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DURYOGA-Phal Deepika
PHAL DEEPIKA
शरीरप्रयासैः कृतं कर्म यत्तत् व्रजेन्निष्फ लत्वं लघुत्वं जनेषु ।
जनद्रोहकारी स्वकुक्षिभरिः स्यात् अजस्त्रं प्रवासी च दुर्योगजातः ।। ६७ ।।
DURYOGA
Duryoga is formed when 10th house is ill-disposed due to movement of its lord to evil houses and the occupation by or asso-ciation of evil planets with the 10th house. The 10th house is the house of Karma (actions) and its destruction would cause inaction. An inactive person would not succeed in any venture nor shall he be liked by any one. He would; therefore, become selfish and shall always regale with the ideas of achieving his own goals. He would resort to any means and shall not mind even cheating public to meet his objectives. He can be a traitor as well. Even if he takes up some noble job his inactivity would result in non-performance and non-production of results. He would be away from home because the 10th house denotes hills, mountains, sky etc. also that is desolute and distant places. He loses respect in the eyes of public due to his bad Karmas and lives an insignificant life.
Understanding Duryoga – The Destruction of the 10th House
Duryoga is an astrological condition that arises when the 10th house, which governs karma, profession, social status, and public reputation, is severely afflicted. This affliction occurs primarily due to two reasons: the 10th lord moving into an evil house (Dusthana: 6th, 8th, or 12th house) and the presence or influence of malefic planets in the 10th house through conjunction, aspect, or association. Since the 10th house represents action and professional success, its destruction leads to inaction, dishonor, and unethical behavior, significantly affecting an individual’s career and moral standing.
One of the most immediate effects of Duryoga is inaction and lack of initiative. The 10th house represents karma (action), and when it is afflicted, the native struggles with motivation, becomes inefficient, and fails to take responsibility. This results in laziness, a lack of drive, and missed opportunities, ultimately leading to repeated failures in professional ventures. Furthermore, the affliction of the 10th house causes selfishness and moral decline. Without a clear direction or sense of purpose, the individual prioritizes personal gain over ethics and morality. In many cases, such a person resorts to manipulation, deceit, and exploitation of others to achieve their objectives.
A severely afflicted 10th house also weakens one’s moral character, fostering a tendency toward treachery and dishonesty. Since this house governs righteousness (Dharma) and duty, its destruction leads to untrustworthiness, making the native more likely to betray friends, colleagues, or even their country. Engaging in unethical activities or fraud becomes a common pattern. Ironically, even if the individual chooses a noble profession such as law, medicine, or teaching, the affliction of the 10th house ensures failure due to inefficiency, negligence, or lack of discipline. The inability to meet professional responsibilities results in non-performance and career downfall.
Another significant effect of Duryoga is separation from the homeland. Since the 10th house signifies places far from home, such as mountains, hills, the sky, and isolated locations, its weakness often leads to migration, exile, or forced relocation to unfavorable places. This could manifest as a professional transfer to undesirable locations or even complete social isolation. Additionally, a weak or afflicted 10th house results in loss of public respect and insignificance. A strong 10th house grants authority, power, and social honor, but when afflicted, it brings disgrace, scandals, and rejection. The native struggles to gain recognition, faces criticism, and remains insignificant in society due to their unethical actions and failures.
Duryoga is one of the most destructive astrological conditions because the 10th house serves as a pillar of the horoscope. Its affliction leads to professional failure, moral corruption, and social disgrace. The native fails to act responsibly, lacks productivity, and becomes self-centered in the pursuit of personal goals. Moreover, unfavorable planetary influences may force them to live far from home under undesirable conditions. Their bad karmas result in loss of respect, making them insignificant and unworthy in the eyes of society. Thus, Duryoga is not just a hindrance to career success but a deeply damaging yoga that affects all aspects of life, making existence extremely challenging and devoid of honor.
