नवग्रह मंत्र
Origin & Story
Navagraha Suktam (Vedic texts) and Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra · Vedic Rishis and Sage Parashara · Ancient Vedic period
The Navagraha mantras originate from the Vedic astronomical tradition where sages observed that nine celestial bodies profoundly influence human life. Sage Parashara systematized this knowledge in the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, the foundational text of Vedic astrology. Temples dedicated to the Navagraha exist throughout South India, where devotees circumambulate the nine planetary deities to seek their blessings.
✦ As told in scripture
In the Ramayana, when Lord Ram was about to be crowned king, the planets aligned unfavorably due to Saturn's influence. This led to Ram's exile. Later, when Hanuman confronted Shani (Saturn) and freed him from Ravana's prison, Shani promised that he would be gentle with anyone who worships Hanuman. This is why Hanuman worship is considered a remedy for Saturn-related difficulties in Vedic astrology.
Complete Text with Meaning
ॐ सूर्याय नमः
Om Suryaya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to the Sun — source of light, life and vitality.
ॐ चन्द्राय नमः
Om Chandraya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to the Moon — ruler of the mind and emotions.
ॐ अंगारकाय नमः
Om Angarakaya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Mars — planet of courage and energy.
ॐ बुधाय नमः
Om Budhaya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Mercury — planet of intellect and communication.
ॐ बृहस्पतये नमः
Om Brihaspataye Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Jupiter — the great teacher and source of wisdom.
ॐ शुक्राय नमः
Om Shukraya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Venus — planet of love, beauty and arts.
ॐ शनैश्चराय नमः
Om Shanaishcharaya Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Saturn — lord of karma, discipline and justice.
ॐ राहवे नमः
Om Rahave Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Rahu — the north lunar node of desire.
ॐ केतवे नमः
Om Ketave Namah
Meaning:Om, I bow to Ketu — the south lunar node of liberation.
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Benefits of Chanting नवग्रह मंत्र
Balances the influence of all 9 planets in your horoscope
Reduces negative effects of planetary transits (Sade Sati, Rahu Dasha, etc.)
Brings harmony in career, relationships, health and finances
Especially powerful during planetary transitions or Graha Dosha
Chanting on specific days amplifies each planet: Sunday=Sun, Monday=Moon, Tuesday=Mars, etc.
Protects from malefic planetary periods and strengthens benefic ones
How to Chant नवग्रह मंत्र
Chant all nine mantras in sequence, 108 times each or at minimum 11 times each. For specific planetary remedies, chant the relevant planet's mantra on its day: Surya on Sunday, Chandra on Monday, Mangal on Tuesday, Budh on Wednesday, Guru on Thursday, Shukra on Friday, Shani on Saturday. Rahu and Ketu are chanted during Rahu Kaal or on Saturdays.