According to the Hindu tradition, each family is believed to have a Kuldevta-an ancestral deity worshipped since time immemorial. Their blessings are said to shield one's home from ill-luck, and bring peace, prosperity, and domestic harmony. But if the Kuldevta gets angry, the shadow of misfortune falls. From domestic strife to financial losses, devotees believe that the effects of such divine anger can be severe and far-reaching.
When the signs begin to show
The first indication of a displeased Kuldevta, as explained by believers, is obstruction in every task. Be it marriage, career, business, or education—nothing seems to move smoothly. Repeated delays or unexpected obstacles for several family members may indicate divine displeasure.
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A string of ailments or accidents
If many members of the family start falling sick, or accidents start occurring with members around the same time, that is a sure sign of the deity's anger. Even trouble on the way to a temple visit is seen as a warning. Frequent illness among children, too, is considered an ominous sign.
Strained marriages and broken relationships
It is believed that repeated delays in marriage, sudden misunderstandings between partners, or unexpected breakups in otherwise stable relationships point to the Kuldevta's wrath.
Neglecting worship and temple visits
If the family has not conducted an annual Kuldevta puja or even visited the ancestral temple for years, believers say, the deity may turn away. Misunderstandings, quarrels, and emotional turmoil within the family often follow.
Endless conflict and loss of peace.
Constant tension, unexplained anger, and depression within the house are viewed as symptoms of divine displeasure. Frequent quarrels between siblings or elders add to the unease.
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Financial setbacks and property disputes
Tradition has it that an angry Kuldevta brings financial loss and decline: from the loss of ancestral property to business failures or even mounting debts.
Bad dreams
Seeing snakes, a vision of the deceased ancestors, or even the deity's temple is said to be a direct message in a dream-a call to one's attention before misfortune deepens. In such a belief, faith and fear often go hand in hand. Devotees say that it keeps the bond of protection unbroken by remembering and honouring your family deity, which many explain as spiritual signs, while others attribute it to simple coincidences.
