The Ancient Hindu Sages divided the zodiac into 27 Nakshatras or lunar constellations. Each constellation covers 13 degrees, 20 minutes. The calculation of Nakshatras begin with Ashwini Nakshatra 0 degrees of Aries and ends on 30 degrees of Pisces covered by Revati Nakshatra.The use of Nakshatra is very important in Vedic astrology. The Vimshottari Dasha, a 120-year-long planetary cycle is based upon the birth Nakshatra. Each Nakshatra is divided in four sections called Padas. Nakshatras also define the characteristics of the planets placed in them. Knowing Janma Nakshatra is very important as per vedic astrology. Janmanakshatra is the Nakshatra in which the Moon was placed at the time of birth. The Moon travels through a Nakshatra in a day.
Table of Nakshatra
| Lords: | Si No. | Star: | Si. No. | Star | Si. No. | Star |
| Ketu | 1 | Ashwini Horse like woman | 10 | Magha The wealthy one | 19 | Moola The root |
| Venus | 2 | 11Bharani The bearer | 11 | Purva Phalguni Earlier reddish one | 20 | Purva Ashadha Previous invincible one |
| Sun | 3 | Krittika The Cutter | 12 | Uttara Phalguni Latter reddish one | 21 | Uttara Ashada Latter invincible one |
| Moon | 4 | Rohini Red faced One | 13 | Hasta The hand | 22 | Shravana The audible |
| Mars | 5 | Mrigashirsha the deer’s head | 14 | Chitra The bright one | 23 | Dhanistha The richest one |
| Rahu | 6 | Ardra Moist One | 15 | Swati Sword or Independence | 24 | Shatabhisaa Hundred healers |
| Jupiter | 7 | Punarvasu Restoring goods | 16 | Vishaka Forked (having branches) | 25 | Shatabhisaa Hundred healers |
| Saturn | 8 | Pushya Nourishing | 17 | Anuradha Disciple of divine spark | 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada Latter blessed feet |
| Mercury | 9 | Ashlesha The embracer | 18 | Jyeshta The eldest | 27 | Revati The wealthy |
Contents
- 1 Nakshatra – Ashwini
- 2 Nakshatra – Bharani
- 3 Nakshatra – Krittika
- 4 Nakshatra – Rohini
- 5 Nakshatra – Mrigshirsha
- 6 Nakshatra – Ardra
- 7 Nakshatra – Punarvasu
- 8 Nakshatra – Pushya
- 9 Nakshatra – Ashlesha
- 10 Nakshatra – Magha
- 11 Nakshatra – Purvaphalguni
- 12 Nakshatra – Uttaraphalguni
- 13 Nakshatra – Hasta
- 14 Nakshatra – Chitra
- 15 Nakshatra – Swati
- 16 Nakshatra – Vishakha
- 17 Nakshatra – Anuradha
- 18 Nakshatra – Jyeshtha
- 19 Nakshatra – Moola
- 20 Nakshatra – Purvashadha
- 21 Nakshatra – Uttarashadha
- 22 Nakshatra – Shravana
- 23 Nakshatra – Dhanishtha
- 24 Nakshatra – Shatbhisha
- 25 Nakshatra – Poorvabhadrapada
- 26 Nakshatra – Uttarabhadrapada
- 27 Nakshatra – Revati
Nakshatra – Ashwini
Ashwini Nakshatra Characteristics
The natives born in Ashwini Nakshatra are good-looking, well-mannered, intelligent, and skilled in their work.
Ashwini Nakshatra Astrological Range- (Ashwini — Ranges from Degrees 0-00′ – 13-20′ in Aries sign)
Ruling Deity of Ketu : Ganesha
| Meaning | Ashwini signifies spontaneity and its natives are endowed with vitality and initiative. They are also fast and agile. |
| Lord | Ketu |
| Symbol | Horseman |
| Deity | Ashvini Kumaras, the physicians of the heavenly gods |
| Shakti | (power to/of…) Quickly reaching things |
| Caste | Vyshya |
| Nature | The light (Lagu) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (God-like) |
| Body VarahaMihira | Knees |
| Body Parashara | Head |
| Rashi/Zodiac | Aries sign (Mesha) |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | Born of a female horse, or a horse-lady |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Ketu |
| Number | 1 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names Letter | chu, chae, cho, ia |
| Lucky letters | C & L |
| Lucky Stone | Cat’s Eye |
| Lucky Color | Black |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 7, 9 |
| Common Name | Nuxvomica Tree |
| Astronomical Name | Beta Arietis |
| Botanical Name | Strychnosnuxvomica |
| Dosh | Vata |
| Guna | Sattwa |
| Element | Earth |
| Bird Name | Wild Eagle |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | A Male Horse (Ashwa) |
| Tree | Mushti |
Nakshatra – Bharani
Bharani Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Bharani — Ranges from Degrees 13-20′ – 26-40′ in Aries sign)
Bharani Nakshatra Characteristics
These natives are generally successful in work, are efficient, truthful, are healthy and happy.
