Navagraha Shanti Homam is a significant Hindu ritual performed to appease the nine celestial planets (Navagraha) and seek their blessings for health, wealth, prosperity, and overall well-being. The Navagraha includes the planets Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budha (Mercury), Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (ascending node), and Ketu (descending node). Each of these planets influences different aspects of life, and their favorable alignment is believed to bring positive outcomes.
During the homam, offerings like ghee, sesame, rice, and specific herbs are made into the sacred fire while chanting mantras dedicated to each of the planets. The ritual helps neutralize the adverse effects of malefic planetary positions in one's horoscope. It is believed to restore harmony in life by bringing balance to planetary influences, offering protection from obstacles, and promoting health, success, and spiritual growth. The Navagraha Shanti Homam is typically performed during auspicious times or in response to specific planetary afflictions.
