THE 27 NAKSHATRAS AND THEIR CHARACTERISTICS

NAKSHATRAS


Naksha means the approach and Tra means to guard.  Nakshatras break up the zodiac into equal segments.   There are 27 Nakshatras and each Nakshatra takes up a space of 13'20" in the Zodiac.   These are also called as Lunar Mansions.  Moon has special relationship with Nakshatras.  The Nakshatra position of the Moon is vital and it is the focal point in Vedic Astrology.   Each Nakshatra has a planetary ruler assigned to it and this rulership is important in Vimshottari Dasha System.  Nakshatras with their cosmic powers rule and direct life towards its karmic path, subtly influencing to bring about changes in the psyche. The power of Nakshatras should never be underestimated. Their capacity of changing our life patterns is of prime importance in the Vedic astrology. 


ASHWINI


This is ruled by Ketu


Commandants, Physicians, Merchants,Handsome,Show Personalities,, Lovely, Intelligent.


BHARANI


This is ruled  by Venus


Low born Persons, Devoid of Courage, Rigid, Healthy, Dexterous,  Sorrow free, Happy


KRITTIKA


This is ruled by Sun


White Fire, Sacred Personalities, Priests, Astrologers, Improper Relations, Energitic,Famous, Strong appetite


ROHINI


This is ruled by Moon


Merchandiser, King, Wealthy, Men in Authority, Yogi,Frank, Steady Mind, Heart.


MRIGASHIRA


This is ruled by Mars


Flowers, Fruits, Gems, Foresters, Beasts, Musicians, Carriers, Fickle Minded, Shy, Wealthy, Epicure


ARDRA


This is ruled  by Rahu


Liers, Animal Catchers, Thieves,  Sorcerers, Cruel, Ungrateful, Mischievious, Vicious, Authority


PUNARVASU


This is ruled by Jupiter


Truthful, Generous, Pure, Intelligent, Handsome, Rich, Servants, Good Nature, Thirsty, Dull Intellect


PUSHYA


This is ruled by  Saturn


Virtuous, Sacrifices, Calm, Steady, Wealthy, Religious


ASHLESHA   


This is ruled by Mercury


Artificial, Roots, Evil deeds, Cheater, Eater,Fruitful


MAGHA  


This is ruled by Ketu


Enthusiastic,  Devoted to Devas and Ancestors, Carnivorous, Devoted to Parents, Traders, Wealthy


POORVA PHALGUNI       


This is ruled  by Venus


Actors, Amiable, Musicians, Artists, Sweet and Persuasive in Speech, Generous, Majestic, Honoror


UTTARA PHALGUNI         


This is ruled by Sun


Kind Hearted, Modest, Charitable, Learned, Rich, Devoted to duty, Beautiful, Lovely, Literary Earnings, Enjoyer


HASTA    


This is ruled by Moon


Artisans, Learned in Vedas, Excited easily,Heartless, Drinkers,Thief


CHITRA   


This is ruled by Mars


Beautiful Eyes and Limbs, Weavers, Mathematicians, Opthalmic Surgeons, Writings


SWATI    


This is ruled by Rahu


Traders, Unsteady, Feeble, Ascetics, Subdued Passions, Sweet Spoken, Generous, Religious


VISHAKHA   


This is ruled by Jupiter


Men or women devoted to Indra, Jealous, Fair, Clever, Speaker


ANURADHA   


This is ruled by Saturn


Men of Prowess, Hungry,  Wanderer, Tourists, Honest Persons


JYESHTA 


This is ruled by Mercury


Wealth, Fame, Thieves, Virtuous, Short tempered


MOOLA   


This is ruled by Ketu


Physicians, Wealthy, Fixed,  Respectable, Enjoyer


POORVASHADA   


This is ruled by Venus


Truthful, Wealthy,  Loyal, Comfortable, Honorable


UTTARASHADA   


This is ruled by Sun


Wrestlers, Warriors, Valorous,Gentle, Humble, Religious


SHRAVANA   


This is ruled by  Moon


Efficient, Energitic, Righteous, Devotees of Lord Vishnu, Truthful, Prosperous, Fruitful, Liberal Wife, Versed in Vedas,


DHANISHTA   


This is ruled by Mars


Prideless, Fast Friends, Charitable, Wealthy, Peaceful, Self Controlled


SHATABISHA    


This is ruled by Rahu


Truthful, Frank, Vicious, Snarers


POORVABHADRAPADA     


This is ruled by Jupiter


Clever, Uncharitable, Controlled by Spouse, Negative, Pessimist,


UTTARABHADRAPADA  


This is ruled by Saturn


Engaged in Sacrifices, Penance, Charity, Wealthy, Eloquent  Speaker, Victorious, Religious


REVATI          


This is ruled by Mercury


Traders, Sailors, Well devloped Limbs, Graceful, Lovely, Pure, Wealthy, Fickle minded