Graha Shanti Puja
Graha Shanti Puja is a powerful Vedic ritual performed to pacify the nine planetary deities (Navgrahas) and reduce the malefic effects of planetary doshas in one's horoscope. This puja helps harmonize the influence of planets and bring peace, prosperity, and well-being into the life of the devotee.
The nine planets — Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangal (Mars), Budh (Mercury), Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu, and Ketu — play a significant role in shaping a person’s destiny. When these grahas are not well-placed or are afflicted in the kundli (birth chart), they may bring challenges. Graha Shanti Puja is performed to neutralize such doshas and attract positive vibrations.
Key Rituals of Graha Shanti Puja:
- Ganesh Puja to remove obstacles.
- Kalash Sthapana and Sankalp (intent declaration).
- Navgraha Yantra installation and worship.
- Individual mantras chanting and offerings for each graha.
- Havan (fire ritual) with Navgraha mantras and ahutis.
- Charity and donations for related planetary deities.
This puja is best performed before starting a new venture, marriage, housewarming, childbirth, or during tough planetary transits (like Sade Sati, Rahu-Ketu Mahadasha, etc.).