Shani Jayanti 2025: Auspicious Time, Importance & Vrat Vidhi

Shani Jayanti commemorates the birth of Shani, a Sanatan Dharma diety revered as the god of karma. He commands great respect as a planetary deity. He is connected to the planet Saturn (Shani Graha). He also governs Saturdays.

Shani Jayanti celebrates the birth of Lord Shani, the god of justice, discipline, and karma. It is an important event in Sanatan Dharma. The day is observed on the new moon (Amavasya) of the Jyeshtha month. This symbolically is of spiritual importance. Throughout India, devotees pray for a life free from misfortune and rewards residing within the limits of karma.

Significance of Shani Jayanti in Sanatangyan

In Sanatan Dharma, Lord Shani is seen as a divine judge. He rewards or punishes people based on their actions (karma). His presence makes sure that the law of cause and effect is followed in the universe. This is why devotees take Shani Jayanti seriously. It is a time for reflection, prayer, and penance.

Do you know the celebration of Shani Jayanti? In this celebration, the followers observe a fast and recite remote Shani Yantras. Devotees flock to the temples bearing gifts of oil, mustards, and sesame seeds, offering these to Shani idols or Shani stones. It is believed that on this day Shani Yantra is propitiated shows unparalleled strength.

• Remove long-standing obstacles

• Eliminate suffering due to past karma

• Bring justice and balance in life

• Promote professional and personal success

Many people believe that pleasing Lord Shiva on this day also pleases Lord Shani. This makes the day even more special and important.

When is Shani Jayanti Celebrated in 2025?

In 2025, Shani Jayanti will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 27th. This is according to the Hindu calendar.

• Jyeshtha Amavasya Tithi begins at 12:11 PM on 26th May 2025

• It ends at 8:31 AM on 27th May 2025

This period is considered extremely auspicious for worshipping Lord Shani and performing related rituals.

Shubh Muhurat and Yog on Shani Jayanti 2025

The alignment of planets and yogs on Shani Jayanti further enhances its spiritual potency. The day will witness multiple rare and powerful yogs:

Sukarma Yog: Until 10:54 PM

Sarvartha Siddhi Yog: From 5:25 AM to 5:32 AM on 27th May

Shivvas Yog: Lord Shiva is believed to reside on Mount Kailash with Maa Gauri until 8:31 AM

Panchang Details on 27th May 2025:

• Sunrise: 5:23 AM

• Sunset: 7:12 PM

• Moonset: 7:49 PM

• Brahma Muhurat: 4:03 AM – 4:44 AM

• Vijay Muhurat: 2:36 PM – 3:31 PM

• Godhuli Muhurat: 7:11 PM – 7:31 PM

• Nishita Muhurat: 11:58 PM – 12:39 AM

These timings are especially important for devotees wishing to perform pujas and chant mantras with maximum spiritual benefit.

Vrat Vidhi and Rituals

Fasting (vrat) on Shani Jayanti is a common practice among followers of Sanatangyan. The fast begins early in the morning and continues until the rituals and evening aarti are completed.

Rituals to Follow:

• Morning Purification: Take a bath during Brahma Muhurat for spiritual cleansing.

• Shani Puja: Light a mustard oil lamp before an idol or image of Lord Shani. Offer black sesame seeds, mustard oil, black clothes, and blue flowers.

• Shani Mantra Jaap: Recite "Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah" 108 times using a black onyx mala.

• Shiv Puja: Worship Lord Shiva by offering Gangajal or milk. According to mythology, worshipping Lord Shiva on this day pleases Shani Dev as well.

• Charity and Donations: Donate black items (like clothes, sesame, or iron utensils) to the poor or visit a Shani temple.

Connection Between Lord Shiva and Lord Shani

In sanatan dharam, Shani and Shiva share a strong bond on the spiritual realm. This bond highlights the self-discipline and devotion in sanatan dharam. Followers of Shani assert Performing Shiva Abhishek on this specific day earns great bounty, especially Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The observance of Shani Jayanti in 2025 will happen on the 27th of May. The day is associated with fasting and worship of Lord Shani, the deity of karma. Devotees wish to overcome their obstacles and achieve self-mastery via Shani’s blessings. In addition to voicing mantras, rituals are needed in the form of fire offerings. This observance extends beyond sanatan dharam and highlights the bonds which Shani and Shiva share, a time for personal growth and reflection.