The 27 Nakshatras in Vedic Astrology
Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions in Vedic astrology, each spanning 13°20' of the zodiac. They provide deeper emotional and karmic context than the 12 Rashis (Sun signs).
Complete List of 27 Nakshatras
| # | Nakshatra | Ruling Planet | Deity | Key Trait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Ketu | Ashwini Kumaras | Healing, Speed |
| 2 | Bharani | Venus | Yama | Transformation, Restraint |
| 3 | Krittika | Sun | Agni | Courage, Leadership |
| 4 | Rohini | Moon | Brahma | Growth, Fertility |
| 5 | Mrigashira | Mars | Soma | Curiosity, Search |
| 6 | Ardra | Rahu | Rudra | Storms, Renewal |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Jupiter | Aditi | Restoration, Return |
| 8 | Pushya | Saturn | Brihaspati | Nourishment, Auspicious |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Mercury | Sarpas | Intuition, Complexity |
| 10 | Magha | Ketu | Pitris | Legacy, Ancestry |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Venus | Bhaga | Leisure, Romance |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Sun | Aryaman | Contracts, Patronage |
| 13 | Hasta | Moon | Savitar | Skill, Craftsmanship |
| 14 | Chitra | Mars | Tvashtar | Design, Brilliance |
| 15 | Swati | Rahu | Vayu | Independence, Trade |
| 16 | Vishakha | Jupiter | Indragni | Achievement, Purpose |
| 17 | Anuradha | Saturn | Mitra | Devotion, Friendship |
| 18 | Jyeshtha | Mercury | Indra | Seniority, Protection |
| 19 | Mula | Ketu | Nirriti | Roots, Destruction |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Venus | Apas | Victory, Invincibility |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sun | Vishvadevas | Universal Truth |
| 22 | Shravana | Moon | Vishnu | Learning, Listening |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Mars | Vasus | Wealth, Music |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Rahu | Varuna | Healing, Secrecy |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Jupiter | Ajaikapada | Intensity, Transformation |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saturn | Ahirbudhnya | Depth, Wisdom |
| 27 | Revati | Mercury | Pushan | Nourishment, Journey |
Source: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra. For personal Nakshatra analysis, consult Dr. R.P. Sharma.
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