The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Varanasi · Kashi · Banaras
Chandra Graha Shanti in Varanasi
Chandra Graha Shanti is traditionally linked with Lord Shiva, who wears the crescent Moon, which gives the rite a special place in Kashi. Families often combine it with jal abhishek to a Shivling.
A Pandit performs Chandra mantra japa, Shiva puja and a short havan at your home or stay, usually on a Monday or a Purnima evening.
ब्रह्मा मुरारिस्त्रिपुरान्तकारी भानुः शशी भूमिसुतो बुधश्च।
गुरुश्च शुक्रः शनिराहुकेतवः सर्वे ग्रहाः शान्तिकरा भवन्तु॥
Brahmā murāris tripurāntakārī bhānuḥ śaśī bhūmisuto budhaś ca, guruś ca śukraḥ śani rāhu ketavaḥ sarve grahāḥ śāntikarā bhavantu.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Chandra Graha Shanti
Kashi is regarded as Shiva's city, and many families feel a Chandra shanti performed here, with Ganga jal for the abhishek, carries added meaning.
Evenings on the ghats, with the Moon rising over the river, make a Purnima shanti especially peaceful for visiting families.
Local traditions & timing
- Mondays and Purnima are the traditional days and fill quickly in Sawan.
- Many families collect Ganga jal in the morning to use in the abhishek.
- Old city lanes are busy in the evening, so allow time if your stay is near Dashashwamedh.
Where it's performed
- Your home in Varanasi
- Your hotel or guest house
- A dharamshala for a larger family
- Online sankalp with a Varanasi Pandit
Planning tips
- Share birth details and the reason for the shanti.
- Keep milk, white flowers, rice and a silver or steel vessel ready.
- An evening start suits a Purnima rite; tell us your preferred time.
About Chandra Graha Shanti
A traditional Monday puja for Chandra Dev, performed with white offerings, milk abhishek to Shiva and the Chandra beej mantra to seek emotional calm and blessings.
Duration
2 to 3 hours for puja with a short jaap; 2 to 3 days for a full 11,000 jaap depending on the number of Pandits
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
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Chandra Graha Shanti in Varanasi: FAQs
Why is Shiva worshipped in Chandra Graha Shanti?
Lord Shiva is traditionally shown wearing the crescent Moon, so Shiva puja is commonly included when seeking Chandra's blessings. The Pandit will explain the vidhi your family follows.
Can I do this during a short visit to Varanasi?
Yes. The rite takes a few hours and can be done at your hotel, where the property allows a small puja.
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