What is Mangal Dosha – Causes, Effects and Remedies
As per Vedic Astrology, life of an individual is heavily impacted by various planetary positions and movements in his natal chart. Conjunction and placements of Planets can lead to auspicious as well as malefic combinations being formed in the horoscope; these are known as Yogas and Doshas. There are numerous malefic Doshas which can be formed due to various Planets of the Navgraha. Some of these are much harmful whereas others can be milder. One such Dosha which impacts many Kundlis is the Manglik Dosha or the Kuja Dosha. In Vedic Astrology, Mangal or Planet Mars is a powerful Planet thus the Manglik Dosha holds a great significance. The Dosha can have several negative impacts on the native but it is especially known for the nuisance it creates for individuals looking to get married or in one’s married life.
When the Planet Mars is weakly placed in the birth chart especially in houses 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th, the person is said to suffer from Manglik Dosha. Different placements of Planet Mars and also placement of other planets in the chart may determine the intensity and strength of the Dosha. Primarily the Manglik Dosha causes delay in marriage, it will create obstacles and hurdles in getting an ideal life partner. Another issue is that in Vedic Astrology it is recommended that a person with Manglik Dosha in his or her Kundli should marry somebody who also has the said Dosha as then the Dosha cancels itself out.
About Mangal Dosha / Manglik Dosha
Planet Mars or Mangal Dev is considered as the God of War. The red Planet blesses natives with self-confidence, purpose, vigor, fearlessness and zeal. It is also related with power, anger, courage and good fortune. A weakly placed Mars in Kundli can make a person egoistic, self-centered and conceited. Thus it is stated that a person who has Mangal Dosha in his natal chart shouldn’t marry a non-manglik person as it will be difficult for them to have a happy and long married life. Mangal Dosha in the Kundli of one of either husband or wife can cause issues such as sufferings, health issues, financial problems, obstacles, mental stress and in extreme cases it can even result in death or separation. Therefore, it is often advised that a Manglik individual should get married to another Manglik person. It is essential to consult a learned and knowledgeable Vedic Astrologer as he or she may guide whether the match can go ahead with undertaking or remedies or it should be avoided altogether. Also it is believed that the Manglik Dosha has strong impact only till the age of 28 years for a native after which its strength diminishes.
What Causes Mangal Dosha
It is important to first try to understand how and why Manglik Doshs forms in a Kundli. Planet Mars is a fiery and aggressive planet, when placed in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house it causes energy imbalance which has a negative impact and bring challenges in marriage, such as delays, conflicts or disharmony. A person with Mangal Dosha is his or her Kundli will be incompatible with somebody who isn’t Manglik. Thus it is generally accepted that a Manglik should only marry a Manglik, which cancels the malefic effects of the dosha. Mangal Dosh can cause issues such as early marriage, late marriage, broken marriage and martial discords, thus the Mangal Dosha is considered very malefic and dangerous. But there are also unique remedies that can be done to negate the malefic effects of the Mangal Dosha. Some of these remedies include that the native first symbolically marry a kumbh (wooden pot), peepal tree or Shaligram. This way the said articles will absorb the Dosha’s malefic effects.
Effects of Planet Mars (Mangal Graha) in Different Houses
Mars in First House
When Mars is placed in first house which is referred to as the ‘House of Self’ it causes pointless arguments. This tendency is more likely to occur when a non-Manglik marries a Manglik. This will eventually cause needless stress, anxiety and compatibility issues which will negatively impact the marriage.
Mars in Second House
When Mars is placed in second house there will be a steady rise in disputes. Mars in second house causes career and family issue. There are chances that the native’s married life and career would suffer as a result of Mangal Dosha. Their family's lives is negatively impacted as well due to underlying issues.
Mars in Fourth House
Professional issues are likely to occur when Mars is placed in the fourth house and is active and aggressive. These problems will eventually make the native unhappy with his professional career causing financial hardships, resulting in adverse impact of family and family life.
