The Effects of Kala Sarpa Dosha and its Remedies
The Kala Sarpa Yoga/Dosha is a highly feared planetary affliction in Vedic Astrology. It is called a Dosha due to its inauspicious results. ‘Kal’ means ‘time’, and ‘Sarpa’ means ‘serpent’. It is also called Naga Dosha.
Rahu and Ketu, the shadow planets or lunar nodes in Vedic astrology, represent a snake’s head and body. Kala Sarpa Dosha occurs when all the planets – the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn), including the Lagna/Ascendant, are positioned between Rahu and Ketu. When this happens, the planets will not give results as per their full potential. Life will be like a roller coaster ride for people who have Kala Sarpa Yoga.
Rahu and Ketu are karmic planets. They are linked to our past life karma and unmet desires. So the native’s life will be heavily influenced by their past life karma. Kala Sarpa Dosha can have many adverse effects on a person’s life. An unhappy and unstable life is possible. But not all who have this Dosha will suffer. Some successful people have this Yoga too. It depends on other factors as well.
The Effects of Kala Sarpa Dosham
The Kala Sarpa Yoga is, in many cases, very inauspicious. The problems it can cause depend on the position and condition of the planets. Some of the effects are given below:
· Delays in work-related projects
· Severe losses in business and obstacles to growth
· A troubled mental state
· Poor health and anxiety
· Misunderstandings with family and friends
· A troubled marriage
Kala Sarpa Combinations and their effects
In an ideal formation, all the signs between Rahu and Ketu should occupy planets continuously. Also, no sign should be unoccupied. This Yoga will not be operational if the Lagna, or any of the planets, is not within the Rahu-Ketu axis.
If Rahu or Ketu is present with a planet in Lagna or the 7th house, inauspicious results can reduce significantly. If there are other good Yogas, good results are likely after some initial obstacles.
If Rahu is 6 Rasis ahead of all the other planets, and Ketu is behind all the planets, the Yoga will not cause many problems. If the planet that is associated with Rahu or Ketu is occupying its own sign or an exaltation sign, the bad effects will diminish. The beneficial effects can increase when Rahu or Ketu is in Trikon or if Rahu is strong and all the other planets are moving towards it.
When Ketu is 6 Rasis ahead of all the major planets, and Rahu is behind all the planets, the impact will be negative. The negative effects will be more if Rahu or Ketu occupies Kendra or if Rahu is debilitated and all planets move towards it.
Conditions that can nullify Kala Sarpa Dosha
In some cases, the Dosha does not affect the natives. Some conditions in the birth chart that nullify the Kala Sarpa Dosha are:
· A strong Rajayoga or other powerful Yoga
· Two or more Rajayogas in the Kundali
· Malefic planets that aspect Rahu and Ketu
· 2 or 3 planets in their own sign or an exalted condition
· Exaltation of the Lagna lord as well as the 9th and 10th lords
Various Types of Kala Sarpa Dosha
There are 12 different types of Kala Sarpa Dosha, depending on how Rahu and Ketu are placed.
1.Ananta Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu is occupying the Lagna and Ketu in the 7th house. All the planets will be between them. The native with this Dosha has to work very hard to achieve success in life. They may suffer losses in gambling, playing the stock market, etc. They can face lawsuits, police cases, delays/problems in marriage, sickness, etc. After the age of 27, there may be an improvement if other strong Yogas are also present in the birth chart.
2.Kulik Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu sits in the 2nd house, and Ketu sits in the 8th house. The native may face scandal, defamation, unhappy marital life, problems with inheritance, financial issues, etc. After the age of 33, things can improve if other strong Yogas are present.
3.Vasuki Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu occupies the 3rd house, while Ketu occupies the 9th house. It causes many domestic problems with siblings or other family members. Results and rewards will come late in life. There may be losses in business too. After the age of 36, the situation will improve if other strong Yogas are present.
