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According to Vedic astrology, a dosha is like a blemish on a horoscope.
It means a defect in the horoscope is responsible for every failure of human pursuit.
The placement of each planet in our horoscope plays an important role in our lives.
Vedic Astrology which fully depends on the movements of planetary bodies gives a clear picture of different dosha in a birth chart and their favorable and unfavorable effects on human life.
Chandra dosha is one of such major dosha which affects the human body and mind to a great extent.
According to the Vedic Astrology, when Moon is ill-positioned in the horoscope it creates the Chandra Dosha and a person suffers from mental diseases, insomnia, and restlessness.
Moon is the only natural satellite of earth and the largest among all other satellites in the solar system relative to the size of its planet.
As we all know, moon causes high tide and low tide in the sea. Similarly, the moon has a solid effect on the human body, mind, and emotions.
Even Hindu Vedic shastras describe the moon as the most influential planet that governs the thought process, behavior, and feelings.
There are many positions of the Moon which creates dosha in a birth chart.
However, the most common factor that forms this Chandra dosh is the conjunction of Rahu and the Moon.
Planetary Positions of the moon that forms Chandra Dosha:
• The combination or conjunction of Rahu-Moon in the horoscope is known as Chandra Dosha.
• When the moon is forming a conjunction with Ketu and Rahu is inspecting the moon in the horoscope then it also creates Chandra Dosha.
• When Moon is in a weak position in the horoscope as well as when the moon forms a conjunction with any other malefic planet then it creates Chandra dosh.
• When a horoscope shows the conjunction of Sun-Moon, it also causes Chandra Dosha.
Effects of Chandra Dosha: As per Vedic astrology, the moon holds an important position in Hindu
culture.
The effects of Chandra Dosha depend on the combined position of Chandra-Rahu or Chandra-Ketu in a horoscope.
The moon malefic effects or Chandra Dosha develops many significant obstructions in one’s life.
Moon controls the mind and the mind controls all other senses of a human being.
So, if there is a Chandra dosha in a birth chart then it disturbs the mind to such extent that it becomes almost impossible for that person to make right decisions.
There are several adverse effects that one may experience or suffer in his/her lifetime due to the Chandra dosha.
A few of them are:
• Unstable mind, stress, weakness, and headache are some common problems one may face.
• With an unstable mind, a person starts doubting every decision (big or small in life) and becomes a victim of depressions, and cognitive disorders.
• Body pain, joint pain, lethargy, anxiety, and a negative attitude towards life are also some of the problems that one can face.
Financial crisis and there may be losses in wealth and property.
• It is observed that some women are experiencing menstrual problems and fertility issues due to this dosha.
• Vedic astrology describes Moon as the karaka of Mother. When the moon is weak positioned, it creates a disturbing relationship between that person and his/her mother.
Remedies for Chandra Dosha: Vedic Astrology talks about neutralizing the effect of Chandra Dosha which creates constant problems in one’s life.
A person suffering from Chandra dosha should consult an astrologer to remove the bad or malefic effects of the moon through puja, Homam, yagna, mantra chanting, and offerings. Followings are some common remedies to nullify the effects of Chandra Dosha:
• Chant Beej Mantra of Chandra every day for 108 times: “Om Som Somaya Namaha”.
• Visit a temple of Lord Shiva and offer milk to Shivalinga every Monday.
• Donate rice, grains, white cloth, silver to a brahmin on a Mondays.
• Donate milk or kheer to the poor/needy on the Full Moon and Mondays.
• Donate silver, if you can afford it and never accept silver as a donation or gift.
Always show respect to your mother and other elders.
• Observe fast or Vrat for 9 consecutive Mondays to reduce the effect of Chandra dosha.
• A person should offer water by adding little milk or white flowers to the moon at a neat and clean place, especially on Monday evening.
• Worshiping Moon God and meditating under the moonlight is quite helpful to reduce mental anxieties caused by a malefic moon.
Mantras to reduce the effects of Chandra Dosha:
Regular chanting of the following mantras is helpful to neutralize and stabilize the malefic planets that cause Chandra dosha:
• For Rahu (conjunction with Moon) – “Om Ram Ravahe Namaha“
• For Ketu (conjunction with Moon) – “Om Ketu Ketuve Namaha“
• For Moon God (Chandra Dev)- “Om Shram Shreem Shrom Sha Chandermse Namaha“.
• Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra (It is suggested that the person must start chanting the mantra on a Monday):
“Dadhi shankha tusharabham kshirodarnava sambhavam
Namani Shashinam somam shambor mukutbhushanam”
Summary:
According to Vedic astrology, Moon is considered the most influential of all the nine planets.
The planet moon is the significator or Mother that controls the mental abilities and emotions of a human being.
When Moon becomes weak due to its placement in a malefic house such as the sixth, eighth or the twelfth house or has conjunction with a malefic planet such as Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu, the person faces a downfall in mental peace, health, comfort, and luxuries.
Offering water to Moon God in the evening and donating white colored products such as milk, curd, rice, sugar, and ghee on Monday brings good results by reducing the effects of Chandra Dosha.
A person should consult a priest or astrologer to perform different remedies with accuracy and sanctity otherwise may not receive the desired results.
Chandra Dosha- How Does It Affect and Remedies
Moon, an astronomical body orbiting Earth which is also the 5th largest satellite in our solar system.
Alongside its enormous light and universal beauty, it has great importance in Astrology or Astronomy.
Similar to the other 8 planets of Astrology, Moon also plays a great role in the life of people.
In Astrology, Moon is the Karaka or significator of mind.
Thus, with its blessing in the Kundali, you can achieve a peaceful, determined, and visionary mind.
However, when Moon is in a weak position in the horoscope it causes many tremendous issues.
One such problem is the Chandra Dosha.
Chandra Dosha draws many significant obstructions in your life.
It makes you lack ability to focus, it becomes almost impossible for you to make decisions.
In addition to this, you lack confidence, creativity.
You are often mentally disturbed and it becomes tough to make efforts in a single direction.
Today in this article, we will discuss Chandra Dosh and will also tell you remedies to overcome it.
What is Chandra Dosha?
According to Vedic Astrology, the Chandra Dosha is formed when Moon is ill-posited in the horoscope.
There are many planetary positions for the Moon to be afflicted or weakened.
However, the most factor that forms this dosh is the conjunction of Rahu and Moon.
The combination of Rahu-Moon in the horoscope is known as Chandra Dosha.
This state is also called Grahan or eclipse.
Simply, if Rahu is posited with the Moon.
A person who has Chandra Dosh in their Kundali suffers a great deal of emotional struggle. They are often distracted and unsure.
Planetary Position
Along with the Rahu-Moon conjunction, there are some other planetary positions that creat Chandra Dosh.
These positions are
- If Rahu is aspecting Moon in the horoscope or Moon is forming a conjunction with Ketu then it also creates Chandra Dosha.
- When Moon is in a weak position in the horoscope it imparts a harmful impact. Also, when Moon forms a conjunction with a malefic planet, it creates Chandra dosh.
- In the horoscope, if a malefic planet is aspecting Moon it causes Chandra Dosha.
- The conjunction of Sun-Moon in the horoscope also causes Chandra Dosha.
Remedies for Chandra Dosha
If there is a Chandra Dosha in your horoscope then you may face many troubles in life.
It can make you a victim of misunderstandings and you may have doubts about your decisions.
A lack of determination and a lack of control of thoughts can make your life troublesome.
Along with this, you are also likely to have nervousness, desperation, and weak memory.
However, Astrology offers you a solution to overcome this Dosh by trying the remedies given below.
- According to Hindu Mythology, Moon is the ultimate devotee of Lord Shiva. Thus, if you worship Lord Shiva daily with devotion then you can get rid of Dosh.
- Chanting Mahamrityunjaya mantra daily also proves to be effective.
- Lord Ganesha is the son of Lord Shiva. He is also the Lord of art, science, and wisdom. Worshipping Lord Ganesha can also be helpful to get free from this Dosh.
- Doing pranayam daily can also reduce the effect of the dosha and it also reduces the spasticity of mind.
- Reciting Durgasaptashati Path removes the Chandra Dosha.
Chandra Dosha: Features, Effects, Remedies And More!
Are you suffering from an unstable mind?
Do you feel anxious and depressive throughout the day without any reason?
Do you have suicidal tendencies? Or anyone in your near family and friends are facing any of these problems?
You will need some astrological advice to stabilize your condition because you might be suffering from what is known as Chandra Dosha or Chandra Grahan Dosha.
Candra Grahan Dosha
Chandra Grahan or Lunar Eclipse Dosha is a situation when the Moon is in a birth chart with Rahu or Ketu.
As a matter of fact, Rahu and Ketu orbit around the sun in the opposite direction.
In addition, they stay on each planet for 18 months and in a house depending on their ascendant.
