Mars (Mangal) in Vedic Astrology
One of the nine grahas — मंगल
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Mars (Mangal, मंगल) signifies energy, courage, siblings, land and property, sport, surgery, conflict and drive. Its Vimshottari mahadasha lasts 7 years.
| Own sign | Aries and Scorpio |
|---|---|
| Exalted in | Capricorn (deepest 28°) |
| Debilitated in | Cancer (deepest 28°) |
| Day | Tuesday |
| Mahadasha length | 7 years |
| Nakshatras ruled | Mrigashira, Chitra, Dhanishta |
Mars in the 12 signs
Mars in AriesMesha · own sign: moolatrikona 0° to 12° of AriesMars in TaurusVrishabha · neutral signMars in GeminiMithuna · enemy signMars in CancerKarka · debilitatedMars in LeoSimha · friendly signMars in VirgoKanya · enemy signMars in LibraTula · neutral signMars in ScorpioVrishchika · own signMars in SagittariusDhanu · friendly signMars in CapricornMakara · exaltedMars in AquariusKumbha · neutral signMars in PiscesMeena · friendly sign
Mars in the 12 houses
1st houseself, body and personality2nd housewealth, family and speech3rd housecourage, siblings and effort4th househome, mother and inner peace5th housechildren, intelligence and creativity6th househealth, enemies, debts and service7th housemarriage and partnerships8th houselongevity, transformation and hidden matters9th housefortune, dharma, teachers and long travel10th housecareer, status and public life11th housegains, income and friendships12th houseexpenses, loss, foreign lands and liberation
Frequently asked questions
What does Mars signify in Vedic astrology?
Mars (Mangal) signifies energy, courage, siblings, land and property, sport, surgery, conflict and drive. Its results depend on its sign, house, aspects and dignity in your birth chart, and on when its dasha runs.
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