Shani (Saturn) in Vedic astrology: meaning, signs, gem and mantra
- Stands for
- discipline, work, service, delay, longevity and justice
- Rules
- Makara, Kumbha
- Exalted in
- Tula
- Debilitated in
- Mesha
- Day
- Saturday
- Colour
- black, dark blue
- Gem
- blue sapphire
- Mahadasha
- 19 years
- Nakshatras it rules
- Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada
- Mantra
- ॐ शनैश्चराय नमः
Help workers and the poor; light a mustard-oil diya under a peepal on Saturdays.
Surya · Chandra · Mangal · Budh · Guru · Shukra · Shani · Rahu · Ketu