Ruling Deity of Venus: Lakshmi
| Meaning | Signifies that changes come from inside, major transformations occur |
| Lord | Venus |
| Symbol | Vagina |
| Deity | Yama – the god of death |
| Caste | Vyshya |
| Nature | The fierce or Severe (Ugra) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana (human) |
| Body VarahaMihira | Head |
| Body Parashara | Forehead |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Aries Sign (Mesha) |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | These natives are cherishing, supportive and caring |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Venus – Shukra |
| Number | 2 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Lee, Lu, Lay, Lo |
| Lucky letters | L |
| Lucky Stone | Diamond |
| Lucky Colour | Blood Red |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 9 |
| Common Name | Amla |
| Astronomical Name | 35 Arietis |
| Guna | Rajas |
| Dosh | Pitta |
| Element | Earth |
| Bird | Crow |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | The Elephant |
| Tree | Amalaka or Amla |
Nakshatra – Krittika
Krittika Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Krittika — Ranges from 26.40 degrees in the Aries sign to 10.00 degrees in Taurus sign)
Krittika Nakshatra Characteristics
Heroic, sharp, protecting, full of initiatives
Ruling Deity of Sun: Shiva
| Lord | Sun |
| Meaning | Razor/cutter |
| Body – VarahaMihira | Hips, loins, waist |
| Body- Parashara | Eyebrows |
| Symbol | Axe, sharp edge, or flame, razor |
| Deity | Agni – Fire |
| Shakti | Power To burn |
| Caste | Brahmin |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Nature | The Sharp and Soft (Mixed) |
| Rashi / Zodiac Sign | Aries & Taurus Sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | The one who cuts |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Sun – Surya |
| Number | 3 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names letter | Ah, Ee, Oo, Ay |
| Lucky letters | A I, U & V |
| Lucky Stone | Ruby |
| Lucky Colour | White |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 1 |
| Common Name | Fig |
| Astronomical Name | Eta Tauri |
| Botanical Name | Ficusracemosa |
| Guna | Rajas |
| Dosh | Kapha |
| Element | Earth |
| Bird | Peacock |
| Yoni/Animal name | Female Sheep |
| Tree | Eta Tauri |
Nakshatra – Rohini
Rohini Nakshatra Astrological ranges
(From degrees 10-00′ to 23-20′ in the Taurus sign.)
Rohini Nakshatra Characteristics:
Great beauty, wealth, artistic
Deity of Moon: Parvati
| Meaning | Ruddy cow, red, growing |
| Lord | Moon |
| Body – VarahaMihira | Legs, shanks |
| Body- Parashara | Eyes |
| Symbol | Chariot |
| Deity | Prajapati-lord of creation |
| Shakti | Growth |
| Caste | Shudra |
| Nature | The fixed or permanent (Dhruva) |
| Gana | Manav Gana (Human) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Taurus Sign (Vrishabh) |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The red one |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Moon – Chandra |
| Number | 4 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | O, Va, Vi, Vu |
| Lucky letters | O & V |
| Lucky Stone | Pearl |
| Lucky Colour | White |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 2 |
| Common Name | Jamun |
| Astronomical Name | Aldebaran |
| Botanical Name | Syzigium cumin |
| Guna | Rajas |
| Dosh | Kapha |
| Element | Earth |
| Bird | Owl |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | A Male Serpent (Sarpa) |
| Tree | Jambu |
Nakshatra – Mrigshirsha
Mrigashira Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Mrigashira — Ranges from Degrees 23:20 Taurus – 6:40 Gemini sign)
Mrigashira Nakshatra Characteristics
Friendliness, fickle nature, creativity, material comforts and growth, ojas, and reproductive power.
Ruling Deity of Mars: Muruga
| Meaning | Deer or antelope’s head |
| Lord | Mars (Mangal) |
| Body – VarahaMihira | Eyes |
| Body- Parashara | Nose |
| Symbol | Head of a deer |
| Deity | Soma-God of immortality |
| Shakti (Power) | Giving fulfillment |
| Caste | Servant |
| Nature | The soft mild and tender (Mridu) |
| Gana | Devata Gana (LOrd Like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Taurus & Gemini |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | Deer head |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Number | 5 |
| Gender | Neuter |
| Names Letter | Ve, Vo, Ka, Kee |
| Lucky Letters | V & K |
| Lucky Stone | Coral |
| Lucky Colour | Silver grey |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 9 |
| Common Name | Milmesha |
| Astronomical Name | Lambda Orionis |
| Botanical Name | Acacia catechu |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Element | Earth |
| Bird | Hen |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | Female Serpent (Sarpa) |
| Tree | Khadira |
Nakshatra – Ardra
Ardra Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Ardra — Ranges from Degrees 6:40 – 20 of Gemini sign)
Ardra Nakshatra Characteristics
These natives are soft, stable, strong, sacrifice a lot to earn, and may be prone to sickness, fear and anger.
