Combustion Detector
Discover which planets in your birth chart are combust (too close to the Sun) and understand how this weakens their effects. Get detailed combustion severity analysis and strength loss percentages.
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What is Planetary Combustion?
Planetary combustion (also called Asta in Sanskrit) occurs when a planet comes too close to the Sun in your birth chart. The Sun's intense energy overwhelms the planet, weakening its natural significations and ability to deliver positive results.
Solar Dominance
When planets are within a specific degree range of the Sun, they become 'burnt' or 'combust'. The Sun's powerful rays overshadow the planet's individual influence, making it difficult for the planet to express its qualities.
Weakened Effects
A combust planet loses 50-100% of its strength depending on proximity to the Sun. This can manifest as challenges in the life areas that planet governs, such as relationships for Venus or career for Saturn.
Did You Know?
In ancient Vedic texts, combustion is compared to a small candle placed next to a blazing fire—the candle's light becomes invisible in the fire's brilliance. Similarly, a planet near the Sun becomes overshadowed and unable to shine its influence.
Combustion Degree Ranges
Each planet has a different combustion threshold. The closer a planet is to the Sun (within these degree ranges), the more severely it's combust:
Combustion Severity Levels
Deep Combustion (0-50% of limit): Planet loses 75-100% strength. Severe difficulties in that planet's significations.
Mild Combustion (50-100% of limit): Planet loses 50-75% strength. Moderate challenges but some positive results possible.
No Combustion (Beyond limit): Planet functions normally and can deliver full results.
Effects of Combust Planets
Understanding which planet is combust helps you recognize patterns in your life and take remedial actions:
Combust Moon
Emotional sensitivity, mood swings, strained relationship with mother, mental stress, difficulty making decisions.
Combust Mars
Lack of courage, low energy, conflicts with siblings, difficulty asserting yourself, property disputes.
Combust Mercury
Communication difficulties, poor business decisions, learning challenges, nervous disorders, speech problems.
Combust Jupiter
Reduced wisdom, financial troubles, issues with children or education, lack of spiritual progress, poor guidance.
Combust Venus
Relationship problems, lack of comforts, artistic blockages, difficulty in marriage, reduced charm and beauty.
Combust Saturn
Increased obstacles, authority issues, health problems, delays in achievements, servant troubles.
Important Note
The effects of combustion depend on the overall chart. A combust planet in a strong house with good aspects can still give some positive results. Additionally, if the Sun itself is well-placed and strong, it may reduce negative combustion effects since the Sun "adopts" the combust planet's qualities.
Exceptions: Cazimi & Special Cases
Not all close planetary positions are negative! There are important exceptions to combustion rules:
Cazimi (Heart of the Sun)
When a planet is within 1 degree of the Sun (on either side), it enters a special state called Cazimi or "in the heart of the Sun." Instead of being weakened, the planet becomes extremely powerful and is said to be "sitting on the throne with the King."
✨ Cazimi Range: Planet exactly 0° to 1° from Sun = Empowered state
This is highly auspicious and indicates that planet's significations are blessed by solar authority.
Retrograde Planets
Some astrologers believe retrograde planets are less affected by combustion because they're moving away from the Sun (visually). However, this is debated in classical texts.
Sun in Own Sign
When the Sun is in Leo (its own sign) or Aries (exaltation), some texts suggest combust planets suffer less because the Sun is dignified and generous.
Remedies for Combust Planets
If you have combust planets, these Vedic remedies can help strengthen them and reduce negative effects:
🙏 Mantras & Prayers
- Chant the mantra of the combust planet daily (108 times)
- Offer water to the Sun at sunrise (Surya Arghya) to appease solar energy
- Recite Aditya Hridayam or Gayatri Mantra on Sundays
- Visit temples dedicated to the combust planet's deity
💎 Gemstones & Donations
- Wear the gemstone of the combust planet (consult an astrologer first)
- Donate items related to the planet on its ruling day
- For combust Jupiter: donate yellow items, turmeric, gold on Thursdays
- For combust Venus: donate white items, rice, sugar on Fridays
🧘 Lifestyle & Fasting
- Fast on the weekday ruled by the combust planet
- Strengthen the Sun through Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations)
- Practice meditation during sunrise to balance solar energy
- Cultivate qualities of the combust planet through conscious effort
Timing of Remedies
Start remedies on an auspicious day, preferably when the combust planet's ruling weekday coincides with a favorable Nakshatra. The hora (planetary hour) of the combust planet is also ideal for performing remedies. Consistency is key—continue remedies for at least 40 days to see effects.
Combustion Effects by House Position
The house where combustion occurs influences which life areas are most affected. Here's how combust planets manifest in different houses:
Self & Personality
Identity crisis, low confidence, health issues, weak constitution
Wealth & Family
Financial instability, speech problems, family conflicts, poor savings
Siblings & Courage
Strained sibling relationships, lack of initiative, communication issues
Home & Mother
Property troubles, difficult relationship with mother, emotional insecurity
Children & Creativity
Issues with children, blocked creativity, poor speculation results
Health & Enemies
Chronic health problems, litigation troubles, workplace conflicts
Marriage & Partnerships
Marital discord, business partnership problems, spouse health issues
Transformation & Longevity
Hidden enemies, sudden losses, obstacles in research or occult
Luck & Dharma
Reduced fortune, spiritual confusion, difficult relations with father/guru
Career & Status
Professional setbacks, damaged reputation, authority problems
Gains & Networks
Friendship troubles, unfulfilled desires, irregular income
Losses & Liberation
Excessive expenses, isolation, difficulty with spiritual practices
House Lords Matter Too
The effects also depend on which planet rules the house where combustion occurs and what that planet represents for your ascendant. A combust benefic planet causes different issues than a combust malefic. Complete chart analysis is essential for accurate predictions.
Historical & Spiritual Significance
The concept of planetary combustion appears in classical Vedic astrology texts and carries deep philosophical meaning:
Classical Texts
Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Saravali, and other ancient texts describe combustion (Asta) in detail. They explain specific degree ranges, effects on different planets, and remedial measures.
Karmic Interpretation
Some traditions view combustion as a karmic indicator—lessons the soul needs to learn in this lifetime. The combust planet's significations represent areas where growth through challenge is necessary.
Modern Astrological Perspective
Contemporary astrologers debate combustion's severity, with some suggesting it's less problematic in modern times. However, most agree that very close conjunctions (within 3-5 degrees) do significantly affect planetary expression. The key is understanding that combustion doesn't doom a chart—it simply indicates areas requiring extra effort, awareness, and remedial support.