Grahan Yog (Dosha in Kundali)
In Vedic Astrology, Grahan Yog (also known as Grahan Dosha) is considered an inauspicious planetary combination in a person's birth chart (Kundali). The word "Grahan" literally means "eclipse."
This "Yog" or "Dosha" is formed when the shadow planets Rahu or Ketu are conjunct (placed in the same house) with either the Sun (Surya) or the Moon (Chandra) in a horoscope.
* Surya Grahan Yog: Formed when the Sun is conjoined with Rahu or Ketu.
* Chandra Grahan Yog: Formed when the Moon is conjoined with Rahu or Ketu.
Why is it considered inauspicious?
In Vedic astrology, the Sun represents the soul, father, authority, ego, and vitality, while the Moon represents the mind, mother, emotions, and general well-being. Rahu and Ketu are considered malefic (negative) planets that cast a "shadow" over the luminaries (Sun and Moon), similar to how an eclipse physically obscures the Sun or Moon.
This "shadowing" is believed to weaken the positive significations of the Sun or Moon in a person's life, leading to various challenges and struggles.
Common believed effects of Grahan Yog:
The specific effects depend on which planet is afflicted (Sun or Moon), which house the conjunction occurs in, and the overall strength of other planets in the chart. However, some general impacts include:
* Mental and Emotional Instability: Anxiety, depression, indecisiveness, confusion, lack of peace of mind.
* Health Issues: Problems related to eyes, heart (for Sun), or mental health, emotional well-being (for Moon).
* Relationship Problems: Difficulties with parents (especially father for Sun, mother for Moon), marital discord, lack of harmony in relationships.
* Career and Financial Obstacles: Challenges in professional life, financial instability, difficulty achieving success despite efforts.
* Lack of Confidence and Identity Issues: Feeling misunderstood, lack of clarity about one's purpose.
* Karmic Debts: It is often associated with unresolved karmic issues from past lives.
Grahan Yog Shanti (Remedies):
"Shanti" means peace or pacification. Grahan Yog Shanti refers to specific rituals, pujas, and remedies performed to mitigate or reduce the negative effects of Grahan Yog in a birth chart. These remedies aim to strengthen the afflicted planet (Sun or Moon) and appease Rahu and Ketu.
Common remedies include:
* Grahan Yog Shanti Puja: This is a comprehensive puja performed by qualified priests, often involving specific mantras, homas (fire rituals), and offerings to Lord Shiva (who controls Rahu and Ketu), the Sun, Moon, Rahu, and Ketu. It can be performed on specific days like Sundays (for Surya Grahan Yog), Mondays (for Chandra Grahan Yog), or Amavasya (new moon day).
* Mantra Chanting:
* Chanting mantras related to the Sun (e.g., "Om Suryaya Namah," Aditya Hridaya Stotra) if the Sun is afflicted.
* Chanting mantras related to the Moon (e.g., "Om Chandraya Namah," Gayatri Mantra, Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra) if the Moon is afflicted.
* Chanting Rahu Beej Mantra or Ketu Beej Mantra.
* Donations (Daan): Donating items associated with the afflicted planets or Rahu/Ketu. For example:
* For Surya Grahan: Wheat, jaggery, red cloth, copper, ruby (on Sundays).
* For Chandra Grahan: Rice, white cloth, milk, silver, pearl (on Mondays).
* Fasting: Observing fasts on specific days (Sundays for Sun, Mondays for Moon, or during actual eclipse periods).
* Worship: Worshipping Lord Shiva and Lord Hanuman is often recommended as they are believed to control the shadow planets.
* Wearing Gemstones: Only after consulting a knowledgeable astrologer, specific gemstones like Ruby (for Sun) or Pearl (for Moon) might be recommended to strengthen the weak planet.
* Good Deeds and Charity: Engaging in selfless service and acts of kindness is always beneficial for reducing negative karmic influences.
It's important to consult a knowledgeable and ethical Vedic astrologer if you suspect you have Grahan Yog in your birth chart. They can accurately analyze your chart and recommend the most suitable remedies based on the specific planetary positions and their strength.
Bharti Sanjay Waikar
Astrologically Yours
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