Importance and remedies of Mars in Vedic astrology

Importance of Mars in life

In Vedic astrology, Mars is known as Mangala or Kuja. The planet is essential and symbolizes achievement, livelihood and determination. It indicates the warrior inside us who will overcome all obstacles in life and pursue our desired objectives with passion and follow our principles with determination.

Mars exemplifies the principles of bravery, willpower, and physical strength. It is an important planet for human survival.

Mars is extremely violent and is considered inauspicious due to its fiery nature, although it cannot cause destruction. This planet gives individuals courage to face challenges, difficulties and opposition in life. Mars placed strongly in a person’s horoscope will help them face challenging situations with bravery and willpower.

In Vedic astrology, Mars is associated with fire because of its fierce intensity. This planet symbolizes will, control and perseverance. Strong Mars in a person’s birth chart will make him courageous, practical and fearless. On the other hand, weak Mars can make a person inconsiderate, egoistic and impatient.

This planet also represents the life force, strength and authority of the person. It symbolizes masculine vitality, spontaneous aggression and overcoming opposition. These qualities help people to become leaders, soldiers and excellent managers. They perform well in stressful situations.

Mars is an important planet that brings human determination, bravery and the ability to take necessary action. Balanced Mars will result in good achievement and willpower. But afflicted Mars may inspire unnecessary violence and conflict.

If Mars is situated in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th or 12th house then Manglik Dosha occurs. This is a strong indicator of marital problems or even divorce. There are solutions available in Vedic astrology to solve these problems.

mythology of mars

There are many mythological stories about Mars.

In one of them, Mars is described as the son of Lord Shiva and Earth. When Shiva was meditating on Mount Kailash, three drops of his sweat fell on the earth. As a result, red colored Mars was born. Shiva asked Prithvi to take care of the child. Mars is also known as Bhum.

Lucky color for Mars: Red

Gemstone for Mars: Red Coral

Friendly planets: Jupiter, Sun and Moon

Enemy planet: Saturn

Neutral planets: Venus, Mercury.

Rulers: Aries, Scorpio

Major Zodiac: Capricorn

Weak: Cancer

Mahadasha Period: 7 Years.

Mars spends 45 days in each zodiac sign.

Remedies for weak Mars in horoscope

1. Praying Mangal or Mangala on Tuesday will help people get rid of skin diseases, indebtedness or poverty.
2. Defective vision can be restored by worshiping Mars.
3. Fasting for 21 days will provide relief from the ill effects of Mars.
4. Mars will be more powerful by wearing red coral gemstone or moonga gemstone in ring finger.
5. Performing Mangala Shanti Puja will help in removing the ill effects of weak Mars.