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Retrograde Mars in Fifth House in Gemini

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini, Aquarius rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the third 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 Mars in the fifth house of horoscope in Gemini is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mars 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 Mars in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children and/or siblings. Considering children, the native may not witness any complications during the birth processes of his children. He may have children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually 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 Mars can also render creativity to the native. 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 Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, police officer, army, air force, naval, revenue, administrative, foreign services officer, judge, doctor, scientist, engineer, politician, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini with Ketu. Benefic Rahu is placed in the eleventh house in Sagittarius with benefic Venus; Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Capricorn, Moon is placed in the first house in Aquarius, Mercury is placed in the tenth house in Scorpio, and benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the fourth house in Taurus. In this case, the native may get a well-paying job in a well-established company which may deal in electrical and electronic products, among other things. He may witness good results.

If benefic Sun is placed in the eleventh house in Sagittarius with Venus and Rahu; the equation may become better. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, money and recognition through his job. He may serve at several important posts, he may accomplish a lot during his career, and he may keep getting promoted. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may serve as CEO of such company for several years. His net worth may be in billions.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mars in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini 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.

Mars rules the third and tenth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mars 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, the native may have bad relationships with his siblings, and/or he may witness various types of problems through them or due to them. The native 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 retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Gemini with malefic Rahu. Malefic Ketu is placed in the eleventh house in Sagittarius with Mercury and malefic Moon; benefic Sun is placed in the tenth house in Scorpio with retrograde Saturn; debilitated Venus is placed in the eighth house in Virgo, and debilitated Jupiter is placed in the twelfth house in Capricorn. Grahan Yoga is formed in the eleventh house whereas Angarak Yoga is formed in the fifth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 15 or 10. He may witness a troublesome childhood. He may have bad relationships with some of his siblings, and/or he may witness several problems because of them. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, and he may keep changing jobs, though he may earn well at times. His first marriage may fail, and he may settle in his second marriage. He may lose one or more children to death, through miscarriages that his wife/wives may witness.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fifth House in Taurus

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus, Capricorn rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the fourth 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 Mars in the fifth house of horoscope in Taurus is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus can bless the native with good results related to friends, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children, mother and/or friends. Considering children, the native may not witness any complications during the birth processes of his children. He may have children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually 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. 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, 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.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

Such retrograde Mars 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 for a female native, suppose benefic retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus. Benefic debilitated Venus is placed in the ninth house in Virgo, benefic retrograde Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Gemini, Sun is placed in the eleventh house in Scorpio with Mercury; Jupiter is placed in the eighth house in Leo, benefic Rahu is placed in the seventh house in Cancer, and Ketu is placed in the first house in Capricorn. In this case, the native may become a tennis player, and she may witness good results.

If benefic Moon is placed in the ninth house in Virgo with Venus, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may possess remarkable talent related to the sport, and she may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. She may win most of her matches as well as several championship titles. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, she may become one of the greatest female tennis players of all time, and she may rank number 1 for many years. Her net worth may be in multimillions, and she may be added to tennis hall of fame.

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

Mars rules the fourth and eleventh house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mars 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 friends. 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. 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.

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 Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Taurus with malefic Jupiter. Malefic exalted Sun is placed in the fourth house in Aries with Mercury; malefic Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Gemini with Venus; malefic Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Sagittarius with Saturn; and Moon is placed in the eighth house in Leo.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 10 or 5. He may witness a troublesome childhood. He 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 not have many friends, and he may lose one or more good friends to death, before his age of 35/30. His first marriage may fail, and he may not get married again. He may lose custody of his children from first marriage to his wife, through divorce.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fifth House in Aries

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries, Sagittarius rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the fifth 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 Mars in the fifth house of horoscope in Aries is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his children. For example, the native may not witness any complications during the birth processes of his children. He may have children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually 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 Mars can also render creativity to the native.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Aries with Moon. Benefic debilitated Sun is placed in the eleventh house in Libra, benefic debilitated Jupiter is placed in the second house in Capricorn, benefic Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio, debilitated Venus is placed in the tenth house in Virgo, Ketu is placed in the first house in Sagittarius, and benefic Rahu is placed in the seventh house in Gemini. In this case, the native may start a casino, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Mercury is placed in the eleventh house in Libra with Sun, the equation may become better. Sun and Mercury form Budhaditya Yoga in the eleventh house. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, money and recognition through casino industry. His business may expand after his age of 35/40, and it may keep growing. He may own several casinos, and he may also invest in hotel industry. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may own a business empire worth in billions, by his age of 55/60.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

Such retrograde Mars 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 for a female native, ,

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

Mars rules the fifth and twelfth house, and it is placed in the fifth house. If such retrograde Mars 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. For example, 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.

