The most famous version of the Shani Mahatmya centers on , a legendary and righteous ruler of Ujjain.
Seeking a is common among devotees who wish to recite this sacred story on Saturdays—the day dedicated to Shani Dev—to mitigate the effects of bad karma and seek spiritual growth. Core Story: The Trial of King Vikramaditya
: Offended by the king’s arrogance, Shani Dev appears and warns him that he will soon experience the king's Sade Sati .
: The story of Ravana trying to imprison the planets to ensure his son's invincibility, only for Shani to thwart the plan by shifting his position slightly.