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Retrograde Mercury in 5th House in Leo

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Retrograde Mercury in Fifth House in Leo

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Leo, Aries rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the third and sixth house. In general, it is partly benefic and partly malefic here, though the malefic part is higher, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of horoscope in Leo is malefic in many cases, though it may turn benefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more benefic planets, and/or an overall benefic horoscope. The concept of a malefic planet turning benefic due to influences of benefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Leo can bless the native with good results related to siblings, colleagues, love life, children, creativity, spiritual growth, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children and/or siblings. Considering children, such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally and/or creatively better or much better than average. Such children may achieve a lot in many spheres of their lives, and they may bring good name and many other good results to the native. Such retrograde Mercury can also bless the native with creativity. Considering siblings, some of them may come across success, money, fame, and/or authority, and the native may witness many benefits because of them. They may stand by the native and they may help him get out of his problems, many times in his life. A sibling of the native may give him a big amount of money, and/or wealth, while such sibling is alive, and/or through his/her will.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, police officer, army, air force, naval, revenue, administrative, foreign services officer, judge, doctor, scientist, engineer, politician, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking another example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Leo with benefic Moon. Mars is placed in the seventh house in Libra, benefic debilitated Rahu is placed in the eighth house in Scorpio, debilitated Ketu is placed in the second house in Taurus, retrograde Jupiter is placed in the eleventh house in Aquarius, and benefic Venus is placed in the fourth house in Cancer with benefic Saturn. In this case, the native may become a tennis player, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Sun is placed in the fifth house in Leo with Moon and Mercury; the equation may become better. In this case, the native may possess remarkable talent related to the sport, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. He may win majority of his matches as well as several championship titles. He may rank among the top players. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most successful tennis players of his time, and his net worth may be in multimillions.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Leo can trouble the native with problems related to siblings, colleagues, love life, children, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the third and sixth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his children and/or siblings. Considering children, the native may lose one or more children through miscarriages that his wife may witness. He may witness delay in childbirth, and/or he may have children who may be physically and/or mentally troubled in some way. He may lose his children through divorce, or his children may engage in immoral/illegal activities, and he may witness bad reputation and many other problems because of them. In an extreme case, the native may witness death of one or more children during their young ages. Considering siblings, he may have bad relationships with some of his siblings, and/or he may witness various types of problems through them or due to them. He may have siblings who may be criminals, and/or drug addicts, and he may face several problems because of them. In an extreme case, the native may lose one or more siblings to death, before their ages of 40 or 30.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose malefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Leo with Venus. Malefic exalted Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Virgo with Sun; malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Pisces with Mars; Jupiter is placed in the second house in Taurus, benefic Saturn is placed in the third house in Gemini, and debilitated Moon is placed in the eighth house in Scorpio. Grahan Yoga is formed in the sixth house.

In this case, the native may not have good relationships with some of his siblings, and/or he may witness several problems because of them. He may not achieve much professional success throughout his life, though he may earn well at times. He may witness setbacks and financial losses through profession. He may witness 1 or 2 failed marriages, and he may settle in his second or third marriage. He may lose custody of his children from first marriage to his wife, through divorce.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 5th House in Cancer

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Retrograde Mercury in Fifth House in Cancer

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Cancer, Pisces rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the fourth and seventh house. In general, it is benefic here, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of horoscope in Cancer is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Cancer can bless the native with good results related to mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, marriage, husband, wife, love life, children, creativity, spiritual growth, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children, mother and/or marriage. Considering children, such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally and/or creatively better or much better than average. Such children may achieve a lot in many spheres of their lives, and they may bring good name and many other good results to the native. Such retrograde Mercury can also bless the native with creativity. Considering mother, native’s mother may be a rich woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of her money, influence and/or status. She may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while she’s alive, and/or through her will. Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with authority in government as a police officer, army, air force, naval, revenue, administrative, foreign services officer, judge, doctor, scientist, engineer, politician or some other type of professional. Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Cancer with Venus. Sun is placed in the sixth house in Leo with Rahu; Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Aquarius, Saturn is placed in the seventh house in Virgo, benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the ninth house in Scorpio, and benefic Moon is placed in the eighth house in Libra. In this case, the native may become an officer in administrative services, and he may enjoy a good career.

