Yog Shanti
Yog Shanti in Hindu Tradition
Yog Shanti is a Hindu ritual performed to neutralize or pacify inauspicious yogas present in a person’s birth chart (Janma Kundali). Certain planetary combinations (yogas) are believed to create obstacles in life, and Yog Shanti is performed to reduce their negative effects and restore balance, peace, and harmony.
This ritual is based on principles of Vedic astrology (Jyotish Shastra) and is commonly practiced across Maharashtra, Gujarat, and other parts of India.
Meaning of “Yog Shanti”
Yog – A specific planetary combination in the birth chart
Shanti – Pacification or remedial ritual
Thus, Yog Shanti means a ritual performed to mitigate the effects of adverse planetary yogas.
When Yog Shanti is Performed
Yog Shanti is performed when inauspicious yogas are present, such as:
Kaal Sarp Yog
Kemadrum Yog
Shrapit Yog
Grahan Yog
Other adverse planetary combinations
It may be performed:
At birth or later in life
Before important life events (marriage, career, childbirth)
On astrologically auspicious dates
Purpose of Yog Shanti
The main objectives of Yog Shanti are:
To reduce the negative effects of harmful yogas
To remove obstacles and recurring difficulties
To promote peace, health, prosperity, and stability
To strengthen positive planetary influences
Rituals Performed in Yog Shanti
The ritual generally includes:
Sankalp: Resolution to perform Yog Shanti
Mantra Japa: Chanting of specific planetary mantras
Homam (Havan): Fire ritual for purification
Puja of Navagrahas: Worship of the nine planets
Daan (Charity): Donations as prescribed (food, clothes, grains, etc.)
Difference Between Yog Shanti and Other Shanti Rituals
Yog Shanti addresses multiple planetary combinations
Kaal Sarp Shanti addresses a specific yoga
Mangal Shanti addresses Mars-related dosha
Janan Shanti is performed at birth for nakshatra-related doshas
Spiritual Significance
Yog Shanti helps in:
Balancing planetary energies
Removing karmic obstacles
Enhancing mental peace and spiritual progress
Creating harmony between destiny and effort
Important Places for Yog Shanti
Yog Shanti is commonly performed at:
Trimbakeshwar (Nashik)
Ramkund (Nashik)
Ujjain (Mahakaleshwar)
Varanasi (Kashi)
Other Puja:
Puja at Nashik: