Mangala - Mars spends 57.25 days in each sign of the zodiac
Mars or the planet mars is the commander-in-chief of the assembly of the nine planets. It is also said to be god of war. Mars is warrior by nature-bile-dominated in temperament. Our courage, bravery, patience, self-confidence and leadership abilities are ruled by Mars.
Mars makes its natives short-tempered; very argumentative; lovers of weapons, commanders, soldiers, generals and policemen. It gives technical and mechanical abilities.
| Alternative Name |
Mangala |
| Planetary Ruler |
Aries and Scorpio |
| Sidereal Ruler |
Aquarius and Virgo |
| Represented by |
God of war and bloodshed whose symbol was a sword (Roman Mythology) |
| Associated Day |
Tuesday |
| In Chinese Astrology |
Ruled by the element fire, which is passionate, energetic and adventurous. |
| In Indian Astrology |
Represents energy, confidence and ego |
| Related Gemstones |
Coral |
| Related Metal |
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| In numerology |
Rules number 9 |
Mars is very fond of law and order and arrangement. It gives great administrative ability, independent spirit, determination, energy, drive and a strong sense of purpose.
He is painted red or flame colour, four-armed, carrying a trident, club, lotus and a spear. His Vahana (mount) is a ram. He presides over 'Mangal-war' or Tuesday.
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