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 Mars is placed in the fifth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius with malefic Moon. Malefic Ketu is placed in the eighth house in Cancer with Mercury; Rahu is placed in the second house in Capricorn, benefic Sun is placed in the seventh house in Gemini, malefic Venus is placed in the sixth house in Taurus, Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio, and benefic Jupiter is placed in the fourth house in Pisces.

In this case, the native may witness a troublesome childhood. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, and he may only find temporary jobs. 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 lose one or more children to death, through miscarriages that his wife/wives may witness. He may also lose one or more children to death, during their young ages.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Pisces

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces, Sagittarius rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the fifth 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Pisces is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces can bless the native with good results related to love life, children, 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or children. 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering children, the native may not witness any complications during the birth processes of his children. He may have children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually 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 Mars can also render creativity to the native.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

Such retrograde Mars 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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces with exalted Venus. Benefic Sun and benefic Mercury form Budhaditya Yoga in the third house in Aquarius, benefic Rahu is placed in the seventh house in Gemini, Ketu is placed in the first house in Sagittarius, benefic Saturn is placed in the tenth house in Virgo, and debilitated Moon is placed in the twelfth house in Scorpio. 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 fantasy, adventure, mystery and magic.

If benefic Jupiter is placed in the fifth house in Aries, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may possess remarkable talent, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame as a writer. 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces can trouble the native with problems related to love life, children, mother, education, wealth, properties, vehicles, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Mars rules the fifth and twelfth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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 children. 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 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.

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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Pisces with malefic debilitated Rahu. Malefic debilitated Ketu is placed in the tenth house in Virgo with malefic Moon; Sun is placed in the sixth house in Taurus with Jupiter; malefic Venus is placed in the seventh house in Gemini with Mercury; and benefic Saturn is placed in the second house in Capricorn. Grahan Yoga is formed in the tenth house whereas Angarak Yoga is formed in the fourth house.

In this case, native’s parents may get divorced during his childhood, and he may live with his father, losing his mother. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, though he may earn well at times. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 6 months, many times in his life. He may witness 2 or 3 failed marriages, and he may settle in his third or fourth marriage. He may lose one or more children to death, through miscarriages that his wife/wives may witness.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Aquarius

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius, Scorpio rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the first and sixth 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Aquarius is benefic in many cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius 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 Mars 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Such retrograde Mars can render bravery, courage and leadership abilities to the native, among other things. Hence, he may achieve success through a wide variety of jobs, and/or businesses. It can also bless the native with good health and a long life, like beyond 70, 80 or 90, depending on his overall horoscope and running times.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mars 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 retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius with benefic Moon. Benefic Jupiter is placed in the first house in Scorpio, Mercury is placed in the tenth house in Leo, benefic Rahu is placed in the ninth house in Cancer with Venus; Ketu is placed in the third house in Capricorn, and benefic Saturn is placed in the seventh house in Taurus. In this case, the native may engage in politics, and he may become a member of parliament of his country.

If benefic Sun is placed in the tenth house in Leo with Mercury; the equation may become better. 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.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius 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.

Mars rules the first and sixth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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, the native 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. Considering some unintentional incidents, he may get caught in a crossfire between two rival criminal gangs or that between criminals and police, or someone may accidently kill him.

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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Aquarius with malefic Mercury. Malefic Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Aries with debilitated Saturn and malefic Venus; malefic Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Libra with Moon; benefic Sun is placed in the fifth house in Pisces, and benefic Jupiter is placed in the seventh house in Taurus. Grahan Yoga is formed in the twelfth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 5 or 3. His father may get married again, but the native may have a bad equation with his stepmother. He may witness setbacks, failures and financial losses through profession, though he may earn well in general. He may witness 1 or 2 failed marriages, and he may not get married after that. He may die before his age of 50 or 45, in an accident, due to a fatal viral infection like COVID, or someone may kill him.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Capricorn

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn, Libra rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the second 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Capricorn is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn can bless the native with good results related to family, speech, 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother, family 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering family, the native may be born in a rich, influential, resourceful, well-respected, politically powerful, royal and/or spiritually advanced family, and he may witness several benefits by virtue of being a member of such family. The native may be a good, very good or gifted speaker, and he may achieve good results in many spheres of his life, by virtue of his speech abilities. 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 Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, artist, architect, designer, developer, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn with Venus and benefic Saturn. Benefic Sun is placed in the second house in Scorpio, Mercury is placed in the third house in Sagittarius, Jupiter is placed in the eighth house in Taurus, benefic Rahu is placed in the eleventh house in Leo, and Ketu is placed in the fifth house in Aquarius. Mars forms Ruchaka Yoga in the fourth house whereas Saturn forms Shasha Yoga in the same house. In this case, the native may start a company which may deal in real estate projects, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Moon is placed in the seventh house in Aries, 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 like housing societies and commercial 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.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn can trouble the native with problems related to family, speech, 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.

