Krishnamurti Paddhati (KP) Astrology
Master the Revolutionary System of Stellar Astrology for Precise Predictions
Introduction to KP Astrology
Krishnamurti Paddhati (KP System) is a stellar astrological system developed by the legendary Indian astrologer Prof. K.S. Krishnamurti in the 1960s. This revolutionary method provides pinpoint accuracy in predictions by using a unique sub-division system and ruling planet theory.
Key Features of KP Astrology
- Sub Lord Theory: Each planet is divided into 9 unequal parts ruled by different planets
- Cuspal Interlinks: House cusp sub lords determine the promise of the horoscope
- Ruling Planets: Specific planets active at the time of query
- No Aspects: KP doesn't use traditional planetary aspects
- Stellar System: Based on 27 Nakshatras (constellations)
- Precise Timing: Accurate predictions of event timing using Vimshottari Dasha
Core Principles of KP Astrology
1. Placidus House Division
KP astrology uses the Placidus system of house division, which provides unequal house cusps based on the exact birth time and location.
2. Constellation (Nakshatra) Lordship
The zodiac is divided into 27 Nakshatras, each spanning 13°20'. Each Nakshatra has a ruling planet:
| Planet | Nakshatras Ruled | Degrees |
|---|---|---|
| Ketu | Ashwini, Magha, Mula | 0° to 13°20', 120° to 133°20', 240° to 253°20' |
| Venus | Bharani, Purva Phalguni, Purva Ashadha | 13°20' to 26°40', 133°20' to 146°40', 253°20' to 266°40' |
| Sun | Krittika, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha | 26°40' to 40°, 146°40' to 160°, 266°40' to 280° |
| Moon | Rohini, Hasta, Shravana | 40° to 53°20', 160° to 173°20', 280° to 293°20' |
| Mars | Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta | 53°20' to 66°40', 173°20' to 186°40', 293°20' to 306°40' |
| Rahu | Ardra, Swati, Shatabhisha | 66°40' to 80°, 186°40' to 200°, 306°40' to 320° |
| Jupiter | Punarvasu, Vishakha, Purva Bhadrapada | 80° to 93°20', 200° to 213°20', 320° to 333°20' |
| Saturn | Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada | 93°20' to 106°40', 213°20' to 226°40', 333°20' to 346°40' |
| Mercury | Ashlesha, Jyeshtha, Revati | 106°40' to 120°, 226°40' to 240°, 346°40' to 360° |
3. Sub Division Theory
Each Nakshatra (13°20') is further divided into 9 unequal parts called Sub Lords, following the Vimshottari Dasha proportion.
Understanding Sub Lords
The Sub Lord is the most critical concept in KP Astrology. It determines whether a planet will give positive or negative results based on the houses it signifies.
Sub Lord Division Proportions
| Planet | Years in Vimshottari | Proportion | Minutes in Sub |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ketu | 7 | 7/120 | 46'40" |
| Venus | 20 | 20/120 | 2°13'20" |
| Sun | 6 | 6/120 | 40' |
| Moon | 10 | 10/120 | 1°6'40" |
| Mars | 7 | 7/120 | 46'40" |
| Rahu | 18 | 18/120 | 2° |
| Jupiter | 16 | 16/120 | 1°46'40" |
| Saturn | 19 | 19/120 | 2°6'40" |
| Mercury | 17 | 17/120 | 1°53'20" |
Cuspal Interlinks & House Significators
The cusp of each house and its sub lord determine what promises exist in the horoscope. This is the foundation of KP predictions.
How to Determine House Promise
- Calculate the exact cusp degree of each house
- Determine the Star Lord (Nakshatra ruler) of the cusp
- Find the Sub Lord of the cusp degree
- Analyze what houses the Sub Lord signifies
Cuspal Sub Lord Rules
- If the cusp sub lord signifies favorable houses for that matter, the promise exists
- If the cusp sub lord signifies unfavorable houses, the promise does not exist
- The strength of the promise depends on the number of significators
Significators in KP Astrology
Significators are planets that have connection with specific houses and can deliver the results of those houses during their periods and sub-periods.
Order of Strength of Significators
- Planets occupying the Star (Nakshatra) of Occupants of a House - Strongest
- Planets occupying the House
- Planets in the Star of House Lords
- House Lords themselves
- Planets conjoined with House Lords
- Planets aspecting House Lords (by Vedic aspects) - Weakest
How to Calculate Significators
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Identify House Occupants
Note which planets are placed in the house you're analyzing.