If benefic Mars is placed in the ninth house in Scorpio with Jupiter, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may achieve success in civil exams, and he may get selected for the highest possible direct rank in administrative services. He may serve at several important posts, and he may come across very good amount of success, recognition and authority. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may serve as the head of an administrative department or chief secretary of a state, before retirement.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Cancer can trouble the native with problems related to mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, marriage, husband, wife, love life, children, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the fourth and seventh house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his children, mother and/or marriage. Considering children, the native may lose one or more children through miscarriages that his wife may witness. He may witness delay in childbirth, and/or he may have children who may be physically and/or mentally troubled in some way. He may lose his children through divorce, or his children may engage in immoral/illegal activities, and he may witness bad reputation and many other problems because of them. Considering mother, the native may not have a good equation with his mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father, his mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, and/or she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times. He may also witness various types of problems related to properties, vehicles and/or mental health.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Cancer with malefic Sun and malefic Venus. Malefic Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Leo with Moon; malefic Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Aquarius, benefic Jupiter is placed in the third house in Taurus, malefic retrograde Saturn is placed in the fourth house in Gemini, and Mars is placed in the eighth house in Libra. Grahan Yoga is formed in the sixth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 15 or 10. He may not achieve much professional success throughout his life, and he may not earn well. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may witness 1 or 2 failed marriages, and he may settle in his second or third marriage. He may not have an alive child till his age of 40/45, or throughout his life. He may lose 2 or more children through miscarriages that his wife/wives may witness.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 5th House in Gemini

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Retrograde Mercury in Fifth House in Gemini

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini, Aquarius rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the fifth and eighth house. In general, it is partly benefic and partly malefic here, though the benefic part is higher, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of horoscope in Gemini is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini can bless the native with good results related to love life, children, creativity, spiritual growth, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children. For example, such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally and/or creatively better or much better than average. Such children may achieve a lot in many spheres of their lives, and they may bring good name and many other good results to the native. Such retrograde Mercury can also bless the native with creativity.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success through a creative field as an actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer or some other likewise professional. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini with benefic Sun and benefic Venus. Benefic Rahu is placed in the ninth house in Libra, Ketu is placed in the third house in Aries, Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Cancer, benefic Mars is placed in the second house in Pisces, and Moon is placed in the eighth house in Virgo. In this case, the native may become a writer, and he may witness good results. He may write fictional books falling in several genres including romance, drama, mystery and thriller.

If benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the third house in Aries with Ketu, the equation may become better. The native may possess remarkable talent, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. He may deliver several bestsellers, and he may receive many awards. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most successful writers of his time, and his net worth may be in multimillions.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini can trouble the native with problems related to lifespan, love life, children, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the fifth and eighth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his children and/or lifespan. Considering children, the native may lose one or more children through miscarriages that his wife may witness. He may witness delay in childbirth, and/or he may have children who may be physically and/or mentally troubled in some way. He may lose his children through divorce, or his children may engage in immoral/illegal activities, and he may witness bad reputation and many other problems because of them. In an extreme case, the native may witness death of one or more children during their young ages. Considering lifespan, the native may witness reduction in lifespan due to several reasons. For example, he may die in an accident, through a natural disaster, due to a fatal disease, due to a fatal viral infection like COVID, due to drug addiction, he may commit suicide, or someone may kill him, intentionally or unintentionally.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini with malefic Rahu. Malefic Ketu is placed in the eleventh house in Sagittarius, Sun is placed in the sixth house in Cancer with Venus; malefic Moon is placed in the seventh house in Leo with Jupiter; benefic Mars is placed in the third house in Aries, and retrograde Saturn is placed in the eighth house in Virgo.

In this case, native’s parents may have a disturbed marriage, and the native may witness a troubled childhood. He may not achieve much professional success despite continuous efforts. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may witness bad reputation and court case/cases through profession. He may witness 2 or 3 failed marriages, and he may settle in his third or fourth marriage. He may lose custody of his children from first marriage to his wife, through divorce. He may die before his age of 55 or 50, due to a heart attack, or in an accident.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 5th House in Taurus

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Retrograde Mercury in Fifth House in Taurus

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus, Capricorn rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the sixth and ninth house. In general, it is partly benefic and partly malefic here, though the benefic part is higher, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of horoscope in Taurus is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus can bless the native with good results related to father, love life, children, creativity, spiritual growth, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children and/or father. Considering children, such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally and/or creatively better or much better than average. Such children may achieve a lot in many spheres of their lives, and they may bring good name and many other good results to the native. Such retrograde Mercury can also bless the native with creativity. Considering father, native’s father may be a rich man, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of his father’s money, influence and/or status. He may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while he’s alive, and/or through his will.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example for a female native, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus with Sun and benefic debilitated Ketu. Benefic debilitated Rahu is placed in the eleventh house in Scorpio, benefic Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Gemini, Jupiter is placed in the third house in Pisces, and benefic Venus is placed in the seventh house in Cancer with benefic Moon. In this case, the native may become a journalist. She may work with a well-established TV news channel, and she may witness good results.

