Amsavatara (“partial incarnation of the divine”) yoga forms when the lagna is a movable sign (Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn), Jupiter and Venus occupy kendras, and Saturn is exalted in a kendra. Since an exalted Saturn is in Libra, that must be a kendra too. It is not the Moon in a kendra aspected by Jupiter. Texts describe a virtuous, learned, famous person of high authority.
How the yoga forms
- Lagna in a movable (chara) sign — Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn. Its kendras are then all movable signs.
- Jupiter and Venus in kendras (1st, 4th, 7th, 10th).
- Saturn exalted in a kendra — in Libra, which is a kendra for every movable lagna.
What makes it strong
- All three conditions are needed.
- Jupiter in Cancer (exalted) or Venus in Libra (own) makes it especially strong.
- Uncombust, unafflicted planets give the full result.
- Results show in the dashas of Jupiter, Venus or Saturn.
Typical results
Classical descriptions: of good character and learning, eloquent, famous, wealthy, in a ruling or high administrative position, with self-control and a philosophical bent.
Check it in your own chart
Yogas are read together with planetary strength, the houses ruled for your lagna and the running dasha. A free kundli shows these placements; the yoga finder lists common yogas. For a full reading, book a consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How is Amsavatara yoga formed?
Movable-sign lagna, Jupiter and Venus in kendras, and Saturn exalted (in Libra) in a kendra.
Which lagnas can have Amsavatara yoga?
Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn.
Is Amsavatara yoga the Moon in a kendra with Jupiter?
No. That description is incorrect.
Is Amsavatara yoga rare?
Yes — exalted Saturn alone occurs in only about one chart in twelve, and the other conditions must also be met.
When does Amsavatara yoga give results?
In the dashas of Jupiter, Venus or Saturn.
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