Vimshottari dasha
Surya mahadasha: effects, antardasha and remedies
Surya mahadasha lasts six years and puts the soul, ego, father, government and authority in focus.
| Length | 6 years |
|---|---|
| Order | Comes after Shukra and before Chandra |
| Its nakshatras | Krittika, Uttara Phalguni and Uttara Ashadha |
| Mantra | Om Hraam Hreem Hraum Sah Suryaya Namah |
About Surya mahadasha
Surya mahadasha lasts six years and puts the soul, ego, father, government and authority in focus. It is a time to stand on your own and be seen.
When it gives good results
With a strong Sun (in Mesha, Simha, or in houses 1, 9, 10, 11) it brings promotion, government favour, recognition, leadership and good health.
When it is difficult
With a weak or afflicted Sun it can bring ego clashes, trouble with the father or bosses, heart, eye or bone complaints and loss of reputation.
Antardashas in Surya mahadasha
| Antardasha | Length | General tone |
|---|---|---|
| Surya–Surya | 0 y 4 m | friendly |
| Surya–Chandra | 0 y 6 m | friendly |
| Surya–Mangal | 0 y 4 m | friendly |
| Surya–Rahu | 0 y 11 m | mixed |
| Surya–Guru | 0 y 10 m | friendly |
| Surya–Shani | 0 y 11 m | needs care |
| Surya–Budh | 0 y 10 m | mixed |
| Surya–Ketu | 0 y 4 m | mixed |
| Surya–Shukra | 1 y 0 m | needs care |
The tone shows only the natural friendship of the two planets. The real result depends on where both sit in your chart.
Remedies for Surya mahadasha
- Chant Om Hraam Hreem Hraum Sah Suryaya Namah 108 times, especially on Ravivara (Sunday).
- Ruby (Manik) gemstone
- 1 Mukhi Rudraksha
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How long is Surya mahadasha?
Surya mahadasha lasts 6 years in the Vimshottari system.
Is Surya mahadasha good or bad?
With a strong Sun (in Mesha, Simha, or in houses 1, 9, 10, 11) it brings promotion, government favour, recognition, leadership and good health. With a weak or afflicted Sun it can bring ego clashes, trouble with the father or bosses, heart, eye or bone complaints and loss of reputation.
What are the remedies for Surya mahadasha?
Chant Om Hraam Hreem Hraum Sah Suryaya Namah, especially on Ravivara (Sunday); wear its gemstone only if it suits your lagna; and do charity linked to the planet.