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Nakshatras - Lunar Mansions
27 nakshatras of Vedic astrology
Nakshatras (Sanskrit: नक्षत्र) are the 27 lunar mansions or constellations through which the Moon passes in a month. This is a unique system of Vedic astrology with no equivalent in Western tradition.
What are Nakshatras?
Nakshatras (Sanskrit: नक्षत्र) are the 27 lunar mansions or constellations through which the Moon passes in a month. This is a unique system of Vedic astrology with no equivalent in Western tradition.
Each nakshatra has its ruler, patron deity, and unique characteristics. The Moon's position in a nakshatra at birth determines many important aspects of personality.
27 Nakshatras
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Bharani
Yama
Transformation, birth and death, responsibility, maturity.
Krittika
Agni
Purification by fire, sharp intellect, decisiveness, criticism.
Rohini
Brahma
Beauty, fertility, growth, material success.
Mrigashira
Soma
Search, curiosity, tenderness, worry.
Ardra
Rudra
Storm of emotions, destruction for renewal, intensity.
Punarvasu
Aditi
Return of light, optimism, repetition, recovery.
Pushya
Brihaspati
Nourishment, care, spirituality, piety.
Ashlesha
Naga
Wisdom of the serpent, hypnosis, penetrating insight, secrecy.
Magha
Pitris
Royal power, ancestors, traditions, grandeur.
Purva Phalguni
Bhaga
Enjoyment, rest, creativity, romance.
Uttara Phalguni
Aryaman
Friendship, partnership, generosity, leadership.
Hasta
Savitar
Craftsmanship, agility, humor, cleverness.
Chitra
Vishwakarman
Beauty, art, architecture, brilliance.
Swati
Vayu
Independence, flexibility, commerce, movement.
Vishakha
Indra-Agni
Goal-orientation, ambition, achievement, conflict.
Anuradha
Mitra
Friendship, loyalty, organization, success.
Jyeshtha
Indra
Seniority, protection, power, responsibility.
Mula
Nirriti
Roots, exploration of depths, destruction of illusions.
Purva Ashadha
Apas
Invincibility, purification, victory, optimism.
Uttara Ashadha
Vishvedevas
Final victory, leadership, righteousness.
Shravana
Vishnu
Listening, learning, connection, fame.
Dhanishta
Vasus
Wealth, music, rhythm, adaptation.
Shatabhisha
Varuna
Healing, mysteries, solitude, exploration.
Purva Bhadrapada
Aja Ekapada
Transformation through fire, intensity, duality.
Uttara Bhadrapada
Ahir Budhnya
Depth, wisdom, patience, spirituality.
Revati
Pushan
Completion, journeys, nourishment, wealth.
Key Concepts
27 Lunar Mansions
Each nakshatra occupies 13°20' of the zodiac. The Moon passes through one nakshatra in approximately one day. The nakshatra system is used for character determination, compatibility, and choosing auspicious timing.
Nakshatra Lords
Each nakshatra is ruled by one of the 9 planets in a specific sequence: Ketu, Venus, Sun, Moon, Mars, Rahu, Jupiter, Saturn, Mercury. This sequence repeats three times.
Padas (Quarters)
Each nakshatra is divided into 4 padas (quarters) of 3°20' each. Padas correspond to navamsha (D9) and show finer nuances of character and destiny.
Nakshatra Compatibility
In the Ashtakuta system for determining partner compatibility, the Moon's position in nakshatras is used. Nakshatra-kuta gives a maximum of 8 points out of 36 possible.