Shani Jayanti, also known as Shanidev Jayanti, marks the birth anniversary of Lord Shani, the deity associated with justice, discipline, and karma. In 2025, Shani Jayanti falls on Tuesday, May 27, which is observed on the Amavasya Tithi (new moon day) of Jyeshtha month as per the Hindu calendar.
Significance of Shani Jayanti
Shani Dev is one of the Navagrahas (nine planetary deities) in Hindu astrology and is believed to influence human lives based on their deeds. He is the son of Lord Surya (Sun) and Goddess Chhaya and is the ruler of planet Saturn. Worshiping Shani Dev on this day is believed to reduce the ill effects of Shani Dosha, especially Sade Sati and Dhaiya, bringing relief from hardships and obstacles.
Date and Muhurat of Shani Jayanti
Amavasya Tithi Begins - 12:11 PM on May 26, 2025
Amavasya Tithi Ends - 08:31 AM on May 27, 2025
Puja Vidhi (Rituals)
Devotees wake up early and take a bath, preferably in holy water. A fast is often observed throughout the day. Special prayers are offered to Lord Shani, and idols or images of Shani Dev are bathed with mustard oil. Black sesame seeds, black clothes, mustard oil, and urad dal (black lentils) are offered to the deity.
Devotees also visit Shani temples, especially the famous Shani Shingnapur in Maharashtra. Lighting mustard oil lamps, reciting Shani Chalisa and Shani Stotra, and feeding the poor or donating black items are considered highly auspicious on this day.
Conclusion
Shani Jayanti is a spiritually significant day that allows devotees to reflect on their actions, seek forgiveness, and invoke Lord Shani’s blessings for justice, protection, and peace. Observing this day with faith and discipline is believed to ward off negativity and ensure balance in life.