If benefic Mars is placed in the third house in Pisces with Jupiter, the equation may become better. The native may come across very good amount of success, recognition and fame as a journalist, along with good amount of money. She may uncover several high-profile scandals as well as conspiracies, and she may receive many awards. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, she may become one of the most recognized journalists of her country, and her net worth may be in multimillions.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus can trouble the native with problems related to father, love life, children, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the sixth and ninth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his children and/or father. Considering children, the native may lose one or more children through miscarriages that his wife may witness. He may witness delay in childbirth, and/or he may have children who may be physically and/or mentally troubled in some way. He may lose his children through divorce, or his children may engage in immoral/illegal activities, and he may witness bad reputation and many other problems because of them. In an extreme case, the native may witness death of one or more children during their young ages. Considering father, the native may not have a good equation with his father, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his mother, his father may suffer from a long-lasting illness, he may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, he may be a criminal, and/or he may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus with malefic Sun. Venus is placed in the sixth house in Gemini, malefic exalted Jupiter is placed in the seventh house in Cancer with debilitated Mars; Rahu is placed in the second house in Aquarius, malefic Ketu is placed in the eighth house in Leo with Moon; and Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Sagittarius. Grahan Yoga is formed in the eighth house.

In this case, native’s father as well as mother may die before his age of 20 or 15. He may not achieve much professional success throughout his life, though he may earn well at times. He may witness financial losses and bad reputation through profession. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may not get married till his age of 35/40 or throughout his life. He may not have his first alive child till his age of 40/45, or throughout his life.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 5th House in Aries

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Retrograde Mercury in Fifth House in Aries

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries, Sagittarius rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the seventh and tenth house. In general, it. is benefic here, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of horoscope in Aries is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries can bless the native with good results related to marriage, husband, wife, love life, children, creativity, spiritual growth, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children and/or marriage. Considering children, such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally and/or creatively better or much better than average. Such children may achieve a lot in many spheres of their lives, and they may bring good name and many other good results to the native. Such retrograde Mercury can also bless the native with creativity. Considering marriage, the native may get married to a woman who may be beautiful, rich, a celebrity, an officer in government, a powerful politician, a successful businesswoman, and/or a citizen of a foreign country. The native may witness several benefits due to or through his wife and/or her family members. The native may settle in a foreign country on the basis of his marriage, if his overall horoscope and running times are supportive.

Such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success through a creative field as an actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer or some other likewise professional. Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries with benefic exalted Sun and benefic Rahu. Ketu is placed in the eleventh house in Libra, Moon is placed in the first house in Sagittarius with Mars; exalted Venus is placed in the fourth house in Pisces; and benefic retrograde Saturn is placed in the tenth house in Virgo. Sun and Mercury form Budhaditya Yoga in the fifth house. In this case, the native may become a music composer, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Jupiter is placed in the fourth house in Pisces with Venus; the equation may become better. Jupiter forms Hamsa Yoga in the fourth house. In this case, the native may possess remarkable talent as a music composer, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. He may compose music for several hit songs as well as movies, and he may receive many awards. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most successful music composers of his time, and his net worth may be in multimillions.

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On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries can trouble the native with problems related to marriage, husband, wife, love life, children, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the seventh and tenth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his children and/or marriage. Considering children, the native may lose one or more children through miscarriages that his wife may witness. He may witness delay in childbirth, and/or he may have children who may be physically and/or mentally troubled in some way. He may lose his children through divorce, or his children may engage in immoral/illegal activities, and he may witness bad reputation and many other problems because of them. Considering marriage, the native may witness delay/disturbances in marriage, and/or one or more failed marriages. He may have serious differences of opinion with his wife, she may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, she may not be loyal to him, she may have extramarital affair/affairs, and/or she may die within 10 or 5 years of marriage.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries with malefic Venus. Malefic exalted Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Taurus with Sun; malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio with Saturn; benefic Jupiter is placed in the third house in Aquarius, and malefic Moon is placed in the eighth house in Cancer with debilitated Mars. Grahan Yoga is formed in the sixth house.

