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When is Shani Amavasya 2026: In astrology, Shani Dev is considered the god of justice and the giver of karma. In the year 2026, such an opportunity is coming to get the blessings of Shani Dev, for which the seekers wait for years. May 16, 2026 is the new moon day of Jyeshtha month, which will be celebrated as Shani Jayanti. This time Shani Jayanti is special because it is falling on Saturday, due to which there is a rare coincidence of Shanishchari Amavasya. It is believed that Shani Dev is the god who gives results according to the deeds, hence he is also called a judge. The person who does good deeds in his life remains blessed by Shani Dev, whereas those who do bad deeds have to face punishment.

This amazing coincidence happened after 13 years

According to Panchang calculations, Shani Jayanti Falling on a Saturday is a very auspicious and rare event. Such a great coincidence is happening after about 13 years. Astrologers believe that this Triveni Sangam of Saturday, Amavasya and Shani Jayanti has the ability to open the locks of the closed fortunes of the devotees.

Why is Shanishchari Amavasya special?

According to religious beliefs, Surya's son Shani Dev was born on the new moon day of Jyeshtha month. When this date falls on Saturday, its importance increases manifold. For those who are having Sade Sati or Dhaiya of Saturn in their horoscope, this day can prove to be a boon to reduce their troubles. Since it is Amavasya, making donations for the ancestors on this day also provides relief from Pitra Dosh.

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Please please Shani Dev like this

On this day, after morning bath, it is considered auspicious to go to Shani temple and worship. Offering mustard oil to Shani Dev, offering black sesame seeds and chanting Shani mantras are said to be especially fruitful. Apart from this, by lighting a lamp and circling under the Peepal tree, one also gets the blessings of Shani. The measures taken on this day can reduce the ill effects of Saturn and can prove helpful in removing the ongoing obstacles in life.

Charity will yield manifold results

Donation has special significance on Shanaishchari Amavasya. Donating black clothes, urad dal, iron items and mustard oil is considered auspicious. Helping the needy on this special day is considered to be the simplest and most effective way to please Shani Dev.

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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