Planetary Mantras: Practice Playlists Guide
This simple planetary mantra guide gives you the exact lines to chant, plain-English meanings, and the best times to practice for each graha (planet). Pair it with the Weekly Remedy Schedule and the Planetary Charity Calendar 2026 hub so your fasting, charity, and mantra practice stay in sync. Rolling into next year? Keep the same rhythm alongside the Planetary Charity Calendar 2027.
How to Use This Guide
- Choose your anchor day per planet (e.g., Thursday for Jupiter).
- Chant the mantra 9, 27, or 108 times—pick a count you can keep every week.
- Add one small charity act from the hub so your practice stays grounded.
- Log how you feel after chanting; note calm, focus, or energy shifts.
- Keep a private audio playlist of clean, rights-cleared tracks—download to your phone so you can practice offline.
Best Times to Chant (IST)
- Sun (Sunday, sunrise): Face east; offer water (arghya) before chanting.
- Moon (Monday, evening): Chant after moonrise; keep soft lighting.
- Mars (Tuesday, morning): Chant before breakfast; follow with light exercise.
- Mercury (Wednesday, morning): Chant after a short journal session.
- Jupiter (Thursday, morning): Chant after bathing; donate yellow items the same day.
- Venus (Friday, evening): Use calm music; keep white flowers nearby.
- Saturn (Saturday, dusk): Light a black-sesame lamp; chant slowly with steady breath.
- Rahu/Ketu (Wednesday/Saturday, evening): Keep it short and mindful; avoid chanting when angry or rushed.
Planetary Mantras, Meanings, and Quick Audio Notes
| Planet | Mantra | Simple Meaning | Audio Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Om Surya Namah | I welcome light and vitality | Use a clear male/female vocal; no drums needed. |
| Moon | Om Somaya Namah | I calm my mind and feelings | Soft tempo; light tanpura drone works well. |
| Mars | Om Mangalaya Namah | I act with courage and discipline | Moderate pace; keep it steady, not aggressive. |
| Mercury | Om Budhaya Namah | I speak clearly and think sharply | Gentle tempo; sit upright to feel alert. |
| Jupiter | Om Brihaspataye Namah | I grow wisdom and goodness | Rich, slow chant; ideal with low tanpura. |
| Venus | Om Shukraya Namah | I invite harmony and beauty | Soft, melodic; add bell/chime at the end. |
| Saturn | Om Shanaye Namah | I respect discipline and patience | Slow and grounded; breathe out fully. |
| Rahu | Om Rahave Namah | I transform wisely and release shadows | Keep volume low; sit in a calm, clean space. |
| Ketu | Om Ketave Namah | I let go of old patterns and ego | Short rounds; focus on breath between chants. |
Playlist tip: Save one clean vocal track per mantra in your music app. Keep files offline so travel or poor data never breaks your streak.
Step-by-Step Chant Flow (10 Minutes)
- Set the space (1 min): Quiet corner, straight spine, soft lamp.
- Breath prep (1 min): 5 slow inhales/exhales to settle.
- Intention (30 sec): “I chant to invite clarity and calm.”
- Chant (6-7 min): 27 or 54 repetitions; count on a mala or app.
- Gratitude (30 sec): Thank the planet and your teachers.
- Anchor action (1 min): Send ₹11 charity or schedule your weekly donation as per the hub calendar.
- Journal (30 sec): Log mood, energy, or insights.
Best Days and Pairings
- Sun (Sunday): Pair with sunrise water offering and warm clothes charity.
- Moon (Monday): Pair with milk donation and an evening gratitude note.
- Mars (Tuesday): Pair with a brisk walk and red lentil charity.
- Mercury (Wednesday): Pair with desk declutter and book or data-pack donation.
- Jupiter (Thursday): Pair with teaching/sharing one lesson and yellow pulses donation.
- Venus (Friday): Pair with art or music practice and white flower or art-supply charity.
- Saturn (Saturday): Pair with bill payments, black sesame/oil charity, and slow chores.
- Rahu/Ketu (Wednesday/Saturday evenings): Pair with tech-for-good or animal rescue donations; keep the session short and calm.
Benefits Checklist
- Calmer mind (Moon), higher focus (Mercury), patient pace (Saturn)
- Better breath control; lowers stress before sleep (Moon, Venus)
- Consistency builds confidence—micro charity keeps the practice grounded
- Simple English meanings make it easy for family to join in
FAQs
How many times should I chant?
Start with 9 or 27. If you are steady for 3 weeks, move to 54 or 108.
Do I need a specific raga or tune?
No. A clear, steady vocal is enough. Avoid loud beats; keep volume gentle.
What if I miss the exact muhurat?
Chant on the nearest weekday for that planet (e.g., miss Thursday → chant next Thursday). Intention plus consistency matters more than clock perfection.
Can beginners chant Rahu/Ketu mantras?
Yes, keep it short (9 or 27), stay calm, and combine with grounding charity like food or tech-for-good donations.
Quick Exit Checklist
- Pick your anchor day and mantra count.
- Save one clean audio track per mantra offline.
- Pair chanting with a tiny charity (₹11) from the hub calendar.
- Log how you feel after each session to watch your progress.
Warm, simple, and steady practice wins. Chant in everyday language, keep the audio calm, and let small weekly actions build lifelong balance.
