Devotion, festivity, and cleansing characterise Navratri. Our energies might be aligned with celestial forces because each day is linked to one of the nine planets (Navagrahas). We can balance these planets’ effects during Navratri by delivering specific remedies. Here are simple, practical cures for each planet to provide peace, prosperity, and luck.
9 planet remedies for 9 days of Navratri
Day 1: Sun
Surya symbolises power, vigour, and self-confidence. On the first day of Navratri, gift Goddess Shailputri red flowers and perform the Gayatri Mantra to soothe the Sun. Donate wheat or jaggery to people in need. Wheat-based foods are healthy. Early morning Sun worship facing east can promote health and career success.
Day 2: Moon
The Moon controls the mind and emotions. On the second day, Goddess Brahmacharini is worshipped with white flowers and milk. Water in a silver cup calms the mind. Chant the “Om Somaya Namaha” mantra and include white foods, such as rice or milk-based dishes, in your diet. This will help to calm and balances, reducing stress and anxiety.
Day 3: Mars (Mangal)
Mars represents courage, vigour, and strength. In honour of Goddess Chandraghanta, gift crimson lentils or garments to low-income people to mitigate Mars’ impacts. Offering red flowers and lighting a mustard oil lamp can enhance positivity. You can also chant “Om Angarakaya Namaha”. Eat red-coloured foods like pomegranates. This technique helps to improve energy and overcome hurdles.
Day 4: Mercury (Budh)
Mercury is the planet of intellect, communication, and business. On day four, worship Goddess Kushmanda with green flowers and pears or guava. Chanting the “Om Budhaya Namaha” mantra can boost intelligence and voice clarity. Donate money or green vegetables to scholars or students. It can erase educational barriers and increase employment, especially in communication.
Day 5: Jupiter (Guru)
Jupiter rules intelligence, wealth, and spirituality. On day five, Worship Skandamata with yellow flowers and gramme flour sweets. Chant “Om Brihaspataye Namaha” to enhance knowledge and success. Turmeric, books, or yellow clothes can bring blessings from Jupiter. Yellow foods like bananas and turmeric are believed to boost spirituality and wisdom.
Day 6: Venus (Shukra)
Venus symbolises love, beauty, and luxury. On this day, honour Goddess Katyayani with white flowers and sugar or kheer. Chant “Om Shukraya Namaha” for relationship harmony and success. Venus appreciates white or colourful clothing and donations like milk or grains. Consuming foods with a sweet taste brings emotional and material satisfaction and improves relationships.
Day 7: Saturn (Shani)
Saturn rules patience, discipline, and effort. On the seventh day, associated with Goddess Kalaratri, offer black sesame seeds and blue or black flowers. To mitigate Saturn’s effects, chant “Om Shanaischaraya Namaha”. Giving oil or black garments to needy people. Consuming black sesame in your food and charity can help you succeed and stay disciplined.
Day 8: Rahu
Rahu symbolises abrupt changes, ambition, and worldly ambitions. On day eight, honour Goddess Mahagauri with blue flowers and light incense. Chant “Om Rahave Namaha” to avoid misunderstandings and obstructions. Give the needy food or clothing, especially in dark colours, to lessen Rahu’s evil effects. Foods produced with barley or mustard alleviate Rahu’s chaos.
Day 9: Ketu
Ketu represents detachment, spiritual liberation, and past karma. On the last day, honour Siddhidatri with saffron or yellow flowers. Chant “Om Ketave Namaha” to improve spiritually and avoid distractions. Donating blankets or spiritual books helps. Saffron milk and coconut help detach from negativity and focus on spiritual goals on this day.
Let this Navratri bring you closer to divine grace, inner peace, and success in all your endeavours.