Which Planet Represents Which Relationship?
Karakas (significators) are planets that naturally represent specific people and relationships in a Vedic birth chart. This reference table covers both the traditional Parashari Sthira Karakas and the Jaimini Chara Karakas.
Sthira Karakas — Fixed Planetary Significators
In the Parashari tradition (as described in classical texts such as Brihat Parasara Hora Shastra), these planets permanently signify the relationships listed. Planet placement, dignity, and house overlays modify the expression.
| Planet | Primary Relationship |
|---|---|
| Sunसूर्य | FatherPrimary natural karaka for father and authority. |
| Moonचंद्र | MotherPrimary natural karaka for mother and emotional bonds. |
| Marsमंगल | Younger siblings · Co-borns · Husband (for women in some traditions)In some classical texts Mars also indicates the husband's vitality and protective role. |
| Mercuryबुध | Maternal uncle · Friends · Business associates |
| Jupiterगुरु | Husband (for women) · Guru / teacher · Children · Elder brothersJupiter is the primary karaka for the husband in a woman's chart and for progeny in general. |
| Venusशुक्र | Wife / Spouse (for men) · Feminine partnerPrimary karaka for the spouse in a man's chart; also indicates partnership and love. |
| Saturnशनि | Servants · Subordinates · Elders · Paternal uncle |
| Rahuराहु | Paternal grandfather · Maternal grandmother |
| Ketuकेतु | Maternal grandfather · Paternal grandmother |
Source: Classical Jyotish tradition. Specific attributions vary slightly between texts and schools; the above reflects common Parashari consensus.
Jaimini Chara Karakas — Personalised Significators
The Jaimini system assigns roles to planets based on their degree within any sign — highest degree to lowest. Because the assignment changes with each birth chart, these are called “Chara” (moveable) Karakas. The Atmakaraka (highest-degree planet) is particularly important for soul-level analysis.
| Rank | Karaka Name | Short | Signifies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atmakaraka | AK | The soul; the planet most like your core self and karmic lesson |
| 2 | Amatyakaraka | AmK | Career and advisors; minister of the soul |
| 3 | Bhratrikaraka | BK | Siblings and courage |
| 4 | Matrikaraka | MK | Mother and mind |
| 5 | Pitrikaraka | PiK | Father and fortune |
| 6 | Putrakaraka | PK | Children and creativity |
| 7 | Gnatikaraka | GK | Obstacles, enemies, disease, and competitions |
| 8 | Darakaraka | DK | Spouse and partnerships |
Source: Jaimini Sutras (classical Vedic astrological text). The 8-karaka system (including Matrikaraka) is used here; some practitioners use the 7-karaka system, merging the 5th and 6th slots.
Jupiter as Husband Karaka — Key Placements
Jupiter in Leo — Husband Karaka
For a woman's chart, Jupiter placed in Leo traditionally indicates a husband associated with confidence, authority, and leadership. Leo is a royal, Sun-ruled sign; combined with Jupiter's expansive nature, this placement is often linked to a charismatic or prominent partner. The navamsa (D9) chart refines the exact expression.
Jupiter in 10th House — Husband Karaka
Jupiter in the 10th house (career and status) placed as the husband karaka can indicate a spouse known for professional achievement or public standing. As an upachaya (growing) house, the 10th can also delay marriage while strengthening the eventual partner's social reputation. The 7th house and its lord together complete the picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which planet represents the husband in a woman's birth chart?
Jupiter (Guru) is the primary natural karaka (significator) for the husband in a woman's chart. Mars also plays a secondary role, representing the husband's energy and protective qualities. The 7th house lord and planets in the 7th house further shape marital themes. Jaimini astrology assigns Darakaraka (the planet with the lowest degree) as the personal karaka for the spouse.
Which planet represents the wife in a man's birth chart?
Venus (Shukra) is the primary karaka for the wife in a man's chart. The 7th house and its lord, along with Venus's sign, dignity, and aspects, collectively indicate the nature of the spouse and the marriage.
Mars represents which relationship?
Mars (Mangal) signifies younger siblings and co-borns in the traditional Parashari system. In a woman's chart, Mars additionally indicates the husband's courage, vitality, and protective nature. Mars also represents property, land, and competitive energy.
Jupiter represents which relationship?
Jupiter (Guru) represents the husband (primarily for women), guru or teacher, children, elder brothers, and sacred knowledge. Jupiter is also the prime karaka for children (Putra Karaka) for both male and female charts.
What is a Chara Karaka in Jaimini astrology?
Jaimini astrology uses 'Chara' (moveable) Karakas — seven or eight planets assigned roles based on their degree in the birth chart, highest to lowest. The planet at the highest degree is the Atmakaraka (soul significator), the second is the Amatyakaraka (career), and so on down to the Darakaraka (spouse). This system personalises the karaka to your chart rather than using fixed planetary rulerships.
What is 'Jupiter in Leo for the husband'?
When Jupiter (the husband karaka for women) is placed in Leo in the natal chart, traditional interpretation suggests a husband who is dignified, authoritative, and leadership-oriented — Leo being a royal, Sun-ruled sign. The 7th house lord and the Darakaraka in Jaimini further refine this picture. Jupiter in Leo is particularly significant in the navamsa (D9 chart) for marital qualities.
What does 'Jupiter in 10th house' mean for the husband?
Jupiter in the 10th house places the husband karaka in the house of career and status. Traditionally, this can indicate a husband associated with professional achievement, authority, or public recognition. In some interpretations it may also delay marriage, as Jupiter's natural expansiveness sometimes defers partnerships when placed in an upachaya (growing) house.
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