100 Accurate Astrology Predictions Rules for Astrologers
Here are 100 essential rules or principles used in astrology predictions, particularly in Vedic astrology, though many also apply to Western astrology. These rules help astrologers interpret birth charts (natal charts), transits, and planetary combinations to make predictions.
Planetary Strength and Behavior (1–20)
A planet in its own sign is strong.
A planet in exaltation is very powerful.
A planet in debilitation is weak.
A planet retrograde can give unexpected or intensified results.
Combust planets (close to the Sun) are weakened.
Benefics (Jupiter, Venus, Mercury, Moon) give good results in houses 1, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11.
Malefics (Mars, Saturn, Sun, Rahu, Ketu) give better results in 3, 6, and 11 houses.
Planets give results of the house they own and where they sit.
Planets aspect the 7th house from their position (Mars aspects 4th, 7th, 8th; Jupiter 5th, 7th, 9th; Saturn 3rd, 7th, 10th).
A planet in a friendly sign gives stable results.
A planet in an enemy sign may create challenges.
Planets in conjunction influence each other based on strength.
A planet gives results mostly of the house it sits in and owns.
The Moon rules the mind—its dignity affects emotional stability.
The Sun rules soul and ego—its strength indicates confidence.
Saturn delays but doesn’t deny.
Jupiter expands what it touches.
Rahu amplifies obsession, Ketu causes detachment.
Mercury is neutral—it acts as a benefic or malefic depending on company.
Venus governs love, luxury, and creative expression.
House-Based Rules (21–40)
1st house (Lagna): Body, personality, health.
2nd house: Wealth, speech, family.
3rd house: Siblings, courage, communication.
4th house: Home, mother, real estate.
5th house: Intelligence, children, love affairs.
6th house: Enemies, debts, diseases.
7th house: Marriage, partnerships.
8th house: Death, transformation, secrets.
9th house: Fortune, father, long journeys.
10th house: Career, reputation.
11th house: Gains, friends, aspirations.
12th house: Losses, foreign travel, spirituality.
Angular houses (1, 4, 7, 10) are strong.
Trinal houses (1, 5, 9) are auspicious.
Dusthana houses (6, 8, 12) bring challenges.
Upachaya houses (3, 6, 10, 11) improve with time.
Malefics in 6, 11 can be beneficial.
Benefics in 6, 8, 12 are generally weakened.
Empty houses take the influence of their lords.
Conjunctions in houses change their significations.
Yogas and Doshas (41–60)
Gaja-Kesari Yoga (Moon + Jupiter in angle) gives wisdom.
Budh-Aditya Yoga (Sun + Mercury) gives intelligence.
Raja Yoga occurs when lords of kendras and trikonas combine.
Dhana Yoga involves combinations of 2nd, 11th, or 5th lords.
Vipreet Raj Yoga (lords of 6, 8, 12 in those houses) can bring success through hardship.
Neecha Bhanga Yoga cancels debilitation.
Chandra-Mangal Yoga (Moon + Mars) indicates wealth.
Daridra Yoga brings financial troubles.
Kaal Sarp Dosha (all planets between Rahu & Ketu) creates obstacles.
Kemadruma Yoga (lone Moon) causes mental instability.
Sasa Yoga (Saturn in own sign in Kendra) gives power.
Ruchaka Yoga (Mars exalted/own in Kendra) gives leadership.
Bhadra Yoga (Mercury in own/exalted in Kendra) gives intellect.
Malavya Yoga (Venus exalted/own in Kendra) gives charm, wealth.
Hamsa Yoga (Jupiter exalted/own in Kendra) gives wisdom.
Panch Mahapurusha Yogas give immense strength.
Sunapha Yoga (planet in 2nd from Moon) gives self-reliance.
Anapha Yoga (planet in 12th from Moon) gives intelligence.
Durdhura Yoga (planets both sides of Moon) gives wealth.
Adhi Yoga (benefics in 6, 7, 8 from Moon) gives status.
Dasha and Transit Rules (61–80)
Vimshottari Dasha is the most widely used timing system.
The Mahadasha lord influences life direction.
The Antardasha lord brings short-term events.
The house placement of Dasha lord is crucial.
Transits give results only if supported by Dasha.
Saturn transits test patience (especially Sade Sati).
Jupiter transits bring opportunities.
Rahu/Ketu transits cause karmic shifts.
Saturn takes ~2.5 years per sign.
Jupiter takes ~1 year per sign.
Retrograde transits intensify inner lessons.
Combust planets during transit may fail to deliver.
Moon transit is fast, giving daily emotional tones.
Sun transits set yearly themes.
Transit over natal Moon (Gochar) is significant.
Transit aspects trigger life events.
When transit planet activates natal yoga, events occur.
Transit through Upachaya houses brings progress.
