Sade-Sati is the 7 1⁄2 years-long period of Saturn (Shani) and this astrological phase is said to be a time, when one may experience difficulties in personal relationships and a general feeling of unhappiness.

According to beliefs, Sade Sati is a negative event and this is a period with many challenges; it literally brings intense fear in people's minds when they hear that Sade Sati is coming into their life.

On average Sade Sati comes every 25 years in native life and contains three phases in it .i.e rising, peak and setting phase.

All these cycles take around 7.5 years, and if you are aware of Hindi Terms then “Sade” means Half, and “Sati” means Seven.

That is how the Sade Sati word came into force. 

In whole Vedic astrology, it is the most feared among all other negative transit. In many cases, Sade Sati caused a lot of damage and affected natives' finances, careers, relationships, and health.

But in many cases, natives did well in Sade Sati and got all kinds of glory and comforts.

 Read my article on how Sade Sati can bring good results

Now there is a very interesting theory, which states that Sade Sati starts when planet Saturn is within 45 degrees from planet Moon and it ends when Saturn is 45 degrees away from planet Moon.

If the above statement is true then the total time of Sade Sati will be reduced. Sade Sati is not bad always and is a transit-only and one should not stress much about it.

Your current planetary dasha and other factors matter here more than anything and without considering these factors nothing accurate can be predicted.

Dates for Sade Sati for Aries Moon Sign

Aries Moon Sign natives will begin their Sade Sati in the year 2025 when Saturn transits into the sign of Pisces.

The first phase will run from March 29, 2025, to June 1, 2027. The second phase will start on June 2, 2027, and continue until August 7, 2029.

The third and final phase will begin on August 8, 2029, and end on May 30, 2032.

Given below, I have given a table where all dates for Sade Sati and Saturn panoti i s mentioned.

Facts related to Sade Sati

We all automatically assume that Sade Sati is a period of bad events, and it is hard to survive it. That is only causes, delays, disturbances, losses, and so on.

But in reality, how Sade Sati affects depends on many other factors.

• It gives you results as per our karma in this life, and if we do something bad to someone, then in this period, everything comes back to us. During Sade Sati the negative aspects of the horoscope become active. Which means if we have a negative birth chart and have bad things, then only we should be afraid of Sade Sati.
• If Saturn is auspicious, i.e., in exalted, own sign, pushkar navamsa or in yoga karaka then Sade Sati can give positive results such as promotions, recognitions, hike in salary and other professional achievements.
• If Moon is in an auspicious state in the horoscope and is not placed in the malefic houses, then the native does not experience its malefic effects much.
• Similarly, malefic Saturn debilitated, combust, afflicted, retrograde or in malefic houses will lead to bad effects of Sade Sati. 
• Sade Sati results are more malefic when the native is in Mahadasha-Antardasha period of Saturn.
• Remedies for Sade Sati are not easy and one needs to be disciplined and show full devotion to make it work. 
• A strong and auspicious ascendant helps to deal with negative effects of Sade Sati.
• Problems in Sade Sati can come in any form, from accidents to loss of job to lack of wealth.

First Phase: 29th March 2025 to 1st June 2027

For the Aries moon sign, the rising phase of Sade Sati will start on 29th March 2025 when planet Saturn enters the sign of Pisces.

This period will be mixed in nature, and there will be some positive results, especially when the 12th house from the natal moon is occupied by benefic planets.

Saturn does very well in the sign of Pisces, and its malefic nature is controlled by the benefic influence of Pisces.

This phase of Sade Sati can bring favorable outcomes, particularly in terms of career and professional growth.

Saturn rulership is over the 10th and 11th houses, and this phase of Sade sati can bring sudden positive changes in their career, and most importantly, this period can bring a movement to abroad countries.

But for such a positive event to happen, the 12th house from the natal moon should be occupied either by Venus or Jupiter.

This rising phase of Sade sati can prove benefic for their career, especially when the Dasha in their natal horoscope is of a benefic planet.

Natives can gain the trust and faith of their seniors and can be given an important role in their organisation. Frequency of travel will increase, and they will gain tremendous exposure, which will be beneficial for their future.

The 12th house from the Moon has a special role in spiritual growth. For the Aries Moon sign, the transit of Saturn from this place is very ideal to give interest in spiritual activities.

Natives will take an interest in pilgrimages and will perform auspicious tasks such as helping the poor and needy.

But since Sade sati is phenomenal, which tends to test the patience and bring learning for the natives. We cannot rule out the malefic effects of it, and there will always be a possibility of bad things happening in this period.

Especially when the natal moon is afflicted in the horoscope or there are malefic planets in the 12th from their natal moon.

In such situations, Sade Sati will surely give them bad results, and natives may have to face an unfavourable transfer, which will take a toll on their emotions and relationships.

Dasha of afflicted functional malefics like Mercury, Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu, can cause loss of job, loss of reputation, and humiliation. Natives in malefic dasha, with a weak or afflicted 12th house, may encounter unfavourable circumstances at work.

Apart from that, expenses will rise and unnecessary spending will happen on account of health issues, and natives may exhibit impulsive behaviour while spending money.

Which means finances will be affected negatively during this rising phase of Sade Sati.

