Birth Star

What is a Nakshatra (Birth star)?

Hindu astrology has a unique system of prediction that is based on the position of the moon in a given Nakshatra (constellation). Just as the units used for measuring the distance is miles or kilometers in the same way the space (Akash Mandal) is measured in terms of Nakshatras (group of stars). There are twenty-seven Nakshatras in all. Each one of them covers 13 degrees and 20 minutes of the zodiac. Each Nakshatra is the head of a particular group of stars. A forecast based on the transit/ correlation/ inter - relation of planets in relation to the Nakshatras are more accurate than the results predicted on the basis of any other system.

The concept of Nakshatra is exclusive only to Vedic astrology, and is known to give much more accurate results. Nakshatras are the backbone of astrology and were taken into account even before Sign system was considered. Nakshatras are considered throughout the astrological analysis.

What does the Nakshatra got to do with you?

The zodiac is divided into 27 Nakshatra zones. Therefore, while navigating across the zodiac, the Moon has to pass through one of the Nakshatras. When you were born, the Nakshatra in which the Moon was situated at that time is called your "Janma Nakshatra" (Birth star). Accurate predictions can be made after ascertaining your Janma Nakshatra. You can exploit opportunities through proper interpretation of the Nakshatra. Similarly, you can ward off the negatives if you take corrective measures. Nakshatras are also associated with colors, symbols, deities; gemstones etc. Now know your Nakshatra and its characteristics…

Ashwini (0°00' - 13°30' Aries)

General Characteristics: Good looking, gentle and pleasant manners, intelligent, talented at work intelligent; skilled in work
Symbol: A horse's head
Animal Symbol: A male horse
Ruling Planet: Kethu
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity - Ashwini Kumaras, the golden armored, horse headed twins, of ancient Vedic lore, who performed many miracles in the form of physicians, to the celestial gods.

Favorable: A competent worker who performs above average on the job, intelligent, self sufficient, natural healer, helps others, good dressing sense, wealthy, attractive, powerful, intuitive, idealistic, spiritually inclined, adventurous, independent, strong, powerful, charming, and playful in nature, nurturer, traveler, and loves family.

Unfavorable: Hasty behavior, impulsiveness, desire to pursue new experiences in life; which leaving things unfinished, aggressive, stubborn, prefers doing things in their own way, easily gets disappointed, when things do not work as planned, dissatisfied, arrogant, lack of mental quietude, over passionate.

Bharani (Cherishing, supporting, & nurturing) (13°20' - 26°40' Aries)

General Characteristics: Successful at work, capable, truthful, and free from diseases & grief.
Symbol: A Yoni, the organ of female reproduction
Animal Symbol: The Elephant
Ruling Planet: Venus
Nature: Manushya (human)
Presiding deity: Yama - the god of death

Strengths: Clever and able to achieve tasks faster, enjoys new experiences, spontaneous, dutiful, loyal to the family and friends, courageous attitude, good health/longevity, talented in career, satisfied, leader - does well in public life, creative, artistic, and materialistic.

Weakness: Over burdened, restless, amoral, unpredictable character, too clever, stubborn, childlike, vulnerable, vigor, expects discipline, irritable, impatient, potential to burnout, sexually indulgent, vane, moralist, judgmental.

Krittika (26°40' Aries to 10° Taurus)

General Characteristics: Determined to achieve greatness, sharp, striking and penetrating by nature.
Symbol: Axe, sharp edge, or flame, razor
Animal Symbol: Female Sheep
Ruling Planet: Sun
Nature: Demon-like (Rakshasa)
Presiding deity: Agni - the god of fire

Strengths: Famous within their group, handsome in appearance, self motivated, a determined achiever, materialistic and acquires many possessions, bright, strong appetites to food, goal oriented, dignified, takes pride in what they do, good leader, honors commitments, confident, courageous, straight forward, peaceful nature, ambitious.

