The 27 Nakshatras
A nakshatra is the lunar mansion the Moon occupies at your birth, the heart of your Vedic chart. Explore each of the 27 stars, its ruling planet, presiding deity, symbol and traits.
Ashwini nakshatra explained: ruled by Ketu, deity the Ashwini Kumaras, symbol the horse head, known for speed, healing and pioneering energy.
Bharani nakshatra in Aries, ruled by Venus and deity Yama: creative, passionate and disciplined, carrying life through its transitions.
Krittika nakshatra, ruled by the Sun and deity Agni, symbolised by the razor and flame: sharp, purifying, courageous and driven to excel.
Rohini nakshatra in Vedic astrology: ruled by the Moon, deity Brahma, symbol the chariot, spanning Taurus 10 to 23.20 degrees.
Mrigashira nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies for those born under the Deer Head star ruled by Mars and Soma.
Ardra nakshatra, ruled by Rahu and presided over by Rudra, blends sharp intelligence with the cleansing power of the storm and renewal.
Punarvasu nakshatra meaning, personality, career and relationships, ruled by Jupiter with deity Aditi and the symbol of a bow and quiver.
Pushya nakshatra spans Cancer 3.20 to 16.40, ruled by Saturn and guided by Brihaspati, a star of nourishment, care and steady spiritual growth.
Ashlesha nakshatra in Cancer, ruled by Mercury with deity Naga, blends penetrating insight and emotional depth with the wisdom of the coiled serpent.
Magha nakshatra spans Leo 0 to 13.20, ruled by Ketu with the Pitris as deity, marking natural authority, dignity and reverence for ancestry.
Purva Phalguni nakshatra: ruled by Venus, deity Bhaga, symbol of the hammock or bed, known for charm, rest, creativity and warm leadership.
Uttara Phalguni nakshatra spans Leo to Virgo, ruled by the Sun and the deity Aryaman, marked by loyalty, generosity and dependable partnership.
Hasta nakshatra, ruled by the Moon with the symbol of the hand, blends skill, service, and a kind, practical nature within the sign of Virgo.
Chitra nakshatra, ruled by Mars and the divine architect Vishwakarma, gives an eye for beauty, design and skilled hands-on creation.
Swati nakshatra in Libra, ruled by Rahu and guided by the wind god Vayu, blends independence, balance and graceful adaptability.
Vishakha nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies, ruled by Jupiter with the symbol of a triumphal archway.
Anuradha nakshatra, ruled by Saturn and the deity Mitra, brings loyal friendship, devotion and disciplined success through cooperation.
Jyeshtha nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies, ruled by Mercury under the deity Indra in Scorpio.
Mula nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies for those born under the root star ruled by Ketu and Nirriti.
Purva Ashadha is the Sagittarius nakshatra of invincible conviction, ruled by Venus and the water deity Apas, blending persuasion with purifying depth.
Uttara Ashadha, ruled by the Sun and the Vishvadevas, is the nakshatra of lasting, righteous victory built on patience and integrity.
Shravana is the nakshatra of listening and learning, ruled by the Moon and the deity Vishnu, giving a loyal, receptive and devotional nature.
Dhanishta nakshatra, ruled by Mars under the Eight Vasus, symbol the drum, brings rhythm, ambition, abundance and capable, generous leadership.
Shatabhisha nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies for those born with the Moon in this star ruled by Rahu.
Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra: ruled by Jupiter with deity Aja Ekapada, blending fiery idealism with deep spiritual transformation and detachment.
Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra: the serene, wise star of the deep ruled by Saturn and the serpent deity Ahirbudhnya, spanning late Pisces.
Revati nakshatra meaning, personality, career, relationships and remedies for those born with the Moon in this final lunar mansion of Pisces.