Saturn Transit In Astrology

The movement of Saturn through a sign is known as Saturn transit and is the most discussed and important planetary transit.  

Every 2.5 years, Saturn passes through a new sign and brings a new set of effects and complications along with it.

Right now since March 29th Saturn is in sign of Pisces.

It is important to understand the concept and functioning of Saturn transit in Vedic astrology.

One need to understand that Saturn transit is the most important transit in astrology.

Without its proper understanding and application making predictions are next to impossible in astrology.

In this article, I will mention everything about Saturn transit and the following will be covered in it.

Saturn In Astrology

Saturn is considered the most malefic planet in Vedic astrology and is the significator of sorrow, poverty, misery, hardships, etc.

It rules over signs of Capricorn and Aquarius. Saturn becomes exalted in Libra and feels comfortable in signs of Taurus, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces.

It goes in debilitation in the sign of Aries and feels uncomfortable in signs of Gemini, Cancer, Leo, and  Scorpio.

The Mahadasha of Saturn lasts for 19 years which is the second-longest mahadasha after Venus.

As per the rules lordship, Saturn is Yogakaraka for Taurus and Libra ascendant signs whereas is malefic for Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Pisces ascendant.

Its transit is the slowest transit which takes 2.5 years to cross through on sign. Whereas the complete cycles tales around 30 years.

Other important details are given below:

• Nature: Natural malefic.
• Gender: Neutral.
• Caste: Servant.
• Direction: West.
• Places: Places with low roofs, old temples.
• Own Sign: Capricorn, Aquarius.
• Exaltation: Libra.
• Debilitation: Aries.
• Mooltrikone: Aquarius.
• Friends: Mercury, Venus, and Saturn itself.
• Enemies: Sun, Moon, Mars.
• Gemstone: Blue Sapphire.
• Aspect: 3rd, 7th, and 10th.
• Metal: Iron.
• Grain: Black Sesame seeds.
• Colour: Black.
• Taste: Astringent.
• Relation: Servants and labours.
• Element: Airy.
• Temperament: Melancholic.
• Age: Old about 108 years.
• Dasha period: 19 years.
• Nakshatras: Pushya, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada.
• Karaka: Sorrow, poverty, old age, and death.
• Speed of Motion: 2.5 min per day in direct motion.
  
  

Significance Of Saturn Transit In Astrology

Saturn transit is the most important transit in Vedic astrology. Its effects are always significant and long-lasting, and each time its transit gives a new direction to our life.

Without the permission of Saturn transit, no major event can take place in our lives.

There should be no argument about this!!

When seen from Moon, the transit of Saturn through the 12th house starts the Sade Sati for a native and this Sade sati lasts for 7.5 years until Saturn transit is over through the 2nd house from the natal Moon. 

In the same way, the complete cycle of Saturn transit in 30 years creates a significant impact on our life. The role of Saturn transit in giving major events in life is undeniable.

Let's see how Saturn transit can give major important events in life.

Saturn Transit Role In Marriage 

In order for a marriage to take place, the aspect of transit Saturn is must over the 7th house or 7th house lord or Venus in case of a male and Jupiter in case of a woman. 

To show the application of Saturn transit in marriage, check the following example of Bill Clinton. 

He was married on 11 October 1975 and the transit chart for the same day is mentioned below.

On his marriage day, transit Saturn was in the sign of Cancer which falls in his 11th house and was aspecting his Venus in the 1st house. Hence, fulfilling the conditions of marriage where Saturn transit must be involved.

Saturn Transit Role In Childbirth 

In the same way, without the aspect of Saturn transit over the 5th house or its lord, childbirth can not happen. To understand the application of this rule of Saturn transit, see the Horoscope of Jawaharlal Nehru. The same rule can be applied from the Monn chart also. 

 His daughter Indira Gandhi was born on 17-11-1917 and Saturn was transiting in the sign of Cancer that day.

You can see that transit Saturn was in Cancer sign, which falls in the 1st house Jawaharlal Nehru and Saturn aspect was falling on the 5th lord Mars in the 3rd house.

Role Of Saturn Transit In Career

Now let's see the impact of Saturn transit over a career. In order to experience any good or bad event a career, transit Saturn should influence the 10th house, its lord from the rising ascendant or from the moon sign.

For this again we will see the Horoscope of Jawaharlal Nehru. He became the first PM of independent India on 15-08-1947 and on that day, transit Saturn was in Cancer, which falls in his 1st house of Natal Horoscope, and transit Saturn was aspecting the 10th house of career.

Also, on the same day of transit Jupiter was in the sign of Libra aspecting his 10th house again.

The combined influence of Saturn and Jupiter which is also known as the double transit of Saturn & Jupiter, over his 10th house-made him the 1st PM of independent India. 

 The above examples confirm the importance of Saturn transit in Vedic astrology and its ability to generate events is unparalleled.

Saturn Transit Effects In All Zodiac Signs

As mentioned before in every 2.5 years Saturn changes the sign and enters in a new one. The impact of Saturn’s influence changes dramatically depending on which zodiac sign it moves through.

Each sign brings out a different side of Saturn’s energy sometimes stabilizing, sometimes challenging.

Given below are links for transit for all planets. These guides will help you to understand the transit of Saturn in different signs planets individually.

