Saturn, being a major planet that spends 2 years in a sign, the Saturn transit is a very significant event in the world of astrology. Saturn transit is also called Kochar of Saturn.

Significance of Saturn Transit

Saturn or Shani has a formidable reputation as a malefic planet. If its transit is not favorable for you, you are likely to undergo many trials and tribulations. Saturn transit denotes the change that the planet makes in its revolving path. During this transit, the planet shifts from Capricorn to Aquarius. As this happens over 2 years, Saturn transit has great significance in Vedic astrology. Hence, people should take utmost care and do the necessary rituals to avoid Saturn’s wrath.

Saturn Transit Rituals

There are some effective rituals that can help you eliminate or minimize the negative effects of the Saturn transit. If you perform them, you may not have to bear the brunt of Saturn’s malefic effects.

Many people perform Hanuman Pooja to appease Saturn. As per mythology, Lord Hanuman protects his devotees from Saturn’s malefic influence. An interesting story lies behind it. The demon king of Lanka, Ravana, captured Saturn and imprisoned him in order to avoid delays, misfortune, and obstacles in his life. Saturn is responsible for such problems. Hanuman, who had gone to Lanka in search of Sita, Lord Rama’s wife, who was also Ravana’s captive, chanced upon Saturn and set him free. A grateful Saturn made a promise that he would not afflict those who worshipped Hanuman. It is for this reason that people do Hanuman Pooja during the Saturn transit.

Black is Saturn’s favorite color. So, distributing or donating black clothes to needy people is an effective remedy to appease Saturn. It also attracts the blessings of Saturn. One should offer special Abishekams, Poojas, and Neeranjanam. This can remove the harmful effects of Saturn from one’s horoscope. Distributing free food to physically disabled individuals also pleases Saturn as he is also lame. Since he rules old age, servants, and workers, being kind to such people makes him well-disposed towards you. Such acts and rituals will reduce the unfavorable aspects of Saturn. 

Problems Caused by Saturn Transit

Saturn is believed to be a harsh and merciless planet. Its role is to teach us many important lessons and instill discipline in us. It also punishes us if we do bad deeds. Hence, it is a karmic planet and the planet of justice. 

Results of Afflicted Saturn

 1. Delays and obstacles
 2. Fear, cowardice
 3. Selfishness
 4. Burdensome responsibilities
 5. Loss of ego
 6. Confusion, lack of trust
 7. Restrictions and limitations.

It goes without saying that if you have not been a good person, Saturn will rain troubles on you. During the Saturn transit period, you will be sorely tested, and some may even reach the limits of their endurance. Legal issues, persistent diseases, problems in education, career, business, and personal relationships, loss of wealth, etc., are all possible. One may also have mental health problems. Hence, as far as possible, one should not do immoral or unethical things. 

Benefits of Saturn Transit

Saturn Transit is the right time to appease the planet and make it favor you. Get the advice of an expert online astrologer before performing suitable remedies to appease Saturn. Depending on the degree of affliction, the astrologer will suggest remedies. If you get into Saturn’s good books, you can get many benefits-

You can be free of all your enemies and their machinations. 
Obstacles will melt away, making life smooth.
Your cherished desires and aspirations may be fulfilled.
There will be progress in education and professional life.
Health and prosperity.
You will become more spiritual.