Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti
The shanti addressed to Guru, performed with the japa, homa and dana prescribed for that graha. Undertaken on the advice of the family’s jyotishi after the horoscope has been examined.
A remedial rite is performed when a family is advised to — once, or on a set cycle. We describe what is usually observed; we never promise outcomes.
The sequence differs by region and by family tradition — yours will be confirmed before the day. We describe what families usually observe; we never promise outcomes.
How is Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti booked, and what does it cost?
On House of Purohit, a verified Purohit performs Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti at your home in Bengaluru, and the ceremony takes about 2h. Every price is shown before payment, the samagri (ritual items) list is provided in advance, and the Purohit is matched to your language and family tradition (Smartha, Madhwa, Vaishnava). Families unsure whether this is the right ceremony can talk to a Pandit free before booking.
Why families observe Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti
Traditionally performed as a parihara in relation to the placement or period of Guru in the horoscope.
- Deity
- Guru
- When it's performed
- On a day and muhurta indicated for Guru, as advised by the jyotishi.
- Performed by
- Purohits specializing in Dosha parihara
Also known as Guru Shanti, Guru Homa, Guru parihara.
- What is Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti?
- Traditionally performed as a parihara in relation to the placement or period of Guru in the horoscope.
- When is Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti performed?
- On a day and muhurta indicated for Guru, as advised by the jyotishi.
- Can Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti be done in a flat?
- Yes — most ceremonies we arrange are in apartments. Tell us if the space is small, or if there are smoke alarms; where a fire ritual is part of it, your Purohit plans for the room you have.
- What if the muhurat falls in Rahu kalam?
- When you choose a date, each time window shows its muhurat and whether it overlaps Rahu kalam. Families usually avoid it where the day allows; if it cannot be avoided, your Purohit will say what your tradition does.
- Who takes part in Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti?
- A verified Purohit conducts it; the person or couple the ceremony is for sits for the sankalpa, and family may join. Nothing else is needed from you but the name said aloud at the start — and a gotra, if your family knows it.
- How long does Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti take?
- About 2h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Yes — a verified Purohit performs Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti at your home.
- Is Guru (Brihaspati) Shanti available in Bengaluru?
- We're finalising pricing for this ceremony in Bengaluru — talk to a Pandit and we'll quote it directly.