• The article tells what is effect of Nine Planets on our life, what is Navagraha Shanti Puja, Meaning of Navagraha, Indian Names of Planets, Importance of Mahurat and why Navagraha Shanti Puja should be done.

You had heard people saying that despite putting their best efforts into their Career and Life, things are not working well. Continuous sense of mental unrest, work-life imbalances, health-related issues, and delay in tasks.  

According to Astrology (Jyotish Shastra), these imbalances are caused as a result of planetary imbalances (Grah Dosha) in the birth chart of the individual. 

Navagraha are the nine planets, and each planet has a specific impact on the journey of life. However, due to poor placement of any Planet in the person’s horoscope, which results in “Dosha.” 

To solve this, the Navagraha Shanti Puja is performed to neutralize the malefic impact by appeasing the planets. Let us delve deeper to get rich insights into when and why the Navagraha Shanti Puja should be done.  

What is Navagraha Shanti Puja? 

To understand the Navagraha Shanti Puja, let us first understand the term Navagraha, which is derived from “Nava,” meaning nine, and Graha, meaning “planets.”  The Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, and the Rahu and Ketu (shadow planets or Chhaya Grahas). 

Each planet symbolizes a specific effect in our lives according to the birth chart. Navagraha Shanti Puja is a ritual performed to alleviate the malefic effect of these planets by appeasing them. An experienced Vedic priest performs specific rituals to bridge the gap between the person and the cosmic energy. 

How each Planet governs your life? 

Sun (Surya): The supreme power among all planets and the central life-giving force. A strong presence of the Sun brings leadership and vitality. 

Moon (Chandra): This planet rules the mind and emotions. A strong Chandra symbolizes control over the mind and emotional intelligence. 

Mars (Mangal): Your action and courage are governed by this planet. He represents physical strength, passion, and confidence. However, a weak Mangal marks “Manglic Dosh,” which creates an inverse effect.  

Mercury (Budha): A strong businessman with skills and intelligence is governed by strong Budha. However, a poor decision is due to its inverse effect. 

Jupiter (Guru): Also called “Devaguru,” as it governs success, financial stability, and overall growth. 

Venus (Shukra): The planet that rules luxury and love. An adverse effect of this planet results in relationship issues and struggles in life. 

Saturn (Shani): Also called “Taskmaster,” as it ensures justice by rewarding hard work and punishing misdeeds. 

Rahu (north node): Also called “chayagraha,” it governs ambition, fluctuations, innovations, and worldly desires. 

Ketu (south node): Also called “Moksha karka,” it governs the path to salvation (Moksha).  

What is the right time to perform the Navagraha Shanti Puja? 

There is great importance of time and mahurat in every Indian Household. Do you know why? 

A simple answer is to synchronize with the cosmic energy and get the maximum benefit from it. Additionally, timing or mahurat is considered significant to avoid the negative vibrations and mitigate the malefic impact of Grahas.

To perform the Navagraha Shanti Puja, it is essential to know your “Mahadasha” or “Antardasha” of the Malefic planet, as this period is the ideal window. Apart from this, certain specific durations or mahurats are considered auspicious according to the Vedic calendar. 

Abhijeet Mahurat: This is considered an auspicious time period for performing Navagraha Shanti Puja, as it is believed to overcome many planetary defects. 

Sunday: Sun is the supreme power among all other planets, as other planets receive energy from the Sun. Hence, it is considered a perfect day for the complete Navagraha Shanti Puja. 

Brahma Mahurat: It is also called “God's time,” where spiritual energy is very high, and the environment is serene, making it an ideal time to perform this ritual. 

Major life events: Performing Navagraha Puja before starting any new auspicious beginning for pleasing the adverse effects of Planets.

Apart from this, a Vedic Priest ensures a specific Mahurat by evaluating the birth chart. 

Times to Avoid 

Rahu Kaal: There exists Rahu Kaal for some time (approx 1.5 hours) every day. It is highly advised to avoid this time before starting any new ritual, as it hinders the positive vibrations. 

Yamagandam: According to astrology, there exists a window that is dedicated to the god of death. However, this does not depict physical death, but an inauspicious time before starting any ritual. 

Solar and Lunar Eclipse: Unless suggested by a Vedic Pandit, avoid the time of eclipse to perform Navagraha Shanti Puja due to the imbalance of cosmic energy during an eclipse. 

Why Navagraha Shanti Puja Should be Done? 

Do you know there exists a relation between fundamental energy, laws, and particles between the physical and cosmos? 

Yes, you heard it right, and this is scientifically proven. That is why performing Navagraha Shanti Pujs is not just about removing obstacles in life; it is more about feeling connected with the divine cosmic flow. 

What are the other benefits of performing Navagraha Shanti Puja? 

Removal of Obstacles: This puja is believed to alleviate problems related to health, career, relationships, and wealth. 

Mental Clarity and Peace: Performing the Navagraha Shanti Puja can pacify malific planets, alleviate mental stress, and attain peace of mind. 

Health and Vitality: It is advised to perform this Navagraha Shanti Puja if you are unintentionally facing long-term health issues, as certain planets rule our physical well-being. 

Financial Stability: Navagraha Shanti Puja fosters Jupiter and Venus (the Planets that govern abundance and luxury), especially those struggling with financial losses. 

Karmic Healing: This puja is highly beneficial to mitigate the negative effects of past-life karmas. 

Conclusion

Hence, are you facing failures and obstacles in life, despite doing your best? Consult a Vedic Priest today to overcome the weight of planetary imbalances in your life by performing the Navagraha Shanti Puja with a specific Mahurat and rituals. 

Remember, we are connected by forces of the Universe, which means our birth, actions, and words are vibrating and reaching them.  Planets act as messengers of our Karma, which influence our Thoughts, Actions, Health, and Wealth.

A harmonic Navgraha Shanti Puja ensures that none of the planets can create an adverse effect in life.

Author   Shivam Sharma has completed 3 years of Shastri studies and has a strong understanding of Vedic traditions, Hindu rituals, and spiritual practices. He writes clear and informative content focused on Sanatan Dharma, Puja rituals, astrology, and traditional Hindu customs. His articles aim to simplify spiritual knowledge and help readers understand the importance and meaning of various Vedic practices in daily life.

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