If you want more information on Sade Sati in 2025, you can use the link given below to access the article.

Second Phase: 2nd June 2027 to 7th August 2029

With the entry of Saturn in the sign of Aries on 2nd of June 2027, the peak phase of Sade Sati will start for them.

In the Aries sign, Saturn becomes debilitated, and the Aries Moon sign faces the intense wrath of Sade Sati. Due to Saturn's debilitation, they suffer greatly in this period. If the rising ascendant in the horoscope is Aries, Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, or Capricorn, then the impact will be double malefic on them.

During this period, they may experience feelings of depression and defeat, and they may be greatly affected by mental illness. From anxiety to depression to sleep problems, they will have to deal with significant challenges. They will often feel impulsive and may make poor decisions. At work, a significant negative event may occur, potentially threatening their position.

If the Moon is in the company of malefics or is influenced by them, the impact of Sade Sati will intensify. In such situations, a native can lose his job and may have to stay unemployed for a long period of time. Enemies become very active, and they can cause major damage to their reputations.

Major financial losses are expected to happen, and investments in business and trading will fail. Debts may accumulate during this period, leading to a sense of helplessness.

Even small needs will become hard to complete, and natives will have to ask for financial assistance. This period is known to cause marital issues, and it can activate issues with spouse which will be hard to resolve.

Even the health of the spouse will need attention, and there is a possibility that the spouse,'s career will suffer greatly. Natives who have malefic planets, i.e., Ketu, Rahu, or Sun, placed in the Aries sign will not get any respite, and this period should be passed with extreme caution.

Third Phase: 8th August 2029 to 30th May 2032

With the entry of Saturn in the sign of Taurus on 8th August 2029. The third phase of Sade Sati will start for them. This period will bring significant relief for them. The ongoing crisis in their life will start to get better. Each month of this period will bring relief and new solutions.

Now, due to Saturn's transit in a benefic and friendly sign, they may even have some opportunities at work. Old issues with seniors and colleagues will start to resolve now. The possibility of having stability at work will become higher.

Enemies will not bother them much, and natives will start to get along with people easily.

During this phase, they are likely to reunite with their family members and will be able to come back to their original place of residence.

If the rising ascendant is Virgo, Capricorn, or Aquarius, then a major promotion can also happen.

Elevation is a common occurrence during the Sade Sati period, particularly when an individual undergoes a profound experience during the rising or peak phase. 

Natives speech may become dominant, and improvement in manners and behavior will help them to forge new connections.

Relationships with loved ones can also improve if the 2nd house from natal Moon is not occupied by malefics and from natal 1st house Saturn transit is not happening in the 6th, 8th, or 12th house. Inheritance-related matters will start to resolve, and they can get a fair share of part in it.

Their intelligence will become better, and natives will engage in meaningful work in their lives now. They will become more religious and spiritual in nature and will engage in activities that will bring them relief.

Remedies For All Phases Of Sade Sati

These are traditional remedies associated with Shani (Saturn) to help mitigate the challenges during periods of Sade Sati or Saturn’s unfavorable transit:

1. Shani Mantra Recitation: : Om Pram Preem Proum Sah Shanaischaraya Namah.
Chant this mantra 19,000 times over 40 days for protection and blessings from Saturn.

2. Shani Donation Items: Donate a buffalo or black sesame seed (*til*) on Saturdays to appease Saturn.

3. Fasting for Shani: Observe a fast on Saturdays, abstaining from food or having a simple diet, to seek Saturn's favor.

4. Shani Pooja: Perform Hanuman Pooja, as Lord Hanuman is believed to reduce the malefic effects of Saturn.

5. Shani Rudraksha: Wear a 14-mukhi Rudraksha, which is associated with Saturn and believed to bring strength and protection.

6. Shani Jadi: Carry or wear Dhature ki Jad (the root of the Datura plant) as a talisman for Saturn’s blessings.

7. Shani Gemstone: Wear a Blue Sapphire (Neelam) after proper astrological consultation, as it is the gemstone associated with Saturn and can bring positive results if suitable to the wearer.

Sade Sati For All Moon Signs

• Sade Sati for Taurus Moon Sign (Effects): 2 June 2027 to 12 July 2034
• Sade Sati for Gemini Moon Sign (Effects): 2 June 2027 to 12 July 2034
• Sade Sati for Cancer Moon Sign (Effects): 30 May 2032 to 22 Oct 2038
• Sade Sati For Leo Moon Sign (Effects): 12 July 2034 to 27 Jan 2041
• Sade Sati for Virgo Moon Sign (Effects): 27 Aug 2036 to 11 Dec 2043
• Sade Sati for Libra Moon Sign (Effects): 22 Oct 2038 to 7 Dec 2046
• Sade Sati for Scorpio Moon Sign (Effects): 27 Jan 2041 to 6 March 2049
• Sade Sati for Sagittarius Moon Sign (Effects): 11 Dec 2043 to 24 Feb 2052
•  Sade Sati for Capricorn Moon Sign (Effects): 17 Jan 2023 to 29 March 2025
• Sade Sati for Aquarius Moon Sign (Effects): 23 Jan 2020 to 2 June 2027
• Sade Sati for Pisces Moon Sign (Effects): 24th Jan 2023 to 7th Aug 2029

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