Deity of Rahu: Rahu
| Meaning | Moist or wet |
| Lord | Durga |
| Symbol | Teardrop |
| Deity | Rudra, the Lord of Storms |
| Shakti(Power) | Effort |
| Caste | Sankara (Inter Caste) |
| Nature | The Sharp or Dreadful (Tikshna) or hard (Daruna) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana (Human) |
| Body VarahaMihira | Hair, scalp |
| Body Parashara | Ears |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Gemini sign (Mithuna) |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | Ardra translates into moistness, greenery and freshness |
| Controlling/Rulling Planet | Rahu |
| Number | 6 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | ku, kham, ja, chha |
| Lucky Letters | K, G, N, C |
| Lucky Stone | Gomedha |
| Lucky Colour | Green |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 4 |
| Common Name | Long Pepper |
| Astronomical Name | Betelgeuse |
| Botanical Name | Piper longum |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosh | Vata |
| Element | Water |
| Bird | Andril |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | Female Dog |
| Tree | Rakta Kadira or Krishna Kadira |
Nakshatra – Punarvasu
Punarvasu Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Punarvasu — Ranges from Degrees 20 Gemini – 3:20 in the Cancer sign)
Punarvasu Nakshatra Characteristics:
Intellectual and spiritual wisdom, worldly prosperity, amiable, soft-spoken, patient
Ruling Deity of Jupiter: Shiva
| Meaning | Return of the light |
| Lord | Jupiter |
| Body – VarahaMihira | Fingers |
| Body- Parashara | Cheeks |
| Symbol | Quiver of arrows. |
| Deity | Aditi — the mother of the Gods |
| Shakti(Power) | Ability to gain wealth or substance |
| Caste | Vaishya |
| Nature | The movable or ephemeral {Chara} |
| Gana | Deva Gana (Lord Like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Gemini (Mithuna) & Cancer (Kark) |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | Good again |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Jupiter – Guru |
| Number | 7 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Kay, Ko, Ha, Hee |
| Lucky Letters | K & H |
| Lucky Stone | Yellow Sapphire |
| Lucky Colour | Grey or Lead |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 3 |
| Common Name | Bamboo |
| Astronomical Name | Pollux |
| Botanical Name | Bambusa bambos |
| Guna | Satwic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Element | Water |
| Bird | Swan |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | Female Cat |
| Tree | Venu vruksha and Bamboo |
Nakshatra – Pushya
Pushya Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Pushya — Ranges from Degrees 3:20 – 16:40 in the Cancer sign)
Pushya Nakshatra Characteristics
happy, respected, stable-minded, and endowed with good looks
Deity of Saturn: Hanuman
| Meaning | Nourisher, flower, the best |
| Lord | Saturn |
| Body – VarahaMihira | Mouth, face |
| Body- Parashara | Lips |
| Symbol | Teat of cow, arrow, flower |
| Deity | Brihaspati- teacher of the Devas |
| Shakti | Create spiritual energy |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Nature | The light (Lagu) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (Lord LIke) |
| Rashi/Zodiac | Cancer sign |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | To provide nourishment |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Saturn (Shani) |
| Number | 8 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names letters | Hoo, He, Ho, Dah |
| Lucky letters | H & D |
| Lucky Stone | Blue Saphire |
| Lucky Colour | Red |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 8 |
| Common Name | Sacred Fig |
| Astronomical Name | Delta Cancri |
| Botanical Name | Ficus religiosa |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Element | Water |
| Bird | Sea Crow |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | Aja (Goat) |
| Tree | Ashwatha Vriksha / Peepal |
Nakshatra – Ashlesha
Ashlesha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Ashlesha — Ranges from Degrees 16:40′ to 30: degree in Cancer or Kark)
Ashlesha Nakshatra Characteristics
The natives of Ashlesha Nakshatra are cruel, courageous and prone to fits of anger. They tend to live with people of the same sex. Like nomads, they travel aimlessly, undertake undesirable jobs.
