The nine planets of the Solar System are devoted to the Navagraha Homam, a powerful ritual that is performed with great power. The purpose of performing this is to thank the planets, which are the sole reason for all the happiness and misfortunes that occur in a person’s life.

The nine celestial bodies known as ‘Navagraha’ are the core of all astrological calculations in Indian Astrology. The Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, and Rahu and Ketu, along with the two shadow planets, are considered to be the most significant and noteworthy navagarhas.

The significance of this Homam lies in the fact that these nine ‘grahas’ play a significant role in a person’s horoscope. They are in charge of his/her desires, karmas, and their outcomes. By reducing the negative effects (dasha) of the planets, the homam can improve the positive energies that a person has. As a result, the Navagraha Homam delights the nine planets, which are crucial in determining and shaping a person’s life.

Who is the appropriate person to perform Navagraha Homam?

It is necessary for a person to meet with an astrologist first. The experienced astrologer would then carefully read their natal chart. His/her goal is to comprehend the effects of all the planets in his/her Kundli.

By analyzing the planetary placements in the individual’s natal chart, the astrologer can determine the optimal timing for conducting the Navagraha Homam. Additionally, it is recommended that people with the following issues perform this homam once in their lifetime.

1. Someone whose natal chart does not have well-placed four or more planets.
2. Someone who has a strong affliction with Rahu (Ascending node) and Ketu (Descending node) in their natal chart.
3. To enhance their married life and career, those with Kalathra dosha or Kal sarpa dosha should have these doshas removed.
   

The benefits of Navagraha Homam:

Performing Navagraha Homam has numerous benefits, but the following are the most notable ones:

1. Enhancing a person’s life.
2. Creating a prosperous career path.
3. This is a solution for those who want a happy marriage or are impacted by the delay in child’s birth.
4. There are benefits for those who are experiencing stuck-ups in their business and personal lives.
5. Finding satisfaction in the shifting planets that have a negative impact on a person’s life.
6. Eliminating any unfortunate events that could have an impact on a person in the future.

The homam can restore the benefits of the nine planets below:

1. Sunlight is a source of good health and wealth.
2. Great minds and success are given by the Moon.
3. Mars is a source of prosperity and wealth
4. Wisdom and wealth can be granted by Mercury
5. Jupiter shines brightly on education and knowledge.
6. The knowledge of art and music is imparted by Venus.
7. The symbolism of Saturn is happiness and Vairagya
8. Rahu enhances life and aids in changing your adversary into your ally
9. Ketuens ensures prosperity, sound health, and wealth in the family.

What time is suitable for us to perform this homam?

A qualified astrologer must be consulted before performing the Homam. An astrologer would suggest the right time to worship based on one’s natal chart. The performer’s nakshatra determines the date and time for any given day.

The procedure for Navagraha Homam:

1. The sequence begins with Ganapathi Sthapana followed by Pooja.
2. During the second phase, the priest demands that the performer perform either the Punyaha Vachanam or the Maha Sankalpam.
3. He/she will be tasked with fulfilling all their desires by gratifying all the planets and asking them to bless the performer.
4. Lastly, the Kalasa Pooja has been concluded. The formal Sthapana is also known as this.
5. Following that, the homam is performed with great detail. The Japam or prolonged chanting fall under this category.
6. The Hawan Kund is granted the Aavurthi/Aahuti after that.
7. Poornahuti is offered at the end of Homam.
8. At the end of Homam, there will be distribution of Prasad.

Items needed for Navagraha Homam, including materials:

The list of materials necessary for performing homam is listed below:

1. Navgrah Yantra
2. Betel Nuts and Leaves
3. Camphor
4. Coconuts
5. Flowers
6. Fruits
7. Ghee
8. Havan Kund
9. Incense
10. Kumkum
11. Lamps
12. Rice
13. Sandalwood Paste
14. Sesame Oil
15. Sweets, and
16. Turmeric

What is the location for performing Navagraha Homam?

The Navagraha Homam can be arranged by a Purohit/Pandit in any location, including the performer’s home, office, or temple.

What is the cost of Navagraha Homam?

The price of Navagraha Homam varies between Rs.8,000 and Rs.10,000, depending on whether you perform it at your home or at the temple. The Navagraha Homam is expensive due to the ingredients and Dakshina given to the priests.