Eclipses near natal planets trigger change.
Transit Saturn over natal Moon (Sade Sati) tests maturity.
Chart Analysis and Prediction Tips (81–100)
Always begin chart reading from Ascendant (Lagna).
Then analyze from Moon chart for mind/emotions.
Then analyze from Sun chart for soul/dharma.
The Lagna Lord shows life direction.
Check dignity of house lords.
Strength of 10th lord indicates career success.
7th house + Venus shows relationship quality.
Moon + 5th house shows creativity/intelligence.
2nd + 11th houses determine financial gain.
Rahu/Ketu axis shows karmic lessons.
Always assess Navamsa (D-9) for marriage/spirituality.
Check D-10 for career insights.
Use Ashtakavarga for transit strength.
Lagna lord in 6, 8, 12 indicates struggles.
Yoga alone is not enough—needs strength to give results.
Debilitated but well-placed planet can still give results.
A single strong benefic can uplift the chart.
Malefics with strength can bring leadership.
No chart is perfect—look for balance.
Sincere remedies and self-effort can override difficulties.
Core Principles for Astrological Predictions
1. Birth Chart Analysis
- Examine the Ascendant (Lagna): The ascendant sets the foundation of the chart, determining house placements and the native’s personality and life path.
- Assess the Ascendant Lord: The strength, placement, and aspects of the ascendant lord indicate overall life vitality and direction.
- Analyze House Lords: Each house’s lord, its placement, and condition (exalted, debilitated, combust) reveal the strength of that life area (e.g., 2nd lord for wealth, 7th for marriage).
- Check House Occupants: Planets in a house influence its themes (e.g., Jupiter in the 5th enhances intellect and children).
- Evaluate House Aspects: Note which planets aspect each house, as aspects modify house outcomes (e.g., Saturn’s aspect may delay results).
- Consider House Karakas: Each house has a significator (karaka) planet (e.g., Sun for 1st, Venus for 7th). Their condition impacts predictions.
- Assess Planetary Strength: Use dignity (exaltation, own sign, debilitation), shadbala (sixfold strength), and aspects to gauge a planet’s power.
- Note Planetary Conjunctions: Conjunctions (planets in the same sign/house) blend energies, amplifying or challenging outcomes.
- Check Yogas: Identify planetary combinations (yogas) like Gajakesari (Jupiter-Moon) or Raja Yoga for specific life outcomes.
- Verify Birth Time Accuracy: Predictions rely on precise birth time, as even a few minutes can shift houses or cusps.
2. Divisional Charts (Vargas)
- Analyze D-9 (Navamsa): The Navamsa chart refines predictions, especially for marriage, partnerships, and spiritual growth.
- Use D-10 (Dasamsa) for Career: Assess the 10th house and its lord in D-10 for professional predictions.
- Check Relevant Vargas: Use divisional charts (e.g., D-3 for siblings, D-7 for children) for specific life areas.
- Correlate with Rasi Chart: Ensure divisional chart insights align with the main birth chart (Rasi) for consistency.
- Note Divisional Lords: The strength of divisional chart lords refines predictions for specific domains.
3. Timing Events
- Use Dasha Systems: Vimshottari Dasha is key in Vedic astrology for timing events based on planetary periods.
- Assess Mahadasha: The major planetary period (mahadasha) sets the overarching theme for a time frame.
- Analyze Antardasha: Sub-periods (antardasha) refine the mahadasha’s effects, pinpointing specific events.
- Check Pratyantardasha: Tertiary periods offer precise timing for smaller events within antardasha.
- Incorporate Transits (Gochara): Planetary transits over natal planets or houses trigger events, especially Jupiter and Saturn.
- Use Ashtakavarga: This system quantifies planetary strength in transits to predict favorable or challenging times.
- Consider Sade Sati: Saturn’s transit over the Moon sign (7.5 years) impacts life significantly, often bringing challenges.
- Note Jupiter’s Transit: Jupiter’s movement through houses brings growth and opportunities.
4. Predictive Techniques
- Focus on Functional Benefics/Malefics: Planets’ roles depend on house rulership (e.g., Saturn is malefic for Libra ascendant as 4th/5th lord).
- Use KP Astrology for Precision: Krishnamurti Paddhati (KP) uses sub-lords and cuspal analysis for accurate event timing.
- Check Nakshatras: The Moon’s nakshatra and its lord influence personality and event timing.
- Apply Parasara Rules: Follow Parasara’s aspect rules (e.g., Mars aspects 4th, 7th, 8th houses) for predictions.
- Consider Upagrahas: Shadowy points like Kala or Gulika in Vedic astrology influence karmic energies.
- Avoid Overconfidence: No prediction is 100% accurate due to free will and birth time errors.
- Integrate Intuition: Combine technical analysis with intuition, as astrology is both science and art.
