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Aditya 6 of 12 · Presides over Ashadha (Jun-Jul)

Bhaga

भग

Bliss, fortune, marital felicity, wealth distribution

Mantras

Beej mantra
ॐ ह्रौं भगाय नमः
Primary mantra
ॐ भगाय नमः
Om Bhagaya Namah
Quality of light
Joyous-light — the morning sun on a wedding day
Ratna (gem)
Yellow sapphire
Vahana
Solar chariot
Presiding month
Ashadha (Jun-Jul)

Benefit of worship

Marital bliss, wealth distribution (not just acquisition), removes domestic discord

Story / Origin

Lost his eyes at Daksha yajna disruption — Veerabhadra blinded him. Hence depicted as blind seer. Yet remains source of all marital and worldly fortune — taught that true bhaga (bliss) is internal, not dependent on outer sight. The word "Bhagavan" derives from Bhaga.

Vrata practice

Ashadha Purnima — couples recite Bhaga stuti together; donate eye-care to needy

Associated temple

Surya temple at Martand (Kashmir) — Bhaga shrine

See 12 sacred tirthas and Nava Graha for full graha-grid.

Plan a Surya puja

Cannot travel? Book a remote Bhaga puja with video proof. For Ratha Saptami + Makar Sankranti dates see Hindu festival calendar 2026.