Mars rules the second and seventh house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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 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. He may also witness various types of problems related to properties, vehicles and/or mental health. Considering family, the native may be born in a family which may be poor, and/or some of his family members may be alcoholics, drug addicts, criminals and/or they may have some other negative traits. Hence the native may witness several problems in his life, due to bad reputation of his family, and/or bad conducts of some family members. 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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Capricorn with malefic Rahu and malefic debilitated Jupiter. Malefic Ketu is placed in the tenth house in Cancer, Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Pisces, Moon is placed in the twelfth house in Virgo with exalted Mercury; benefic debilitated Sun is placed in the first house in Libra, and Venus is placed in the third house in Sagittarius. Guru Chandal Yoga as well as Angarak Yoga is formed in the fourth house.

In this case, native’s mother may be a criminal. His parents may get divorced, and he may live with his father, losing his mother. He may witness a troublesome childhood. He may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, though he may earn well at times. He may remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may witness 2 or 3 failed marriages, and he may settle in his third or fourth marriage.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Sagittarius

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius, Virgo rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the third and eighth house. In general, it is malefic here, in many 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Sagittarius is malefic in many cases, though it may turn benefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius can bless the native with good results related to siblings, colleagues, 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or siblings. 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. 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. A sibling of the native may donate an organ to the native, in order to save his life.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, artist, architect, designer, developer, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius. Benefic Mercury forms Bhadra Yoga in the tenth house in Gemini, benefic debilitated Moon is placed in the third house in Scorpio, Sun is placed in the ninth house in Taurus, benefic retrograde Jupiter is placed in the first house in Virgo with retrograde Saturn and benefic exalted Rahu; and exalted Ketu is placed in the seventh house in Pisces. In this case, the native may engage in media industry. He may start a newspaper, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Venus is placed in the tenth house in Gemini with Mercury; the equation may become better. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, money and recognition through media industry. His business may expand after his age of 35/40, and it may keep growing. He may also start a couple of magazines. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may own a big network of newspapers and magazines worth in billions, by his age of 55/60.

Such retrograde Mars 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 for a female native, ,

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

Mars rules the third and eighth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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, siblings 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 siblings, the native may have bad relationships with his siblings, and/or he may witness various types of problems through them or due to them. The native 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. 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 malefic retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Sagittarius with malefic Sun. Malefic debilitated Rahu is placed in the third house in Scorpio with Mercury; malefic debilitated Ketu is placed in the ninth house in Taurus with Jupiter; benefic Venus is placed in the fifth house in Capricorn, Saturn is placed in the twelfth house in Leo, and Moon is placed in the eighth house in Aries. Guru Chandal Yoga is formed in the ninth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 15 or 10. He may witness a troublesome childhood. He 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 remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may die before his age of 60 or 55, due to some type of cancer like lung cancer, or because of a fatal viral infection like COVID.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Scorpio

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio, Leo rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the fourth and ninth 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 Mars 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 Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio 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 Mars 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 Mars can also render creativity to the native.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, actor, singer, musician, writer, dancer, artist, architect, designer, developer, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Taking an example, suppose benefic retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio with benefic Venus. Benefic Mercury is placed in the third house in Libra with benefic Rahu; Ketu is placed in the ninth house in Aries, retrograde Jupiter is placed in the eleventh house in Gemini, Moon is placed in the eighth house in Pisces, and Saturn is placed in the sixth house in Capricorn. Mars forms Ruchaka Yoga in the fourth house. In this case, the native may start a hotel, and he may witness good results.

If benefic Sun is placed in the second house in Virgo, the equation may become better. 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 several hotels worth in billions, by his age of 55/60.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

Taking another example, ,

On the other hand, malefic retrograde Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio 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.

Mars rules the fourth and ninth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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. 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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Scorpio with Jupiter and malefic debilitated Rahu. Malefic debilitated Ketu is placed in the tenth house in Taurus with Venus; Sun is placed in the twelfth house in Cancer, malefic Moon is placed in the first house in Leo with Mercury; and malefic Saturn is placed in the second house in Virgo. Guru Chandal Yoga as well as Angarak Yoga is formed in the fourth house.

