Do you often feel irritated, impulsive, or out of control emotionally? If anger and restlessness seem to follow you like a shadow, the reason might lie beyond the physical—it can be the placement of Mars in your birth chart.
Though Mars is a fiery planet, its strong positioning in the birth chart can bring good results. Contrary, when its energy turns malefic or imbalanced, it can lead to uncontrolled anger, arguments, stress, and impulsive decisions.
However, in Vedic astrology, natural gemstones are the effective solutions to handle life problems that occur due to the malefic effects of planets.
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Mars, also known as Mangal, is a significant planet in astrology. It represents strength, courage, energy, and action. Mangal in Vedic astrology is considered “Commander in Chief,” which means it is a warrior that has qualities such as stamina, courage, and a strong spirit.
It is a Kurup graha, where Surya and Guru are friends. Planets like Shani, Rahu, the moon, Ketu, and Budh are Mars' enemies. Mangal is strong in Makar Rashi and weak in Kark Rashi.
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Mars is the planet of war, passion, and drive. It blesses you with ambition, courage, and competitiveness when well-placed. However, when Mars is afflicted or debilitated in the natal chart, its effects become harsh:
Here are some effects of a weak Mars in astrology
Mars in House |
Placement |
Description |
1st House |
Not Benefic |
Makes the person aggressive, impulsive, and egoistic |
2 nd House |
Not Benefic |
The person spends luxuriously, struggled life, conflicts in relationship |
3 rd house |
Good |
Instills courage |
4th house |
Mixed Results |
Offers you wealth but not good for mother’s health |
5th house |
Both Benefic and Malefic |
Weak Mars in this house relates to infertility issues, delay in conception. However a good Mars in 5th house in astrology enhances technical aptitude and logical problem-solving abilities. The native may display a strong inclination toward
engineering, coding, mechanical work, or scientific research |
6th house |
Benefic Mars |
6th house has benefic mangal in the 6th house in astrology but makes the person aggressive |
7th house |
Malefic |
Mars in 7th house indicates conflicts in marriage, Manglik dosha, challenging relationship |
8th house |
Malefic |
A weak mars affects health in the 8th house. If it is with Shani or Rahu it can bring health issues especially blood related problems |
9th house |
Benefic |
Enhances destiny, removes obstacles in every path |
10th house |
Benefic |
Mars in 10th house is benefic as it brings opportunities for government job |
11th house |
Benefic |
Mangal in 11th house is best as it fulfil all wishes |
12th house |
Malefic |
Mars in 12th house brings conflicts in married life and Manglik Dosha |
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The powerful Remedy for Mars is
red coral stone
. You can wear this stone if