Sathabhisa – The Empty Circle

Sathabhisa (6.40-20.00 Aquarius) is governed by Varuna, the God of the Cosmic Waters. Also called the ‘veiling star’, Sathabhisa stands for the betterment of the human state, ruled by the node of Rahu. In fact, Sathabhisa forms the climactic state of Rahu’s functioning.

The spelling is also Sathabhisak, which implies ‘a hundred physicians’ or ‘a hundred medicines’ or ‘made of a hundred healers’. Alternatively, the other term for Sathabhisa is Shatataraka or ‘a hundred stars’, as the astrologers saw the constellation as comprised of hundred stars.

Behavioral Characteristics

The single and most important aspect that separates Sathabhisa from other nakshatras is secrecy, although there are other nakshatras like Anuradha, Purvashadha and Jyestha can be secretive too. In fact, Sathabhisa derives its life force from the power of concealment. This asterism seeks that which is hidden and gains power from it, just as there are lots of things hidden in the chest of the ocean. Sathabhisa is concerned with the electronic media which is based on deception and secretiveness.

With a suspicious perspective, Sathabhisa takes time to acclimatize itself to situations, although this makes them stay on guard, and being highly secretive, others often find it difficult to approach them. This makes Sathabhisa natives reclusive to a good extent. They are also introverts and eccentric. Solving puzzles and uncovering truths come easily to them. To get to the heart of things, Sathabhisa takes on an unflinching and silent stance. Often, they blurt the unpleasant truth at inopportune moments.

Frank speech may at times hinder achievement for Sathabhisa. A strong influence of this constellation makes them lack education in their childhood. They have their own set of rules to follow and their coldness entirely suppresses their emotions. Sathabhisa marks the culminating energy of the element of air which makes them core intellectuals and philosophers.

Lack of traditional charm and beauty however hardly robs the appeal of Sathabhisa that has a shy disposition with a tendency to explode frequently. They are vulnerable, enterprising and moderate. ‘Bheshaja shakti’ or ‘power to heal’ embodies the call of this nakshatra.

Quarters or Padas

Sagittarius Navamsa (6.40–10.00 Aquarius): This quarter is ruled by Jupiter. It is characterized by luck, optimism, and philanthropy, cause-specific

Capricorn Navamsa (10.00-13.20 Aquarius): This quarter is ruled by Saturn. It is characterized by organization, practicality, ambition

Aquarius Navamsa (13.20-16.40 Aquarius): This quarter is ruled by Saturn. It is characterized by vision, philosophy, rebelliousness, eccentricity

Pisces Navamsa (16.40–20.00 Aquarius): This quarter is ruled by Jupiter. It is characterized by illusion, expansiveness, compassion, holistic healing

Gana: Sathabhisa is a ‘rakshasa’/demonic nakshatra, since all its presiding deity seeks secrecy and may be negative in their approach in dispelling atachments.

Favorable Activities

Business dealing, contracts, real estate, education, knowledge, recreation, vehicle, biking, traveling, astronomy, astrology, medicine, rejuvenation therapy, marine, technology

Unfavorable Activities

Beginning, childbirth, marriage, fertility healing, lawsuit, arguments, sociability, finance, clothes and accessories, household chores

Measures for Remedy

Sathabhisa natives should worship Lord Shiva and chant the root mantra “Om Lam” 108 times during the lunar transition of this nakshatra to alleviate afflictions. Wearing electric colors and neon blue is also recommended. All important actions should correspond to the course of this constellation for best results.

Miscellaneous

In the words of Varahamihira, the lunar influence gives Sathabhisa harsh and cruel speech. Independence in thought often makes them act without regarding its consequences. Rock star Elvis Presley is a typical Sathabhisa native.