment of the position of a Commander of the Army, enthusiasm and gain of wealth through kinsmen, if Mangal is in a Kendra, in the 5th, 9th, 3rd, or in the 11th from the Lord of the Dasha.

80-82. Distress to wife, children and co-borns, loss of position, antagonistic relations with children, wife and other close relations, danger from thieves, wounds and pain in the body etc. will result, if Mangal is in the 6th, 8th, or 12th from the Lord of the Dasha, receiving a Drishti from malefics.

83. There will be lethargy and danger of death, if Mangal is Dhana’s, or Yuvati’s Lord. The remedial measure to obtain relief from the above evil effects is giving a cow, or a bull in charity.

Thus Ends Brihat Parashara Hora-Shastram

By The Great Sage Parashara

Part- 11 (Chapter—51-- 55 )

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