What is Shatrupada (A6) in Jaimini Astrology?

Shatrupada (A6) is the Arudha (reflection) of the 6th House in a horoscope. It specifically governs three critical areas: visible enemies (lawsuits/rivals), physical disease (Rog), and debt (Rin). Unlike other points, a strong Shatrupada with Malefic planets helps the person defeat enemies and clear obstacles.

How do you calculate Shatrupada (A6)?

To calculate Shatrupada (A6), count the number of signs from the 6th House to its Lord. Then, count the same number of signs forward from the Lord. For example, if the 6th House is Taurus and Venus is in Cancer (3 signs away), count 3 signs from Cancer to arrive at Virgo. Virgo becomes the Shatrupada. (Exceptions apply if the Lord is in the 1st or 7th from the house).

Which planets are good in Shatrupada A6 for winning lawsuits?

Malefic planets like Mars, Saturn, Rahu, and Sun are considered excellent in the Shatrupada A6. They provide the aggression, stamina, and strategy needed to crush enemies and win legal battles. Benefic planets (Jupiter, Venus) in A6 often indicate a tendency to compromise or suffer from the conflict.

Can Shatrupada A6 predict health issues?

Yes. The sign of the Shatrupada A6 indicates the part of the body prone to disease. For example, A6 in Aries indicates head/brain issues, while A6 in Leo indicates heart/spine issues. The onset of the disease typically occurs during the Chara Dasha of the A6 sign.

What is the remedy for a weak Shatrupada A6?

To strengthen a weak A6 or protect against enemies, worship the 'Ugra' (Fierce) form of the deity associated with the planet in the A6 (e.g., Narasimha for Mars, Durga for Rahu). Additionally, chanting the Sudarshana Mantra is a powerful remedy to cut through debts and legal obstacles.

Shatrupada A6 : How to Predict Lawsuits, Disease & Victory

By Bavishyavani Research Team | Jaimini Division Updated: January 14, 2026

Let’s face it. Success attracts sharks. In Article 9, we taught you how to get rich (Ghatika Lagna). In Article 12, we taught you how to speculate in Crypto (Mantrapada).

But the moment you start winning, two things usually happen:

Enemies appear. (Jealousy, Lawsuits, Rivals).
Health declines. (Stress, burnout, ignoring the body).

You can be the richest man in the cemetery, but you’re still dead. You can be the CEO, but if you spend 10 years in court fighting a scandal, was it worth it?

In Jaimini Astrology, we have a specific GPS tracker for “Bad Things.” It is called the Shatrupada (A6). The word “Shatru” means Enemy. The word “Pada” means Root.

This is the point in your chart that reveals:

Who is trying to hurt you.
What disease is lurking in your body.
How to defeat them both.

If you are currently facing a legal battle, a health crisis, or office politics, stop scrolling. This article is your survival guide.

Part 1: What is Shatrupada A6?

Technically, the Shatrupada A6 is the Arudha (Reflection) of the 6th House.

The 6th House governs:

Rog (Disease)
Rin (Debt)
Shatru (Enemy)

So, the Shatrupada A6 is the physical manifestation of these three nightmares. It shows the visible problems in your life.

But here is the twist: The A6 is not just about “Bad” things. It is also about Service. If you are a Doctor, a Lawyer, or a Police Officer, you live in the 6th House. You make money from other people’s problems. For these professionals, a strong Shatrupada A6 doesn’t mean they get sick; it means they get rich by curing sickness.

Understanding the A6 is the difference between being the Victim (The Patient) and the Victor (The Doctor).

Part 2: How to Calculate Shatrupada A6

By now, you are a pro at the “Jaimini Jump.” The formula remains the same.

The Formula:

“Count from the 6th House to its Lord. Then count the same distance again.”

Let’s run three quick scenarios to keep your math sharp.

Scenario A: The Direct Count

Ascendant: Libra.
6th House: Pisces.
Lord of 6th (Jupiter): Sitting in Taurus.
Step 1: Count from Pisces to Taurus.
- Pisces(1) -> Aries(2) -> Taurus(3). (3 Steps).
Step 2: Count 3 steps again from Taurus.
- Taurus(1) -> Gemini(2) -> Cancer(3).
Result: Your Shatrupada A6 is Cancer.

