Saturn Remedies

Do you dread Saturn, the malefic planet in astrology that brings a host of negative effects in a native’s life? Remedies for Saturn can help you get rid of the planets’ negative impacts and bring about positive changes in your life.

The planet Saturn, commonly known as Shani in Vedic astrology, has a very strong effect on humans and kundalis. Among all the nine planets, Shani affects the lives of people for the longest period of time. Saturn is considered cruel and troublesome, yet in reality it is benevolent and frees us from the bonds of life and death. It is the planet of justice and karma.

Shani has the longest Mahadasha period spanning 19 years. Being the slowest moving planet in space, Saturn transits over one planet for two-and-a-half years and is the Lord of the 10th and 11th houses in the astrological chart. These are the houses of karma and justice. Saturn justifies our karmas.

Saturn controls life, death, wealth, home, children and illnesses related to intestines etc. Saturn also controls thefts, legal suits, and affects financial matters. A favourable Saturn can do wonders, but can be very evil if inauspicious, in certain aspects.

More About The Much Dreaded Planet Saturn

According to Vedic astrology, Saturn is the planet of karmic retribution and teacher of cosmic truths. It does that through restrictions, obstructions, frustrations, unhappiness, disillusionments, setbacks and fears. These restrictions have a definite purpose. Saturn keeps an account of all the past deeds and releases this Karma unexpectedly, without warning.

On the positive side, Saturn stands for achievement, the fruits of hard work, responsibility, democracy, without which we would not get very far in life.

A Brief Summary Of The Elements And Characteristics Related To Saturn

Colour: Black

Element: Air

Day: Saturday

Father: Lord Sun

Mother: Chhaya

Guru: Lord Shiva

Deity: Yama

Metal: Iron and Steel

Characteristics: Darkness

Permanent Home: 10th House

Effects Of Good Saturn

If Saturn is benefic, the person becomes an exceptional scholar with a great command over several languages. It brings immense profit to an individual when it is benevolent. People with a favourable Saturn have high chances of engaging in the trade of machinery, furnace, leather, cement, iron, oil, transport, rubber, astrology, etc.

Effects Of Bad Saturn

In the case of a malefic Saturn, the person has to face many struggles in life. There are possibilities that a person may lose all their wealth or fall prey to imprisonment. The person may also suffer from stomach related ailments. In addition, the Saturn transit will have an impact on all the 12 moon signs as per Vedic astrology.

Remedies For Saturn In Vedic Astrology

Saturn is very democratic in nature and is good at teaching lessons to all be it a friend or an enemy in a particular chart. Saturn is also a planet that benefits most from remedial measures. Therefore, all of us would benefit from remedies for planet Saturn.

Honour Lord Shiva and Saturn. Saturn’s primary deity is Lord Shiva, and all remedies for Saturn are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Saturn was a devotee of Lord Shiva and he knows how to control the effects of Saturn.
Recite sacred mantras. A mantra should be chanted with devotion. Repeating the following Shani mantras 108 times every day would appease Saturn. Do not expect instant results, remember it takes time.

Shani Beeja Mantra

Om Sham Shanishwaraya Namah

Shani Tantric mantra

Om pram Preem Proum Sah Shanishcharay Namah

Moksha Mantra and Maha Mrtyunjaya Mantra

Aum Tryambakam yajaamahe sugandhim pushtivardhanam

Urvaarukamiva bandhanaan-mrityormuksheeya maamritaat

Follow the eightfold path of Yoga for mental, physical and spiritual cleansing. Some of the most important aspects of this path are speaking the truth, performing the right actions, meditating, reciting mantras, following the disciplines of yoga asanas (postures), eating a healthy diet, and leading a calm and peaceful life dedicated to higher knowledge.
Donate your time, effort and money. According to Vedic astrology, donation is one of the most important remedial measures for a malefic Saturn. Making the world a better place for others is an excellent way to cleanse your past karma and a good remedy for Saturn. You can offer help either financially or by giving your time and support to the needy. Lead a positive life. Make donation a part of your life.
Feeding the poor is one of the best remedies for Planet Saturn. Donate food on your birthday or other special occasions in your life. You can also donate food in a temple.