Vesi (also spelled Veshi) yoga forms when any planet other than the Moon — Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus or Saturn — occupies the 2nd house counted from the Sun. Rahu and Ketu are not counted. Classical texts link it with truthful speech, balanced nature, steady effort and a comfortable life; benefics give the best version.
How the yoga forms
Count the Sun’s sign as 1; the next sign is the 2nd from the Sun. If Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus or Saturn is there, Vesi yoga is formed. The Moon, Rahu and Ketu are excluded.
Vesi, Vasi and Ubhayachari are the three classical Sun yogas, counted the way Sunapha, Anapha and Durudhara are counted from the Moon.
| Yoga | Condition (planets other than the Moon, Rahu and Ketu) |
|---|---|
| Vesi (Veshi) | A planet in the 2nd house from the Sun |
| Vasi | A planet in the 12th house from the Sun |
| Ubhayachari | Planets in both the 2nd and the 12th from the Sun |
Mercury and Venus never move far from the Sun, so they form these yogas often; Mars, Jupiter or Saturn forming them is less common.
What makes it strong
- Benefics (Jupiter, Venus, Mercury) in the 2nd from the Sun give the classic good result; malefics give a harder-working version.
- The planet should not be combust — Mercury or Venus very close to the Sun gives a weaker yoga.
- A strong Sun (Aries, Leo, or the 10th house) supports the yoga.
- Results come in the dasha of the planet forming it.
Typical results
Classical texts describe the Vesi native as truthful, even-tempered, hard-working, with a good memory and a comfortable life. By planet: Mercury — pleasant speech, learning; Venus — refinement and comforts; Jupiter — wisdom and courage; Mars — enterprise and command; Saturn — trade, persistence, sometimes a hard early life.
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 Vesi yoga formed?
When Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus or Saturn is in the 2nd house from the Sun.
Is Veshi yoga the same as Vesi yoga?
Yes, Vesi and Veshi are two spellings of the same Sun yoga.
Does the Moon form Vesi yoga?
No. The Moon, Rahu and Ketu are excluded.
Is Vesi yoga common?
Yes, because Mercury and Venus stay close to the Sun. Strength and combustion decide how much it gives.
What is Ubhayachari yoga?
Planets in both the 2nd and the 12th from the Sun — Vesi and Vasi together.
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