19 Years Period

Saturn Mahadasha

Shani (शनि) Dasha

Natural malefic, karmic teacher, brings discipline and delays

Duration: 19 Years Day: Saturday Deity: Lord Shani

Duration

19 Years

Gemstone

Blue Sapphire

Ruling Day

Saturday

Deity

Shani

What Saturn Signifies in Vedic Astrology

Saturn (Shani) represents the following aspects of life. During Saturn Mahadasha, these areas become prominent and require attention.

Karma
Discipline
Old age
Servants
Labor
Chronic diseases
Delays
Justice
Longevity

Nakshatras Ruled by Saturn

Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada - People born in these nakshatras start their Vimshottari Dasha cycle with Saturn Mahadasha.

Positive Effects

  • Karmic rewards for past good deeds
  • Gains through hard work and perseverance
  • Real estate and property gains
  • Success in systematic, disciplined work
  • Longevity and stable health
  • Success in politics and public service
  • Gains from land, oil, minerals

Challenging Effects

  • Delays and obstacles in all matters
  • Chronic health issues
  • Depression and loneliness
  • Financial constraints
  • Job loss or career setbacks
  • Troubles from servants and lower staff
  • Legal troubles and imprisonment

Career During Saturn Mahadasha

Saturn Mahadasha brings career success through hard work and patience. May involve slow but steady progress. Excellent for careers in law, real estate, agriculture, and mining. Avoid shortcuts.

Favorable Career Fields

Law Mining Agriculture Real estate Politics Labor Judiciary

Health During Saturn Mahadasha

Body Parts Governed by Saturn

Bones Teeth Knees Legs Nervous system Skin

Health Concerns to Watch

  • Chronic diseases
  • Bone and joint problems
  • Depression
  • Skin diseases
  • Dental issues
  • Knee problems

Health Advice

Maintain regular health routines. Calcium and vitamin D supplements may help. Mental health support is important. Avoid cold and damp conditions.

Relationships During Saturn Mahadasha

Saturn Mahadasha can bring delays in marriage or relationships. May attract older partners. Tests commitment and loyalty. Long-lasting relationships if you persevere.

Relationship Tips

  • Practice patience in relationships
  • Don't rush marriage decisions
  • Serve elders and poor
  • Maintain discipline in commitments

Remedies for Saturn Mahadasha

Recommended Remedies

  1. 1 Wear Blue Sapphire ONLY after trial and consultation
  2. 2 Worship Lord Shani or Lord Hanuman
  3. 3 Donate black items on Saturdays - sesame, iron, oil
  4. 4 Chant Shani mantra or Hanuman Chalisa
  5. 5 Fast on Saturdays (Shanivar Vrat)
  6. 6 Serve the poor, elderly, and disabled
  7. 7 Avoid alcohol and non-vegetarian food on Saturdays

Saturn Mantra

"Om Praam Preem Praum Sah Shanaischaraya Namah"

Chant 108 times daily, preferably on Saturdays

Gemstone

Blue Sapphire (Neelam) - Wear on Saturday after proper energization. Learn more

Favorable Placements

  • Saturn in Libra (exalted)
  • Saturn in 3rd, 6th, 10th, 11th house
  • Saturn in own signs Capricorn/Aquarius
  • Saturn with Mercury or Venus

Challenging Placements

  • Saturn in Aries (debilitated)
  • Sade Sati period
  • Saturn in 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, 12th house
  • Saturn with Sun or Mars

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