Shatabhisha Nakshatra Pada 3
शततारका — 3rd Quarter — Aquarius Navamsa
Desire & Relationships: Shatabhisha Pada 3 spans 313.34°–316.67° (sidereal) and falls in the Aquarius navamsa ruled by Saturn. Baby names starting with “सी” are traditionally auspicious for this pada. The presiding deity is Varuna, channeled through Rahu's planetary influence.
At a Glance
सी
Pada Akshar
Naming syllable
Aquarius
Lord: Saturn
Navamsa Sign
D9 placement
313.34°
to
316.67°
Sidereal Range
Lahiri ayanamsa
Rahu
Deity: Varuna
Nakshatra Lord
Rakshasa Gana • Aadi Nadi
Characteristics of Shatabhisha Pada 3
Kama Pada — Desire & Relationships
Rahu and Saturn conjoin in Aquarius, driving these natives to become pioneering social healers and technological innovators who serve collective human transformation.
The presiding deity of Shatabhisha is Varuna, whose archetypal energy animates all four padas of this nakshatra. In Pada 3, Varuna's influence is filtered through the Kama Pada's orientation of desire & relationships. This means the deity's cosmic gifts — including Healing, Secrecy, Vastness — are particularly expressed in the domains of desire & relationships during this native's lifetime.
In Shatabhisha, these tendencies blend with the nakshatra's core nature: Shatabhisha is ruled by Rahu and represents the healing power of a hundred physicians. Natives have vast healing abilities and often lead reclusive lives. The Aquarius navamsa overlay, ruled by Saturn, further accentuates humanitarian ideals, originality, and progressive thinking. Together, Rahu's foundational energy and Saturn's navamsa influence create a characteristic personality blend that sets Shatabhisha Pada 3 apart from the other three quarters of this nakshatra.
Key qualities of this pada:
Career Expression for Shatabhisha Pada 3
Creative collaboration and people-oriented roles
Shatabhisha Pada 3's Kama orientation draws these natives toward roles that involve human connection, creativity, and collaborative expression. Careers in Medicine, Healing arts, Aerospace allow this pada's relational gifts to shine. Working with people, creating beauty, or facilitating pleasure and enjoyment gives these individuals deep satisfaction. They excel in environments that reward interpersonal warmth and expressive talent.
The Aquarius navamsa overlay adds an additional dimension: humanitarian ideals, originality, and progressive thinking. This means that even within the same nakshatra, Pada 3 natives approach their chosen careers with a distinctive quality compared to other padas — bringing the specific flavor of Aquarius's influence to their professional expression.
Favorable career domains:
Deity, Symbol & Cosmic Nature of Shatabhisha
The archetypes behind Shatabhisha Pada 3
Presiding Deity: Varuna
Varuna governs the cosmic energy of Shatabhisha Nakshatra. In Vedic tradition, connecting with this deity's qualities through sincere contemplation or devotional practice can support Shatabhisha Pada 3 natives in embodying their highest potential. Varuna's domain aligns especially with the desire & relationships orientation of this pada.
Symbol: Empty circle/1000 flowers
The symbol of Empty circle/1000 flowers encodes the essential meaning of Shatabhisha. For Pada 3 natives, this archetype manifests through the lens of desire & relationships — the symbol's qualities inform how these individuals approach purpose, relationships, and growth across their lifetime.
Animal Totem: Horse
The Horse is the Vedic animal totem of Shatabhisha. Each nakshatra's animal carries behavioral and energetic information about native tendencies. Understanding the Horse's nature can offer insight into Shatabhisha Pada 3 natives' instinctive patterns and relationship style.
Cosmic Classification
Shatabhisha is a Rakshasa (fierce) gana nakshatra, which carries tamasic intensity and tremendous transformative force. Far from being a limitation, this pada channels that fierce energy toward breakthrough, mastery, and the courageous dismantling of what no longer serves. It also carries the Aadi (Vata) nadi, linking this nakshatra to the wind and ether principles — quick movement, mental agility, sensitivity, and a nervous system attuned to subtle energies. Staying grounded and establishing healthy rhythms supports these natives' wellbeing. Finally, it is Movable (Chara) nakshatras favor adaptability, new beginnings, and the courage to change course when needed. Initiating new ventures and embracing transitions are natural strengths.
Strengths & Growth Areas
Shatabhisha Pada 3 — Kama Pada
Natural Strengths
- Natural social magnetism
- Creative and artistic gifts
- Healing
- Secretive
These qualities emerge from the combination of Shatabhisha's foundational nature (ruled by Rahu) and the Kama Pada's emphasis on desire & relationships.
Growth Opportunities
- Developing inner stability beyond relationships
- Channeling desires toward purposeful aims
- Balancing pleasure with long-term growth
These growth areas are invitations, not limitations — each represents a doorway toward greater wholeness and the fullest expression of Shatabhisha Pada 3's potential.
