Navagraha Candle Set: Benefits, How to Use & Which Planet Colour Does What
A Navagraha Candle Set contains nine colour-coded candles representing the nine Vedic planets (Grahas). Each candle carries the planet's symbolic colour, an inscribed Beej mantra, and is lit on its designated day to focus intention on that planet's domain — health, prosperity, relationships, or spiritual growth.
The 9 Planets and Their Candle Colours — and Why
Vedic tradition assigns each Graha a specific colour based on the planet's tattva (elemental quality), its ruling gemstone, and centuries of astrological convention recorded in texts such as the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. The colour of a Navagraha candle is not decorative — it is the primary visual carrier of the planet's symbolic energy during the ritual.
| Planet (Graha) | Candle Colour |
| Surya (Sun) | Red |
| Chandra (Moon) | White |
| Mangal (Mars) | Dark Red / Coral |
| Budha (Mercury) | Green |
| Brihaspati (Jupiter) | Yellow |
| Shukra (Venus) | White / Soft Pink |
| Shani (Saturn) | Black / Dark Blue |
| Rahu (North Node) | Dark Blue / Indigo |
| Ketu (South Node) | Smoky Grey |
Which Day to Light Which Candle
Each planet rules a day of the week in Vedic tradition. Lighting a candle on the planet's day is considered most auspicious because the planet's energy is said to be strongest and most receptive then. The table below is the standard reference used across Vedic ritual traditions.
| Planet | Candle Colour |
| Surya (Sun) | Red |
| Chandra (Moon) | White |
| Mangal (Mars) | Dark Red |
| Budha (Mercury) | Green |
| Brihaspati (Jupiter) | Yellow |
| Shukra (Venus) | White / Pink |
| Shani (Saturn) | Black / Dark Blue |
| Rahu (North Node) | Dark Blue |
| Ketu (South Node) | Smoky Grey |
Note: Rahu Kaal is a daily 90-minute period considered inauspicious for most activities but specifically used for Rahu propitiation. Your local Rahu Kaal time changes each day — check a Panchang app for your city. If you are unsure which planet to prioritise, consult a qualified Jyotishi to review your birth chart and current dasha period.
How to Do the Navagraha Candle Ritual
The following ritual framework is based on common Vedic puja practice. It is a general guide, not a prescription — your family tradition or Jyotishi's instructions take precedence. The goal is focused, sincere intention, not mechanical execution.
- 1Choose the planet and day
Identify which planet you are propitiating and confirm the correct day (see table above). If you are doing all nine, it is common to complete the set over one week starting on Sunday, or to light all nine on a Navagraha Puja day such as the full moon or new moon.
- 2Prepare and clean the puja space
Clean your altar or a flat table with a damp cloth. Lay a clean cotton cloth — red for Surya, white for Chandra, and so on. Place a heat-resistant metal or ceramic plate at the centre.
- 3Set the planet's image or yantra
Place the relevant planet's image, yantra, or a printed picture behind the candle. Many practitioners also place the planet's associated gemstone (or a photo of it) beside the candle.
- 4Trim the wick and place the candle
Trim the wick to 6 mm before lighting. Set the candle on the heat-resistant plate. Ensure there are no flammable materials within 30 cm.
- 5Chant the Beej mantra
Begin chanting the planet's Beej mantra 11 or 108 times using a rudraksha or tulsi mala. Typical mantras: Surya — Om Hraam Hreem Hraum Sah Suryaya Namah; Chandra — Om Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandraya Namah; Mangal — Om Kraam Kreem Kraum Sah Bhaumaya Namah; Budha — Om Braam Breem Braum Sah Budhaya Namah; Brihaspati — Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah; Shukra — Om Draam Dreem Draum Sah Shukraya Namah; Shani — Om Praam Preem Praum Sah Shanaischaraya Namah; Rahu — Om Bhraam Bhreem Bhraum Sah Rahave Namah; Ketu — Om Sraam Sreem Sraum Sah Ketave Namah.
- 6Light the candle and meditate
Light the candle after or during the mantra recitation. Sit quietly for 15–60 minutes, focusing on your intention for that planet's domain. Do not leave the burning candle unattended.
