Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Shatabhisha means 'hundred healers' — the star of healing, mystery and independence. Ruled by Rahu with Varuna as deity, its natives are private, unconventional and drawn to healing, science and hidden knowledge.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Rahu |
| Deity | Varuna (god of cosmic waters & order) |
| Symbol | Empty circle / 100 healers |
| Gana | Rakshasa (fierce) |
| Gender | Neutral |
| Nadi | Adi (Vata) |
| Yoni (animal) | Horse |
| Sign & span | 6°40'–20°00' Aquarius |
Key traits
- Independent, private and unconventional
- Healing and scientific instincts
- Analytical and secretive
- Can be reclusive or stubborn
Career & strengths
Medicine and healing, science and research, astrology, technology, and any investigative or mystical field suit Shatabhisha.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Rahu (see the Rahu remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Varuna
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month