Mars in Seventh House
When Mars is Placed in the seventh house, it makes individual aggressive and angry. He may have a negative outlook towards things and thus it is difficult for them to have a fruitful and positive relationship with their spouse and other family members. They will also try to dominate and dictate others causing issues and problems.
Mars in Eight House
Mars in the eighth house indicates that the individual will be lethargic and unproductive. He may have a higher chance of straying in a relationship. He will also be uncompromising or adjusting in a relationship causing issues for the spouse.
Mars in Twelfth House
Mars placed in twelfth house can lead to many issues such as health problems, financial issues, extramarital affairs and mental stress. It is difficult for such individuals to be in a productive and cordial relationship.
Mangal Dosha is Kundli is pretty common with around 40 – 50% of all Kundli suffering from the same according to some estimates. Many a times Mangal Dosha is not as horrible and malefic as it is made out to be. The strength of the Dosha depends upon a number of factors such as placement of other planets and more. It’s vital to consult an experienced astrologer for Kundli milap if any of the husband or wife has Mangal Dosha in the Kundli. He may recommend one of the below mentioned appropriate remedy to undertake to pacify the malefic effects of the Dosha.
Remedies for Mangal Dosha
Mangal Dosha is also called Kuja Dosha, Bhom Dosha, or Angarakha Dosha. It is a common dosha that can affect both men and women. This dosha generally influences married life by generating difficulties and conflict, occasionally which can result in separation and divorce. Mangal Dosha also indicates financial and professional difficulties. However, one has no reason to be worried about the unfavorable effects of this dosha because there are some remedies that can help to cancel out the negative effects of Mangal. There are specific rituals and chants that can be performed. Here's a list.
Mangal Dosh Nivaran Puja
In the Puja, Lord Mangal Dev is invoked and worshipped. His blessings are sought and mantra Jaap done to appease Mangal Graha and nullify the malefic effects of the Mangal Dosha.
Kumbh Vivah
Kumbh Vivah is a ritual performed to negate the malefic effects of Mangal dosha when one partner in a marriage is Manglik. In the ritual the partner who is Manglik is first symbolically married to an earthen pot and after the ceremony the earthen pot is broken. There are some variations of the ritual which in a Peepal tree or a banana tree or a Shaligram or a Lord Vishnu’s image is used instead of the clay pot.
Fasting / Chanting Mangal Mantra
Fasting and chanting of the Mangal Mantra on every Tuesday is considered as a potent remedy to mitigate the Mangal Dosha.
Donations / Offerings
Donating to the poor and the needy especially on a Tuesday is considered beneficial for an individual who is Manglik. Offerings of red clothes, food items especially red lentils and jaggery is considered helpful. Visit to a Navgraha temple is also considered beneficial.
Worshipping Lord Hanuman
Worshipping Lord Hanuman can also be beneficial in eliminating the negative effects of Mangal Dosha. Since Lord Hanuman is believed to be protector of Planet Mars. Natives having this dosha must regularly worship Lord Hanuman, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Chanting Hanuman Chalisa or Bajrang Baan mantra is also helpful.
Wearing Red Coral Gemstone / 6 mukhi Rudraksha Bead
To pacify Mangal Dosha wearing of an energized Red Coral gemstone or a 6 mukhi Rudraksha bead is another excellent remedy. It is of utmost importance to first consult a learned astrologer and get the horoscope analyzed before wearing a gemstone.
Pitru Dosha – Causes, Symptoms, Remedies
Pitru Dosha or Pitra Dosh is a common yet a highly malefic Dosha. Pitru means ‘forefathers or ancestors’ and Dosha mean ‘defect or problem’. The Dosha is caused due to unsatisfied departed souls of one’s forefathers. As per scriptures many a times when a person dies an unnatural or untimely death like in an accident or he dies with an unfulfilled desire or doesn’t receive proper list rites and ritual of antyeshti and shraddh or due to negative karma done in their lifetimes, the onward journey of such souls is troubled which causes miseries to both the departed and the family left behind. For any individual the reason for Pitru Dosh in Kundli is karmic debt and imbalance also known as Pitru rin or ancestral debt which needs to be settled. It is often exhibited in the Kundli by specific planetary combinations commonly involving the Sun, Moon, Rahu, Ketu or the ninth house (house of ancestors). Pitru Dosh is said to manifest as obstacles in career, marriage delays, financial issues, health problems, mental stress and recurring family problems. It is regarded as one of the top three most malefic dosha that can occur in the natal birth of an individual.
