Planet Mantras – Navagraha Mantras,
Benefits & Traditional Japa
In Vedic astrology, the nine Grahas are traditionally associated
with different areas of human life, including vitality,
emotions, courage, intellect, wisdom, relationships, discipline,
ambition and spiritual development.
Planet Mantras are sacred invocations traditionally associated
with the Navagrahas. They may be practiced as part of prayer,
meditation, Japa and traditional astrological remedies.
नवग्रह
UNDERSTANDING NAVAGRAHA
What Are Planet Mantras?
Planet Mantras, also known as Graha Mantras or Navagraha Mantras,
are traditional sacred formulas associated with the nine Grahas
recognized in Vedic astrology. The nine Grahas are Surya, Chandra,
Mangal, Budha, Brihaspati, Shukra, Shani, Rahu and Ketu.
In traditional astrological practice, mantra Japa may be recommended
when an astrologer considers a planetary influence important in a
person's horoscope. The appropriate mantra and method of practice
can depend upon the complete birth chart, the role of the planet,
its strength, aspects, conjunctions and planetary periods.
A planetary mantra should therefore not be selected solely because
a particular planet appears weak. Vedic astrology considers the
overall horoscope before recommending a remedial approach.
THE NINE GRAHAS
Navagraha and Their Traditional Associations
Each Graha has its own traditional symbolism and is associated
with particular qualities and areas of life.
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Surya
Sun
Vitality, confidence, authority, leadership and self-expression.
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Chandra
Moon
Mind, emotions, sensitivity, nourishment and receptivity.
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Mangal
Mars
Courage, initiative, energy, determination and action.
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Budha
Mercury
Intelligence, communication, learning and analytical ability.
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Brihaspati
Jupiter
Wisdom, knowledge, guidance, dharma and expansion.
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Shukra
Venus
Relationships, creativity, beauty, comforts and refinement.
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Shani
Saturn
Discipline, responsibility, patience and perseverance.
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Rahu
North Node
Ambition, unconventional experiences, desire and uncertainty.
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Ketu
South Node
Detachment, introspection, spirituality and inner investigation.
NAVAGRAHA MANTRA COLLECTION
Mantras for the Nine Planets
The following mantras and Japa counts are retained from the
existing Astroshastra Planet Mantras page. Practice them
according to your tradition and appropriate astrological guidance.
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01 • NAVAGRAHA
Surya Mantra – Mantra for Planet Sun
Surya Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Hraam Hreem Hroom Sah Suryaye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 11,000
Beej Mantra
Om Ghrini Suryay Namah
Puranic Mantra
Japa Kusum Sankasham Kashyapeyan Mahadutiom
Tamo arim sarvpapghnam Prantasmi Divakaram
Surya is traditionally associated with vitality, confidence,
authority, leadership, individuality and self-expression.
Planetary mantra practice for Surya is considered within the
broader context of the Sun's position and role in the horoscope.
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02 • NAVAGRAHA
Chandra Mantra – Mantra for Planet Moon
Chandra Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Shraam Shreem Shroom Sah Chandraye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 11,000
Chandra is traditionally associated with the mind, emotions,
sensitivity, nourishment, receptivity and mental steadiness.
Its condition is particularly important when examining the
emotional and psychological dimension of a horoscope.
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03 • NAVAGRAHA
Mangal Mantra – Mantra for Planet Mars
Mangal Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Kraam Kreem Kroom Sah Bhomaye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 10,000
Mangal is traditionally associated with courage, initiative,
physical energy, determination, competition and decisive
action. Its placement is examined carefully before a
planetary remedy is recommended.
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04 • NAVAGRAHA
Budha Mantra – Mantra for Planet Mercury
Budha Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Braam Breem Broom Sah Budhaye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 4,000
Budha is traditionally connected with intellect,
communication, reasoning, learning, commerce and analytical
abilities.
