Rudrabhishek is a sacred Hindu ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. This ritual involves the ceremonial bathing (Abhishek) of the Shiva Lingam, a representation of Lord Shiva, with various sacred substances, including milk, honey, ghee, sugar, and water. Among these, coconut water holds a special significance. Significance of Coconut Water in Rudrabhishek Coconut water, known for its purity and cooling properties, is often used in Hindu rituals. In the context of Rudrabhishek, it is believed that offering coconut water to Lord Shiva can: Purify the Mind and Body : The natural purity of coconut water is thought to cleanse both the physical and spiritual impurities of the devotee. Calm and Cool : Lord Shiva, often depicted with a calm demeanor, is believed to be appeased by the cooling effect of coconut water. Auspicious Offering : In Hinduism, the coconut is considered a symbol of fertility, prosperity, and purity. Offering coconut water is seen as a...

Shani Bhagavan (Saturn) is a significant deity in Hinduism, particularly associated with discipline, justice, and karma. Several popular stories and myths revolve around Shani graha, illustrating his influence and role in Hindu mythology and astrology. Here are a few well-known stories: Shani and Lord Ganesha One of the popular stories involves Shani's reluctance to look at Lord Ganesha after his birth. According to the legend, Shani was aware of the power of his gaze, which could bring misfortune. When Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati asked him to bless their newborn son, Shani refused. However, upon insistence, he reluctantly looked at Ganesha, causing his head to be severed. Later, Lord Shiva replaced Ganesha's head with that of an elephant, giving him a new form. Shani and King Harishchandra King Harishchandra is known for his unwavering commitment to truth and justice. Shani tested his resolve by bringing immense hardship upon him. Harishchandra lost his kingdom, wea...

Shani Jayanti is believed to be the day when Lord Shani, one of the Navagrahas made its appearance on Earth. In 2026, the date of Shani Jayanti is May 16. In Western parts of India it is marked on May 26. Shani is feared by those people who believe and follow astrology, as Shanaishchara has the capacity to create malefic influence on the horoscope and thus in their life. Shani Jayanti Mantra शं शनैश्चराय खद्योताय नमः Sham Shaneshcharaya Kadyotaya Namah  Chant the mantra 108 times on the day. On Shani Jayanti day, people perform special pujas at Navagraha Temples or in Shani Temples. Those Hindus having Saturn cycle or Shani cycle or Sade Sathi in their horoscope perform special pujas like Shani Yagya or Homa. Some devotees observe a fast (fasting or upvaas) on the day and the rules observed are similar to Shanivar Vrat or Saturday Fasting. This is a blessing posture of Shani worshipped in  Thirunallar shani temple. Darshan of the murti is consider...

The Shani Mantra is a powerful invocation dedicated to Lord Shani, also known as Saturn in Hindu tradition. Chanting this mantra is believed to alleviate the negative effects of Saturn in one's life and bring peace and prosperity. Here are 5 Shani Mantra to overcome difficulties in life. शनि स्तोत्र ॐ नीलांजन समाभासं रवि पुत्रं यमाग्रजम । छायामार्तंड संभूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम ।। शनि पीड़ाहर स्तोत्र सुर्यपुत्रो दीर्घदेहो विशालाक्ष : शिवप्रिय : । दीर्घचार : प्रसन्नात्मा पीडां हरतु मे शनि : ।। तन्नो मंद : प्रचोदयात ।। शनिदेव को प्रसन्न करने वाले सरल मंत्र " ॐ शं शनैश्चराय नमः " " ॐ प्रां प्रीं प्रौं सः शनैश्चराय नमः " " ॐ शन्नो देविर्भिष्ठयः आपो भवन्तु पीतये। सय्योंरभीस्रवन्तुनः।। शनि का पौराणिक मंत्र ऊँ ह्रिं नीलांजनसमाभासं रविपुत्रं यमाग्रजम। छाया मार्तण्डसम्भूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम्।। जय गणेश गिरिजा सुवन , मंगल करण कृपाल। दीनन के दुख दूर करि , कीजै नाथ निहाल॥ जय जय श्री ...

