Shatabhisha Nakshatra (शतभिषा)
Sanskrit: Śatabhiṣā
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Quick Facts
Sanskrit
Śatabhiṣā
Number
24 of 27
Ruling Planet
Rahu (राहु)
Deity
Varuna
Symbol
Empty circle / 100 flowers
Animal
Female Horse
Gana
Rakshasa
Nadi
Vata
Yoni
Horse
Varna
Butcher
Rashi
Kumbh (Aquarius)
Degrees
6°40' – 20°00' Aquarius
Lucky Color
Blue Green
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Gem
Hessonite (Gomed)
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Personality
Mystical, healing, and unconventionally wise. Shatabhisha means 'hundred healers' — these natives are the secretive mystics, healers, and truth-seekers. Ruled by Varuna (cosmic waters), they see the big picture but often keep their insights to themselves.
Gana
Rakshasa
intense, fiercely independent, unafraid of confrontation, often born to break patterns and pierce illusion.
Nadi
Vata
Vata dosha (air + ether) — fast-moving, creative, imaginative, with a tendency toward restlessness and dryness when imbalanced.
Presiding Deity
Varuna
the god of cosmic waters and moral order — he binds and releases, judges with deep wisdom.
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Strengths
- Healing abilities (natural or learned)
- Deep wisdom about life's mysteries
- Independent and unconventional thinking
- Research and investigation skills
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Challenges
- Loneliness and isolation
- Secretive to a fault
- Difficulty with intimacy
- Addictive tendencies when stressed
Challenges are not flaws — they are the edges where Shatabhisha natives grow. Awareness turns them into strengths.
Shatabhisha in Career & Work
Excel in medicine, healing arts, astrology, occult sciences, research, technology, astronomy, pharmacy, and any field involving mysteries or waters.
Careers that suit Shatabhisha natives
Dharmic tip: Rahu-ruled natives do best when their work honors their gana (Rakshasa) — a Rakshasa nature thrives when their livelihood has meaning beyond mere income.
Shatabhisha in Love & Relationships
Mysterious and slow to open up. They need a partner who respects their privacy and independence. Deep, soulful connections once trust is built.
Compatibility note: Nakshatras with complementary gana and nadi are classically favored in Ashtakoot matching. Shatabhisha (Rakshasa, Vata) often pairs harmoniously with nakshatras that balance rather than amplify its vata tendencies — but a full kundli comparison matters more than any single factor. Always consult your birth chart for specifics.
Famous People in Shatabhisha Nakshatra
- Many notable healers and doctors
- Several renowned astrologers
- Celebrated scientists
Public figures reportedly born under Shatabhisha nakshatra. Birth-chart attributions vary by source and exact birth time.
Krishna's Guidance for Shatabhisha Natives
Krishna reaches into Shatabhisha's solitude: your secrets protect you, but they also isolate you. BG 9.1 reveals the most confidential knowledge — to the devoted. Let your healing flow outward; the hundred healers within you were never meant for you alone.
BG 9.1
“I shall now declare to you, who are free from envy, the most confidential knowledge and realization, by which you shall be relieved of material existence.”
Shatabhisha Nakshatra — Common Questions
What makes Shatabhisha nakshatra unique?
Shatabhisha (शतभिषा) is the 24th of the 27 nakshatras, spanning 6°40' – 20°00' Aquarius. Its presiding deity is Varuna and its ruling planet is Rahu. Mystical, healing, and unconventionally wise. Shatabhisha means 'hundred healers' — these natives are the secretive mystics, healers, and truth-seekers. Ruled by Varuna (cosmic waters), they see the big picture but often keep their insights to themselves.
What is the ruling planet of Shatabhisha nakshatra?
Shatabhisha nakshatra is ruled by Rahu (राहु) in the Vimshottari Dasha system — Rahu is the north lunar node — ambition, foreign horizons, and unconventional drive. This colors the major life periods of natives born under this star.
Who is the deity of Shatabhisha nakshatra?
Varuna presides over Shatabhisha nakshatra — the god of cosmic waters and moral order — he binds and releases, judges with deep wisdom. Worshipping or meditating on this deity is considered especially beneficial for Shatabhisha natives.
What is the best career for Shatabhisha nakshatra natives?
Excel in medicine, healing arts, astrology, occult sciences, research, technology, astronomy, pharmacy, and any field involving mysteries or waters. A Rahu-ruled Rakshasa nakshatra tends to flourish where its core traits (healing abilities (natural or learned), deep wisdom about life's mysteries) find honest expression.
Is Shatabhisha nakshatra auspicious?
Every nakshatra carries divine purpose — none is inherently "bad." Shatabhisha, ruled by Rahu under the deity Varuna, brings distinct gifts (healing abilities (natural or learned)) and distinct lessons (loneliness and isolation). Krishna teaches in BG 18.47 that one's own dharma, even imperfectly lived, is better than another's — honor your nakshatra rather than compare it.
Explore Other Nakshatras
Dhanishta
धनिष्ठा
Wealthy, rhythmic, and performance-driven. Dhanishta means 'the wealthiest' — ruled by the Vasus (gods of abundance), these natives attract prosperity and excel in performance, music, and leadership. They have a natural rhythm that carries them through life.
Read guidePurva Bhadrapada
पूर्व भाद्रपद
Intense, transformative, and spiritually fiery. Purva Bhadrapada natives carry the energy of cosmic transformation — they face intense inner experiences, hold strong convictions, and often walk the path between the material and spiritual worlds with fierce dedication.
Read guideShravana
श्रवण
Attentive, scholarly, and devotional. Shravana means 'to hear' — these natives are the listeners, the learners, the keepers of sacred knowledge. Ruled by Vishnu, they carry a natural reverence for tradition, stories, and the spoken word.
Read guideUttara Bhadrapada
उत्तर भाद्रपद
Deep, wise, and contemplatively compassionate. Uttara Bhadrapada natives carry ancient wisdom — ruled by the serpent of the depths, they have the patience of the ocean and the insight of sages. They prefer solitude, reflection, and meaningful work over superficial success.
Read guideUttara Ashadha
उत्तराषाढ़ा
Principled, enduring, and victoriously ethical. Uttara Ashadha means 'the final undefeated' — these natives win through integrity and persistence, not just ambition. Ruled by the Vishvadevas (universal gods), they carry a sense of universal dharma.
Read guideRevati
रेवती
Nurturing, guiding, and softly luminous. Revati is the final nakshatra — its natives are the shepherds of souls, the gentle guides who help others find their way home. Ruled by Pushan (protector of travelers), they carry innate kindness, a love of animals, and an otherworldly sweetness.
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Lucky gem for Shatabhisha: Hessonite (Gomed)