Weakness: Unstable mind, wavering thoughts, hesitant, stubborn, dissatisfied, impatient, responds too strongly to challenges, sets goals or expectations too high, worsens out health condition by constant activities, nervous, excitable, aggressive, passive-aggressive, fighting nature, greedy, motivated by desire, child-like in nature.

Rohini (The red one) (10° Taurus to 23°20' Taurus)

General Characteristics: Emphasis on spiritual liberation, truthful, not envious, hygienic, polite in talks, unwavering views and thoughts, good looking
Symbol: An ox cart/chariot
Animal Symbol: A male serpent - spiritual power and wisdom
Ruling Planet: The Moon
Nature: Humanity (Manushya)
Presiding deity: Brahma – the creator of the universe

Strengths: Lovely appearance, charming, good communicator and listener, attractive, inner strength, effects others, strong social life, gentle mannered, comforting, truthful, morally oriented, talks soothingly, sharp, balanced at mind, fixed in purpose, well educated, financially strong, dutiful to the family, responsible, helpful, gifted at arts, healthy, friendly, non-envious.

Weakness: Indulgent, materialistic, takes advantage of others through manipulation and deception, sexually or sensually indulgent, critical of others, possessive, jealous, overly sensitive, variable in nature, addictive, indecisive.

Mrigashira (Face of the deer) (23°20 Taurus to 6°40' Gemini)

General Characteristics: Spiritual intelligence and research abilities, self motivated, spiritual liberation, lack firm or fixed views, capable yet timid, good at talks, active habits.
Symbol: Antelope's head
Animal Symbol: Female serpent - sensual seductive nature
Ruling Planet: Mars
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity: Soma, the moon god

Strengths: Strong individuality, sharp and intelligent, natural leader, action oriented, witty, curious, seeks new knowledge, perceptive and sensitive, likes good clothing and accessories, gains many pleasures in life, enjoys singing, writing, talking, and speaking, creative, articulate in a number of subjects - enjoys debates and arguments, enthusiastic, youthful, clever, curious, hopeful, rapid learning ability, friendly, funny, has a number of friends and romantic interests, sensual, hard workers, affluent.

Weakness: Impulsive, flirtatious, fickle, needs constant attention, multiple partnerships, craves sensation, not committed, burns out from seeking too much excitement, gets turned off easily, scattered, critical, bitter in conversing, helpless, suspicious, unbalanced, sensitive to criticism.

Arudra (The moist one) (6°40 to 20°00' Gemini)

General Characteristics: Deep and passionate thinker, motivated by desire.
Translation: The moist one
Symbol: The human head
Animal Symbol: Female Dog
Ruling Planet: Rahu
Nature: Humanity (Manushya)
Presiding deity: Rudra, the god of storm and destruction

Strengths: Curious at mind, hunger for knowledge, quick in action, good memory power, prefers physical work to mental work tends to get government support easily, great communicator, truthful, compassionate towards those in pain, might get rid of bad habits at one point of time.

Weakness: Arrogant, abuses power, lust for material attainments, ungrateful, mischievous, reckless, anti-social, causes trouble to others, self-serving, dishonest, stubborn, critical, impolite, untruthful, poor at financial planning, excessive indulgences, causes pain or agony to others, violent, complaining.

Punarvasu (Being good again and again) (20° Gemini to 3°20' Cancer)

General Characteristics: Intellectual and spiritual in wisdom, material prosperity, good natured, quiet, patient, devout, lives in comfort.
Symbol: Bow and a quiver of arrows
Animal Symbol: Female Cat; sensitive and need for independence
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity: Aditi; the Goddess of harvest

Strengths: Caring, loving, nurturing, easily contented, friendly, good natured, simplicity in life, lives for the moment, generous, sharing in nature, religious inclinations, interested in spiritual writings and philosophies, potential in the communications field - can be good writers and inspiring speakers, profound imagination, purifies self to make spiritual progress, ability to connect with others, successful projects.

