Devotee:
Guru ji, Pranam (Salutations).
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Pranam, Baba, Pranam.
Devotee:
We have been hearing from you about the Ten Mahavidyas and their relationship with the nine planets. Today, we would like to know about the planet Shukra (Venus).
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Look, Shukra (Venus) is the planet of desire and passion. If Venus is weak in a person's life, then their family life and spiritual path can be ruined. This is why we give special importance to Venus.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
When we talk about Venus, we refer to Shukracharya (the Guru of the Asuras). He possesses the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra. He has the power to bestow it or withhold it as he pleases. Historically, there was a war between the Gods (Devas) and the Demons (Asuras). Shukracharya was the Guru of the Asuras, while Brihaspati was the Guru of the Devas.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Shukracharya alone possesses the "Amrita" (nectar of immortality). The Mahamrityunjaya Yagya we performed was dedicated to him because he is the lord of Venus. In the human body, women have eggs (Dimbanu) and men have sperm (Shukranu). If Venus is weak or debilitated (Neecha) at the time of birth—meaning it lacks strength or degrees—it causes significant problems in married life.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
The primary function of Venus is procreation. If someone's Venus is low, they struggle to have children. This is why we emphasize the strength of Venus so much. If Venus is joined with the Sun (Ravi), it creates Daridra Yoga (a combination indicating poverty).
Devotee:
So, it leads to debt in all directions?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Yes. You will notice that the Asuras (demons) often have many children, whereas among us Hindus, there are often fewer children. One reason for this is a lack of Venus strength. Venus resides in the Shukranu (sperm); everyone knows that without healthy Venus, one cannot have children.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
If Venus is weak or lacks degrees at birth, we advise worshipping Maa Bhuvaneshwari. She is the Goddess of the Universe (Bhuvaneshwari). Worshipping her and performing her rituals increases the strength of Venus.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
There is also a ritual of donation for Venus. On Fridays, one should donate rice, rock sugar (Mishri), yogurt (Dahi), white sandalwood, and milk. If you can combine these—rice, rock sugar, milk, yogurt, sandalwood—and especially ghee, it is very beneficial.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
There is a saying: "Rinam Kritva Ghritam Pibet" (Even if you have to take a debt, consume ghee). Why? Because ghee increases Venus. In the past, everyone consumed a lot of ghee. Nowadays, quality is hard to find, but ghee remains excellent for Venus.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
If you donate these items on a Friday—rice, white sandalwood, yogurt, milk, and ghee—to a Kali temple or any temple of the Ten Mahavidyas in the name of Maa Bhuvaneshwari, the negative effects of Venus are greatly reduced. These donations are sufficient to mitigate the flaws.
Devotee:
This should be done on a Friday?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Yes, on a Friday. Donate rice, rock sugar, yogurt, milk, white sandalwood, and ghee. Go to a temple, mention your name and lineage (Gotra) to the priest, and offer these in the name of Maa Bhuvaneshwari. This satisfies Venus.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
If Venus is absent or weak, there is unrest in the household. Conversely, if someone has a very strong Venus, they can even attain a vision of God. If Venus is high, has many degrees, and is not afflicted by other malefic planets, it is incredibly powerful. Its presiding deity is Maa Bhuvaneshwari.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
For those who lack Venus strength, we sometimes suggest wearing a diamond (Heera). However, a diamond does not suit everyone. If other planets are poorly placed, a diamond can actually turn someone into a beggar. I have personally asked many people to remove their diamonds because they lost everything after wearing one. You must consult a very experienced astrologer before wearing a diamond.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
As I mentioned, the combination of Venus and Sun leads to poverty. But if Venus is strong and well-placed, it brings abundance and children. Maa Bhuvaneshwari's mantra consists of three syllables: "Aam Hreem Kroom Shreemat Bhuvaneshwaryai Swaha Namah." This is the mantra of the three-syllable Mother, the deity of Venus.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Regarding the gemstone, as I said, it must be worn with great caution. We also provide certain herbal roots (Shekor) here which are very helpful. We provide mantras and roots, and many people have benefited.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
When people struggle to have children due to low sperm count in men or egg issues in women, we perform Yagyas (sacred fire rituals). We offer a "Homa-banana" (consecrated fruit) to the couple after the ritual. I have seen many cases where children were born after this process.
Devotee:
Does Venus affect women in the same way?
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Absolutely. For women, it manifests as the health of the eggs (Dimbanu). This "seed" or vital force is under the control of Shukracharya. That is why on Fridays, offering those six items—rock sugar, rice, white sandalwood, milk, yogurt, and ghee—to Maa Bhuvaneshwari is so effective. It increases the "Shukra" or vital force.
Devotee:
Thank you, Guru ji. Pranam.
Guru Shyama Khyapa:
Pranam.
Narrator:
In the upcoming episodes, we will learn about the remaining planets from Guru ji. To our friends watching, please subscribe to our channel, and like and share these videos. Pranam.
Narrator:
(Closing Mantra Chant): Om Draam Dreem Droum Sah Shukraya Namah. Om Draam Dreem Droum Sah Shukraya Namah. Om Draam Dreem Droum Sah Shukraya Namah.