Saturn is a planet of Karma as he presides over our actions. Accordingly, he punishes bad deeds and rewards good deeds. As a strict task master, through punishment, he teaches patience, discipline, effort and endurance in difficult times. He also inspires one to perform good deeds in the present birth.
Lord Shani (Saturn) is the son of Lord Surya (Sun) and his wife, Chhaya (Shadow). He is the elder brother of Yama, the Hindu god of death, who in some scriptures corresponds to the deliverance of justice. Saturday- the seventh day of the week is considered to be the day of the Shanidev. None of us can think of provoking Shani Dev. In fact, most of the people are constantly looking for ways to pacify and impress him, seeking his blessings and get rid of their misdeeds as soon as possible.
To ward off the evil effects of Saturn or Shani caused by the cycles of Saturn, one must propitiate him through many ways. One`s problems and struggles can be overcome through sincere prayers to him.
Donate mustard oil
Shani Dev loves mustard oil. On Saturdays, go to peepal tree and pour mustard oil on the tree branch. Peepal tree is worshiped by Hindus because it is symbolic to Shani bhagwan. It is believed that worshiping the tree before sunrise impresses Shani Dev. Chant the given mantra while offering him the mustard oil.
“Namaste konsansthaye pingalaye namostute
namaste babhrurupaye krisnanaye cha namostute
namaste raudradehaye namaste chantakaye cha
namaste yamasangyaye namaste sauraye vibho
namaste mandasangyaye shanaishwar namostute
prasadang kurume deveshang deenasya pranatasya cha”
Shani Dev believes in karma. The malefic effects are due to the bad karmas done by us in our previous birth. In order to neutralize them, you can perform certain activities. Prefer donating Urd, oil, sesame, amethyst gemstone, black cow, buffalo, black blanket or cloth, iron to a Brahmin. For even better results you can do fasting on this day.
You can also observe fasts on 51 Saturdays and take khichdi made of rice and black urad daal after sunset. Don’t forget worship him in ShaniJayanti.
Donate a pair of used footwear, urad dal, oil, sesame seeds,black blanket and iron on Saturday to a poor person and get rid of bad luck.
Worship Lord Hanuman
Lord Hanuman is one of the remedies to impress Shani Dev. Lord Hanuman saved Shani from the clutches of Ravana in Ramayana. Lord Shani promised to reduce the malefic affects of Shani on individuals if they worship Lord Hanuman. This promise made by Shani bhagwan helps the devotees win his heart if they worship lord Hanuman.
Saturn is pleased when you help charities, orphanages and other philanthropic endeavours and share your wealth, learning, knowledge and experiences. When you work for the benefit of society, you become a better person, and this impresses the Gods.
You should donate black sesame seeds, black buffalos, cows, blankets, uraddal khichdi or even laddus made of jaggery to the poor, orphaned or disabled.
Respect–Recognize that Shani is the lord of aging, so one should always respect their parents, elders and even teachers in order to keep Lord Shani happy. Making your elders sad or suffer will lead you to a miserable life.
Be honest: As a God of Justice, you should be honest in your life. Avoid bribing or hurting people. This is one lesson every individual should keep in mind.
These are few remedies to impress Shani Dev. Apart from these, avoid buying leather and black coloured items on Saturday.