Shri Shani Dev

Hello Friends! People often have negative emotions and fear on hearing the name of Shani. But do you know that Shani Dev, who is considered the god of justice, can also have a positive effect on you? By worshiping him with reverence and devotion many problems of life can be solved. Let us know about the life of Shri Shani Dev, the importance of worshiping him, and his famous aarti “Aarti Kijai Narsingh Kunwar Ki”.

Aarti of Shri Shani Dev (Shani Dev Aarti)

आरती कीजै नरसिंह कुंवर की ।
वेद विमल यश गाउँ मेरे प्रभुजी ॥

पहली आरती प्रह्लाद उबारे ।
हिरणाकुश नख उदर विदारे ॥

दुसरी आरती वामन सेवा ।
बल के द्वारे पधारे हरि देवा ॥

तीसरी आरती ब्रह्म पधारे ।
सहसबाहु के भुजा उखारे ॥

चौथी आरती असुर संहारे ।
भक्त विभीषण लंक पधारे ॥

पाँचवीं आरती कंस पछारे ।
गोपी ग्वाल सखा प्रतिपाले ॥

तुलसी को पत्र कंठ मणि हीरा ।
हरषि-निरखि गावे दास कबीरा ॥

Importance of worshiping Shri Shani Dev

• Remedy for Shani Dosh:  Shani Dosh is a negative condition in astrology that occurs when the planet Saturn is unfavourable. Worship of Shani Dev is considered best to remove Shani Dosha.
• Protection from negative influences:  It is said that worshiping Shani Dev provides protection from all kinds of negativity and evils.
• Prosperity and Fortune:  Shani Dev, being pleased with his devotees, bestows prosperity, happy life and fortune.
• Peace of mind:  Worship of Shani Dev helps in finding the path to inner peace. One gets stability and strength in mind to face the ongoing challenges in life.

Worship method of Shani Dev (Pujan Vidhi)

The method of worshiping Shani Dev is very simple and can be done with devotion. Shani Puja has special significance on Saturday. The puja method is as follows:

1. Take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
2. Sit in a quiet place and place the idol or picture of Shani Dev in front.
3. If possible, install Shani Yantra also.
4. Light a mustard oil lamp and put incense and incense sticks.
5. Offer black flowers, black urad or black sesame seeds to Shanidev.
6. Perform his aarti and chant Shani mantras.
7. Recite Shani Chalisa or Shani Katha.
8. Distribute Prasad after the puja is over.

Benefits of praying to Shani Dev

There are many benefits of pleasing Shani Dev and getting his blessings:

• Obstacles of life are removed.
• There is progress in career.
• Mental and emotional strength is gained.
• There is happiness and peace in the house.
• One gets relief from diseases and sorrows.

Some important mantras of Shani Dev are as follows:

• Shani Gayatri Mantra: Om Bhagbhavay Vidmahe Mrityurupaya Dhimahi Tanno Shani: Prachodayat.
• Shani Mool Mantra Om Pram Preem Praum Sa: Shanaishcharaya Namah:॥
• Shani Tantric Mantra Om Neelanjan Samabhasam Raviputram Yamagrajam. Chhayamartand Sambhootam Tan Namami Shanaishcharam ॥

Story of Shani Dev (Shani Dev Katha)

A famous story related to Shani Dev is as follows:

When Shani Dev was born, he saw Surya Dev (his father). Shani Dev’s vision was so powerful that Surya Dev’s body started turning black. Surya Dev could not bear this and left the place, giving the responsibility of taking care of Shani to his wife Chhaya. Chhaya did not pay proper attention towards Shani Dev. Due to this, Shani Dev became angry with his step mother and he performed severe penance to Lord Shiva. Pleased with the penance, Lord Shiva gave Shani Dev a place among the Navagrahas and appointed him as the giver of the results of his deeds.

Experiences of devotees related to Shani Dev Maharaj (Devotee Stories)

Many devotees have experienced amazing positive changes in their lives after worshiping and blessing Shani Dev. Some people believe that by worshiping Shani Dev their old problems went away, while some say that they got relief from long standing diseases. One can hear and read many such experiences related to the devotion of Shani Dev.

Questions related to fasting and worship of Shani Dev (FAQs)

1. What is the best time for Shani Puja? The best time for Shani Puja is Saturday sunset or Shani Hora.
2. What is Shani Yantra and what are its benefits? Shani Yantra is a geometric shape that represents the powers of Shani Dev. Keeping it at home or workplace is beneficial in reducing the negativity of planet Saturn and increasing its positive effects.
3. What is Sade Sati and Dhaiya of Shani Dev? In astrology, Sadesati and Dhaiya are those conditions of Saturn during which Saturn can have a negative impact on a person. These effects can be reduced by worshiping Shani Dev.

things to remember

• Although Shanidev is considered the god of justice, he should not be considered cruel or punishing. They show the right path to every person based on his deeds.
• Worship Shani Dev with devotion and faith. There is no benefit in worshiping out of fear.
• Along with devotion, service is also important. Shanidev becomes more happy by helping others selflessly.

Conclusion

Shani Dev is not only an important deity in Hindu religion, but he also has a special place in astrology. Worshiping Shanidev with true dedication and selfless devotion provides guidance even in difficult times of life and removes obstacles. The basic mantra of Shani Dev is to adopt the path of right action and fairness.

I hope this blog gives comprehensive information about Shri Shani Dev and increases the reverence towards him in your mind! Hail Lord Shani!