Navgraha Mantras: Balancing the Nine Planetary Influences
Learn mantras for all nine planets (Navagraha) in Vedic astrology. Complete guide with pronunciation, meanings, and when to use each planetary mantra.
Navgraha Mantras: Balancing the Nine Planetary Influences
In Vedic astrology (Jyotish), nine celestial bodies influence human life. The Navgraha mantras are used to strengthen beneficial planets and pacify challenging ones.
The Nine Grahas
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Individual Mantras
1. Surya (Sun)
Mantra:
ॐ घृणि सूर्याय नमः
Om Ghṛṇi Sūryāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to the radiant Sun."
For: Leadership, confidence, health, father, government.
When weak: Low energy, father issues, authority problems.
2. Chandra (Moon)
Mantra:
ॐ सों सोमाय नमः
Om Soṃ Somāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Soma (Moon)."
For: Mind, emotions, mother, nurturing, public.
When weak: Emotional instability, mother issues, mental unrest.
3. Mangal (Mars)
Mantra:
ॐ अं अङ्गारकाय नमः
Om Aṃ Aṅgārakāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to the fiery Mars."
For: Courage, energy, siblings, property, competition.
When weak: Low energy, conflicts, property issues.
4. Budha (Mercury)
Mantra:
ॐ बुं बुधाय नमः
Om Buṃ Budhāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Mercury."
For: Intelligence, communication, business, education.
When weak: Learning difficulties, communication problems.
5. Brihaspati (Jupiter)
Mantra:
ॐ बृं बृहस्पतये नमः
Om Bṛṃ Bṛhaspataye Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Jupiter."
For: Wisdom, children, wealth, spirituality, teachers.
When weak: Financial problems, lack of guidance, fertility issues.
6. Shukra (Venus)
Mantra:
ॐ शुं शुक्राय नमः
Om Śuṃ Śukrāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Venus."
For: Love, beauty, arts, marriage, luxury.
When weak: Relationship problems, lack of comfort.
7. Shani (Saturn)
Mantra:
ॐ शं शनैश्चराय नमः
Om Śaṃ Śanaiścarāya Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to slow-moving Saturn."
For: Discipline, longevity, career, karma.
When weak: Delays, restrictions, chronic problems.
8. Rahu (North Node)
Mantra:
ॐ रां राहवे नमः
Om Rāṃ Rāhave Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Rahu."
For: Ambition, foreign things, unconventional paths.
When weak: Confusion, obsessions, scandals.
9. Ketu (South Node)
Mantra:
ॐ कें केतवे नमः
Om Keṃ Ketave Namaḥ
Meaning: "Om, salutations to Ketu."
For: Spirituality, liberation, psychic abilities.
When weak: Lack of direction, spiritual confusion.
The Combined Navgraha Mantra
For general planetary balance, recite all nine:
ॐ सूर्याय नमः।
ॐ चन्द्राय नमः।
ॐ मङ्गलाय नमः।
ॐ बुधाय नमः।
ॐ बृहस्पतये नमः।
ॐ शुक्राय नमः।
ॐ शनैश्चराय नमः।
ॐ राहवे नमः।
ॐ केतवे नमः॥
When to Use Planetary Mantras
Based on Horoscope Analysis
Consult a Vedic astrologer to understand:
Based on Current Situations
Saturn problems (delays, obstacles):
Relationship issues:
Career/education issues:
Health/energy problems:
The Specific Day Practice
Chant each planet's mantra on its day:
Practice Methods
Daily Combined Practice
Chant all nine mantras each morning:
Focused Practice
For specific planetary issues:
Navgraha Puja
Traditional worship includes:
Planetary Colors and Items
Wearing these colors or items (with guidance) can support mantra practice.
Pronunciation Notes
Beej (Seed) Sounds
Each planet has a seed sound:
These can be chanted alone as concentrated versions.
Common Challenges
Śanaiścarāya (शनैश्चराय):
Aṅgārakāya (अङ्गारकाय):
Cautions and Considerations
Consult Before Intensive Practice
Planetary mantras are powerful. Before intensive practice:
Saturn and Rahu/Ketu
These "malefic" planets require special care:
Gemstones
Wearing planetary gemstones without proper analysis can backfire. Always consult an expert.
Integration with Daily Life
Morning Routine
Add Navgraha mantras to morning practice:
Before Important Events
Relevant planetary mantra before:
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