Can We Buy New Things, Footwear or Black Clothes On Saturday?

Things not to do on Saturday and things not to buy on Saturday. Know can we buy new things on Saturday, such as buy new clothes on Saturday or use mustard oil on Saturday or buying iron on Saturday.

Things not to buy on Saturday

  1. Oil – One should never buy Oil on Saturday, primarily mustard oil or vegetable oil. Buying oil on Saturdays is an indication of illness and/or it may increases the chances of contracting a disease. However, people undergoing Shani Sade Sati should donate some mustard­ oil or meals cooked in mustard oil to the needy ones.
  2. Iron – Iron is related to Lord Shani and hence buying iron on Saturday is not considered auspicious. It can bring ill luck and it could affect the relationship with family members, primarily wife and in-laws. Donating iron items is considered auspicious to seek the blessings from Lord Shani.
  3. Broom – Broom should not be bought on Saturdays and Tuesdays. Doing so may result in poverty and can affect the financial stability. In Hinduism, buying a new broom on Saturday upsets Laxmi Mata (Goddess of Wealth).
  4. Salt – Buying salt should be avoided on Saturday because doing so can lead to financial loss and debt accumulation. It can lower your business profit and increase debts. It is advised that people dealing with stock market should never buy salt on Saturdays as it can bring sudden loss to them.
  5. Scissors – Not just buying, one should not use scissors on Saturdays. It can lead to fights with your family members and close friends.
  6. Black Shoes – People should avoid wearing (if possible) and buying black shoes on Saturdays. It is considered unlucky and results in business and career failures.
  7. Ink – Never purchase blue ink and black ink on Saturdays. Buying ink on Saturday is a sign of failure and invites bad fortune. People with weak Shani in Kundli should avoid using blue ink/black ink on Saturdays.
  8. Black Sesame Seeds – Buying black sesame seeds on Saturdays is said to bring bad luck. However it can be used for hawan and puja.