Guru Asta, or Jupiter Combust, starts on July 15, 2026. According to Vedic astrology, Jupiter is one of the most important planets for marriage, blessings, family growth, wisdom, children and dharma. It is believed that when the Sun is burning, it conceals the power of Jupiter in its light. This is why people are advised to refrain from attending major auspicious ceremonies, particularly marriages, when the Guru is in Asta. The blessings of Jupiter are very important for a happy and stable married life. The weaknesses of gurus can lead to unclear, unsupportive, or unwise decisions about marriage in the long term.
Why Marriage Is Avoided During Jupiter Combust
Marriage is not just a social event. In the Vedic tradition, it is a sacred commitment between two families, two life paths. Jupiter offers spiritual protection, good judgment, blessings of the elders and harmony in the family. Jupiter Combust 2026 can create doubt about marriage choices for some. Families might disagree. Discussions will be postponed. Doubts will be raised. In the rush to speed up the process, some will miss important warning signs. This is the reason why the marriage season usually dips when Jupiter is in combustion.
When Will Marriage Season Restart?
When Jupiter goes out of combustion on August 12, it is called Guru Uday or the end of Guru Asta, and then the marriage season will start again. Once Jupiter moves out of combustion, after checking the right muhurat, auspicious activities such as marriage, engagement, griha pravesh, and major family ceremonies can be commenced. The exact start date should be decided based on the couple’s birth charts, family tradition, the local panchang, and the city. A general date is not enough to select a marriage muhurat.
What Can Couples Do During Guru Asta?
This time is well spent. It is useful for preparation, discussion, and correction. Couples can take advantage of this period to improve their understanding of each other. Families can discuss their expectations, money, location, responsibilities and plans. You can prepare documents, plan the budget, meet astrologers, shortlist dates and settle family disputes. But it is better not to hastily complete the last marriage rituals without checking the correct muhurat and seeking advice from Guru Uday.
Remedy During Jupiter Combust
On Thursday: To strengthen Jupiter’s energy, chant “Om Gurave Namah” 108 times. To offer to Guru Brihaspati or lord Vishnu, offer yellow sweets, yellow flowers, chana dal or turmeric. Also, it is possible to give food, such as bananas or yellow grains, to a person who needs it. Respect the authority of teachers, elders, priests and parents now.