Mangal Dosha, also known as Kuja Dosha, Bhom Dosha, or Angarakha Dosha, is a significant astrological condition in Vedic astrology. It arises due to the unfavorable placement of the planet Mars—referred to as Mangal or Kuja in Sanskrit—in specific houses of an individual’s horoscope.
This dosha is present when Mars is located in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house of the natal chart. A person with this planetary position is known as a Manglik. Since the horoscope contains twelve houses, the presence of Mars in any of these six houses triggers the Mangal Dosha.
Mars symbolizes energy, confidence, ego, and assertiveness. Consequently, individuals affected by Mangal Dosha may exhibit impulsive behavior and a quick temper, often leading to difficulties in relationships, especially marital life. The dosha can cause emotional instability, financial problems, and even disharmony or separation in marriage. In extreme cases, it is believed to endanger the life of the non-Manglik partner.
However, there are exceptions and remedies. For instance, if a Manglik individual is born on a Tuesday, the dosha is considered neutralized. Similarly, if both partners are Manglik, the dosha’s negative effects are believed to cancel each other out.
Ritual Remedies for Mangal Dosha
One traditional remedy is performing the Kumbh Vivah ritual, particularly when a Manglik intends to marry a non-Manglik. In this ceremony, the Manglik person symbolically marries a banana tree, peepal tree, or (in the case of women) a silver or gold idol of Lord Vishnu. This ritual is believed to absorb and eliminate the harmful effects of Mangal Dosha.
Jyotish Acharya Dr. Sachin Lohia, a renowned astrologer, palmist, Vastu expert, and numerologist based in Delhi, specializes in performing this Kumbh Vivah as per Vedic traditions. The ceremony involves chanting of Sanskrit mantras and performing a Hawan (fire ritual) to nullify the dosha’s malefic impact. Once the ritual and suggested remedies are followed, a marriage between a Manglik and non-Manglik can be considered astrologically safe.
Recommended Remedies for Mangal Dosha
Dr. Lohia also suggests the following astrological remedies to reduce the influence of Mangal Dosha:
- Recite Hanuman Chalisa daily after bathing.
- Feed birds with something sweet consistently for at least six months.
- Observe a fast on Tuesdays in devotion to Lord Hanuman.
These remedies, when followed with faith and consistency, are believed to help manage and mitigate the effects of Mangal Dosha and bring harmony in marital life.
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