Shanti & Pariharam (Remedial Chapter)
The Shanti & Pariharam (Remedial Chapter) in Nadi astrology plays a crucial role in guiding individuals through their karmic challenges by suggesting appropriate remedies. According to Nadi astrology, a person’s current life is shaped by the accumulated karma from past lives, and negative karma can manifest as obstacles, health issues, financial struggles, relationship problems, or other hardships. The purpose of this chapter is to help individuals mitigate the adverse effects of their past karma and improve their present and future through prescribed remedies.
Nadi astrology believes that every action in past lives leaves an imprint on the soul, influencing one’s destiny in the current life. If a person is facing continuous struggles in any aspect of life—be it career, health, marriage, or financial stability—it is often linked to karmic debts from previous births. The remedial chapter identifies these negative influences and provides specific rituals, prayers, or acts of service that can help reduce their impact. Remedies, known as Pariharams, vary from simple prayers to elaborate rituals and are often personalized based on the severity of the individual’s karma.
One of the most commonly suggested remedies in Nadi astrology involves temple visits. Certain planetary doshas (negative planetary influences) can be reduced by visiting specific temples where particular deities are known to offer relief. For instance, individuals affected by Rahu-Ketu dosha may be advised to visit temples dedicated to Lord Shiva or Goddess Durga, while those facing financial issues may be directed to Lakshmi temples. Many remedies include lighting lamps, offering abhishekams (ritual bathing of deities), and reciting sacred mantras to invoke divine blessings.
Another significant remedy involves performing homams or yagnas, which are fire rituals conducted with specific chants to appease planetary deities. These homams help to cleanse the individual’s aura and balance negative energy. Guruji or the astrologer who reads the Nadi leaf will often specify which homam is required based on the person's planetary positions and karmic imbalances. Popular homams include Ganapathi Homam for removing obstacles, Navagraha Homam for balancing planetary influences, and Maha Mrityunjaya Homam for health and longevity.
Charitable acts and donations are another essential part of Nadi astrology remedies. It is believed that by giving to the needy, an individual can wash away some of their past karmic burdens. The remedial chapter may suggest specific acts of charity such as feeding the poor, donating clothes, sponsoring education for children, or helping in temple construction. These selfless acts not only bring relief from karma but also invite good fortune into one’s life. In many cases, individuals are advised to donate specific items based on the planet causing distress, such as feeding cows for Venus-related issues or offering black sesame seeds to Saturn for Shani dosha.
Recitation of mantras and prayers is another effective remedy recommended in this chapter. Chanting Vedic hymns or specific slokas dedicated to different deities helps in purifying the mind and soul. The astrologer may advise the person to recite mantras such as the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra for health, the Vishnu Sahasranama for overall well-being, or the Hanuman Chalisa for strength and protection. Some remedies also include wearing energized gemstones, as they are believed to influence planetary energies. However, gemstones should be worn only after proper consultation since incorrect stones can amplify negative effects instead of reducing them.
Fasting on particular days is another common remedy prescribed in the Shanti & Pariharam chapter. Fasting helps in controlling negative karmic influences and strengthens one's connection with divine energies. For example, fasting on Mondays is said to please Lord Shiva, while fasting on Thursdays helps in improving Jupiter-related issues, such as wisdom and prosperity. Apart from fasting, following a disciplined lifestyle, engaging in meditation, and practicing self-restraint are also considered important in cleansing past karmas.
For individuals suffering from severe karma-related problems, Guruji or the Nadi reader may suggest performing Pitru Tarpanam, a ritual performed to honor ancestors. It is believed that unresolved karmas of ancestors can affect the descendants, causing unexpected struggles in life. By offering food, water, and prayers to ancestors, the soul lineage is pacified, and the individual receives blessings for a smoother life journey.
Ultimately, the Shanti & Pariharam chapter in Nadi astrology serves as a divine guide to resolving life’s obstacles by following prescribed spiritual and remedial actions. The remedies suggested are deeply rooted in ancient Vedic traditions and are meant to cleanse past karmic debts, ensuring peace, prosperity, and overall well-being. Those who sincerely follow the recommended pariharams with faith and devotion often experience a positive transformation in their lives, as they align themselves with higher cosmic energies and divine grace.