In this case, native’s father may die before his age of 15 or 10. His mother may get married again, but the native may not have a good equation with his stepfather. The native 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 settle in his second marriage.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Libra

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Libra, Cancer rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the fifth 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Libra is benefic in most cases, though it may turn malefic in some cases. It may happen when such Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Libra can bless the native with good results related to love life, children, 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 Mars can render various types of benefits to the native, related to or through his mother and/or children. 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, vehicles, residential house/houses and/or several other good results. Considering children, the native may not witness any complications during the birth processes of his children. He may have children who may be physically, intellectually, emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually 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 Mars can also render creativity to the native.

Looking at profession, such retrograde Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mars 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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Libra with Ketu. Benefic Rahu is placed in the tenth house in Aries, retrograde Jupiter is placed in the first house in Cancer, retrograde Saturn is placed in the second house in Leo, retrograde Mercury is placed in the ninth house in Pisces, and benefic Moon is placed in the seventh house in Capricorn with benefic Venus. In this case, the native may become a lawyer. After his age of 40/45, he may get elevated as a judge in a higher court of law, and he may enjoy a good career.

If benefic Sun is placed in the ninth house in Pisces with Mercury, the equation may become better. In this case, the native may come across very good amount of success, recognition and authority as a judge. After his age of 45/50, he may become chief justice of a higher court, and after 50/55, he may become a judge in the supreme court. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may serve as the chief justice of the supreme court of his country, before retirement.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

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

Mars rules the fifth and tenth house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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 children. 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 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.

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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Libra with malefic retrograde Saturn. Malefic Mercury is placed in the fifth house in Scorpio, malefic Rahu is placed in the sixth house in Sagittarius with Sun and Venus; malefic Ketu is placed in the twelfth house in Gemini, retrograde Jupiter is placed in the seventh house in Capricorn, and Moon is placed in the eighth house in Aquarius. Grahan Yoga is formed in the sixth house.

In this case, native’s parents may have a disturbed marriage, and the native may witness a troublesome childhood. His 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 remain jobless for periods of more than 3 months, many times in his life. He may witness 2 or 3 failed marriages, and he may settle in his third or fourth marriage. He may lose more than one child to death, through miscarriages that his wife/wives may witness. He may lose custody of his children from first marriage to his wife, through divorce.

Himanshu Shangari

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Retrograde Mars in Fourth House in Virgo

When retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Virgo, Gemini rises in the ascendant. Mars rules the sixth and eleventh house. In general, it is malefic here, in many 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 Mars in the fourth house of horoscope in Virgo is malefic in many cases, though it may turn benefic in some cases. It may happen when such retrograde Mars 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 Mars in the fourth house of a horoscope in Virgo 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 Mars 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 Mars can bless the native with good education, 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 Mars can help the native achieve success as a fire fighter, fitness trainer, body builder, sportsman, athlete, physician, dietician, researcher, analyst, discoverer, explorer, lawyer, astrologer, tantric, psychic, spiritual guru, healer, religious guru, professional dealing in sports industry, fitness, arms, metal, energy, automobile, health, pharma, medical, transport, travel, hotel, airline, television, music, media, computer, software, IT, telecom, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.

Such retrograde Mars 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 retrograde Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Virgo with retrograde Saturn. Benefic Sun is placed in the seventh house in Sagittarius with benefic Mercury; Venus is placed in the eighth house in Capricorn, benefic debilitated Moon is placed in the sixth house in Scorpio, benefic Rahu is placed in the fifth house in Libra, and Ketu is placed in the eleventh house in Aries. Sun and Mercury form Budhaditya Yoga in the seventh house. In this case, the native may become a police officer, and he may enjoy a good career.

If benefic Jupiter is placed in the seventh house in Sagittarius with Sun and Mercury; the equation may become better. Jupiter forms Hamsa Yoga in the seventh house. In this case, the native may achieve success in civil exams, and he may get selected for the highest possible direct rank in police force. 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 chief of police of a state, before retirement.

Such retrograde Mars 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, ,

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

Mars rules the sixth and eleventh house, and it is placed in the fourth house. If such retrograde Mars 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 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. He may also witness various types of problems related to properties, vehicles and/or mental health. 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. In an extreme case, one or more of his good friends may die before native’s age of 40 or 35.

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 Mars is placed in the fourth house of a horoscope in Virgo with malefic exalted Rahu. Malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the tenth house in Pisces with retrograde Saturn; Sun is placed in the sixth house in Scorpio with Mercury and Venus; Jupiter is placed in the twelfth house in Taurus, and Moon is placed in the eighth house in Capricorn. Angarak Yoga is formed in the fourth house.

In this case, native’s mother may die before his age of 20 or 15. He may become leader of a criminal group which may engage in financial and violent crimes. One or more friends may also work with him. He may kidnap several people, and he may execute many robberies. He may injure several people, and he may kill many people. He may get killed between his age of 40 and 50, in an encounter with police, or by another criminal.

Himanshu Shangari