Saturn returns to Zodiacal sign Capricorn after 30 years

Transit of Saturn A celestial event of great astrological significance

■ A rise in income for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Sagittarius and Pisces Ascendants

■ Career success for Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius and Capricorn Ascendants

■ Political power and authority for Aries and Capricorn Ascendants

Amajor celestial event of much astrological significance will occur when Saturn enters the zodiacal sign of Capricorn, its own House, after about 30 years in its journey round the Sun, at 09. 56 hours (local time) on January 24, 2020.

SATURN’S TRANSITS

Leaving the Sagittarius sign, Saturn will begin transit in its own Capricorn sign until it enters Aquarius sign in its retrograde motion at07.56 hours on April 29, 2022. Saturn will return to Capricorn sign at 14. 20 hours on July 13, 2022 where it will remain until it moves over to the next zodiacal sign Aquarius which too it owns, at 18.20 hours on January 17, 2023.

SPECIAL ASPECTS OF SATURN

Saturn will command the special aspect over Pisces, Cancer and Libra which are the 3rd, 7th and 10th signs from Capricorn, during its transit in Capricorn.

END OF ERASHTAKA FOR SCORPIO NATIVES

Saturn’s exit from Sagittarius sign to enter Capricorn on January 24, this year will mark the end of the Shani Erashtaka for Scorpio Lagna and Moon sign natives and the onset of the second phase of the Erashtaka for Sagittarius Lagna and Moon sign natives.

Saturn’s transit in the Capricorn sign will produce very favourable results for Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn and Aquarius natives and mixed results for Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio Sagittarius and Pisces natives. Jupiter’s transit in his own sign of Sagittarius and in Capricorn during some durations up to November 20, 2021 will go a long way in countering the Saturn’s malefic impact on Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio and Sagittarius natives.

Now let us consider the impact of Saturn’s transit in Capricorn on the 12 ascendants.

Aries (Mesha): A rise in career,stable and secure growth of business and completion of pending tasks are ensured by Saturn being the lord of the 10th House while commanding special aspect over the 12th, 4th and 7th Houses. Natives can look forward to a position of authority and high recognition in the career. A rise in the salary or income in 2020 is assured. Natives in politics will gain power and authority. However, disputes and misunderstandings with the spouse and also business partners are indicated.

Taurus (Vrushabha): Saturn will be Swakshetra in the 9th House while owning the 10th House as well and also commanding the special aspect over the 3rd, 6th and 11th Houses. Saturn’s lordship over the 10thhouse brightens the career prospects. An increase in income, general prosperity, a rise in status, auspicious guidance of a mentor or a Guru, acquisition of property and gainful foreign travel are strongly indicated. Natives will overcome all obstacles and enemy machinations. Success at exams and contests are also in the offing.

Gemini (Mithuna):saturn will be in the 8th House while owning the 9th Houseas well commanding the special aspect over the 10th, 2nd and the 5th Houses. A rise in career or a new job is on the cards. An increase in wealth, a new source of income, a celebration in the family and gainful foreign travel are in store for the natives. Unforeseen wealth in the form of inheritances and high returns from investments are also indicated.

Cancer (Kataka):saturn will be in the 7th House commanding the special aspect over the 2nd, 6th and 9th Houses. A negative impact is strong for those passing through unfavourable Dasas.marital happiness, marital prospects, gains from foreign trade and gainful foreign travel are indicated for those running favourable Dasas. The delay in finding a life partner, heavy expenses, falling into debt, troubles from enemies and rivals are also likely for those passing through unfavourable Dasas. Health problems also may trouble the natives.

Leo (Simha): Saturn will be in the 6th House commanding the special aspect over 8th, 12th and 3rd houses. Victory over enemies and rivals, success at exams and contests, a new job or a rise in career and financial gains are indicated. There would be relief for those facing legal issues and disputes. Travel abroad to take up a new job is on the cards. However, those running unfavourable Dasas may face healthrelated problems. Natives are advised to pay greater attention to health and safety.

Virgo (Kanya):saturn which will be in the 5th House commanding the special aspect over 7th, 11th and 2nd Houses will produce favourable results. Natives can look forward to positive developments in all sectors in life. An increase in income, new sources of income, recognition and honours for those engaged in the fields of arts and science are on the cards. Marital

prospects are bright for bachelors and maidens, but they should be careful in choosing a partner. Times ahead are favourable for teachers, freelance workers, investors, bankers and public servants.

Libra (Thula):saturn which will be in the 4th House commanding special aspect over 6th, 10th and 1st House will produce positive results relating to property, wealth and finance. Times ahead will be favourable for investments, health and the general well-being. Safety and security while travelling are assured. Success in educational pursuits and enhanced living comforts are in the offing. An opportunity for a foreign job will arise by mid-2020.

Scorpio (Vrushika): saturn will be in the 3rd House commanding special aspect over the 5th, 9th and 2nd Houses. Positive developments relating to career are indicated. Opportunities may arise for making long term fruitful investments. Natives will be in a position to accomplish challenging tasks. Long journeys, foreign travel and change of residence are possibilities. Favourable results await those passing through the Dasas of Jupiter and Moon.

Sagittarius (Dhanu): Saturn will be in the 2nd House commanding special aspect over 4th, 8th and 11th Houses. Lagnadhipati Jupiter now in your Lagna will transit in ituntil November 20, 2020 except for a brief duration in Capricorn acting as a bulwark against any malefic influence. Rise in social status, an increase in wealth and property and stability in your financial situation are indicated. A rise in career and harmony and happiness in family life are assured. Health can become a cause for concern.

Capricorn (Makara):saturn will be in the 1st House commanding special aspect over 3rd, 7th, and the 10th Houses. Career success, gainful foreign travel, support and co-operation from the family and improvement in love relationships and marital prospects are strongly indicated. High political office commanding respect, power and authority is on the cards.

Aquarius (Kumbha): Saturn will be in the 12th House which too it owns with Moolatrikona strength, commanding special aspect over2nd, 6th and 9th Houses. A transfer to a new station or a new job, a rise in status, gain of wealth and love relationships are on the cards. Natives will feel a strong inclination to lead a simple, religious, spiritual and altruistic lifestyle. They are advised to become frugal-minded to avoid falling into debt. They are also required to have a check on those working for them.

Pisces (Meena):saturn will begin transit in the 11th House commanding the special aspect over the 1st, 4th and the 8th Houses. A sharp increase in income, business prosperity, gains from mining and agricultural pursuits, higher status and fame are indicated. If you have a Dhanayoga it will come to fruition. A love affair may fail to culminate in marriage. If you are passing through unfavourable Dasas, you are advised to pay greater attention to your health and safety.