The greatest challenge of the 21st century is choosing the right field of study to ensure success in one’s chosen occupation, especially given the rising unemployment rates in our country. Often, parents pressure their children to pursue subjects they believe are most suitable. In this context, astrology can provide valuable insights to help identify the right subjects and career paths for success in today’s competitive environment. The main reason, often because of pressure from parents to pick a certain subject, is that most people don’t enjoy their work; they do it just to make money. Let’s explore the combinations for becoming a successful lawyer according to Indian astrology.
The combination of Mercury (intelligence, cleverness, and communication) and Mars (logic), involving the 5th house (education by choice) or its lord with the 6th house (litigation) or its lord in both the Rashi Chart and Navamsa Chart, indicates a strong inclination to study law. This combination also forms Kapat Yoga, which translates to "deceit" or "cheating" in English. Given the current context of our country, time, and situation, this yoga is particularly relevant for lawyers' charts.
Justice is often symbolized by scales, representing impartiality, and in astrology, the sign of Libra also represents scales. When the 5th Lord, the 5th House (Education by Choice), and the 10th House or its Lord (Occupation) are connected to the 6th House or its Lord (Litigation), as well as the sign of Libra and its ruling planet, Venus, it provides a indication for choosing the subject of law.
My Guru, Sh. K.N. Rao, teaches that Saturn represents the subject of law, while the renowned Maharashtrian astrologer, Sh. H.N. Katwe, associates Jupiter with Hindu Law and classical law. Consequently, the association of Saturn and Jupiter with the 5th or 10th house, or their lords, often indicates a profession in law, particularly as a lawyer or judge. The aspect of Jupiter on the 10th house or its lord typically indicates a profession related to teaching, preaching, or consultancy. In this context, a career as a lawyer can also fall within the realm of consultancy.
As per Shambhu Hora Prakash, having the 10th lord in the Navamsa of Mars can indicate a career as a consultant or lawyer. Additionally, when placed in the Navamsa of Mercury, it imparts cleverness, a crucial trait for success in the legal profession.
Key Principles for Becoming a Lawyer:
Connection of the 5th House and Lord with Mars (Logic) and Mercury (Intelligence): When the 5th House and its Lord are connected with Mars and Mercury, it indicates a solid foundation in logic and intellectual capacity—critical qualities for a successful legal career.
Influence of the 6th House or Lord (Litigation): The 6th House and its Lord, in connection with the 5th House or its Lord, play a vital role in legal matters, particularly those related to litigation, conflict resolution, and adversarial situations, all of which are central to the legal profession.
Saturn (Law) and Jupiter (Law) in Connection with the 5th House and 6th Lord/6th House: The alignment of Saturn and Jupiter, both planets associated with law, with the 5th House and its Lord or the 6th House, further strengthens an individual's aptitude and inclination towards a legal career.
Libra and Venus’ Influence: Libra, a sign symbolizing justice and balance, and its ruling planet Venus, when connected with the 5th House or its Lord, reinforce the individual’s affinity for fairness and the legal field.
5th Lord in the Navamsa of Mars: When the 5th House Lord is placed in the Navamsa of Mars, it suggests a strong inclination toward logic, strategy, and conflict resolution—key attributes for a legal career.
Jupiter’s Aspect on the 10th House or Lord: Jupiter, the planet of wisdom, consultancy, law, and ethics, aspecting the 10th House or its Lord, emphasizes career success and indicates a strong potential path in law.
Application to the 10th House and Lord: The same principles outlined above apply to the 10th House and its Lord, highlighting a career in law when these connections are present.
Let’s test these principles using the charts of renowned lawyers and judges. All charts are sourced from Astrodatabank with AA rating, as well as from my own collection.
Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton, the prominent U.S. Democrat, has her 5th lord, Mercury, positioned in the 6th house (litigation) in Libra (representing justice), where its sign lord is Venus. Mars[Logic] is aspecting the 5th Lord Mercury. Notably, Libra is in the 5th house of the Navamsa. Saturn, as the 9th lord (the 5th from the 5th house), is under the aspect of Jupiter. In the Navamsa, Saturn is located in the 10th house, also under the aspect of Jupiter, which perfectly justifies her profession as a lawyer.
Samuel Anthony Alito
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Samuel Anthony Alito is an American jurist serving as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. In his chart, Saturn is located in the 9th house, under the aspect of Jupiter, with Venus sign Lord of Libra . Additionally, Venus, the 6th lord (representing litigation), further emphasizes his connection to the legal field. Moreover, the 5th lord, Mars [Logic], is in the 10th house, under the mutual aspect of the 10th lord, Mercury[Intelligence] . Notably, in the Navamsa, Libra is positioned in the 5th house, accompanied by its sign lord, Venus, and Saturn, further emphasizing his connection to the field of law.
Wenche Elizabeth Arntzen
Wenche Elizabeth Arntzen is a Norwegian lawyer and judge. In her chart, the 5th lord, Mercury (representing intelligence), is combined with Mars (representing logic) and the 6th lord[Libra], Venus, along with the lord of Libra (symbolizing justice). Additionally, Saturn (representing law) in the 8th house aspects the 5th house, reinforcing her connection to the legal profession. Jupiter, from the 6th house (Libra), also aspects the 10th house, indicating a potential for consultancy. In Navmansa 5th Lord Mars is again under the aspect of Mercury[Intelligence] and Saturn [Law].
Michael John Avenatti
Michael John Avenatti is an American former attorney. In his chart, the 5th lord, Saturn, aspects the 5th house and also serves as the 6th lord (representing litigation). In the Navamsa (D-9), the 5th lord Saturn is in Libra (symbolizing justice), accompanied by Jupiter (representing law), while Saturn (also representing law) continues to act as the 6th lord in the D-9 chart.
