Shani Amavasya

Shani Jayanti 2020: Amavasya timings, rituals and how to seek Lord's blessings!

Shani Dev is the son of Surya Dev - the sun god. As per Hindu mythology, each day of the week is dedicated to a deity, therefore, Saturday is ruled by Saturn Lord—Shani Dev. There is a mention of the lord in ancient Puranas, medieval texts and scriptures.

May 22, 2020, 10:05 AM IST

Shani Amavasya 2019 coincides with Pitru Paksha: Significance and what it means

This year, the last day of Pitru Paksha falls on a Saturday, which is why its significance increases tenfold.

Sep 28, 2019, 15:11 PM IST

Shani Amavasya 2018: Date, Time and significance

This year, the first Shani Amavasya took place on March 17 and the second one happens to be on August 11, 2018.

Aug 11, 2018, 10:46 AM IST

Shani Jayanti 2018: Puja, Tithi, Vidhi and timings

This year, it coincides with Vat Savitri Vrat on May 15 which is observed on Jyeshtha Amavasya in major North Indian states in the country.

May 15, 2018, 11:24 AM IST

Shani Amavasya 2017: This is how you can seek divine blessings!

Faith moveth mountains and therefore there are numerous ways to seek the blessings of the almighty. As per Hindu tradition, the Saturn Lord or Shani Dev is one of the main deities worshipped across the globe. The Lord is mentioned in the ancient Puranas and scripts as well. The planet associated with the Lord is Saturn; it is also one of the main Navagraha as per Hindu mythology.

Nov 18, 2017, 14:13 PM IST

Shani Amavasya 2017: How to please the Lord on this day!

The Saturn Lord or Shani Dev is one of the main deities worshiped by Hindus across the globe. The Lord is mentioned in the ancient Puranas and scripts as well.

Jun 24, 2017, 13:08 PM IST