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Exalted Ketu in Sixth House
Ketu is exalted in Scorpio as well as in Pisces. For the sake of this discussion, we’ll consider both these placements of Ketu. Exalted Ketu in the sixth house of a horoscope is benefic in some cases whereas it is malefic in some cases. The influences of other benefic and/or malefic planets on Ketu, and the overall theme of horoscope are important criteria when it comes to decide the functional nature of Ketu in a horoscope.
As the number and strengths of benefic and/or malefic planets influencing Ketu in a horoscope increase, Ketu may become more benefic or malefic. The concept of benefic planets turning malefic due to influences of malefic planets, and the concept of malefic planets turning benefic due to influences of benefic planets have been explained in the book ‘Match Making and Manglik Dosh’.
When benefic in nature, exalted Ketu in the sixth house of a horoscope can bless the native with good results related to health, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition, fame and several other good results, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.
Looking at profession, such exalted Ketu can help the native achieve success as an astrologer, tantric, hypnotist, magician, psychic, healer, spiritual guru, religious guru, preacher, philosopher, researcher, analyst, discoverer, mathematician, astronaut, astronomer, physician, dietician, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, journalist, blogger, anchor, fire fighter, professional dealing in computer industry, software, IT, education, coaching, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, travel, hotel, airline, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.
Taking an example, suppose benefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house of a horoscope in Scorpio with retrograde Saturn. Benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Taurus with Venus and benefic Sun; benefic Mercury forms Bhadra Yoga in the first house in Gemini, benefic Jupiter is placed in the eleventh house in Aries, and benefic Moon is placed in the tenth house in Pisces with Mars.
In this case, the native may become a mathematician, he may possess remarkable knowledge, and he may witness very good amount of success and recognition, along with good amount of money and fame. He may conduct research, and he may come up with several important theories, after his age of 45/50. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most recognized mathematicians of his time, and he may receive a Nobel prize.
Taking another example, suppose benefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house of a horoscope in Pisces with benefic Sun. Benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Virgo with benefic retrograde Mars, benefic Saturn is placed in the fourth house in Capricorn with benefic Moon, Mercury is placed in the fifth house in Aquarius with Jupiter, and Venus is placed in the seventh house in Aries. Saturn forms Shasha Yoga in the fourth house.
In this case, the native may become a scientist, he may specialize in chemistry, and he may witness very good amount of success and recognition, along with good amount of money and fame. He may conduct research, and he may come across discoveries after his age of 30/35. He may receive awards as well as financial rewards. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most recognized scientists of his time, and he may receive a Nobel prize.
Such exalted Ketu 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, kindly read book for detailed example.
Such exalted Ketu 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, kindly read book for detailed example.
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On the other hand, malefic exalted Ketu in the sixth house of a horoscope can trouble the native with problems related to health, profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.
If such exalted Ketu is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, the native may witness various types of health problems which may trouble him, and they may reduce his lifespan. He 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.
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Taking another example, suppose malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house of a horoscope in Pisces with malefic retrograde Jupiter. Guru Chandal Yoga is formed in the sixth house. Malefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house in Virgo with Saturn, retrograde Mars is placed in the eighth house in Taurus with Mercury, Venus is placed in the seventh house in Aries, benefic Sun is placed in the ninth house in Gemini, and benefic Moon is placed in the fourth house in Capricorn.
In this case, the native may not find a permanent profession throughout his life, though he may earn well at times. He may only find temporary jobs, and 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. He may suffer from a fatal disease like some type of cancer, after his age of 35/40. It may trouble him a lot, and it may reduce his lifespan. He may die between his age of 50 and 60.
Himanshu Shangari