Daridra Yoga (Part 8): The Role of Saturn, Mars, Rahu & Ketu in Daridra Yoga: 3 Powerful Effects

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Introduction
In Vedic astrology, certain planets have a stronger tendency to create financial instability, struggles, and poverty. Among them, Saturn, Mars, Rahu, and Ketu play a significant role in Daridra Yoga, especially when they afflict wealth-related houses and planets.
- Saturn causes delays, struggles, and slow financial growth.
- Mars leads to aggressive financial decisions, losses through conflicts, and unnecessary risks.
- Rahu creates deception, illegal activities, and sudden financial collapse.
- Ketu brings detachment, carelessness, and poor financial planning.
This part will cover:
✔ How each of these planets causes financial problems.
✔ Key planetary combinations that form Daridra Yoga.
✔ Real-life examples of afflicted charts.
✔ Remedies to counteract their negative effects.
1. How Saturn Causes Daridra Yoga (Delays, Losses, and Hard Work Without Gains)
✔ Saturn represents discipline and karma but can also cause extreme financial hardships.
✔ When placed in the 2nd, 11th, or 10th house, it slows financial progress and creates career instability.
✔ If Saturn is debilitated, retrograde, or afflicted by Rahu or Mars, financial suffering increases.
🔹 Example Formation:
- Aquarius Ascendant (Kumbha Lagna)
- Saturn in the 2nd house (Pisces) aspected by Rahu from the 8th house.
- Mars in the 11th house (Sagittarius), creating conflicts in financial gains.
- Effects:
✔ Slow financial growth despite hard work.
✔ Struggles with career success and wealth accumulation.
✔ Delays in receiving inheritance or property disputes.
Remedies for Saturn-Induced Daridra Yoga
✔ Chant “Om Shanicharaya Namaha” daily.
✔ Donate black sesame seeds and mustard oil on Saturdays.
✔ Worship Lord Hanuman and recite Hanuman Chalisa.
2. How Mars Causes Daridra Yoga (Financial Losses Due to Aggression & Poor Decisions)
✔ Mars represents aggression, impulsiveness, and high-risk investments.
✔ When Mars is in the 2nd or 11th house, it causes reckless financial behavior and losses.
✔ If Mars is in the 6th, 8th, or 12th house, it leads to debts, legal troubles, or sudden financial downfall.
🔹 Example Formation:
- Taurus Ascendant (Vrishabha Lagna)
- Mars in the 12th house (Aries) without benefic aspects.
- Saturn in the 2nd house, blocking wealth accumulation.
- Effects:
✔ Losses due to impulsive financial decisions.
✔ Legal disputes, loans, and excessive spending.
✔ Problems in partnerships leading to business failure.
Remedies for Mars-Induced Daridra Yoga
✔ Chant “Om Mangalaya Namaha” to control aggressive energy.
✔ Avoid unnecessary fights or risky investments.
✔ Donate red lentils and jaggery on Tuesdays.
3. How Rahu Causes Daridra Yoga (Deception, Sudden Losses & Unethical Earnings)
✔ Rahu is a shadow planet that causes financial instability, greed, and deception.
✔ If Rahu is in the 2nd, 7th, 10th, or 11th house, it creates financial struggles due to fraud or speculative investments.
✔ When Rahu is conjunct Saturn or Mars, it amplifies financial chaos.
🔹 Example Formation:
- Leo Ascendant (Simha Lagna)
- Rahu in the 10th house (Taurus), aspected by Mars from the 7th house.
- Saturn in the 8th house (Capricorn), blocking financial growth.
- Effects:
✔ Financial losses due to deception or scams.
✔ Illegal activities leading to financial downfall.
✔ High ambition but failure to achieve financial stability.
Remedies for Rahu-Induced Daridra Yoga
✔ Chant “Om Rahave Namaha” daily for protection.
✔ Avoid unethical financial dealings.
✔ Donate coconut, mustard oil, and black cloth on Saturdays.
4. How Ketu Causes Daridra Yoga (Detachment, Carelessness & Poor Financial Planning)
✔ Ketu represents spiritual detachment and loss of material wealth.
✔ When Ketu is in the 2nd or 11th house, it makes a person careless about financial planning.
✔ If Ketu is conjunct Moon or Venus, the person may struggle with financial stability.
🔹 Example Formation:
- Scorpio Ascendant (Vrischika Lagna)
- Ketu in the 2nd house (Sagittarius), aspected by Saturn from the 8th house.
- Jupiter in the 12th house, making financial growth slow.
- Effects:
✔ Lack of financial discipline leading to money losses.
✔ Earnings may come, but the person fails to save or invest wisely.
✔ Tendency to ignore financial problems until it’s too late.
Remedies for Ketu-Induced Daridra Yoga
✔ Chant “Om Ketave Namaha” daily to balance Ketu’s energy.
✔ Donate white sesame seeds and bananas on Thursdays.
✔ Engage in charity and service to neutralize karmic debts.
Effects of These Malefics in Daridra Yoga
1. Financial Challenges
✔ Recurring financial setbacks and struggles to maintain savings.
✔ Losses due to bad investments, loans, or debts.
✔ Failure in business due to mismanagement or bad partnerships.
2. Career & Professional Setbacks
✔ Frequent job changes or slow career growth.
✔ Unstable professional reputation due to Rahu or Ketu.
✔ Blocked financial opportunities despite skills and experience.
3. Social & Personal Life Struggles
✔ Family problems due to financial instability.
✔ Mental stress, depression, or frustration over money issues.
✔ Loss of confidence due to continuous financial failures.
Final Remedies to Overcome Malefic-Induced Daridra Yoga
1. Strengthen Wealth-Giving Planets (Jupiter, Venus, Mercury)
- Wear a Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj) for Jupiter’s blessings.
- Chant “Om Shreem Mahalakshmiye Namaha” for financial growth.
- Perform Vishnu or Lakshmi Puja for wealth and stability.
2. Control Malefics Through Donations & Charity
- Donate food, clothes, and money to the needy every Saturday.
- Perform Saturn, Rahu, Ketu, and Mars pacification pujas.
- Feed stray dogs and birds to reduce karmic financial struggles.
3. Avoid Risky Investments & Unethical Financial Deals
- Do not engage in speculative trading, gambling, or high-risk investments.
- Stay away from corrupt business practices to avoid karmic punishment.
- Consult a financial advisor before making large investments.
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Conclusion & Next Steps
In Part 8, we explored:
✔ How Saturn, Mars, Rahu, and Ketu contribute to Daridra Yoga.
✔ Real-life examples of financial struggles caused by planetary placements.
✔ Effects, challenges, and remedies to neutralize these negative influences.
Coming Up Next in Part 9:
🔹 Effects & Challenges of Daridra Yoga.
🔹 How it impacts different areas of life.
🔹 How to recognize the worst financial periods.
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