Navagraha Deepam- Lighting the lamp for Nine Planets
Navagrahas ( Nine Planets) are important deities of the Hindu religion. The cosmic energy we receive contains different energies coming from these celestial bodies.
Navagrahas ( Nine Planets) are important deities of the Hindu religion. The cosmic energy we receive contains different energies coming from these celestial bodies.
The Navagraha Deepam (lamp) is lit in the puja room of our house to inspire positive vibrations.
In this lamp, Surya Dev (the Sun), occupies the center place.
Surya is the source of life in our Solar System and represents the Light of Wisdom who dispels our darkness.
In this lamp, Surya Dev (the Sun), occupies the center place.
Surya is the source of life in our Solar System and represents the Light of Wisdom who dispels our darkness.
In the Navagraha Deepam, Surya is surrounded by the other Grahas (planets).
The nine faces of the lamp represent the Navagrahas. The face of Saturn is made of iron to please Shani Dev, who represents the inner strength that is founded in Truth.
The nine faces of the lamp represent the Navagrahas. The face of Saturn is made of iron to please Shani Dev, who represents the inner strength that is founded in Truth.
The lamp is to be placed is such a way so that the face of Saturn points in the West direction.
Diametrically opposite to the face of Shani Dev, is the face for Shukra. Shukra, which is the planet Venus, is the emblem of love and attachment. Shukra is the Guru of the asuras
Diametrically opposite to the face of Shani Dev, is the face for Shukra. Shukra, which is the planet Venus, is the emblem of love and attachment. Shukra is the Guru of the asuras
and teaches us the art of indulging in the senses.
All of the faces in this lamp can be lit daily to welcome success and happiness.
Alternately, the lamp can be lit on Saturdays.
When one lights the lamp on Saturday, it is suggested that each of three faces be lit.
All of the faces in this lamp can be lit daily to welcome success and happiness.
Alternately, the lamp can be lit on Saturdays.
When one lights the lamp on Saturday, it is suggested that each of three faces be lit.
One face for Shukra, which represents the prior day, one for Shani Dev, and one for Surya Dev for the following day.
Lighting this Navagraha Deepam in the house brings prosperity, good health, peace of mind, and courage.
Lighting this Navagraha Deepam in the house brings prosperity, good health, peace of mind, and courage.
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