Kalsarp Yog

Kalsarpa Yoga is an astrological condition where all seven planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn) get “trapped” between the two shadow‑planets Rahu and Ketu, which always sit 180° apart in your birth chart. In Sanskrit, “Kal” means time, “Sarp” means serpent, and “Yog” means union—so together it’s the “serpent of time” binding your chart. It symbolizes how past‑life karma can lead to unexpected twists and turns in this lifetime.

A famous shloka clearly defines it:

“Agre Rahur Atho Kethu, Sarve Madhya Gata Graham;
Yogam Kalasarpakhyam, Nripa Shashya Vinasanam.”

This means Rahu must sit just before your Ascendant (rising sign), Ketu just after it, and every other planet must fall between them—none of the planets should be outside that span or conjunct Rahu/Ketu.

Because Rahu and Ketu are always opposite each other, they can “trap” the planets in twelve different ways, giving rise to twelve varieties of Kalsarpa Yoga:

1. Shesha‑naga
2. Ananta
3. Kulika
4. Vasuki
5. Shankhaphala
6. Padma
7. Mahapadma
8. Takshaka
9. Karkotaka
10. Shunchhad‑chud
11. Ghataka
12. Vishdhana

Each type is named after a legendary serpent and has its own flavor of challenges and remedies. If you think you have Kalsarpa Yoga in your chart and want to learn how to balance its effects—through poojas, mantras, or other remedies—feel free to reach out. And if you’d like a comfortable ride to any temple or puja venue here in Ujjain, our taxi service is at your service on 7201092290.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalsarpa Yoga

1. What is Kalsarpa Yoga?
   Kalsarpa Yoga occurs when all seven planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn) lie between the lunar nodes Rahu and Ketu in a birth chart, symbolizing being “trapped” by the “serpent of time.”
2. What does the term mean?
   • Kal = Time
   • Sarp = Serpent
   • Yoga = Union
     Together, it represents the soul caught in karmic cycles dictated by past actions.
3. How is it defined astrologically?
   As the shloka says:
   “Agre Rahu Atho Ketu, Sarve Madhya Gata Grahah…”
   – Rahu just before the Ascendant, Ketu just after, with every other planet sandwiched between them, and none conjunct either node.
4. How many types are there?
   There are 12 varieties of Kalsarpa Yoga, each named after a serpent:
   1. Shesha-naga
   2. Ananta
   3. Kulika
   4. Vasuki
   5. Shankhaphala
   6. Padma
   7. Mahapadma
   8. Takshaka
   9. Karkotaka
   10. Shunchhad-chud
   11. Ghataka
   12. Vishdhana
5. Do different types have different effects?
   Yes. Each serpent type brings its own set of challenges—career delays, relationship hurdles, health issues—and corresponding remedies.
6. What remedies can help?
   Common remedies include:
   • Kalsarpa Dosh Nivaran Pooja (Lord Shiva ritual)
   • Mantras like the “Maha Mrityunjaya” or the “Rahu/Ketu Beej”
   • Charity (e.g., feeding dogs or donating sesame seeds)
7. Where can I perform a Kalsarpa Dosh Nivaran Pooja in Ujjain?
   At Siddhavat on the Shipra riverbank, with full traditional rites. We also offer comprehensive pooja services—including priest arrangements, materials, and seating—through UjjainDarshan. Book via UjjainDarshan.com or call +91 901‑646‑5919.
8. When should I perform the pooja?
   Select an auspicious muhurta based on your birth chart; advance booking is recommended, especially during favorable lunar transits.
9. How long does the ceremony last?
   Typically 2–3 hours, including homa (fire ritual), mantra recitation, and offerings.
10. How do I reach the pooja site?
    • By local transport: Auto‑rickshaws and buses run from Ujjain city center to Siddhavat.
    • By taxi: For door‑to‑door comfort, call our taxi service at 7201092290.

If you have more questions or need transport assistance, feel free to call 7201092290. We’re here to make your Kalsarpa Yoga remedies and rituals smooth and stress‑free.