Mars is the conductor of the Planets. He is the energy that gets things
done. He is the “will” power as opposed to Saturn, which is the “won’t” power. Mars is also an infant in the planetary scheme. Thus, he is childlike and goes about performing deeds with a childlike wonder. Mars is also the fire element within the five elements (Pancha Tattvas). Fire, more than any other element, purifies and transforms. Fire illuminates. Most rishis and saints have a very strong Mars, so they are able to purify their nature and illuminate the path for others. Mars, due to these fire-like qualities, will provide the inspiration and ideas to those individuals whose horoscopes position Mars strongly.
Mars in Aries: Mars is in its Moolatrikona Sign in Aries. Scorpio, the feminine sign of Mars, is 8 signs away from Aries. Thus, Mars in Aries carries 1st and 8th house connotations with regard to the will, energy, courage, and siblings. Mars will project its qualities into the realm of the body, physical fitness and health. The person with Mars in Aries will be warrior like, full of courage and may appear overbearing. Mars in Aries natives will also transform themselves through some kind of purification process. This is also shown in the 8th house connotations of Mars. The native will receive his courage and energy from unknown, mysterious things and situations. It is also very probable that the person with Mars in Aries will derive courage by being energized, renewed and transformed by sexuality and bonding with others. The person will also be inclined to roam about as the fire element makes one restless and inspired, causing much travel.
If Mars at birth occupies Aries, the native will be splendorous, truthful, valorous, be a king, be fond of war, interested in adventurous acts, be an army chief, or head of a village or a band; be delighted, chartitable, be endowed with a number of cows, goats etc. and grains, be fierce and will join many women. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 1-2, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies any of its own signs Aries or Scorpio, the man gets honour from the government of the day. He is much traveled, an official of the Army, trader and a wealthy person. He has injury on his body, is a thief. He is over sexed. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 5, Varahamihira
Mars in Taurus: Mars in Taurus has 2nd and 7th house connotations in addition to the natural significations of Taurus. Simplistically, Mars in Taurus will project energy into making and enjoying good food, drink, comforts and wealth. They will transform these areas of life through dynamic action. Sometimes these natives are authors of cookbooks and home improvement articles. The female natives with Mars in Taurus will be highly adept in applying make-up and beautifying themselves. The home of such a one is usually beautifully decorated and comfortable. The male natives are very skilled in increasing their financial portfolio and acquiring luxury possessions. Mars in Taurus’ 7th house connotations reveal themselves in the native’s deriving energy and transformation through the physical act of intercourse. They will also gain these things through romantic relationships, interaction with others and business partnerships. Living in other countries will also stimulate their will-power and give them courage.
If Mars is in Taurus in a nativity, the person will break the vows of chaste women, will eat voraciously, will have little wealth and few sons, be jealous, will maintain many people, will not trust others, will play violently, will speak very harshly, be fond of music, be sinful, be inimical to relatives and will bring infamy to his family. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 3-4, Kalyana Varma
In case Mars occupies signs of Venus in Taurus or Libra he is under the influence of his wife, is opposed to friends and is adulterous. He knows magic tricks, is well dressed, timid and meets cold treatment to others. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 5, Varahamihira
Mars in Gemini: Mars in Gemini has 3rd and 6th house connotations. Incredible self-will and the desire to project his personality into the world marks the Mars in Gemini native. The person with Mars in Gemini is going to follow to their own path and has very strong opinions about how things should be. They project their personality and energy into self-promotion of some sort. They are very good at marketing themselves and are not amenable to outside control. These people are often mavericks and highly skilled. The 6th house connotations will manifest as a liking for competition and fighting. The person derives energy and courage from the fight and will to survive and get ahead. They will also be prone to working extremely hard for what they want. Much energy will be put into developing good health.
Should Mars be in Gemini, the native will be splendorous, be capable of enduring miseries, be very learned, be well-versed with poetical rules, skillful in various kinds of fine arts, fond of going to foreign countries, virtuously disposed, highly intelligent, favorably disposed to his sons and friends and will devote to various kinds of assignments. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 5-6, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies any of the signs of Mercury i.e., Gemini or Virgo, he has an influential personality, gets sons but ifs bereft of friends and is grateful, knows the art of music and war, is miser, fearless and wealthy. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 6, Varahamihira
Mars in Cancer: Mars in Cancer will give 4th and 5th house connotations. This is the debilitated placement of Mars. Why? Well, if we look at it from a house connotation point of view, we will see that Mars, being 4 signs away from its moolatrikona position, will project its will-power, courage and energy into the 4th house. The 4th house is not a dynamic (projecting) house, it is a receptive house, and as such must be receptive to what life brings. This is the opposite of what Mars represents, as Mars is all masculine, dynamic energy with the wish to project his will into the world. Mars also has a very strict idea about how things should be, he represents our opinions about things. Mars will try to project his will power onto the emotions when placed in Cancer making it very difficult for the person to just allow himself to feel. The native will also become very frustrated as he feels powerless to control his emotions with the will power and then Mars will often explode into anger. Mars will derive his will power, courage and energy from creations, children, intelligence. Mars is very much a planet of self-will, it is the karaka (significator) of the the 3rd house, so if it is deriving its power from a dynamic house (the 5th), then it is really waiting on the creations of others to develop its energy. Mars is not doing for himself, rather getting these things from other sources. These are the underlying reasons for Mars’ debility in Cancer. Mars gets easily frustrated in Cancer, so these natives are prone to anger issues.
