What does it mean to have Rahu in 3rd house of Cancer (Karka) Ascendant (Lagna)?
Please Note: This is general prediction and results may vary based on aspects | conjunction | strength of planet, rashi placed etc.
Rahu is the north lunar node (ascending) and it along with Ketu is a “shadow planet” that causes eclipses. Rahu has no physical shape. It is an imaginary planet but considering the importance of Rahu in astrology, it has been allocated the status of the planet by Rishis. Rahu is known to confer malefic effects in general and is considered as a planet which induces laziness, delays, and hurdles in work. Rahu is known to reflect its shadow for 18 months in a zodiac. It can create confusion, depression and emotional imbalance if placed negatively in the horoscope. It is said that if Rahu sits in an auspicious position in the horoscope of a person, then luck is brightened. With this, the person attains sharp intellect. The native receives honour and fame in the society.
We have been reading so far, Third house is house of your communication skills, neighbours, short distance travels, younger siblings, self-efforts etc. At the same time, as 3rd house is house of efforts, this house shows that results of this house will come only when person will put lots of efforts for a long time. One thing to remember here is that 3rd house is First of Upachaya Houses ( 3, 6, 10 & 11). Upachaya Houses improve with time. It means any planet in these houses improves in results with age and real good result is seen from a person’s 30s or 36s. Also, all the malefic planets provide very good results in Upachaya Houses but results may be seen in 30s or 36s.
So when Rahu in 3rd house of Cancer (Karka) Ascendant (Lagna), it means Your Rahu is in Virgo sign which is a — sign for Rahu. Rahu is lord of 8th house and situated in 3rd house. Rahu aspects 7th, 9th, 11th house. The Rahu posited here removes all sufferings and negativity from life. Hence, you will be strong and healthy. You will be very brave. You would be a great salesman or marketing person or in your business. You will be courageous. You are a good entrepreneur, glorious, knowledgeable and travels a lot. You are an intelligent and fortunate person. You are a quick witted and a playful person. You will gain lot of fame. You will be glorious, well known person and will believe in charity and donations. You will maintain friendly relations with all and give them respect.
You never create any differences with anyone, intentionally. Your behavior is always by heart and you do not believe in false behavior. You do not need to put much efforts to get good luck. You will have many servants, vehicles and other things of luxury. But due to the malefic effects of Rahu, you may become proudy also. You may be a person who would doubt people and may be lazy. You should avoid opposing your brothers. Relationship with younger siblings may suffer. Great income will come but may be after 30s as this being upachaya house. Some major transformation in life will happen during its Dasha or antar dasha. Mainly related to 9th house of spirituality. There may be disagreements between younger siblings.
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