Chandra (Moon) Remedies
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Chandra is the graha associated with the mind (manas), the mother, emotions and peace at home. This page gathers the remedies traditionally used for Chandra: its gemstone, the 2 mukhi rudraksha, the Chandra yantra, bracelets and other sacred items. Each is selected under Pt. Rahul Kaushl.
Chandra in Vedic astrology
The Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra describes each graha by the signs it rules, the sign of its exaltation and debilitation, and what it signifies in a chart. A well-placed Chandra supports these areas of life; an afflicted one is strengthened or pacified with the remedies below.
| Graha | Chandra (Moon) |
|---|---|
| Day | Monday |
| Gemstone (ratna) | Pearl (Moti) |
| Common upratna | Moonstone |
| Rudraksha | 2 mukhi (modern practice) |
| Rules | Karka |
| Exalted in | Vrishabha |
| Debilitated in | Vrischika |
| Signifies | The mind (manas), the mother, emotions and peace at home |
Remedies for Chandra
- Mantra: Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandraya Namah, chanted 108 times, ideally on Monday.
- Gemstone: Pearl (Moti), worn only after a chart check, since a gemstone strengthens its planet for better or worse. A gentler, more affordable choice is moonstone.
- Rudraksha: the 2 mukhi rudraksha, linked with Chandra in modern practice.
- Yantra: the Chandra yantra or a Navagraha yantra, installed on Monday in Shukla Paksha.
- Daan and conduct: charity and steady conduct on Monday are the simplest traditional remedies, and they need no purchase.
Whether Chandra needs strengthening or pacifying depends on your chart. Consult Pt. Rahul Kaushl before choosing a gemstone.
Frequently asked questions
Which gemstone is for Chandra?
Pearl (Moti) is the ratna of Chandra. Its common substitute is moonstone. Wear it only after your birth chart has been checked.
Which rudraksha is for Chandra?
The 2 mukhi rudraksha is linked with Chandra in modern practice.
What is the mantra of Chandra?
The beej mantra is Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandraya Namah. It is traditionally chanted 108 times on Monday.
Which day is for Chandra?
Monday is traditionally associated with Chandra, and remedies are usually started on that day.
How do I know if Chandra is weak in my chart?
An astrologer reads the sign, house, aspects and dasha of Chandra in your birth chart. Signs of strength or weakness show in the areas Chandra signifies, but a reading is the reliable way to decide.
