Shani Mantra: Beej & Shanti Mantra for Sade Sati

July 18, 2026

The Shani mantra is dedicated to Lord Shani (Saturn), the planet of discipline, justice and karma in Hindu tradition. During challenging planetary periods such as Sade Sati and Dhaiya, devotees turn to the Shani beej and shanti mantras, believing that sincere chanting invites patience, resilience and grace. This guide shares the correct Sanskrit, transliteration and meaning of the key mantras, with traditional guidance on how to chant them.

Who Is Lord Shani?

Shani is the son of Surya (the Sun) and the celestial dispenser of justice, rewarding good deeds and teaching lessons through hardship. Though often feared, he is deeply respected as a fair teacher who shapes character through discipline. Saturdays are dedicated to him, and his worship is especially observed during Sade Sati, the roughly seven-and-a-half-year transit of Saturn over the moon sign.

The Shani Beej Mantra

The seed mantra for focused practice.

Sanskrit: ॐ प्रां प्रीं प्रौं सः शनैश्चराय नमः

Transliteration: Om Praam Preem Praum Sah Shanaishcharaya Namah

Meaning: A salutation to Lord Shanaishchara (Shani), invoking his seed sounds and asking for his blessings, patience and protection.

The Shani Shanti (Vedic) Mantra

A classical dhyana mantra describing Shani's form.

Sanskrit: नीलाञ्जन समाभासं रविपुत्रं यमाग्रजम् | छायामार्तण्डसम्भूतं तं नमामि शनैश्चरम् ||

Transliteration: Nilanjana Samabhasam Raviputram Yamagrajam, Chhaya Martanda Sambhutam Tam Namami Shanaishcharam

Meaning: I bow to Shanaishchara (Saturn), who shines like blue collyrium, the son of the Sun and elder brother of Yama, born of Chhaya and Martanda (the Sun). This verse is among the most widely recited Shani prayers.

What Is Sade Sati?

Sade Sati is the period of roughly seven and a half years when Saturn transits the twelfth, first and second houses from one's moon sign. Traditionally viewed as a testing but transformative phase, it is believed to teach patience and maturity. Many people intensify their Shani worship during this time.

How to Chant the Shani Mantra

Element	Traditional Guidance
Day	Saturday, the day dedicated to Shani
Time	Evening, or during Shani hora
Count	108 times using a mala
Offering	Sesame oil lamp, black sesame, blue or black flowers
Attitude	Humility, patience and honest self-reflection

Traditional Remedies During Sade Sati

Alongside the mantra, devotees may light a sesame oil lamp on Saturdays, serve those in need, and practise honesty and discipline. For a fuller list of observances, read our guide to Shani Sade Sati remedies. Chanting a rudraksha mala is traditionally favoured for steadiness during this practice.

Shani and the Navagraha

Shani is one of the nine planets (navagraha), and his mantra is often chanted as part of wider planetary worship. For all nine seed mantras, see our navagraha beej mantras guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Shani mantra is best for Sade Sati?

The Nilanjana Samabhasam shanti mantra and the beej mantra Om Praam Preem Praum Sah Shanaishcharaya Namah are both traditionally recited during Sade Sati.

How many times should I chant the Shani mantra?

A traditional round is 108 times using a mala. Some devotees chant it on Saturdays with special devotion.

When is the best day to chant the Shani mantra?

Saturday is dedicated to Lord Shani and is considered the most auspicious day for his worship and mantra chanting.

Can the Shani mantra remove the effects of Sade Sati?

It is a traditional practice believed to bring patience and steadiness during Sade Sati, but it is offered as devotion and support, not as a guarantee of any outcome.

Disclaimer: This article shares traditional spiritual beliefs for cultural and informational purposes only and does not guarantee any specific outcome. Mantras should be chanted with respect.

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