What is Bhakoot Dosha?Bhakoot Dosha, also called Rashikoot Dosha, is a compatibility defect in Gun Milan worth 7 points. It occurs when the Moon signs of a couple are in a 6-8 or 2-12 relationship, potentially indicating financial troubles or emotional discord. The 6-8 Bhakoot is considered more severe than 2-12.
What is 6-8 relationship in Bhakoot?The 6-8 relationship (Shadashtak) occurs when one person's Moon is in the 6th house from the other's Moon sign. For example, Aries and Virgo, or Taurus and Libra. This combination traditionally indicates challenges in health, finances, and emotional harmony.
What is 2-12 relationship in Bhakoot?The 2-12 relationship (Dwi-Dwadash) occurs when one person's Moon is in the 2nd house and the other's in the 12th. For example, Aries and Taurus/Pisces. This indicates potential differences in values and lifestyle, but is considered less severe than 6-8.
Which sign combinations have Bhakoot Dosha?6-8 combinations: Aries-Virgo, Taurus-Libra, Gemini-Scorpio, Cancer-Sagittarius, Leo-Capricorn, Virgo-Aquarius, etc. 2-12 combinations: Adjacent signs like Aries-Taurus, Taurus-Gemini, etc. These follow a mathematical pattern based on Moon sign positions.
When is Bhakoot Dosha cancelled?Bhakoot Dosha can be cancelled when: 1) Both Moon signs have the same lord, 2) The lords of both signs are friends, 3) One of the signs is the exaltation/own sign of a benefic planet, 4) Strong Jupiter aspects the 7th house in either chart.
How serious is Bhakoot Dosha?Bhakoot Dosha is significant (7 points in Gun Milan) but not insurmountable. Many couples with Bhakoot Dosha have successful marriages. Other factors like overall Gun Milan score, planetary strengths, and Dasha compatibility matter equally. Always consider the complete picture.
What are remedies for Bhakoot Dosha?Common remedies include: worshipping Lord Shiva on Mondays, performing Rudrabhishek, strengthening the Moon through white clothing and silver, chanting Chandra mantras, and following specific rituals based on the type of Bhakoot (6-8 vs 2-12).
Does Bhakoot Dosha affect children?Bhakoot Dosha primarily affects marital harmony and family welfare, not necessarily children specifically. That concern is more associated with Nadi Dosha. Bhakoot mainly influences the emotional and financial aspects of the relationship.
Can I marry with Bhakoot Dosha?Yes, you can marry with Bhakoot Dosha. Many happy marriages exist despite this dosha. What matters is: overall compatibility score, presence of cancellation factors, both partners' willingness to work through challenges, and proper remedial measures if needed.
Is 6-8 worse than 2-12?Yes, traditionally 6-8 (Shadashtak) is considered more challenging than 2-12 (Dwi-Dwadash). The 6-8 combination involves houses of disease, debt, and obstacles (6th) with transformation and hidden matters (8th). The 2-12 combination involves wealth (2nd) and expenses/losses (12th).