This is a question which has been asked many times during the QA session of the class- Whether or not I will become a successful astrologer or do I deserve this knowledge as this knowledge of stars and planets is not for everyone; it requires a lot of hard work, practice and dedication to the subject to excel in this field and to understand moreover the complexity involved with the subject as there are multiple parameters you need to take in to account. However, there are certain combinations given in classics as well as what I have observed over a period of time which has stood the test of time.
Astrological Combinations Indicating a Successful Astrologer with References to Classical Texts
- Association of Mercury, Jupiter, and Ketu
- Explanation: Mercury represents intellect and analytical ability, Jupiter signifies wisdom and knowledge, and Ketu is associated with spiritual insights and occult knowledge. Their conjunction or strong association in a birth chart can indicate proficiency in astrology.
- Reference: Classical texts like Uttarakalamrita mention that the combination of Mercury, Jupiter, and Ketu can make a person skilled in astrology and mystical sciences.
- Strong 5th and 8th Houses
- Explanation: The 5th house governs intelligence, intuition, and the ability to interpret symbols—crucial traits for an astrologer. The 8th house relates to occult sciences, mysteries, and transformative knowledge.
- Reference: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra states that benefic planets in the 5th and 8th houses enhance one’s ability to understand and interpret occult knowledge, including astrology.
- Influence of the 2nd and 10th Houses
- Explanation: The 2nd house represents speech and communication skills, important for teaching and consulting, while the 10th house relates to one’s profession and public image.
- Reference: In Saravali, it is mentioned that if the lord of the 2nd house is well-placed in the 10th house and aspected by benefic planets, the individual may become a renowned speaker and could pursue astrology as a profession.
- Placement of the Moon in the 5th or 9th House
- Explanation: The Moon symbolizes the mind and intuition. Placement in the houses of intelligence (5th) or higher knowledge (9th) enhances intuitive abilities beneficial for astrological predictions.
- Reference: Phaladeepika notes that an unafflicted Moon in the 5th or 9th house bestows strong intuition and can lead to excellence in predictive sciences like astrology.
- Jupiter in the Ascendant (Lagna)
- Explanation: Jupiter in the Ascendant brings wisdom, ethical conduct, and an inclination toward spiritual and philosophical studies, including astrology.
- Reference: According to Jataka Parijata, Jupiter placed in the Lagna makes the native wise and learned, with potential knowledge in astrology and sacred scriptures.
- Ketu in the 12th House
- Explanation: Ketu represents spiritual insight and detachment. Its placement in the 12th house (house of enlightenment and liberation) can indicate profound knowledge of metaphysical subjects.
- Reference: Uttarakalamrita suggests that Ketu in the 12th house can lead to deep understanding of secret sciences, enabling the individual to become an adept astrologer.
- Benefic Influence on the 8th House Lord
- Explanation: The 8th house lord associated with benefic planets or positioned in favorable houses can enhance one’s interest and skill in occult sciences.
- Reference: Brihat Jataka indicates that a well-placed 8th house lord can contribute to mastery in astrology and related fields.
- Tenth Lord in Mercurian Navamasa
Ref- BPHS- When the tenth lord is placed in Mercurian Navansh, the native becomes adept in shastras.
The influence of Jupiter or Ketu on such a planet or placed in the 8th navansh also gives astrology a career. - Third from AL aspected or occupied by Mercury, Venus and Jupiter makes native king of astrologers- Ref- Jaimini Sutram.
- Tenth from KL placement of Mercury, Ketu or eight lord makes native skilful astrologer understand the subject.
- The connection of second lord to tenth house or lord makes native earn via Vaak Siddhi, If powerful planets are connected to this combination.An astrologer should be engaged in spiritual practices and pursuits and must pray to Surya by worshipping Surya regularly as Sun being King of all planets shold be prayed and native should honour all significations of Surya, As when you will pray to Surya then only you will get fame for your hardwork for this donation of food, Surya havan, Arghya to Sun should be offer.
Prayers to Ganesh ji as he is the one who will give you Vaak Siddhi and for his worship, As he is the leader of all Ganas and will give you intuition and clear thinking ability to solve other people problems, Native should always pray to Ganesh ji on a daily basis as well as connecting oneself to nature, the best way to pray to Shree Ganesh is by paying attention to small details in nature, Be sensitive towards everyone needs and taking care of small beings, When you are sensitive you could feel by the energy of the day. Usually, I have noticed that daily, during the temple rituals, you will get an idea of what is going to happen today.
An astrologer should wear yantras for protection, guidance and to improve their aura otherwise over a period of time you will see astrologers getting drained due to their heavy mental work and dealing with energy of Sky is not easy and when you earn from Urja of akaash then donate continously back for such work.
Never abuse any other astrology branch or astrologer, as it is equal to cleaning someone else shit with your own tongue, and you will lose your punya; only when someone attacks astrology or astrologer from whom you have learned are you allowed to reply on an intellectual level not abusive level.
An astrologer should continuously be in pursuit of gathering energy from universe to go and understand metaphysical eigth house and should read philosophy of different schools to broader the horizon of understanding effect of any planet such as Mars is a technical planet but Mars in Gemini is about communications engineer when there is an aspect of Saturn – The effect of Ketu would have made native gone through dealing with lasers or sound, frequency waves, All this will not be in book but by understanding small details. Mars Ketu Virgo shows complex trouble in body related to nerves and blood contamination due to earth related water containing lead.
The whole game is of Urja- Power; when you have power from Sky everything will fall in place, and this Urja is to be manifested with the help of various rituals which are taught to you in courses and books, Its not a one-time event but a continuous process which should not be stopped at any point.
I hope this article gives you clarity about your on chart and how to use the energy of your chart to become a good astrologer.
