Shani Chalisa

In the vast world of Vedic astrology, Lord Shani (Saturn) plays a powerful and karmic role. Feared by many and revered by the wise, Shani Dev is the lord of discipline, justice, and time. When Saturn is placed unfavorably in a birth chart, it can bring delays, obstacles, and suffering. But did you know there is a sacred hymn — the Shani Chalisa — that can help pacify his energy and win his blessings?

What is Shani Chalisa?

The Shani Chalisa is a 40-verse devotional hymn composed in Hindi that glorifies Lord Shani. It praises his virtues, seeks his mercy, and appeals for relief from suffering caused by his unfavorable transits or placements in a horoscope. Just like the Hanuman Chalisa for Lord Hanuman, the Shani Chalisa is considered a powerful tool for spiritual healing and karmic cleansing.

श्री शनि चालीसा

 
जय-जय श्री शनिदेव प्रभु, सुनहु विनय महराज।
करहुं कृपा हे रवि तनय, राखहु जन की लाज।।

 
जयति-जयति शनिदेव दयाला।
    करत सदा भक्तन प्रतिपाला।।
चारि भुजा तन श्याम विराजै।
    माथे रतन मुकुट छवि छाजै।।
परम विशाल मनोहर भाला।
    टेढ़ी दृष्टि भृकुटि विकराला।।
कुण्डल श्रवण चमाचम चमकै।
    हिये माल मुक्तन मणि दमकै।।
कर में गदा त्रिशूल कुठारा।
    पल विच करैं अरिहिं संहारा।।
पिंगल कृष्णो छाया नन्दन।
    यम कोणस्थ रौद्र दुःख भंजन।।
सौरि मन्द शनी दश नामा।
    भानु पुत्रा पूजहिं सब कामा।।
जापर प्रभु प्रसन्न हों जाहीं।
    रंकहु राउ करें क्षण माहीं।।
पर्वतहूं तृण होई निहारत।
    तृणहंू को पर्वत करि डारत।।
राज मिलत बन रामहि दीन्हा।
    कैकइहूं की मति हरि लीन्हा।।
बनहूं में मृग कपट दिखाई।
    मात जानकी गई चुराई।।
लषणहि शक्ति बिकल करि डारा।
    मचि गयो दल में हाहाकारा।।
दियो कीट करि कंचन लंका।
    बजि बजरंग वीर को डंका।।
नृप विक्रम पर जब पगु धारा।
    चित्रा मयूर निगलि गै हारा।।
हार नौलखा लाग्यो चोरी।
    हाथ पैर डरवायो तोरी।।
भारी दशा निकृष्ट दिखाओ।
    तेलिहुं घर कोल्हू चलवायौ।।
विनय राग दीपक महं कीन्हो।
    तब प्रसन्न प्रभु ह्नै सुख दीन्हों।।
हरिशचन्द्रहुं नृप नारि बिकानी।
    आपहुं भरे डोम घर पानी।।
वैसे नल पर दशा सिरानी।
    भूंजी मीन कूद गई पानी।।
श्री शकंरहि गहो जब जाई।
    पारवती को सती कराई।।
तनि बिलोकत ही करि रीसा।
    नभ उड़ि गयो गौरि सुत सीसा।।
पाण्डव पर ह्नै दशा तुम्हारी।
    बची द्रोपदी होति उघारी।।
कौरव की भी गति मति मारी।
    युद्ध महाभारत करि डारी।।
रवि कहं मुख महं धरि तत्काला।
    लेकर कूदि पर्यो पाताला।।
शेष देव लखि विनती लाई।
    रवि को मुख ते दियो छुड़ाई।।
वाहन प्रभु के सात सुजाना।
    गज दिग्गज गर्दभ मृग स्वाना।।
जम्बुक सिंह आदि नख धारी।
    सो फल ज्योतिष कहत पुकारी।।
गज वाहन लक्ष्मी गृह आवैं।
    हय ते सुख सम्पत्ति उपजावैं।।
गर्दभहानि करै बहु काजा।
    सिंह सिद्धकर राज समाजा।।
जम्बुक बुद्धि नष्ट करि डारै।
    मृग दे कष्ट प्राण संहारै।।
जब आवहिं प्रभु स्वान सवारी।
    चोरी आदि होय डर भारी।।
तैसहिं चारि चरण यह नामा।
    स्वर्ण लोह चांदी अरु ताम्बा।।
लोह चरण पर जब प्रभु आवैं।
    धन सम्पत्ति नष्ट करावैं।।
समता ताम्र रजत शुभकारी।
    स्वर्ण सर्व सुख मंगल भारी।।
जो यह शनि चरित्रा नित गावै।
    कबहुं न दशा निकृष्ट सतावै।।
अद्भुत नाथ दिखावैं लीला।
    करैं शत्राु के नशि बल ढीला।।
जो पंडित सुयोग्य बुलवाई।
    विधिवत शनि ग्रह शान्ति कराई।।
पीपल जल शनि-दिवस चढ़ावत।
    दीप दान दै बहु सुख पावत।।
कहत राम सुन्दर प्रभु दासा।
    शनि सुमिरत सुख होत प्रकाशा।।

