Mercury is in Pisces from 22 March, 2009 to 06 April, 2009

Lord Mercury entering Pisces is one of those run-for-the-hills combinations. In Pisces, Lord Mercury is both in its detriment and in its fall, so it is doubly debilitated. Lord Mercury is very strong in the opposite sign of Virgo, where it is both exalted and in its own sign. Therefore, it will be very weak in Pisces. Pisces is an amorphous, fertile sign, which is antithetical to Lord Mercury’s logical nature.

Also, Lord Jupiter is such an expansive sign, that Lord Mercury is quite lost in the signs ruled by Lord Jupiter (Lord Mercury is also in its detriment in Lord Jupiter’s other sign, Sagittarius). Lord Mercury in Pisces is something like electing an accountant to be priest. It just wouldn’t work. It is true that Lord Mercury is a son of great Lord Jupiter, but Lord Jupiter never agree with that truth and abandoned his son. On other side Lord Mercury never forget to give high respect to his father Lord Jupiter. Now this tragedy is Good or Bad for the person who has Lord Mercury in Pisces in Kundlee. Good, if the person concentrate on Art and Music with full dedication and obey full advice and instruction of his/her Guru or Master, he/she can become a genius in their field. Bad, if the person follow opposite, get the opposite result. Now again this is basic outcome, to predict perfectly, astrologer needs to consider the other things as well, like other planets, the Ascendant, etc.

If Lord Mercury is in Pisces in your Kundlee, you’re about to have a Lord Mercury return. Let me know if this coincides with anything interesting happening for you. I have not yet observed Lord Mercury returns to be powerful in my own chart, or those of my clients, but I am always open to new information. Lord Mercury is not well placed in Pisces house, but it does not necessarily doom you to a life of inarticulate expression, despite what a few ancient astrologers say. Hopefully, Lord Mercury is aspected by a strong planet or conjunct a strong fixed star, to help pull it out of the soup.

If Lord Mercury rules an important house in your Kundlee, Lord Mercury’s passage to Pisces would be a good time not do anything related to that house. E.g. If Lord Mercury rules your second house of money, this is probably not the time to invest, but you may be stuck with doing your taxes since it is that time of the year. If that is the case, have somebody else do your taxes. Somebody whose second house is not ruled by Lord Mercury, preferably. All you will have to do is sign on the dotted line, and even with Lord Mercury misbehaving, that should not be too problematic.

Lord Mecury is in Aquarius from 05 Mar 09 to 22 Mar 09

Lord Mercury is entering into Aquarius sign from 03:41 of 05 Mar 09 and will stay upto 21:37 of 22 Mar 09.

The planet of thought and communication is now in the sign of universal understanding and breakthroughs. You’ll likely begin having new insights as to how you are communicating your wants and needs to others, and will be able to express yourself with newfound clarity and originality. Your bright new ideas may get you the results and attention you want.

Mercury, the planet of the intellect, is very smart in inventive Aquarius. Fresh perspectives emerge from an awareness of synthesis—how the pieces fit together. Conceptual structures grow like crystals as the mind reaches out in new directions.

Aquarius, deceptively named the “Water Bearer,” is actually an air sign. Air signs, the others are Gemini and Libra, have the gift of detachment and the grace of objectivity.

As a fixed sign, Aquarius is interested in values—in this case mental ones. The mind is strong and able to mix and match increasingly different ideas into a cohesive whole. The challenge, however, is that such complex notions are not necessarily easy to communicate. Mercury, the communications planet, generally prefers simplicity, which may be harder to come by for now.

In principle, Aquarius is open-minded. However, fixed signs are strong-willed by nature. This can lead to some conversational difficulties during this period. Tolerance for opposing points of view is vital if real dialogue is to take place. A bright person will appreciate that there is always more than one way to view a situation.

Yet, the intellectual nature of Mercury in Aquarius can overpower emotions and rationalize them away. Aquarian detachment brings objectivity, which helps us see, but often makes it more difficult to feel.

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Mercury retrograde from 26 May to 19 Jun 2008

Here we go again… Mercury goes retrograde once again. It happens 3 times a year and it lasts for about 3 weeks. This time is from May 27 to June 19, 2008. Then from September 24 to October 15, 2008 and then from January 11, 2009 to February 1, 2009.

This is an important period, and we should be aware of the effects associated with this astrological influence. Since it is so often, we must learn what it means and how to take advantage of it.

