Effect of Mahadasha and Antardasha in Astrology

Understanding the effects of Mahadasha (major period) and Antardasha (sub-period) is essential in Vedic astrology. This is not just about knowing the periods but interpreting their outcomes, which can be complex. Here’s a detailed explanation of how Mahadasha and Antardasha influence an individual’s life:

Key Points in Analyzing Mahadasha and Antardasha:
Complexity of Interpretation:

• Mahadasha is the main period ruled by one planet, while Antardasha is a sub-period ruled by another planet.
• The interaction of these periods creates unique results, similar to how mixing honey and ghee, both beneficial on their own, can produce a toxic substance.

Duration and Influence:

• Mahadasha periods are long, but their effects vary throughout.
• Divide the zodiac sign of the Mahadasha lord into three parts (Dreshkana). Each part influences a specific portion of the Mahadasha.

Dasha Interpretation Rules:

• A planet in Vargottama (same sign in the birth chart and navamsa chart) generally gives favorable results during its Dasha and Antardasha.
• A Vargottama planet in its debilitation sign gives mixed results.
• Lords of the 6th, 8th, and 12th houses give unfavorable results during their periods.
• Planets in the 6th, 8th, and 12th houses give negative results during their own Mahadasha and when the lord of these houses runs the Antardasha.

Specific Planetary Combinations:

• Malefic planets’ Mahadasha with the Antardasha of the 3rd, 5th, and 7th house lords from the birth star give negative results.
• The Mahadasha of malefic planets combined with the Antardasha of the birth sign lord also gives unfavorable results.
• The Antardasha of malefic planets during the Dasha of the 8th house lord from the birth sign causes hardships.

Special Cases:
The Mahadasha of Saturn in the 4th house, Mars and Rahu in the 5th house, and Jupiter in the 6th house is particularly troublesome.

• Planets positioned at the end degrees of a sign in their Dasha or Antardasha bring adverse effects.
• Planets in exaltation but debilitated in navamsa give negative results.
• Debilitated planets but exalted in navamsa give positive results during their periods.
• A planet's Mahadasha combined with the Antardasha of an enemy planet causes many problems.
• The Antardasha lord in the 6th, 8th, or 12th house from the Mahadasha lord gives negative results.
• Rahu placed in the 3rd, 6th, 8th, or 11th house from the ascendant or in the 2nd or 8th house from the Moon is detrimental during its Dasha.
• Any association with Venus or Jupiter in these positions also brings negative results.
• A planet in its enemy sign causes obstacles during its Dasha.
• The Dasha of the 6th house lord brings diseases and other misfortunes.
• The Dasha of a combust planet gives multiple negative results.
• The Dasha of a retrograde planet results in foreign travel, diseases, loss of wealth, and honor.
• The Dasha of a malefic planet combined with Rahu or Ketu is particularly challenging.
• The Dasha of the 8th house lord brings severe difficulties and even the possibility of death.
• A debilitated Moon and a malefic Mercury give negative results.
• The ascendant lord in its own Dasha brings very positive results if it is well-placed in divisional charts.
• The Dasha of the 6th, 8th, or 12th house lord from the sign or house lord in the birth chart (Kundli) destroys the results of the house it signifies.
• Mutual Dasha and Antardasha of the 6th and 8th house lords always give negative results.
• A malefic planet’s Antardasha in a benefic planet’s Mahadasha initially brings sorrow followed by happiness.

Interpreting the effects of Mahadasha and Antardasha requires a thorough study of the planets, their positions, aspects, and associations. Consulting a knowledgeable astrologer like Sunil Tripathi can provide personalized and detailed insights, ensuring accurate predictions and remedies for any adverse effects.