Effects of Pitra Dosh in Kundli
Depending upon conjunction and placement of various planets causing the Pitra Dosh in Kundli, the impact and severity of the malefic effects can vary for a native. A learned and knowledgeable astrologer can analyze the birth chart and provide more insights about the nature of the dosha in the native’s kundli. Pitra Dosh is a malefic dosha that can cause mental, physical and emotional sufferings. Malefic effects of the Pitra Dosh in Kundli can manifest in various aspects of life, often creating persistent obstacles, delays and hurdles. Natives with this dosh may experience repeated financial losses, mental stress, career stagnation, or obstacles in business despite hard work. It can cause delays in marriage, disharmony in relationships, or issues in conceiving children. Health problems especially recurring or hereditary ailments may also be seen in the family. In some cases, disputes over ancestral property or lack of unity among family members arise.
Types and Signs of Pitra Dosh
Sometimes various Pitru Dosh formed in various kundlis are classified as per their karmic and astrological reasons, they are generally classified into the following main types:
Karmic Pitru Dosh – Caused by negative karma and wrong deeds or sins committed by one’s ancestors.
Astrological Pitru Dosh – Forms due to specific planetary combinations especially in the ninth house (house of ancestors)
Shraddha/Tarpan Neglect Pitru Dosh – Occurs when proper ancestral rites, Shraddha, or Tarpan have not been performed
Unnatural Death Pitru Dosh – Caused when an ancestor suffered a violent or untimely death.
Matrutru Dosh – Pitru Dosh but linked to the maternal lineage
Also, there are some tell-tale signs that reveal that an individual may be suffering from Pitru Dosha. If one finds below issues and problems with self or with someone in family, then they should get their natal chart analyzed for Pitru Dosha.
Constant obstacles and hurdles in both personal and professional life
Delay in marriage or issues in conceiving a child
Financial problems such as debt and constant financial issues
Recurring health issues, diseases and ailments in family
Constant stress and conflicts in family without any major reason
Issues in career, education, growth and success
Recurring dreams of snakes or that of deceased family members
Planetary Positions that form the Pitra Dosh
When analyzing the horoscope for Pitra Dosh, a Vedic Astrologer will look for below mentioned planetary positions in the natal chart to determine Pitru Dosha.
1. Pitru Dosh forms in a kundli when the ninth house or its ruling planet comes under conjunction or opposition with Rahu or Ketu in a birth chart.
2. It may also be indicated when the Sun, Jupiter, Rahu, and Ketu are positioned in such a way that they conjoin or directly oppose each other in the horoscope.
3. Pitru dosh can manifest if Rahu is placed in the ascendant while the ascendant’s ruling planet resides in the sixth, eighth, or twelfth house.
4. When the ruler of the sixth, eighth, or twelfth house aligns with or opposes the planets involved in forming Pitru Dosh.
Pitra Dosh Remedies
Below are some popular remedies recommended to mitigate malefic effects of the Pitru Dosha:
Pitru Dosh Nivaran Puja
Pitru Dosh Nivaran Puja is recommended as the most potent way to nullify the malefic effects of the Pitru Dosh. The Puja can be conducted at home or in a temple. During the Puja Pitra Dosh Nivaran Mantra Jaap is done, along with rituals such as pind daan and tarpan.
Shraddh Puja during Pitru Paksha
Pitru Paksha is a 15 days period dedicated to venerating one’s ancestors. Shraddh Puja done during this period complete with pind daan and tarpan helps remove the Pitra Dosh.
