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Exalted Rahu in Twelfth House
Rahu is exalted in Taurus as well as in Virgo. For the sake of this discussion, we’ll consider both these placements of Rahu. Exalted Rahu in the twelfth 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 Rahu, and the overall theme of horoscope are important criteria when it comes to decide the functional nature of Rahu in a horoscope.
As the number and strengths of benefic and/or malefic planets influencing Rahu in a horoscope increase, Rahu 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 Rahu in the twelfth house of a horoscope can bless the native with good results related to creativity, spiritual growth, 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 Rahu can help the native achieve success as an astrologer, tantric, hypnotist, magician, psychic, healer, preacher, religious guru, philosopher, researcher, analyst, discoverer, mathematician, astronaut, astronomer, consultant, therapist, advisor, lawyer, speaker, orator, journalist, blogger, anchor, professional dealing in marketing industry, advertisement, event management, computer, software, IT, education, coaching, food, health, pharma, fitness, finance, television, music, sports, media, publishing, travel, hotel, airline, oil, telecom, website, internet industry or some other type of professional, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.
Taking an example, suppose benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house of a horoscope in Taurus with benefic exalted Moon. Benefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Scorpio, benefic exalted Mercury is placed in the fourth house in Virgo with benefic Jupiter, benefic Sun is placed in the third house in Leo with Mars, retrograde Saturn is placed in the eleventh house in Aries, and Venus is placed in the second house in Cancer. Mercury forms Bhadra Yoga in the fourth house.
In this case, the native may become a mathematician as well as an economist, and he may witness very good amount of success and recognition, along with good amount of money. He may enjoy a very good career, he may conduct research, and he may come across important theories. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the most recognized mathematicians as well as economists of his time, and he may receive a Nobel prize.
Such exalted Rahu 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 exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house of a horoscope in Taurus. Benefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Scorpio with benefic Mercury. Benefic Jupiter is placed in the fifth house in Libra with Venus and benefic Moon; benefic Sun is placed in the seventh house in Sagittarius with Mars, and retrograde Saturn is placed in the second house in Cancer. Jupiter and Moon form Gaj Kesari Yoga in the fifth house.
In this case, the native may become a movie director. He may possess wonderful talent, and he may come across a lot of success, money, fame and recognition. He may deliver several hit movies, and he may receive a large number of awards, including several Oscars. He may also engage in movie production, after his age of 35/40. If the finer factors and running times are supportive, he may become one of the greatest movie directors of all time, and his net worth may be in billions.
Taking another example, kindly read book for detailed example.
Taking one more example, suppose benefic exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house of a horoscope in Virgo. Exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Pisces, Venus is placed in the second house in Scorpio, benefic Mars is placed in the fifth house in Aquarius with Jupiter, and benefic Sun is placed in the fourth house in Capricorn with retrograde Mercury, benefic Saturn and benefic Moon. Saturn forms Shasha Yoga in the fourth house.
In this case, the native may become an actor. He may be charming as well as stylish, he may possess remarkable acting talent, and he may come across very good amount of success, money, recognition and fame. 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.
Considering another example, kindly read book for detailed example.
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Such exalted Rahu 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 exalted Rahu in the twelfth house of a horoscope can trouble the native with problems related to profession, finances, reputation, authority, recognition and several other problems, depending on his/her overall horoscope and running times.
If such exalted Rahu is influenced by malefic planets, and/or an overall malefic horoscope, 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 exalted Rahu is placed in the twelfth house of a horoscope in Virgo with debilitated Venus. Malefic exalted Ketu is placed in the sixth house in Pisces with Mars and Moon. Malefic Jupiter is placed in the first house in Libra, Mercury is placed in the tenth house in Cancer with Sun, and retrograde Saturn is placed in the eighth house in Taurus. Ketu forms Grahan Yoga in the sixth house, by afflicting Moon.
In this case, the native may become a criminal. He may become leader of a group which may deal in drug trafficking, money laundering and woman trafficking. He may smuggle narcotics worth in billions, to several countries of the world. His group may also capture young women, transport them to faraway places, and sell them for prostitution. He may get caught between his age of 40 and 45, and he may spend more than 20 years in prison. If the finer factors and running times are very bad, he may spend more than 30 years in prison, and he may even die inside a prison.
Such exalted Rahu can also trouble the native through various types of addictions. Taking an example, kindly read book for detailed example.
Himanshu Shangari