Hamsa Yoga
हंस योग
Jupiter in its own or exalted sign in a kendra. The wisdom-and-virtue Mahapurusha yoga — gives moral authority, teaching ability, and respected status.
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How Hamsa Yoga is formed
Jupiter must be in Sagittarius, Pisces, or Cancer (own or exaltation sign) and occupy a kendra from the Ascendant or Moon.
Effects when Hamsa Yoga is present
Hamsa natives are widely regarded as honourable. They tend toward teaching, law, religious / philosophical leadership, medicine, and advisory roles. Marriage usually goes well — the partner respects them. Children, when they come, tend to do well. There is often a religious or philosophical bent that develops with age.
- Moral authority — people seek their counsel
- Strong marriage and family life
- Teaching, law, medicine, religious leadership
- Wealth that comes through respected means, not hustle
Classical reference
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra (Ch. 36) — Hamsa is one of the five Mahapurusha yogas. Phaladeepika echoes the same conditions.
Frequently asked questions about Hamsa Yoga
Is Jupiter in Cancer in the 4th house Hamsa Yoga?
Yes — Cancer is Jupiter's exaltation sign and the 4th is a kendra. Strong Hamsa Yoga in fact, because the 4th amplifies home and contentment themes that Jupiter naturally rules.
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