Astrology Lessons - Saturn Significations (Shani Karakatvas)

1. Primary Characteristics of Saturn

• Nature: Malefic planet, Air element, Tamasic quality, Neuter planet.
• Direction: West.
• Gemstone: Blue Sapphire (Neelam).
• Color: Black or Dark Blue.
• Deity: Lord Yama / Lord Venkateswara (in Kali Yuga).

2. Table of Saturn's Significations

3. Special Aspects of Saturn

Delay: Saturn causes delays in the results of the house he occupies or aspects. For example, in the 7th house, he may delay marriage; in the 10th house, a career may settle late. However, the result provided is usually permanent.

Sade Sati (Elinaati Shani): The 7.5-year period when Saturn transits the 12th, 1st, and 2nd houses from the Moon sign is called Sade Sati. It introduces a person to hardships and provides maturity.