Indian astrologers point out that the nine celestial bodies or Navagrahas exhibit great influence over an individual’s destiny and fortune. These important Navagrahas include Lunar Eclipse or Ketu, Solar Eclipse or Rahu, Saturn, Venus, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars and the Moon and the Sun. Astrological faith says that these planets are directly associated with particular temples and most of these temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees visit these nine Navagraha shrines in order to invite harmony and prosperity into their lives by reducing the effects of malefic planets. In this article, we will learn why Maha Dev is considered as the Lord of Navagrahas and understand the significance of worshipping the Lord for attaining freedom from negative planetary influences.
