Argala: Advanced Rules for Argala-VirodhArgala Some Advanced Rules for Argala and Virodh Argala usedin Vedic Astrology In this last post of this series we will see some advanced but very important rules used in Vedic Astrology which are must to know before we reach final conclusion. BPHS says: Or, if the number of Argalas are more than the obstructing Grahas, then also the Argala will prevail. When calculating the net results of argala and Virodhargala we have to see which house has more planets. If argala house have more planets then results of Argala will prevail and if Virodhargala house has more number of planets then Virodhargala effects will be stronger BPHS says: If the Argala causing Grah is stronger than the obstructing one, the former will prevail. Means, When there number of are planets equal in both Argala houses and Virodhargala houses. then we will have to see that which planet is stronger. If Argala planet is stronger then effects of Argala causing planets will pervail and vice versa. In Vedic astrology, there are many parameters for strength. And there is controversy that whic parameter to use. Some use Shadbala, some use sthanbala etc. Personally, in coarse perspective, I use that the Exaltation > Mooltrikona > own house > friend's house > Enemy's house > Debilitation formula. But you can use whatever you feel suitable or any other. BPHS says: If there are 3, or more malefics in the 3rd they will cause Vipreet Argala (more effective intervention), which will also be harmless and be very favourable. If there are more than three planets in 3H then they will cause Vipreet Argala which will me more effective intervention and will be harmless and favourable. As this condition will make the person more courageous for that house and person will be more hardworking. BPHS says: As Rahu and Ketu have retrograde motions, the Argalas and obstructions be also counted accordingly in a reverse manner. This is also a controversial rule. Some Astrologers believe that this rule is applicable to Rahu only, some says Ketu only and some says both. that the Argala. then the planets in 4H will cause virodhargala and not argala) BPHS says: Maharishis say. while the one duly obstructed will go astray. Similarly 2nd quarter’s Argala is eliminated by the 3rd quarter placement of another Grah. and planet in 4H.Another contorversys is that some people says that the argala and virodhargala caused by nodes should be counted in opposite direction (for example if Rahu is in 4H from Lagna then the rahu will cause the Virodhargala and not the Argala) Also some people says that the house which accomodate Nodes should be counted in opposite direction for argala and virodh argala (for example. 3rd quarter) will counteract the Argala. the obstruction (planet in 15degrees to 22 degrees 30 minutes i. Argala should can be counted from the house or planet whatever is needed in interpretation. by two medium and by more than two. 7 degrees 30 minutes to 15 degrees). caused by one Grah. Another important rule indicates that divide each house in four equal parts of 7 degrees 30 minutes each. the obstruction indeed will counteract the argala.e. Means more the merrier. For example If the Argala causing planet is in the first quarter (or first 7 degrees 30 minutes of the house). will yield limited effect. caused by placement of a Grah in the first one fourth part of the Rasi. while the obstructing planet is in the 4th quarter (22degrees 30 minutes to 30 degrees). is countered by another. The Argala. placed in the 4th quarter of the respective obstructive Rasi.e.Similarly when the Argala planet is in the 2nd quarter of the House (i. So please forgive me for this and also for my grammatical mistakes Argala: Basic concepts of Argala-Virodhargala . so if planets causing argala and virodhargala are in corresponding quarter of the houses then the obstruction will be effective otherwise the obstruction may not be that effective. If Rahu is in Lagna. or a Grah. BPHS says: Argalas should be counted from a Rasi." I had tried to explain this confusing topic in very simple language and in a interesting manner altogether. I know I was not much successful in my attempt. which is unobstructed will be fruitful. as the case may be. excellent effects. If Argala house have one planet then the effect will be less and more planets will cause more effect. BPHS says: The Argala. And planets posited in 11th house from a specific house will effect gains from that specific house. This 4th hosue Argala is also called "Sukhargala" 5th house from a specific shows abilities. Ques: Does all argala have different effects or same effects? Answer: All Argalas have different types of effects. 5th house Argala is also called "Sutargala" 11th house from any house shows gains related to that specifc house. 4th house. This Argala is also called "Dhanargala" Similarly 4H from a specific indicates comforts. and 5th house have so decisive effect on a particular house? Answer: 2nd house from a specific house signifies resources available for that house. Ques: If Argala is obstructed by equivalent virodhargala then the results of that how and to much extent results of that planets will be felt? Answer: when the periods of planets causing argala will come then the person will cause effects of Argala causing planets come true. mother.. So a malefic in 2nd hosue from a house will effect the resources badly and benefics in 2H will effect the resources in a good way.Some Basic concepts of Argala and Virodhargala Before progressing to our last post in this series I will like to answer some very basic questions that are arising in your minds and I had received emails asking those. And planets in 5H from a specific house will affect knowledge related to that house. So planets in 4th hosue from a house will affect these factors related to that house. Hence they will be causing a specific effect on that house and hence told to cause argala. knowledge. learning related to that specific house. But when periods of virodhargala planets will come then the effects that were triggered in Argala planets will come to an halt. 11th hosue. And malefics in 3rd house from a specific house indicates that the person is very ruthless in initiating and will take risks and will be daring when it comes to significations of that house. And planets posited in 2nd house will have effect on the resources available for that houses. Which we will see in detail in answer to next question. This Argala is also called "Labhargala" Ques: Why 3rd H malefics cause Argala on a specific house? Ans: 3rd house shows initiatives. Ques: Why Planets in 2nd house. . romance (affection/interest towards that specific house). and that of 11H will be obstructed by planets in 3H. The planets in 12H from a specific house will obstruct or counteract the effect of planets causing Argala from 2nd hosue from that specific house. 