Finding The Right Partner Through Kundli Matching
In Vedic Astrology, the concept of Kundli Matching or Horoscope Matching is very eminent. Marriage is
the sacred bond between two separate entities, bringing them together for a long and healthy marital
life. There are different names for matchmaking viz, Kundali Milan, Guna Milan, Horoscope Matching and
Compatibility, Lagna Melapak etc. The factors which are considered at the time of marriage are:-
- Guna Milan
- Manglik Dosha
- Strength of Navamsa Chart
Guna Milan
In India, Janam Kundli (also called as Birth Chart or Natal Chart) is taken into consideration for Kundli
Matching. Guna Milan is based on the position of Moon in the Natal Charts of bride and groom. In North
India, there is a process of Guna Milan, called as, "Ashtakoot Milan", which signifies the eight aspects
of Gunas. "Ashta" means "Eight" and "Koota" means "Aspects". The eight Kootas are:
- Varna/Varan/Jaati : It shows spiritual compatibility of boy and girl along with their ego levels.
It is divided into 4 categories, such as Brahmins (Highest), Kshatriya, Vaishya, Shudra (Lowest).
- Vasya/Vashya : It shows mutual attraction, control in marriage and also calculates the power
equation in between married couples. A person is classified into 5 types, namely Manav/Nara (human),
Vanchar (wild animals such as lion), Chatushpad (small animals such as deer), Jalchar (sea animals),
Keeta/Keet (insects).
- Tara/Dina : It is related to birth star compatibility and destiny. There are 27 birth stars (Nakshatra).
- Yoni : It measures the intimacy level, sexual compatibility and mutual love between the couple.
Yoni Koot is classified into 14 animals, which are Horse, Elephant, Sheep, Snake, Dog, Cat, Rat, Cow,
Buffalo, Tiger, Hare/Deer, Monkey, Lion, Mongoose.
- Graha Maitri/Rasyadipati : It shows mental compatibility, affection and natural friendship. It
also represents the moon sign compatibility between couples.
- Gana : It is related to behaviour and temperament. Birth stars (Nakshatras) are divided into
three categories- Deva (God, indicating Satwa Guna), Manava (Human, indicating Rajo Guna) and Rakshasa
(Demon, indicating Tamo Guna).
- Rashi or Bhakoot : It relates to the emotional compatibility and love between partners. The position
of planets in boy's birth chart is compared with the girl's birth chart. If the boy's moon is placed
in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th house from girl's moon, then it is considered bad or inauspicious, whereas
7th and 12th houses are considered good. In case of female, If natal chart moon is placed in 2nd, 3rd,
4th, 5th and 6th houses from man's chart, then it will be auspicious and inauspicious if placed 12th
from man's chart.
- Nadi : It is related to health and genes. Stars (Nakshatra) are divided into 3 parts- Aadi (Vata)
Nadi, Madhya (Pitta) Nadi and Antya (Kapha) Nadi.
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Koota
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Maximum Points
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Varna
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1
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Vasya/Vashya
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2
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Tara/Dina
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3
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Yoni
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4
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Grah Maitri/Rasyadipati
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5
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Gana
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6
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Rashi or Bhakoota
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7
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Nadi
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8
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Total
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36
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There are total 36 Guna Milans in Ashtakoota. Let's check below how the scores obtained for above Gunas
are effective for marriage purposes.
Importance of Guna Milan
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Obtained Guna Points
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Prediction or Result
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Less than 18
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Not recommended for marriage
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18 to 24
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Average, Acceptable match and recommended for marriage
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24 to 32
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Very Good, successful marriage
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32 to 36
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Excellent Match
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Hence the scores obtained in Ashtakoota is seen through the above table. The match obtaining less than
18 will not be considered as an ideal couple and least recommended for marriage.
In conclusion, one should keep another factors also in mind while recommending any couple's horoscopes
for marriage purpose. For horoscope matching, other factors like Manglik Doshas, longevity of partner,
financial standing in the society, emotional stability etc. are also taken into consideration. Kundli
Matching of bride and groom will let them know how stars will influence their marital life and what
can be the remedial actions to cure such obstacles.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many gunas should match for marriage?
Any match with more than 18 points is considered OK. More the points, better the match.
2. Is Mangal Dosha matching is also important?
Yes, Mangal Dosha matching is equally important. It is recommended that the level of Mangal Dosha in both the horoscopes much be almost equal.
3. Can Nadi Dosha be ignored?
In, Ashtakoota matching system, Nadi has been given highest point (8 points). If the total number of points more than 18, it is considered decent match even if it has Nadi Dosha.
4. Can Nadi Dosha be ignored?
In, Ashtakoota matching system, Nadi has been given highest point (8 points). If the total number of points more than 18, it is considered decent match even if it has Nadi Dosha.
5. Is online horoscope matching accurate?
You will get the same result whether you use online horoscope matching or go to a pundit. Pundit also use Panchang or Patra which uses the same system.