Astronomical background

There is no real backwards movement of Mercury; it’s just that we see it this way from Earth, because of the combined movement of the Earth and Mercury around the Sun. However, astrologically this is very relevant.

General influence of Mercury retrograde

Mercury rules over the mind’s processes, studying, communication, businesses, travels and the like. When Mercury reverses its direction, all these areas are affected as well.

The mind turns naturally inwards and people tend to analyze more the own thoughts and follow the common thinking patterns, rather then be curious and eager of new intellectual experiences or challenges. This helps the meditation or the thorough lonely long-term study of a specific matter, but it affects the study of new subjects, the communication with the others, the attention oriented outwards.

Businesses, travels and communications tend to experience delays and different problems. Computers and other processes that work with information may experience crashes, unexpected failures.

Don’t enroll to courses, don’t buy expensive Mercurian items (books, cars, mobile phones etc.), don’t sign important contracts and do not marry.

What is this Mercury retrograde period good for?

It is definitely a very good period for some actions. No time is completely bad for anything, there is a reason in everything happens.

The key is the reversed direction of movement: take any known Mercurian action, reverse its flow, consider the keywords “re-doing something”, “double-checking”, “finish the old projects” and there you are, you’ve found the good side of Mercury retrograde.

For instance, you may want to read again a book you particularly liked, a subject you studied before, meet and discuss with old friends you haven’t met for a long time, travel to places you’ve already been to before.

This is an excellent time to work on old projects that never got to be finished. So, think about the things you started and never finalized.

Next, you might wish to prevent any bad things to happen to you: so double-check your agenda, call your business partners to confirm that everything goes as planned, have everything ready before the deadline and leave some extra time for unexpected events. Make copies of your important files and documents, save your work more often.
The other solution is to go on vacation or at least slow down the pace of your projects. You will find that going slowly during the Mercury retrograde period will spare you many efforts of redoing the same action that wasn’t performed right the first time.

Above all, be generous and compassionate: you are already aware about the influence of this period, but the others aren’t aware of it or there may be uncontrollable events. That’s why you should have more diligence with the others and give them some more time. It’ll be your mental health that you’ll be sparing actually.

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Rahu-Ketu Transit (Move) Effect & Solution

Mesh Rasi (Aries):
Ashwini 1,2,3,4 pad, Bharani 1,2,3,4 pad and Kritika 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 10th house while Ketu transit to your 4th house. You should spend time to update yourself to see success. Though you might see improvement in your undertaking, you should work hard to stabilise your position. You should not get involved in any unwanted arguments. Change of job or place will be seen. You will also travel a lot during the period which might give you fruitful results. You should find ways to improve your monetary condition. You will spend more time towards arts & entertainment.

Solution- Worship Lord Balaji on Saturday & Lord Dakshina Murthy on Thursday.

Vrishabha Rasi (Taurus):
Kritika 2,3,4 pad, Rohini 1,2,3,4 pad and Margashirsha 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit your 9th house while Ketu transit to your 3rd house. Planning and executing are the key things to get success during the period. You will get right kind of support from your blood relations. You will spend more time towards social activities. You will see progress in your business and will also try to expand your business. You should take care of your health. Misunderstanding among couples are seen. Problems between father and son may also arise.

Solution- Worship Lord Hanuman & Lord Shiva on Saturday.

Mithun Rasi (Gemini):
Margashirsha 3,4 pad, Ardhra 1,2,3,4 pad and Punarvasu 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 8th house and Ketu to your 2nd house. You might see fluctuations in your monetary conditions. Change of place or job is seen during the period. You should concentrate on your work to see progress. You will gain from friends. Those who are in partnership business should take utmost care. You should analyse the situation and then take decisions. You should control your expenses and make way for savings.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga and chant Gayatri mantra.

Karka Rasi (Cancer):
Punarvasu 4 pad, Pushya 1,2,3,4 pad, Ashlesha 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 7th house while Ketu to your janma Rasi. Your success depends upon how well you speak and prove your talent. Analysing the situation, taking suggestion from your well wishers will make you more success. Monetary dealings with friends and family will land up in trouble. You should follow strict diet to keep you healthy. Delay in marriage will be seen during the period. Less profit or loss in business is seen. Parents should concentrate on their child’s future. Unhappiness in family and misunderstanding among couples are also seen.

Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy & Lord Sani.

Simha Rasi (Leo):
Magha 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvaphalguni 1,2,3,4 pad; Uttaraphalguni 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 6th house and Ketu to your 12th house. You will prove your talent and will see improvements in your job. You will come out of your problems and overcome all obstacles. Happiness among couples will be seen. You will understand each other will work for the upliftment of the family. You will make ways for your future investments.
Solution- Worship Lord Balaji & Goddess Durga during Rahu kalam and chant Gayatri mantra.

Kanya Rasi (Virgo):
Uttaraphalguni 2,3,4 pad; Hasta 1,2,3,4 pad; Chitra 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 5th house and Ketu to your 11th house. Avoid unwanted arguments. Legal decisions may not be in your favour. Though you take some bold decisions, you will be always under scrutiny. Misunderstandings among family members especially among brother are seen. You should take care in adding new friends. Delay in financial loans will be seen and it will be difficult to expand your business. You will enjoy limited comforts and see substantial profits in business.
Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy & Lord Dhanvantari.

Tula Rasi (Libra):
Chitra 3,4 pad; Swati 1,2,3,4 pad and Vishakha 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 4th house and Ketu transit to your 10th house. You should be more dedicated in your work to see progress in your career. Sometimes you may not get the real credit for your work and may feel the pressure in your workplace. Financial loans may delay and you might see fluctuations in monetary conditions. Avoid unwanted arguments and you should seek suggestions from your well wishers, guide to have a good future.

Solution- Worship Lord Goddess Durga and Lord Hanuman.

Vrushchik Rasi (Scorpio):
Vishakha 4 pad; Anuradha 1,2,3,4 pad; Jyeshtha 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 3rd house while Ketu to your 9th house. This transit brings you happiness in many ways. You will get a platform to prove your talent and will achieve great success. Improvements in your undertakings are seen. Financial gains are seen. Business people will expand their business. Happiness in the family is seen. Investing in real estate, shares will give you good returns.

Solution- Worship Lord Dakshina Murthy on Thursday, Goddess Durga on Tuesday and Lord Sani on Saturday.

Dhanu Rasi (Sagittarius):
Moola 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvashadha 1,2,3,4 pad; Uttarashadha 1 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 2nd house while Ketu transit to your 8th house. You should take care in your business and profession. Analyse a situation and then should take appropriate decisions. You should take care while travelling and should be careful with your pet animals. Misunderstanding among family members are seen. If possible avoid travelling long distance.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga on Tuesday and Lord Ganesha.

Makara Rasi (Capricorn):
Uttarashadha 2,3,4 pad; Shravana 1,2,3,4 pad; Dhanishtha 1,2 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your janma Rasi and Ketu to your 7th house. This transit is not so good and will bring more confusions and problems during the period. You should work very hard to see improvements in your work place. Many people will try to pull you down and will work against you. Misunderstanding among family members are seen. You should postpone investing in real estate and shares.

Solution- Worship Lord Shiva & Goddess Durga.

Kumbha Rasi (Aquarius):
Dhanishtha 3,4 pad; Shatabhisha 1,2,3,4 pad; Poorvabhadrapada 1,2,3 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 12th house while Ketu to your 6th house. You will see improvements in your undertakings. Abroad travel regarding work related assignments are seen. You should take care while travelling abroad otherwise loss of baggage or things will take place. Happiness among couples and family are seen. You will add new friends and relationships. Financial improvements will be seen during the period. You will complete your financial loans and can invest in new mediums.

Solution- Worship Goddess Durga and Lord Sani.

Meena Rasi (Pisces):
Poorvabhadrapada 4 pad; Uttarabhadrapada 1,2,3,4 pad; Revati 1,2,3,4 pad
Transit Prediction:- Rahu transit to your 11th house and Ketu to your 5th house. This transit brings you lot of good news and improvements in your life. You will see success in your undertakings. Financial gains through investments, business are also seen. You will plan a trip with your family. Gains from family members especially brothers are seen. Happiness among couples are also seen.

Solution- Worship Swami Ayyappa.

Ideology of Numerology

Numerology is a science of exploring hidden powers of numbers and their influence on human beings.

