Shatabhisha Nakshatra

The Nakshatra which spreads from 6 degrees 40 minutes to 20 degrees of Kumbha Rashi is called Shatabhisha (शतभिषा). This is the 24th Nakshatra in Vedic Astronomy. In Modern Astronomy, Shatabhisha corresponds to γ Aquarii Sadachbia. 

Characteristics

Traits of those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra are:

• Independent-minded
• Active
• Dignified behavior
• Idealistic
• Charitable
• Capable of defeating opponents
• Adventurous
• Courage to talk openly
• Many enemies
• Traditional
• Interest in occult
• Spiritual
• Helpful
• More attached to mother
• Honest
• Brave 

Mantra

ॐ वरुणाय नमः

om varunaya namah'

Click below to listen to Shatabhisha Nakshatra Mantra 

Unfavorable Nakshatras

• Uttara Bhadrapada
• Ashwini
• Krittika
• Uttara Phalguni Kanya Rashi
• Hasta
• Chitra Kanya Rashi

Those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra should avoid important events on these days and also avoid partnership with those belonging to these Nakshatras. 

Health issues

Those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra are prone to these health issues:

• Arthritis
• High Blood Pressure
• Heart problems
• Leg fracture
• Eczema
• Leprosy 

Suitable career

Some of the suitable careers for those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra are:

• Astrology
• Scientist
• Electricity related
• Nuclear science
• Aviation
• Wind energy
• Mechanic
• Laboratory
• Leather
• Statistics
• Public distribution
• Prison officer
• Translator
• Interpreter
• Secret agent 

Can Shatabhisha Nakshatra wear diamond?

Yes 

Lucky stone

Gomeda (Hessonite) 

Favorable colors

Black 

Names for Shatabhisha Nakshatra

The starting letter of the name as per Avakahadadi system for Shatabhisha Nakshatra is:

• First charana - गो (Go)
• Second charana - सा (Sa)
• Third charana - सी (Si)
• Fourth charana - सू (Su)

These letters can be used for the traditional Nakshatra name kept at the time of the naming ceremony.

In some communities, the names of the grandparents are kept during the naming ceremony. There is no harm in following that system.

Shastra prescribes that the official name kept for records and all practical purposes should be different from this. It is called Vyavaharika nama. The Nakshatra name as per the above system should be known only to close family members.

Letters that you should avoid in the official name for those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra are - ए, ऐ, ह, अं, क्ष, त, थ, द, ध, न (e, ai, ha, am, ksha, ta, tha, da, dha, na) 

Marriage

Marriage, in general, will be happy and prosperous. Women born in Shatabhisha may face difficulties in marriage. 

Remedies

Periods of Surya, Shani, and Ketu are generally unfavorable for those born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra. They may perform the following remedies.

• Perform Rahu Shanti Homa
• Perform Shani Shanti Homa
• Listen to this Rahu Mantra every day
• Listen to this Shani Mantra every day 

Shatabhisha Nakshatra

• Lord - Varuna
• Ruling planet - Rahu
• Animal - Horse
• Tree - Burflower tree (Anthocephalus candamba)
• Bird - Peacock 
• Bhuta - Akasha
• Gana - Asura
• Yoni - Horse (Female)
• Nadi - Adya
• Symbol - Circle

Knowledge Bank

What are the similarities between Kulasekara Alwar and Sri Rama?

Both Lord Rama and Kulasekara Alwar were Kshatriyas. They were both born in Punarvasu Nakshatra and abandoned the throne.

What is the theme of Bhagavata?

Bhagavata narrates the greatness of the avataras of Lord Vishnu. Bhagavata is written with the purpose that it should generate bhakti in the listener.