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05 • NAVAGRAHA
Guru Mantra – Mantra for Planet Jupiter
Brihaspati Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Graam Greem Groom Sah Gurvaye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 10,000
Jupiter is traditionally associated with wisdom, knowledge,
teachers, guidance, dharma, prosperity and expansion.
Its strength and functional role are important considerations
in Vedic horoscope analysis.
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06 • NAVAGRAHA
Shukra Mantra – Mantra for Planet Venus
Shukra Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Draam Dreem Droom Sah Shukraye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 19,000
Shukra is traditionally associated with relationships,
creativity, beauty, refinement, comforts, artistic
expression and material pleasures.
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07 • NAVAGRAHA
Shani Mantra – Mantra for Planet Saturn
Shani Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Praam Preem Proom Sah Shanaye Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 24,000
Shani is traditionally associated with discipline,
responsibility, patience, perseverance, delay, hard work
and karmic lessons.
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08 • NAVAGRAHA
Rahu Mantra – Mantra for Rahu
Rahu Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Bhraam Bhreem Bhroom Sah Rahvey Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 18,000
Rahu is traditionally associated with ambition, intense
desires, unconventional experiences, worldly fascination
and situations involving uncertainty or sudden changes.
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09 • NAVAGRAHA
Ketu Mantra – Mantra for Ketu
Ketu Graha
Traditional Graha Mantra
Om Straam Streem Stroom Sah Ketvey Namah
Traditional Japa Count: 17,000
Ketu is traditionally associated with detachment,
introspection, spiritual inquiry, intuition and experiences
that encourage inward reflection.
VEDIC ASTROLOGY GUIDANCE
Which Planet Mantra Should You Chant?
The appropriate planetary mantra should ideally be considered
from the complete horoscope rather than simply from the
zodiac sign.
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Examine the Birth Chart
Study the complete planetary configuration in the Kundali.
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Assess Planetary Strength
Consider the planet's sign, house, dignity, aspects and
conjunctions.
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Consider Dasha
Mahadasha and Antardasha can provide important context
for traditional remedial practices.
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Consider Nakshatra
The Janma Nakshatra and its planetary ruler can add another
layer to mantra selection.
JAPA GUIDANCE
Planetary Days for Traditional Mantra Practice
Traditional Vedic practice associates each visible Graha with a
particular weekday. Practitioners may choose the corresponding
planetary day for devotional Japa, although specialized remedial
practices can follow additional rules.
Planet
Sanskrit Name
Traditional Day
Key Association
Sun
Surya
Sunday
Vitality & authority
Moon
Chandra
Monday
Mind & emotions
Mars
Mangal
Tuesday
Courage & action
Mercury
Budha
Wednesday
Intellect & communication
Jupiter
Guru / Brihaspati
Thursday
Wisdom & guidance
Venus
Shukra
Friday
Relationships & creativity
Saturn
Shani
Saturday
Discipline & perseverance
Rahu
Rahu
Traditionally associated with Saturday
Ambition & unconventionality
Ketu
Ketu
Traditionally associated with Tuesday
Detachment & spirituality
MANTRA SADHANA
How to Chant Planet Mantras
01
Know the Graha
Understand which planet is relevant to your intended
practice.
02
Learn the Mantra
Learn the mantra carefully and pay attention to its
pronunciation.
03
Choose a Peaceful Place
Practice in a clean and quiet environment whenever possible.
04
Use a Regular Count
Maintain a consistent Japa routine appropriate to your
practice.
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Maintain Concentration
Keep the mind focused on the mantra rather than treating
Japa only as a numerical exercise.
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Complete With Prayer
End the practice with a moment of quiet reflection or
devotional prayer.
TRADITIONAL JAPA
Why Is 108 Used in Mantra Japa?
A Mala of 108 beads is traditionally used for Japa in many
Indian spiritual traditions. The number 108 has symbolic
significance in several Hindu and yogic traditions.