Indians see numbers as symbols of certain types of cosmic powers. And they link them with spirituality. For example 0 is a number that encircles some part of the infinite universe. The inner part of it is separated from the vast outer space. This is similar to human body where the soul (Jeevatma) resides. A human being always feels that he is separate and the outer universe is different from him. He confines his soul with his present body and thinks that he and the body is one and the same. Thus he has forgotten the truth that he is the all-pervading God. This is called cosmic delusion (Maaya). So 0 represents the cosmic delusion. This means 0 gives false impression that whatever is not there, is there. Let us add 0 after 1, then that 1 appears as 10. This means 1 is assuming a different form, because of 0. This is same as the super-soul appearing in different forms because of Maaya.

Every number will have mental and spiritual plane represented by its top half part and the material worldly affairs are represented by its remaining bottom part.

When we connect a series of points in a single direction, then it becomes 1. Thus 1 represents single-mindedness in achieving the objectives, creativity, and starting new ventures. Its pillored appearance represents independence and leadership qualities.

2 is round shaped at top. It is a open 0. That means there is no complete Maaya at mental level. There is a scope to receive and release new ideas and concepts. So 2 represent flexibility and diplomacy. The bottom of 2 shows a horizontal line that is attached firmly to ground. This means if these inventive ideas are properly used, the person can achieve highest success in material world.

Take 3, it is having open rounded ends at its top as well as at bottom. This shows continuous receiving and releasing of new ideas and involving into new developments. It represents ambition, self-expression and idealism. This number makes a person to reap material benefits from his intelligence and spiritualism.

Just close the rounded ends of 3, you will get 8. It represents Maaya at both the levels. The person is wrapped by complete ignorance of what is happening outside his perception. He cannot come out of the clutches of karmic forces. The balanced loops of 8 represent balanced nature, patience and discipline.

Contemplate on 4, it is looking like a person sitting stable, attached to ground. The triangle above represents fire that promotes a strong desire for material benefits. The person will become materialistic. 4 may also represent unconventional behaviour.

5 is a quiet different number, with flat head and open rounded bottom. Flatness represents stability. The person would reach a clear and stable mental state which he uses in receiving and processing the material in worldly projects. 5 is a sign of dynamism and communication. This number makes one a successful business man.

7 is having similarity with 5, in such a way it is having a flat head and weak base. 7 indicates high level of spiritualism and sensitivity. But the person will not use his mental and spiritual stability to achieve material means.

6 is a number that is fully rounded at the bottom. It looks like a pregnant lady. It symbolises pregnancy, artistic and feminine qualities. The 0 formation at bottom indicates Maaya that pushes the person in love with family- related matters and enjoyment.

9 is a number that is nothing but inverted 6. It represents love to the world. The 0 formation at top, overshadows a person’s intelligence with Maaya. The person cannot think but work. So there is a conflict. He would be quick in actions and courageous.

While the numbers have the above significance, each number has been attached to a particular planet in Astrology, the reason is: certain planet produces the similar vibration of a certain number. Thus 1- Sun, 2- Moon, 3- Jupiter, 4- Uranus or Rahu, 5- Mercury, 6- Venus, 7- Neptune or Kethu, 8- Saturn, and 9- Mars. Number 0 should not be attached to any planet, since it is the root cause of all the numbers. It increases the strength of a number.

The numbers have been attached to Alphabet also.
1- A,I,J,Q,Y.
2- B,K,R.
3- C,G,L,S.
4- D,M,T.
5- E,H,N,X.
6- U,V,W.
7- O,Z.
8- F,P.

Now let us take an illustration. SWAMI VIVEKANANDA, a great saint of India, who shook the world by his philosophical teachings, was born on 12th January 1863.

His birth date number: 12 = 3.
His birth compound number: 12+1+1863 = 22.
His birth single number: 2+2 = 4.
His name single number: SWAMI VIVEKANANDA = 52 = 7.

Vivekananda’s birth date number 3 and name number 7 represent that he is ambitious, versatile and a spiritual guru. His ambitions are more focussed on service to poor and downtrodden as is shown by 4 in his birth single number. He had unconventional and revolutionary ideas in reforming the society. His birth compound number 22 shows that he is highly religious and inclined in purification of mind and soul. Moreover, his birth single number and name numbers 4 and 7 are harmonious, thus making him a renowned person. Let us take only VIVEKANANDA= 37 which clearly shows that he is a spiritual guru. And 3+7 = 1 shows beginning of new ventures which is an indication of his great mission to bring moral and spiritual upliftment. So we can say that Vivekananda’s life would be greatly influenced by numbers 3 and 7 and their harmonics 9 and 2. In his case, 2 represent deep involvement in mental faculties like meditation and mantra japa.

