Akbar the Great Birth Chart

Akbar the Great (October 15, 1542 – October 27, 1605), born Jalal-ud-Din Muhammad Akbar, was the third Mughal emperor who ruled from 1556 to 1605. Son of Humayun and Hamida Banu Begum, he ascended the throne at age 13 and expanded the Mughal Empire across most of the Indian subcontinent through military conquests, administrative reforms, and religious tolerance policies like Sulh-i-Kul. His reign marked a golden age of art, culture, and economic prosperity, earning him the title "the Great."

I have corrected Emperor Akbar's Lagna as Cancer and Leo Moon (Magha Nakshatra). His Valor is due to Jupiter and Mercury in 3rd H and Boldness because of Mars in 6th H Sagittarius.

His addicted to flattery revealed by Moon in Leo.

He lost his Father Babur in early age of 12 due to Saturn with debilitated Sun in 4th H. His rivalry with his own Children especially Jahangir (Salim) marked by 5th H lord Mars in 6th H.

His embrace to every Religion equally shown by 9th H lord Jupiter in 3rd H aspects on own Bhava and Mars from 6th H aspects on 9th H.

Physical Appearance & Height

Descriptions from contemporary observers like Father Antonio Monserrate (a Jesuit missionary at Akbar’s court) and his son Jahangir provide a vivid picture:

• Height: He was of middle stature (average height for the time). Modern estimates based on descriptions place him at approximately 5'7" (170 cm).

• Physique: He was powerfully built, with broad shoulders and long arms (reputedly reaching his knees). He was described as "sturdy, hearty, and robust," possessing a "lion-like" gait.

• Facial Features: He had a wheat-colored (tan) complexion. His eyes were described as bright and "shimmering like a sea in the sunlight."

• Distinctive Marks: He had a prominent mole (wart) on the left side of his nose, which was considered a sign of good fortune.

• Legs: He was slightly bow-legged (possibly from spending so much of his life on horseback) and had a slight limp in his left leg, though he was incredibly agile.

Yearwise Biography

• 1542: Born on October 15 in Umarkot (now in Sindh, Pakistan) to Humayun and Hamida Banu Begum during Humayun's exile; named Jalal-ud-Din Muhammad.
  
  
• 1550: At age 8, separated from his father during Humayun's campaigns; placed under the care of regent Bairam Khan.
  
  
• 1556: Father Humayun died on January 27; Akbar ascended the throne at age 13 on February 14 in Kalanaur, Punjab, with Bairam Khan as regent. Won the Second Battle of Panipat on November 5 against Hemu, securing the throne.
  
  
• 1560: At 18, assumed full power, dismissing Bairam Khan after a power struggle; executed him in 1561.
  
  
• 1562: Married Ruqaiya Sultan Begum; issued an edict of religious tolerance, allowing Hindus to worship freely and abolishing the jizya tax on non-Muslims.
  
  
• 1564: Reimposed jizya temporarily but revoked it permanently in 1579; began centralizing administration with the mansabdari system.
  
  
• 1567–1568: Conquered Chittor (Mewar) after a siege, committing jauhar (mass self-immolation) by Rajputs; showed mercy to survivors.
  
  
• 1569: Birth of son Salim (later Jahangir) to Mariam-uz-Zamani (Jodha Bai); founded Fatehpur Sikri as his capital.
  
  
• 1572: Conquered Gujarat, gaining access to maritime trade routes.
  
  
• 1573: Annexed Bengal after defeating Afghan rulers, expanding eastward.
  
  
• 1576: Battle of Haldighati against Maharana Pratap of Mewar; Pratap escaped but continued guerrilla warfare.
  
  
• 1580s: Consolidated control over Rajasthan through alliances and marriages with Rajput princesses; reformed land revenue with Todar Mal's zabt system.
  
  
• 1582: Introduced Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic faith blending elements of Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, and Zoroastrianism, attended by a few courtiers.
  
  
• 1585–1595: Expanded into Kashmir (1586), Sindh (1591), and parts of the Deccan; patronized arts, establishing the Ibadat Khana for interfaith debates.
  
  
• 1595: Conquered Kandahar from Safavids, securing northwest frontiers.
  
  
• 1600: Faced rebellion by son Salim (Jahangir) but reconciled; continued building Fatehpur Sikri's architecture, including Buland Darwaza.
  
  
• 1605: Fell ill with dysentery in October; died on October 27 in Agra at age 63, succeeded by Jahangir; buried in Sikandra, Agra.

Personality & Character

Akbar was a man of immense contradictions—a fierce warrior who sought universal peace (Sulh-i-kul).

• Intellect: Although illiterate (likely due to dyslexia), he was incredibly well-read. He had a massive library and had scholars read to him daily. He possessed a photographic memory.

• Temperament: He had a "terrible presence" and a short temper when younger, but he grew into a deeply philosophical and tolerant ruler. He was known for being extremely accessible to common people.

• Energy Levels: He was famously tireless. He required very little sleep (often only 3 hours) and was a legendary hunter and polo player.

• Religious Curiosity: He was deeply spiritual and restless, eventually creating Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic belief system intended to bridge the gaps between his Hindu and Muslim subjects.

Family

• Parents: Humayun and Hamida Banu Begum.
• Wives: Ruqaiya Sultan Begum (primary), Mariam-uz-Zamani (mother of Jahangir), and others (total around 36, including Rajput alliances).
• Children: Jahangir (Salim), Murad, Daniyal, and others (several died young).

Health

• Generally robust and athletic; died of dysentery after a prolonged illness.

Wealth

• Vast empire generated immense revenue (e.g., from land taxes, trade); personal wealth in jewels, arts, and treasures, but focused on public works.