In Hindu scriptures and astrology, Shani Bhagavan is the deity associated with the planet Saturn. Shani is often depicted riding a crow. The crow serves as the vehicle (vahana) of Shani, and this symbolism carries various interpretations: Dark and Mysterious: Crows are often associated with darkness and mystery. Shani, being a deity associated with justice, discipline, and karmic consequences, may be represented riding a crow to emphasize the mysterious and sometimes harsh nature of these aspects. Symbol of Time: Shani or Saturn is the is the slow-moving planet. Crows, being intelligent birds, are observant of their surroundings. This quality of vigilance can be linked to the patient and methodical nature of time, as represented by Shani. Karma and Consequences: Crows are scavengers and often feed on the remains of other creatures. This scavenging behavior may symbolize the karmic consequences and the idea that Shani oversees the results of one's actions. The crow, as a ve...

प्राचीन प्रसंग के अनुसार राजा दशरथ ने शनिदेव से कहा कि आप किसी को पीड़ा न पहुंचाएं। शनिदेव ने कहा - यह वर असंभव है क्योंकि जीवों के कर्मानुसार सुख - दुख देने के लिए ही ग्रहों की नियुक्ति हुई है किंतु मैं तुम्हें वर देता हूं कि जो तुम्हारी इस स्तुति को पढ़ेगा , वह पीड़ा से मुक्त हो जाएगा।   कोणाऽन्तको रौद्रयमोऽथ ब्रभु : । कृष्ण शनि : पिंगलमंद सौरि : । नित्यं समृतो यो हरते च पीड़ां तस्मै नम : श्रीरविनंदनाय।। 1 । सुरासुर : किंपुरुषा गणेंद्रा गन्धर्वविद्याधरपन्नगाश्च। पीड्यंति सर्वे विषमस्थितेन , तस्मै नम : श्रीरविनंदनाय।। 2 ।। नरा नरेन्द्रा : पशवो मृगेंद्रा वन्याश्य ये कीटपतंगभृंगा। पीड्यंति सर्वे विषमस्थितेन तस्मै नम : श्रीरविनंदनाय।। 3 ।। देशाश्च दुर्गाणि वनानि यत्र सेनानिवेशा : पुरपत्तनाति। पीड्यंति सर्वे विषमस्थितेन तस्मै नम : श्रीरविनंदनाय।। 4 ।। तिलैर्यवैर्माषगुडन्नदार्नै लोहेन नीलाम्बरदानतो वा। प्रीणात मंत्रैॢनजवासरे च तस्मै नम : श्रीरविनंदनाय।। 5 ।। प्र...

Shani stotram is a powerful prayer dedicated to Shani Bhagavan and is ideal to overcome Shani dosham and all other horoscope related problems due to the bad positioning of Shani Navagraha in a person’s horoscope or jatakam. Shani stotram in Malayalam is given below. You should chant the mantra 108 times on all Saturdays. You can also offer prayers daily to Shasta or Ayyappa and Hanuman Swamy to overcome Shani related issues in horoscope. ശനി സ്തോത്രം നീലാഞ്ജനസമാഭാസം   രവിപുത്രം യമാഗ്രജം ഛായാമാര് ‍ ത്താണ്ഡസംഭൂതം തം നമാമി ശനൈശ്ചരം

Sade Sati mantra helps in alleviating the bad happenings in life because of the bad positioning of Shani Bhagavan (Saturn) in an individual’s horoscope or janam kundli. It is followed by those who believe in astrology. Below is the brief idea on how to chant Sade Sati Nivaran Mantra. There is also a list of things you can do to overcome Sade Sati. Sade Sati Mantra हृीं ओम् नम : शिवाय हृीं ! Hreem om namah shivaya hreem How to Chant Sade Sati Nivaran Mantra? Ideal time – Saturday early morning along with sunrise or just before sunset Cloth color – White or red Direction to face – north First offer prayer to Ganesha. Light lamp using sesame oil or til ka tel. Creating a mental picture of Shiva in mind. Chant the mantra 108 times using a Rudraksha Mala. Sit in meditation. Offer water to peepal tree on the day. How to Overcome Sade Sati? Donating Milk and Sweets on Saturday to poor people or orphans is highly helpful in overcoming the effects of Sade Sati. ...

