🔴 Mangal Dosha
Complete Guide • Myths vs Facts • Remedies
📖 What is Mangal Dosha?
Mangal Dosha (also called Manglik or Kuja Dosha) occurs when Mars is placed in 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house from Lagna (Ascendant), Moon, or Venus. It affects marital harmony and requires attention.
When Does It Occur?
Mars (Mangal) in houses:
- 🔸 House 1: Self, personality
- 🔸 House 2: Family, wealth
- 🔸 House 4: Home, mother
- 🔸 House 7: Marriage, partnership
- 🔸 House 8: Longevity, transformation
- 🔸 House 12: Expenses, losses
Checked From 3 Positions:
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1️⃣ Lagna (Ascendant)
Your rising sign at birth -
2️⃣ Moon (Chandra)
Your emotional and mental state -
3️⃣ Venus (Shukra)
Love, relationships, marriage
⚠️ Potential Effects
Delays in Marriage
Difficulty in finding suitable match or delayed marriage
Marital Discord
Potential for conflicts and misunderstandings in married life
Temperament Issues
Aggressive behavior or short temper
Financial Challenges
Unexpected expenses related to family
Health Concerns
Health issues affecting self or spouse
⭐ Exceptions & Cancellations
Not all Mars placements cause equal harm. Several exceptions significantly reduce or cancel the dosha:
Mars in Own Sign
Signs: Aries, Scorpio
Mars Exalted
Signs: Capricorn
Jupiter Aspect
Signs: Any
Both Partners Manglik
Signs: Any
Marriage After 28
Signs: Mars in 2nd house
Certain Ascendants
Signs: Taurus, Cancer
❌ Myths vs ✅ Facts
Let's clear up common misconceptions about Mangal Dosha:
❌ Manglik person will cause death of spouse
MYTH
✅ This is a complete misconception. Dosha creates challenges in marriage, not death. With proper remedies, married life can be harmonious.
TRUTH
❌ Manglik can only marry another Manglik
MYTH
✅ Not always necessary. Many exceptions exist, and proper remedies can neutralize the dosha effects.
TRUTH
❌ Dosha effects last entire life
MYTH
✅ Effects significantly reduce with age, especially after 28 years. Remedies also help reduce impact.
TRUTH
❌ All Mars positions are equally harmful
MYTH
✅ Severity varies based on house, sign, aspects, and other factors. Some positions are much less harmful.
TRUTH
🙏 Remedies Overview
Vedic astrology provides several remedies to minimize the effects of Mangal Dosha:
🔸 Daily Practices
- Recite Hanuman Chalisa
- Chant Mangal Mantra (108 times)
- Observe Tuesday fasts
- Worship Lord Hanuman
🔸 One-Time Remedies
- Wear Red Coral (after consultation)
- Perform Mangal Puja
- Kumbh Vivah (for severe cases)
- Donate red items on Tuesdays
💡 Key Takeaways
✅ Not Always Harmful
Many exceptions and cancellations exist. Get your chart analyzed professionally.
✅ Both Manglik = OK
If both partners are Manglik, the dosha is neutralized completely.
✅ Age Matters
Effects reduce significantly after age 28, especially for Mars in 2nd house.
✅ Remedies Work
Proper Vedic remedies can minimize or eliminate negative effects.
✅ Don't Panic
Millions of Mangliks have happy marriages. It's manageable with awareness.
✅ Consult Expert
Get personalized analysis from qualified Vedic astrologer for best guidance.