What is Nakshatra Shanti?
Nakshatra Shanti is a traditional Hindu ritual (puja or ceremony) performed to pacify or mitigate the negative influences associated with a person's Janma Nakshatra (birth star). This puja is often advised when a specific nakshatra is believed to bring doshas (flaws) or challenging effects in a person's horoscope. It's commonly done for newborns, at the time of naming ceremonies, or when someone experiences recurring difficulties linked to planetary influences.
Why Perform Nakshatra Shanti?
- Pacify Negative Effects : Some nakshatras are considered inauspicious or bring doshas like Gandmool Dosha (found in 6 specific nakshatras: Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Moola, Revati).
- Enhance Positivity : Improve the positive impact of planetary positions.
- Ensure Well-being : For mental, physical, and spiritual harmony.
- Correct Birth Chart Issues : Especially when recommended by astrologers for specific troubles (health, career, marriage delays, etc.).
- Sankalp (Vow) : Taken by the person or their guardian.
- Kalash Sthapana : Installation of a sacred pot symbolizing divine energy.
- Navagraha Puja : Worship of nine planets to seek blessings.
- Havan (Fire Ritual) : Offerings made to sacred fire with Vedic mantras.
- Recitation of Nakshatra Mantras : Specific to the person's Janma Nakshatra.
- Brahmin Dakshina : Offering to priests performing the puja.
Common Nakshatra Shanti Puja Elements