As they move, there might come a time when Chandra or moon will be in the same house as Rahu/ Ketu.
This situation is called Chandra Dosha.
If this Dosha occurs at the time of the birth of a baby, then the child will have a birth chart with the Chandra Dosha.
In fact, the instable planets, Rahu and Ketu will disorganise the effects of the moon.
The moon controls the mind. It is the ruler of the mind.
Under the effect of Rahu/ Ketu, the moon will lose control of the mind, hence leading to mental disorders.
Chandra Dosha is present in the birth chart if the baby is born during a lunar eclipse
Chandra Dosha Effects
The effects of Chandra Dosha depends on the house in which the combination of Chandra-Rahu or Chandra-Ketu exists.
If they exist in the second house, for example, then you will suffer from financial issues.
This is because the second house controls a person’s power to earn.
In this case, the effects are:
- Finances will not be sufficient.
- There will be losses in wealth and property
- Family problems will not end
- Success in career will be difficult
If the combination of Chandra and Ketu is in the 9th house, then Ketu will have some positive effects because Ketu will be in an exalted position in the 9th House.
Hence, the combination of Chandra and Ketu will make you positive and happy.
The positive effects will be:
- You will have a calm mind
- Optimism towards difficult tasks
- Respect for elders
- You will get good opportunities in terms of career
- Growth and progress in career will be fulfilling
- You will share a loving relationship with your spouse or partner
During Chandra Grahan, Chandra or the moon can turn into a malefic planet because of its position around the sun.
Pregnant women are most affected by Chandra Grahan according to Astrology.
A pregnant woman is prescribed not to watch the moon or come out of the house in any case, during the lunar eclipse.
It is said it can be dangerous for the womb.
A pregnant woman cannot cut any fruit or vegetable during the period of the eclipse because that may affect the baby’s limbs.
Using a scissor would affect the lips of the baby.
Combination of Chandra Rahu or Chandra Ketu lead to Chandra Dosh
Chandra Dosha Remedies
Vedic Astrology talks about neutralising the malefic planet in a house so that the beneficial planet can shower its goodness.
Thus, the remedies are sorted according to who is good or bad in a chart.
The one that is bad or malefic should be neutralised through puja, mantra chanting and offerings.
The remedies are:
- To chant Beej Mantra every day. The Beej Mantra is: “Om Som Somay Namaha ll”.
- Offer milk to Shivling on every Monday. This will neutralise Chandra if it is the malefic planet.
- Every Full Moon and on Mondays you must donate milk to the poor.
- Chant the mantra of the planet which is dangerous, so that it neutralises and stabilises that planet. These are: ‘Om Ram Ravahe Namaha’ for Rahu and ‘Om Ketu Ketuve Namaha’ for Ketu.
- Offer white items to the poor, rice, sugar, mishri and sweets.
- Feed dogs every Saturday.
- Besides, do fast on the full moon days.
Chandra Dosha due to movement of planets
Candra Dosha Symptoms
The prominent symptoms of Chandra Dosha are:
- Body ache
- Mental disorder
- Suicidal attempts
- Weakness
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Sexual problems
- Tensions and worries
Chandra Dosha Mantra For Mothers-to-be
Chandra Dosha Mantra is very effective when you have a Chandra Dosha in your chart. Mantras have a vibrating effect in the atmosphere which helps in the release of positive energy, which reduces the negativity around you.
Chandra Grahan Mantra, which is to be repeated by pregnant women during Chandra Grahan is:
“Dadhi shankha tusharabham kshirodharnava sambhavam ll
Namami shashinam somam shambhor mukutbhushanam ll”
WHOLESOME GUIDE FOR CHANDRA DOSHA
The Moon is one of the very important celestial bodies in the Vedic astrology especially in the matters related to Kundali.
The Moon is also known as Chandra or Soma.
This name is derived from the intoxicating sacred drink which is prominent in Vedic scriptures.
The meaning of Chandra is “shining and bright” which uses the Sanskrit language. The Moon is known to be the astrological element which represents thoughts and feelings on an emotional level.
It indicates an individual’s basic habits, deepest personal needs, and reactions by the individual due to unconsciousness of self.
Importance from the Astrological point:
In Hindu traditions and culture, the Moon is of utmost importance.
Its placement in an individual’s Kundali helps in determining many things.
Moon is considered to be the ruler of the zodiac signs that belong to the element water. It has more capacity than the Sun, to cause fluctuations in the moods and also drive individual personalities.