1. He met his guru Sri Rama Krishna in 1881 = 9 (His age: 18 = 9)
2. He started his journey in search of truth in 1890 = 9 (His age: 27 = 9)
3. He reached Kanya Kumari and visualized Divine Mother in 1892 = 2 (His age: 29 = 2)
4. He participated in the Parliament of religions in Chicago in 1893 = 3 (His age: 30 = 3)
5. He came back to India and started Rama Krishan Mission Association in 1897 = 7 (His age:
34 = 7)
6. The saint left his body in 1902 = 3 (His age: 39 = 3).

Article courtesy askastrologer.com

Rashi (Signs) and Ghar (Houses)

Aries. Cardinal Fire. Assertion of the will, development of identity. Honorable, impulsive, courageous, competitive. Needs a mission or battle to fight. Independent, dislikes restraint. Can be egocentric, individualistic, impatient.

1st House: Personality, physical body, vitality. Physical appearance, sense of self. Projection of “persona,” how we are viewed by others. Aries and the first house are ruled by Mars.

Taurus. Fixed earth. Appreciation of the physical, need for stability, security, sensual pleasure, perseverance. Love of fine food, clothing and beautiful surroundings. Earthy and practical. Can be stubborn, possessive and jealous.

2nd House: Identication of self with environment. Possessions, tastes, self-esteem. Process of attachment, personal resources. Taurus and the second house are ruled by Venus and Earth.

Gemini. Mutable air. Transmission of information. Love of language and ideas. Need for variety of experiences, mobility, change. Can be superficial, quixotic and moody, unable to follow through on projects.

3rd House: Interactions with immediate environment. Communication, short journeys, relationships with siblings. Early learning patterns. Gemini and the third house are ruled by Mercury.

Cancer. Cardinal water. Deeply sensitive, strong needs for emotional security and nurturing. Rooted in the past, collector of souvenirs. Sensitive, gentle, moody. Can be hostile if hurt or disappointed, manipulative, oversensitive.

4th House: Psychological roots, home environment. Primary nurturing parent. Early experiences rooted in the unconscious. Inner world and emotional security. Cancer and the fourth house are ruled by the Moon.

Leo. Fixed Fire. Expression of the creative self. Needs to be admired by others, to be playful and creative, to love life. Dramatic, larger than life. Generous of spirit. Can be demanding, insensitive, egotistical.

5th House: Creative endeavors and play, theater & sports, romantic love, courtship, acquaintances. Bearing of children, attitude toward parenting. Leo and the fifth house are ruled by the Sun.

Virgo. Mutable earth. Need to perfect the self. Focused inward to seek purpose of life. Detail-oriented, methodical, perfectionist, discriminating. Need to be of service. Can be negative and stingy with resources with a tendency to nitpick. Concerned with health issues.

6th House: Service to others; activities without self-gratification. Daily rituals and details of life. Work environment, employees, pets. Mind/body connection including health issues. Virgo and the sixth house are ruled by Mercury and by Chiron.

Libra. Cardinal air. Relating to others, achievement of balance and harmony. Love of beauty more aesthetic than sensual. Tactful, charming, idealistic, diplomatic. Can be self-indulgent, indecisive and overconcerned with the opinions of others.

7th House: Partnership, one-to-one relationships such as marriage, business arrangements, enemies. Hidden aspects of self experienced through the partner. Libra and the seventh house are ruled by Venus.

Scorpio. Fixed Water. Probing into emotional depths. Passionate, strong-willed, emotionally courageous, instinctive. Need for deep, bonding relationships, dislikes superficiality. Control issues, can be manipulative and jealous.

8th House: Issues of giving up individual resources to become something greater. Sexuality, physical death, and death of ego, inheritance, jointly held finances, taxes.Scorpio and the eighth house are ruled by Pluto, ancient ruler Mars.

Sagittarius. Mutable fire. Expansion of self, optimism. Adventurous, the explorer, the seeker of Truth. Love of travel, other cultures. Needs freedom from social restraint. Exuberant, friendly, jovial. Can be unreliable, overextended, unable to commit.

9th House: Awareness of ideas of others. Philosophy, religion, law. Travel which expands the mind, higher education. The search for truth, mentors. Sagittarius and the ninth house are ruled by Jupiter.