Espen Bergh is a Norwegian judge
Espen Bergh is a Norwegian judge. In his chart, the 5th lord, Saturn (representing law), is conjunct the 6th lord, Jupiter[Law], in the 4th house, and they aspect the 10th house. In the Navamsa (D-9), the 5th lord, Jupiter, is in the 6th house (representing litigation) under the aspect of Saturn (also representing law), perfectly justifying his career.
Stephen Gerald Breyer
Stephen Gerald Breyer is an American lawyer and jurist who served as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1994 until his retirement in 2022. In his chart, the 5th lord, Jupiter[Law], is in Aquarius, while the 7th lord, Saturn[Law], is in Pisces, with both planets in mutual exchange. Both planets represent law, and Saturn also serves as the 6th lord (representing litigation), aspecting the 5th house under the influence of Venus, the sign lord of Libra (symbolizing justice). In the Navamsa (D-9), the 5th lord is again Jupiter, under the aspect of Saturn and Venus (Libra).
Alan Morton Dershowitz
Alan Morton Dershowitz is an American lawyer and law professor known for his work in U.S. constitutional law and American criminal law. In his chart, the 5th lord, Mercury, is conjunct with Mars and is under the aspect of Jupiter from the 10th house. Jupiter is in mutual exchange with Saturn in the 11th house, which means Jupiter in the 10th house (representing consultancy) and Saturn (representing law) aspect the 5th house. In the Navamsa (D-9), Libra (symbolizing justice) is positioned in the 5th house alongside Venus and Jupiter (representing law).
Raquel Teixeira Lyra Lucena
Raquel Teixeira Lyra Lucena is a Brazilian lawyer, politician, and the current governor of Pernambuco since 2023. In her chart, the 5th lord, Mars, is conjunct with Mercury and aspects the 6th house of litigation under the influence of Jupiter (representing law). In the Navamsa (D-9), Libra (symbolizing justice) is positioned in the 5th house, receiving the aspect of Mars (representing logic), the 6th lord (litigation), along with Venus (the sign lord of Libra) and Mercury (representing intelligence) in 9th House. Mercury is in a sign exchange with Saturn, indicating that Saturn (representing law) is indirectly connected to Mercury, the 5th house lord, located in the 9th house. Furthermore, the 9th house features a conjunction of Venus and Mercury, with Venus serving as the sign lord of Libra.
Clarence Thomas
Clarence Thomas is an American lawyer and jurist who serves as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. In his chart, the 5th lord, Venus, is in the 6th house (representing litigation) alongside the 6th lord, Mercury (representing intelligence). Jupiter (representing law) aspects the 5th house. In the Navamsa (D-9), the 5th lord, Venus, is in the lagna and is also the sign lord of Libra (symbolizing justice). Jupiter[Law] aspects the 9th House 5th from 5th house and Mars (representing logic) also aspects the 5th house, perfectly justifying his occupation.
Antonin Gregory Scalia
Antonin Gregory Scalia was an American jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1986 until his death in 2016. In his chart, the 5th lord, Saturn (representing law), is located in the 5th house alongside Venus, the sign lord of Libra (symbolizing justice), and Mercury (representing intelligence). In the Navamsa (D-9), Saturn is with the 5th lord, Jupiter (representing law), in the 6th house of litigation, under the aspect of Venus from Libra (representing justice). Additionally, Jupiter aspects the 10th house in the D-9, hinting at a potential for consultancy.
Ram Boolchand Jethmalani
Ram Boolchand Jethmalani was a renowned Indian lawyer and politician, with a chart created from data provided by my esteemed Guru, Sh. K.N. Rao.
His 5th Lord, Jupiter, is conjunct with the 9th Lord, Moon, in the sign of Libra (representing Justice), and they aspect the 6th House (litigation). Saturn (Law), Mars (Logic), and Mercury (Intelligence) also aspect the 5th House. In the Navamsa chart, the 5th Lord, Jupiter, resides in the 6th House (litigation) and aspects the 10th House. Saturn and Mars in the 10th House of the D-9 chart, under the aspect of Jupiter, perfectly justify his occupation as a lawyer.
Let me share the example of Alexandre de Moraes, who is currently serving as a justice on the Supreme Federal Court of Brazil, based on data from Astro Databank with an AA rating.
Alexandre de Moraes
In his birth chart, the 5th lord, Mars, is positioned in the 10th house, accompanied by Ketu, Jupiter, and the Moon, with Saturn[Law] in the 4th house casting an aspect. Jupiter is also in a sign exchange with Mercury, connecting Mercury (representing intelligence) indirectly with Mars (representing logic), which hints at a connection to law. Furthermore, Jupiter (representing law) is conjunct Mars, the 5th lord (indicating education by choice), under the aspect of Saturn (which also represents law), further reinforcing the theme of law as his chosen field.
In the Navamsa chart, the 5th lord Jupiter (representing law) is placed in the 6th house of litigation, under the aspect of Saturn (law), and is conjunct Venus (lord of Libra), Mercury, and Ketu. The exchange between Mercury (intelligence) and Mars (logic) strengthens the law theme, aligning with his educational background.
Observation: In all the charts, the 5th house or its lord—whether in the Rashi Chart or Navamsa Chart—is either in Libra, which represents justice, is influenced by Venus from Libra, or is conjunct Venus, the ruler of Libra.
Written and Researched by Sunil Dutt
Published in Express Star Teller February 2025
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