Parihara (Remedies)
పరిహారం
Sanskrit: परिहार · Category: Astrology
Quick Definition
Vedic astrological remedies to mitigate doshas, planetary afflictions, or bad transits.
Detailed Explanation
Categories: gemstones (navaratna), mantras (graha-specific), donations (daan), fasts (vratas), pujas (homam/yagna), specific behaviors (avoiding certain colors/foods on specific days), temple visits, charity (anna-daan). The right parihara depends on the specific dosha and the individual's chart.
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Author & Sources
Compiled by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar. Definitions cross-referenced against classical texts: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Muhurta Chintamani, Surya Siddhanta, Gṛhya Sūtras. See the full Vedic Glossary for 58 terms across Panchanga, Astrology, Calendar, Dosha, Ritual, and Sanskara categories.