Nakshatra 24 / 27नक्षत्र

Shatabhisha

शतभिषा

The hundred healers — secrets within the circle.

Position

Aquarius 6°40' – 20°

Kumbha (Aquarius)

Ruling planet

Rahu

Presiding deity

Varuna (the cosmic-water god)

Symbol

Empty circle / 100 stars / 100 healers

Yoni (animal-spirit)

horse (female)

Used in marriage compatibility

Gana / Nadi

Rakshasa (intense) · Adi (Vata)

Personality of Shatabhisha natives

Healers, mystics, those drawn to esoteric and unconventional sciences. Shatabhisha natives often work alone or in small circles and prefer privacy. Astrologers, alternative-medicine practitioners, scientists working at the frontier.

Auspicious for

  • ✓Healing / alternative medicine
  • ✓Astrological / esoteric work
  • ✓Solitary research

Traditionally avoided

  • ✗Public marriage / large weddings