Venus Combustion (Shukra Asta): Why Muhurtas Avoid This Period
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Shukra Asta—literally “the setting of Venus”—occurs when Venus draws so close to the Sun on the ecliptic that its brilliance is drowned out. Astronomically, this is called combustion; astrologically, it weakens Venusian significations such as marriage, luxury, beauty and vehicles.
1. What Exactly Is Venus Combustion?
In ephemeris terms, Venus is combust whenever the geocentric angular distance between Sun and Venus falls below a critical orb. Classical texts (e.g. Brihat Samhita 8.20) prescribe 10 °, but modern Panchāṅgas refine it to 8 ° when Venus is retrograde and 10 ° when direct. Our calculator uses this dynamic rule for precise Asta windows.
(Times are calculated for your local time. Use our interactive Guru Asta calculator to obtain localised timings for any city.)
3. Classical Muhurta Restrictions During Shukra Asta
| Prohibited Activities | Reason In Texts |
|---|---|
| Marriage / Engagement ( Vivāha) | Muhūrta Chintāmaṇi & Dīpta Chandrikā classify marriage under Venusian sphere; combust Venus denies marital bliss. |
| Buying Gold, Vehicles, Luxury Items | Venus rules opulence and vehicles; results are short-lived when combust. |
| Starting Perfume, Fashion, Art Business | Creative arts fall under Shukra; combust period drains charm and publicity. |
4. Astrological Impact on Personal Horoscopes
Native charts with natal Sun–Venus conjunction are naturally combust; however transiting Shukra Asta influences everyone:
- Relationships: Misunderstandings escalate, proposals stall.
- Finances: Delay luxury spending; quality issues surface post-purchase.
- Health: Skin, reproductive and hormonal imbalances may flare up.
5. Remedies to Pacify a Combust Venus
- Recite the Śukra Bīja Mantra – “ Om Draṁ Drīṁ Draũṁ Sah Shukrāya Namaḥ” – 16 mala during Asta.
- Donate white items (rice, curd, sandalwood, white clothes) to the needy on Fridays.
- Observe a light fast or avoid sour foods on Fridays between sunrise and sunset.
Conclusion
Venus combustion is a short yet sensitive interval in the Vedic calendar. Following classical guidelines—especially postponing marriages and luxury purchases—ensures Venus regains its auspicious strength once it rises ( Shukra Udaya) again. Stay informed with our real-time Guru Asta calculator so you never book an important muhurta blind.
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