Moon is perceived to be the symbol of colossal purity and truth as well as the expression of wisdom and divinity.
Not only this but it also signifies the definite expression of charm, fantasy, beauty and dreams.
The color companied with the Moon is White and the gemstone is a Pearl.
Chandra Mahadasha:
If an individual contains the Moon as the Ruling Nakshatra then this creates a Chandra Mahadasha.
Moon is known to symbolize feelings that are maternal in nature and also other aspects like nourishment, fertility, emotions, public life, etc.
Due to such attributes it is natural for the individual to be intuitive, emotional and possess concerns related to the near and dear ones, home, etc.
Effects of Chandra Mahadasha:
Chandra Mahadasha effects makes a person very sensible as they acquire qualities like being affluent, sensitive, having good memory, receptive and tending to deeds that are meritorious.
If the Moon is strong during a Chandra Mahadasha then the person tends to be artistic, imaginative, fearless, knowledgeable, etc.
If the Moon is weak then the person might suffer from mental weakness, menstrual problems, kidney problems, lethargy, etc.
What exactly is Chandra Dosha?
This particular Dosha will appear in your Kundali due to the wrong position of the Moon at the time of Mahadasha.
This particular Dosha is likely to have a negative impact on your relationships as well as on the bond of the people close to you.
With this Dosha in your Kundali, you are likely to suffer from all kinds of diseases as well as physical pains.
You might even have to go through depression and a lot of mental stress.
Chandra Dosha is likely to cause some sort of personality problems in your, your emotions will constantly be on the edge and there will be problems on the family front as well as your mental condition won’t be good enough to deal with people properly.
Different Remedies for Curing Chandra Dosha:
In order to cure this particular Dosha and lessen its effect on your life, you must please the Moon since this Dosha is directly associated with the bad positioning of the Moon.
You are advised to donate things like rice, camphor, grains and a white cloth.
You can also consider donating silver, white sandal, flower, sugar, bullocks, pearls and curds.
Donating such things might bring a difference in your life.
Another way to lessen the effect of Chandra Dosha is by chanting the Chandra Graha Mantra without fail.
Gods Associated with Chandra Dosha:
In order to understand this Dosha, you must know that it was Daksha who cursed Moon to fade and lose its luster.
Lord Shiva then saved the Moon and wore it on his head.
Therefore, this makes Lord Shiva the ruler of Moon.
So, in order to please Moon you must pray to Goddess Parvati.
This will help in curing the effect this particular Dosha has on your life.
You can pray to Goddess Parvati either separately or with Moon.
Another way to please Moon to nullify the effect of Chandra Dosha is by praying to Ardhnareshwar.
Therefore, if you consult a proper astrologer, you will be able to get proper information and remedy about Chandra Dosha.
This Dosha can have a lot of negative impact in your life; hence, curing it is must.
Chandra Dosha Pariharam
Chandra Dosha happens when the positioning of Chandra or moon god in a person’s horoscope is weak or in a bad position.
Persons who have Chandra Dosham should do certain remedies (pariharam).
People with this dosha will face financial difficulties including sudden loss of wealth.
To overcome Chandra Dosha, the ideal option is to do worship of Durga or Kali on Mondays and also on birth tithi or rashi.
People with Chandra Dosha in horoscope will see relatives becoming enemies, mother facing troubles, trouble in relationships, depression, physical weakness, skin diseases etc.
Chandra Dosha usually affects people who are born on Amavasya night.
People born in Vrischika Rasi also face Chandra Dosha.
To overcome the difficulties one should wear white dress on Mondays and visit Goddess Shakti Temples.
Such people should also wake up early morning and take bath before sunrise.
Some astrologers suggest that wearing pearl helps in alleviating the bad effects.
The best and ideal solution is to worship Shiva daily.
Chant ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ mantra daily 108 times.
Once in a month offer white color sweet as prasad and later distribute it among children.
CHANDRA DOSH NIVARAN PUJA
Benefits of Chandra Dosh Nivaran Puja:
* Chandra Dosh Nivaran Puja leads to improved emotional stability, peace and harmony.
* Chandra Dosh Nivaran Puja pacifies Moon and removes the malefic effect of Chandra.
* It enhance beauty, brilliance, eyesight, memory and mental faculties.
* It enhance the positive results of moon’s position in horoscope while mitigating the negative effects.
