๐ณ Saturday Peepal Tree Puja โ Ancestor and Shani Peace
Evening deepdan + 7 circumambulations โ simultaneous relief from both doshas
The Connection Between Peepal Tree and Shani
Puranas describe the Peepal tree as the abode of Vishnu, Yama and Shani together. Saturday Peepal puja is special because both Shani and the ancestors (under Yama) reside in the same place. One puja relieves two doshas โ this is the remarkable secret of Peepal deepdan.
Lamp Direction and Deity
| Direction | Deity | Benefit | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| West | Shani Dev | Shani Dosha relief | Mustard oil |
| South | Yama / Ancestors | Pitru Dosha removal | Sesame oil |
| East | Surya Dev | Career and respect | Ghee |
| North | Kuber | Wealth attraction | Mustard oil |
Complete Peepal Deepdan Method
Bath and Preparation
Bathe on Saturday evening (5โ7 PM). Wear black or blue clothes. Fill an iron lamp with mustard oil.
Find the Peepal Tree
Find a Peepal tree in a park, temple courtyard or roadside. Approach and bow respectfully.
Water Offering
First pour water at the Peepal's roots. Mix black sesame in the water. Chant "Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah" 7 times.
Light the Lamp
Face west and light the lamp. Place it on the western side of the tree.
Seven Circumambulations
Circumambulate the Peepal 7 times clockwise. Chant "Om Namah Shivaya" with each round.
Prayer and Daan
After circumambulation, remember your ancestors and pray to Shani Dev for karmic purification. Donate urad dal to someone nearby.