Step 2: Find Stars of Occupants
Determine which planets are in the Nakshatra ruled by the house occupants.
Step 3: Find the House Lord
Identify the sign ruler of the house cusp.
Step 4: Find Stars of House Lord
Determine which planets are in the Nakshatra ruled by the house lord.
Step 5: Apply Conjunction & Aspects
Include planets conjoined with or aspecting the house lord (weakest).
Practical Example - 10th House Significators
Let's say for career (10th house):
- 10th house has Mars and Jupiter
- Planets in Mars's star: Sun, Venus
- Planets in Jupiter's star: Moon
- 10th house cusp falls in Sagittarius (Jupiter's sign)
- Planets in Jupiter's star: Moon (already counted)
- Jupiter is in the 1st house
10th House Significators in order:
- Sun, Venus, Moon (in stars of occupants - strongest)
- Mars, Jupiter (occupants)
- Jupiter (lord, already counted as occupant)
Ruling Planets (RP)
Ruling Planets are the planets that are most active at any given moment. They are crucial for timing events and answering horary questions.
Components of Ruling Planets
- Ascendant (Lagna) Lord: Lord of the rising sign
- Ascendant Star Lord: Nakshatra ruler of the Ascendant degree
- Ascendant Sub Lord: Sub lord of the Ascendant degree
- Moon Sign Lord: Lord of the sign where Moon is placed
- Moon Star Lord: Nakshatra ruler of Moon's position
- Moon Sub Lord: Sub lord of Moon's position
- Day Lord: Ruler of the current weekday
| Day | Ruling Planet |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Sun |
| Monday | Moon |
| Tuesday | Mars |
| Wednesday | Mercury |
| Thursday | Jupiter |
| Friday | Venus |
| Saturday | Saturn |
Career & Profession Predictions
Houses Involved in Career
- 2nd House: Wealth, income from profession
- 6th House: Service, job, daily work
- 10th House: Profession, career, status, authority
- 11th House: Gains, fulfillment of desires, regular income
Career Promise Analysis
For Job/Service: Cuspal Sub Lord of 10th house should signify 2, 6, 10, 11
For Business: Cuspal Sub Lord of 10th house should signify 2, 7, 10, 11 (avoid 6)
For Government Job: Strong Sun, significators of 2, 6, 10, 11 with connections to Sun
Career Change Timing
Career change happens during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying:
- 12th house (loss of current job/position)
- 3rd house (change, short travel for interviews)
- 10th house (new profession)
- 2, 6, 11 for successful change
Type of Profession by Planets
| Planet | Professions |
|---|---|
| Sun | Government service, administration, politics, leadership roles, medicine |
| Moon | Public dealing, nursing, hospitality, import-export, liquids, shipping |
| Mars | Military, police, surgery, engineering, real estate, sports, cooking |
| Mercury | Accounting, writing, teaching, communication, journalism, business |
| Jupiter | Teaching, law, banking, religion, counseling, finance, advisory |
| Venus | Arts, entertainment, luxury goods, beauty, fashion, hotels, automobiles |
| Saturn | Labor work, mining, oil, leather, iron, agriculture, judiciary |
| Rahu | Technology, aviation, foreign connections, unconventional fields |
| Ketu | Spirituality, research, investigation, occult sciences, liberation work |
Marriage & Relationship Predictions
Houses Involved in Marriage
- 2nd House: Family expansion, addition to family
- 7th House: Marriage, life partner, legal partnership
- 11th House: Fulfillment of desires, social connections
- 5th House: Love affairs, romance (before marriage)
Marriage Promise Analysis
7th Cusp Sub Lord is the key:
- If signifies 2, 7, 11 → Strong marriage promise
- If signifies 1, 6, 10 → Obstacles or denial of marriage
- If signifies 12 → Separation or foreign spouse
Timing of Marriage
Marriage occurs during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying 2, 7, 11 and are also Ruling Planets. The strongest combination is:
- Dasha lord signifies 2, 7, 11
- Bhukti lord signifies 2, 7, 11
- Both are among Ruling Planets
- Current transit supports (Jupiter/Saturn transits over 7th house)
Love Marriage vs Arranged Marriage
| Type | Planetary Combinations |
|---|---|
| Love Marriage | 5th house connected with 2, 7, 11. Venus-Mars combination. Rahu involvement |
| Arranged Marriage | Strong Jupiter, Saturn influence. 2, 7, 11 without 5th house |
| Inter-caste | Rahu-Ketu involvement with 7th house. 9th house (different culture) |
| Foreign Spouse | 9th, 12th houses connected with 7th house. Rahu strong |
Divorce or Separation
Separation/Divorce is indicated when planets signify:
- 6th house: Separation, disputes, legal battles
- 12th house: Loss of partner, bed pleasures
- 1st house: Self-independence
If 7th cusp sub lord signifies 6 or 12 along with 1, divorce or separation is highly likely.
