Do combust planets affect life in astrology and what are their remedies?

In Vedic astrology, when a planet comes very close to the Sun it is considered combust. The blazing light of the Sun diminishes the planet’s independent power, making its qualities weak. Combustion is not only significant astrologically but spiritually as well, for it works like a fire of purification that refines the soul.

What are combust planets?

When a planet comes within certain degrees of the Sun it is said to be combust. In this state, the Sun’s rays burn away the energy of that planet.

Degrees of combustion are:

Planet	Distance from Sun
Moon	Within 12 degrees
Mars	Within 17 degrees
Mercury	14 degrees (12 if retrograde)
Jupiter	Within 11 degrees
Venus	10 degrees (8 if retrograde)
Saturn	Within 15 degrees

Rahu and Ketu are not normally considered combust but when they conjunct the Sun or Moon they eclipse them and reduce their strength.

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How do combust planets influence life?

(As explained earlier - Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn and Sun with Rahu/Ketu and their effects…)

Detailed remedies for combust planets

Astrology prescribes specific remedies to reduce the negative impact of combust planets and to restore balance in life. These remedies include worship, mantra chanting, charity and lifestyle discipline.

General remedies for all combust planets

• Offer water to the Sun every morning and practice Surya Namaskar.
• Recite Aditya Hridaya Stotra.
• Respect father or father-like figures.
• Practice meditation and pranayama to identify inner flaws.
• On Saturdays, offer milk to Shivling before noon.

Remedies for combust Moon

• Offer water and milk to Shivling on Mondays.
• Chant Om Chandraya Namah 108 times.
• Donate silver and respect the mother.
• Use devotional music and meditation for peace of mind.

Remedies for combust Mars

• Offer sindoor and jasmine oil to Lord Hanuman on Tuesdays.
• Chant Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah.
• Donate red clothes and lentils.
• Practice discipline and yoga to control anger.

Remedies for combust Mercury

• Worship Lord Ganesha on Wednesdays.
• Chant Om Braam Breem Braum Sah Budhaya Namah.
• Wear green clothes and donate green gram.
• Practice polite speech and careful communication.

Remedies for combust Jupiter

• Donate yellow clothes, turmeric or chickpeas on Thursdays.
• Chant Om Brim Brihaspataye Namah.
• Respect teachers and elders.
• Study scriptures and support poor students.

Remedies for combust Venus

• Worship Goddess Lakshmi on Fridays and wear white clothes.
• Chant Om Shukraya Namah.
• Donate rice, curd and white clothes.
• Practice humility in relationships for harmony.

Remedies for combust Saturn

• Offer sesame oil to Lord Shani on Saturdays.
• Chant Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah.
• Serve the poor and laborers.
• Avoid laziness and remain disciplined in duty.

Remedies for Sun with Rahu or Ketu

• For Sun with Rahu, worship Lord Shani and Kalabhairava.
• For Sun with Ketu, worship Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva.
• Practice meditation and yoga to stabilize confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Do all planets lose power when combust?
Yes, though Mercury and Venus under certain conditions retain some influence.

2. What is the biggest impact of combust Venus?
It delays marriage, creates relationship conflicts and often forces natives to choose between career and love.

3. Are Rahu and Ketu considered combust planets?
No but when conjunct with the Sun or Moon they eclipse and weaken them.

4. Is the effect of combustion always negative?
Not always, combustion also refines the soul and teaches important life lessons.

5. What is the most important remedy for combust planets?
Worship of the Sun, chanting mantras, charity, meditation and honoring father figures are the best remedies.