Deity of Mercury: Vishnu
| Meaning | Person who embraces, or has an intimate connection |
| Lord | Mercury |
| Symbol | Coiled snake, circle, or wheel |
| Deity | Ahi – the naga or serpent of wisdom |
| Shakti | (power to/of…) poisonous |
| Caste | Vyshya |
| Nature | The Sharp or Dreadful (Tikshna) or hard (Daruna) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Body VarahaMihira | Nails |
| Body Parashara | Chin |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Cancer Sign (Kark) |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | Ashlesha translates to deception, overconfidence, extremes, cheating, intense research and study, as well as healing and transcendence. |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Mercury |
| Number | 9 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Di, Du, Dae, Do |
| Lucky Letters | D |
| Lucky Stone | Emerald |
| Lucky Colour | Black-Red |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 5 |
| Common Name | Alexandrian Laurel |
| Astronomical Name | Alpha Hydroe |
| Botanical Name | Calophyllum Inophyllum |
| Guna | Satwic |
| Dosh | Kapha |
| Element | Water |
| Bird | Small Blue Sparrow |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | Male Cat (Marjala) |
| Tree | Punnaga Tree or Naga Champa |
Nakshatra – Magha
Magha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Magha — Ranges from 0.00-13.20 degrees in the Leo sign)
Magha Nakshatra Characteristics
Servants, inclined to worship gods and ancestors, engage in important work
Deity of Ketu: Ganesha
| Meaning | Benevolent, bountiful, magnificent |
| Lord | Ketu |
| Body VarahaMihira | Nose |
| Body Parashara | Neck |
| Symbol | Throne |
| Deity | The Pitris-the Ancestral Fathers |
| Shakti | Leave the body |
| Caste | Shudra |
| Nature | The fierce or Severe (Ugra) |
| Gana | Rakshasa |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Leo sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | Mighty or Magnificent |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Ketu |
| Number | 10 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Ma, Mi, Mu, Me |
| Lucky Letters | M |
| Lucky Stone | Cats Eye |
| Lucky Colour | Ivory/Cream |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 7 |
| Common Name | Banyan |
| Astronomical Name | Regulus |
| Botanical Name | Ficusbengalensis |
| Element | Water |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Male Eagle |
| Yoni/Animal name | Male Rat |
| Tree | Banyan Tree |
Nakshatra – Purvaphalguni
Purvaphalguni Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Purva Phalguni — Ranges from Degrees 13:20 – 26:40 Leo sign)
Purvaphalguni Nakshatra Characteristics
Attractive, happy, generous, well-mannered, and lucky in relationships
Ruling Deity of Venus: Lakshmi
| Meaning | Previous red one |
| Body VarahaMihira | Genitals |
| Body Parashara | Shoulders |
| Symbol | Back legs of a bed |
| Deity | Aryaman – God of contracts & union, Sun as friend |
| Shakti | Procreation |
| Caste | Fierce, severe |
| Nature | The fierce or Severe (Ugra) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana (Human) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Leo sign |
| Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Translation | A Fig Tree |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Venus (Shukra) |
| Number | 11 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Mo, Ta, Tee, Too |
| Lucky Letters | M & T |
| Lucky Stone | Diamond |
| Lucky Colour | Light brown |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 9 |
| Astronomical Name | Delta Leonis |
| Common Name | Flame of the Forest; Palalsh |
| Botanical Name | Butea monosperma |
| Element | Regulus |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Element | Water |
| Bird | Gridhra Pakshi, Eagle |
| Yoni/Animal name | Female Rat |
| Tree | Palasha |
Nakshatra – Uttaraphalguni
Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Uttara Phalguni — Ranges from Degrees 26:40 Leo – 10 Virgo signs)
Uttaraphalguni Nakshatra Characteristics
Self-dependent, friendly, high-minded, amiable, successful, and loves to live in luxury
Deity of Sun: Shiva
| Meaning | Later red one |
| Lord | Sun |
| Body VarahaMihira | Genitals |
| Body Parashara | Heart |
| Symbol | Bed, legs of a cot |
| Deity | Bhaga-the Sun as bliss |
| Shakti (power) | Giving of prosperity through union or marriage |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Nature | The fixed or permanent (Dhruva) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Virgo sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | A fig tree |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Number | 12 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Tay, To, Pa, Pee |
| Lucky Letters | T & P |
| Lucky Stone | Ruby |
| Lucky Colour | Bright blue |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 1 |
| Common Name | Rose Laurel |
| Astronomical Name | Denebola |
| Botanical Name | Nerium Oleander |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Bird | Beetle |
| Yoni/Animal Name | Vrishabha (Bull) |
| Tree | Badari Tree (Ber, Jujube) |
Nakshatra – Hasta
Hasta Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Hasta — Ranges from degrees 10 – 23:20 in the Virgo sign)
Hasta Nakshatra Characteristics
The purity of thought, word and deed. Good self-control. Active. Very resourceful
Deity of Moon: Parvati
| Meaning | Hand |
| Lord | Moon |
| Body VarahaMihira | Hands |
| Body Parashara | Sides |
| Symbol | Hand or fist |
| Deity | Savitar-Sun as inspiration |
| Shakti (power) | Ability to get what one is aspiring to and keep it in one’s hands |
| Caste | Light, swift |
| Nature | The light (Lagu) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (Lord Like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Virgo sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The hand |
| Controlling/Controlling Planet | Moon (Chandra) |
| Number | 13 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names Letters | poo, sham, Naa, Taa |
| Lucky Letters | P, S, N & D |
| Lucky Stone | Pearl |
| Lucky Colour | Deep green |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 2 |
| Common Name | Hog Plum |
| Astronomical Name | Delta Corvi |
| Botanical Name | Spondias pinnate |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Bird | Vulture (Crow) |
| Yoni/Animal name | Female Buffalo (Mahisha) |
| Tree | Banyan Tree |
Nakshatra – Chitra
Chitra Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Chitra — Ranges from 23°20′ degrees in Virgo to 6°40′ in the Libra signs)
Chitra Nakshatra Characteristics
These natives generally enjoy good health and always look much younger than they actually are. They may look quite thin and weak at first appearance, but they have great stamina and are very muscular.
