Chaturmukha (“four-faced”, a name of Brahma) yoga is usually given as: Jupiter in a kendra from the 9th lord, Venus in a kendra from the 11th lord, and the lagna lord and 10th lord in kendras. A simpler version in some sources is a benefic in each of the four kendras. It is not four planets in consecutive houses. Texts promise long life, fame, wealth and respect.
How the yoga forms
Commonly cited rule:
- Jupiter in a kendra (same sign, 4th, 7th or 10th) from the 9th lord.
- Venus in a kendra from the 11th lord.
- The lagna lord and 10th lord in kendras from the lagna.
Simpler version in some modern sources: a benefic in each of the four kendras. Because sources differ, check which version an astrologer is using before relying on it.
What makes it strong
- Jupiter and Venus should be strong, uncombust and unafflicted.
- The more conditions met, the stronger the result.
- Results show in the dashas of Jupiter, Venus, the lagna lord or the 10th lord.
Typical results
Classical descriptions: a long life, fame, respect from rulers and the learned, wealth and comfort. Linking Jupiter with fortune (9th) and Venus with gains (11th) gives prosperity through wisdom and good relations.
Check it in your own chart
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Frequently asked questions
How is Chaturmukha yoga formed?
Commonly: Jupiter in a kendra from the 9th lord, Venus in a kendra from the 11th lord, and the lagna and 10th lords in kendras.
Is Chaturmukha yoga four planets in consecutive houses?
No. That description is incorrect.
Why do sources define it differently?
It is a less common yoga and later compilations word it differently; some reduce it to benefics in all four kendras.
What does Chaturmukha mean?
Four-faced — a name of Brahma.
When does Chaturmukha yoga give results?
In the dashas of Jupiter, Venus, the lagna lord or the 10th lord.
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