In Vedic astrology, Saturn (Shani) governs discipline, hard work, longevity, justice, karma, delay, detachment and the masses. Where it sits in your birth chart colours an entire area of life. Choose a house below to read how Saturn behaves there — its strengths, its challenges, and the traditional remedies.
Exalted in: Libra
Debilitated in: Aries
Own sign: Capricorn & Aquarius
Day: Saturday
Gem: Blue Sapphire (Neelam)
Mantra: Om Sham Shanaischaraya Namah
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Saturn in the 1st House
Self & Personality
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Saturn in the 2nd House
Wealth & Family
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Saturn in the 3rd House
Courage & Siblings
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Saturn in the 4th House
Home & Mother
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Saturn in the 5th House
Children & Intellect
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Saturn in the 6th House
Health & Obstacles
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Saturn in the 7th House
Marriage & Partnership
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Saturn in the 8th House
Transformation & Longevity
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Saturn in the 9th House
Fortune & Dharma
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Saturn in the 10th House
Career & Status
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Saturn in the 11th House
Gains & Networks
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Saturn in the 12th House
Loss & Liberation
Remedies for Saturn
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa and Shani Stotra on Saturdays.
- Donate black sesame, iron, mustard oil or black cloth; light a mustard-oil lamp.
- Serve the elderly, labourers and the underprivileged; act with patience and honesty.