4H and 11H is opposed by 12H.For example.8L in 4H . and 3H respectively. 10H. Hence all four combinations are possible. The 5th is also an Argala place. while the Grah in the 9th will counteract such Argala.indicates staying away from home) is causing Argala on 1H (own existence) and Sun is causing Argala (2L in 10H indicates becoming a king. enjoying all success in career.In Simple words. In Lord Shrirama horoscope. Effect of planets in 5H (secondary argala) is opposed by planets in 9H. And have exalted saturn in 4H and exalted Sun in 10H. Lord Shri Rama had to leave home and had to face many hardships physically. or a Grah. He have cancer lagna. Again Shubhargala can block shubhargala and papargala can block papargala. the Argala caused by 2H. . 12th and 3rd from a Bhava. But when the Sun's period came then the effects of Argala came to an Halt and the effects of Sun were felt Ques: Will Shubhargala obstructs Paapargala and vice versa only? or there is any other rule? Answer: Shubha Argala can block papargala and Papaargala can block shubhargala. Similarly effects of planets in 4H will be obstructed by planets in 10 H. Means. Let us see this by pictorial example. Saturn (7L. being good in politics and ruling) During Saturn's period. Argala: Virodhargala and General Characteristics Virodhargala and general Characteristics BPHS says: while obstructors of the Argala will be those in the 10th. Similarly. then that house will have negligible effect.Some Characteristics of Argala and Virodhargala to be kept in mind at this stage: 1) Effects of Argala and Virodhargala are felt in Dasha periods and sub dasha periods of the planets causing Argala/Virodhargala 2) If Obstruction is weak. 5) If a planet have more than one relation with a specific house (Say Argala + Rashi Drishti or Argala + grah drishti) Then the effect of Argala causing planet is more strong and conducive. 4) Even when there is obstruction. In general term Argala means "Obstruction" or it means "Bolt on a door". 3) Effects of Argala planets (Planets causing Argala) will be triggered in their periods/subperiods. Effects of the planets causing Argala can still be felt in their dasha periods which will be stopped and obstructed in the periods of planets causing Virodhargala. Argala: Argala and General Characteristics Argala: What is it? In vedic Astrology. Argala plays a very important role. Which may continue to effect the whole life if there is no obstruction. . 6) If a house is empty and that house is one of Argala causing house. But in vedic astrology it is meant by a decisive caused on a planet and/or on the house. the result of Virodhargala may not be felt at all and similarly if obstruction is too strong then effect of Argala may not be felt at all. I request them to forgive me. BPHS Says: Formation of Argala. Grahas in the 4th. 3) It's effects are seen in the periods and subperiods of that planet and Rashi. Parashara Describes Argala in Chapter 31 of BPHS.Argala is a decisive effect on a planet or a house. Planets in the 2nd house. Rashi Drishti show permanent effect and Grah Drishti shows the desire of a planet to effect the significations of a house. Parashara described Argala of 2. and that of 5H is different shaloka. General Principles of Argala used in Vedic Astrology: Argala For this I will like to stick to Maharishi Parashara's Teachings in Brihat Parashar Hora samhita. 2nd and the 11th cause Argalas. Parashara also described that 5th house from that specific house will also cause argala. On the contrary.11 at different shaloka. In Simple language we can call it 'House Aspects' It is different from Sign aspects (Rashi drishti) and Planetary aspects (Grah Drishti). Infact I will try to make it as simple as possible so that everyone can understand. I will use those teachings and will try to explain those teachings in a more simple language. Because the argala cause by 2nd. In other shaloka: The 5th is also an Argala place. 2) It has more decisive effect on a house and significations of that house. Means. 4) Argala can be "Shubhargla" or "papargala" (Malefic effect and Benefic effect respectively) 5) Argala can be and should be used in all divisional charts. On the other hand Rashi Drishti have a permanent effect which is independent of Dashas. 4th and 11th are more important and more decisive and in modern terms it is also called "Primary . 4th house and 11th house from a specific house will cause Argala on that specific house. Maitreya. Some advanced readers may find it too stretched or boring. Some characteristics of Argala: 1) It is casted by House and planets in that house on a house and planets in aspected house. while the Grah in the 9th will counteract such Argala.4. I explain below Argala to know the definite effects of Bhavas and Grahas. It also plays very important role. 2nd house (saturn and jupiter) is causing argala so effects of Jupiter and saturn will be carried to 1st house. If there are 3 malefics or more in 3H from o house then they will also act as Argala on that specific house. on lagna. But it doesnot mean that we should not use this in interpretation. Let us see the example of Argala in this diagram As we can see. December 02. Normally 3H is of Virodhargala (We will discuss in coming para) But in such a condition it will act as Argala itself. It will not have any evident effect on 1st house. which will also be harmless and be very favourable. Whereas Argala from 5H is not that important Hence it is called Secondary Argala. Means. Posted byDr. AtulatWednesday. 2009 .Argala". In other Shaloka Parashara says: If there are 3. or more malefics in the 3rd they will cause Vipreet Argala (more effective intervention). But as 11H is empty.