What is Marriage Matching?
Marriage matching is the process of checking compatibility between prospective partners before marriage, often using astrology (especially in Hindu tradition). It’s believed that checking compatibility can help ensure harmony, health, and prosperity in married life.
10 Key Compatibility Factors
- Varna Compatibility – Spiritual and ego alignment (traditional Vedic factor).
- Vashya Compatibility – Mutual attraction, influence, and control dynamics.
- Tara (Birth Star) Compatibility – Health, well-being, and luck.
- Yoni (Sexual Compatibility) – Physical and sexual harmony.
- Graha Maitri (Mental Compatibility) – Friendship, understanding, and intellectual connection.
- Gana (Temperament Compatibility) – Matching temperaments to avoid clashes.
- Bhakoot (Emotional & Financial Compatibility) – Love, family harmony, and financial stability.
- Nadi (Health & Genetics) – Health of partners and future children.
- Manglik Dosha – Checking Mars effects and remedies for harmony.
- Lifestyle & Value Alignment – Modern factors like education, habits, career goals, and family values.