Saturn takes approximately 29.5 years to complete its orbit around the 12 zodiac signs. This slow, deliberate journey means Saturn spends roughly 2.5 years in each sign of the zodiac.

29.5 Years to complete its cycle.
2.5 Years to transit through 1 Zodiac Sign.
Compare with the Sun which takes 30 Days to transit through a sign.

The Glyph of Saturn

Within the Glyph of Saturn we have Multiple Symbolic meanings of which the Sickle is one of them. Representing the Sickle of Harvest and the Scythe of Death. Sickle of Harvest represents Saturn’s Earthly element

Saturn is traditionally associated with time, wisdom, responsibility, and authority. It governs the lessons learned through personal experiences, often requiring individuals to confront challenges and boundaries in order to achieve maturity and growth. This planet encourages one to embrace discipline and patience, teaching the value of hard work and perseverance. Saturn's influence can foster a sense of duty and task orientation, guiding people to understand the consequences of their actions and the significance of establishing a solid foundation for their lives.

Words From Henry Cornelius Agrippa

Saturn is called Coelius, Scythe-Bearer, the Father of the Gods, the Lord of Time, the High Lord, the Great, the Wise, the Intelligent, Ingenious Revolutor of a long space, an Old Man of Great Profundity, the Author of Secret Contemplation, Impressing, or Depressing Great Thoughts in the Hearts of Men, Destroying and Preserving All Things, Overturning force and power, and Constituting, a Keeper of Secret Things, and a shower of them, Causing the Loss, and Finding of the Author of Life and Death.

Celestial and Elemental Correspondences

Planetary Day:

Saturday

Zodiac Signs:

Capricorn (cardinal earth)
Aquarius (fixed air)

Spiritual Beings

Archangel:

Tzaphkiel

Angelic Choir:

Thrones

Planetary Intelligence:

Agiel

Planetary Spirit:

Zazel

Colors

Black

Grey
Dark Brown

Metal

Lead

Stones and Crystals

Onyx

Obsidian

Lead

Jet

Smoky Quartz

Plants and Herbs

Saturn governs plants that are associated with endurance, structure, and longevity. These include:

Cypress

Willow

Thorn-bearing plants

Hemlock

Animals

Saturn is associated with animals known for their solitude, wisdom, or connection to the earth:

Owl
Ass
Cat

Incense and Scents

Patchouli
Myrrh
Frankincense
Pepperwort
Pine

Magical Intentions

Saturn's energies are invoked for:

Discipline, responsibility, and structure.

Setting boundaries and limitations.

Patience, perseverance, and long-term goals.

Dealing with obstacles and challenges.

Wisdom, maturity, and spiritual growth through trials.

Saturn