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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How many nakshatras are there and why do they matter?
There are 27 nakshatras, each spanning 13°20' of the zodiac, with its own deity, symbol and ruling planet. Your janma nakshatra (the Moon's star at birth) shapes temperament, compatibility and dasha sequence.
Which nakshatra is most important in my chart?
The Moon's nakshatra matters most — it starts your Vimshottari dasha and colours the mind. The ascendant's and Sun's stars add further texture; Dr. R.P. Sharma reads all three together.
How are nakshatras used in kundli matching?
Guna milan is computed from both partners' Moon nakshatras — tara, gana, yoni, nadi and other koota comparisons. Dr. Sharma weighs these with Mangal Dosha and the 7th house for a complete answer.
Which nakshatras are considered auspicious for beginnings?
Classically Pushya, Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Hasta and Revati are favoured for new ventures — though the muhurat must fit your own chart, not just the calendar.
Can I get a personal reading about nakshatras?
Yes — the page above gives the classical picture; a consultation applies it to your exact chart. Your kundli and detailed PDF are free; a full sitting with Dr. Sharma is a flat Rs 5,100.
How does nakshatras interact with my dasha?
The running dasha decides WHEN nakshatras's significations activate in your life. The same placement behaves differently in different periods — timing is half the reading.
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