4. Shankpal Kala Sarpa Dosha
This Dosha causes problems in real estate, wealth, and education. Rahu occupies the 4th house, while Ketu occupies the 10th. Obstacles in one’s profession, money loss due to family members, hurdles in education, etc., are likely. An afflicted Moon will make matters worse and cause mental imbalance. If there are other strong Yogas, things may improve after the age of 43.
5. Padma Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu occupies the 5th house, while Ketu occupies the 11th house. The 5th house signifies Purva Punya, so it means a lack of Purva Punya. Obstacles are likely in education and career, but the native will succeed eventually. Poor health and secret adversaries will be the biggest problems. If there are other strong Yogas, there can be improvement after the age of 48.
6. Mahapadma Kala Sarpa Dosha
This causes unhappy domestic life. Rahu occupies the 6th house, while Ketu sits in the 12th house. Though the native may triumph over enemies, they may lose character. Their kin will cheat them. With the presence of other strong Yogas, things may improve after the age of 54.
7. Takshak Kala Sarpa Dosha
Here, Rahu occupies the 7th house, and Ketu the 1st house. The native will have problems in romance and may also face problems in getting their share of ancestral property. Despite their achievements, they may renounce everything. Philosophy and occult sciences will interest them. After the age of 60, they may become very spiritual.
8. Karkotak Kala Sarpa Dosha
This Dosha affects the native’s mental and physical well-being. Rahu occupies the 8th house, while Ketu sits in the 2nd house. It gives an irritable nature and outspoken character, which will be detrimental to the native. They will have no success despite their best efforts. There may be ups and downs in money matters, legal issues, etc. If there are other strong Yogas, things may change for the better after the age of 33.
9. Shankachood Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu sits in the 9th house, and Ketu sits in the 3rd house. The native will have problems in business and fall suddenly from power and position. They may need to fight for their rights. As a result, they may become very selfish. If other strong Yogas are present, things may improve after the age of 36.
10. Ghatak Kala Sarpa Dosha
The remedy for this Dosha is to do service for one’s mother. Here, Rahu is in the 10th house, while Ketu is in the 4th. Despite success, happiness will elude the native. Problems in profession and family are possible. Too much interference from family members will make their life miserable. If other strong Yogas are present, there will be progress after the age of 42.
11. Vishdhar Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu is in the 11th house, and Ketu in the 5th house. The native will suffer memory loss. They will lack a good education. There will be many domestic issues related to property and wealth. They may also suffer due to their child. If there are other strong Yogas, there will be gradual progress after the age of 48.
12. Sheshnag Kala Sarpa Dosha
Rahu sits in the 12th house, and Ketu in the 6th. It has many debilitating effects, both physically and mentally. The native will be defamed, and it will be hard to get rid of it. They will have many secret enemies and will lack satisfaction in their lives. If there are other strong Yogas, there will be slow progress after the age of 54.
Remedies for Kala Sarpa Dosha
Visiting temples like Srikalahasti temple, Trimbakeshwar temple, Rameswaram, and Thirunageswaram is a good remedy for Kala Sarpa Dosha. The Kalasarpa Dosha Nivaran Pooja at Kalahasti, Rameswaram, and Thirunageswaram temples, is a very effective remedy for Kala Sarpa Dosha. Kal Rudra Yagna performed at these powerspots can also benefit the natives who suffer from this Dosha.
One can also perform Rudra Abishek for Shiva in a Shiva Temple and chant Mantras like the Mrityunjay Mantra, Vishnu Panchakshari Mantra, and Sarpa Mantra. But the best remedy is to keep doing good karma so that it will nullify the negative karma of the native.
The Positive Aspects of Kala Sarpa Dosha
Kala Sarpa Dosha also has some positive aspects. It makes one hardworking and practical. The native will be interested in spirituality and philanthropy. If there are other good factors in the horoscope, the Yoga will enable the native to reach great heights in life.
