Shanidev Jayanti 2026
Shani Dev Birth Story: According to Hindu religion, the Amavasya date of Jyeshtha month is celebrated as Shani Janmotsav, which will fall on Saturday, 16th May this year. Shani Dev, son of Surya, is considered the god of justice, who gives results to man on the basis of his deeds. The importance of Shani Jayanti has increased further due to Amavasya falling on Saturday in 2026 because Saturday itself is a day dedicated to Shani Dev.
According to religious beliefs, Shani Dev was born from the union of Lord Surya and Mother Chhaya. The story of his birth is very interesting and deep. To understand the nature of Shani Dev and his powers, it is important for every devotee to know the story of his birth and the stories related to him.
Birth of Shani Dev and severe penance of Mata Sangya
According to mythology, Sun God was married to Sangya, daughter of Vishwakarma, the architect of the gods, but she could not bear the brightness of the sun. For her penance, Sangya left her shadow in the service of Sun God and went to do penance herself. Mother Chhaya performed such severe penance for Lord Shiva that the complexion of the child growing in her womb turned deep black. When Shani Dev was born, seeing his dark complexion, Surya Dev refused to accept him as his son and doubted Mother Chhaya. Seeing his father insulting his mother, Shani Dev became angry and Surya Dev turned black as soon as he saw him. Since then Shani Dev started being considered the god of justice and discipline.
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Shiva’s blessings and law of justice
There are many types of beliefs in the society about Shani Dev, but he is actually a symbol of discipline. An interesting story related to him is related to his guru Lord Shiva. When Surya Dev despised Shani Dev, he worshiped Lord Shiva very hard. Seeing his selfless devotion, Lord Shiva was pleased and blessed him that he would get the best position among the nine planets. Lord Shiva appointed him the supreme judge of the universe and blessed him that gods, demons and humans would all be equal in his presence. It is by the grace of Lord Shiva that Shani Dev got the power with which he maintains balance in the world by giving appropriate fruits of his deeds to every living being.
Weapons symbolizing justice and importance of astute vision
There is a very deep meaning hidden in the form of Shani Dev, his weapons and vehicles. The bow, arrow and trident in the hands of Shani Dev are proof of his discipline and justice, which shows that the end of unrighteousness is certain. His vehicle ‘Crow’ shows that his eyes are everywhere and he can see even the most subtle actions. Crow is a bird which is known for its vigilance, in the same way Shani Dev also keeps an eye on every small and big activity of man. These symbols of his teach us that whatever work we do can never be hidden from his eyes, hence we should always follow the path of honesty and truth in life.
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