Saturn in Vedic astrology
Saturn — longevity, discipline, grief, service.
Saturn is the kāraka — the natural significator — of longevity, discipline, grief, service. It is a natural malefic, ruling Capricorn and Aquarius, exalted in Libra and debilitated in Aries.
Saturn at a glance
- Signifies (kāraka)
- longevity, discipline, grief, service
- Nature
- Natural malefic
- Owns (Swakṣetra)
- Capricorn, Aquarius
- Exalted in
- Libra
- Debilitated in
- Aries
- Gemstone
- Blue Sapphire (Neelam)
- Metal
- Silver or iron
- Day
- Saturday
- Deity
- Shani Dev / Bhairava / Hanuman
Traditional remedies for Saturn
When Saturn needs strengthening, the classical dāna (offerings) are urad (black gram), iron, mustard oil, sesame (til), black cloth, and its deity is Shani Dev / Bhairava / Hanuman.
Traditional cultural guidance only — never medical, financial or guaranteed advice. A gemstone in particular should match your own chart before it is worn.
Where is Saturn in your chart?
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