Aditya 6 of 12 · Presides over Ashadha (Jun-Jul)
Bhaga
भग
Bliss, fortune, marital felicity, wealth distribution
Mantras
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.