Multiple Marriages
Multiple marriages occur when:
- Venus or 7th lord is in dual signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces)
- Multiple planets signify 2, 7, 11
- 7th house has connection with 9th house (second marriage is 3rd from 7th = 9th)
Health & Disease Predictions
Houses Involved in Health
- 1st House: Physical body, vitality, overall health
- 6th House: Disease, illness, enemies
- 8th House: Chronic diseases, surgery, death
- 12th House: Hospitalization, confinement, losses
Disease Analysis
For onset of disease: Dasha-Bhukti of planets signifying 6, 8, 12 along with afflicted 1st house
For recovery: Dasha-Bhukti of planets signifying 1, 5, 11 (avoiding 6, 8, 12)
Body Parts Ruled by Planets
| Planet | Body Parts & Diseases |
|---|---|
| Sun | Heart, right eye, bones, stomach. Diseases: Heart problems, fever, bile |
| Moon | Mind, left eye, blood, chest. Diseases: Mental issues, cold, lungs |
| Mars | Blood, muscles, head, genitals. Diseases: Accidents, surgery, inflammation |
| Mercury | Nervous system, skin, speech. Diseases: Skin issues, nerve problems |
| Jupiter | Liver, fat, arteries, thighs. Diseases: Diabetes, liver problems, obesity |
| Venus | Reproductive organs, kidneys, throat. Diseases: Urinary, sexual diseases |
| Saturn | Bones, teeth, knees, joints. Diseases: Chronic pain, arthritis, depression |
| Rahu | Phobias, addictions, poison. Diseases: Unusual ailments, epidemics |
| Ketu | Injuries, mysterious diseases. Diseases: Unexplained pain, psychic issues |
Surgery Timing
Surgery happens during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying:
- 6th house (disease treatment)
- 8th house (surgery, cutting)
- Mars involvement (cutting, blood)
- 12th house (hospitalization)
Finance & Wealth Predictions
Houses Involved in Wealth
- 2nd House: Wealth, savings, family assets, movable property
- 11th House: Gains, income, profits, fulfillment
- 5th House: Speculation, lottery, stock market
- 9th House: Luck, fortune, inheritance from father
- 10th House: Profession-based income
Wealth Accumulation
For steady wealth: Strong 2nd and 11th houses with their cusp sub lords signifying positive houses
For sudden gains: 5th, 8th, and 11th houses connected. Rahu, Ketu, Uranus involvement
Speculation & Lottery
Gains from speculation during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying:
- 5th house (speculation, risk-taking)
- 2nd house (money)
- 11th house (gains)
- Strong Venus, Jupiter, or Rahu
Financial Loss Periods
Financial losses occur during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying:
- 8th house (sudden losses, theft)
- 12th house (expenditure, waste)
- 6th house (debts, enemies)
- Weak 2nd and 11th houses
Loan & Debt Recovery
| Matter | House Combinations |
|---|---|
| Taking Loan | 6th (borrowing), 11th (getting money), 12th (outflow for lender) |
| Repaying Loan | 6th (ending debt), 8th (obstacles), 12th (outflow) |
| Recovering Lent Money | 2nd (receiving money), 11th (gains), avoid 6, 8, 12 |
Property Purchase
For buying property:
- 4th house (immovable property)
- 11th house (acquisition, gains)
- 12th house (expenditure for purchase)
- Mars and Saturn connection (land, building)
Education & Academic Success
Houses Involved in Education
- 4th House: Basic education, schooling, learning environment
- 5th House: Intelligence, creativity, academic performance
- 9th House: Higher education, university, specialization
- 11th House: Success, completion, achievement of goals
- 3rd House: Communication, short courses, skills
Education Promise
For completing education: 4th cusp sub lord should signify 4, 9, 11 (avoid 3, 5, 8)
For higher education: 9th cusp sub lord should signify 4, 9, 11
For professional degrees: Connection of 9th with 10th house
Exam Success Timing
Success in exams during dasha-bhukti of planets signifying:
- 4th house (education)
- 11th house (success, achievement)
- Mercury strong (intelligence)
- Jupiter favorable (wisdom, knowledge)
Field of Study by Planets
| Planet | Fields of Study |
|---|---|
| Sun | Medicine, administration, politics, leadership studies |
| Moon | Psychology, hospitality, marine studies, nursing, public relations |
| Mars | Engineering, surgery, sports, military science, real estate |
| Mercury | Commerce, mathematics, communication, journalism, astrology |
| Jupiter | Law, philosophy, teaching, finance, religious studies, counseling |
| Venus | Arts, music, fashion design, hotel management, entertainment |
