The 10th House or MC is considered the most important house after



the Ascendant.The calculation of the longitudes of the houses start with

the calculation of the longitudes of the Ascendant and the MC. This is

the formula used for calculating the longitude of the MC

Tan K = Tan R /Cos w

where K is the longitude of the MC, R is the mean longitude of the Sun and

w, the Sun's maximum declination.

The Tenth House deals with Profession, the important dimension in one's

life.

One becomes a success in the professional sphere, depending on the strength

of the 10th lord and the 10th house. If the 10th lord is debilitated or weak,

the professional life of the native will suffer. If he be powerful, professional

success is indicated.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Ascendant

Since the 10th lord is in the First, the native will be a workaholic

and will come up the hard way to the top. They will be self emplo-

yed and will have independent professions. If their talents are

developed properly, they will be hailed as pioneers. Health prob-

lems manifest only during childhood. Their principle is "Slow and

steady wins the race" and the progress they achieve will be steady

and slow. They will have relations with powerful people, people

who are related to politics. This combination is conducive to

success in politics.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Second House

Since the 10th lord is in the 2nd, the native is lucky as far as

profession is concerned. Since the 2nd is 5th from the 10th, they

will be successful in their professional spheres. They may develop

their family business and if they suffer losses, they may wind it up.

This is a combination that bestows fame according to astrological

savants. A big patrimony may be inherited. Professional reputation

and enhancement results as a result of hard work put in.While

they overcome the impediments to success with determination,

they go up in the ladder of fame.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Third House

Since 10th lord is in the 3rd, part of the native's career will be spent

in travelling. They may shine as speakers or writers. Brothers

will be instrumental in their progress in the professional sphere.

Rivalry with brothers and possible reversals as a result likely.

Since they are wedded to truth, they command respect within their

circle. They will be well liked and there wont be any lack of

cooperation and goodwill at the place of work. They may be beset

by problems in profession as the 3rd is the 6th from the 10th. They

will overcome these problems in time.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Fourth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 4th, the native will be a versatile per-

son with knowledge in various subjects. They will be renowned for

their learning and generosity. They may shine in real estate deals

and agricultural pursuits. They will wield political power and will

be known as good mediators. They will have powerful friends who

will help them in their hour of crisis. They will have a well decora-

ted house & conveyances. Because of their wealth and leadership

qualities, they will have followers and juniors who admire them.

This is a powerful position for public life.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Fifth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 5th, the native will excel in real estate

deals and in speculation.They are inclined to Religion and Philoso-

phy and lead a simple life with prayer and meditation. They are

interested in learning from early childhood and adhere to Truth.

They will be blessed with all the comforts of life. They will have

powerful friends. As the 5th is 8th from the 10th, they will have

reverses in profession and may be subjected to vicissitudes. They

will have powerful enemies also who will try to block their pro-

gress and development.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Sixth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 6th, the native will shine in occupations

which are connected with the judiciary, hospital or prison. They

will hold responsible posts. They will be known as impartial

men and will be held in high esteem. There may be transfers and

changes in their environment. They will subject to trouble through

enemies. As the 6th is 9th to the 10th, they will have professional

luck and people will recognise them as professionals. They will

wield political power and have wealth beyond the dreams of avarice

Lucky breaks come to them automatically.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Seventh House

Since the 10th lord is in the 7th, this is a powerful position

for professional life. Their IQ will be above the average & they

will be renowned for their communication skills. They will be ble-

ssed with a partner who becomes a cause for their career deve-

lopment. They may travel abroad for business. Their managerial abi-

lities are well known as they fill their targets in time. They beli-

eve in people and in delegation. Hence all ventures initiated by

them prove to be successful. As the 7th is 10th from the 10th,

their professional fame will surpass all boundaries.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Eighth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 8th, changes or breaks in career

are to be expected. Anyway they will have a regal status in their

profession. They may become mystics & choose the path celestial.

They will be blessed with good longevity. They are noble-minded

& high principled and uphold lofty principles. They will be well

appreciated by their juniors & associates. As the 8th is 11th from

the 10th, they will have high gains via profession. Their brothers

also ascend the ladder of success.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Ninth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 9th, the native will become a sage & a

mystic. They will become exemplars and guides to those who

walk the path celestial. Fortune will favour them generally and they

will be well off. A hereditary profession will be taken up by them

-viz that of a teacher, preacher or healer. Their father will play

a dominant role in their development and they will prove dutiful to

him. They are basically altruists and charitable. They will shine

as psychological counsellors. They will have a regal status and

bearing and will be respected for their talents.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Tenth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 10th, the native will shine in their profe-

ssion as this position is conducive to professional brilliance.

They may turn to asceticism during a particular stage in life. They

respect their seniors and get respected thereby. People will find

them trustworthy and they always prove to be good assistants who

can be depended on. They can wield immense political power &

always have contact with those in the Government. A powerfully

posited 10th lord confers professional enhancement & reputation.

People will look up to them for guidance.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Eleventh House

Since the 10th lord is in the 11th, the native will earn merit & reputa-

tion along with money. They display a happy exterior always and

show bonhomie and geniality. This earns them good reputation and

goodwill among the public. They will be in a position to give emp-

loyment opportunities to many a people. And this makes them the

most sought after individuals with many friends. As the 11th is 2nd

from the 10th, profession will fetch them immense largesse. Fame

and reputation will be theirs. Professional enhancement indicated.

The Effects of the 10th lord in the Twelfth House

Since the 10th lord is in the 12th, the native is likely to reside ab-

road and will be beset with many problems and obstacles. They

will be after Self Actualisation. They should be cautious in matters

of tax or when dealing with government organisations. Beware of

involvement with politicians which will result only in major loss for

them . They may have a vocation linked to rituals and religion.

Income may be from ecclesiastical sources. They may have many

enmity & problems in profession.They are advised to turn to remedial

measures for problem solution.