Scenario B: The “Lord in 6th” Trap

Ascendant: Scorpio.
6th House: Aries.
Lord of 6th (Mars): Sitting in Aries (Own House).
Rule: If the Lord is in the House itself, you cannot jump 1 step (which lands on 1). You must jump to the 10th House from it.
Calculation: Count 10 houses from Aries.
Result: Your A6 is Capricorn.

Scenario C: The “Lord in 12th” Trap (Opposition)

Ascendant: Gemini.
6th House: Scorpio.
Lord of 6th (Mars): Sitting in Taurus (7th from Scorpio).
Rule: If the Lord is in the 7th from the House, you must jump to the 4th House from the sign.
Calculation: Count 4 houses from Scorpio.
- Scorpio(1) -> Sag(2) -> Cap(3) -> Aquarius(4).
Result: Your A6 is Aquarius.

Part 3: The Golden Rule of A6 (Malefics are GOOD)

This is where beginners get confused. In the Arudha Lagna (AL) or Upapada (UL), we wanted nice, soft planets like Venus and Jupiter. In the Shatrupada A6, we want MONSTERS.

Why? The A6 is a war zone. Do you want to send a Poet (Venus) to a war zone? No. You want to send a General (Mars).

1. Malefics in A6 (Mars, Saturn, Rahu, Sun)

If these planets are sitting in or aspecting your A6, You Win.

Mars in A6: You crush your enemies physically or legally. You are fearless.
Saturn in A6: You outlast your enemies. They give up because you are stubborn.
Rahu in A6: You outsmart your enemies. You use tricks, politics, or hidden strategies to win court cases.
Sun in A6: You scare your enemies. Your authority makes them back down.

2. Benefics in A6 (Jupiter, Venus, Moon, Mercury)

If these planets are sitting in your A6, You Lose (or you suffer).

Jupiter in A6: You are too nice. You lose court cases because you trust people. Or, you suffer from “Rich Diseases” (Diabetes, Liver issues).
Venus in A6: You get into trouble because of women or luxury. You might face scandals. Health-wise: Kidney or reproductive issues.
Moon in A6: You have “Mental Enemies” (Anxiety). People easily manipulate you emotionally.

Exception: If a Benefic in A6 is Exalted (e.g., Jupiter in Cancer in A6), you win… but you win through peace/settlement, not war.

Part 4: Predicting Lawsuits & Court Cases

This is the #1 question I get from businessmen. “Will I win the case?”

Step 1: Identify the Shatrupada A6. Step 2: Check the Current Chara Dasha.

The Danger Zone: If your Current Dasha Sign is the A6 sign (or aspects it), the lawsuit will happen now.

Example: Your A6 is Libra. You enter Libra Dasha.
Prediction: The enemy wakes up. The court case is filed.

The Verdict (Win or Lose?): Look at the planets influencing the A6 during the Dasha.

If Rahu or Mars is helping the A6: You Win.
If Venus or Ketu is hurting the A6: You Lose.
If Gnatikaraka (GK) is involved: The fight will be dirty and expensive.

The “Jail” Yoga (Bandhana Yoga): If the A6 has Malefics in the 2nd and 12th from it (locking it in), be very careful.

Example: A6 is Aries. Rahu is in Taurus (2nd). Saturn is in Pisces (12th).
Result: The Enemy (A6) is surrounded by evil. This often indicates arrest or being trapped.

Part 5: Predicting Disease (The Body Scan)

The Shatrupada A6 also shows where your body breaks down. The Sign of the A6 tells you the weak organ.

A6 in Aries: Headaches, Migraines, Brain issues.
A6 in Taurus: Throat, Thyroid, Voice issues.
A6 in Gemini: Lungs, Asthma, Shoulder pain.
A6 in Cancer: Chest, Heart, Anxiety (Water retention).
A6 in Leo: Heart attacks, Spine issues, Stomach acid.
A6 in Virgo: Digestion, IBS, Appendicitis.
A6 in Libra: Kidneys, Urinary Tract, Reproductive issues.
A6 in Scorpio: Piles, Sexual diseases, Hidden viruses.
A6 in Sagittarius: Hips, Thighs, Liver, Obesity.
A6 in Capricorn: Knees, Joints, Arthritis, Skin.
A6 in Aquarius: Ankles, Circulation, Nervous system.
A6 in Pisces: Feet, Lymphatic system, Sleep disorders.

