Shani is one of the Navagraha of Jyotiṣa. The word shani also denotes the seventh day or Saturday in most Indian languages. Shani is a deva and son of Surya and his wife Chhaya, hence also known as Chayyaputra. Shani is also known as the lord of masses and his blessings are thus considered very in an individual's horoscope for bestowing him with mass following and popularity.