Mars is a dry, red and fiery planet. Mars own signs are Aries(Mesha) and Scorpio(Vrischika). Masculine by nature it signifies energy, both constructive and destructive depending upon his position as Mars positive and Mars negative. If Sun and Mercury are placed together in one house, Mars would be positive but if Saturn and Sun are placed in one house Mars becomes negative. Mars in houses is friends are Jupiter, Moon and Sun, Enemy is Mercury and Venus and Saturn is neutral to Mars.
Mars Dosha (Mangal Dosha) is considered as one of the most powerful dosh in one’s horoscope as compared to others doshas, like Rahu-Ketu dosha, Putra dosha and Mangalya dosha. Mars dosha (Manglik Dosha) aberration plays a vital role in ones family-life, it should be analysed carefully, while matching marital compatibility. Presence of Mars in any of the following houses from the ascendant and from the moon sign ie. 2,4,7,8 and 12 causes Kuja dosha or Mars dosha (Mangal Dosha).
Mars is the signification of sex, brothers, land and property and rules over the animal instincts in man. A benefic Mars offers self confidence, sharp wit,faculty of argumentation and adventurous spirit, strong determination and qualities of leadership in all human pursuits. On the contrary, a weak andafflicted Mars makes the native lose temper quickly, fool hardy, quarrelsomeand brutal. Such a Mars makes the native a sexual pervert.
Mars in the 12 houses of astrology and how it affects your natal chart
Mars in the first house: If well placed it gives the person a youthful appearance, courage, and a strong willed and ambitious nature. There may also be a scar on the body part ruled by Mars. The person will be athletic and muscular; many police officers are found with a strong Mars in ascendant or 10th house. It gives the person great stamina and energy, and the ability to be very successful.
If afflicted it can give head injuries, mental break downs and a tendency to get into brawls. Unless Mars is strong or in its own sign it can affect longevity.It also affects matrimonial happiness.
Mars in the second house: If Mars in the 2nd House you are likely to exert your energy and initiative into business enterprises or other financial dealings in an active search for personal wealth. Capital is acquired through careful investment, sheer hard work and clever financial dealing.
Mars in the third house: When Mars be in the 3rd house at birth, the person concerned will be equipped with qualities, will be powerful, happy and brave. He will be not subdued by others. But he will be deprived of the happiness of brothers.
Mars in the fourth house: If Mars in the 4th House you are likely to exert your energy and initiative within the home and family. The desire for home and roots is strong – your very nature demands a secure home,children and devoted spouse. Much work will be carried out constantly to improve the home environment.
Mars in the fifth house: Mars in fifth house gives the inclination of taking risks in an individual. Such individuals have special interest in outdoor sports. Physique of such people is athletic. If Mars is present in this house in the Kundali of a woman, then it reduces the happiness related to children. The presence of Mars in the fifth house causes a person to be a part of people’s criticism. Such an individual has special affection for children.
Mars in the sixth house: It is a strong placement for Mars and gives success against ill wishers, good digestive abilities, unexpected financial gains, and fame.There may be some inflammatory infections and stress to maternal relatives. It gives gains from engineering and technology driven careers. If afflicted it can give death through surgery gone wrong, losses, unexpected trouble, hurts and losses through animals.
Mars in the seventh house: When Mars is in the 7th, the person born will indulge in undesirable actions,will be afflicted by diseases and will have a wife who will die prematurely.
Note — Mars in the 7th produces very strong Manglik Dosha. If the native is a man he loses his wife. If the native is a woman she becomes a widow. It is,however, widely believed that if both the husband and wife are Manglik, the Dosha gets cancelled. There is Manglik Dosha when Mars occupies the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th and 12th houses.
Mars in the eighth house: If Mars is in the 8th House, you are likely to exert your energy and initiative into the quest for personal success, self-knowledge and emotional security. Your energy is channeled through powerful, deep-seated but easily aroused emotions and a powerful sex-drive.
Mars in the ninth house: When Mars is in the house of fortune, then the person is open-minded. He lacks interest in married life. The person maintains a good character and is dutiful if he or she marries.His relationship with his father is full of ups and downs. He is able to complete all his tasks with his courage and valour.
Mars in the tenth house: If Mars be in the 10th house the person though cruel by nature will be charitable and will be like a king. He will be valiant and will be extolled even by great personalities.
Mars in the eleventh house: If Mars in the Eleventh House you are likely to exert your energy and initiative into friendships, social life and group activities. Friendship is of above-average importance, but this is a sphere of life where you will experience some rocky periods since the aggressive, argumentative side of Mars will tend to cause upsets between yourself and your friends.
Mars in the twelve house: This gives a difficult childhood, injuries and troubles to the body part indicated by the sign Mars is in. It makes the person intense, and prone to feeling unappreciated and thus depressed as a consequence. A badly placed Mars here can cause injury and bad reputation along with long hospitalization and legal troubles. Such people will be secretive, will have secret liaisons and will be loners most of the time.