Focus on Aquarius
Deep suffering may serve humanity
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Sun in Aquarius from February 12 to March 14
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Saturn in Aquarius January 17, 2023 – March 30, 2025
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Mercury in Aquarius: February 19 to March 6, 2024
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Venus in Aquarius: March 7-31, 2024
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Mars in Aquarius: March 15 to April 22, 2024
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Rahu in Aquarius: May 29, 2025 to November 25, 2026 (True Node) –
Aquarius is a sign of intense karma and suffering as it is ruled by both Saturn and Rahu, with Rahu often becoming the leader between these two planets. The nature of Aquarius is often sad and painful, but due to the influence of Rahu, it can also be full of ambition. Saturn’s energy tends to balance humility but can increase self-esteem issues. The mission of the planet Aquarius is to discover new life and new social prospects. Aquarius is a fixed sign, so they tend to be lazy and want to maintain the status quo. Any planet connected to Aquarius in your Rashi or Varga chart brings karmic bitterness and pain.
Western astrologers are probably right to associate the wild creativity of Uranus and technology with the independent and rebellious energy of Rahu. Aquarius horoscope: Satabhishak (Aquarius 6.40-20.00) tends to excel in technology and biotechnology, or Purvabhadra (Aquarius 20-Pisces 3.20) can create great scientists.
Saturn is the co-owner of Aquarius and brings the energy of the 12th house to Capricorn. As such, it brings with it a fascination with death, the afterlife, and the pursuit of liberation. On the downside, it can also bring about issues with humility and self-esteem, and one can become too concerned about helping others at the expense of self-care. If your Aquarius has lots of energy, you need to be careful not to do too much service work. On the other hand, Aquarius people have smart minds, gentle personalities, are good at charity, and are very suitable for serving mankind.
The Sanskrit name for Aquarius is Kumbha, which translates to pitcher. The symbol of Aquarius is a man holding a pitcher. The image is a little puzzling because Aquarius has water flowing out of the vessel, even though Aquarius is an air sign. On an esoteric astrological level, Aquarius is associated with Rishi Agastha, who symbolically held her breath to usher in new civilizations and new philosophies.
Because the Aquarius rising sign has the shortest rising cycle of all signs, people with an Aquarius rising sign are less common than most other signs, but they tend to have a greater impact on the world. Abraham Lincoln, Karl Marx, and J.P. Morgan are all famous Aquarius souls.
The three signs of this rising sign: Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha and Purvabhadra are connected with Mars, Rahu and Jupiter, thus linking Aquarius to material prosperity and healing. Saturn, as co-owner of this sign, brings with it deep past life karma. Rahu gives this sign revolutionary and creative/creative energy in terms of technology and medical research. Aquarius is a major lover of astronomy and astrology. The key to Aquarius is the need to open their spirituality to transcend the heavy material energy of technology.
If a person is born with Saturn/Rahu in a horoscope, we often assume that the rising sign has self-esteem issues and does not recognize their own talents. Aquarius zodiac signs may be too unconventional, outspoken, and have problems with routine. These charts may also be self-isolating and depressed, hiding their pain behind a fake smile. The Achilles heel of this ascendant sign is the 6th house being ruled by the Moon. This can lead to significant problems for the mother, as well as issues with food, parenting and spiritual complexity. Sri Ramakrishna was a famous Aquarius rising saint who had an obsession with fasting and the Divine Mother.
Aquarius rising people tend to be independent and they don’t seek advice. Of all the readings I’ve done, I’ve probably only done two or three Aquarius Ascendant charts. Charts with a dominant Aquarius sign may not have a good relationship with their father. They may suffer from separation from their father or lack of love from their father. An Aquarius dominant chart may show a lack of balance in life, which may make them fundamentalist in their careers.
Aquarius has a neutral relationship with Jupiter which rules the 2nd and 11th houses and gives money. Jupiter can bestow wealth, but wealth cannot satisfy them. Aquarius has a difficult relationship with Mars because it owns the 3rd and 10th houses, while the Moon owns the 6th house. The Moon in this chart provides the most challenges.sun [the 7th house ruler] Saturn is the enemy of Saturn, so many relationship lessons can be learned from a marriage or partnership. Venus is the king of Aquarius and brings success. Mercury is usually neutral in this chart because it rules the 5th and 8th houses. Since Mercury rules the 8th house, which is its mooltrikona sign, Mercury will have a greater influence on the affairs of the 8th house than on the affairs of the 5th house. Jupiter, Sun, Mars are Marakkar planets and may cause death or illness when the native is not in the period of death or Marakkar.
The badaka sign of Aquarius is Libra and Venus is the badaka planet of Aquarius rising chart. Venus brings material blessings but also psychological challenges to relationships and marriages. The key for Aquarius is that they must give their gains regularly to overcome material comforts and not fall into sexual or sensual addictions. Badaka Venus is a real problem only when two or more malefic planets aspect or influence Libra or Venus. Since Venus is crucial to the Aquarius ascendant chart, these natives must balance their love of material comforts and pleasures with philanthropic work. Being surrounded by art, culture and music nourishes their souls, the key is balancing humanitarian needs with sensuality.
The relationship between Aquarius and the Sun is neutral. Since Leos are associated with the 7th house, they tend to gain confidence through a co-dependent relationship with their partner, while Aquarius risings tend to be modest and lacking in self-confidence. If the Sun is in Libra, they may be too focused on relationships or with their guru, especially. The Sun in Aries can inspire them to engage in higher levels of philanthropic and humanitarian activities, which their spouse can then support. Aquarius must stay away from the seductive energy of Venus and excessive sexual activity, which may divert them from their higher goals.
Aquarius has a bad relationship with the Moon and often has major issues with the mother, as the Moon rules the 6th house of enemies. However, the moon can give them a deep sense of empathy, serving humanity and supporting the lower classes. If the Moon is in Taurus, the Aquarian has a huge heart and is engaged in deep emotional struggles in the service of humanity. In contrast, a Moon in Scorpio can cause melancholy and frustration.
Mars and Saturn can also be difficult planets in the Aquarius rising chart. If Mars is strong in the chart, Aquarius natives will throw themselves into the revolutionary cause with enthusiasm and bravado to serve their cause. They may become reckless with any suffering from Mars.If Mars is debilitated in the chart [as in the sign of Cancer] They may have health problems or lack the courage to fight for their cause. A weak Mars can also cause Aquarius to question or deny their own power. Mars will not bring peace to Aquarius and if Mars is afflicted, life will not go well for Aquarius as it will reduce the natural service energy of this sign. This can lead to frustration and arguments, and we know how difficult it can be for a frustrated, bellicose Aquarius when he fails to change society according to his vision.
Since Mercury rules the 5th and 8th houses, Aquarians are naturally inclined toward philosophical, scientific, and astrological inquiries into the nature of the universe. Aquarius will need to harness their passion for the fifth house and Gemini energy to find a career that taps into their intelligence and deep desire to understand the mysteries of the universe.
Each logo has a light side and a shadow logo. Aquarius may be a sign of spiritual significance, and many great leaders were born under this sign. However, if Rahu and Saturn are afflicted in an Aquarius-dominated chart, it can bring deep pain and frustration in life. If Aquarius wants to succeed, they need to serve mankind, let the water flow out of the pot, and benefit mankind.
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