Performed by Veedamurthy Nithyananda Gokhale

Shani Shanti is a deeply spiritual and traditional Vedic ritual performed to appease Lord Shani (Saturn), one of the most influential and powerful planets in Vedic astrology. Saturn represents discipline, karma, delays, and life lessons. While it can bring great wisdom and strength when well-placed, an afflicted or malefic Shani can cause hardships, health issues, emotional challenges, or professional struggles.

Veedamurthy Nithyananda Gokhale, an experienced astrologer and Vedic priest, performs Shani Shanti with complete devotion and strict adherence to scriptural methods. His guidance provides clarity, peace, and spiritual strength to those going through testing periods influenced by Shani.

Why is Shani Shanti Performed?

In Vedic astrology, when Saturn occupies challenging positions in the birth chart or during planetary periods like Sade Sati, Ashtama Shani, or Shani Dasha, individuals may face difficulties in various aspects of life. Common signs that may prompt the need for Shani Shanti include:

  • Long-term struggles or delays in career, marriage, or finances

  • Sudden losses, setbacks, or recurring misfortunes

  • Emotional heaviness, fear, or confusion

  • Strained relationships or isolation

  • Legal or karmic complications

Shani Shanti is recommended to help balance these energies, reduce Saturn’s harsh influence, and bring steadiness and focus into life. The ritual invokes the grace of Lord Shani to support spiritual growth, emotional resilience, and karmic healing.

How Shani Shanti is Performed

Veedamurthy Nithyananda Gokhale performs Shani Shanti following traditional Vedic procedures that may include:

  1. Sankalpa – The devotee’s name, star, and intention are formally stated before the start of the ritual.

  2. Navagraha Puja – A general puja to all nine planetary deities is performed to harmonize planetary energies.

  3. Shani Abhishekam – A ritual bathing of a Shani idol with items like sesame oil, black sesame seeds, milk, and water.

  4. Shani Homa (Fire Ritual) – Offerings are made into the sacred fire while chanting powerful Shani mantras, invoking Saturn’s blessings and protection.

  5. Taila Deepa Dana (Lamp Offering) – A symbolic offering of oil lamps, considered highly effective for pleasing Lord Shani.

  6. Purnahuti and Aashirvada – The final offering in the homa and blessings from the Guruji mark the completion of the ritual.

Every step of the ritual is conducted with care, devotion, and spiritual intent.

Why Choose Shani Shanti by Veedamurthy Nithyananda Gokhale

Veedamurthy Nithyananda Gokhale has years of experience in performing traditional Shanti rituals that address planetary challenges. His expertise in astrology and ritual science allows him to customize each Shani Shanti to the individual’s chart and life situation.

With compassion and dedication, Guruji offers not just a ritual, but a path to inner calm, resilience, and clarity. Many individuals find strength and spiritual stability after performing Shani Shanti under his guidance.

If you are undergoing a challenging Saturn period or wish to prepare for major planetary transitions, Shani Shanti is a spiritually empowering step to invite divine grace and balance into your life.