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Shani Chalisa is a hymn dedicated to Shani Dev, focused on seeking his blessings and protection from malefic effects. It is recited by devotees to appease Shani Dev and seek relief from hardships associated with his influence.

Hymn
Shani Chalisa
Deity
Shani Dev
Number of verses
12
Best day to chant
Saturday
Available languages
English, Telugu, Hindi
Last updated
18 Jul 2026
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Opening Doha Listen

jaya gaṇēśa girijā suvana, maṅgala karaṇa kṛpāla ।
dīnana kē dukha dūra kari, kījai nātha nihāla ॥

jaya jaya śrī śanidēva prabhu, sunahu vinaya mahārāja ।
karahu kṛpā hē ravi tanaya, rākhahu jana kī lāja ॥

1 - 4 Listen

Jayati Jayati Shanidev Dayala ।
Karat Sada Bhaktan Pratipala ॥ 1 ॥

Chari Bhuja, Tanu Shyam Virajai ।
Mathe Ratan Mukut Chhavi Chhajai ॥ 2 ॥

Param Vishal Manohar Bhala ।
Tedhi Drishti Bhrikuti Vikarala ॥ 3 ॥

Kundal Shravan Chamacham Chamake ।
Hiye Maal Muktan Mani Damake

5 - 8 Listen

Kar Mem Gada Trishool Kuthara ।
Pal Bich Karain Arihin Sanhara ॥ 5 ॥

Pingal, Krishno, Chhaya, Nandan ।
Yam, Konastha, Raudra, Dukh Bhanjan ॥ 6 ॥

Sauri, Mand, Shani, Dash Nama ।
Bhanu Putra Pujahin Sab Kama ॥ 7 ॥

Ja Par Prabhu Prasann Hai Jahim ।
Rankahun Raav Karainkshan Mahim

9 - 12 Listen

Parvatahu Trin Hoi Niharat ।
Trin Hu Ko Parvat Kari Darat ॥ 9 ॥

Raj Milat Ban Ramahin Dinho ।
Kaikeyihun Ki Mati Hari Linhon ॥ 10 ॥

Banahum Mem Mrig Kapat Dikhai ।
Matu Janaki Gi Chaturai ॥ 11 ॥

Lakhanahin Shakti Vikal Kari Dara ।
Machiga Dal Mem Hahakara

13 - 16 Listen

Ravan Ki Gati-Mati Baurai ।
Ramchandra Som Bair Badhai ॥ 13 ॥

Diyo Keet Kari Kanchan Lanka ।
Baji Bajrang Bir Ki Danka ॥ 14 ॥

Nrip Vikram Par Tuhi Pagu Dhara ।
Chitra Mayur Nigali Gai Hara ॥ 15 ॥

Haar Naulakha Lagyo Chori ।
Hath Pair Daravayo Tori

17 - 20 Listen

Bhari Dasha Nikrisht Dikhayo ।
Telihin Ghar Kolhu Chalvayo ॥ 17 ॥

Vinay Raag Deepak Maham Kinhom ।
Tab Prasann Prabhu Hai Sukh Dinhom ॥ 18 ॥

Harishchandra Nrip Nari Bikani ।
Aapahum Bhare Dom Ghar Pani ॥ 19 ॥

Taise Nal Par Dasha Sirani ।
Bhunji-Meen Kood Gi Pani

21 - 24 Listen

Shri Shankarahin Gahayo Jab Jai ।
Parvati Ko Sati Karai ॥ 21 ॥

Tanik Vilokat Hi Kari Reesa ।
Nabh Udi Gayo Gaurisut Seesa ॥ 22 ॥

Pandav Par Bhai Dasha Tumhari ।
Bachi Draupadi Hoti Ughari ॥ 23 ॥

Kaurav Ke Bhi Gati Mati Marayo ।
Yuddh Mahabharat Kari Darayo

25 - 28 Listen

Ravi Kaham Mukh Maham Dhari Tatkala ।
Lekar Koodi Parayo Patala ॥ 25 ॥

Shesh Dev-Lakhi Vinati Lai ।
Ravi Ko Mukh Te Diyo Chhudai ॥ 26 ॥

Vahan Prabhu Ke Saat Sujana ।
Jag Diggaj Gardabh Mrig Swana ॥ 27 ॥

Jambuk Sinh Adi Nakhdhari ।
So Phal Jyotish Kahat Pukari

29 - 32 Listen

Gaj Vahan Lakshmi Grih Avaim ।
Hay Te Sukh Sampatti Upjavaim ॥ 29 ॥

Gardabh Hani Karai Bahu Kaja ।
Gardabh Siddh Kar Raj Samaja ॥ 30 ॥

Jambuk Buddhi Nasht Kar Darai ।
Mrig De Kasht Pran Sanharai ॥ 31 ॥

Jab Avahin Prabhu Swan Savari ।
Chori Adi Hoy Dar Bhari

33 - 36 Listen

Taisahi Chari Charan Yah Nama ।
Svarn Lauh Chaanji Aru Tama ॥ 33 ॥

Lauh Charan Par Jab Prabhu Avaim ।
Dhan Jan Sampatti Nasht Karavaim ॥ 34 ॥

Samata Tamra Rajat Shubhkaari ।
Svarn Sarv Sukh Mangal Kaari ॥ 35 ॥

Jo Yah Shani Charitra Nit Gavai ।
Kabahum Na Dasha Nikrisht Satavai

37 - 40 Listen

Adbhut Nath Dikhavaim Leela ।
Karain Shatru Ke Nashi Bali Dheela ॥ 37 ॥

Jo Pandit Suyogya Bulavai ।
Vidhivat Shani Grah Shanti Karai ॥ 38 ॥

Peepal Jal Shani Divas Chadhavat ।
Deep Daan Dai Bahu Sukh Pavat ॥ 39 ॥

Kahat Ramasundar Prabhu Dasa ।
Shani Sumirat Sukh Hot Prakasha

Closing Doha Listen

Path Shanishchar Dev Ko, Ki Hom Vimal Taiyar ।
Karat Path Chalis Din, Ho Bhavsagar Par ॥

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What does the Shani Chalisa mean?

Chanting the Shani Chalisa holds spiritual importance as it is believed to invoke the blessings of Shani Dev, mitigating the adverse effects of Saturn. Devotees recite it to seek protection, achieve mental peace, and overcome obstacles in life. It is also seen as a way to cultivate patience and perseverance during difficult times.

Who wrote the Shani Chalisa and where does it come from?

The Shani Chalisa is traditionally attributed to the Hindu devotional texts and is composed in the Hindi language. While its exact authorship is unclear, it is deeply rooted in the Bhakti tradition, which emphasizes devotion to deities through hymn chanting.

When and how should you chant the Shani Chalisa?

The Shani Chalisa is best chanted on Saturdays, which are considered sacred to Shani Dev. Devotees often recite it 11 or 21 times, ideally while facing the east. A calm posture and focused mind enhance the experience, and accurate pronunciation is encouraged for maximum effect.

❤️ What are the benefits of chanting the Shani Chalisa?

  • Mitigates Saturn's malefic effects
  • Brings mental peace and stability
  • Enhances patience and perseverance
  • Protects against obstacles and adversities
  • Encourages spiritual growth
  • Invokes divine grace of Shani Dev

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