Mesha Lagna (Aries Ascendant)

The Lagna is one of the most important and influential signs in the Jataka (chart) as it determines one’s characteristics, personality, health, and many more crucial aspects of life.

During the time of a person’s birth, the degree of the Rashi and Nakshatra pada which is rising on the eastern horizon is known as the Lagna. In western astrology, the Lagna is known as the ascendant. In other words, the Lagna is the point of the zodiacal belt that coincides with the position of the horizon at the time of birth at the specific birthplace. This is also known as the Udaya or Janma Lagna.

Note: The below given information’s are very general. Please contact a well-read astrologer for further in detail predictions. 

Mesha lagna is the first house in Rashi chakra (zodiac belt). Its movable lagna and Mangala (Mars) is the lord here. The Ravi (sun) is exalted and Shani (Saturn) is debilitated (weak) in this house. According to Nirayana system Ravi (sun) travels in this house from 13^th April to 14^th May. According to Sayana system Ravi (sun) travels here from 21^st March to 19^th April.

In Nirayana system the Mesha lagna looks like below.

In Sayana system the Mesha lagna looks like below.

General personality and characteristics:

People born in this lagna will have strong lean muscular body and long face. They will have an average height. They will be very active, courageous, energetic and ambitious. They will have rash temperament and aggressive nature. They will be very frank and outspoken. They like simplicity, always have positive and friendly attitude and are capable of holding commanding positions. They are not good in organizing, but they are good advisors to others.

They like to travel to good places. They show sudden changes and quick action in their behavior. Their initial life will be filled with struggles. And later they will have good fortune. They will not be happy with relatives. Due to their work they change their residence very frequently.

Health:

They will experience good health in their young ages. They will have good immunity but may face minor injuries. They should be careful while driving vehicles. They should avoid rash and fast driving. They may face head injuries. They might also suffer from migraines later in life. Inflammation in the body, problems due to infections in digestive system, tumors and mainly, lack of blood supply to their brain. They should start living healthy during their young age, keep practicing pranayama, yoga, and meditation. Since they are food lovers, they need to keep track of their food habits.

Finance:

They will struggle to accumulate wealth in their early life. They should avoid unnecessary purchases and plan for investment. They should take suggestions from good advisors before investing. They should think before spending. They will enjoy wealth later in life.

Family:

They will have a happy life with a very loyal and beautiful partner. They will have good friends and a large family. They will support all their family members.

Things to be corrected:

Take care of the following points and try to improve your behavior to have a happy and safe life:

1. Take care of your health. Give priority to take good rest and sleep.
2. Relax and keep yourself calm. Try to control your emotions and feelings.
3. Avoid stress, worries, and anger. These may lead to health issues later in life.
4. Eat healthy and practice yoga and meditation to keep yourself calm.
5. Avoid unnecessary expenses and give priority to basic investments.
6. Avoid rash temperament, criticism of others, and sarcastic tones.
7. Don’t develop revengeful feelings towards others. This may lead to unnecessary legal issues.
8. Try to come out of your comfort zone. You can achieve more than you think. Laziness is a big obstacle for your growth

Lucky colors:   Red, Yellow, Copper and Golden. Avoid black. 

Lucky weekdays:  Tuesday, Saturday, Friday, Monday and Sunday.

Lucky gems:  Red Coral, Ruby

Lucky numbers: 9,1,4,8 and 2

(Referred texts: Jyotishasaaratilaka and Saaraavali)