Donation and Brahmin Bhoj
Charity or donation to the poor and needy, also brahmin bhoj meaning feeding of Brahmins ensure their blessings and removal of the malefic effects of the Dosha. Feeding of cows is also recommended.
Wearing of Appropriate Gemstone and Rudraksha
Wearing to appropriate gemstone or Rudraksha bead to strength position of certain planets can also help reduce the malefic impact of Pitra Dosh. However, one should first consult a knowledgeable astrologer before wearing the gemstone or rudraksha to know the correct methodology of using the same.
Vedic Astrology for Wealth and Prosperity
A person's birth chart, also referred to as their horoscope or natal chart, is a map showing the positions of the Navgraha (9 Planets) at the moment of their birth. According to popular belief, a person's personality, inclinations, strengths, weaknesses and life events are exhibited and can be known from their birth chart's planetary positions. There are twelve houses in the birth chart, each of which stands for an individual component of the individual's life. The first house, for instance, is symbolic of the individual, the second of wealth and belongings, the fourth of home and family, and so forth. The positions of the planets in each house can reveal more details about a person's past, present and future. By studying the birth chart of an individual various aspects and facets of his life can be known, like his temperament, nature, health, career and also his potential for attracting and acquiring wealth and prosperity. To know more about a person’s financial standing it is vital to check the placement of various Planets which bless a native with the blessings of wealth and prosperity.
Planets in Vedic Astrology That Signify Wealth
Although in Vedic astrology most of the nine Planets are someway related to wealth and financial prosperity but some Planets namely Venus, Rahu, Mercury and the Moon are directly and closely related to blessings of money, wealth and financial prosperity.
Planet Venus (Shukra Graha)
Planet Venus is known as the planet of luxury, love and beauty. It is also linked to material wealth and worldly goods. Its position in the birth chart might reveal information about a person's capacity to attract wealth and material growth. Venus represents material wealth, financial success, and the capacity to appreciate finer things in life when it is strongly placed in an individual's birth chart. In roman mythology, Venus is a goddess of pleasure, elegance and beauty. As such, the energy of strong Venus can draw in prosperity and financial progress.
Planet Rahu
Rahu is regarded as one of the shadow planets in Vedic astrology and is linked to worldly achievement and materialistic aspirations. Although Rahu isn't usually thought of as a planet that specifically signifies wealth, its position and effects in a person's birth chart can have an effect on their ability to make money. The characteristics of desire, creativity, and taking chances that are connected with Rahu might be beneficial while aiming for financial success. Rahu, however, can also be a sign of a propensity for materialism, greed, and impulsive decisions, all of which can be harmful to wealth.
Rahu's position in a person's birth chart can suggest areas of concentration or chances for prosperity in money. For instance, Rahu in the second house, which is linked to wealth and belongings, can suggest that an individual has a great desire to succeed financially and may be able to do so by using unusual strategies or taking risks. Rahu's placement in the 11th house, which is related to gains and income, might also suggest a person's capacity for making money through unorthodox methods, like technology or entrepreneurship.
Planet Jupiter (Brahaspati Graha)
Planet Jupiter is regarded as the Planet of wisdom and knowledge. In Vedic astrology, Planet Jupiter (Guru) is regarded as the most benevolent and auspicious planet, often called the karaka (significator) of wealth, wisdom, and prosperity. Jupiter represents expansion, abundance, and divine blessings. When strongly in a birth chart it bestows financial stability and long-term prosperity. Planet Jupiter governs knowledge and good karma, which are key drivers for attracting sustainable wealth. A strong Jupiter enhances one’s judgment and optimism which are traits that naturally lead to material progress and abundance.
Planet Mercury (Buddh Graha)
Planet Mercury is regarded as a planet of communication and finance in addition to being the planet of intelligence and wisdom. Its position in the birth chart might reveal information about a person's financial potential and capacity for sound financial judgment. A strongly placed Mercury can be a sign of financial success, expertise in finance, and the capacity to make prudent financial judgments. The influence and energy of Planet Mercury can attract profound chances for prosperity and financial progress.