If Mars is in Cancer at birth, the subject will like living in others’ houses, be deformed, sick, will attain riches through agriculture, will enjoy royal food and robes during childhood, will eat food in others’ houses, will become wealthy through the source of water, be repeatedly anguished and be always distressed. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 7-8, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies Cancer he gets wealth through vocations like Navy, Merchanships, etc. He is intelligent, may lose a limb and is a bad person. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 6, Varahamihira
Mars in Leo: Mars does very well in Leo. Mars has 5th and 4th house connotations when placed in Leo. The difference between this placement and that of Mars in Cancer is that Mars is using the masculine/feminine energies in alignment with the house placements. Mars will project its energy and transformative power into 5th house flavors such as being creative, imagination, children, investing, sports and romance. Since the 5th house is a dynamic house, Mars feels at home putting his will to good use in creating and using the will power to reflect the inner being. Mars here will derive its courage and energy from the inner life and the emotions. The will power will be formed through the inner emotional reality.
If Mars is in Leo in a nativity, the native will be impatient, be valorous, intent upon grabbing others’ money and childen, will like to live in forests, be fond of eating cow’s flesh (or beef, etc.) will lose his first wife, will kikll snakes and animals, will be bereft of children, be devoid of charitable acts and be always active in his jobs. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 9-10, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies Leo the native is without wealth, is capable of bearing much trouble, moves in jungles and has very few wives and sons. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 7, Varahamihira
Mars in Virgo: Mars in Virgo has 6th and 3rd house connotations. The native with Mars in Virgo will project their courage and energy into hard work, tackling enemies, physical health and overcoming obstacles. This is the way they will transform themselves as well. Their will-power will be focused in the direction of attention to detail. These natives will derive courage and energy from varied hobbies and interests, healthy competition and developing skills. Very often Mars in Virgo people are workaholics and are able to inspire others to work harder.
Should Mars occupy Virgo at birth, the subject will be worthy of honor, be ever rich, be very fond of sexual union and music, be soft and sweet spoken, will have various kinds of expenses, be not much valorous, be learned will have ribs in their advanced position, will fear enemies very much, be skillful is sastras and fine arts, be fond of bathing, make-up, etc. and be splendorous. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 11-12, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies any of the signs of Mercury i.e., Gemini or Virgo, he has an influential personality, gets sons but ifs bereft of friends and is grateful, knows the art of music and war, is miser, fearless and wealthy. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 6, Varahamihira
Mars in Libra: Mars in Libra has 7th and 2nd house connotations. Natives with Mars in Libra will project their self-will and energy into relationships and the physical act of sexual intercourse. These natives are usually highly sexed and like an exciting bedroom. They love dating and the whole concept of relating to the opposite sex. They also do very well in manipulating the public and business partnerships, although they tend to dominate the partner. Often, they will have much success living in foreign lands. These people derive energy and develop their self-will through good food and acquiring wealth. In order to express their self-will, they rely on nourishment and comfort of their immediate environment.
If Mars occupies Libra in a nativity, the person will be liable to wandering, will indulge in bad business, be an able speaker, be fortunate, deformed in respect of some limb, will have few relatives, be fond of wars, will lose his first wife, will deal in liquors and will earn through prostitutes to only lose. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 13-14, Kalyana Varma
In case Mars occupies signs of Venus in Taurus or Libra he is under the influence of his wife, is opposed to friends and is adulterous. He knows magic tricks, is well dressed, timid and meets cold treatment to others. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 5, Varahamihira
Mars in Scorpio: Mars in Scorpio has 8th and 1st house connotations. The native with Mars in Scorpio will project their will and courage and transform themselves through the medium of secrecy, mystery and sexuality. They will often put a lot of energy in developing the trust of others and figuring out others’ psychology. They may have a fascination with the occult. They will derive their will-power through the medium of their own existence. Their physical body and personality characteristics will provide fuel for development of courage and transformation. They need alone time to feed the Mars aspect of themselves. Whenever they rely upon themselves, they will naturally have more energy.
