Why we offer Oil to Shani Dev

First of all, let's know who is Shani Dev, if you don't already that is. Shani Dev is the god of karma, justice, time, and retribution. He is associated to planet Saturn and Saturday is said to be a auspicious day dedicated to him. Shani Dev is the judge of gods, he delivers his judgements based on goods and bads of someone. At Bhaktinama, we not only share spiritual knowledge but also make your devotional journey easier through modern, accessible services like online pandit booking, online temple booking, ordering puja samagri online. An description of Shani Dev would be someone with a dark complexion , riding either a crow or vulture and carrying sword or scepter. Now the topic of the day, Why we offer oil to Shani dev? So we are often told that offering oil to Shani Dev helps in evading bad luck. And a astrologer may suggest you offer oil to Shani Dev if you have Sadhe Saati dosh in your Kundali. Sadhe Saati is the special test of the god of justice. He likes to test the durability, and strength of ones mental ability by such challenge. At Bhaktinama, these rituals are made easy with our online booking services, which include pandit booking, temple booking, ordering ingredients, and guidance for performing any ritual all at your fingertips. There are two legends of why offer oil to Shani Dev both are related the Param Bhakta of Shree Ram- Hanuman Ji. The first version is that when the construction of Ramsetu was underway Hanuman ji was meditating and Shani Dev who saw that wanted test him. So, he tried to disrupt his meditation. Hanuman Ji warned him not to but Shani Dev persisted so Pawan Putra wrapped his tail around and took off in a fight and as Shani Dev was trapped in his tail he was pulled along for a free ride, and in the process was hurt. And Anjani Nandan after seeing that he was hurt applied oil on his injuries which relieved Shani Dev of pain and he was pleased by the fact. And that's why offering oil to Shani Dev is said to make him happy. Bhaktinama Services: Making Your Vrat Easy and Divine In today’s fast-paced life, maintaining traditional rituals can be challenging. Bhaktinama bridges this gap by combining devotion with convenience, ensuring that your Kamada Ekadashi observance becomes smooth and stress-free. ● Online Temple Booking: Devotees can book darshan or special पजू ा at renowned temples from the comfort of their home, ensuring participation even when travel is not possible. ● Online Pandit Booking: Arrange experienced and verified pandits for Ekadashi पजू ा, vrat katha, and rituals at your home with ease and authenticity. ● Puja Samagri (Ingredients) Ordering: Get all essential पजू ा items—like incense, diya, fruits, and sacred सामग्री—delivered to your doorstep without hassle. ● Personalized Ritual Guidance: Step-by-step assistance and guidance help even beginners perform Kamada Ekadashi vrat correctly. With Bhaktinama, devotion is no longer limited by time, distance, or availability—it becomes accessible to everyone. The second legend also takes place in Ramayana era around Sunderkand. In this version it is said that, the almighty Ravana after getting the boon from Bhole conquered heaven and earth. Then he made the Navagraha's his prisoner. And once when Shani Dev wanted cast his Vakra Drishti on Ravana but he(Ravana) counterattacked and injured Shani Dev. And when Ram Bhakta was visiting Janaki in Ashok Vatika he stumbled upon Shani Dev in imprisonment when finding his way. Shani Dev begged Anjani Putra to free him. Hanuman ji freed him and with the help of tail threw Shani Dev out of Lanka and towards the shore of Rameswaram. When Hanuman Ji returned after burning Lanka and Ravana's peace he saw that Shani Dev was injured from the impact of his throw so he applied oil on his injuries. So all in all Hanuman ji injured Shani Dev then cured him and Shani Dev at fault in some legend and not inn some, liked the cure so much that if anyone ever offers him oil he is pleased and blesses them. And it also relieves devotees from his Vakra Drishti to some extent. Platforms like Bhaktinama further enhance this journey by making spiritual practices simpler, accessible, and more meaningful in modern life. Online booking of pandits, temple, पजू ा सामग्री delivery all just one tap away. Why is Saturday associated with Shani Dev? The answer to this question is self explanatory and just requires a little bit of IQ and common knowledge because Saturday is called Shanivar in Hindi and the literal meaning of this is day of Shani. With Bhaktinama’s modern services like online temple booking, pandit booking, and पजू ा सामग्री delivery, your spiritual practices become effortless and deeply fulfilling. Stay connected with Bhaktinama to experience devotion in the most convenient and authentic way. And there also many more versions of why mustard oil is offered to Shani Dev, because it burns away negative energy, purifies the environment or my personal favorite because it's black color and texture matches that of Saturn that's why. Book experienced pandits online for all Hindu puja rituals with Bhaktinama – simple, reliable, and authentic.