Topic: medical-astrology-nakshatras

When a planet is "Vakri" or Retrograde, it appears to move backward in the sky. This is not a real backward movement but an optical illusion caused by the Earth moving faster than the outer planets. In astrology, a Vakri planet is considered strong but unpredictable, often delivering results that are unconventional or delayed.

The "Shree Suktam" or specific mantras for Venus (Shukra) and Jupiter (Guru) are powerful for attracting wealth. However, consistent karma and hard work are the vehicles that mantras fuel.

Yes, classical texts like Mantra Mahodadhi state that when faced with severe wealth loss, chanting Sri Suktam and Kanakdhara Stotram alongside worshiping Lord Kuber brings highly positive financial turnarounds.

Unlike other Hindu festivals based on the Lunar calendar (Tithi), Makar Sankranti follows the Solar calendar. It marks the specific celestial event of the Sun entering the Capricorn (Makar) zodiac sign. Hence, it usually falls on Jan 14 or 15.