| Saturn | Labor studies, geology, mining, judiciary, agriculture, history |
| Rahu | Technology, aviation, foreign languages, unconventional fields |
| Ketu | Spirituality, research, occult sciences, investigation, detective work |
Foreign Education
Study abroad occurs when:
- 9th house (higher education) connected with 12th house (foreign lands)
- 3rd house (short journeys for exams/admission)
- Rahu strong and signifying 9, 12
- Mercury-Rahu or Jupiter-Rahu combinations
12 Houses in KP Astrology
1st House (Lagna)
Significances: Self, physical body, personality, vitality, appearance, head, beginning of life
Strong 1st House: Good health, confidence, self-reliance, strong willpower
2nd House
Significances: Wealth, family, speech, food, right eye, throat, early education, savings
Strong 2nd House: Financial stability, good family life, eloquent speech
3rd House
Significances: Siblings, courage, short journeys, communication, skills, arms, neighbors
Strong 3rd House: Good relations with siblings, courage, communication skills
4th House
Significances: Mother, property, vehicles, education, happiness, chest, homeland
Strong 4th House: Property ownership, maternal happiness, academic success
5th House
Significances: Children, intelligence, speculation, romance, creativity, stomach, past karma
Strong 5th House: Intelligent children, creative abilities, speculative gains
6th House
Significances: Disease, enemies, debts, service, maternal uncle, pets, competition
Weak 6th House: Good health, no enemies, debt-free (6th weakness is good)
7th House
Significances: Marriage, spouse, partnerships, business, public dealings, lower abdomen
Strong 7th House: Happy marriage, successful partnerships, social connections
8th House
Significances: Longevity, transformation, inheritance, occult, research, accidents, genitals
Weak 8th House: Long life, no accidents (8th weakness is beneficial)
9th House
Significances: Father, luck, religion, long journeys, higher education, dharma, thighs
Strong 9th House: Fortune, father's blessings, higher learning, spirituality
10th House
Significances: Career, profession, status, authority, government, father's legacy, knees
Strong 10th House: Successful career, high status, recognition, authority
11th House
Significances: Gains, income, friends, fulfillment, elder siblings, left ear, ankles
Strong 11th House: Regular income, wish fulfillment, beneficial friendships
12th House
Significances: Losses, expenses, foreign lands, isolation, moksha, feet, left eye
Strong 12th House: Foreign settlement, spiritual liberation, peaceful sleep
House Combinations for Various Matters
| Matter | House Combination |
|---|---|
| Love Marriage | 5-7-11 |
| Arranged Marriage | 2-7-11 |
| Job | 2-6-10-11 |
| Business | 2-7-10-11 |
| Foreign Settlement | 3-9-12 |
| Childbirth | 2-5-11 |
| Property Purchase | 4-11-12 |
| Vehicle Purchase | 4-11-12 |
| Higher Education | 4-9-11 |
| Legal Victory | 6-11 (opponent has 12) |
Timing Events in KP Astrology
Vimshottari Dasha System
KP astrology uses the Vimshottari Dasha (120-year cycle) for timing predictions. The dasha periods are:
| Planet | Dasha Period (Years) |
|---|---|
| Ketu | 7 |
| Venus | 20 |
| Sun | 6 |
| Moon | 10 |
| Mars | 7 |
| Rahu | 18 |
| Jupiter | 16 |
| Saturn | 19 |
| Mercury | 17 |
Dasha-Bhukti Selection Rules
- Check Ruling Planets: Events occur during periods of Ruling Planets
- Check Significators: Dasha lord and Bhukti lord must be significators of relevant houses
- Check Transits: Jupiter and Saturn transits over relevant houses activate events
- Check Sub Period: In the selected bhukti, check the pratyantara (sub-sub period)
Transits in KP
While KP relies primarily on Dasha-Bhukti, transits of slow-moving planets provide triggers:
- Jupiter Transit: Takes 1 year per sign, brings expansion and growth
- Saturn Transit: Takes 2.5 years per sign, brings delays but fruition
- Rahu-Ketu Transit: Takes 1.5 years per sign, brings sudden changes
Strong Timing Indicators
Event will definitely occur when:
- Dasha lord is a Ruling Planet and significator of relevant houses
- Bhukti lord is also a Ruling Planet and significator
- Jupiter or Saturn transits over the cusp of relevant house
- Pratyantara lord also supports (as significator)
Example: Marriage Timing
For marriage to happen:
- Calculate significators of 2, 7, 11 houses
- Check which significators are among Ruling Planets
- Find Dasha-Bhukti where both lords are significators + RPs
- Check Jupiter/Saturn transit over 7th house cusp
- Narrow down to specific month using Pratyantara