Capricorn. Cardinal earth. Issues of building one’s environment. Setting goals, the building of something solid and lasting. Practical, rational, focused, self-sufficient. Can be overly serious, cool and distant, resulting in isolation and bitterness.

10th House: The self in the outer world. Social status, career or profession. The apex of self-actualization. The more powerful parent, long-term goals, authority figures. Capricorn and the tenth house are ruled by Saturn.

Aquarius. Fixed air. Unique expression of self unencumbered by social requirements. Idealistic, fair, humanitarian. Treasures integrity and rationality, dislikes messy emotions. Can be impersonal, dogmatic, coldly rational.

11th House: Relationships with groups, friendships including casual social groups and formal societies. Includes shares ideals and attitudes towards the social environment. Aquarius and the eleventh house are ruled by Uranus, ancient ruler Mercury.

Pisces. Mutable water. Yearning for transcendence of ego. Imaginative, creative, sensitive. Vulnerable to outside influences, intuitive. Ego boundaries not well-defined, tendency to addictions. Can be childish, irresponsible, submissive.

12th House: Issues operating unconsciously or beyond the individual ego. Solitary experiences, experiences made difficult by repression of planetary energies in this house (hence the ancient meaning “house of troubles”). Pisces and the twelfth house are ruled by Neptune, ancient ruler Venus.

Foreign Travel. Is it possible?

People of Countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Srilanka are mostly dreaming to go to aborad to make make life more prosporous and better. I am getting many questions from my clients regarding the possibility to go to abroad.

During my research I found one of the useful article for the persons who knows littlebit Hindu Vedic astrology.

Travelling to new places, meeting new people either for purpose of business or just for pleasure helps gains knowledge and broaden our horizons and perspective. It makes us wiser. For a long time now, Indians have chosen to go abroad for the same of employment – to avail of opportunities for professional satisfaction and to make more money. Arguably this trend is reversing in the last few years as the economy revives in India but visiting other countries is still considered as desirable and a source of excitement for a lot of people.

There are various reasons why people move from one place to another:

· Journeys within a geographical region due to nature of work – what we colloquially call “travelling job”.

· Business travel to a foreign land.

· Tourism or pilgrimage.

· Change is residence due to profession or after marriage if the spouse is settled in a different place.

Astrologically, the rules to be considered for predicting travel are:

· 12th House: In a horoscope, 12th house shows separation. Malefic influences on 12th house make a person wander from place to place.

· 3rd and 9th House: While 4th house represents comfort of a house, 3rd and 9th being 12th (causing separation) and 6th (alien-ness) from 4th denote journeys. 3rd house should be considered for short journeys and 9th for long journeys. I think this is due to the fact that from 9th house we also look at religion and hence pilgrimages, which usually were very long in olden times. Moreover, malefic influences on 4th house, by way of occupation will make one leave his/her birth place, i.e. travel to a foreign location.

· 7th House: A lot of sages have mentioned in their works that residence in foreign countries should be looked at from seventh house.

· Movable and Watery signs: Position of lords of above mentioned houses in these signs indicates travel.

· Rahu and Saturn: These planets influence travel in their dasha and antardasha. Rahu signifies the foreign element in the chart, something that is unconventional and out of ordinary.

· Sun: While positioned in any of the houses – 3rd, 7th, 9th and 12th, Sun influences journeys.

To understand the conditions that lead to foreign travel, combinations between these planets and houses are important. Ascendant lord in moveable or watery sign along with 9th and/or 12th house lord would indicate foreign travel. Combinations with 3rd house lord would indicate short travels instead of long, overseas travel.

Influence of 7th house lord is necessary for settling in a foreign country. Influence of Rahu or other malefic planets on 4th would give the same result by causing estrangement and would show a person leaving the comforts of residence. These combinations along with other combination of journeys would mean a one way ticket to a foreign country. Correspondingly, beneficial influences on 4th house in combination with 9th house would indicate increased attachment with the original place of residence and the person would come back home.

The timing of journey is always governed by 9th or 12th house lords and planets influencing these houses either though aspect or occupation of the house. Influence of lord of difficult houses – 6th house and in particular 8th house would indicate problems with travel, e.g. an unfavourable Mars in a chart in this scenario would indicate possible accidents while travelling.

-Article take from planetarypositions.com