The drekkana is the sign divided into three, together with its lords. The first is known by its own lord, the middle is declared by the friend, and the last by the enemy planet — these three are the dreshkanas. Their effect should be considered, for they give results in the dasha.
Verse 2 — Moon in middle portion of a Rasi
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.2 : Moon in middle portion of a Rasi ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 2
Moon in the middle of any sign has medium strength. The native will have balanced emotional nature and moderate mental stability. Middle positions provide equilibrium in lunar influences.
Verse 3 — Moon in last part of a Rasi
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.3 : Moon in last part of a Rasi ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 3
Moon at the end of any sign is strong. The native will experience enhanced emotional strength, mental power, and intuitive abilities. Late sign positions maximize the Moon's nurturing influence.
Verse 4 — Full Moon strong in all signs
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.4 : Full Moon strong in all signs ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 4
Full Moon (Purnima) is strong in all signs. The native born during full moon will have maximum lunar strength, emotional balance, and mental clarity. Full moon births indicate enhanced intuition and nurturing qualities.
Verse 5 — Full Moon not in Sandhis, strong, aspected by planets
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.5 : Full Moon not in Sandhis, strong, aspected by planets ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 5
Full Moon not occupying any Sandhis (junctions) and aspected by other planets makes the native a king. The native will achieve royal status, leadership, and great success. This combination indicates supreme lunar strength and regal destiny.
Verse 6 — Mars in enemy's house
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.6 : Mars in enemy's house ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 6
Mars in enemy's house gains strength. The native will exhibit enhanced martial qualities, courage, and competitive spirit. Enemy houses paradoxically strengthen Mars through challenge and opposition.
Verse 7 — Mars in 7th house being Cancer or Scorpio
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.8 : Mars in 7th house being Cancer or Scorpio ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 8
Mars in 7th house in Cancer or Scorpio gains strength. The native will have strong partnerships, martial relationships, and competitive marriage. This position enhances relationship dynamics and partnership success.
Verse 8 — Mars in 10th house being first half of Capricorn or Gemini
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.9 : Mars in 10th house being first half of Capricorn or Gemini ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 9
Mars in 10th house in first half of Capricorn or Gemini gains strength. The native will achieve great career success, leadership in profession, and recognition. This position enhances professional achievements and authority.
Verse 9 — Mars in 4th house being second half of Sagittarius
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.10 : Mars in 4th house being second half of Sagittarius ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 10
Mars in 4th house in second half of Sagittarius gains strength. The native will have strong foundations, property success, and emotional stability. This position enhances home life and material security.
Verse 10 — Mars in 9th house being own or mulatrikona house
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.11 : Mars in 9th house being own or mulatrikona house ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 11
Mars in 9th house in own sign (Aries/Scorpio) or Moolatrikona gains strength. The native will have strong fortune, spiritual inclination, and higher learning. This position enhances wisdom and life purpose.
Verse 11 — Mars in 7th in Cancer (sign of fall)
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.12 : Mars in 7th in Cancer (sign of fall) ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 12
Mars in 7th house in Cancer (his fall sign) is good for Capricorn Lagna natives. The native will have beautiful and chaste wife, joining with Saturn brings blessings. This debilitation position paradoxically brings positive relationship results.
Verse 12 — Mercury past the combustion belt
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.13 : Mercury past the combustion belt ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 13
Mercury beyond the Sun's combustion zone regains strength. The native will recover mercurial qualities, intelligence, and communication skills. Post-combustion Mercury indicates renewed mental clarity and business success.
Verse 13 — Mercury in Dhanus, Virgo, or Gemini
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.14 : Mercury in Dhanus, Virgo, or Gemini ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 14
Mercury in Sagittarius, Virgo, or Gemini gains strength. The native will exhibit enhanced intelligence, communication skills, and versatility. These signs are highly favorable for Mercury's intellectual and communicative nature.
Verse 14 — Mercury by day and night
Drekkana & Decanate Influences 15.15 : Mercury by day and night ॥
horasara adhyaya 15 sloka 15
Mercury is strong both during day and night. The native will have consistent mental strength, adaptability, and intellectual capabilities. Mercury's strength is not affected by time of day.