Shani Vaidik Mantra is dedicated to Shani Bhagwan. It is a rare and powerful mantra for those people having Shani trouble in their horoscope (Janam Kundali) and suffering from Sade sati. Below is the Shani Vaidik Mantra text in Hindi and English. For the mantra to be effective, and to overcome troubles, the mantra should be chanted 23,000 times as per astrologers and jyotish books. Shani Vaidik Mantra: Om Shano devi rbhishtaya apo bhavantu piptaye shanyo ravisram vantunam. ॐ  शन्नो देवी रभिष्टय आपो भवन्तु पीपतये शनयो रविस्र वन्तुनः।  The manta should be only chanted on Saturday. This mantra is an effective method to overcome the effects of Sade Sati. It is widely believed that proper chanting of the mantra will help in ending the effects of Sade Sati. It must be noted that Shani also has a positive side. He can usher in peace, prosperity, luck and wealth. Ultimately, Shani only harms those people who perform bad Karma. A person should not wait for bad Shan...

There is a popular belief that keeping honey at home helps in warding off negative energy. Honey is also used to overcome Shani Navgrah related troubles in horoscope in many regions in India and by many communities. Keeping honey in the east and north side of house helps in keeping out negative forces. The positive energy emitted by honey keeps the house safe. There will be peace in the house. There will be cordial relationship between family members. Diseases will be kept away. If Shani is causing constant trouble in life, keeping honey at home in a small black vessel is considered helpful. Another ritual practiced is to bathe black Shivling with honey and milk on Saturday. This helps in keeping away the troubles created by Shani Bhagavan. Yet another offering made is mixing of black urad dal with curd and honey. This is offered to the Kal Bhairav form of Shiva and Shani Bhagavan on Saturday.

There are people who are unsuccessful in spite of hard work and dedication. Such people need to chant powerful shani mantras. Here is a collection of powerful shani mantra. Powerful Shani Mantra ॐ दीनार्तिहरणाय नम : ॐ दैन्यनाशकराय नम : ॐ भानुपुत्राय नम : ॐ छायापुत्राय नम : How To Chant Powerful Shani Mantra? Wake up early morning on a Saturday, take bath, and then offer prayers to Ganesha in mind. As sunrises, go to a nearby peepal tree with wheat flour (atta). Drop the wheat flour under the tree for ants and other small animals. Sit facing the sun under the peepal tree and chant the four names of Shani 108 times. Continue this for next 21 Saturdays. Women can do it even during their periods.

Shani Amavasya is observed when a part or whole tithi of Amavasya falls on Saturday. Many people have doubts regarding what to donate on Shani Amavasya. On reader wanted to know - is it good to donate white and black cloth on Shani Amavasya? White color should not be donated on Shani Amavasya. Only black color things are to be donated like – black cloth, black sesame seeds, iron, black color materials, black color umbrella etc. White and black should be donated together as per elders and astrologers. White is associated with Chandra or moon in Hinduism. Black is associated with Shani Bhagavan.

There is a very popular Shani Dev story which is associated with Shani worship and Hanuman. It is widely believed that worshiping Hindu God Hanuman will help in removing the hardships caused by Shani Bhagavan or Saturn. People worship Hanuman on Saturdays to remove the malefic influence of Sani in their horoscope. As per Hindu Astrology, bad positioning of Shani results in a difficult period in life. There is an interesting story regarding why worshipping Hanuman will help in overcoming Shani Dosha or Sade Sati. Ravan, the demon-king in Ramayana, had defeated all the Devas and had brought all the grahas (planets in astrology) under control. He kept all the grahas (planets) suppressed beneath his leg.  Ravana was also a great astrologer. When his eldest son, Indrajit, was about to be born he forcefully kept all the grahas in the most favorable astrological position. The Demigods (Devas) were worried that if Ravana’s son was born in a favorable astrological positio...