Weakness: Simple approach to life leading to lack of intelligence, lack of material drive due to focus on spirituality, lack of foresight leads to complications; including frequent moving, unstable relationships, and multiple jobs/careers, fickle at nature, indecisive, frequently falls ill, critical, over intellectualized life, gets bored too easily in life.

Pushya (To provide nourishment) (3°20' to 16°40' Cancer)

General Characteristics: In control of passions, liked by all, knowledge in various subjects, rich and fond of doing charitable acts.
Symbol: The udder of a cow, Flower, a circle, an arrow
Animal Symbol: A shove
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity: Brihaspati, the planet Jupiter, lord of sacred speech and prayer

Strengths: Hard working, creative, tolerant of pain, intelligent, learned, liked by many, spiritual, intuitive by wisdom, helpful in nature, good advisors and public servants, independent, interested in education and humanitarian causes, philanthropic, socially adept, make people feel wanted, selfless, good at finances, respected, moderate, possesses spiritual practices, passionate and defensive about things they believe in.

Weakness: Stubborn, selfish, arrogant, very talkative, dogmatic, fundamentalist, overly sensitive, doubtful of self worthiness, devotion can seldom turn to victimization, get easily deceived by believing in the wrong people, insecure feeling.

Aslesha (The entwiner) (16°40' to 30°00' Cancer)

General Characteristics: Motivated by dharma; represents the kundalini or serpent fire located at the base of the spine.
Symbol: coiled snake, circle, or wheel
Animal Symbol: Male Cat
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Ahi - the naga or serpent of wisdom

Strengths: Philosophical, intelligent, versatile, clever, independent, has a number of different jobs, entertainer, learned, leadership qualities, can accomplish much if motivated, wealthy, mystical, puts great energy into things that interest them, seductive in nature, benefits from spiritual work.

Weakness:Mentally unstable, worrisome, depressed in nature, deceitful, non caring attitude, impolite, tactless, unpopular, lacks social skills, rule breaker, hoarding mentality, possessive, secretive, talkative, lacks appreciation, scattered and unproductive, reckless, disconnected, temperamental, bluffs to serve their needs, spiteful, introspective, reclusive, ungrateful, and blunt.

Magha (The Mighty One) (0°00 to 13°20' Leo)

General Characteristics: Has numerous servants, spiritually inclined to worship God and ancestors, engaged often at work
Symbol: Palanquin; the royal seat upon which the king is carried through his towns, royal throne room
Animal Symbol: Male rat
Ruling Planet: Ketu
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Pitras - Fathers of Humanity; guardian angels who gives protection in the event of calamities.

Strengths: Clear, intelligent, has many admirers, positive, conservative, balanced, respectful to others, kind, helps others, love life and parties will be to the maximum, dependable, likes to be honored for accomplishments, respectful of traditions, enjoys ceremonies, follows chains of command, does well when praised, likes to be served and given attention.

Weekness: Arrogant, short tempered, prejudiced, jealous, resentful, has a strong dislike for those who dislike them; or to those who treat them with disrespect, discontented when fails to meet goals, too high standards, susceptible to flattery, cruel to those who don't show them respect, racial superiority, susceptible to physical problems.

Purva Phalguni (The Former Red One or A Fig Tree) (13°20' to 26°30' Leo)

General Characteristics: Polite in speech, generous in nature, a habit of wandering,
Symbol: Swinging hammock - rest and restoration, front legs of a bed, or a post.
Animal Symbol: Female Rat
Ruling Planet: Venus
Nature: Humanity (Manushya)
Presiding deity: Bhaga; the god of good fortune and prosperity.

Strengths: Creative, intelligent, active, charming, sincere, leadership qualities, carefree in nature, physical approaches to healing, open minded, sweet at speech, generous, demands fame and attention, faithful to issues; and those they believe them, mystical nature, spokesperson, aristocratic, cultured, refined, gifted in fine arts, youthful, enthusiastic, loving, good at relationships.

