Astrology Advises to Appease Shani Dev and Unlock Success
The planet Saturn or Shani Dev, as respectfully called by Hindus, is known as the son of the Sun in Vedic astrology or as per Hindu belief. Usually, Saturn is considered a malefic planet by people who are not aware of astrology. But ask an expert astrologer, and you will learn that Saturn is the planet of roles and responsibility and it teaches us how to overcome problems in life in a disciplined manner. As per Vedic astrology, Saturn is the ‘deity of karma’ and hence it punishes or rewards individuals on the basis of their karma (acts or deeds).
However, it is a misconception that Saturn always brings difficulties into the lives of people. The fact is, Saturn can make an individual a king or even a pauper based on how and where it is placed in an individual’s birth chart or kundali. So, be it Shani ka Sadhe Sati or Shani Mahadasha, the good or bad impact of the planet depends on the placement of the planet in a person’s horoscope. If it is well-positioned, it is favourable for the person, and if it is wrongly positioned, it can be unfavourable for the person. So, it is completely wrong to put all the blame for all the bad things happening in life on Saturn.
If Saturn is not favourable in an individual’s birth chart, then it is quite possible that during the Sadhe Sati period, lasting 7.5 years, and the Saturn (Shani) Mahadasha of 19 years, Saturn may bring challenges into his or her life. This is when the individuals will need to appease Saturn or Shani Dev.
One can chant mantras, walk barefoot on grass, practice Karma Yoga, engage in charitable donations, perform yagya, light lamps with sesame/mustard oil, worship Lord Kaalbhairav, refrain from intoxicants, devote Saturdays to Lord Hanuman, and worship the Peepal tree.
Here are 10 astrological remedies that you can follow to calm down the negative or angry Saturn or Shani Dev in your birth chart.
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Ten Astrological Remedies for the Bad Effects of Saturn
In Vedic astrology, while Saturn is viewed as a malefic and cruel planet, it is crucial to understand that Saturn is known as the ‘God of Karma.’ Therefore, it is also the planet of justice, which rewards and punishes individuals based on their karma (deeds). Therefore, when you have bad Saturn sitting in your horoscope, chances are it brings challenges, obstacles, and difficulties in various aspects of one’s life.
To harness the blessings of the planet Saturn and unlock success, happiness, stability, wisdom, and personal growth, astrologers offer a range of remedies and practices. Here are 10 ways to appease Lord Saturn:
- Chant ‘Shani Mantra’ and ‘Shani Strotam’ to appease Saturn or Shani Dev. Mantras are very powerful, and if chanted correctly with full devotion, they can help you connect mentally and spiritually with the associated deity, as the words used in them are very effective. Chanting the sacred mantras has the power to appease Shani Dev.
- Saturn is the planet of roles and responsibilities, as individuals are rewarded and punished according to their karma. Therefore, it is essential to do your karma in whatever capacity possible and whichever role you are in and reap the benefits. Saturn is a planet of justice too, and hence it is believed that Saturn immediately rewards those who are sincere in their karma.
- Doing charity can please Saturn. Shani Dev appreciates those who engage in donations, charity and work that is done for the needy. However, it is important that, while donating, you do not expect anything in return. You should be doing donations and charity work without any vanity about helping others.
- Performing yagya or havans is another way to appease Shani Dev, as per Vedic astrology. Yagya can dispel negative energy, purify the atmosphere and also cleanse the innermost soul of individuals. Perform yagya with devotion.
- Lighting mustard oil or sesame oil diyas is another way to nullify the bad effects of Shani Dev. Every Saturday and Tuesday, you can follow this ritual to please the planet Saturn. Tuesday is the day of Hanuman Ji. It is believed that worshipping Hanuman Ji can calm down Shani Dev.
- Wear black clothes on Saturdays to please Saturn. Also, you must offer black clothing, black sesame seeds, urad pulses, iron utensils, and blankets (which are mostly black in colour) to please Shani Dev.
- Bhagwan Kaalbhairav is a form of Mahadev. He is also the god of time. Worshipping him with full devotion can help you surrender yourself to the cosmic system. It has the power to bring peace to your mind.
- Planet Saturn appreciates people who refrain from alcohol and non-vegetarian food. You can offer sweet milk to a banyan tree for favourable results.
- Saturdays are also associated with Hanuman. So recite ‘Hanuman Chalisa’ on Saturdays to please Shani Dev. Feed jaggery and black chana (black gram) to monkeys. It can bring good luck.
- During Shani Mahadasha or Shani Sade Sate, offer water to the peepal (ashwatha) tree, especially on Saturday mornings. Also, do parikrama in a clockwise direction and light a mustar oil diya in the evening on Saturdays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Saturn a bad planet, as per Vedic astrology?
A: No Saturn is a planet of roles and responsibilities. It is a planet that gives justice based on the karma of an individual. It is believed that your horoscope is the blueprint of your past karma. So, if you have done good karma in your past life, you will get a favourably placed Saturn and if you have done bad karma in your past life, you will get an unfavourably placed Saturn in your horoscope. So, individuals get rewarded and punished by Saturn as per their karma.
Q: How can we learn about the bad effects of Saturn?
A: You can consult an expert astrologer to find out the position and effects of Saturn on your birth chart. Your astrologers can help you with remedies for the bad positions of Saturn. It will not correct the position as it is based on your birth time, date and place, but the remedies can help you nullify the bad impacts of Saturn
Q: How does Saturn impact an individual’s life and for how long?
A: The impact depends on the position, conjunction and many other factors as per Vedic astrology. It can be good or bad, depending on your horoscope. However, even if Saturn is positively positioned in a birth chart, many people prefer to worship and practice several astrological rituals to keep Saturn happy. For negative Saturn, it is advised that you follow all the remedies your astrologers recommend strictly to experience positive results.
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