| Sanskrit Name | Ari Bhava (Enemy House), Ripu Bhava, Shatru Bhava |
| Natural Sign | Virgo (Kanya) |
| Natural Ruler | Mercury (Budha) |
| Karaka (Significator) | Mars (enemies), Saturn (diseases, service) |
| Body Parts | Intestines, digestive system, navel area, waist |
| Direction | South |
| House Classification | Dusthana (Difficult), Upachaya (Growth) |
Significations (Karakatva)
The Sixth House is both Dusthana and Upachaya. While it represents difficulties (enemies, diseases, debts), it also improves over time. Importantly, malefic planets (Mars, Saturn, Rahu) do exceptionally well here - they fight and defeat enemies, overcome diseases, and provide service to others. A strong 6th house lord makes one victorious over adversaries.
Planets in the Sixth House
Sun in 6th House
Defeats enemies, government service. May have digestive issues. Good for medicine, law. Father may have health issues.
Moon in 6th House
Emotional about service, fluctuating health. Many small enemies. Good for nursing, caring professions. Stomach issues.
Mars in 6th House
Excellent placement. Destroys enemies, good health. Success in litigation, surgery, military. Very competitive.
Mercury in 6th House
Good for accountants, lawyers. Skilled in service. May over-analyze health. Competitive in intellect.
Jupiter in 6th House
Can have many enemies but overcomes them. Good for healing, legal work. May gain weight. Protects from major harm.
Venus in 6th House
Beauty in service, healthcare. May face relationship challenges. Kidney/sugar issues. Hidden romantic affairs.
Saturn in 6th House
Excellent placement. Long life, defeats enemies through persistence. Good for labor, chronic disease treatment.
Rahu in 6th House
Very good placement. Destroys enemies, succeeds in competition. May work in foreign lands. Unconventional healing.
Ketu in 6th House
Spiritual healing, victory over inner enemies. May have unusual diseases. Good for alternative medicine.
Aspects Affecting the Sixth House
12th House Aspect
Planets in 12th directly aspect 6th. Expenses due to health, hospitalization. Spiritual approach to service.
Saturn's Aspect
Saturn aspecting 6th from 4th, 8th, or 3rd brings chronic conditions but also ability to fight long battles.
Mars's 4th Aspect
Mars from 3rd house aspecting 6th gives courage to fight enemies. Good for competitive fields.
Jupiter's Aspect
Jupiter aspecting 6th from 2nd, 10th, or 12th protects from enemies and provides healing abilities.
Sixth House Lord in Different Houses
6th Lord in 1st
Health-conscious, competitive personality. May face constant challenges. Good for doctors, lawyers.
6th Lord in 6th
Viparita Raja Yoga potential. Enemies destroy themselves. Strong immunity. Service-oriented.
6th Lord in 8th
Viparita Raja Yoga. Enemies face sudden downfall. Deep healing abilities. Transformation through service.
6th Lord in 12th
Viparita Raja Yoga. Enemies are hidden or foreign. Expenses clear debts. Hospital work.
Remedies for Afflicted Sixth House
For victory over enemies: The Hanuman Chalisa and Bajrang Baan are powerful mantras for protection from enemies. Mars-related remedies strengthen the ability to overcome adversaries. Clearing debts and maintaining good health practices are practical remedies.
Health Indications
Body Parts
Intestines, digestive system, navel, waist, kidneys, lower abdomen
Potential Issues
Digestive disorders, intestinal problems, ulcers, appendicitis, hernias, kidney issues, accidents
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