Pitra Dosha Checker in Kundali
Detect Pitra Dosha in your birth chart. Understand ancestral karma and find spiritual remedies.
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What is Pitra Dosha?
Pitra Dosha (also spelled Pitru Dosha) is a karmic condition in Vedic astrology indicating unresolved debts or unfulfilled duties toward ancestors. The word 'Pitra' means ancestors/forefathers, and 'Dosha' means affliction or fault.
This dosha is detected by analyzing the Sun (karaka for father), the 9th house (house of father, fortune, and dharma), and their afflictions by malefic planets—especially Rahu, Ketu, and Saturn. It's believed to cause obstacles in various life areas as ancestral karma manifesting in the current generation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pitra Dosha is an astrological affliction indicating unresolved ancestral karma or debts. It occurs when the Sun (representing father and ancestors) is afflicted by malefic planets like Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn, or when the 9th house (house of father and fortune) is negatively impacted.
Common signs include unexplained obstacles in career despite hard work, problems in having children, chronic health issues, financial instability, repeated nightmares about deceased relatives, family conflicts, and a general feeling of being cursed or unlucky.
Key remedies include performing Shradh ceremonies during Pitru Paksha, Pind Daan at Gaya, daily Tarpan offerings, Narayan Bali Puja, feeding crows and Brahmins, donating to cow welfare, and planting Peepal trees. These should ideally be performed under guidance of a knowledgeable priest.
Pitru Paksha (the 16-day period in the Hindu month of Ashwin, usually September-October) is the most auspicious time. Additionally, Amavasya (new moon) days, the anniversary of ancestors' death (Shraddha), and solar/lunar eclipses are considered powerful times for ancestral rituals.
Astrologers look for: Sun afflicted by Rahu/Ketu, malefics in the 9th house, 9th lord placed in 6th/8th/12th, Sun-Saturn conjunction, Rahu in 9th house, and weak/debilitated Sun. Multiple indicators increase the severity.
While the affliction in the birth chart remains, its negative effects can be significantly reduced through sincere remedies and ancestral propitiation. Regular Shradh ceremonies and good karma help pacify ancestral souls and reduce suffering.
For entertainment and educational purposes only. These calculations are based on ancient Vedic traditions and should not replace professional advice. Consult qualified experts for important life decisions.