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Astrology Lessons - Sagittarius Sign Significations (Dhanu Rashi)


The ninth sign of the zodiac is Sagittarius (Dhanu). Its ruler is the preceptor of the Devas, Jupiter (Guru). It is a Fire element sign and a Dual sign. This sign represents the "Thighs" of the Kalapurusha. Sagittarius natives are highly optimistic, honest, and possess deep devotion. Detailed information regarding Sagittarius is provided below.

1. Basic Details

Lord Jupiter (Guru)
Symbol Centaur with a Bow (Half horse, half human)
Element Fire
Nature Dual (Dvisvabhava), Cruel (Krura), Odd/Male
Nakshatras Moola (4 padas), Purvashada (4 padas), Uttarashada (1st pada)
Direction East

2. Sagittarius Significations

Sagittarius primarily signifies Dharma, higher education, travel, and justice. Let's look at its classifications:

Section Characteristics and Significations
Personality Honesty, bluntness (direct speech), optimism, desire for freedom, spiritual inclination, charity, striving for goals, and respect for tradition.
Physique & Health Body Parts: Thighs, hips, liver, and arteries.
Appearance: Long face, broad forehead, long nose, and an attractive look.
Health: Sciatica, pain in the thighs, liver problems (Jaundice), and obesity.
Places Courts, temples, colleges/universities, stables, armouries, forests, and pilgrimage sites.
Professions Teacher/Professor, Judge, Lawyer, Priest/Religious preacher, Athlete (Archery/Shooting), and Philosopher.

3. Special Features

  • Moolatrikona: For Jupiter, the zone from 0 to 10 degrees in Sagittarius is the Moolatrikona zone. The remaining portion is his own house.
  • Exaltation/Debilitation: No planet attains exaltation or debilitation in Sagittarius. It is a sign of purity and balanced wisdom.
  • Dharma Sign: As the 9th sign (Fortune/Dharma house) of the Kalapurusha wheel, these natives are committed to justice and righteousness.
  • Focus: Due to the bow and arrow symbol, they set a target and work continuously until it is achieved.

Analysis Tip

In a horoscope, if Sagittarius is strong, the individual lives with the "I See / I Understand" temperament. They are always striving to acquire knowledge and seek the truth.




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