If Mars occupies Scorpio at birth, the native will be attached to trade, will be interested in vedic knowledge, be leader of thieves, skillful in his duties, be interested in wars, be highly sinful, will do big crimes, will be perfidious towards his enemies, will betray, be disposed towards killing, be unhelpful, be a talebearer, will be endowed with lands, sons and wife and be troubled by poison, fire, weapons and wounds. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 15-16, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies any of its own signs Aries or Scorpio, the man gets honour from the government of the day. He is much traveled, an official of the Army, trader and a wealthy person. He has injury on his body, is a thief. He is over sexed. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 5, Varahamihira
Mars in Sagittarius: Mars in Sagittarius provides 9th and 12th house connotations. In addition to the natural connotations of the sign of Sagittarius, Mars in Sagittarius natives will project their will-power and energy into philosophy and/or religion, inspirational ideas, traveling for higher knowledge, teaching others, and acquiring wisdom. A Mars in Sagittarius native will derive their courage, energy, and transformative power through their own subconscious, dream-like states, being alone, mystical states and altered consciousness. Being alone and/or confined will awaken their self will which will then be projected into inspirational projects with a philosophical flavor.
Should Mars be in Sagittarius, the native will have many wounds, be emaciated, be harsh in speech, crafty, alienated, be a warrior endowed with chariots, elephants and army men, will pass arrows on other’s army from his chariot, be happy with hard work, will lose his happiness and money due to anger and will not honor elders. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 17-18, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies Sagittarius or Pisces, the native has many enemies. Is a minister to the king (Government). Is famous, fearless and with very few sons. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 7, Varahamihira
Mars in Capricorn: Mars has its exaltation in this sign. The house connotations are those of the 10th and 11th houses. Why is Mars exalted in this sign? Because the 10th house is the house of action. In Sanskrit, it is called the karma bhava which literally means “the place of action”. And Mars is the planet of action more than any other planet. Mars also gets directional strength in the 10th house. These natives throw their energy into and transform themselves through right action. They face their responsibilities with gusto and enthusiasm and they are able to increase their power as life progresses. Mars in Capricorn natives derive their will power and energy through the medium of social networking, friends and status within their community. They also benefit in a Martian way from recognized achievements. They will become more energetic and develop more will power when they are earning more income.
If Mars is posited in Capricorn at birth, one will be wealthy (or fortunate), be endowed with happiness and pleasures, be wealthy, will have an excellent disposition, be famous, be an army chief or a king, will possess a good wife, be successful in war, will live in his own country, be independent, be a protector, be virtuous and will be interested in various procedures. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 19-20, Kalyana Varma
If Mars is located in Capricorn, the native has much wealth and many sons. He is either a king or one equal to a king in status. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 7, Varahamihira
Mars in Aquarius: Mars in Aquarius carries 11th and 10th house connotations. The roles are reversed from that of Mars in Capricorn. Mars, instead of deriving its energy from the 11th house connotations, it projects its energy into 11th house connotations such as societal status, making friends, social networking and earning income. Mars in Aquarius natives derive their energy and will power from responsibilities, the career and the actions they take each day. Also, from their power. Needless to say, Mars in Aquarius are very social creatures. They will transform themselves through their social circle.
If Mars is posited in Aquarius at the time of one’s birth, he will be devoid of both affection and purity, will look like an old person, will die a bad death, will have spite, jealousy, untruthful disposition, afflicted speech and lost wealth, will be ugly, will have (abundant) hair on the body, will lose money in gambling, will be unsightly, will have miserable profession, be fond of liquor and be unfortunate. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 21-22, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies Aquarius the native is afflicted with troubles. Is poor, wanders, engages in lies and is fierce. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 7, Varahamihira
Mars in Pisces: Mars in Pisces natives have 12th and 9th house connotations in addition to the natural proclivities of Pisces. A Mars in Pisces person will transform themselves through exploring the subconscious and altered states of consciousness. They will project their personal power and energy into exploring dreams, hidden realms and the negation of the ego. The native will derive his will power and energy through philosophy and/or religion, inspirational teaching, higher knowledge, travel and through spiritual mentors.
Should Mars be in Pisces at eh time of one’s birth, the person will be troubled by diseases, will have indifferent children, will live in foreign countries, be insulted by his own relatives, will lose all his wealth by his cunning an cheating disposition, will be depressed in spirits, be very miserable, will disrespect elders and Brahmins, be unkind, will conceive (other’s) desires, be fond of praises and be famous. – Saravali, Chapter 25, verse 23-24, Kalyana Varma
If Mars occupies Sagittarius or Pisces, the native has many enemies. Is a minister to the king (Government). Is famous, fearless and with very few sons. – Brihat Jataka, Chapter 18, verse 7, Varahamihira
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