Shani Dev (Lord Saturn) is one of the most powerful yet misunderstood deities in Hinduism. Known as the Karmaphal Data (giver of justice), Shani punishes or rewards based on one’s actions. His influence—especially during Sade Sati and Shani Dasha—can bring challenges, delays, losses, or intense spiritual growth.
Here’s a complete guide on how to worship Shani Dev, along with effective remedies to reduce Saturn’s negative effects and attract blessings.
🌑 Who is Shani Dev?
- Son of Surya Dev (Sun God) and Chhaya Devi
- Rides a crow or vulture, holds sword, bow, and arrow
- Governs discipline, karma, justice, patience, detachment, and endurance
- Associated with Saturday (Shanivar), color black/blue, and planet Saturn
🪔 Symptoms of Shani’s Malefic Influence
If Shani is negatively placed in your horoscope, you may face:
- Long-term struggles and delays
- Chronic illnesses or leg-related issues
- Job loss or repeated failures
- Fear, anxiety, depression
- Legal or financial troubles
This occurs mostly during:
- Sade Sati (7.5-year Saturn cycle)
- Shani Mahadasha or Antardasha
- Shani’s transit over key natal planets
🙏 How to Worship Shani Dev
🗓️ Best Day to Worship: Saturday (Shanivar)
🛕 Simple Puja Vidhi at Home:
- Wake up early, bathe, and wear black or dark blue clothes.
- Visit a Shani Mandir or offer prayers at home.
- Light a sesame oil (til ka tel) diya under a Peepal tree or near Shani’s idol.
- Offer black sesame seeds, mustard oil, black urad dal, and blue flowers.
- Recite Shani Mantras:
- “Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah” (108 times)
- “Neelanjan Samabhasam Ravi Putram Yamagrajam…” (Shani Beej Mantra)
- Read or listen to:
- Shani Chalisa
- Shani Mahatmya
- Hanuman Chalisa (Hanuman protects against Shani’s harshness)
- Feed crows or donate to the poor.
🌿 Powerful Remedies to Remove Shani Dosha
| Remedy | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Donate black clothes, iron, mustard oil, or shoes on Saturdays | Pacifies Shani |
| Feed crows or the poor | Removes negative karma |
| Avoid lying, cheating, or hurting others | Aligns with Saturn’s karmic justice |
| Chant Hanuman Chalisa daily | Hanuman protects against Shani’s wrath |
| Worship Lord Shiva | Especially with oil and black til |
| Perform Shani Shanti Puja (recommended with a priest) | For intense malefic doshas |
| Observe Saturday fast | Brings discipline and grace |
🌌 Spiritual Lessons of Shani Dev
Though Shani may bring difficulties, his ultimate goal is to:
- Teach life’s lessons
- Help the soul evolve through patience, detachment, and karma cleansing
- Push devotees toward honesty, humility, and discipline
Shani Dev is not cruel—he is fair and deeply compassionate to those who reform.
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- Understand if you’re under Sade Sati or Shani Dasha
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- Recommend mantras and donation practices
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Jai Shani Dev! May your karmas be purified and your path enlightened. 🌑🕯️🪐
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