While the month of Sawan is primarily known for devotion to Lord Shiva, its significance increases when a Saturday falls within this sacred month. Saturdays are dedicated to the worship of Shani, the god of justice, and worshipping Lord Shiva alongside Shani during Sawan is considered especially fruitful. It is believed that Shani is a devoted follower and disciple of Lord Shiva, and devotees who worship both deities on this day receive their combined blessings.
This Time, the Second Sawan Saturday is on July 19th
Sawan 2025 begins on July 11th, and the second Saturday falls on July 19th. It is believed that performing special prayers on this day provides relief from Shani dosha, Sade Sati, and Dhaiya. Additionally, the grace of Lord Shiva brings happiness and prosperity into life.
A Golden Opportunity for Those Troubled by Shani Dosha and Sade Sati
For individuals currently experiencing Shani's Sade Sati or Dhaiya, observing a fast and performing puja on Sawan Saturdays is considered highly beneficial. It is believed that performing specific remedies on Sawan Saturdays reduces the malefic effects of Shani and removes obstacles from life.
How to Worship: Please Both Shiva and Shani
- Wake up early in the morning, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.: Sit facing north for the puja and begin by worshipping Lord Shiva. Offer Ganga water, Bel leaves, sacred ash (bhasma), milk, and Datura flower on the Shiva Lingam.
- Chant Shiva mantras.: Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" 108 times and seek blessings from Lord Shiva.
- Light a lamp under a Peepal tree.: In the evening on Saturday, light an earthen lamp filled with mustard oil under a Peepal tree. Be sure to add black sesame seeds to the lamp. Then, chant the Shani mantra "Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah" 108 times.
- Donate food or clothes to the poor.: Donating food, water, clothes, or money to those in need on Sawan Saturdays is considered highly meritorious. This pleases Lord Shani and diminishes your sins.
Problems Related to Property and Career Can Also Be Resolved
Sawan Saturday is also known as "Sampat Saturday." This day is considered particularly auspicious for gaining property benefits. If someone is facing obstacles in their job or experiencing losses in business, performing special prayers and remedies on this day increases the chances of gaining profits. Many people also perform special tantric rituals on this day.
Perform This Remedy for Health Benefits Too
Shani is also considered a factor of health. It is believed that wearing black clothes on this day and donating black-colored items such as Urad dal, black sesame seeds, black chickpeas, etc., helps in getting rid of old diseases. It also reduces mental stress.
Perform These Special Remedies on Sawan Saturday
- Offer Shami leaves on the Shiva Lingam and chant the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra: "Om Tryambakam Yajamahe..."
- In the evening, visit a Shani temple and offer mustard oil to Lord Shani.
- Circumambulate the Peepal tree and offer water at its root.
- Apply mustard oil on a roti (Indian bread) and feed it to a black dog.
- Make a mixture of seven types of grains and feed it to a cow.
What is the Story of the Relationship Between Shiva and Shani?
According to mythological beliefs, Shani is a great devotee of Lord Shiva. It is said that Shani pleased Shiva through intense penance and received a boon from him. Shiva blessed him to become the most influential planet among the Navagrahas (nine planets). Therefore, when a devotee worships both Shiva and Shani, they receive special benefits.
Special Enthusiasm is Visible Among Devotees
Special preparations are being made in temples and religious places for Sawan Saturday. Special decorations and Abhishek (ritual bathing) are planned in Shiva temples, while long queues of devotees are being seen in Shani temples as well. Many people also observe a fast on this day and pray for the peace and happiness of their families by lighting a lamp in the evening.
Follow These Rules Throughout Sawan
If a devotee regularly worships Shiva and Shani every Saturday of Sawan, performs charity, and chants mantras, they are likely to be freed from many obstacles in life. It is also a common belief that it provides relief from Shani's Sade Sati and Dhaiya.
