Mars in Vedic Astrology
Mars (Mangal) signifies courage, siblings, land, surgery. Its day is Tuesday and its gemstone is Red Coral.
Key facts
| Sanskrit name | Mangal |
|---|---|
| Signifies | courage, siblings, land, surgery |
| Gemstone | Red Coral |
| Day to wear | Tuesday |
| Mantra | Om Mangalaya Namah |
| Own sign(s) | Aries, Scorpio |
| Exalted in | Capricorn |
| Debilitated in | Cancer |
| Friendly planets | Sun, Moon, Jupiter |
| Unfriendly planets | Mercury |
| Vimshottari dasha | 7 years |
The Mars dasha period
In the Vimshottari system the Mars mahadasha runs for 7 years. During it, matters of courage, siblings, land, surgery move to the centre of life. What the period actually delivers depends on which house and sign Mars occupies — supportive when exalted in Capricorn, harder when debilitated in Cancer.
Signs of a strong Mars
When Mars is strong, matters connected with courage, siblings, land, surgery move smoothly, confidence in those areas holds up, and decisions about them get made on time.
Signs of a weak Mars
A weak or afflicted Mars shows up as repeated delay, confusion or dissatisfaction in matters of courage, siblings, land, surgery. This is indicative only — house placement and dasha must be read together.
Suggested remedies
- Chant Om Mangalaya Namah 108 times on Tuesday.
- Donate an item associated with Mars on Tuesday.
- Consult a qualified astrologer before wearing Red Coral.
- Feeding someone in need is the safest general remedy for any planet.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mars signify?
Mars signifies courage, siblings, land, surgery.
What is the gemstone and day for Mars?
Red Coral, worn on Tuesday. Always have your chart read before wearing a gemstone.
What is the mantra for Mars?
Om Mangalaya Namah, best chanted on Tuesday.