Ruling Deity & Cosmic Role
The presiding deity of Shatabhisha Nakshatra is Varuna (God of Cosmic Waters). This divine force shapes the soul of every being born under this star, imparting their celestial qualities, cosmic duties, and spiritual gifts. By devotion to this deity through bhajan and mantra, native souls harmonise with their highest dharmic potential and unlock the blessings encoded in their birth star.
Recommended Bhajans & Mantras
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Varuna Mantra
ॐ वरुणाय नमः
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Shatabhisha Dhyana
शतभिषायां वरुण देवतास्वरूपम्
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Navagraha Stotra
ब्रह्मा मुरारिः त्रिपुरान्तकारी
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Ruling Planet Mantra — Rahu (Navagraha Stotra)
अर्धकायं महावीर्यं चन्द्रादित्यविमर्दनम् ।
सिंहिकागर्भसम्भूतं तं राहुं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
सिंहिकागर्भसम्भूतं तं राहुं प्रणमाम्यहम् ॥
Ardhakayam mahaveeryam Chandraditya-vimardanam |
Simhikagarbha-sambhutam tam Rahum pranamamy-aham ||
Simhikagarbha-sambhutam tam Rahum pranamamy-aham ||
I bow to Rahu, half-bodied, greatly powerful, who affects Sun and Moon, born from Simhika.
🕐 How to chant: Chant 108 times on the day of Rahu, facing East, ideally at sunrise or sunset.
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Recommended Bhajan — Hanuman Chalisa
श्रीगुरु चरण सरोज रज, निज मनु मुकुरु सुधारि।
बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायकु फल चारि।।
Read Full Hanuman Chalisa →बरनउँ रघुबर बिमल जसु, जो दायकु फल चारि।।
Personality & Nature
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Famous Personalities
- Charaka (Father of Ayurveda)
- Patanjali
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shatabhisha Nakshatra?
Shatabhisha is the 24th of 27 lunar mansions in Vedic Jyotish. It spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is ruled by Rahu with Varuna as its presiding deity.
Which planet rules Shatabhisha Nakshatra?
Shatabhisha is ruled by Rahu in the Vimshottari Dasha system. The qualities of this planet significantly shape the nature and life patterns of natives born under this star.
Who is the deity of Shatabhisha Nakshatra?
The presiding deity of Shatabhisha is Varuna. Devotional worship and chanting associated with this deity may help align the native with the higher qualities encoded in their birth star.
What mantra is recommended for Shatabhisha Nakshatra?
The Navagraha Stotra verse for Rahu is traditionally recommended. Chanting it 108 times on the day associated with Rahu may be spiritually beneficial.
On which day should Shatabhisha natives worship?
The day of the week ruled by Rahu is considered auspicious for Shatabhisha natives. Regular devotional practice on this day may help harmonise planetary energies.
How do I find my Janma Nakshatra?
Your Janma Nakshatra is determined by the Moon's position at the time of your birth. A free Kundali calculator at ournakshatra.com can calculate this instantly from your birth date, time, and place.
What bhajan is recommended for Shatabhisha Nakshatra?
Bhajans and stotras aligned with Varuna are traditionally recommended for Shatabhisha natives. Devotional singing with sincerity is considered more important than the specific bhajan chosen.
Can my Nakshatra change?
No — your Janma Nakshatra is fixed at birth based on the Moon's position and does not change. However, the Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras approximately every 27 days, affecting the day's quality.