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Shani Jayanti

Gujarati

Also known as: Shani Jayanti

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Shani Jayanti

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Shani Jayanti

About Shani Jayanti

Shani Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Shani (Saturn), one of the Navagrahas (nine celestial bodies). It falls on the Amavasya (new moon) of Jyeshtha month.

Devotees observe a fast and perform special pujas to Lord Shani for protection from His malefic effects. The day is considered highly auspicious for propitiating Lord Shani.

Special rituals include offering mustard oil to Shani Dev, lighting diyas, and reciting the Shani Stotram. Temples dedicated to Lord Shani are decorated and visited by thousands of devotees.

In Gujarat, Shani Jayanti is observed with traditional rituals, with devotees seeking protection from Saturn's adverse effects and blessings for prosperity.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe a fast and worship Lord Shani.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Observe a strict fast.
Offer mustard oil to Lord Shani.
Light diyas.
Recite Shani Stotram.

Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: Break the fast after completing the Shani puja.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Shani idolMustard oilBlack sesame seedsBlack clothFlowersDiyasIncense sticks

Puja Procedure:

Clean and decorate the puja area.
Place the Shani idol.
Offer mustard oil, black sesame seeds, and flowers.
Light diyas and incense.
Recite Shani Stotram.
Distribute prasad to devotees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who is Lord Shani?

Lord Shani (Saturn) is one of the Navagrahas, whose position in the birth chart can bring both challenges and blessings.

Q: How to propitiate Lord Shani?

Offer mustard oil, black sesame seeds, and recite Shani Stotram with devotion.

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