The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word Yuj, that means to join fully or to integrate totally. Yogas are formed when one planet, sign, or house is related to another planet,sign or house by placement, aspect or conjunction. Yoga may have good or bad effects on the life of a native in whose horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More yoga is formed.
Yogas in astrology are generally classified as Chandra (Moon) Yogas, Surya (Sun) yogas, Nabhasa (celestialPertaining to the sky or visible heaven, or to the universe ... More) yogas, Raja yogas, Dhana yogas or Daridra yogas Their common factor is the relative strength of the planets and their houses by ownership, occupation or aspect. Results of an astrological yoga effects natives life from birth to death and these yogas are depicted in the birth horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More.
Yogas which arise due to Moon as their prominent planet are known as the Chandra or Lunar Yogas. There are 9 major types of this Yoga which are discussed below.
Sunafa Yoga
When a planet other than Rahu, Ketu or Sun is placed in the second house from the house occupied by Moon without any affliction, Sunafa Yoga Is formed. Moon should also be posited positively in the Navamsha chart. Such a native is expert in his works and pocesses good communication skill. Native has impressive voice and positive ideas. He earns wealth through hard work. He will lead a happy life with family. He is intelligent, attractive, knowledgeable, and well-mannered. These natives like to read religious books. They enjoy good health and lead in sport activities. Native reaches high status, has enough of wealth. He is a contented person.
Anafa Yoga
When in a horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More one or more planets except Rahu, Ketu Or Sun are placed in the house 12th from the house where Moon is placed, Anafa yoga is formed. Due to this Yoga native processes an attractive and magnetic personality. He is a good speaker and best communicator. He becomes famous and earns good reputation in society. He is a happy person.
Durudhara Yoga
When one or more planets except Rahu, Ketu and Sun occupy the second as well as twelfth houses from Moon, that is the house just ahead and just behind Moon, Durudhara yoga is formed. Planets should not be under any malefic influence. The result of this Yoga depends upon the strength of the planets involved in yoga forming. In general, native has the ability to work hard at time of need in the best way. Native is pure at heart and earns enough of money to lead a comfortable life. Due to this Yoga native begets lot of money, vehicle, lands, servants and is free of enemies.
Gajkesari Yoga
When Jupiter is placed in Kendra, i.e., 1st, 4th, 7th, and 10th house from Moon without affliction, Gajkesari yoga is formed. This Yoga bears positive results when planets are in powerful degrees and without any malefic influences (debilitated, retrograde, aspected by malefic planet, conjunct enemy planet). Jupiter should also be free from affliction in Navamsha chart. If the planet is strongly posited, the native is likely to be very intelligent, wealthy, healthy, courageous and strong. Such native leads a happy and comfortable life full of luxury. He is lucky to get anything he desires.
Adhi Yoga
When Jupiter, Venus and Mercury, three of the most benefic planets are placed in three, two or any one of the 6th, 7th and 8th houses from Moon, Adhi Yoga is formed. Together, this trio becomes powerful in these houses. Native with this combination is strong, and can become a leader. Such a person gains a lot of wealth and luxuries of life. He has strong willpower and good mental abilities. He can reach to a high status in government job or in politics. He can easily win over his opponents.
Vasuman Yoga
Vasuman Yoga is formed when benefic planets Mercury, Venus and Jupiter occupy the 3rd, 6th, 10th and 11th house from Moon which are also called the Upachaya houses. Natives with this Yoga in horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More are strong, wealthy, adjusting, successful, and hard working. They do well in business and make gainful investments. They are very confident and have a strong will power.
Gauri Yoga
Gauri Yoga is formed when Moon is deposited in its own house or in exaltation house which is also a Kendra or Trikona house and is also aspected by favourable Jupiter. This yoga blesses native with fertility, protection and youthfulness. The native with Gauri yoga is beautiful in outlook and will be a friend of highly placed officers. He will possess wealth, good qualities, blessed with children, will belong to an illustrious family, and will be very successful. He will be generous,kind, and religious minded
Chandra Mangala Yoga
When Mars and Moon are placed together in any house of birth horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More Chandra Mangala yoga is formed. Native bearing such a placement in horoscopeIt is the birth chart of the native in all cases. It shown a... More begets great wealth and income. Native becomes famous. The native may get engaged in wrong deeds and attempt to take shortcuts, resulting in greater losses in life. The native’s relationship with his or her family members may remain stressful. The native may have health problems every now and then. The native have to bear mental stress at times.
Amala Yoga
When benefic planet or planets occupy the 10th house from Moon and 10th house is also unafflicted, Amala Yoga is formed. Tenth house is linked with Career and therefore, Amala Yoga brings professional excellence in native’s job or business. He gets many opportunities to be successful in profession. Native reaches high position in job with time.