Pitru Dosha in Vedic Astrology

As the name suggests, the term Pitra refers to ‘forefather’ and the dosha is associated with negative karma. The term ‘Pitru Dosha’ refers to the negative karmic debts of the ancestors or any wrongdoings committed by an individual against their parents which brings obstacles and troubles in the lives of their descendants. It also occurs when our ancestors are unhappy due to some reasons such as inadequate rituals, disrespect or unfulfilled desires.

According to Indian astrology, it is a very inauspicious aspect and a Pitra Dosh is formed in the horoscope of a person, only if there is a conjunction of Rahu and Sun in the ninth house (also known as the house of father and forefathers) in birth chart.

How to find Pitra dosha in Kundli (Horoscope)?

The Sanskrit word Pitra means father/forefather. According to Hindu Vedic astrology Sun is karaka for the father. If Sun is placed in the 9th house or 9th house is afflicted by malefic Sun, then the birth chart of that person clearly indicates Pitra Dosha. Followings are few more planetary combinations that indicate the Pitra Dosha:

• Sun with Rahu or 9th house lord with Rahu.
• Sun with Saturn or 9th house lord with Saturn.
• Rahu in the 9th house.
• The 5th house lord is either being associated with malefic planets or staying in the 6th, 8th, and 12th houses.
• The presence of debilitated planets like Mars, Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu in the 5th house.
• Pitru Dosha is even formed when Moon is as well in conjunction or aspect to Rahu or Ketu in your birth chart.
• It becomes even more impactful if this conjunction happens in the 1st, 5th, 8th, or 9th house of the Kundli.

Pitra dosha Identification in horoscope

1. It could delay the marriage.
2. It could scuttle the successful married life.
3. There could be unsuccessful or failed marriage in the same family.
4. There could be more number of bachelors in the same family.
5. It could forbid the conceiving of the children.
6. It could lead to miscarriages during the conceiving.
7. There could be physically and mentally disabled person.
8. There could be unnatural deaths.
9. There could be robbery, fire or accidents in the house.

Remedies for Pitru Dosha

Perform Trapandi Shradh

Shraadh or Pitru Paksha is a period when the Hindu natives offer prayers and offerings to their forefathers for the peace of their soul. But if Shradh is not performed on the death anniversaries of your ancestors, then one should perform Trapandhi Shradh. According to Hindi scriptures, Trapandi Shradh is performed with reciting Pitra Puja mantra in the Ashvin Krishna Paksha. This ritual can be done within 15 days of the Trapandi Shradh period for appeasing forefathers and ancestors. Trapandi Shradh is an effective Vedic ritual to reduce the malefic effects of Pitra Dosha.

Remedies for Rahu and Ketu

• Offerings are made for Rahu and Ketu to lessen the Pitru Dosh. Services for parents, the elderly and in need, janitors, and the impoverished are advised.
• The day for Ketu is considered Tuesday and in terms of Rahu and Ketu treatments. The days that Rahu is most active are Friday and Saturday. Therefore, choose charitable organisations that help crows, street dogs, and sweepers on certain days. As per the texts, crows stand in for the ancestors, while Ketu is a symbol for spiritual beings.
• Hang a picture of your ancestors on the south-wall of the house and light a diya, dhoop or incense in front of their picture. Do this everyday during Shradh Paksha specifically.

Remedies for the Sun and Moon

• When the Moon is afflicted or poorly positioned in the natal chart, it is thought to be a result of the wrongdoings committed against the parents, who are represented by the Sun and the King. It is advisable to feed cattle and oxen for the sun and the moon.

Vedic Astrology employs a unique timekeeping system known as Dashas, which divides an individual's life into distinct periods ruled by different planets. These planetary periods influence one's life and opportunities during specific times.Vedic Astrology not only reveals insights into one's life but also suggests remedies to mitigate challenges and dosha and enhance positive influences.

Though bad karmas of previous karmas can affect your horoscope, god has provided you with free will to perform good karmas and of course, this Vedic knowledge to set things right!

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