Navagraha Vratham is a sacred ritual dedicated to the Nine Planets (Navagrahas), which are believed to influence one’s destiny and life. This vratham is performed to seek blessings from the Navagrahas for the removal of doshas (flaws) in one’s horoscope, and to bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual well-being.
Key Steps in Navagraha Vratham:
- Preparation of the Pooja Setup:
- Nine representations of the planets (such as stones, idols, or images of the Navagrahas) are arranged in the pooja area.
- Offerings of flowers, fruits, water, ghee, honey, and sandalwood are prepared.
- The Ritual Process:
- The Navagraha Stotra or Navagraha Mantras are recited for each of the nine planets, starting with Surya (Sun) and continuing with Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budha (Mercury), Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu, and Ketu.
- Water, milk, ghee, and honey are offered to each planet while chanting mantras associated with each one.
- Prayers and Offerings:
- The devotee prays to the Navagrahas to remove malefic effects, bring harmony, and improve health and prosperity.
- Special Navadhanya (nine grains) are offered to represent the planets.
- Completion and Prasadam Distribution:
- The prasad of fruits and flowers is distributed among the devotees after the pooja.
Benefits of Navagraha Vratham:
- Removes planetary doshas and reduces the malefic effects of planets in one’s horoscope.
- Brings prosperity, success, and peace in life.
- Provides health, wealth, and harmony to the family.
- Ensures the removal of obstacles and promotes spiritual progress.
Auspicious Days for Navagraha Vratham:
- Observed on Sundays (for Sun), Mondays (for Moon), Tuesdays (for Mars), Wednesdays (for Mercury), Thursdays (for Jupiter), Fridays (for Venus), Saturdays (for Saturn), and also during Rahu Kaal and Ketu Kaal.
