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Shani (Saturn)

Shani (Saturn) is the planet of karma and justice. It is the significator of discipline, patience, hard work, responsibility, longevity, the working class and long-term results. Saturn gives late, but what it gives lasts. In the birth chart, Saturn shows how much a person learns through effort and patience.

SignificationsKarma, discipline, hard work, longevity, service
Own SignMakar (Capricorn), Kumbh (Aquarius)
Exalted InTula (Libra)
Debilitated InMesh (Aries)
FriendsBudh (Mercury), Shukra (Venus)
EnemiesSurya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangal (Mars)
DaySaturday
ColourBlue / Black

A Strong Shani

People with a strong Saturn are disciplined, hard-working, practical and players for the long run. They succeed in administration, law, construction, mining, iron, oil and the service sector.

A Weak Shani

A weak Saturn may bring laziness, delays or a lack of discipline. A regular daily routine, honest hard work and service to those in need strengthen it naturally.

Shani Dasha

The mahadasha of Saturn lasts 19 years. This period is a time of hard work, responsibility, patience and the fruits of karma; whoever works honestly finds lasting success in this dasha.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sade Sati?

When Saturn in transit passes through the 12th, 1st and 2nd houses from your Moon sign, that period of about seven and a half years is called Sade Sati. It is a time of hard work and learning, not something to fear — many people achieve great success during this very period.

In which sign is Saturn exalted?

Saturn is exalted in Tula (Libra) and debilitated in Mesh (Aries). Its own signs are Makar (Capricorn) and Kumbh (Aquarius).

Other Planets

Surya (Sun)Chandra (Moon)Mangal (Mars)Budh (Mercury)Guru (Jupiter)Shukra (Venus)Shani (Saturn)Rahu (North Node)Ketu (South Node)