Horary Astrology (Prashna)
KP excels in horary astrology. Steps for answering queries:
- Cast chart for moment of question (or use number 1-249)
- Determine house(s) representing the query
- Check cusp sub lord of relevant house
- If sub lord signifies favorable houses → Yes
- If sub lord signifies unfavorable houses → No
Advanced KP Concepts
1. Retrograde Planets
Retrograde planets in KP have special significance:
- Retrograde planets give stronger results of the houses they occupy
- They delay results but make them more permanent
- Retrograde benefics in dusthanas (6, 8, 12) reduce negative effects
- Retrograde malefics in kendra/trikona become more powerful
2. Nodes (Rahu-Ketu) Special Rules
Rahu and Ketu don't have their own houses, so they act as:
- Primarily: Like the planets deposited in their stars
- Secondarily: Like the lord of the sign they occupy
- Tertiarily: Like planets conjoined with them
3. Combustion
When a planet is too close to the Sun (combust), in KP:
- The planet's significations become weakened
- Results may be delayed or modified
- However, the sub lord still determines yes/no answers
4. Void of Course Moon
When Moon is in the last degrees of a sign and won't make aspects before changing signs, queries may be:
- Unclear or requiring more time
- Subject to change before manifestation
- Better to wait for Moon to enter next sign
5. Badhaka Houses
Badhaka (obstacle) houses vary by ascendant type:
| Ascendant Type | Badhaka House | Signs |
|---|---|---|
| Movable | 11th | Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn |
| Fixed | 9th | Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius |
| Dual | 7th | Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces |
Badhaka lord creates obstacles but can also remove obstacles when favorable.
Practical Tips for KP Practitioners
1. Accurate Birth Time
KP requires precise birth time (within 1-2 minutes). Even slight variations change the sub lord, completely altering predictions. Always verify birth time through past events.
2. Master Significators
Spend time thoroughly understanding how to calculate significators. This is 80% of KP astrology. Practice with multiple charts until it becomes automatic.
3. Use KP Ayanamsa
Always use KP Ayanamsa (Krishnamurti Ayanamsa), which is currently around 23°56'. Using other ayanamsas will give incorrect sub lords.
4. Don't Mix Systems
KP is complete in itself. Don't mix traditional Vedic concepts like yogas, aspects, or divisional charts. Stick to KP principles for accuracy.
5. Sub Lord is Supreme
Remember: The sub lord determines everything. A planet may be exalted in a great house, but if its sub lord is negative, results will be negative.
6. Practice Horary
KP horary is excellent for practice. Answer daily queries to develop expertise. It builds confidence and understanding of house significations.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring the sub lord and relying only on house placement
- Using wrong ayanamsa or house system
- Mixing traditional aspects with KP methods
- Not checking Ruling Planets for timing
- Giving predictions without analyzing cusp sub lords
- Forgetting that Rahu-Ketu primarily represent their star lords
- Making predictions without considering all levels of significators
Conclusion
KP Astrology represents a revolutionary approach to predictive astrology that emphasizes precision, clarity, and scientific methodology. By focusing on sub lords, significators, and ruling planets, KP provides unambiguous answers to life's questions.
Key Takeaways
- KP astrology is based on stellar positions (Nakshatras) and sub divisions
- The sub lord is the most critical factor in determining outcomes
- Significators are calculated in a specific order of strength
- Cuspal sub lords determine whether a promise exists in the horoscope
- Ruling Planets help time events with precision
- House combinations indicate specific life events
- KP excels in horary astrology for quick, accurate answers
Begin Your KP Journey
Start by practicing with your own chart. Calculate significators for important houses, analyze cuspal sub lords, and verify predictions with past events. KP astrology rewards dedicated study with remarkable predictive accuracy.
Remember that KP astrology is both a science and an art. While the techniques are systematic and precise, interpretation requires practice, intuition, and ethical responsibility. Use this knowledge to guide and help others, always maintaining the highest standards of integrity.
