Vedic Astrology
Kaal Sarp Dosha
काल सर्प दोष · When all planets fall between Rahu and Ketu
Kaal Sarp Dosha occurs when all seven planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn) are placed between Rahu and Ketu in the birth chart. The axis of Rahu and Ketu, the shadow planets or nodes of the Moon, encircles all other planets. There are 12 types of Kaal Sarp Dosha based on the house in which Rahu is placed (Anant, Kulik, Vasuki, Shankhapal, Padam, Mahapadam, Takshak, Karkotak, Shankhachur, Ghaatak, Vishdhar, Sheshnag).
Causes
- ◆All 7 planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn) are hemmed between Rahu and Ketu
- ◆The serpent axis covers one half of the chart and all planets occupy that half
- ◆Named after the type based on Rahu's house position in the chart
Effects
- ◆Repeated obstacles and delays in life despite hard work
- ◆Mental restlessness, anxiety, and recurring bad dreams (especially of serpents)
- ◆Career and financial struggles despite ability
- ◆Delayed marriage or relationship difficulties
- ◆Health issues, especially related to the houses Rahu and Ketu occupy
Remedies
- 1.Kaal Sarp Puja at Trimbakeshwar (Nashik), which is the primary recommended temple for this dosha
- 2.Nagbali puja and Nag Panchami fasting
- 3.Chanting Rahu mantra: Om Bhraam Bhreem Bhraum Sah Rahave Namah
- 4.Chanting Ketu mantra: Om Straam Streem Straum Sah Ketave Namah
- 5.Wearing Gomed (hessonite garnet) for Rahu and Cat's Eye (Lahsuniya) for Ketu, after consultation
- 6.Performing Sarpa Sooktam homa
- 7.Offering milk to a snake idol on Nag Panchami
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaal Sarp Dosha?
Kaal Sarp Dosha occurs in a Vedic birth chart when all seven planets are positioned between Rahu (North Node) and Ketu (South Node). This alignment is believed to create obstacles in career, relationships, and financial growth.
How many types of Kaal Sarp Dosha are there?
There are 12 types of Kaal Sarp Dosha, named after serpents from Hindu mythology: Anant, Kulik, Vasuki, Shankhapal, Padam, Mahapadam, Takshak, Karkotak, Shankhachur, Ghaatak, Vishdhar, and Sheshnag. The type depends on which house Rahu occupies.
Where should Kaal Sarp Dosha puja be performed?
Trimbakeshwar temple in Nashik, Maharashtra, is considered the most powerful and authentic location for Kaal Sarp Dosha Nivaran puja. The ritual is ideally performed on Nag Panchami or Amavasya.
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