Yoga (योग) — Meaning, Definition & Examples | My Kundli AI

What is Yoga?

Yoga (Yoga, योग) — In Vedic astrology, a Yoga is a specific planetary combination that produces significant positive or negative effects in the native's life.

A Yoga in Vedic astrology is a specific configuration of planets that produces notable effects — either auspicious (Shubh Yoga) or inauspicious (Ashubh Yoga). Unlike the physical practice of yoga, astrological Yogas are formed by planetary conjunctions, aspects, or positional relationships. There are hundreds of Yogas described in classical texts like Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra and Phaladeepika. Major categories include Raja Yogas (power and authority), Dhana Yogas (wealth), Panch Mahapurusha Yogas (formed by Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, or Saturn in Kendra), and Arishta Yogas (misfortune). The strength of a Yoga depends on the strength of the participating planets.

Examples

Gajakesari Yoga — Jupiter in Kendra from Moon — gives wisdom, fame, and prosperity.

Raj Yoga — formed by lords of Kendra and Trikona houses — grants authority and status.

Panch Mahapurusha Yogas are formed when Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, or Saturn occupy their own or exaltation sign in a Kendra.

Practical Application

Identifying Yogas in a birth chart reveals areas of exceptional talent, potential wealth, or challenges. Strong Yogas indicate where the native will excel, while understanding challenging Yogas helps prepare and apply remedies.

Common Misconceptions

Having a Yoga in your chart doesn't guarantee results — the strength of participating planets and their dasha activation matters.

Many Yogas are present in every chart — what matters is the number of strong, well-activated Yogas.

Astrological Yoga has no connection to the physical practice of yoga, though both derive from the Sanskrit root meaning 'union.'

Related Terms

Raj Yogaराज योग

Gajakesari Yogaगजकेसरी योग

Doshaदोष

Grahaग्रह

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Yoga in astrology?

A Yoga is a planetary combination in the birth chart that produces specific results. Positive Yogas (like Raja Yoga) bring success and prosperity, while challenging ones indicate areas needing attention. There are hundreds of Yogas in classical Vedic texts.

How do I know which Yogas I have?

A detailed Kundli analysis reveals the Yogas present in your chart. AI-powered tools like My Kundli AI can automatically identify Yogas based on your planetary positions.

Do all Yogas manifest?

Not all Yogas produce visible results. A Yoga manifests when: (1) the participating planets are strong, (2) the relevant dasha period is active, and (3) supporting transits trigger it.

What is the strongest Yoga?

There's no single 'strongest' Yoga — it depends on the chart. However, the Panch Mahapurusha Yogas (especially Hamsa Yoga of Jupiter and Malavya Yoga of Venus) and multiple Raja Yogas are considered extremely powerful.