Planet Moon (Chandra Graha)
The Moon is also known as the planet of emotions and prosperity in the material world. It is the planet of intuition and support. Its position in the birth chart can reveal information about a person's capacity for attracting wealth and their potential for financial success. A good position of the Moon in the birth chart can suggest financial success, stability and the capacity to attract wealth into one's life. The Moon can draw chances for success and financial gain because it is connected to emotions, intuition and nurturing.
Planetary Combinations for Wealth and Prosperity
When an individual has one or more Planets which are associated with wealth and financial prosperity favorably placed in his birth chart it improves the chances of him to attract opportunities to make money. When an auspicious conjunction or combination of Planets related to finance are formed known as Yog it leads to blessings financial success and prosperity. Yogas such as Raj Yog, Gaj Kesari Yog and Laxmi Yog and others can lead to financial growth. Even individual placement of benefic Planets such as that of Jupiter and Venus or Mercury and Moon can enhance an individual’s potential to attract and accumulate wealth and prosperity. But it's important to understand that a person's financial growth is not only due to mere positions of the planets in their birth chart but due to a variety of factors such as Karma, effort, perseverance, planning and more.
Financial Success through Vedic Astrology
Even while Vedic astrology can shed light on a person's financial prospects, it's crucial to apply this knowledge as a means of personal development. A person may work toward realizing their financial potential and building a prosperous future by comprehending the strengths and weaknesses stated in their birth chart. Consulting with a skilled astrologer can be the first step to use Vedic astrology as a tool for financial success. A person's financial potential can be ascertained by analyzing their birth chart, and an astrologer can also provide guidance on how to optimize finances. Based on planetary transits, they can also offer advice on when it's best to make investments and take financial decisions.
Developing self-awareness and self-reflection is another approach to apply Vedic astrology for financial success. A person can strive toward realizing their financial potential and building a prosperous future by analyzing their own strengths and limitations as shown by their birth chart. A person may profit by pursuing economic endeavors or investments that are in line with their own principles and views. Based on the position of the planets in a person's birth chart, Vedic astrology can provide insights into their potential for prosperity and wealth. In Vedic astrology, the planets Venus, Mercury, Moon and also Jupiter are thought to represent wealth. Nonetheless, it is crucial to remember that a person's financial success is influenced by a variety of factors, including hard effort, perseverance, and sound financial planning. The positioning of planets in the birth chart is simply one of the factors.
Developing self-awareness and self-reflection is another approach to apply Vedic astrology for financial success. A person can strive toward realizing their financial potential and building a prosperous future by analyzing their own strengths and limitations as shown by their birth chart. A person may profit by pursuing economic endeavors or investments that are in line with their own principles and views. Based on the position of the planets in a person's birth chart, Vedic astrology can provide insights into their potential for prosperity and wealth. In Vedic astrology, the planets Venus, Mercury, Moon and also Jupiter are thought to represent wealth. Nonetheless, it is crucial to remember that a person's financial success is influenced by a variety of factors, including hard effort, perseverance, and sound financial planning. The positioning of planets in the birth chart is simply one of the factors.
Remedies to Attract Wealth and Prosperity
In Vedic Astrology, there are simple remedies and rituals that can be used to appease Navgraha and seek blessings of wealth and prosperity. Some of these remedies and rituals to attract wealth and good fortune are mentioned below:
1. Mantra recitation of Goddess Laxmi, Lord Kuber and Navagraha along with their Puja and Hawan
2. Donation to poor, needy, animals especially cows help attract positivity, auspiciousness and good fortune
3. Place and Worship Sri Yantra on your Puja Altar
4. Keep your home and office clean, organized and clutter-free
5. Remove water leakages and broken clocks and watches from home
6. Strengthen required Planets by wearing appropriate gemstone and Rudraksha
To get a complete picture of an individual's financial and wealth potential, it is necessary to examine the kundli as a whole, taking into account the placements of the planets, houses, and their relationships. The signs of wealth in a person's financial life can also be significantly affected by other elements including initiative on their part, timing, placement of other planets and more.