What Is Janana Dosha?
Janana Dosha refers to astrological afflictions present in a person's birth chart (Janma Kundali) that arise due to planetary positions at the time of birth. These doshas may affect health, longevity, mental peace, or spiritual growth. Common causes include:
Presence of malefic planets in key houses (especially Lagna, 8th, or 12th)
Gandanta dosha (birth at the junction of water and fire signs)
Balarishta or Mangalya dosha affecting childhood or marital harmony
These doshas are not permanent curses—they indicate karmic imbalances that can be harmonized through proper rituals.
 
🔱 Purpose of Janana Dosha Shanti Pooja
The Shanti Pooja is performed to:
Appease afflicted planetary energies
Protect the newborn or individual from health issues and misfortunes
Ensure spiritual and emotional well-being
Invoke blessings from deities and planetary lords for a smoother life journey
It is especially recommended for:
Newborns with severe doshas in their chart
Individuals facing unexplained obstacles or recurring health issues
Families seeking peace and protection after childbirth
 
📿 Ritual Components
The pooja typically includes:
1. Graha Shanti
Navagraha pooja to pacify malefic planets
Chanting of specific mantras (e.g., Rahu, Ketu, Shani, Mars)
2. Homam (Fire Ritual)
Navagraha Homam or Mrityunjaya Homam for longevity and healing
Offerings of ghee, herbs, and samidhas into the sacred fire
3. Japa and Abhishekam
Recitation of Vedic hymns like Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
Abhishekam to Shiva Lingam or planetary yantras with milk, honey, and water
4. Daanam (Charity)
Offering clothes, grains, or silver to Brahmins or the needy
Feeding cows or sponsoring Vedic scholars
 
📆 When and Where to Perform
Ideally performed on auspicious tithis like Purnima, Pradosham, or during planetary transitions.
Can be done at home with a qualified priest or in a temple specialising in Navagraha poojas
 
🌟 Spiritual Insight
Janana Dosha Shanti Pooja is not just a remedial ritual—it’s a sacred opportunity to align one's karmic path with divine grace. It reflects the Vedic belief that birth is sacred, and any imbalance at that moment can be lovingly corrected through devotion, mantra, and ritual.