The practice of matching Kundlis has been a unique feature of Hindu marriages for centuries. Though many customs and traditions have vanished with time, this practice has survived into the 21st century.
Traditionally, a marriage alliance in India used to be fixed by the parents of the boy and the girl. Kundli matching plays a crucial role in the entire process. Kundli means horoscope or birth chart. Kundli matching is done to assess how compatible the boy and girl are, as the success of the marriage depends so much on the compatibility factor. Since arranged marriages used to be the norm, the two people would not be knowing each other well. As they have to spend a lifetime together after marriage, it is important to know if they will make a good match. By matching their Kundlis, the astrologer will find out if they will have a happy and successful conjugal life.
Kundli matching should be done by a reputed astrologer so that an accurate assessment can be made. If it’s not accurate, it may have undesirable consequences for the couple.
The Ashtakoota method in Kundli matching
Marriage is seen as the union of two souls. This soul connection is believed to be eternal, but it all depends on whether we find our soul mate who will be perfect for us. Kundli matching can help us find out who is the right one for us. Kundli matching involves the matching of the horoscopes or birth charts of the boy and the girl. A horoscope or birth chart is a representation of the sky and the positions of the stars and planets in the sky at the time of an individual’s birth. An astrologer uses the ‘Gunn Milan method,’ or ‘Ashtakoota method’ to match the Kundlis. He/she will evaluate the Moon’s position in the charts of the two people. This method will examine eight kootas that influence eight aspects of the marriage. Each koota is given a score based on the match between the two people’s charts. According to the points obtained by matching the horoscopes, the success of the marriage will be predicted. There are 36 Gunns, and at least 18 should match for a successful and happy marriage.
Why is Kundli matching important in love marriages?
Kundli matching is not just for arranged marriages. It can be done even for love marriages, where the boy and girl know one another well. Times have changed, so many people nowadays are opting for love marriages. In a love marriage, the two people have known each other for some time, and they know if they are compatible or not. They know each other’s likes and dislikes, their strengths and weaknesses, their lifestyle, etc. But the fact is, a successful marriage depends on many things, not just love. Of course, Kundali matching can predict the compatibility between the two people in terms of s, their personality, attitude, etc. In a love marriage, all this is familiar territory for the boy and the girl.
Even in a love marriage, things can go wrong sometimes. For instance, after the marriage, when the couple starts living together, they may become aware of some differences in their temperaments. This could cause problems. Financial issues, lack of progeny, sexual incompatibility, health problems, interference of relatives, extramarital affairs, etc. can also create issues between the couple.
When the horoscopes are matched before the marriage, it will help identify the problems that are likely to arise in the future. During the process of Kundli matching, the astrologer will be able to spot such issues. It is also possible to know the life span of the individuals, the length of the marriage, chances of divorce, separation, and also the role of the partner in the other person’s career. The presence of Doshas like Mangal Dosha, Rahu and Ketu Dosha, Pitru Dosha, etc. is regarded as inauspicious. Mangal Dosha, especially, is feared by many as it is seen as harmful to the partner of the person who has this Dosha. Sometimes, the astrologer will recommend that the marriage be called off. Or they may suggest some ‘pariharas’ or remedies to offset the ill effects of the Dosha, provided the malefic influence is not too strong.
Though many modern youngsters scoff at astrology and astrologers, it is a fact that this is an ancient science that has existed for centuries, which also says something about its validity. Many people have benefited from the guidance of astrologers when they faced problems, doubts, and confusion in their lives. Marriage is a seminal event in a person’s life. Even if you know the person you are going to marry beforehand, there are things neither of you may be able to predict your life together after marriage. The beauty of Astrology is that you can get an idea of it through Kundli matching. It will help you become aware of the problems that lie hidden and be prepared for it well in advance. Hence, the significance of Kundli matching in love marriages.