About Shanidev Aarti
“Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari” is a popular devotional aarti dedicated to Lord Shani Dev. It is sung with great devotion on Saturdays, after worshipping Shani Dev and at the conclusion of the Shani Dev Vrat Katha. The aarti describes the divine form, glory, and compassionate nature of Lord Shani Dev and seeks His blessings for devotees.
Through this aarti, devotees pray to Lord Shani Dev to remove suffering and difficulties, protect them from troubles, bring peace and well-being into their lives, and continue to bless them. Shani Dev is traditionally regarded as the deity who gives results according to one’s actions; therefore, devotion, humility, righteous conduct, and good deeds are considered especially important in His worship.
Below you can read the complete aarti in easy Roman-script transliteration, along with its meaning and how to perform it.
Shri Shani Dev
Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari।
Suraj Ke Putra, Prabhu Chhaya Mahtari।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
Shyam Ank Vakra Drishti, Chaturbhuja Dhaari।
Neelambar Dhaar Nath, Gaj Ki Aswaari।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
Kreet Mukut Sheesh Rajit, Dipat Hai Lilari।
Muktan Ki Mala, Gale Shobhit Balihari।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
Modak, Mishtaan, Paan, Chadhat Hai Supari।
Loha, Til, Tel, Urad, Mahishi Ati Pyari।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
Jan Kalyan, Karahu Nath Grahai।
Tumko Jo Dhyave, Karahu Jaake Sahai।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
De Danuj Rishi Muni, Sumirat Nar Naari।
Vishwanath Dharat Dhyan, Sharan Hain Tumhari।।
।। Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari ।।
Significance & Benefits
It is believed that sincerely performing Shani Dev Aarti helps devotees overcome suffering, difficulties, and obstacles, while the blessings of Shani Dev bring peace, happiness, and well-being into life. The aarti is especially performed with devotion on Saturdays, after Shani Dev Puja and at the conclusion of the Shani Dev Vrat Katha.
Devotees pray through the aarti for the strength to improve their actions, overcome difficulties, stay protected from troubles, overcome negative influences, and maintain peace and happiness within the family.
🪔 How to Perform the Aarti
- On Saturday, take a bath, wear clean clothes, and sit for Shani Dev Puja with a peaceful and devoted mind.
- Light a mustard oil lamp in front of an image or idol of Lord Shani Dev.
- Offer sesame seeds, oil, black urad dal, and flowers to Shani Dev with devotion.
- After reading or listening to the Shani Dev Vrat Katha, hold the lamp and lovingly sing “Jai Jai Shri Shanidev, Bhaktan Hitkari.”
- After the aarti, offer the sacred flame to all devotees and distribute the prasad.
- Finally, pray to Lord Shani Dev for happiness, peace, well-being, and protection from difficulties for yourself and your family.
Please note: Devotion and righteous conduct are considered especially important in the worship of Shani Dev. Along with worship, performing good deeds and helping those in need are also traditionally considered auspicious.
Read also: Shanidev Vrat Katha (in English)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Shani Dev Aarti performed?
Shani Dev Aarti is especially performed on Saturdays after Shani Dev Puja. It is also sung devotionally at the conclusion of the Shani Dev Vrat Katha or other Shani Dev worship.
What is offered during Shani Dev Aarti?
During Shani Dev Puja, devotees traditionally offer sesame seeds, mustard oil, black urad dal, and flowers. A mustard oil lamp is also commonly lit before Lord Shani Dev.