Saturn Transit Effects Through All Houses

We all know how powerful Saturn’s transit through a particular house can be. I’ve already shown this with real examples at the start of the article. When Saturn enters the 1st house, it has the potential to reshape every area of your life.

In the 5th house, it triggers major themes around education, children, or creative expression. And when Saturn transits the 7th house, it often brings events related to marriage or long-term partnerships.

To explore how Saturn affects each of the twelve houses in detail, read the full article below:

👉 [Results Of Saturn Transit Through All 12 Houses→]

How To Read Saturn Transit

Though I have written a separate article for this, how to analyze Saturn transit 

As we are aware, Saturn is a slow-moving planet, and its transit is generally for two and a half years in each zodiac sign. 

Saturn's transit has a great impact on an individual's life as it can bring both positive and negative effects depending on its placement in the natal chart and the house it is transiting.

Some important features of Saturn transit are:

• Saturn transit is good in 3rd, 6th, and 11th houses.
• In the rest of the houses, the transit of Saturn causes issues, especially in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, and 12th houses.
• Saturn is a slow-moving planet, so its effects are long-lasting and profound.
• Its transit over natal Moon cause peak phase of Sade sati whereas on 2nd and the 12th house it causes rising and setting phase of sade sati.
• In 4th house Saturn transit causes Shani dhaiya and in the 8th house it causes Kantaka shani which can be extremely bad period.

The transit period can be challenging, but it helps in shaping an individual's personality, attitude, and life lessons.

Saturn transit is always important to read parallel to the Dasha system, as it indicates the onset of a new period in an individual's life.

Saturn transit is critical for understanding the native's career, social status, and overall well-being.

Therefore, the transit should be studied in-depth, and its effects should be evaluated for a longer duration than other planets.

Apart from the standard rules of reading a transit, given below are steps to apply to make a analysis on it.

The following are the steps to analyze the Saturn transit in a birth chart:

Step No. 1: Study the house where Saturn is transiting. Saturn transit influences the house it is transiting in a significant way. For instance, Saturn transit through the 1st house is challenging, but it can lead to personal growth and transformation.

Whereas Saturn transit through the 10th house can give good career growth and social status. It is important to know and understand what kind of results Saturn will bring in a certain house. There are always two sides of a coin, the same way Saturn transit any house can bring good and bad results. 

For example, its transit in the 7th house can bring marriage but at the same time it can cause separation also.

Step No. 2: Study the sign where Saturn is transiting. Saturn transit in different signs brings varying results. In general, Saturn transit is good in Capricorn, Aquarius, and Libra signs. Whereas, Saturn transit in Aries, Cancer, and Leo signs can be challenging. Because in Aries sign Saturn becomes weak whereas in Cancer and Leo it becomes uncomfortable.

Step No. 3: Study the Nakshatra or Lunar mansion where Saturn is transiting. The Nakshatra of Saturn transit gives micro-level details about the events and effects of the transit. It is essential to evaluate the impact of Saturn transit through all Nakshatras.

Step No. 4: Study the aspects of Saturn transit on other planets in the natal chart. The transit of Saturn over a particular planet can bring significant changes in its significations. Saturn can also affect the planets with which it is forming a conjunction or an aspect in transit.

Step No. 5: Evaluate the Ashtakvarga scores of the house where Saturn is transiting. If the Ashtakvarga score is above 28, the transit of Saturn will bring positive results. If the score is between 22-28, then the results will be mixed. If the score is below 22, then the results will be negative.

Overall, Saturn transit requires a detailed and meticulous analysis to understand its effects on an individual's life. 

Saturn Transit Over Natal Planets

No reading on Saturn Transit can be said as complete without looking into the influence of Saturn Transit over Natal planets.  Saturn transit over natal planets can trigger some of the most defining moments in a person’s life.

When it crosses over your Moon, it can bring emotional heaviness or the start of your Sade Sati. A transit over Venus may challenge relationships or financial attachments, while Saturn over the Sun can test your sense of identity and confidence.

The effects vary depending on which planet Saturn touches and how that planet is placed in your chart.

To understand what happens when Saturn transits over each natal planet, read the full guide below:

👉 [Saturn Transit Over Natal Planets →]

Saturn Return In Transit

The entry of Saturn in the sign in it Natal chart position is called Saturn return which happens roughly 27-30 years and then in 57-60 years of age. Each time Saturn return brings a new direction to our life.

Saturn return helps us to evolve and makes us ready for what lies ahead in life. For some natives, its effects can be very profound and it can bless one with great power and authority also. 

Here, is the example of a guy who became a IAS officer in his first Saturn return period.

In this horoscope Saturn is placed in the first house and gave him delays in clearing the exams in year 2001.

You understand the significance and results of Saturn return transit .

Saturn Return In Transit

The entry of Saturn in the sign in it Natal chart position is called Saturn return which happens roughly 27-30 years and then in 57-60 years of age. Each time Saturn return brings a new direction to our life.

Saturn return helps us to evolve and makes us ready for what lies ahead in life. For some natives, its effects can be very profound and it can bless one with great power and authority also. 

Here, is the example of a guy who became a IAS officer in his first Saturn return period.

In this horoscope Saturn is placed in the first house and gave him delays in clearing the exams in year 2001.

You understand the significance and results of Saturn return transit .