Deity of Mars: Muruga
| Meaning | Brilliant, distinguished |
| Lord | Mars |
| Symbol | Pearl |
| Deity | Vishvakarma- divine architect |
| Shakti | Ability to earn merit in life |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Nature | The soft mild and tender (Mridu) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Body VarahaMihira | Forehead |
| Body Parashara | Chest |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Virgo & Libra signs |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | Brilliant, Bright |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Mars – Mangal |
| Number | 14 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names letters | Pe, Po, Ra, Re |
| Lucky letters | P & R |
| Lucky Colour | Black |
| Gemstone | Coral |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 9 |
| Common Name | Sacred Garlic Pear |
| Astronomical Name | Spica Virginis -Vegus |
| Botanical Name | Cratevareligiosa |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Bird | Wood Pecker |
| Yoni/Animal name | Female Tiger (Vyaghra) |
| Tree | Bilva |
Nakshatra – Swati
Swati Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Swati — Ranges from Degrees 6:40 – 20 in the Libra sign)
Swati Nakshatra Characteristics
Soft-spoken, compassionate, controls passions, skilled in the trade, charitable
Swati Nakshatra Deity: Vayu-Wind
| Meaning | Independent, sword |
| Lord | Rahu |
| Body VarahaMihira | Teeth |
| Body Parashara | Stomach |
| Symbol | Coral, sapphire |
| Deity | Vayu-Wind |
| Shakti | Scatter like the wind |
| Caste | Vaishya |
| Nature | The movable or ephemeral (Chara) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (god-like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Libra sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The priest, the sword |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Rahu |
| Nakshatra Number | 15 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letters | Ru, Re, Ro, Ta |
| Lucky Letters | R & L |
| Lucky Stone | Gomedhaka |
| Lucky Colour | Black |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 4 |
| Common Name | Queen’s Flower |
| Astronomical Name | Arcturus |
| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia speciosa |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Honey Bee |
| Yoni/Animal name | Male Buffalo |
| Tree | Arjuna Tree (Matti) |
Nakshatra – Vishakha
Vishakha Nakshatra Astrology Range
(Vishakha — Ranges from Degrees 20 Libra – 3:20 Scorpio signs)
Vishakha Nakshatra Characteristics
Energy, strength, power; good money-making skills
Deity of Jupiter : Shiva
| Meaning | Branched, forked branches |
| Lord | Jupiter |
| Body VarahaMihira | Arms |
| Body Parashara | Navel |
| Symbol | Leaf decked triumphal gate, potters wheel |
| Deity | Indragni- gods of lightning and fire |
| Shakti | Achieve many and various fruits |
| Caste | Shoodra |
| Nature | The Sharp and Soft (Mixed) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Scorpio Sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | Enter the heavens |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Jupiter |
| Number | 16 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letters | Ti, Tu, Te, To |
| Lucky Letters | Z |
| Lucky Stone | Yellow Sapphire |
| Lucky Colour | Golden |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 3 |
| Common name | Wood Apple, Kaith, Vila |
| Astronomical name | Alpha Librae |
| Botanical name | Feronia Limonia |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Sattwic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Red Tail Sparrow |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Male Tiger (Vyaghra) |
| Tree | Vikankata and Wood Apple tree |
Nakshatra – Anuradha
Anuradha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Anuradha — Ranges from degrees 3:20 – 16:40 of Scorpio sign)
Anuradha Nakshatra Characteristics
Beautiful face, bright eyes, soft, tender. he native of Anuradha Nakshatra will have a handsome face and bright eyes. In some cases, though, where the combination of planets is not good, he may have cruel looks. He has a special aptitude to handle the most difficult situation in a systematic way. Still, he will have depressed looks and lack peace of mind. He will always be in a vindictive mood. Despite these shortcomings, he is very hard working and always ready to complete the task given to him.
