Navathaniyam literally means “nine grains” (Nava = nine, Dhanyam = grains). It is a traditional sacred grain set widely used in Hindu rituals, poojas, Navagraha worship, and also valued nutritionally in traditional diets.
Navathaniyam represents the nine planets (Navagrahas) and is commonly offered during temple rituals, homams, weddings, housewarming (Grahapravesam), and Navagraha shanti poojas.
The grains may be used as-is, sprouted, or grown in soil during rituals.
Product Name: Navathaniyam / Navadhanyam
Form: Whole raw grains (sometimes sprouting quality)
Colour: Mixed (varies by grain)
Category: Ritual grains / Traditional food grains
Pack Size: Usually 250 g – 1 kg (combined)
Shelf Life: 6–12 months (dry & airtight storage)
| Planet (Navagraha) | Grain Name (Tamil) | English Name |
|---|---|---|
| Sun (Surya) | கோதுமை | Wheat |
| Moon (Chandra) | நெல் | Paddy / Rice |
| Mars (Sevvai) | துவரை | Red gram (Toor dal) |
| Mercury (Budhan) | பச்சைப்பயறு | Green gram (Moong) |
| Jupiter (Guru) | கொண்டைக்கடலை | Chickpea |
| Venus (Sukran) | மொச்சை | Field bean |
| Saturn (Sani) | எள்ளு | Sesame seeds |
| Rahu | உளுந்து | Black gram |
| Ketu | கொள்ளு | Horse gram |
? Grain combinations may vary slightly by regional tradition, but the concept of nine sacred grains remains the same.
Used in Navagraha pooja
Sown and grown during rituals to symbolize prosperity & planetary balance
Offered in temples and religious ceremonies
Represents fertility, abundance, and life
Symbolizes harmony between nature, food, and cosmic forces
Individually, these grains are staples in South Indian diets
Rich in protein, fiber, minerals, and energy
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Tamil | நவதானியம் (Navathaniyam) |
| Sanskrit | नवधान्य (Navadhanyam) |
| Hindi | नव धान्य / नव अन्न |
| Telugu | నవధాన్యాలు (Navadhanyalu) |
| Kannada | ನವಧಾನ್ಯ (Navadhanya) |
| Malayalam | നവധാന്യം (Navadhanyam) |
| English | Nine sacred grains / Nine grains |
Navagraha grains
Navadhanyam set
Pooja grains set
Nine grains pack
Sprouting: Grains soaked and grown during pooja
Kalasa Placement: Placed near deity or Navagraha idols
Post-pooja Use: Sometimes cooked or donated (as per tradition)
Navathaniyam = Nine sacred grains
Strongly linked to Navagraha worship
Used in poojas, homams & auspicious functions
Symbolizes prosperity, balance & nourishment
Known by many regional names across India
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