Shani Vedic Mantra is a powerful Shani Bhagavan mantra for those people having Shani trouble in their horoscope (Janam Kundali) and suffering from Sade sati. Below is the Shani Vedic Mantra text in Hindi and English. For the mantra to be effective, and to overcome troubles, the mantra should be chanted 108 times as per astrologers and jyotish books. On the day, black color food items should be donated like sesame oil, sesame or whole urad. श्री नीलांजनम समाभासं, रवि पुत्रं यमाग्रजम।   छाया मार्तण्ड सम्भूतं, तं नमामि शनैश्चरम ।।  Shree Neelamjanam Smabhasam Ravi Putram Yamagrajam Chaya Martand Sambhutam, Tam Namami Shanaishcharam The manta should be only chanted on Saturday. This mantra is an effective method to overcome the effects of Sade Sati. When chanting the mantra wear black color cloth.

The most important offering to Shani Bhagavan is Til Ka Tel or Sesame Oil. The story of the origin of the use of til oil is associated with Hanuman. The story happened several years after the departure of Bhagavan Sri Ram from earth. Chiranjeevi Hanuman was meditating near Ram Sethu. He had become very old. Shani Bhagavan now arrived at the place. But Hanuman did not notice him as he was completely immersed in his meditation. Shani considered this as arrogance and got into an argument with Hanuman. Hanuman told Shani several times that he was not interested in having any argument and he should be left alone. Filled with ego, Shani told Hanuman that he rules wherever he goes and he gets respected in all places. All living beings fear him. Hanuman told Shani that it is time for his parikrama of Ram Sethu and he is not interested in fighting Shani. Shani now attempted to attack Hanuman. Hanuman elongated his tail and caught him in it. Hanuman then proceeded for this circumambula...

Hanuman Puja is the best option for Shani shanti and the ideal upay (remedy) for Sade Sati. The puja should be performed on all Tuesdays and Saturdays. The puja can be performed by any person suffering in life due to the bad position of Shani Navgrah in their horoscope. Top ten ways to please Hanuman and escape from the bad effects of Sade Sati. Chant Rama Raksha Stotra in a Hanuman temple. Offer jaggery and chana to Hanuman. Do the japa of the name of Ram – Ram naam jap at home or in a Hanuman temple. Offer food to monkeys and other animals. Wear a mala made using black thread in a Hanuman Temple. Wear a Lal Chandan mala after puja performed on it in a Hanuman Temple. Chant the mantra ‘ श्री हनुमते नमः ’ 108 times using a Rudraksha Mala. Offer sindoor on the feet of Hanuman and then wear it on the forehead. Make a mala using the leaves of Tulsi and then offer it to Hanuman. Planting fruit bearing trees on Tuesdays and Saturdays is highly beneficial.

Performing puja to Shani Bhagavan under peepal tree is considered highly beneficial and virtuous. The puja helps in avoiding all types of Shani related trouble in horoscope or janam kundli including Sade Sati. Benefits It helps in improving relationship with others. Financial problems will be solved. All job and career related issues will be solved. How to do Shani Puja under Peepal tree? The puja can be performed by both men and women. Wake up early in the morning on Saturday and take bath. Wear black color dress and offer prayers to Ganesha. Find a peepal tree and under it make a clean spot. Apply cow dung to the place. Keep a kalash filled with water, black urad dal, a small piece of iron and coal. Close the mouth of the kalash with a coconut. Tie a black thread on the neck of the kalash. Keep this on the cow dung. If you have Shani murti or picture you can keep that too but not necessary. Light lamp using mustard oil. See your face on the mustard oil befor...