- 7Extinguish and store
Use a candle snuffer — never blow out the flame with your breath, as breath is considered to disturb the ritual energy in Vedic tradition. Allow the wax pool to solidify before moving the candle. Store upright in a cool dry place.
Benefits Per Planet: What Each Candle Targets
The following table summarises the intention domain associated with each planet in Vedic tradition. These are belief-based associations, not medically or scientifically validated claims. Approach them as focal points for your own intention-setting practice.
| Planet | Colour |
| Surya | Red |
| Chandra | White |
| Mangal | Dark Red |
| Budha | Green |
| Brihaspati | Yellow |
| Shukra | White/Pink |
| Shani | Black/Dark Blue |
| Rahu | Dark Blue |
| Ketu | Smoky Grey |
Does It Actually Work? Honest Vedic Framing
There is no peer-reviewed scientific evidence that lighting a candle influences planetary energies or alters astrological outcomes. DivineTatva is transparent about this. The Navagraha Candle ritual belongs to the domain of faith, intention, and traditional practice — not empirical science.
Within Vedic tradition, Agni (fire) is revered as a divine messenger (deva-mukha) that carries human devotion to the cosmos. The act of lighting a candle while chanting a Beej mantra is a form of Dharana — concentrated, single-pointed attention on a specific intention. Practitioners report benefits primarily in focus, emotional regulation, and a felt sense of taking action toward their goals. These are psychologically real outcomes, even if their mechanism is mental rather than planetary.
Think of the ritual as a structured mindfulness practice with cultural depth: the colour, the mantra, the designated day, and the flame work together to anchor your attention. Whether you frame that as Vedic cosmology or secular intention-setting, the practice can be meaningful. This product is not a substitute for professional astrological advice.
Fire Safety and Candle Care
Candle rituals involve open flame. Please follow these care instructions exactly to prevent accidents.
Burn on a flat heat-resistant surface away from flammable materials and drafts. Never leave burning candles unattended. Trim wick to 6mm before each use. Do not burn for more than 2 hours at a stretch. Store upright in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping.
Additional tips: keep candles out of reach of children and pets. Discontinue use if the candle produces excessive smoke or the flame grows unusually high. Do not move a burning candle. Allow the wax to cool fully before storing.
Gifting Uses for Navagraha Candle Sets
The Navagraha Candle Set is one of the more versatile Vedic gifts because it is relevant to virtually every life stage and occasion. It requires no specific gemstone knowledge or body measurement, making it easy to give.
- 1New home (Griha Pravesh)
A Navagraha set paired with a Navagrah Yantra is a traditional and practical housewarming gift — it sets up the new space for puja from day one.
- 2Shani Sade Sati or Dhaiya
For someone going through a difficult Saturn transit, the Shani candle specifically (or the full set) is a thoughtful, sensitive gift that acknowledges their struggle without overpromising.
- 3Career milestone or exam results
The Budha (Mercury) and Brihaspati (Jupiter) candles target intellect and prosperity — gift the set to students or professionals at a transition point.
- 4Wedding or engagement
The Shukra (Venus) candle targets love and relationships. The full set is a meaningful addition to a wedding gift hamper alongside sindoor or mangalsutra items.
- 5Birthday (as per birth chart)
If you know the recipient's lagna or current mahadasha planet, the full set is a deeply personalised gift — include a note about which candle to prioritise.
What Should a Navagraha Candle Set Cost in India?
Navagraha Candle Sets range from Rs 150 (cheap paraffin, no inscription) to Rs 1,200+ (artisan hand-poured soy, elaborate packaging). The table below summarises what you get at each tier.
| Tier | Price Range | Mantra Inscribed | Burn Time | Ritual Card | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Rs 150–399 | No | < 1 hour each | No | Often incorrect colours; no ritual guidance |
| Mid-range (DivineTatva) | Rs 400–599 | Yes | 2+ hours each | Yes | Jaipur lab-certified colours; beej mantra + symbol |
| Premium | Rs 700–1,200 | Yes | 3–4 hours each | Yes | Hand-poured soy wax; artisan packaging; higher COD cost |
DivineTatva's Navagraha Candle Set is priced at Rs 599 (MRP Rs 999), with free COD across India. At this price point you get accurate Vedic colours, inscribed Beej mantras, planetary symbols, and a ritual instruction card — the full ritual toolkit without premium packaging markup.
