The week ahead

THIS WEEK there is a New Moon in the sign of Scorpio, which will result in an increased interest in the subjects of sex, money and psychological exploration. Scorpio is the most misunderstood and maligned sign in the zodiac; when you look at the range of compelling, yet taboo, themes that it rules, it's not difficult to understand why. The truth is that sex, money, and overpowering emotions are subjects that everyone has to deal with and turning away from them in fear or discomfort isn't going to make them go away. This week, do yourself a favour and have a conversation with someone close to you about your feelings regarding your sexuality or your finances. With the Scorpio New Moon, this conversation shouldn't be too painful, and will definitely help you shed light on a subject that is often kept in the dark, yet is so vital to your everyday life.

Queries answered

Is it true that for native of Simha Lagna, Angaraka is both a Yoga Karaka and a Badhakadhipathi? If so, which aspect will predominate?

- V. K. Rao, Srirangam

ANGARAKA (Mars) is to be deemed as a Yoga Karaka as well as a Badhakadhipathi for Simha Lagna. The former is true, since he owns both the 4th House and the 9th House from Lagna. The latter effect arises because he owns the 9th. Simha is a Fixed Sign (Sthira Rasi). And for such Rasis (Rishabha, Simha, Vrischika and Kumbha) the lord of the 9th can signify some harm. As to which aspect of Mars will dominate in the instant case that as Yogakaraka, or the other as malefactor - we must reckon the strengths of the Lagna and its lord the Sun, of the lord of the reigning Maha Dasa, and of other relevant aspects before arriving at a reasonable opinion.

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