Shani Jayanti 2024: According to Astrology, Shani aka Saturn has a special place in the nine planets. Shani Dev’s birth anniversary or Shani Jayanti is observed during the Amavasya Tithi of Jyeshta month. The planet Shani, which is known for either blessing or punishing a person, plays a key role in astrology.
According to the scriptures, Shanidev, son of Chhaya Devi and Suryadev, was born on the new moon day of the Jyeshta month. Hence, there is a tradition of celebrating Shani Jayati on the new moon day of Jyeshta month.
Shani Jayanti 2024: Date
Shani Jayanti 2024 date or Shnai Amavasya will be observed on May 30.
Shani Jayanti 2024: Tithi
Amavasya Tithi of Jyeshta month will begin on 29th May 2024, Sunday at 2.54 pm and will end on 30th May 2024, at 4.59 pm. Hence, based on Udaya Tithi, Shani Jayanti will be celebrated on 30th May 2024.
Shani Amavasya: Significance
Lord Shani is also known as the God of Justice. He is the ruler of Karma and rewards the people as per their deeds and shows the influence on human life.
Devotees observe a day-long fast and seek the blessings of Shani Dev to rid themselves of the adverse effects of Shani from their horoscope.