The DivineTatva Difference
DivineTatva is a Jaipur-based spiritual e-commerce brand. Every product batch is lab-certified for colour accuracy against Vedic specifications — because a Surya candle that is orange instead of red, or a Shani candle that is dark grey instead of true black, reduces the ritual's symbolic integrity.
- 1Jaipur lab-certified colour dyes
Each colour batch is tested against a Vedic colour reference chart. Colour accuracy matters for practitioners who take the symbolic associations seriously.
- 2Beej mantra and planetary symbol inscribed
Each candle carries the planet's seed mantra and symbol pressed into the wax, so the candle itself is part of the ritual, not just a prop.
- 3Ritual instruction card included
A bilingual (Hindi/English) ritual card walks you through the correct day, mantra, and procedure for each planet — no separate research needed.
- 4COD across India
Cash on delivery with no prepayment required. Shipping is tracked and typically takes 3–5 business days within India.
- 5Honest framing
DivineTatva does not promise planetary intervention or guaranteed outcomes. The set is sold as a ritual aid for focused intention — a tool for your practice, not a magic fix.
Frequently asked
Last reviewed: 17 May 2026 · Verified by the DivineTatva expert panel
What is a Navagraha Candle Set?
It is a set of nine colour-coded ritual candles, each representing one of the nine Vedic planets (Grahas). Each candle carries the planet's colour, inscribed Beej mantra, and planetary symbol, and is used in Vedic puja to focus intention on that Graha's domain.
Can I light all nine candles at once?
Yes, during a full Navagraha Puja — typically performed on auspicious dates like Navagraha Shanti days or at the priest's direction. For regular weekly practice, most practitioners light one candle on the planet's designated day.
Which candle should I light first if I am new to this practice?
Start with the planet ruling your current mahadasha or the planet associated with your most pressing life challenge. If you are unsure, a Vedic astrologer can identify your weakest or most active Graha from your birth chart.
Do these candles have any scientific benefit?
There is no scientific evidence that candles influence planetary forces. The benefits practitioners report — calm, focus, a sense of purposeful action — are psychological outcomes of structured mindfulness and ritual. DivineTatva does not claim otherwise.
Are the candles made from soy or paraffin?
DivineTatva's Navagraha Candle Set uses a soy-paraffin blend that balances clean burn (soy) with colour-holding stability (paraffin), ensuring the Vedic colours remain vibrant throughout the burn.
How long does each candle burn?
Each candle burns for a minimum of 2 hours in a single session. Do not burn for more than 2 hours at a stretch — extinguish, allow to cool, then relight in a subsequent session if needed.
Is the set suitable as a gift?
Yes. The Navagraha Candle Set is one of the most versatile spiritual gifts — appropriate for housewarming, birthdays, wedding hampers, or as a supportive gesture for someone going through a difficult transit like Shani Sade Sati.
What is a Beej mantra?
A Beej (seed) mantra is a short, syllabic sound formula assigned to a deity or planet in Vedic tradition. It is considered the sonic essence of the planet's energy. Each candle in this set has its planet's Beej mantra inscribed on the wax.
Can I use these candles without knowing astrology?
Absolutely. The included ritual instruction card tells you which candle to light on which day, the relevant mantra, and the intention to hold. No astrological background is required for basic practice.
How should I extinguish the candle?
Use a candle snuffer. In Vedic tradition, blowing out a flame with breath is considered inauspicious as it disturbs the ritual energy. A snuffer is the correct tool.
Where should I store the candles?
Store upright in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. Keep them separated so the colours and inscriptions remain intact.
Does DivineTatva offer COD?
Yes. Cash on delivery is available across India. No prepayment is required. Delivery typically takes 3–5 business days.
Reviewed by the DivineTatva expert panel
Written and reviewed by DivineTatva's consulting Vedic astrologer. Every piece is lab-certified and energised in our Jaipur atelier. Last updated 16 June 2026.