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The Dark Influence of Mars’ Satellite – Dhoom
By Pandit Upendra Singh Bhadoriya
Each of the seven planets has its own satellite. These are: Kala, Paridhi, Kantaaka (Dhoom or Mrityu), Ardhyama, Yamaghantaka, Kodanda (Indrachapa), and Gulika. These satellites correspond to the planets from Sun to Saturn, respectively. Kala is the satellite of the Sun; Paridhi of the Moon; Kantaaka (Dhoom) of Mars; Ardhyama of Mercury; Yamaghantaka of Jupiter; Kodanda of Venus; and Gulika of Saturn. Path and Upaketu are the satellites of Rahu and Ketu respectively. These are divided into two groups: Gulikadi and Dhoomadi. This article discusses Dhoom—the satellite of Mars—as the first in the Dhoomadi group.
The calculation of satellites is based on the true position of the Sun and the day (weekday). The results differ depending on whether it is day or night. Each planet has one satellite, and in the birth chart, these satellites reside in different houses alongside the planets and give specific results. In order to understand the effects of these satellites, it is important to calculate their positions in the chart.
Calculating the Position of Dhoom (Mars’ Satellite)
The position of Dhoom in the birth chart is calculated based on the true zodiacal degree of the Sun.
Dhoom = Sun’s zodiacal degrees + 133°20′
Since one Nakshatra equals 13°20′, ten Nakshatras amount to 133°20′. If the sum exceeds 360°, subtract 360°.
Example:
Sun is at 14°50′ in Aquarius.
In zodiacal degrees: 300° (for Aquarius) + 14°50′ = 314°50′
Add 133°20′ → 314°50′ + 133°20′ = 448°10′
Since this exceeds 360°, subtract 360°:
448°10′ − 360° = 88°10′, which corresponds to Gemini 28°10′
Thus, Dhoom falls in Gemini at 28°10′.
Generally, Dhoom falls in the 5th house from the Sun, unless the Sun’s longitude exceeds 16°40′ in its sign—in that case, Dhoom moves to the 6th house.
Results of Dhoom in Various Houses
If Dhoom is in the Ascendant (1st house):
The native is valiant, with clear vision, arrogant, cruel, merciless, and always angry.
If the Ascendant is a water sign, there is danger of death by drowning.
शूरौ विमलनेत्रांशः सुस्तब्धो निर्घृणः खलः।
मूर्तिस्थे धूमसंप्राप्ते गाढ़रोषो नरः सदा ॥
2nd House:
The native is wealthy but unhealthy, physically impaired, mentally troubled due to authority, dull-witted, and possibly impotent. May stammer or be harsh in speech. Men may suffer from impotence or physical disability.
रोगी धनी तु हीनाङ्गो राज्यापहृतमानसः।
धूमे द्वितीये संप्राप्ते मन्दप्रज्ञो नपुंसक॥
3rd House:
The native is intelligent, courageous, generous, charming, sociable, and wealthy. Courageous, determined, and fearless in adversity. May become a leader but prone to anger and cruelty. Younger siblings may suffer from leg issues.
मतिमान् शौर्य संग्रहमे इष्टवित्तः प्रियंवदः।
धूमे सहजभावस्थे धनाढ्यो धनवान् भवेत्॥
4th House:
Separated from spouse, always mentally troubled despite material comforts, learned in all scriptures. Native may be a scholar, but may face marital discord. Ancestors are likely engaged in religious work.
कलत्राङ्गपरित्यक्तो नित्यं मनसि दुःखितः।
धूमे चतुर्थे सम्प्राप्ते सर्वशास्त्रार्थचिन्तकः।।
5th House:
Few children, poverty, arrogance, gluttony, and detached from friends. Lacks religious inclination, is irritable and stubborn.
स्वल्पापत्यो धनैर्हीनो धूमे पञ्चमसंस्थिते।
गुरुता सर्वभक्षं च सुहृन्मन्त्रविवर्जितः॥
6th House:
Strong, victorious over enemies, brilliant, famous, and free from disease. May be deceitful with family, prone to petty theft, and feared by wild animals. Wise and healthy but lacks maternal love. If conjunct Moon and aspected by Sun, married life suffers.
निर्धनः सततं कामी परदारेषु कोविदः ।
घूमे सप्तमगे जातो निस्तेजाः सर्वदा भवेत्॥
7th House:
Impoverished, lustful, inclined towards adultery, learned but lacks brilliance. May suffer dishonor or accusations. Prone to extramarital affairs. Low immunity, often ill. If placed with barren signs or malefic planets, marriage may be delayed or with unsuitable partners.
विक्रमेण परित्यक्तः सोत्साहा सत्यसङ्गरः।
अप्रियो निष्ठुरः स्वार्थी घूमे मृत्युगते सति॥
8th House:
Lacks courage but enthusiastic, fights for truth, disliked, harsh, and selfish. May lose job due to immoral acts, punished by superiors. Fearful, lustful, and may suffer wounds. If conjunct Moon and aspected by Sun, may renounce family life.
सुतसौभाग्यसम्पन्नो धनी मानी दयान्वितः।
धर्मस्थाने स्थिते धूमे धर्मवान् बन्धुवत्सलः॥
9th House:
Fortunate with children, wealthy, respectable, kind, religious, and supportive of siblings. May gain popularity and prosperity, yet may disrespect elders and be superstitious. May argue with benefactors and make harmful decisions.
सुतसौभाग्यसंयुक्तः सन्तोषी मतिमान् सुखी।
कर्मस्थे मानवो नित्यं धूमे सत्यपदस्थितः॥
10th House:
Blessed with children, prosperity, intelligence, and contentment. Wise, lucky, law-abiding, and spiritual. May face danger from fire, electricity, or chemicals. Gains fame through charitable acts.
- With Aries Ascendant: fame and prosperity until death
- Taurus: selfish
- Leo: capable but lacks control
- Scorpio: politically powerful
- Aquarius: prestigious and maintains it lifelong
धनधान्यहिरण्याढयो रूपवांश्च कलान्वितः।
धमे लाभगते चैव विनीतो गीतकोविदः॥
11th House:
Wealthy, prosperous, artistic, humble, and musical. Gains through family and friends. Good appearance, builds houses, and loves music and arts.
धनधान्यहिरण्याढयो रूपवांश्च कलान्वितः।
धमे लाभगते चैव विनीतो गीतकोविदः॥
12th House:
Immoral, sinful, adulterous, addicted, cruel, and base. Lives abroad, tries to build fortune there. If conjunct Moon and aspected by Sun, leaves homeland.
पतितः पापकर्मा च धूमे द्वादशसङ्गते।
परदारेषु संसक्तो व्यसनी निर्घृणः शठः॥
Dhoom’s Conjunction with Planets:
When Dhoom is conjunct the Sun or Moon, their significations are harmed. Any planet conjoined with Dhoom fails to give full results in its major or sub-periods.
If Dhoom is in the 4th house with Sun and Moon, married life is disrupted and there may be separation from spouse.
Note: The above interpretations of Dhoom are based solely on its house placement. For accurate results, other astrological factors should also be considered.
