Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Shatabhisha is nakshatra number 24. It is ruled by Rahu and falls in Aquarius. Its symbol, empty circle, points to the core instinct of people born under it.
Key facts
| # | 24 |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra lord | Rahu |
| Rashi | Aquarius |
| Symbol | Empty circle |
| Presiding deity | Varuna |
| Gana | Rakshasa |
| Yoni | Horse |
| Nadi | Antya |
| Span | 306°40′ – 320°0′ |
The four padas (navamsa)
Every nakshatra is divided into four padas of 3°20′, and each pada falls in a navamsa sign. The pada of birth decides the naming syllable and the finer shades of temperament.
| Pada | Navamsa sign | Ruling planet |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sagittarius | Jupiter |
| 2 | Capricorn | Saturn |
| 3 | Aquarius | Saturn (Uranus) |
| 4 | Pisces | Jupiter (Neptune) |
Personality traits
People born in Shatabhisha carry a strong imprint of Rahu. They tend to hold clear goals and to go unusually deep into whatever holds their interest. The Aquarius placement governs how quickly they commit to a decision.
Career and work
The fields signified by Rahu suit these natives best, and roles that allow independent judgement give them the most satisfaction.
What the deity and gana mean
Shatabhisha's presiding deity is Varuna, and its gana is Rakshasa. The gana describes the basic disposition — Dev gana is gentle and cooperative, Manushya balanced and practical, Rakshasa firm and direct. The yoni is horse, which indicates instinctive compatibility, and the nadi is Antya, which carries the heaviest weight in kundali matching.
Favourable activities
Following the nature of Rahu, Shatabhisha is considered favourable for starting travel, study, new undertakings and anything signified by Rahu. Which weekday the nakshatra falls on also matters when fixing a muhurta.
Role in kundali matching
Four of the eight kootas — Tara, Yoni, Gana and Nadi — come directly from the nakshatra, which is 21 of the 36 gunas. For Shatabhisha the yoni is horse, the gana Rakshasa and the nadi Antya, and matching works off exactly those. Note that when both people share the same nadi, all 8 nadi points drop to zero.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the lord of Shatabhisha nakshatra?
Shatabhisha is ruled by Rahu and lies in Aquarius.
Is being born in Shatabhisha auspicious?
No nakshatra is inauspicious in itself. The outcome depends on the Moon's strength and the rest of the chart.
How many gunas does the nakshatra decide?
Tara (3), Yoni (4), Gana (6) and Nadi (8) — 21 of the 36 gunas come from the nakshatra.