🌑 4. Shani Dosh – The Trial of Saturn

• Introduction:

* Shani Dosh occurs when Saturn (Shani Dev) creates malefic influence — especially during Sade Sati or Dhaiya. Saturn represents discipline, karma, and justice.

• Effects:

* Delays, struggles, and challenges that test patience and character.

• Remedies:

* Light a sesame oil lamp on Saturdays near a Peepal tree.

* Chant "Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah" 108 times.

* Offer black sesame or mustard oil to Shani Dev.

* Do charity for poor or disabled people.

• Scriptural Reference:

* Brahma Purana, Skanda Purana