Dasha & Timing

Sade Sati

साढ़े साती • Sade Sati

Sade Sati is Saturn's 7.5-year transit period over the natal Moon, considered one of the most significant astrological events affecting emotional wellbeing, career, and relationships.

What is Sade Sati?

Sade Sati (Sade Sati, साढ़े साती) — Sade Sati is Saturn's 7.5-year transit period over the natal Moon, considered one of the most significant astrological events affecting emotional wellbeing, career, and relationships.

Sade Sati (literally 'seven and a half') is the ~7.5-year period when Saturn (Shani) transits through the 12th house, 1st house (over the Moon), and 2nd house from the natal Moon sign. Since Saturn takes approximately 2.5 years per sign, this transit spans three signs and 7.5 years total. It's divided into three phases: Rising (12th from Moon — subtle preparation), Peak (over Moon — most intense), and Setting (2nd from Moon — culmination). While traditionally feared, modern Vedic astrology views Sade Sati as a period of karmic restructuring that can produce both challenges and profound growth. Saturn rewards discipline, hard work, and patience during this period.

Examples

A person with Moon in Aries enters Sade Sati when Saturn enters Pisces (12th from Aries).
The peak phase (Saturn over natal Moon) is typically the most challenging, bringing career shifts and emotional tests.
Sade Sati repeats approximately every 30 years as Saturn completes its zodiacal cycle.

Practical Application

During Sade Sati, focus on discipline, patience, and long-term planning. Remedies include Saturn mantras, donating to the needy on Saturdays, wearing Blue Sapphire after consultation, and performing Shani Puja. The period rewards hard work and penalizes shortcuts.

Common Misconceptions

Sade Sati doesn't always bring suffering — for some Moon signs (Libra, Capricorn, Aquarius), Saturn's transit can bring positive career growth.
It's not a continuous 7.5 years of problems — the intensity varies by phase, and many people experience career advancement during Sade Sati.
The overall chart strength and Saturn's natal position significantly modify Sade Sati effects — one person's experience can differ vastly from another's.

Related Terms

Grahaग्रह
Gocharगोचर
Dashaदशा

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sade Sati?

Sade Sati is Saturn's 7.5-year transit over the natal Moon, passing through the 12th, 1st, and 2nd houses from the Moon sign. Each phase lasts ~2.5 years. It's a period of karmic restructuring affecting career, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.

How often does Sade Sati occur?

Sade Sati occurs approximately every 30 years (Saturn's orbital period). Most people experience it 2-3 times in their lifetime. Each occurrence has different effects based on age and life stage.

Is Sade Sati always bad?

No. While it brings challenges, many people experience career promotions, marriage, and property acquisition during Sade Sati. Saturn rewards discipline and hard work. The effects depend on Saturn's relationship with your Moon sign.

What are the remedies for Sade Sati?

Key remedies include: chanting 'Om Sham Shanaishcharaya Namah' on Saturdays, donating black sesame seeds, mustard oil, or iron items, wearing Blue Sapphire after consultation, and performing Shani Puja or Hanuman worship.