Baby Names for Shatabhisha Pada 3
Traditional Vedic naming assigns the syllable “सी” (romanized: Si) to this pada. Names beginning with this sound are considered auspicious for children born when the Moon occupies Shatabhisha Pada 3.
The naming tradition in Vedic astrology (Namakarana Samskara) holds that a child's name should resonate with their birth nakshatra's energy. For Shatabhisha Pada 3, names beginning with “सी” carry the sound vibration aligned with Varuna's blessings and Rahu's planetary influence — supporting the child's life expression from its very foundation.
सी
Si
Pada syllable
Names starting with “Si” carry the resonance of Shatabhisha Pada 3, blending Rahu's energy with Aquarius's qualities.
Compatibility for Shatabhisha Pada 3
Shatabhisha Pada 3 natives carry dual planetary influence: Rahu as the nakshatra lord and Saturn as the navamsa lord. This creates nuanced compatibility patterns that go beyond nakshatra-level matching. The desire & relationships focus of this pada shapes how these individuals relate to partners — bringing a specifically expressive, relational quality to their closest bonds.
In relationship compatibility, Shatabhisha Pada 3's Aquarius navamsa adds the dimension of humanitarian ideals, originality, and progressive thinking. Partners whose charts harmonize with both Rahu and Saturn energies tend to create the most complementary partnerships for these natives.
Harmonious nakshatras for Shatabhisha:
For a precise pada-level compatibility analysis, a full Gun Milan with birth charts is recommended.
All Padas of Shatabhisha Nakshatra
गो
Pada 1
Dharma Pada
Sagittarius navamsa
सा
Pada 2
Artha Pada
Capricorn navamsa
सी
Pada 3
Kama Pada
Aquarius navamsa
सू
Pada 4
Moksha Pada
Pisces navamsa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pada 3 of Shatabhisha Nakshatra?▼
Shatabhisha Pada 3, also called the Kama Pada, spans 6.667° to 10.000° within Shatabhisha (313.34°–316.67° sidereal). It falls in the Aquarius navamsa, ruled by Saturn. This pada emphasizes desire & relationships, blending Shatabhisha's core energy with Aquarius qualities.
What are baby names for Shatabhisha Pada 3?▼
Baby names for Shatabhisha Pada 3 traditionally begin with the syllable "सी". Any name whose first sound matches "सी" is considered auspicious for children born under this pada. Consult a Jyotishi for a personalized name recommendation that also honors family tradition.
What does the "सी" letter mean in Vedic astrology?▼
The syllable "सी" is the sacred akshar (sound vibration) assigned to Shatabhisha Pada 3. In Vedic astrology, each nakshatra pada corresponds to a specific sound that resonates with the cosmic energy of that position. Starting a baby's name with "सी" is believed to harmonize their life force with the qualities of Shatabhisha ruled by Rahu.
What is the navamsa sign of Shatabhisha Pada 3?▼
Shatabhisha Pada 3 falls in the Aquarius navamsa, governed by Saturn. The navamsa (D9 chart) reveals deeper karmic patterns. The influence of Saturn adds humanitarian ideals, originality, and progressive thinking to the base Shatabhisha archetype, creating a distinctive character within the nakshatra's larger expression.
Who is compatible with Shatabhisha Pada 3?▼
Shatabhisha Pada 3 natives blend the qualities of Shatabhisha (ruled by Rahu) with Aquarius navamsa traits. They tend to be most compatible with nakshatras that harmonize with both Rahu and Saturn energy. Overall, Shatabhisha natives share good compatibility with Ardra, Dhanishta, Ashwini. For precise pada-level compatibility, a full Gun Milan analysis is recommended.
What are the career strengths of Shatabhisha Pada 3?▼
Shatabhisha Pada 3 natives are naturally suited to careers that blend Shatabhisha's core gifts with the desire & relationships focus of this pada. Fields such as Medicine, Healing arts, Aerospace, Research, Occult sciences are particularly favorable. The Aquarius navamsa overlay adds humanitarian ideals, originality, and progressive thinking, which can further refine career expression — for instance, strengthening the capacity for intellectual innovation and communication.
What deity governs Shatabhisha Nakshatra?▼
Shatabhisha Nakshatra is governed by Varuna. This divine archetype infuses all four padas of Shatabhisha with its essential qualities. In Pada 3 specifically, Varuna's energy expresses through the lens of the Kama Pada — emphasizing desire & relationships as the dominant life orientation. Connecting with Varuna's qualities through study, contemplation, or devotional practice can support natives of this pada in living their highest potential.
See Also
Discover Your Birth Nakshatra & Pada
Create your free Kundli to find which nakshatra and pada the Moon occupied at your birth — and receive personalized insights from our AI Jyotishi, drawing on your exact Shatabhisha placement and Varuna's blessings.
Create Free Kundli →