In this case, the native may not achieve much professional success throughout his life, and he may keep changing jobs. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may witness financial tightness and debts, many times in his life. He may witness 1 or 2 failed marriages, and he may settle in his second or third marriage. He may not have his first alive child till his age of 40/45, or throughout his life. He may lose 2 or more children through miscarriages, that his wife/wives may have.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 4th House in Pisces

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Retrograde Mercury in Fourth House in Pisces

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces, Sagittarius rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the seventh and tenth house. In general, it is benefic here, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of horoscope in Pisces is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces can bless the native with good results related to marriage, husband, wife, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or marriage. Considering mother, native’s mother may be a rich woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of her money, influence and/or status. She may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while she’s alive, and/or through her will. Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering marriage, the native may get married to a woman who may be beautiful, rich, a celebrity, an officer in government, a powerful politician, a successful businesswoman, and/or a citizen of a foreign country. The native may witness several benefits due to or through his wife and/or her family members. The native may settle in a foreign country on the basis of his marriage, if his overall horoscope and running times are supportive.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with authority in government as a police officer, army, air force, naval, revenue, administrative, foreign services officer, judge, doctor, scientist, engineer, politician or some other type of professional. Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mercury and benefic Sun form Budhaditya Yoga in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces. Venus is placed in the fifth house in Aries with Mars; benefic Saturn is placed in the first house in Sagittarius, benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Taurus with exalted Moon; and exalted Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio. In this case, the native may engage in politics, and he may become a member of parliament of his country.

If benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the fourth house in Pisces with Sun and Mercury; the equation may become better. Jupiter forms Hamsa Yoga in the fourth house whereas Jupiter and Mercury form Neechbhanga Rajyoga in the same house. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, recognition, authority and fame through politics. He may win several elections, and he may become a minister in national government. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may serve as prime minister or president of his country.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces can trouble the native with problems related to marriage, husband, wife, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the seventh and tenth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his mother and/or marriage. Considering mother, the native may not have a good equation with his mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father, his mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, and/or she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times. Considering marriage, the native may witness delay/disturbances in marriage, and/or one or more failed marriages. He may have serious differences of opinion with his wife, she may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, she may not be loyal to him, she may have extramarital affair/affairs, and/or she may die within 10 or 5 years of marriage.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces with Mars and malefic exalted Venus. Malefic Moon is placed in the third house in Aquarius with Sun and malefic Ketu; malefic Rahu is placed in the ninth house in Leo, Jupiter is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio, and Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Taurus. Pitra Dosh is formed in the ninth house whereas Grahan Yoga is formed in the third house.

In this case, native’s father as well as mother may die before his age of 20 or 15. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, and he may keep changing jobs. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 6 months, many times in his life. He may witness financial tightness and debts, many times in his life. He may witness 1 or 2 failed marriages, and he may settle in his second or third marriage.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 4th House in Aquarius

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Retrograde Mercury in Fourth House in Aquarius

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius, Scorpio rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the eighth and eleventh house. In general, it is partly benefic and partly malefic here, though the malefic part is higher, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of horoscope in Aquarius is malefic in many cases, though it may turn benefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more benefic planets, and/or an overall benefic horoscope. The concept of a malefic planet turning benefic due to influences of benefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius can bless the native with good results related to friends, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or friends. Considering mother, native’s mother may be a rich woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of her money, influence and/or status. She may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while she’s alive, and/or through her will. Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering friends, some of his friends may come across success, money, fame, and/or authority, and the native may witness many benefits because of them. They may stand by the native and they may help him get out of his problems, many times in his life. One or more of his friends may help him financially as well as in other ways, in order for him to start a new business, or repair/consolidate an already existing business.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as an actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer or some other likewise professional. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius with benefic Ketu. Benefic Rahu is placed in the tenth house in Leo, Mars is placed in the sixth house in Aries with benefic debilitated Saturn; benefic Sun is placed in the third house in Capricorn with retrograde Venus; and benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the seventh house in Taurus. In this case, the native may become a footballer, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Moon is placed in the eleventh house in Virgo, the equation may become better. The native may possess remarkable talent related to the sport, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. He may deliver several match-winning performances, and he may receive many awards/medals. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most successful footballers of his time, and his net worth may be in billions.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius can trouble the native with problems related to lifespan, friends, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the eighth and eleventh house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his mother, friends and/or lifespan. Considering mother, the native may not have a good equation with his mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father, his mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, and/or she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times. Considering lifespan, the native may witness reduction in lifespan due to several reasons. For example, he may die in an accident, through a natural disaster, due to a fatal disease, due to a fatal viral infection like COVID, due to drug addiction, he may commit suicide, or someone may kill him, intentionally or unintentionally.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. He may also become a criminal. Taking an example, suppose malefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius with malefic Rahu. Malefic Ketu is placed in the tenth house in Leo, benefic Sun is placed in the fifth house in Pisces, Moon is placed in the eighth house in Gemini; malefic Venus is placed in the sixth house in Aries with Mars and retrograde Jupiter; and retrograde Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Libra.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 20 or 15. The native may become leader of a criminal group which may engage in drug trafficking and violent crimes. One or more friends may also work with him. He may traffic narcotics worth in billions, over some years. He may injure many people, and he may kill some people. His first marriage may fail, and he may not get married again. He may get caught between his age of 40 and 45, and he may be imprisoned for more than 20/30 years. He may die in prison, between his age of 65 or 60.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 4th House in Capricorn