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प्रतिमा श्री शनिदेव की, लोह धातु बनवाय।
प्रेम सहित पूजन करै, सकल कष्ट कटि जाय।।

चालीसा नित नेम यह, कहहिं सुनहिं धरि ध्यान।
नि ग्रह सुखद ह्नै, पावहिं नर सम्मान।।

Astrological Importance of Shani

In astrology, Saturn is a slow-moving planet that governs discipline, responsibilities, karma, and hard work. It represents old age, trials, and long-term success. When placed favorably, Saturn can bestow longevity, spiritual wisdom, and leadership. But when afflicted, it may cause severe challenges such as debt, loss, isolation, and chronic illnesses.

The following table shows how Saturn affects various houses in a horoscope:

House	Impact of Shani (Saturn)	Remedy
1st House	May bring lethargy, discipline, or loneliness	Chant Shani Chalisa on Saturdays, donate black sesame
4th House	Affects peace at home, mother’s health	Offer mustard oil to Shani idol, light a lamp at Peepal tree
7th House	Delays in marriage, strained relationships	Read Shani Chalisa with spouse, fast on Saturdays
10th House	Strong for career growth, if well-placed	Chant Shani Chalisa daily, maintain honesty

Subjective Perspective: My Personal Experience with Shani Chalisa

I began chanting the Shani Chalisa regularly during my Shani Sade Sati phase. Initially skeptical, I turned to this Chalisa after facing continuous setbacks in career and personal life. The first thing I noticed was an improvement in mental peace. My anxiety reduced, and a sense of calm began to prevail. Over time, I saw improvements in my work life and even relationships started healing.

One doesn’t need to be religious to understand the power of intention and vibration. The rhythmic and devotional verses of the Shani Chalisa build a spiritual shield and enhance our ability to face challenges with grace. The power lies in faith and repetition.

Benefits of Chanting Shani Chalisa

• Reduces negative effects of Shani Dosha or Sade Sati
• Increases patience, perseverance, and maturity
• Brings discipline, spiritual strength, and clarity
• Helps overcome debts, court cases, and delays
• Improves relationship with father, elders, and authority figures

When and How to Chant Shani Chalisa

The best day to chant Shani Chalisa is Saturday. You can do it at sunrise or during sunset hours. Light a sesame oil lamp, offer black clothes or mustard oil to Shani Dev, and recite the Chalisa with devotion. Chanting it 11 or 21 times during challenging planetary periods can bring divine protection.

Conclusion

Shani Chalisa is more than just a devotional text — it’s a cosmic prayer that aligns your karmic path with divine order. If Saturn is testing you, this Chalisa becomes your spiritual weapon. From a subjective lens, it not only transformed my horoscope but also my attitude toward suffering and growth.

In Vedic astrology, remedies like Shani Chalisa don’t just alter fate — they purify the soul. They shift the focus from fear to devotion, from weakness to resilience. So, if you're navigating a tough Saturn period, don't fear Shani — connect with him through the powerful verses of the Shani Chalisa.

FAQs

Q1. Can Shani Chalisa be chanted without knowing astrology?
Yes. Even without astrological knowledge, anyone can chant for protection and mental strength.

Q2. Is it necessary to chant in front of an idol?
Not mandatory, but keeping a Kali image or yantra enhances energy focus.

Q3. How soon can I see results?
It varies. Some experience immediate shifts; others notice gradual inner changes after 11–21 days.