27 Nakshatras

18 September, 2024

27 Nakshatras

Here’s a brief overview of the 27 Nakshatras:

  1. Ashwini (0° – 13°20′ Aries)
    • Symbol: Horse’s head
    • Deity: Ashwini Kumars (celestial physicians)
    • Key Traits: Healing, leadership, vitality
  2. Bharani (13°20′ – 26°40′ Aries)
    • Symbol: Yoni (female reproductive organ)
    • Deity: Yama (god of death)
    • Key Traits: Transformation, discipline, creation
  3. Krittika (26°40′ Aries – 10° Taurus)
    • Symbol: Razor or knife
    • Deity: Agni (fire god)
    • Key Traits: Courage, purification, willpower
  4. Rohini (10° – 23°20′ Taurus)
    • Symbol: Chariot
    • Deity: Brahma (creator god)
    • Key Traits: Creativity, growth, beauty
  5. Mrigashira (23°20′ Taurus – 6°40′ Gemini)
    • Symbol: Deer’s head
    • Deity: Soma (moon god)
    • Key Traits: Curiosity, searching, gentle nature
  6. Ardra (6°40′ – 20° Gemini)
    • Symbol: Tear
    • Deity: Rudra (storm god)
    • Key Traits: Transformation, emotions, change
  7. Punarvasu (20° Gemini – 3°20′ Cancer)
    • Symbol: Bow and quiver
    • Deity: Aditi (mother of gods)
    • Key Traits: Renewal, nurturing, stability
  8. Pushya (3°20′ – 16°40′ Cancer)
    • Symbol: Cow’s udder
    • Deity: Brihaspati (guru of gods)
    • Key Traits: Nourishment, teaching, spiritual wisdom
  9. Ashlesha (16°40′ – 30° Cancer)
    • Symbol: Serpent
    • Deity: Naga (serpent deity)
    • Key Traits: Intuition, control, mysterious energy
  10. Magha (0° – 13°20′ Leo)
    • Symbol: Throne room
    • Deity: Pitris (ancestors)
    • Key Traits: Royalty, tradition, honor
  11. Purva Phalguni (13°20′ – 26°40′ Leo)
    • Symbol: Hammock
    • Deity: Bhaga (god of prosperity)
    • Key Traits: Enjoyment, creativity, fertility
  12. Uttara Phalguni (26°40′ Leo – 10° Virgo)
    • Symbol: Bed or two legs
    • Deity: Aryaman (god of contracts)
    • Key Traits: Relationships, service, balance
  13. Hasta (10° – 23°20′ Virgo)
    • Symbol: Hand
    • Deity: Savitar (sun god)
    • Key Traits: Dexterity, skill, resourcefulness
  14. Chitra (23°20′ Virgo – 6°40′ Libra)
    • Symbol: Jewel or bright gem
    • Deity: Tvashtar (celestial architect)
    • Key Traits: Creativity, brilliance, beauty
  15. Swati (6°40′ – 20° Libra)
    • Symbol: Coral or young plant shoot
    • Deity: Vayu (wind god)
    • Key Traits: Independence, flexibility, intellect
  16. Vishakha (20° Libra – 3°20′ Scorpio)
    • Symbol: Triumphal arch
    • Deity: Indra and Agni (gods of energy)
    • Key Traits: Ambition, focus, determination
  17. Anuradha (3°20′ – 16°40′ Scorpio)
    • Symbol: Lotus
    • Deity: Mitra (god of friendship)
    • Key Traits: Friendship, success, harmony
  18. Jyeshtha (16°40′ – 30° Scorpio)
    • Symbol: Earring or circular talisman
    • Deity: Indra (king of gods)
    • Key Traits: Power, protection, authority
  19. Mula (0° – 13°20′ Sagittarius)
    • Symbol: Root
    • Deity: Nirriti (goddess of destruction)
    • Key Traits: Searching, deep-rootedness, transformation
  20. Purva Ashadha (13°20′ – 26°40′ Sagittarius)
    • Symbol: Fan
    • Deity: Apah (god of water)
    • Key Traits: Victory, invigoration, enthusiasm
  21. Uttara Ashadha (26°40′ Sagittarius – 10° Capricorn)
    • Symbol: Elephant’s tusk
    • Deity: Vishvadevas (universal gods)
    • Key Traits: Leadership, perseverance, wisdom
  22. Shravana (10° – 23°20′ Capricorn)
    • Symbol: Ear
    • Deity: Vishnu (preserver god)
    • Key Traits: Listening, learning, communication
  23. Dhanishta (23°20′ Capricorn – 6°40′ Aquarius)
    • Symbol: Drum
    • Deity: Vasus (deities of abundance)
    • Key Traits: Fame, wealth, rhythm
  24. Shatabhisha (6°40′ – 20° Aquarius)
    • Symbol: 100 physicians or circle
    • Deity: Varuna (god of cosmic waters)
    • Key Traits: Healing, secrecy, mysticism
  25. Purva Bhadrapada (20° Aquarius – 3°20′ Pisces)
    • Symbol: Sword or two-faced man
    • Deity: Aja Ekapada (one-footed goat)
    • Key Traits: Intensity, purification, duality
  26. Uttara Bhadrapada (3°20′ – 16°40′ Pisces)
    • Symbol: Twin serpents
    • Deity: Ahirbudhnya (serpent of the deep)
    • Key Traits: Patience, depth, detachment
  27. Revati (16°40′ – 30° Pisces)
    • Symbol: Fish
    • Deity: Pushan (protector of travelers)
    • Key Traits: Nourishment, protection, journey completion

Each Nakshatra has its own ruler and specific influences in a natal chart, which play a role in interpreting personality traits, life events, and compatibility in Vedic astrology.

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