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Retrograde Mercury in Fourth House in Capricorn

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn, Libra rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the ninth and twelfth house. In general, it is partly benefic and partly malefic here, though the benefic part is higher, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of horoscope in Capricorn is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn can bless the native with good results related to father, creativity, spiritual growth, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or father. Considering parents, native’s father/mother may be a rich man/woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of his father/mother’s money, influence and/or status. He/she may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while he/she’s alive, and/or through his/her will. Such retrograde Mercury can also render creativity to the native.

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Such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success through a creative field as an actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer or some other likewise professional. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn with benefic Moon, benefic Sun and benefic Saturn. Venus is placed in the second house in Scorpio, Jupiter is placed in the fifth house in Aquarius, benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Virgo, and exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Pisces. Saturn forms Shasha Yoga in the fourth house. In this case, the native may become an actor, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Mars is placed in the fifth house in Aquarius with Jupiter, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may possess remarkable acting talent, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. He may be known as a charming and stylish actor. He may perform very well in the genres of drama, romance, comedy and tragedy. He may deliver several hit movies, and he may receive many awards, including an Oscar. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the greatest actors of all time, and his net worth may be in billions.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn can trouble the native with problems related to father, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the ninth and twelfth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his mother and/or father. Considering parents, the native may not have a good equation with his father/mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father/mother, his father/mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, he/she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, he/she may be a criminal, and/or he/she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn with Sun and malefic retrograde Jupiter. Malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Pisces with exalted Venus; malefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Virgo with Saturn; and exalted Moon is placed in the eighth house in Taurus with Mars.

In this case, native’s father as well as mother may die before his age of 20 or 15. The native may suffer from a mental disorder, and he may not get out of it throughout his life. He may have to avail therapy and medicines to keep his situation under control. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, and he may keep changing jobs. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. His first marriage may fail, and he may not get married again. If the finer factors and running times are very bad for mental health, he may spend more than 6 months in a mental asylum.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 4th House in Sagittarius

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Retrograde Mercury in Fourth House in Sagittarius

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius, Virgo rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the first and tenth house. In general, it is benefic here, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of horoscope in Sagittarius is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius can bless the native with good results related to health, lifespan, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or lifespan. Considering mother, native’s mother may be a rich woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of her money, influence and/or status. She may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while she’s alive, and/or through her will. Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius with Sun. Benefic Venus is placed in the third house in Scorpio, benefic Moon is placed in the first house in Virgo, benefic Rahu is placed in the eleventh house in Cancer, Ketu is placed in the fifth house in Capricorn, and Saturn is placed in the ninth house in Taurus with Mars. In this case, the native may start a hotel, and he may witness good results.

If benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the first house in Virgo with Moon, the equation may become better. Benefic Moon and Jupiter form Gaj Kesari Yoga in the first house. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, money and recognition through hotel industry. His business may expand after his age of 35/40, and it may keep growing. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may own a chain of hotels worth in billions, by his age of 55/60.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius can trouble the native with problems related to health, lifespan, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the first and tenth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his mother and/or lifespan. Considering mother, the native may not have a good equation with his mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father, his mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, and/or she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times. He may also witness various types of problems related to properties, vehicles and/or mental health. Considering lifespan, the native may witness reduction in lifespan due to several reasons. For example, he may die in an accident, through a natural disaster, due to a fatal disease, due to a fatal viral infection like COVID, due to drug addiction, he may commit suicide, or someone may kill him, intentionally or unintentionally.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. He may also become a criminal. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius with Venus and malefic Sun. Malefic Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Aquarius with Jupiter; malefic Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Leo, Moon is placed in the eighth house in Aries, malefic exalted Mars is placed in the fifth house in Capricorn, and retrograde Saturn is placed in the second house in Libra. Guru Chandal Yoga is formed in the sixth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 15 or 10. The native may become a criminal. He may engage in financial crimes, violent crimes and woman trafficking. He may execute several robberies, he may injure many people, and he may kill many people. He may kidnap and sell several women. He may rape many of them, and he may kill some of them. He may get killed by another criminal, between his age of 40 and 50.

Himanshu Shangari

Retrograde Mercury in 4th House in Scorpio

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Retrograde Mercury in Fourth House in Scorpio

When retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio, Leo rises in the ascendant. Mercury rules the second and eleventh house. In general, it is benefic here, in most cases. The concept of various planets exhibiting tendencies to be benefic or malefic on the basis of the houses they rule in a horoscope has been explained in the book ‘Gemstones: Magic or Science?’.

Retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of horoscope in Scorpio is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mercury is influenced by one or more malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope. The concept of a benefic planet turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets has been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.

When benefic in nature, retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio can bless the native with good results related to friends, family, speech, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mercury can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother, family and/or friends. Considering mother, native’s mother may be a rich woman, a celebrity, an officer in government or a powerful politician. The native may enjoy many benefits because of her money, influence and/or status. She may give a big amount of money, and/or wealth to the native, while she’s alive, and/or through her will. Such retrograde Mercury can bless the native with vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering friends, some of his friends may come across success, money, fame, and/or authority, and the native may witness many benefits because of them. They may stand by the native and they may help him get out of his problems, many times in his life. One or more of his friends may help him financially as well as in other ways, in order for him to start a new business, or repair/consolidate an already existing business.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mercury can help the native achieve success as a teacher, coach, instructor, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, editor, anchor, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, sportsman, artist, architect, designer, developer, mathematician, charted accountant, banker, astrologer, psychic, religious guru, preacher, researcher, analyst, professional dealing in education industry, coaching, marketing, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio with benefic Venus. Benefic Mars is placed in the eleventh house in Gemini, benefic Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Capricorn, Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Cancer with Moon; Saturn is placed in the seventh house in Aquarius, and retrograde Jupiter is placed in the second house in Virgo. In this case, the native may start a company which may deal in real estate projects, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Sun is placed in the fifth house in Sagittarius, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, money and recognition through real estate industry. His business may expand after his age of 35/40, and it may keep growing. His company may deal in big projects including housing societies and shopping complexes. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may own a business empire worth in billions, by his age of 55/60.

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mercury in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio can trouble the native with problems related to friends, family, speech, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mercury rules the second and eleventh house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mercury is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of problems related to or through his mother, family and/or friends. Considering mother, the native may not have a good equation with his mother, his parents may get divorced and he may live with his father, his mother may suffer from a long-lasting illness, she may be an alcoholic and/or a drug addict, she may be a criminal, and/or she may die before native’s age of 20, depending on native’s overall horoscope and running times. Considering friends, some of his friends may be selfish, opportunists, criminal-minded, criminals, drug addicts, traitors and/or they may have some other negative traits. The native may witness several problems because of such friends, many times in his life. Some of his friends may be his hidden enemies, and they may keep causing problems for him.

The native may witness delays, financial losses, setbacks, failures, job loss, bad reputation and several other problems related to or through his profession. He may also become a criminal. Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mercury is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio with Sun, Mars, malefic debilitated Moon and malefic exalted Ketu. Malefic exalted Rahu is placed in the tenth house in Taurus, retrograde Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Cancer, and retrograde Venus is placed in the third house in Libra with Jupiter. Ketu forms Grahan Yoga in the fourth house by afflicting Sun as well as Moon.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 10 or 5. He may become a serial rapist as well as serial killer. He may rape dozens of women over several years, and he may kill many of them. He may become most wanted serial rapist and killer over time. He may get caught after his age of 30 or 35, and he may receive death penalty. He may die between his age of 35 and 45, depending on the finer factors and running times.

Himanshu Shangari