Deity of Saturn: Hanuman
| Meaning | A flash of lightning, a spark, success |
| Lord | Saturn |
| Symbol | Lotus flower – the ability and determination to blossom in the midst of life’s great difficulties. |
| Deity | Mitra – the God of friendship and compassion who encourages cooperation among people. |
| Shakti | worship |
| Caste | Shudra |
| Nature | The soft mild and tender (Mridu) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (God-like) |
| Body VarahaMihira | Breasts, heart |
| Body Parashara | Waist |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Scorpio sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | Anuradha translates into ‘after Radha’ and indicates ‘subsequent successes’. |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Saturn – Shani |
| Nakshatra Number | 17 |
| Gender | Male |
| Lucky Stone | Blue Sapphire |
| Names Letters | naa, nee, nuu, nae |
| Lucky Letters | N |
| Lucky Colour | Red Brown |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 8 |
| Common Name | Bullet Wood, Magilam |
| Astronomical Name | Delta Scorpii |
| Botanical Name | Mimusops elangi |
| Element | Fire |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Bird | Nightingale (Owl) |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Female Deer or Hare |
| Tree | Bakula (Vakula) |
Nakshatra – Jyeshtha
Jyeshta Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Jyeshta — Ranges from degrees 16:40 – 30 in the Scorpio)
Jyeshta Nakshatra Characteristics
Brilliant analytical abilities, very few friends, but cheerful and virtuous
Deity of Mercury: Vishnu
| Meaning | The eldest |
| Lord | Mercury (Budha) |
| Body VarahaMihira | Neck |
| Body Parashara | Upper hips |
| Symbol | Earring, umbrella, talisman |
| Deity | Vishnu |
| Shakti | To rise or conquer, and muster courage in battle |
| Caste | Sankara |
| Nature | The Sharp or Dreadful (Tikshna) or hard (Daruna) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Scorpio Sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | Eldest sister, river Ganges |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Mercury (Budha) |
| Number | 18 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | No, Ya, Yi, Yu |
| Lucky Letters | N & Y |
| Lucky Stone | Emerald |
| Lucky Colour | Cream |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 5 |
| Common Name | Rattan |
| Astronomical Name | Antares |
| Botanical Name | Calammus rotang |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Sattwic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Bird | Brahmani Duck |
| Yoni/Animal Name | A Male Deer or Hare |
| Tree | Shalmali (Cotton Tree) |
Nakshatra – Moola
Moola Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Moola — Ranges from Degrees 00 to 13:20 in the Sagittarius sign)
Moola Nakshatra Characteristics
Has a philosophical nature, is curious, enjoys exploring the depths of any subject. He is also rich, happy, not inclined to hurt others, and is opinionated
Deity of Ketu: Ganesha
| Meaning | Root, commencement |
| Lord | Ketu |
| Body VarahaMihira | Feet |
| Body Parashara | Lower hips |
| Symbol | Bundle of roots or lion’s tail |
| Deity | Nirritti — goddess of disaster, Alaksmi |
| Shakti | To ruin or destroy |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Nature | The Sharp or Dreadful (Tikshna) or hard (Daruna) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana (demon) |
| Rashi/Zodiac | Sagittarius Sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The root |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Ketu |
| Number | 19 |
| Gender | Neuter |
| Names Letter | Ye, Yo, Bha, Bhe |
| Lucky Letters | Y & B |
| Lucky Stone | Cats Eye |
| Lucky Colour | Brown Yellow |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 7 |
| Common name | Anjan, Kammara |
| Astronomical name | Lambda Scorpii |
| Botanical name | Hardwickia binate |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Bird | Red Vulture |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Male Dog |
| Tree | Sarjaka |
Nakshatra – Purvashadha
Purvashada Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Purvashada — Ranges from Degrees 13:20 – 26:40 Sagittarius sign)
Purvashada Nakshatra Characteristics:
Proud, strong attachment to friends, compatible with the spouse
Deity of Venus: Lakshmi
| Meaning | Earlier victory |
| Lord | Venus |
| Body VarahaMihira | Thighs |
| Body Parashara | Genitals |
| Symbol | Tusk of an elephant, fan |
| Deity | Apas — goddess of Waters |
| Shakti | Invigoration |
| Caste | Brahmana |
| Nature | The fierce or Severe ( Ugra) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana (human) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Sagittarius sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | The undefeated or unsubdued |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Venus |
| Number | 20 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Bu, Dah, Bha, Dha |
| Lucky Letters | B & G |
| Lucky Stone | Diamond |
| Lucky Colour | Black |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 6 |
| Common Name | Banyan |
| Astronomical Name | Delta Sagittarii |
| Botanical Name | Ficusbengalensis |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Bird | Francolin |
| Yoni/Animal Name | A Male Monkey |
| Tree | Tintrini Vruksha (Tamarind Tree) |
Nakshatra – Uttarashadha
Uttarashadha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Uttarashada — Ranges from Degrees 26:40 Sagittarius – 10 Capricorn signs)
Uttarashadha Nakshatra Characteristics
Seeking spiritual wisdom; gets deeply involved in work; obeys elders, virtuous and grateful, pure-hearted(.
Deity of Sun: Shiva
| Meaning | Later victory |
| Lord | Sun |
| Body VarahaMihira | Thighs |
| Body Parashara | Scrotum |
| Symbol | Elephant’s tusk, the planks of a bed |
| Deity | Vishvadevas-Universal Gods |
| Shakti | Grant an unchallengeable victory |
| Caste | Vyshya |
| Nature | The fixed or permanent (Dhruva) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana (Human) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Sagittarius signs & Capricorn signs |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | Later victory |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Number | 21 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | Be, Bo, Ja, Ji |
| Lucky Letters | B & G |
| Lucky Stone | Ruby |
| Lucky Colour | Copper |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 1 |
| Common Name | Bread Fruit |
| Astronomical Name | Sigma Sagittarii |
| Botanical Name | Artocarpus heterophyllus |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Sattwic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Stork |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Male Mongoose |
| Tree | Palasa (Jackfruit Tree) |
Nakshatra – Shravana
Shravana Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Shravana — Ranges from Degrees 10.00 – 23.20 in the Capricorn sign)
Shravana Nakshatra Characteristics
Wealthy, learned, liberal-minded spouse, fame.
soft-spoken and in his work, methodical. He has his set of values in life and likes to conform to them always. One of them is maintaining neatness and cleanliness in his surroundings. He is compassionate and likes to help those who are in need. He does not expect anything from those whom he helps, but on the contrary, usually gets only deceit in return for his good deeds. This native is also conscious about the food that he eats. He is a believer in God and his guru (spiritual teacher). He will face many ups and downs in his life
However, he will be very mentally matured and will love to learn new things all the time.
