Alpayu Yoga (Part 4): Malefic Afflictions & Other Dangerous Alpayu Yogas

Introduction

In the previous parts, we explored how the Lagna, 8th house, and Apoklima houses contribute to Alpayu Yoga (short lifespan). Now, we focus on severe malefic afflictions, which are one of the strongest factors leading to reduced longevity.

When key longevity-related houses and planets are afflicted by malefics, they increase vulnerability to:
✔ Chronic illnesses
✔ Sudden accidents or health crises
✔ Physical or mental instability

In this part, we will cover:
✔ How afflictions to the 5th and 8th houses increase the risk of Alpayu Yoga.
✔ The impact of combust and debilitated planets on longevity.
✔ How Ketu in the Lagna with the 8th lord weakens the body.
✔ Case studies of charts with severe afflictions leading to Alpayu Yoga.

1. How Malefic Afflictions to the 5th & 8th House Cause Alpayu Yoga

While the 8th house governs longevity, the 5th house represents Purva Punya (past-life karma), mental balance, and physical vitality. If both houses are afflicted, it creates Alpayu Yoga and increases risks to life.

Alpayu Yoga 1: Afflicted 5th House, Afflicted 8th House, and Afflicted 8th Lord

✔ Formation:

• The 5th house is occupied by malefic planets (Saturn, Mars, Rahu, or Ketu).
• The 8th house is also afflicted by malefics or lacks benefic aspects.
• The 8th lord is weak, combust, or debilitated.

✔ Example:

• Leo Lagna with Saturn and Rahu in the 5th house.
• 8th house occupied by Mars, causing violent tendencies.
• 8th lord Jupiter in the 6th house, combust and weak.

📌 Impact:

• The person may face difficulties in childhood due to health complications.
• Possibility of accidents or major surgeries in early life.

Alpayu Yoga 2: Sun in Lagna, Hemmed Between Malefics

✔ Formation:

• The Sun is placed in Lagna but is flanked by malefic planets (Saturn, Mars, Rahu, or Ketu) on both sides.
• This leads to physical weakness, mental stress, and possible health complications.

✔ Example:

• Aquarius Lagna with Sun in the 1st house.
• Saturn in the 12th house and Rahu in the 2nd house (hemmed between malefics).

📌 Impact:

• The native may experience low energy, weak immunity, and struggles with vitality.
• Health problems can escalate in Sun’s Mahadasha.

Alpayu Yoga 3: No Benefics in Kendras, with a Benefic in the 8th House

✔ Formation:

• There are no benefic planets (Jupiter, Venus, Mercury) in Kendra houses (1st, 4th, 7th, 10th).
• A benefic planet (like Venus or Mercury) is placed in the 8th house.
• This causes a lack of support for health, while the benefic in the 8th house gets trapped.

✔ Example:

• Pisces Lagna with Venus in the 8th house (Libra).
• No benefics in 1st, 4th, 7th, or 10th houses.

📌 Impact:

• The native may lack physical resilience and face frequent health problems.
• Sudden or mysterious illnesses can affect the individual in Venus Mahadasha.

2. The Impact of a Weak Moon, Mars, & 3rd Lord on Longevity

Alpayu Yoga 4: Moon in the 12th House and a Malefic in the 6th House

✔ Formation:

• The Moon is placed in the 12th house (house of losses and hospitalization).
• A malefic planet (Saturn, Mars, Rahu) is placed in the 6th house.
• The Moon receives no support from benefics.

✔ Example:

• Taurus Lagna with Moon in 12th house (Aries).
• Mars in the 6th house (Libra), creating emotional instability.

📌 Impact:

• The native may have mental health issues or physical weakness.
• Prone to chronic diseases, hospitalization, or stress-related illnesses.

Alpayu Yoga 5: The 3rd Lord & Mars are Combust or Afflicted by Malefics

✔ Formation:

• The 3rd house controls courage and physical strength.
• If the 3rd lord and Mars are combust or afflicted by Saturn/Rahu/Ketu, it reduces vitality.

✔ Example:

• Cancer Lagna with 3rd lord Mercury combust with Sun in the 10th house.
• Mars in the 8th house, afflicted by Saturn.

📌 Impact:

• The person may experience accidents, injuries, or weakness in Mars-related areas (blood, muscles).
• Prone to falls, fractures, or violent incidents.

Alpayu Yoga 6: The 8th Lord & Saturn Are Combust or Afflicted by Malefics

✔ Formation:

• The 8th lord (which governs longevity) is combust or afflicted by multiple malefics.
• Saturn (natural significator of longevity) is also afflicted or combust.

✔ Example:

• Aries Lagna with 8th lord Mars combust in the 10th house.
• Saturn in the 6th house, debilitated in Cancer.

📌 Impact:

• Early health problems and weak immunity.
• Possibility of life-threatening incidents in Mars or Saturn’s Dasha.

Alpayu Yoga 7: The 8th Lord in Conjunction with Ketu in the Lagna

✔ Formation:

• The 8th lord (which governs death and transformations) is placed in Lagna.
• Ketu (signifying detachment and sudden endings) is conjunct the 8th lord in Lagna.

✔ Example:

• Scorpio Lagna with 8th lord Mercury conjunct Ketu in the 1st house.

📌 Impact:

• High risk of accidents or karmic struggles with longevity.
• Spiritual tendencies but reduced focus on physical well-being.

3. Case Studies of Alpayu Yogas Due to Malefic Afflictions

Case 1: Weak Lagna & 8th House Causing Alpayu Yoga

📌 Birth Chart Details:

• Virgo Lagna with Lagna lord (Mercury) debilitated in the 7th house.
• 8th house occupied by Saturn & Ketu.
• No benefics in Kendra houses.

📌 Outcome:

• The native faced serious health complications in early childhood.
• Required medical intervention multiple times.

Case 2: Alpayu Yoga Due to Sun Hemmed Between Malefics

📌 Birth Chart Details:

• Leo Lagna with Sun in 1st house.
• Saturn in 12th house, Mars in 2nd house (hemmed by malefics).
• 8th house lord in 6th house, afflicted by Rahu.

📌 Outcome:

• The native faced frequent health setbacks & chronic fatigue.
• Survived early life struggles but remained prone to health issues.

Final Conclusion: The Role of Malefic Afflictions in Alpayu Yoga

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✔ Afflicted 5th, 8th house & combust planets weaken longevity.
✔ Sun in Lagna, if hemmed by malefics, reduces vitality.
✔ Moon in 12th house and 3rd lord combust increase physical & mental weakness.

What’s Next?

In Part 5, we will cover:
🔹 Remedies & Arishta-Bhanga Yogas that Cancel Alpayu Yoga.
🔹 Mantras, pujas, and gemstones for longevity.
🔹 How to analyze and counteract Alpayu Yoga in a birth chart.

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