Lord Shani (Śani) is one of the nine celestial bodies (Navagraha) in Vedic astrology. He is the son of Surya (the Sun God) and his wife Chhaya (Shadow). Hence, he is also known as Chhayaputra . His name means "the slow mover," referring to his planetary orbit of approximately 30 years per zodiac sign.
Chant this 108 times on Saturdays. It is said to reduce the intensity of Sade Sati within 40 days. shani mahatmya in english verified
It serves as a guide for those undergoing (the 7.5-year transit of Saturn) or Shani Mahadasha, teaching that Shani is not a "villain" but a neutral judge who delivers the fruits of one's past actions (Karma). The Core Story: King Vikramaditya’s Trials Lord Shani (Śani) is one of the nine