Session 17 of 17

Overview

This final session of the BGNR-ENG-09 Beginners Course in Vedic Astrology concluded the 17-part learning journey with advanced, integrative topics. Guruji E. K. Dhilip Kumar focused on connecting theory with real-world interpretation through case studies and classical principles. Key subjects included Marana Karakastana (death-inflicting planetary positions), Karaka Bhava Nashaya, Drekana Divisional Charts, and indicators for foreign travel.Students practiced analytical reasoning by predicting outcomes from planetary placements before verifying with software, strengthening both observation and intuition.

Key Concepts or Theories

• Marana Karakastana: Houses where planets endanger vitality or life.

• Karaka Bhava Nashaya: When a planet occupies the house it signifies, causing imbalance.

• Bhavat Bhavam: Counting equal distances from any house to understand related matters.

• Drekana (D3) Chart: Divisional chart revealing temperament, profession, and causes of suffering.

• Foreign Travel Indicators: Combinations involving the 6th and 12th houses forming the “foreign axis.”

Important Questions Raised

• How can a planet be both benefic and malefic within the same chart?

• Why do some people with “difficult” charts still achieve fame or success?

• When do specific yogas override general rules like Marana Karakastana?

• How do divisional charts confirm or refine the main-chart analysis?

Key Takeaways

• Memorize the classical Marana Karakastana placements:Sun – 12th | Moon – 8th | Mars – 7th | Mercury – 4th or 7th | Jupiter – 3rd | Venus – 6th | Saturn – 1st | Rahu – 9th | Ketu – 4th.

• Always apply specific textual rules before general logic.

• Evaluate functional benefics and malefics by ascendant before interpreting results.

• A Karaka (significator) planet strengthens its related house when well-placed.

• Divisional charts such as D7 (children) and D3 (Drekana) give targeted insights.

• Ashtakavarga complements these analyses by quantifying house strength.

Topic 1 – Marana Karakastana and Planetary Significators

Marana Karakastana denotes planetary placements that threaten vitality. For instance, Jupiter in the 3rd house can indicate uncontrolled growth (cancer tendencies); Moon in the 8th suggests danger through fluids or drowning. Guruji shared a real example of identifying illness solely from Jupiter in 3rd.He also explained Karaka connections—when a significator planet aligns with its corresponding house, it amplifies that life theme; benefic alignments bring success, while malefic ones cause distress.

Relevant Q & A

• Q: Does Marana Karakastana override yogas like Saturn in Kendra?A: No. Specific rules take priority. If Saturn in Lagna is strong, unafflicted, or exalted, the danger reduces.

Topic 2 – Chart Analysis and Practical Application

Guruji demonstrated real-world application through John F. Kennedy’s chart, illustrating how Mars (violence) in the 8th house with Mercury (Ascendant lord) pointed to sudden, violent death despite multiple Raja Yogas.Another case involved a wheelchair-bound individual, showing Saturn–Mars conjunction in 5th (past-life injury), Rahu–Ketu on 6/12 axis (mobility issues), and low Ashtakavarga points in 4th (comfort). A high score in the 1st house, however, reflected resilience.Guruji emphasized integrating multiple indicators—planetary dignity, lordship, aspects, sign rulers, and classical yogas—to produce accurate, compassionate readings.

Relevant Q & A

• Q: If Lagna lord is in 8th, does it relate to others’ lives?A: Yes, BPHS notes such natives engage deeply with others’ affairs, sometimes at personal cost.

• Q: Is Lagna lord in 5th linked with child issues?A: Correct. Affliction by Saturn or Rahu adds emotional distance or separation from children.

Topic 3 – Foreign Travel and Divisional Charts

Foreign travel and residence are indicated when the 6th and 12th houses interact:

• 6th lord in 2nd or 10th

• 11th lord in 6th or 12thThese create the “foreign axis.” When the 12th lord combines with malefics, the person may experience displacement or frequent relocations (Exile Dosha).

Guruji also introduced Drekana (D3) and Saptamsha (D7) for refined analysis:

• D3 (Drekana): Reveals temperament and cause of suffering. Classified as Chatushpada (four-legged – vehicles), Sarpa (serpent – poison/infection), Pakshi (bird – airborne issues), Ayudha (weapon – accidents/violence).

• D7 (Saptamsha): Assesses children; observe 5th lord and Jupiter.Matching patterns between D1 and divisional charts confirms predictions.

Relevant Q & A

• Q: If 6th lord in 2nd doesn’t produce foreign travel, why?A: Another factor likely obstructs it; such natives still benefit from foreign connections or jobs.

• Q: Are these seen only from D1?A: Yes, primarily. Divisional charts refine, not replace, the main chart. Consistent indications across both confirm certainty.

Actionable Next Steps / Assignments

• Complete the final course quiz to review all 17 sessions.

• Revisit BPHS Vol. 2 for classical remedies.

• Practice chart analysis by predicting before verifying with software.

• Join the Intermediate Course for advanced modules.

• Participate in Sunday Patron sessions for Q&A and applied learning.

• Provide course feedback via Google review to help future students.

Supplemental Resources and Readings

• Jagannath Hora software – for Bhava and divisional chart setup.

• YouTube tutorials – on configuring Bhava charts.

• Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (Vol. 2) – for remedies and yogas.

• Brigu Sutram – for planetary placements by house.

• Patreon sessions by Guruji E.K. Dhilip Kumar, Gautham, and Kishore – for continued mentoring.

• Astrology Diary 2026 – edited by Gautham, featuring functional benefics and malefics by ascendant.