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Durudhara Yoga · Lunar Yoga

Durudhara (Mangal/Guru) Yoga

दुरुधरा (मंगल/गुरु) योग
2nd & 12th from Moon. Mars & Jupiter
Classical Reference
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Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Chapter 38, Sloka 52-53 (paraphrased):
When Mars and Jupiter occupy the 2nd and 12th houses from the Moon (in either order), the native becomes renowned, wealthy, easily angered, generally contented, protector of his dear ones, harassed by his opponents, and an accumulator of fortune earned through his own efforts.
Definition
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Mars (Mangala) and Jupiter (Guru) occupy the 2nd and 12th houses from the Moon (in either order).- One of these planets is in the 2nd house from Moon.- The other planet is in the 12th house from Moon.- The Sun is excluded from this yoga.- The 2nd and 12th houses are counted from the Moon's sign (not from Lagna).
Understanding the Pattern
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Mars in either 2nd or 12th from Moon
Jupiter in the other house (2nd or 12th from Moon)
Both houses (2nd and 12th from Moon) are occupied
Planets should ideally be strong (not debilitated, not combust) for full effects
Moon should ideally be strong (waxing, not debilitated)
Effects
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1Renowned (famous, well-known, widely respected)
2Wealthy (rich, prosperous)
3Easily angered (quick-tempered, gets angry fast)
4Generally contented (mostly satisfied, peaceful, not overly anxious)
5Protector of his dear ones (defends family, friends, and loved ones)
6Harassed by his opponents (troubled by enemies, rivals, or competitors)
7Accumulator of fortune earned through his own efforts (self-made wealth, independent earner)
Example Chart
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ExampleExample 1 (Mars in 2nd from Moon, Jupiter in 12th from Moon):Moon: Aries (Mesh)2nd house from Moon (Taurus – Vrishabha): Mars12th house from Moon (Pisces – Meena): Jupiter→ Durudhara (Mangal/Guru) YogaExample 2 (Jupiter in 2nd from Moon, Mars in 12th from Moon):Moon: Aries (Mesh)2nd house from Moon (Taurus – Vrishabha): Jupiter12th house from Moon (Pisces – Meena): Mars→ Durudhara (Mangal/Guru) Yoga (same effects)→ Durudhara (Mangal/Guru) Yoga is fully formed.
Important Notes
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Why Mars and Jupiter together give these effects?- 2nd house represents wealth, speech, family, and accumulated resources- 12th house represents hidden strengths, past merits, and gains from behind
Jupiter is the most benefic planet – gives wisdom, virtue, expansion, and renown
Mars gives courage, aggression, and protectiveness
Their combination creates a renowned, wealthy, but hot-tempered protectorWhy "Renowned and wealthy"?- 2nd house (wealth) + 12th house (past merits) = immense prosperity
Jupiter brings fame and recognition
The native is both famous and wealthyWhy "Easily angered"?
Mars is the planet of anger, aggression, and quick temper
Jupiter normally moderates anger, but Mars' influence remains strong
The native has a quick temper but not necessarily maliciousWhy "Generally contented"?
Jupiter brings contentment, wisdom, and a philosophical outlook
Despite Mars' aggression, Jupiter's influence keeps the native mostly contentWhy "Protector of his dear ones"?
Mars gives courage, strength, and a protective instinct- 2nd house represents family and dear ones
The native fiercely protects their loved onesWhy "Harassed by his opponents"?
Mars naturally creates enemies due to aggression- 12th house is the house of hidden enemies and losses
The native may face constant harassment from opponentsWhy "Accumulator of fortune earned through own efforts"?- 2nd house represents self-earned wealth through one's own efforts
Mars gives the energy and drive to work hard
Jupiter ensures that the efforts bear fruit
The native is a self-made wealthy person
Important Notes
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FactorEffect
Mars or Jupiter debilitatedLose strength
Mars or Jupiter combust (within 11° of Sun)Weak
Moon waning (Krishna Paksha)Reduces mental strength
Moon debilitated (Scorpio)Weak
Malefic aspect on both housesIncreases negativity
Comparison. Other Yogas
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AspectDurudhara (Mangal/Buddh)Durudhara (Mangal/Guru)
PlanetsMars + MercuryMars + Jupiter
TruthfulnessUntruthfulNot specified
WealthRichWealthy
Fame–Renowned
Temper–Easily angered
Contentment–Generally contented
Protection–Protector of dear ones
Enemies–Harassed by opponents
Wealth source–Own efforts (self-made)
Summary
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Durudhara (Mangal/Guru) Yoga – with Mars and Jupiter occupying the 2nd and 12th houses from the Moon (in either order) – makes the person renowned and wealthy, easily angered, generally contented, protector of his dear ones, harassed by his opponents, and an accumulator of fortune earned through his own efforts.
Quick Reference
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Fame
Renowned
Wealth
Wealthy
Temper
Easily angered
Mental state
Generally contented
Nature
Protector of dear ones
Enemies
Harassed by opponents
Wealth source
Accumulator of fortune through own efforts
Planets
Mars (Mangal) + Jupiter (Guru) in 2nd & 12th from Moon
Yoga type
Durudhara (Mars-Jupiter variety – mixed auspicious/inauspicious effects)
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