However, 108 repetitions are not automatically required for
every planetary mantra. Your existing Planet Mantra page
provides specific traditional repetition counts for the
individual Grahas.
108JAPA
ASTROLOGICAL CONNECTION
Planet Mantras and Nakshatra Mantras
Planet Mantras and Nakshatra Mantras are related but serve
different purposes within traditional Vedic astrology. A
Nakshatra Mantra is connected with the individual's Janma
Nakshatra and its presiding deity, while a Planet Mantra is
associated with a particular Graha.
Because every Nakshatra has a planetary ruler, the two systems
can sometimes be considered together when examining the horoscope.
The appropriate practice depends upon the individual's chart and
the purpose of the remedy.
PLANETARY PERIODS
Planet Mantras During Mahadasha and Antardasha
Vedic astrology gives considerable importance to planetary
periods known as Mahadasha and Antardasha. When a particular
Graha becomes prominent during its planetary period, an
astrologer may examine its condition and functional role in
the horoscope before considering a traditional mantra remedy.
Mantra Japa can be one component of a broader remedial approach
that may also include prayer, charity, fasting, worship or
other traditional practices.
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IMPORTANT ASTROLOGICAL GUIDANCE
Do Not Choose a Planet Mantra Blindly
A planet that appears weak is not automatically a planet that
should always be strengthened. In Vedic astrology, the
functional role of the planet, house ownership, sign placement,
aspects, conjunctions, dignity and overall horoscope should
also be considered.
For personalized planetary remedies, it is advisable to have
the complete horoscope examined before beginning an intensive
remedial practice.
TRADITIONAL SIGNIFICANCE
Traditional Benefits Associated With Planet Mantra Practice
In traditional Vedic astrology and spiritual practice, planetary
mantras are associated with honoring and propitiating the
corresponding Graha. The benefits attributed to a mantra vary
according to the planet, mantra, tradition and horoscope.
✦ Devotional connection with the Graha
✦ Regular spiritual discipline
✦ Meditation and concentration
✦ Traditional planetary remedy
✦ Prayer and contemplation
✦ Greater awareness of planetary symbolism
ASTROSHASTRA JAPAM
Prefer to Have the Mantra Chanted on Your Behalf?
You can chant the planetary mantras yourself or avail the
Astroshastra Japam facility. After taking Sankalp from you,
Astroshastra can perform the designated mantra recitation on
your behalf.
Planet Mantras are traditional sacred formulas associated
with the nine Grahas of Vedic astrology. They may be used
for devotional Japa, meditation and traditional astrological
remedies.
What are Navagraha Mantras?
Navagraha Mantras are mantras associated with the nine
Grahas: Surya, Chandra, Mangal, Budha, Guru, Shukra, Shani,
Rahu and Ketu.
Can I choose a Planet Mantra according to my zodiac sign?
A planetary mantra is ideally selected after considering
the complete horoscope. The zodiac sign alone may not be
sufficient to determine the most appropriate planetary
remedy.
How many times should a Planet Mantra be chanted?
The repetition count depends upon the mantra and tradition.
The Astroshastra Planet Mantra page provides traditional
counts for each of the nine planetary mantras.
Can I chant all nine Planet Mantras?
A person may study or chant multiple planetary mantras,
but an intensive remedial practice should ideally be
selected according to the individual's horoscope and
spiritual tradition.
What is the difference between a Planet Mantra and a Beej Mantra?
A Planet Mantra is associated with a particular Graha,
while a Beej Mantra generally refers to a seed-syllable
based mantra formulation. They may have different forms
and applications within traditional practice.
Can Planet Mantras be used during Mahadasha?
Traditional astrologers may consider planetary mantra
practice during a Mahadasha or Antardasha after examining
the condition and functional role of the relevant planet.
Is 108 repetitions compulsory?
No. Although 108 is a traditional Mala count, different
mantras and remedial practices may prescribe different
repetition counts.
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