The strength of Kuja is double of Sani’s. Budha is
four times stronger than Budha. Guru is eight times
stronger than Budha. Sukra has eight times more
strength than that of Guru. Chandra is sixteen times
stronger than Sukra, Surya has twice the strength of
Chandra and Rahu’s strength is twice of Surya’s and
hence Rahu is the strongest of the Grahas.
Should Surya and Chandra be exceedingly strong, all
other Grahas, though weak, will yield good effects
in their periods.
Notes: The strength of Surya is the most important
factor to lend strength to the entire natus. Surya
singly in deep fall, even though other Grahas may be
strong, can reduce the vitality of Kundali.
Similarly Chandra’s potentiality is all essential,
as it has a notable bearing on the mind of the
person. Should Chandra be in deep fall, all other
Yogas become ineffective (see Jataka Tatwa, Ch. III,
Section N). And of course, Lagna’s strength forms
foundational support. Thus, these are tripod of the
horoscope.
Sani, Guru, Kuja, Surya, Sukra, Budha and Chandra:
This is the order of the Grahas starting with the
distant-most one, as above (with reference to the
earth). Rahu is at the top most of earth’s orbit.
Grahas are strong (i. e more influencing in nature),
if they are on the lower position of the zodiac.
Rahu is strong in the South, i. e., when he is on
the meridian of the horoscope.
Even, if the Grahas derive strength in the ways
mentioned earlier, they become weak, if eclipsed by
Surya. Such weak Grahas do not give good results in
respect of the Bhavas, (Raja) Yogas and Dashas they
are connected with.
Notes: Benefic Grahas, if combust, do lose their
potence, while malefics become more mischievous.
Sani and Sukra are said to retain their rays even in
combustion, as per Sloka 15, Ch. IV of Uttara
Kalamrita.
Strong benefics make a person fortunate, bright and
beautiful. Malefics, when stronger than benefics,
make a person sinful and a simpleton.
Notes: It is to be noted, that benefic Grahas should
be stronger than malefics for Yog purposes. In any
case, the strength of malefics is equally important,
as each has its own Karakatwas; for example Sani
though a natural malefic should be strong for
longevity. If he is weak, the subject cannot enjoy
longevity and all Raj Yogas then will be equal to a
painting sans canvas.
Thus ends the 3rd Ch. entitled “Evaluation of
Strengths of Grahas” in Horashara of Prithuyasas,
son of Varah Mihira.
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By Mylavarapu Venkateswararao