Saturn in Aries: Traits, the 12 Houses, Famous People, and more (2024)

by Lucas Vanderlinden

In this article we provide a detailed overview of Saturn in Aries as well as its impact in each of the 12 houses of the zodiac. Do you have Saturn in Aries in your horoscope? If so then this article is for you.

Saturn

If the sun is the king of the planets, then Saturn is the commoner. In Roman culture, Saturn was worshiped as the god of dissolution, renewal, and the passage of time. During the annual festival of Saturnalia, slaves would exchange roles with their masters. Commoners would dine like nobility, and they would freely voice any criticism or complaints they had from the previous year. In Vedic theology, Saturn, or Shani, is feared as the bestower of karmic reaction, the good or bad results of one’s past activities.

Saturn’s day of the week is — you guessed it — Saturday. Known in Latin as Saturni, and in Sanskrit as Shanivar.

Saturn is also known as Manda, or the slow one. As the slowest-moving of the planets, he travels through the zodiac only once every 29-and-a-half years. Saturn spends almost two-and-a-half years in each sign.

Note: Saturn’s movement through the zodiac creates a period known as “sade sati,” or Saturn’s Grind. This occurs whenever Saturn passes over a person’s birth sign, as well as the signs before and after it.

In an astrological reading, Saturn represents the following:

• Duty, discipline, and philosophy
• Laborers, prisoners, and the law
• Elders, ancestors, and family traditions
• Obstacles, punishment, and bondage
• Sorrow, sin, laziness, and illness
• Debt, fear, and poverty
• Wickedness, infamy, and filth
• Humility, steadiness, and one’s lifespan
• Renunciation, hard work, and death

LEARN MORE: The Puranas provide an advanced understanding of our universe, including descriptions of life on other planets. Check out our guide to Vedic Cosmology.

Aries: The Sign of the Ram

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac. In Vedic astrology, Aries is known by the Sanskrit name mesha, or “the ram.” The sign of Aries possesses a friendly, hard-working, and passionate nature. Aries is a sign of leadership. In an astrological chart, it represents areas where you are pioneering and confident in your efforts.

Basic Traits

Ruled by Mars.Mars is known as the planet of vitality, courage, and competition. He brings a fiery and fearsome energy to the house he inhabits.
A fire sign. Aries is temperamental, passionate, and energetic.
A movable sign. Aries is fluid, spontaneous, and fond of change.
A masculine sign. Aries is aggressive, bold, and thick-skinned.

Areas of Influence

Aries influences its planetary lord in the following areas:

• Leadership and purpose
• Courage and self-confidence
• Playfulness and sports
• Friends and enemies
• Determination

Traits of Saturn in Aries

The influence of Saturn in a birth chart will change depending on which house it is located in, its relative position in relation to other planets, as well as other factors. However, the following general traits are likely to be found in a native who has Saturn in Aries:

You have a hot temper. Saturn is a planet of tough lessons. In the sign of Aries, he is in his “debilitated” or weak position. You tend to let your emotions get the best of you, and you lack self-awareness. This combination leads to many outbursts that can damage your relationships. If you practice meditation, you will have a better chance at controlling your temper.

You work hard. You are a hard worker and may have a career that involves manual labor. Construction, road work, or other menial labor are all types of work you may find yourself engaged in.

You may struggle with loneliness. Because of your hot temper and difficulty in managing your emotions, you may alienate friends and loved ones. As a result, you are likely to find yourself alone in life, without close companions you can turn to in times of difficulty.

You can be argumentative. You hold your opinions close to heart, and you often come off to others as closed-minded. You have a hard time taking advice from others, even when they have your best interest in mind.

You make poor decisions. You tend to act with your gut rather than your head. Although this may work sometimes, it often results in poorly-planned decisions. If you set goals for your life and carefully work towards achieving them, you will have a better chance at finding happiness and contentment.

Saturn in Aries in the 12 Houses

Every natal chart is unique. It is not possible to give a fully accurate reading without considering the various elements of the chart, including planetary combinations, aspects, friendships, directional strength, and more.

The traits below are general indications which will change depending on the influence of the factors listed above.

In the First House

The first house symbolizes physique and self-expression. You have a pessimistic outlook, and you are attracted to immoral acts. Be careful not to act on your lower impulses. You will struggle with finances, but you can manage if you stick to a budget and don’t waste money on useless things.

In the Second House

The second house symbolizes wealth and cultural traditions. You can make good money, but you may suffer from a disease of the mouth or the face. You have a good relationship with your mother, but you may have strained relations with your siblings.

In the Third House

The third house symbolizes siblings, courage, and literary works. You are intelligent and courageous. You make good money, and you enjoy giving in charity. You have a good relationship with your spouse, but you may suffer on account of your children.

In the Fourth House

The fourth house symbolizes one’s mother, home, and basic beliefs. You suffer from frequent anxiety. You are likely to have difficult relationships with your parents. In general, you struggle to attain lasting happiness.

In the Fifth House

The fifth house symbolizes children, creative works, and overall success. You are not a straightforward person, and you may cheat or lie to others to obtain your personal goals. You are likely to have a difficult time bearing children.

In the Sixth House

The sixth house symbolizes debt, disease, and service. You know how to achieve your goals, and you can make good money in life. However, you and your family may suffer at the hands of opponents, whether in the workplace or the social arena.

In the Seventh House

The seventh house symbolizes the spouse, marital happiness, and sexual desire. You are restless and somewhat irritable. You have difficulty getting along with the opposite sex, and long-term partnerships are a challenge for you. You are likely to travel often, and your income is sporadic.

In the Eighth House

The eighth house symbolizes death, calamities, and interest in the occult. You are happy in your early life, but as you age you may face many obstacles to happiness. You do not readily take up initiative to pursue your own goals and projects. For this reason, you are likely to pursue an occupation in service to others.

In the Ninth House

The ninth house symbolizes religion and morality. You possess courage, but you often find yourself opposed by others. You have a philosophical outlook, and you can attain wealth and happiness in life.

In the Tenth House

The tenth house symbolizes one’s father, career, and reputation. You are intelligent, famous, and can rise to a high position in life. You can gain wealth through land, agriculture, and other business ventures. You are likely to live somewhere other than your place of birth.

In the Eleventh House

The eleventh house symbolizes gains, aspirations, and friendships. You can make good money, and you will have good health throughout life, except perhaps some illness in your childhood. You can make a successful career in trade, commerce, or artisanry.

In the Twelfth House

The twelfth house symbolizes losses, misfortune, and liberation. You are likely to incur debts, and you may suffer some damage to your reputation. You meet repeated difficulties in your professional life. This is not a strong position for Saturn.

Learn More About Vedic Astrology

Expand your knowledge of astrology! Check out our guides to Vedic Astrology and the nine planets, known collectively in Sanskrit as the nava-graha. You can also learn about the differences between Western and Vedic astrology.

The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac

The 27 Nakshatras