(From Ayur Jyotish Volume 2 )
Heart problems have become very common these days. High BP, heart attacks, blockages, bypass surgeries, and stents—almost every family has someone facing heart issues. But can astrology predict heart diseases before they happen? Yes. In Jyotish, the heart is ruled by specific planets and houses, and if we know how to analyze them properly, we can predict and even prevent major heart troubles.
This article will explain everything in simple language so that even a beginner can understand.
Which Planets Rule the Heart?
- Sun – Main Significator of the Heart
- Sun represents the heart, blood circulation, and energy levels.
- If the Sun is weak, afflicted, or in enemy signs, heart issues are more likely.
- Moon – Controls Blood Flow and Emotional Impact
- Moon controls the rhythm of the heart (like heartbeat rate).
- Emotional stress (caused by weak Moon) can directly trigger heart issues.
- Mars – Governs Blood Pressure and Arteries
- Mars rules blood, arteries, and aggression.
- If Mars is afflicted (especially in fiery signs like Aries or Leo), it causes high BP, heart attacks, and clotting issues.
- Venus – Controls Sugar Levels and Arterial Health
- Venus rules fat and sugar metabolism.
- If Venus is weak, there are cholesterol issues, diabetes, and blockages in arteries.
- Saturn – Slow Blood Circulation and Aging of the Heart
- Saturn rules stiffness, aging, and slow blood flow.
- If Saturn afflicts Sun, it causes blockages, poor circulation, and heart failure risks.
- Rahu and Ketu – Unpredictable Heart Attacks and Genetic Issues
- Rahu gives sudden, unexpected heart attacks.
- Ketu gives silent heart disease, where a person may not even know they have heart trouble until it’s too late.
Houses That Control Heart Health
- 4th House – Natural Karaka of the Heart
- If malefics like Mars, Saturn, or Rahu are in the 4th house, heart problems are very likely.
- If the 4th lord is weak or afflicted, there are congenital (by birth) heart issues.
- 5th House – Blood Flow and Heart Function
- If 5th house is afflicted, blood circulation is weak.
- Sun, Moon, or Mars in bad condition here can lead to heart problems.
- 6th House – Diseases and Blockages
- If malefics (Saturn, Rahu, Mars) are in the 6th house, a person may develop blockages, cholesterol issues, or hypertension.
- Venus in 6th house can indicate diabetes-related heart disease.
- 8th House – Sudden Heart Attacks
- If Sun, Mars, or Moon is in 8th house, there can be sudden heart attacks or surgeries.
- Saturn in 8th house can indicate slow, chronic heart problems.
- 12th House – Hospitalization, Surgery and Bypass
If Sun, Mars, or Saturn is in the 12th house, a person may need heart surgery, stents, or bypass in life.
Common Heart Problems and Astrological Combinations
High Blood Pressure (BP) and Hypertension
- Mars afflicting the Sun in any house.
- Sun in Aries (exalted) but afflicted leads to excess heat and BP issues.
- Moon and Saturn in combination can indicate stress-related BP issues.
Cholesterol and Artery Blockages
- Venus in 6th or 8th house can cause fat metabolism issues.
- Afflicted Moon and Venus can lead to high cholesterol and weak arteries.
Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
- Mars in 8th or 12th house can indicate sudden heart attack.
- Rahu in Leo or in 1st house can indicate unexpected cardiac arrest.
- Sun heavily afflicted in D1 and D9 shows high risk of heart disease.
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Moon with Rahu or Moon with Saturn can indicate unstable heartbeat.
- Sun in 6th or 8th house can indicate heart rhythm disturbances.
Heart Failure (Weak Heart Pumping Function)
- Saturn afflicting Sun in any house.
- Weak or combust Sun in Leo can indicate weak heart function.
- Sun in Capricorn or Aquarius (enemy sign) can indicate slow blood circulation.
Bypass Surgery and Stent Placement
- Sun, Mars, or Saturn in the 12th house.
- Afflicted Sun in 8th house can indicate heart surgery.
- Dasha of 6th, 8th, or 12th lord during surgery.
Diabetes-Induced Heart Disease
- Venus in 6th house with an afflicted Moon.
- Jupiter weak and Venus strong can lead to excess sugar affecting the heart.
Remedies for Heart Health
If Sun is Weak or Afflicted (Main Heart Karaka)
- Do Surya Namaskar daily in morning sunlight.
- Chant Aditya Hridaya Stotra every day.
- Drink water in a copper vessel to strengthen Sun energy.
For Blood Pressure and Cholesterol (Mars and Venus Issues)
- Eat less spicy and oily food to balance Mars.
- Donate red masoor dal on Tuesdays.
- Wear a gold chain or copper ring to strengthen Sun and Mars.
For Blockages and Poor Circulation (Saturn and Venus Issues)
- Donate food to elderly people and laborers on Saturdays.
- Walk barefoot on green grass in the morning.
- Avoid dairy and sugar-heavy foods to balance Venus.
For Sudden Heart Attacks (Rahu and Ketu Issues)
- Keep a silver coin in your pocket to stabilize Rahu’s energy.
- Chant Mahamrityunjaya Mantra daily for protection.
- Visit a Shiva temple on Mondays and offer water to Shivling.
How to Check Heart Problems Before They Start?
- Check Sun’s condition in D1 (Birth Chart) and D9 (Navamsha).
- Check Mars in D1 and D3 (Drekkana) for blood pressure issues.
- Check Rahu and Ketu in D60 to see past-life karmic heart issues.
- Analyze the person’s Maha Dasha and Antar Dasha:
- If Sun, Mars, or Saturn is running, heart issues may surface.
- If 6th, 8th, or 12th house lords are active, chances of surgery are high.
Final Thought: Can We Prevent Heart Disease with Astrology?
Yes. Astrology is a preventive science. If we analyze the chart properly, we can see the risk of heart problems years before they happen.
- If someone has a high heart disease risk, they can take precautions early.
- If a person’s Dasha is showing heart surgery, they can start remedies and lifestyle changes beforehand.
- With proper planetary balancing, many heart-related surgeries can be avoided or minimized.
Jyotish is not just about prediction—it is about protection. If we use astrology properly, we can improve health, avoid medical emergencies, and live longer.
Jai Guru Dev,
Vinayak Bhatt