Shani Grah Shanti Pooja is a ritual performed to appease Saturn (Shani), one of the nine celestial planets (Navagraha) in Vedic astrology. Saturn is associated with discipline, hard work, and justice, but when negatively positioned in a person's birth chart, it can lead to delays, obstacles, and hardships. This pooja aims to mitigate those adverse effects and promote peace, prosperity, and positive energy.

Materials Needed:

Idol or Picture of Lord Shani: An image or murti of Shani, often depicted in dark colors.

Puja Samagri: Flowers, incense sticks, diya (lamp), and fruits.

Black Cloth: Since Shani is associated with dark colors, a black cloth can be used for offerings.

Chandan (sandalwood paste): For applying on the idol or image.

Black Sesame Seeds (Til): Used in offerings as they are particularly auspicious for Shani worship.

Water and a small container: For purification (aachaman).

Prasad: Sweets made from jaggery or any offerings to distribute after the pooja.

Steps to Perform Shani Grah Shanti Pooja:

Preparation:

Choose an auspicious day, ideally a Saturday, which is dedicated to Lord Shani.

Clean the space and set up an altar with the idol or picture of Lord Shani.

Purification:

Take a bath and wear clean clothes.

Light the diya and incense sticks to create a sacred atmosphere.

Aarti:

Perform Aarti in front of the idol while singing a hymn dedicated to Lord Shani.

Follow it with prayers for blessings related to patience, hard work, and justice.

Prasad Distribution:

Offer the prepared prasad to the idol and then distribute it among family and friends, ensuring everyone receives blessings.

Conclusion:

Conclude the pooja with gratitude, thanking Lord Shani for his blessings.

Chant the mantra "Om Namo Bhagavate Shanaishcharaya Namah" several times to end the ceremony.

Benefits of Shani Grah Shanti Pooja:

Mitigating Hardships: Helps to reduce the impact of difficult planetary positions.

Enhanced Discipline: Encourages discipline, responsibility, and hard work.

Success and Prosperity: Attracts good fortune and success in personal and professional endeavors.

Emotional Stability: Promotes patience and resilience in challenging situations.

Recurring Practice:

Regularly performing Shani Grah Shanti Pooja, especially on Saturdays, can help maintain a favorable influence of Shani in one’s life.

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