Adhipati Sutra — Lagna Lord in Prashna
Adhipati Sutra examines the placement and strength of the Lagna lord — the ruling planet of the question.
How to read it
- Strong Lagna lord = question carries momentum.
- Lagna lord in Kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) = supports the matter.
- Lagna lord combust or in Dusthana (6, 8, 12) = obstacles.
What strengthens it
- Lagna lord aspected by benefics = positive direction.
Practical example
- Combine all five sutras for the consensus reading.
- No single sutra alone is decisive.
- Use the Five Sutras tool below for automated analysis.
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ReadFurther Reading
Authoritative external sources for deeper study of the concepts in this post.