Shanidev Puja Tips: Should You Circumabulate Lord Shani's Idol? Astro Expert Weighs In

There is a custom of circumambulating the idols of Gods and Goddesses while worshipping them and this process is known as Parikrama. In the Hindu religion, Shanidev has been given the authority to reward everyone with the results of their deeds. It is believed that if he gets upset with you, then there can be various problems in your life. In this case, know whether you should circumambulate his idol or not from Astrologer Radhakant Vats in this article.

Should We Circumambulate The Idol Or Stone Of Shanidev?

• The expert shared the worship of Lord Shani is only supposed to be done in a temple according to the scriptures. While you perform his worship, you are also advised to follow certain rituals.

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• If you wish to circumambulate the idol or stone of Lord Shani, you can do so only one time unlike the usual Parikrama of Gods which is done in the order of 3, 5, 7, 11, or 21.

• However, if you are under the influence of Shani’s Sade Sati, then you are advised to do the Parikrama seven and a half times. Similarly, if you are suffering from Shani’s Dhaiyya, then you have to do the Parikrama two and a half times. (Astro Remedies For Weak Saturn In Horoscope) This is believed to be auspicious and beneficial for you.
• You should also know that women are not supposed to circumambulate the Shani Shila. However, they can perform the Parikrama around Lord Shani’s idol or his temple.

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