Timing the Sickness: You will likely suffer from this ailment during the Dasha of the A6.

Example: A6 in Leo. During Leo Dasha, watch your heart and acidity.

Part 6: Case Study (The Politician’s Survival)

Let’s look at a famous Politician who faced massive scandals but never went to jail.

The Profile:

Ascendant: Cancer.
6th House: Sagittarius.
Lord of 6th (Jupiter): Sitting in Aries (10th House).
Calculation: Count Sag to Aries (5 steps). Count 5 again -> Leo.
Shatrupada A6: Leo.

The Planets:

Sitting in Leo (A6): Sun and Mars.

The Analysis:

His Shatrupada A6 is Leo (Government/Power).
Inside the A6, he has Sun (Authority) and Mars (War).
Are these Benefics or Malefics? They are Malefics.
Result: This is a “Fortress A6.”
- When enemies attacked him (Scandal), the Sun (Authority) crushed them.
- When court cases were filed, Mars (Fight) fought back aggressively.
- Instead of destroying him, the enemies made him stronger. The A6 became a source of power.

Contrast: If he had Moon and Venus in that Leo A6, he would have resigned in shame and cried on national TV. Malefics save lives in A6.

Part 7: Remedies (How to Shut Down the A6)

If you have a weak A6 (e.g., Venus in A6) and you are facing a lawsuit, you need a remedy fast.

1. The Deity of A6: Worship the deity of the Planet sitting in your A6. But worship them in their Ugra (Fierce) form.

If Rahu in A6: Worship Durga (She kills demons).
If Mars in A6: Worship Narasimha or Kartikeya (General of the Gods).
If Saturn in A6: Worship Bhairava.

2. The “Virodha” Strategy (Blocking the A6): Remember Argala? You can block the A6 by strengthening the 12th House from A6.

Logic: If A6 is the Enemy, the 12th from A6 is the “Loss of the Enemy.”
Method: Place a heavy object or a symbol of the 12th house planet in that direction of your home.

3. The Ultimate Weapon: Sudarshana Chakra If the A6 is overwhelming you (Health + Lawsuit + Debt), the only mantra that cuts through it all is the Sudarshana Homam or Mantra. It destroys the “Shatru” root.

Conclusion on Shatrupada A6: Choose Your Battlefield

The Shatrupada A6 teaches us a harsh lesson: You cannot avoid enemies. As long as you are alive (Lagna), you will have opposition (A6).

The goal is not to have zero enemies. The goal is to have the right enemies and the strength to defeat them.

If you are a doctor, your “Enemies” are diseases. A strong A6 makes you a great healer.
If you are a lawyer, your “Enemies” are opposing counsel. A strong A6 makes you a winner.
If you are a regular person, a strong A6 keeps you safe.

Go check your chart. See who is sitting in your War Room. If it’s Mars, smile. You’re safe. If it’s Venus… well, maybe hire a bodyguard.

FAQ: Shatrupada A6

Q: Can A6 show debt? A: Yes. Rin (Debt) is a 6th house matter. If Mars is in A6, you take debt to buy property/assets, and you pay it off. If Rahu is in A6, you take debt for speculation or show-off, and you get trapped. If Saturn is in A6, you have long-term mortgages that you pay slowly over 30 years.

Q: What if A6 is empty? A: Look at the Lord of the A6 sign. If A6 is Aries (Empty), look at Mars. Is Mars strong? Is he with Saturn? If Mars is strong, your defenses are strong. If Mars is weak (e.g., in Cancer), your immune system/legal defense is weak.

Q: Does A6 apply to competitive exams? A: Absolutely. A competitive exam is a “Battle” against other students. To clear UPSC, IIT, or Medical exams, you need a Malefic in A6. You need the killer instinct to crush the competition. Students with soft planets in A6 often struggle to handle the pressure of competitive testing.

Q: Is A6 connected to pets? A: Yes, the 6th house rules small animals. Interestingly, if you have Benefics (Moon/Venus) in A6, you love pets, and they bring you joy. If you have Malefics (Rahu/Mars), your pets might be aggressive (guard dogs) or you might face issues with animals.

Shatrupada A6 in Jaimini Astrology: Predicting Lawsuits, Disease & Victory