Raja Yoga (power)
Raja Yoga for Kanya (Virgo) Ascendant
राज
Raja Yoga (राज) is a Raja Yoga (power) that forms when lords of a kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) and a trikona (1, 5, 9) conjunct, aspect each other, or exchange signs. For Virgo lagna, this yoga brings positive results in the areas governed by the participating planets.
Last updated: 13 April 2026 · Source: BPHS, Phaladeepika, Saravali
Formation
Lords of a kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) and a trikona (1, 5, 9) conjunct, aspect each other, or exchange signs. The 1st lord participates as both kendra and trikona lord.
General Effects
Raja Yoga gives authority, leadership, fame, and position. The native rises to prominent positions in their field. The strength depends on the dignity of the participating planets and their dasha timing. The most powerful yoga when perfectly formed.
For Virgo Ascendant
For Kanya (Virgo) lagna, Raja Yoga manifests through the lens of Mercury as lagna lord. The earth element of Virgo and Mercury's natural significations combine with the yoga's effects. The specific houses that Raja lords influence for Virgo lagna determine which life areas benefit most.
Remedies
Strengthen both participating planets. Worship during favourable dasha periods.
FAQ
Q.How does Raja Yoga form in Virgo chart?
Lords of a kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) and a trikona (1, 5, 9) conjunct, aspect each other, or exchange signs. The 1st lord participates as both kendra and trikona lord. For Virgo lagna specifically, check whether the planets involved are functional benefics or malefics. A yoga formed by functional benefics for your lagna is stronger than one formed by functional malefics.
Q.Is Raja Yoga good for Virgo?
Yes, this is a positive yoga. For Virgo lagna, the benefits manifest through the houses the participating planets own. The strength depends on planetary dignity and dasha timing.
Q.What are the remedies for Raja Yoga?
Strengthen both participating planets. Worship during favourable dasha periods.
Q.When does Raja Yoga give results?
Yogas give their strongest results during the mahadasha or antardasha of the participating planets. For Raja Yoga, watch for the dasha periods of the planets involved. Transit support (Jupiter or Saturn transiting over the yoga-forming planets) also activates results.