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Grahan Dosha: Sun or Moon with the Nodes

The eclipse combination in a birth chart — how it is measured, what it touches, and the classical remedies.

Signifying planet
Sun/Moon eclipsed by Rahu/Ketu
Chiefly affects
Vitality & Clarity

Grahan Dosha forms when the Sun or Moon is closely conjoined with Rahu or Ketu — the same astronomical configuration that produces a literal eclipse.

How it forms

Grahan (eclipse) Dosh forms when the Sun or the Moon is closely conjoined — within about 10° — by Rahu or Ketu, reproducing an eclipse condition in the birth chart.

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What it signifies

An eclipsed luminary loses light. If the Sun is eclipsed, vitality, ego and father suffer; if the Moon is eclipsed, mind, mother and emotional stability suffer. The dosha is moderate and responds well to consistent solar/lunar remedies.

What it tends to show up as

  • Low vitality, frequent fatigue (Sun eclipsed).
  • Mood swings, anxiety, sleep disturbance (Moon eclipsed).
  • Strained relationship with father (Sun) or mother (Moon).
  • Mental confusion during eclipse periods of the year.
  • Strong intuitive and psychic capacity once channelled.

When it is present

Your inner luminary is partially eclipsed. Energy levels and emotional stability swing; the remedy is daily strengthening of the eclipsed body — Sun salutations for Surya Grahan, Monday-fasting and milk for Chandra Grahan.

When it is not

Sun and Moon are clear of tight Rahu/Ketu conjunction. The Grahan pattern is not active.

Classical remedies

  1. 01

    Surya Namaskar at sunrise

    12 rounds daily, facing east — strengthens an eclipsed Sun powerfully.

  2. 02

    Aditya Hridaya Stotra

    Recite weekly on Sunday — the Ramayana hymn for solar power.

  3. 03

    Monday fasting

    Fast on Mondays till evening, break with milk-based food — strengthens an eclipsed Moon.

  4. 04

    Offer water to Sun

    Each morning offer water from a copper vessel facing the rising Sun, with red flowers.

  5. 05

    Navagraha Pooja

    Performed at any Navagraha temple — covers all nine planet imbalances.

  6. 06

    Pearl or Ruby

    Pearl for Moon, Ruby for Sun — chosen based on which luminary is afflicted.

Associations

Colour
White (for Moon) / Gold (for Sun)
Day
Sunday & Monday
Number
1
Gemstone
Pearl + Ruby
Metal
Silver + Gold
Direction
East / North-West
Deity
Surya & Chandra
Mantra
Om Surya Chandramasau Namah

How severity is graded

Saying a dosha is present tells you almost nothing on its own. Our reports grade it 0–100 from the chart and print the band:

  • 75+ severe
  • 55+ high
  • 30+ moderate
  • 1+ mild

Common questions

How does Grahan Dosha form?
Grahan (eclipse) Dosh forms when the Sun or the Moon is closely conjoined — within about 10° — by Rahu or Ketu, reproducing an eclipse condition in the birth chart.
Do I have Grahan Dosha?
Only your own birth chart can answer that — it needs your date, exact time and place of birth. Your inner luminary is partially eclipsed. Energy levels and emotional stability swing; the remedy is daily strengthening of the eclipsed body — Sun salutations for Surya Grahan, Monday-fasting and milk for Chandra Grahan.
What if Grahan Dosha is not present?
Sun and Moon are clear of tight Rahu/Ketu conjunction. The Grahan pattern is not active.
What are the remedies for Grahan Dosha?
The classical remedies include Surya Namaskar at sunrise, Aditya Hridaya Stotra, Monday fasting. Consult a qualified astrologer before wearing any gemstone.
Which planet causes Grahan Dosha?
Sun/Moon eclipsed by Rahu/Ketu. An eclipsed luminary loses light. If the Sun is eclipsed, vitality, ego and father suffer; if the Moon is eclipsed, mind, mother and emotional stability suffer. The dosha is moderate and responds well to consistent solar/lunar remedies.

Is this in your chart?

The Dosh report tests all fourteen against your own birth chart — what forms, what is cancelled, how severe it reads, and what to do. Computed from your exact birth time, in English or Hindi.

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For reflection and guidance. Not medical, legal or financial advice. Consult a qualified astrologer before wearing any gemstone, and a qualified professional for anything that matters.