Deity of Moon: Parvati
| Meaning | Famous, hearing |
| Lord | Vishnu |
| Body VarahaMihira | Ears |
| Body Parashara | Lower belly |
| Symbol | Three footprints, trident, ear |
| Deity | Vishnu — the All-Pervasive |
| Shakti | Connection |
| Caste | Shoodra |
| Nature | The movable or ephemeral (Chara) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (God Like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Capricorn sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | To hear |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Moon |
| Number | 22 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names letter | Ju, Je, Jo, Gha |
| Lucky letters | K |
| Lucky Stone | Pearl |
| Lucky Colour | Light Blue |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 2 |
| Common Name | Swallow Wort, Milk Weed, Erukku |
| Astronomical Name | Alpha Aquiloe |
| Botanical Name | Calotropis Gigantea |
| Element | Air |
| Guna | Rajasic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Francolin |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Female Monkey |
| Tree | Arka Tree, |
Nakshatra – Dhanishtha
Dhanishtha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Dhanishta — Ranges from degrees 23°20′ in Capricorn to 6°40′ in the Aquarius sign)
Dhanishtha Nakshatra Characteristics
Those natives born in the Dhanishta Nakshatra are courageous, rich and love music.
very intelligent and has good general knowledge. He possesses a religious spirit,great reserves of patience.
Deity of Mars: Muruga
| Meaning | Star of Symphony, ownership of property |
| Symbol | Musical drum |
| Lord | Mars |
| Deity | The eight Vasus, the solar gods of energy and light |
| Shakti | Power to give abundance and fame |
| Caste | Shoodra |
| Nature | The movable or ephemeral (Chara) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana (demon) |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Capricorn Sign & Aquarius Sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | The richest, most beneficent |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Number | 23 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names Letter | yam, ram |
| Lucky Letters | G |
| Lucky Stone | Coral |
| Lucky Colour | Silver Grey |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 9 |
| Common Name | Indian Mesquite, Vanni, Kejari |
| Astronomical Name | Beta Delphinum |
| Botanical Name | Prosopis cinenaria |
| Element | Ether |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Bird | Golden Bee |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Female Lion |
| Tree | Shami or coconut |
Nakshatra – Shatbhisha
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Shatabhisha — Ranges from Degrees 6:40 – 20 in the Aquarius sign)
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Characteristics
Self-dependent, harsh but truthful, does unnecessary work.He does not hesitate to sacrifice his self-interests to stand by his principles. His creed is self-service. He also follows religious rituals strictly.
Though he is intelligent in most areas of life, he is very emotional. When provoked, he can blow his top off, but his anger is soon subdued. He is not prone to flaunt his assets or talents, and is very modest in that way, though they soon get revealed through his words and actions.
Deity of Rahu: Durga
| Meaning | 100 medicines or doctors |
| Lord | Rahu |
| Body- VarahaMihira | Chin, laughter |
| Body- Parashara | Knees |
| Symbol | Empty circle or a charm |
| Deity | Varuna-god of Cosmic Waters |
| Shakti | Healing |
| Caste | Shudra |
| Nature | The movable or ephemeral (Chara) |
| Gana | Rakshasa Gana |
| Rashi / Zodiac | Aquarius sign |
| Marriage | Not Auspicious |
| Translation | The hundred healers |
| Controlling/Ruling Planet | Rahu |
| Number | 24 |
| Gender | Neuter |
| Names Letter | Go, Sa, Si, Su |
| Lucky Letters | G & S |
| Lucky Stone | Gomedhaka |
| Lucky Colour | Blue Green |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 4 |
| Common Name | Kadambha |
| Astronomical Name | Lambda Aquarii |
| Botanical Name | Anthocephalus cadamba a |
| Element | Ether |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Vata |
| Bird | Raven |
| Yoni/Animal name | A Female Horse |
| Tree | Kadamba |
Nakshatra – Poorvabhadrapada
Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Purva Bhadrapada — Ranges from Degrees 20 Aquarius – 3:20 Pisces signs)
Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Characteristics
Intelligent scholar; skilled at making money.
Usually a peace-loving person, but flares up occasionally. He likes to lead a simple life. Since he follows strict values, he has to suffer whenever he sees them being violated. When he speaks, he does not take sides but speaks impartially. He does not blindly believe in religious principles. Although he helps the needy, all he gets in return is hatred and resistance. He is very religious and prays and preforms all rituals as indicated in scriptures. Though he may sometimes be financially weak, he gets a lot of respect from others.
