What is Kaal Sarpa Dosha?
Planetary placements can create Doshas in a person’s horoscope sometimes. They are called Doshas because they are inauspicious. One such Dosha is Kala Sarpa Dosha. This Dosha causes much alarm and fear when it is present in a person’s horoscope. This is because, for people with this Dosha, life is a constant struggle. Almost all aspects of their lives can be negatively affected by this Dosha.
Rahu and Ketu are shadow planets and also lunar nodes. While Rahu is the north node, Ketu is the south node. Rahu is depicted as the head of a serpent, while Ketu is the tail. These two Grahas are always positioned 7 houses away from each other.
In some horoscopes, all the planets fall within these 7 houses, and the other 5 houses are vacant. This causes Kala Sarpa Dosha. This is a very inauspicious Dosha, according to Vedic astrologers. It is essential to consider the degree of planets to see if any planet actually falls within the 7 houses that separate Rahu and Ketu. This Dosha causes problems in career, marriage, finances, health, children, etc.
Depending on the position of Rahu and Ketu, 12 types of Kala Sarpa Dosha have been described.
Anant Kalasarpa: When Rahu is in the 1st house and Ketu is in the 7th house and other planets fall within the 1st to 7th houses, this Dosha is formed. This combination can cause mental turbulence, problems in marital life, and government-related issues. On a positive note, it can make the native bold and confident.
Kulik Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 2nd house and Ketu is in the 8th house, with the other planets falling within the 2nd to 8th house. This combination creates financial troubles. The native may also have problems with their family and society at large.
Vasuki Kalasarpa – When Rahu is in the 3rd house and Ketu is in the 9th house, and the other planets fall within the 3rd to 9th house, this Dosha is formed. It can give the native a spiritual inclination, but they will also face obstacles in career and business. They may have blood pressure problems and some issues with siblings.
Sankhapal Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 4th house and Ketu is in the 10th house and the other planets fall within the 4th to 10th house. The native may find it difficult to form good friendships and enjoy life. It is not good for the mother as well. The relationship with their father may not be amicable. In some cases, the Dosha can cause death in a foreign land.
Padma Kalasarpa: This Dosha is formed when Rahu is in the 5th house and Ketu is in the 11th house and the other planets fall within the 5th to 11th house. The Dosha causes problems in education, love affairs, and health issues for the native’s spouse and children. The native may suffer from a prolonged illness.
Maha Padma Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 6th house and Ketu occupies the 12th house, with other planets falling within the 6th to 12th house. The native will have problems with maternal relatives, and there may be some financial crisis. On a positive note, the person will be very spiritually inclined and will have the power to lead.
Takshak Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 7th house and Ketu is in the 1st house, with other planets falling within the 7th to 1st house. This Dosha affects the native’s health and marital life. The native must not do partnership business if this Dosha is found in the horoscope.
Karkotak Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 8th house and Ketu occupies the 2nd house, with other planets falling within the 8th to 2nd house. This Dosha has a positive effect on the native’s education. The person will be able to speak persuasively and charm everyone. But it can also make you short-tempered and prone to keeping bad company. Financial issues may be present, too.
Shankachood Kalasarpa: This Dosha is formed when Rahu is in the 9th house and Ketu is in the 3rd house, with the other planets falling within the 9th to 3rd house. You may not receive parental love. But you will do your tasks well and have great courage.
Ghatak Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 10th house and Ketu occupies the 4th house, with other planets falling within the 10th to 4th house. This Dosha may cause some family issues. The native will have a wicked nature and feel dissatisfied in their job. But this Dosha can give political power.
Vishdhar Kalasarpa: This Dosha forms when Rahu occupies the 11th house and Ketu is in the 5th house, with other planets falling within the 11th to 5th house. The native’s reputation may suffer due to this Dosha. They may have problems with their children. But they may gain profits from different sources and lead a luxurious life if the other planets are placed well.
Sheshnag Kalasarpa: This Dosha is formed when Rahu is in the 12th house and Ketu is in the 6th house, with other planets falling within the 12th to 6th house. This Dosha may cause illness and sleeplessness. There may be secret conspirators plotting against the native. The native may have an unfortunate life, but fame will come after death.
Remedies for Kaal Sarpa Dosha
To nullify and reduce the negative influence of the Kala Sarpa Dosha, follow the remedies given below.
1. Donate milk every Monday at a religious place.
2. Practice meditation for 15 to 30 minutes daily.
3. Do not speak harshly or abusively to others.
4. Water a peepal tree on Saturdays.
5. Observe fast on Nag Panchami and worship the Nag Devta on this day.
