Nakshatra Shanti is a fire ceremony ritual that is performed to seek the blessings of the Janma Nakshatra deities for a peaceful life and a fruitful year. It is also known as Janma Nakshatra Shanti.
Here are some details about Nakshatra Shanti:
When to perform
Nakshatra Shanti is performed on the birth nakshatra every year. It can also be performed on the day of the nakshatra each month.
What it includes
Nakshatra Shanti includes the following homams and pujas:
Ayushya homa for longevity
Mrityunjaya homa for good health and to get rid of chronic ailments
Navagraha Dosha/graha shanti puja
Sapta Chiranjeevi Puja/homa
Benefits
Nakshatra Shanti is said to provide protection and better results throughout the year.
Types of Nakshatra Pujas
There are two types of Nakshatra Pujas: Gand Mool Nakshatra Shanti Puja and Nakshatra Puja. Gand Mool Nakshatra Shanti Puja is performed for people born in a Gand Mool Nakshatra. Nakshatra Puja is performed for people born in other Nakshatras