Deity of Jupiter: Shiva
| Nakshatra Meaning | Earlier auspicious one |
| Nakshatra Lord | Jupiter |
| Nakshatra Body- VarahaMihira | Legs |
| Nakshatra Body- Parashara | Left thigh |
| Nakshatra Symbol | Front of a funeral cot, two faced man |
| Nakshatra Deity | Aja Ekapada — one footed serpen,horned goat, unicorn |
| Shakti | Gives the fire to raise one worshipping up in life |
| Nakshatra Caste | Brahmin |
| Nakshatra Nature | The fierce or Severe (Ugra) |
| Nakshatra Gana | Manushya Gana |
| Nakshatra Rashi/Zodiac | Pisces signs |
| Nakshatra Marriage | Not auspicious |
| Nakshatra Translation | The former one who possess lucky feet |
| Nakshatra Controlling/Ruling Planet | Jupiter |
| Number | 25 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names Letters | Se, So, The, Di |
| Lucky Letters | S & D |
| Lucky stone | Yellow Sapphire |
| Lucky Colour | Silver Grey |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 3 |
| Nakshatra Common Name | Mango |
| Nakshatra Astronomical Name | Alpha Pegasi |
| Nakshatra Botanical Name | Mangifera indica |
| Nakshatra Element | Ether |
| Nakshatra Guna | Sattwic |
| Nakshatra Dosha | Vata |
| Nakshatra Bird | Avocet |
| Nakshatra Yoni/Animal Name | A Male Lion |
| Nakshatra Tree | Mango |
Nakshatra – Uttarabhadrapada
Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Uttara Bhadrapada — Ranges from Degrees 3:20 – 16:40 in the Pisces sign)
Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Characteristics
Happy people, good orators, love children and grandchildren, truthful and chaste
He does not discriminate between the high or low social standing of a person before befriending him or her. He has a pure heart and will never do or say anything to hurt other people. However, one of his major negative points is that he has a short temper, but this too does not last long. And, when he loves or likes anyone, he will go to great extents do anything to make them happy. A man of learning, he possesses great wisdom and is also a great orator. He is capable of overcoming any obstacles in his path to reach the very top of his profession. This native is highly sexually charged and is always on the lookout for the company of the opposite sex.
Deity of Saturn: Hanuman
| Meaning | Later auspicious one |
| Lord/Swami Grah | Saturn |
| Body | Ankles |
| Symbol | Back legs of a funeral cot |
| Deity | Ahir Budhya — dragon of the Depths of the atmosphere |
| Shakti | Bringing of the rain |
| Caste | Kshatriya |
| Nature | The fixed or permanent (Dhruva) |
| Gana | Manushya Gana |
| Rashi / Zodiac Sign | Pisces sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The beautiful left foot, or ray of light |
| Ruling/Controlling Planet | Saturn |
| Number | 26 |
| Gender | Male |
| Names Letter | Du, Jham, Jna |
| Lucky Letters | D, Z, N & Y |
| Lucky Stone | Blue Saffire |
| Lucky Colour | Purple |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 8 |
| Common Name | Neem |
| Astronomical Name | Gamma Pegasi |
| Botanical Name | Agadirachta indica |
| Element | Ether |
| Guna | Tamasic |
| Dosha | Pitta |
| Bird | Kotan |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | A Female Cow |
| Tree | Neem |
Nakshatra – Revati
Revati Nakshatra Astrological Range
(Revati — Ranges from Degrees 16.40 – 30.00 in the Pisces sign)
Revati Nakshatra Characteristics
Perfect limbs, amicable manners, deep knowledge, wealthy, does not covet the property of others.
Pure-hearted, soft-spoken and sincere in his dealings, both in his personal and professional lives. Also, he knows the right thing to say at the right time, so he is unlikely to ever hurt anyone with his words or deeds. Because he leads an independent life, he can easily get hurt if someone tries to control his independence. Though he does not trust anyone blindly, once he has given them his trust after great deliberation, he tends to get attached to those people. This native is very ambitious, and even a slight setback can make him depressed.
Deity of Mercury: Vishnu
| Meaning | The nourisher, who offers guidance and protection on one’s path |
| Lord/Swami Grah | Mercury |
| Body | Feet, Ankles, Abdomen and Groin |
| Symbol | Drum for keeping time |
| Deity | Pushan – the nurturer protector of flocks and herds |
| Caste | Vyshya |
| Nature | The soft mild and tender (Mridu) |
| Gana | Deva Gana (god like) |
| Rashi / Zodiac Sign | Pisces sign |
| Marriage | Auspicious |
| Translation | The one who is wealthy |
| Controlling Planet | Mercury |
| Number | 27 |
| Gender | Female |
| Names letters | The, Tho, Cha, Chi |
| Lucky letters | D & C |
| Lucky Colour | Brown |
| Lucky Stone | Emerald |
| Lucky or Favourable Numbers | 5 |
| Common Name | Indian Butter Tree |
| Astronomical Name | Zeta Piscium |
| Botanical Name | Madhuca indica |
| Element | Ether |
| Guna | Sattwic |
| Dosha | Kapha |
| Bird | Kestrel |
| Yoni/Animal Symbol | A Female Elephant |
| Tree | Madhuka or Honey tree, Butter Tree,Mahua |