Introduction to Shani Sade Sati
Sanidew (Shani sade sati ) story, or the Shanideo or Shanidev Sade or Sadhe Sati story refers to the planetary position in one’s birth chart concerning the positioning of Shani, the Saturn.
According to Vedic mythology, the Shani Sade or Sadhe Sati is considered very significant in respect of the transformative influence it leaves, in one’s life.
Shani Sadhe Sati denotes the duration of the period usually of 7 and half years of transit of Shani’s (Saturns) in the particular houses of one’s birth chart. Depending on various factors such as Nakshatra, Dasha, or the retrograde movement, the duration of Shani may get expanded as well.
In Vedic Astrology, the movement of Shani or the Shani Sade Sati is reckoned based on the Moon sign and not the Sun sign.
Shani’s Sadhe Sati usually occurs roughly once every 30 years in a person’s life, as Saturn completes its transit through all 12 zodiac signs in about 30 years.
Sanidew (Shani Sade Sati ) story
According to the Sanidew (Shani Sade Sati ) story in Hindu mythology, Shani is believed to have been born to Surya, the Sun God, and Chhaya, the shadow Goddess.
According to the Sanidew (Shani sade sati ) story or the Shanidev (Shani Sade Sati) story or the (Shani Sadhe Sati) story, when the Shani or the Saturn, as a nascent child opened his eyes for the first time, there was Solar eclipse, foreshadowing his powerful influence on Astrological charts.
Hindu Mythological legend goes that Shani’s mother observed penance when he was in the womb, which resulted in his being born with a dark complexion.
As per the Sanidew (Shani Sade Sati ) story or the Shanidev story, upon seeing the dark complexion of the baby Shanidev, his father Surya doubted his wife Chhaya’s marital fidelity.
The Hindu mythology legend goes that Shani, blessed with divine powers since his birth, gazed at his father menacingly, causing Surya’s body to turn black.
Worship of Shanidev Deity in Temples
In the Hindu temples, the deity of Shanidev is consecrated in black stone and is shown to adorn black clothes. Shanidev is depicted in a pose holding in his hands swords, arrows and daggers.
Shani, the Hindu God associated with the planet Saturn, is depicted as seated on a bird which is dark black as his vahana (vehicle). This bird is of the family of either vulture, raven, or crow.
The blackbird of Lord Shani is symbolic of providing the devotee’s protection, wisdom, and insight. It is believed that the blackbird of Shani brings about transformation and imparts wisdom and insight by establishing spiritual connections.
Malefic and Benefic Influences of Shanidev
Lord Shani is known to cause both malefic and benefic influences based on the positioning in the varied houses of one’s birth chart depending on various factors such as moon sign, nakshatra , Dasha, and the philosophy of karma.
Malefic influences of Shani’s Sadhe Sati may cause one to face obstacles or hurdles and challenges in career, finance, health, and relationships.
The beneficial influences may bring about potential growth and development by encouraging the spirit of disciplined hard work by establishing a spiritual connection with higher consciousness.
The Stages of Sadhe Sati
The duration of 7.5 years transit of Shanidev, commonly known as Sanidew or Shanidev Sade Sati or Sadhe Sati which denotes Sadhe (half) & Sati means 7, and thus, a total transit period of 7.5 years through particular houses in one’s birth chart.
Astrologers divide this transit period of Sadhe Sati into three phases viz.- Rising phase(12th House); the Peak phase(1st House); and the Setting phase(2nd House).
Shani is believed to have remained for about a period of two and a half years in each of the three houses. Thus, the total duration of time, the Shani( Saturn) usually spends in the zodiac sign is 7.5 years.
The transit of Shani (Saturn) is considered to commence as it enters the sign preceding the moon sign and ends when it leaves the sign following the moon sign.
It is believed that the ‘Rising phase’ influences finance and health; the ‘Peak phase’ influences personal and professional life; and the ‘Setting phase’ reflects upon the consequences of one’s actions.
Hanuman ji role
It is believed that Hanuman ji role in mitigating the malefic influences of Lord Shani on individuals is vital. It is considered that worshipping Lord Hanuman on Saturdays mitigates the malefic influence of Saturn or Shani during its transit in the houses of the zodiac.
Devotees chant the mantra- “Om Anjaneyaya Vidmaye Vayuputraya Dhimahi Thanno Hanumat Prachodayat” to alleviate the obstacles posed by the Shani’s Sadhe Sati.
It is the notion of the priests that chanting Mantras provides inner strength and gutsy willpower by establishing a spiritual connection with the higher consciousness and enables devotees to face all odds.
Hanumanji’s worship is believed to infuse and instill courage, grit, and determination in the devotees to face challenges and obstacles without fear, during the Sade Saati transit of Shanidev.
Hanumanji’s worship during this period is believed to bestow strength, courage, and confidence. The devotees, devoid of ego, endeavor to face the tough times by nurturing absolute faith and devotion by rendering selfless service by showing a semblance of mind.
Hanumanji worship enables the devotees to tide over the difficulties they might face during Saturn’s transit, with resilience and grace.
Extended Impact period of Shani Sade Sati
It is believed that on 29.03.2025, Shanidev or Saturn is to transit into Pisces. The impact of Shani Sade Sati, depending on the moon sign may get stretched beyond 7.5 years.
It may prolong to 11 years up to 2036 on account of various factors such as multiple Sade Sati cycles, Dashas in the birth chart, Retrograde movement, or the birth chart variations. With regard to Shani Sade Sati influence on their zodiacs, the individuals can consult the renowned Astrologers in India.
Conclusion of Shani Sade Sati
Shani Sade Sati, which usually remains present for a period of 7 and half years is basically the transit time of Shani, the Saturn across the zodiac signs about the individual’s natal moon sign.
Shani Sade Sati is believed to cause obstacles, hurdles, delays, and latches in various aspects of life such as career growth, financial stability, health-related issues, and relationships.
Shani’s Sadhe Sati is also believed to bring transformational changes. The Sadhe Sati period of Shani is also believed to encourage introspection and self-assessment to ensure personal growth and development at a smooth pace.
Saturn’s or Shani’s Sadhe Sati is also known to enhance the level of patience, pand erseverance and encourage order and discipline in the conduct. It all depends upon the impact of Shani on one’s birth chart, celestial bodies, or Nakshatras and Karma.
Thus, the transit of Shani in a particular house of one’s birth chart does not necessarily mean to show malefic effects only. Based on the constellation, the Shani is known to bring about positive transformational changes which may prove to be beneficial in the long run.
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FAQs About Shani Sade Sati Story
Q. 1 What happens during Shani Sade Sati?
Ans.1. Lord Shani is known to cause both malefic and benefic influences based on the positioning in the varied houses of one’s birth chart depending on various factors such as moon sign, nakshatra , dash, a, and the philosophy of karma. One can face obstacles in career, finance, health, and relationships. On the other hand, based on the Nakshatras, one can have beneficial influences bringing about potential growth and development.
Q.2. Which Rashi is suffering from Sade Sati?
Ans.2. It is believed that currently, the following Rashis are undergoing Sade Sati:, Capricorn(Makara Rashi) (26.01.2017 to 29.03.2025); Aquarius (Kumbha Rashi) upto 23.02.2028; and Pisces(Meena Rashi) 17.01.2023 to 07.04.2030.
Q.3. What are the bad effects of Shani Sadeh Sati?
Ans.3. The malefic effects of Sade Sati, which usually has 7.5-year transit of Saturn (Shani) through three zodiac signs, include- Emotional distress, relationship difficulties, financial instability, health problems, career setbacks, and social reputation issues.
Q.4. Which rashi Sade Sati is going to be in 2025?
Ans.4. Which particular Rashi is undergoing the transition of Shani’s Sadhe Sati depends upon Saturn’s position in the horoscope which varies from individual to individual. One needs to consult an Astrologer for specific queries about the influence of Shani’s Sadhe Sati on their birth chart. Persons with Aquarius moon sign are believed to experience less impact of Shani’s Sadhe Sati.
