Shatabhisha Nakshatra

Shatabhisha nakshatra (Aquarius 6°40′–20°) is ruled by Rahu, with Varuna (god of cosmic waters & law) as its presiding deity and empty circle / hundred healers as its symbol. Shatabhisha, 'the hundred healers', is the cosmic circle — ruled by Rahu and presided over by Varuna, god of the waters and cosmic law. It is the nakshatra of healing, mysticism and solitude. Natives are independent, secretive and unconventional, drawn to healing, research and hidden truths; they think outside the circle and often work best alone.

Personality & traits

Shatabhisha, 'the hundred healers', is the cosmic circle — ruled by Rahu and presided over by Varuna, god of the waters and cosmic law. It is the nakshatra of healing, mysticism and solitude. Natives are independent, secretive and unconventional, drawn to healing, research and hidden truths; they think outside the circle and often work best alone.

Career & profession

Medicine and healing, research and science, astrology and the occult, technology, aviation and space, and reform-minded or unconventional work.

Love, marriage & compatibility

Private and independent, Shatabhisha natives need solitude and freedom, and can seem aloof in love. With a patient partner who respects their mystery, they form deep, unconventional and surprisingly loyal bonds.

Strengths

Healing and research ability; Independent, original thinking; Mystical insight.

Challenges

Secrecy and isolation; Stubborn aloofness; Loneliness.

Remedies

Worship Varuna and pacify Rahu; balance solitude with connection, and use healing gifts in service of others.

Who is the ruling planet (lord) of Shatabhisha nakshatra?

Shatabhisha nakshatra is ruled by Rahu in the Vimshottari dasha system.

What is the deity and symbol of Shatabhisha?

The presiding deity of Shatabhisha is Varuna (god of cosmic waters & law) and its symbol is Empty circle / hundred healers.

Which rashi (zodiac sign) is Shatabhisha nakshatra in?

Shatabhisha spans Aquarius 6°40′–20°. Its gana is Rakshasa, nadi Vata, and yoni Horse.

What are the name-starting syllables (akshar) for Shatabhisha?

The four padas of Shatabhisha begin with the syllables Go, Sa, Si, Su.