Saturn is one of the most feared planets in Astrology. Considered one of the biggest malefic, Saturn is considered the lord of misfortune, sorrow, delays, and death. The planet is the master of Time itself.
Saturn rules over such things as old age, sickness, and disease ( particularly those of the elderly), decay, death, obstacles, delays, sorrows, hardships, etc. It is known to have the power to turn a king into a pauper and vice versa.
The planet Saturn also signifies caution, limitation, stiffness, and rigidity. However, on the positive side, Saturn is also considered the most effective teacher one can get in life. Saturn gives us maturity, patience, discipline, and an inherent sense of wisdom.
Saturn rules over Aquarius and Capricorn signs. It is exalted in Libra and debilitated in Aries.
The placement of Saturn in the chart indicates the areas we need to work the hardest in our life. Saturn gives lasting and durable results, if we make the efforts earnestly.
Astrology is perhaps as old a phenomenon as Human existence itself. Our ancient texts talk about Lord Ram’s horoscope.
The idol of Saturn should be made using iron. Saturn should be perceived with the radiance of blue colour and the four arms are bedecked with “shoola”, bow, arrow, and one hand in a state of blessing posture, riding on a donkey.
Saturn (Shani) should be worshipped with the flowers and clothes of the colours of the idol and with fragrance, sticks, Deepa, giving oblations, Dhupa, Guggul, etc. The metal of the idol of the planet and the food dear to him as signified by the planet are donated in charity with full devoutness for the alleviation of the affliction.
Maharishi Parashara said that the Mantra of Saturn should be recited twenty-three thousand times.
The type of wood to be used for Havan of Saturn is Shami. The Havana Samagri duly mixed with honey, ghee, curd, or milk is offered as oblations into the sacred fire and amidst chanting of the Mantras 108 or 28 times, the Havana should be performed.
After that Brahmins should be fed. Rice baked with sesame (Til) is a must for the remedy of Saturn. After the worship Dakshina should be given as per shraddha of yajmana (person performing the Havan) and satisfaction of Brahmins.
Normally the mantras given below are chanted for reducing the affliction of Saturn. Beej Mantra is preferred because of being a potent mantra.
Mantra for Saturn: “Om ShanichRaay Namah”
Beej Mantra for Saturn: “Om Praam Preem Praum Sah ShanichRaay Namah”.
Remedies as per Gemstone:
Blue Sapphire is the gemstone of Saturn.
Mantra for Saturn: “Om ShanichRaay Namah”
Beej Mantra for Saturn: “Om Praam Preem Praum Sah ShanichRaay Namah”.
Either of these mantras should be recited at least 108 times before wearing the gemstone.
Astrology may be one of the insights that our ancient Rishi-Munis might have got as part of their self-seeking or Tapasya. We should be thankful to all the people who translated that insight for understanding the common man. We should use Astrology as a tool to improve our lives and also to make the world a better and kinder place to live in.
Remedies for Mild affliction 
