Get Ready for Karwa Chauth with Jai Madaan's Exclusive Insights: Dos, Don'ts, & More

Karwa Chauth 2024: This festival is widely celebrated by Hindus and on this day, married women fast from dawn until moonrise for their husband's longevity, well-being, and prosperity. We have exclusively connected with Jai Madaan, a renowned astrologer to know more details.

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How does the Moon's position on Karwa Chauth day affect a couple's fortunes?

On Karwa Chauth, the moon, appearing in the month of Kartik, is revered as a manifestation of Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Brahma, symbolizing peace, love, longevity, and prosperity. In Vedic astrology, the moon is considered highly influential, possessing ascendant power, promoting mental strength, and fostering prosperity due to its water element.

Science suggests that around Karwa Chauth, the moon is closest to Earth, exerting a significant impact on humans, especially women.

According to Ayurveda, Karwa Chauth occurs during the southern solstice, or Dakshinayaan (Visarga Kaal), a period believed to enhance the moon's power, improving digestion and nourishment even from small meals. At night, the moon kindles joy and symbolizes the enduring love and commitment between married couples, capturing the dreams of women across generations.

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What are the astrological benefits of fasting on Karwa Chauth?
 
Karwa Chauth, while known for its fasting tradition, also holds astrological significance in Hinduism. Falling on Chaturthi, the fourth day of the dark fortnight, it coincides with an important lunar phase. The moon, central to the celebration, signifies emotions and love in Vedic astrology. Women fast and pray to the moon for enriched emotional well-being and harmony in their marriages, as the moon's energy is believed to positively impact relationships. Additionally, Chaturthi is associated with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, making this day auspicious for seeking blessings for a blissful and obstacle-free married life.

How does Mangal Dosha impact Karwa Chauth, and what are the remedies?
 
Mangal Dosha (Kuja or Chovva Dosham) occurs when Mars is placed in the Ascendant's 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house. A full Manglik Dosha affects both the Ascendant and Moon horoscope, while a partial one impacts only one. It can challenge marriage, but remedies like Mangal Dosha Nivaran Puja, fasting on Tuesdays, reciting Hanuman Chalisa, and the Kumbh Vivah ritual (marrying a banana tree or Lord Vishnu's idol) can neutralize its effects. Addressing the Dosha with these remedies helps reduce negative impacts and improve marital harmony.

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How does the planetary position of Venus, the planet of love and relationships, influence the effectiveness of Karwa Chauth?
 
In astrology, Venus influences love and relationships, impacting the effectiveness of Karwa Chauth. A strong Venus signifies a happy and fulfilling married life, attracting loving partners. Conversely, a weak or afflicted Venus can cause relationship conflicts and difficulties. Moon-Venus yoga strengthens romantic connections, bringing love and happiness to both married and single individuals. Venus, ruling Taurus and Libra, governs love, sex, and comfort, and in a man's horoscope, represents the wife.

Venus, the planet of love, beauty, and pleasure, governs romance, aesthetics, and value. It influences how we love, flirt, show affection, and experience pleasure. Venus also shapes our relationship with money and luxury. If Venus is your ruling planet, you are strongly connected to love and affection, leading to a life filled with romance and emotional fulfillment.