🌑 What is Grahan Dosha?
In Vedic astrology, Grahan Dosha (Grahan Yog: Surya & Chandra Grahan Dosha) occurs when the Sun or Moon is in close conjunction with Rahu or Ketu (the lunar nodes) in the birth chart, or when a Solar/Lunar eclipse falls on sensitive points like the ascendant, Moon sign, or key houses. It is considered a malefic influence that can cloud judgment, cause health issues, and create obstacles in marriage and progeny.
There are two primary types: Surya Grahan Dosha (Sun eclipsed by Rahu/Ketu) and Chandra Grahan Dosha (Moon eclipsed by Rahu/Ketu). Both can manifest as pitru dosha (ancestral affliction), mental stress, or sudden life upheavals.
Surya Grahan Dosha (Solar Eclipse)
When the Sun is conjoined with Rahu or Ketu within 3-5 degrees, or when a solar eclipse occurs near your natal Sun or ascendant, Surya Grahan Dosha forms. It affects the soul, confidence, father, and authority. Native may suffer from low self-esteem, ego clashes, or health issues related to heart and bones. If the eclipse falls in the 5th or 7th house, it can impact children or marriage.
Key houses: 1st (self), 4th (mother), 5th (children), 7th (spouse), 9th (father/luck).
Chandra Grahan Dosha (Lunar Eclipse)
When the Moon is within 3-5 degrees of Rahu/Ketu, or when a lunar eclipse touches your natal Moon or its sign, Chandra Grahan Dosha arises. It disturbs the mind, emotions, mother, and domestic peace. Native may experience anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, or conflicts with mother. In female charts, it can affect menstrual health and fertility.
Sensitive houses: 2nd (family), 4th (mother), 5th (mind/children), 7th (spouse), 12th (sleep).
🌘 Four Types of Grahan Dosha
Ego issues, political setbacks, eye problems.
Spiritual confusion, detachment from father, health crises.
Mental fog, irrational fears, mother’s health.
Deep anxiety, sleep paralysis, isolation.
*If both Sun and Moon are eclipsed in the same chart (rare), it's called Mahagrahan Dosha and requires special shanti pujas.
🔥 Effects of Grahan Dosha on Life
🏠 Houses Where Grahan Dosha is Most Severe
Identity crisis
Mother, home
Children, mind
Spouse
Longevity
Father, luck
Career
Loss, sleep
✨ Grahan Dosha in Navamsa (D9 Chart)
If eclipse conjunction occurs in the Navamsa chart, it affects marriage and spiritual growth. Even if the Rasi chart is mild, D9 Grahan can cause hidden marital discord. Special remedies include Navagraha homa and offering to the deity of the eclipsed planet.
📜 Mythological Origin – Grahan Dosha
According to the Puranas, during the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan), the demon Swarbhanu disguised himself as a god and drank the nectar. Before it could pass his throat, Lord Vishnu’s Sudarshana Chakra beheaded him. The head became Rahu and the body Ketu. Since they had tasted the nectar, they became immortal and periodically swallow the Sun and Moon, causing eclipses. When this cosmic event reflects in our chart, it creates Grahan Dosha – a karmic imprint of deception and incomplete processes.
🛡️ Nav Durga Remedies for Grahan Dosha
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Yes, with consistent remedies, mantras, and donations, the malefic effects can be significantly reduced.
A: No. Only if the eclipse degrees conjoin a planet or sensitive point (lagna, Moon) within 5 degrees.
A: Not exactly, but they often co-exist. Grahan Dosha can trigger Pitru Dosha if affecting 9th house or Sun.
🌑 Grahan Dosha Check
*Exact calculation uses degree-based conjunction.
Types of Grahan Dosha
- 🌞 Surya Grahan (Rahu-Sun)
- 🌞 Surya Grahan (Ketu-Sun)
- 🌕 Chandra Grahan (Rahu-Moon)
- 🌕 Chandra Grahan (Ketu-Moon)
- 🌑🌒 Mahagrahan (both Sun & Moon)
Related Doshas
Grahan Nivaran Mantra
ॐ आं ह्रीं क्रों यं रं लं वं शं षं सं हं लं क्षं
Chant 108 times during eclipse days.
नव दुर्गा कृपा
May the nine forms of Goddess Durga protect you from all malefic Grahan effects.