“Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Meaning – “The Hundred Stars”, “The Veiling Star”, “Fortunate Star of the King”
Deity – Varuna (God of the Cosmic & Terrestrial Waters, Sky and Earth. Also the Mystical Healer and the Lord of “Maya” or Illusions. Varuna is also sometimes referred as the “Dark Sun” or “Midnight Sun” or “God of the Night Sky” (whereas his inseparable companion is Mitra; Deity of Anuradha Nakshatra who is the God of the Daytime Sky), He influences the West Direction (where the Sun Sets Everyday) and is Active after Sunset. His Mount and Carrier is the Fearsome Sea-Monster Makara the Creature we call Capricorn)
Zodiac – 06° 40’ – 20° 00’ Aquarius
Shakti(Power) – Bheshaja Shakti (The Power to “Heal and Support”)
Favorable for – Business Dealing, Contracts, Real Estate, Education, Knowledge, Recreation, Vehicle, Biking, Acquiring New Vehicles, Traveling, Astronomy, Astrology, Medicine, Rejuvenation Therapy, Meditation and Yoga, Marine, Technology, Media Events, Technological Activities, Visiting the Sea-side.
Unfavorable for – Marriage, Childbirth, Fertility Treatments, Law Suits, Arguments, Negative Action, New Beginnings in General, Too much Socializing, Financial Matters, Buying Clothes or Jewelry, Domestic Activities
General Characteristics – This nakshatra is about healing the human condition spiritually and physically. They may be healers or doctors. The symbol of the empty circle represents the void of space, what is behind the veil, indicating illusions or maya, and inner vision. They are profoundly mystical, meditative, philosophical, scientific, and are visionaries. They are very secretive, and reclusive. There is an affinity to star watching, and this can apply to astronomers as well as astrologers. They can be moody, lonely and depressed. Intensely opinionated and stubborn they think they know it all and have nothing to learn from others, because they are above them. Alcoholic beverages are ruled by this nakshatra. Difficult to heal or hard to cure diseases come under this rulership. There is a connection with electricity.”