Shani Mandir, Shanidev Temple, Shani Navgraha Mandir in Indore Unknown02:08 8 comments

Shani Dev is one of the most popular deities. The Hindus pray to ward off evil and remove obstacles from Shani Dev. Shani Jayanti the birth anniversary of Lord Shani falls on the Jyeshtha month Amavasya of Hindu calendar.

Shani is a deva and son of Surya and his wife Chhaya, hence also known as Chayyaputra. He is the elder brother of Yama the god of death, who in some scriptures corresponds to the deliverance of justice. Surya's two sons Shani and Yama judge, Shanidev gives us the results of one's deeds through one's life through appropriate punishments and rewards, Yamadev grants the results of one's deeds after death.

It is said that when Shani opened his eyes as a baby for the very first time, the sun went into an eclipse, which clearly denotes the impact of Shani on astrological charts. He is known as the greatest teacher and well wisher for the righteous as well the greatest punisher for those who follow the path of evil, betrayal and unjust revenge. Shani is also known as the lord of masses and his blessings are thus considered very important in an individual's horoscope for bestowing him with mass following and popularity. He is depicted dark in color, clothed in black; holding a sword, arrows and two daggers and mounted on a crow, which is Shani's vaahan. As protector of property, Shani is able to repress the thieving tendencies of birds.

This ancient temple is situated in a small village Baigram of Indore District. This temple is situated in the middle of very beautiful natural hills. This is the India's largest navgrah temple of Lord Shanidev. Here many devotee comes on Shani Amavasya at Shani Navgrah Mandir for the worship of Lord Shanidev. Seventh day of week is also known as SHANIVAR in Hindu calander for worship of lord shani. This abode of Shani situated at Indore is usually a pilgrimage its the devotees. Men and women coming here seek the blessings of lord Shani. This temple of lord Shani is definitely an ancient temple and could function as the land of faith and miracles.

Timings:- Opening & Closing :- All days of the week:
05:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Address:- SHANI NAVGRAHA MANDIR,
                  Baigram, Near Choral, Tehsil Mhow,
                  District Indore (Madhyapradesh)