Shani Dev’s day
In Hindu religion, Monday is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Sunday is dedicated to Sun God. Similarly, Saturday is considered dedicated to Shani Dev. In religious scriptures, Shanidev has been called the giver of Karmaphaldaata who provides results to people according to their deeds. It is considered taboo to do certain things on Saturday and one of them is buying mustard oil. In this article we will know why mustard oil should not be bought on Saturday, what harm it causes and what to do if you buy oil on Saturday.
Why should one not buy oil on Saturday?
According to religious beliefs, one should avoid buying oil on Saturday, as it is considered inauspicious. There is a belief that buying oil on Saturday can have adverse effects on Shanidev and can increase financial and health related problems. Instead, donating oil on Saturday and offering oil to Shani Dev is considered auspicious.
Reasons for not buying oil on Saturday
Side effects of Shanidev:- Buying oil on Saturday can have a negative impact on Shani Dev.
Economic- Health Problems:– According to beliefs, buying oil on Saturday can increase financial troubles and health problems.
Saturn’s entry into the house:- Buying oil on Saturday is considered an invitation for the ill effects of Saturn to enter the house.
What to do if you buy oil on Saturday?
If you have purchased mustard oil on Saturday, you can reduce the inauspicious effects caused by purchasing oil on Saturday by adopting some of the measures given below.
- Offered to Shanidev:- A little of the oil purchased on Saturday should be offered to Shani Dev in the evening.
- Donation of oil:- Some part of the remaining oil purchased on Saturday should be donated to a needy person.
- Light a lamp:- Light a mustard oil lamp on Saturday evening and worship Shani Dev.
- Chanting mantra:- Shani Dev’s mantra ‘Om Shan Shanaishcharaya Namah’ should be chanted on Saturday.
- Use of remaining oil:- After taking all these measures, you can use the remaining oil for normal use.
(Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.)