A person having a strong Moon (Moon in its own Sign – Cancer, Moon in its exaltation sign Taurus or Moon being aspected by naturally benefic planets like Jupiter) is strong in context to his Will Power and Decisions, is always a Positive thinker and never falls prey to negative states of mind like Depression, Nervousness, Anxiety etc.
A person with a weak Moon can suffer from various diseases of chest, lung infections, tuberculosis, blood related problems, mental problems as well as depression and diseases related to digestive system like diarrhea, dysentery, etc.
Chandra Dosh Nivaran Puja
This dosha affects relationships of the person with the others around him. Unfavourable moon god causes various kinds of physical pains and diseases like mental tensions and diseases of breath.
This dosha affects relationships of the person with the others around him.
Unfavourable moon god causes various kinds of physical pains and diseases like mental tensions and diseases of breath.
Afflictions to the Moon show personality disorders, difficulties in relating to other people and emotional disturbances.
A strong Moon, on the other hand, shows sensitivity, receptivity, caring for others and a nurturing attitude in life.
Chandra Dosh
Chandra/Moon is one of the Nine planets and is situated in the north west direction of the almanac in the shape of square.
He is the Lord for Monday and the Lord of Cancer (Karka Rashi), Taurus (Vrishab Rashi) is his state of exalting.
The Chandra/Moon as the mind is indicative of all the senses and their ability to perceive life in all its splendours.
The Moon is particularly beneficial for the water sign Ascendants of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Its nature is kapha or watery.
Pearl is the gemstone attributed to him.
Moon/Chandra rules our emotions, thinking, general well-being and feminine presence in the birth-chart.
Hence, all theses areas are likely to come in limelight in this Chandra Dasha/Moon Dasha period of 10 years.
If placed well, this period will give a physical well being along with mental peace and emotional richness.
The females related to the subject will also receive added benefits from this period.
Emotions, sensitivity, romance and marriage will gain prominence along with all the fields close to a subject’s hearts. Public recognition and honor is also facilitated.
In case the moon is not so well placed, the related fields suffer a setback.
The problems of insomnia, lethargy, cough and cold, spleen and gastric disorders also come into play from the ill placement of the planet.
Chandra Dosha Effects
The effects of Chandra Dosha depends on the house in which the combination of Chandra-Rahu or Chandra-Ketu exists.
If they exist in the second house, for example, then you will suffer from financial issues.
This is because the second house controls a person’s power to earn.
In this case, the effects are:
- Finances will not be sufficient.
- There will be losses in wealth and property
- Family problems will not end
- Success in career will be difficult
If the combination of Chandra and Ketu is in the 9th house, then Ketu will have some positive effects because Ketu will be in an exalted position in the 9th House.
Hence, the combination of Chandra and Ketu will make you positive and happy.
The positive effects will be:
- You will have a calm mind
- Optimism towards difficult tasks
- Respect for elders
- You will get good opportunities in terms of career
- Growth and progress in career will be fulfilling
- You will share a loving relationship with your spouse or partner
Best Chandra Graha Remedies
A strong Chandra in Chandra Mahadasha can make you wealthy, fearless, sensitive creative, wise and emotionally balanced etc.
If dosha is persisting and issues are in abundance then look at some good chandra mahadasha remedies by our Astrologer SK.
These remedies will help reduce or eliminate the effect of Chandra dosha effectively.
You need to diligently follow them to get good results. Here are the remedies which are as follows:
- Wear A Gemstone: A pearl gemstone in the little finger of the right hand on Mondays is recommended to those who have Chandra dosha.
The weight will depend on the strength of malefic moon.
Purify the gemstone by cleansing it with milk, curd, ghee, honey and clean it with sacred water.
- Do A Fast: Keep a Fast or vrat for 9 consecutive Mondays to reduce the effect of the moon. It is said to appease the deity.
You can workship goddess Parwati.
- Do Some Charity Work: It will help raise the karma and strengthen the moon. Donate the needy by doing charity of daan.
It depends on your ability that how much you want to give to the poor.
It is best to donate sugar, rice, sweets, white clothes, porridge (kheer) etc.
In other cases, you can gift or give white crockery, milk or flower to a relative or loved ones.
Silver and pearls can also be donated if you want.
It is your affection and ability to make a daan.
Serving the poor can help the most. Do all these things on Monday.
- Chant Chandra Mantras: To impress the god, chant Lord Chandra Mantras or Chandra Fraha mantras or Chandra Beeja Mantras.
They should be repeated 108 times any time of the day in one go.
You can wear 2-Mukhi Rudraraaksha mala for better results.