Saturday is the day of Lord Shani (Saturn) — the planet of karma, discipline and justice. According to Vedic astrology, certain items should never be brought home on Saturn’s day, as they are believed to invite misfortune. The good news is that for each of these, there is a simple remedy to turn Saturn’s energy in your favour. Here are 6 items to avoid buying on Saturday, along with 6 easy Saturn-empowering tips to invite prosperity and blessings.
1. Iron
Iron should never be bought on a Saturday, as it is believed to bring bad luck to the buyer and their family.
Saturn remedy: Instead, donate iron items to a place of worship. This is said to bring prosperity and upliftment in business and wealth.
2. Mustard Oil
Mustard oil is best avoided on Saturdays, as buying it is traditionally believed to bring illness into the home.
Saturn remedy: Donate oil to a sweeper or helper on Saturday to please Lord Shani.
3. Broom
Buying a broom on Saturday is believed to invite poverty, so it is best avoided.
Saturn remedy: Instead, donate money to your housekeeper or helper on a Saturday or Tuesday to attract Saturn’s blessings.
4. Salt
Purchasing salt on a Saturday is said to bring debt into the family.
Saturn remedy: Salt is powerful for absorbing negative energy — keep a small cup of salt in the West direction of your home to cleanse the space.
5. Fuel and Inflammable Items
Fire is considered sacred, so buying fuel or inflammable products — matchboxes, petrol, kerosene and the like — on a Saturday is believed to bring problems into the family.
Saturn remedy: To attract Saturn’s blessings, walk barefoot on green grass for 35–40 minutes, which grounds the energy and cultivates humility.
6. Shoes
Avoid buying shoes on Saturday, especially black ones, as they are believed to bring failure in your work.
Saturn remedy: To invoke Saturn’s grace, visit a Hanuman temple on Saturday and return barefoot, leaving the shoes behind as an offering.
Why Saturday Is Ruled by Saturn
In Vedic astrology, each day is governed by a planet, and Saturday belongs to Shani (Saturn) — a strict but fair teacher who rewards discipline, honesty and humility. Being mindful of what you buy and how you act on Saturdays is a simple way to stay aligned with Saturn’s energy and avoid its harsher lessons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which items should not be bought on Saturday?
According to astrology, iron, mustard oil, brooms, salt, fuel or inflammable items, and shoes (especially black ones) should be avoided on Saturdays, as they are believed to invite misfortune.
Why should you not buy iron on Saturday?
Iron is ruled by Saturn, and buying it on Saturday is traditionally believed to bring bad luck. Instead, donating iron to a place of worship is said to attract prosperity.
How can I please Lord Shani on Saturday?
You can please Saturn by donating oil, iron or money to those in need, visiting a Hanuman temple, walking barefoot on grass, and avoiding the purchase of inauspicious items on Saturdays.
Why is salt kept in the West direction of the home?
Salt is powerful for absorbing negative energy. Keeping a cup of salt in the West direction is a simple Vastu and Saturn remedy to cleanse the home of negativity.
Which day is ruled by Saturn?
Saturday is ruled by Saturn (Shani). It is considered the ideal day for Saturn remedies such as donation, charity and worship of Lord Hanuman.
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