Weakness: Vanity, indulgent, impulsive at mind, immoral in nature, selfish, reckless, spend thrift - accumulates debt, addictive personality, hates being uncomfortable, needs stimulation, spiteful, lack of planning, and unmotivated.

Uttara Phalguni (The latter red one or a fig tree) (26°40' Leo to 10°00' Virgo)

General Characteristics: Emphasis on healing others, earns money by their learning, liked by all, live a life in comfort and luxury.
Symbol: A bed or 2 rear legs of a cot.
Animal Symbol: Male Cow (bull)
Ruling Planet: Sun
Nature: Manushya (human)
Presiding deity: Aryaman; The God of leadership, honor, nobility and society.

Strengths: Popular, hard worker, ambitious, benefits from those in power, good communicator, successful, friendly, reliable, focused, happy in nature, loves luxury and comfort, material desires are fulfilled, capacity for enjoying life, liberal; yet has fixed principles, balanced leader, happy, socially adept, generally fortunate, generous, kind, compassionate, courage, endurance, spiritual and mental advancements.

Weakness: Immoral, over-giving, egotistical, restless, inconsiderate of others’ feelings, obstinate, aloof, bossy, vain, arrogant, takes too much for themselves, stubborn, critical, resentful, a social climber, could be sad or angry under a happy smile, and lack of self confidence.

Hasta (The hand) (10°00' to 23°20' Virgo)

General Characteristics: : Purity at thought and deed; as well as self-control, active, and full of resources.
Symbol: A hand - open hand blessing humanity.
Animal Symbol: Female Buffalo
Ruling Planet: Moon
Nature: Deva (god-like)
Presiding deity: Savitar; the Sun God who imparts creativity and transforms energy.

Strengths: Creative, pleasant, humorous, skilled at arts, charming, practical, attractive, wealth will be acquired late in life, many relationships, generous, unattached, intelligent, persuasive, cordial, weighs their words to avoid expressing anger, self-motivated, in control, focused on acquisition, good at defending and promoting their own interests, understands the value of social rituals and courtesies, skilled in providing service, insensitive, takes advantage of opportunities in new areas or in foreign lands, competent, determined, industrious worker, easily changes.

Weakness: Likes competition and conflicts, restless - wants spiritual experiences, changeable, con artist, self interest, emotionally unsettled, lower self opinion, blatant, mistrustful, overindulgence in pleasuring themselves, nasty, mechanical in dealing with those who provide them no advantage, abuse of drugs, controlling, alcohol, and/or food to cope, critical when under stress, suppressed, health issues.

Chitra (The brilliant) (23°20 Virgo to 6°40' Libra)

General Characteristics: Attractive, sociable, intelligent, and natural leaders.
Symbol: A bright jewel or pearl; reflecting the spirit within us, or a shining light.
Animal Symbol: Female tiger
Ruling Planet: Mars
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Lord Tvashtar or Vishvakarma; the celestial architect of the universe.

Strengths: Attractive, artistic, great lovers, independent, natural leader who wants to make an impact on their lives, sociable, perceptive, high-spirited, elegant, conversant, dignified, judicious, good business skills, happy, well dressed and well groomed, well read, drawn to philosophy and social thought, performs well outside their native or in foreign countries, handy, incline toward more physical expressions of art such as sculpture, printmaking, competent designer.

Weakness: Superiority complex, arrogant, easily bored, self centered, attracted to exciting; yet negligent mates, quarrelsome, critical, too quick to challenge someone's view point, corrupt, amoral, does not save money.

Swati (The priest, the sword) (6°40 to 20°20' Libra)

General Characteristics: Sweet, soft spoken, righteous, compassionate, mild, quiet natured, controls passions and desires, skilled in trade, merciful, charitable.
Symbol: Coral; strong intuitive and psychic properties - A young sprout quivering in the wind.
Animal Symbol: Male Buffalo
Ruling Planet: Rahu
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity: Vayu the demigod of wind, air, and breath.

Strengths: Tender, moral, good at business; clever in trade and commerce, truth-seeking, studious, meek, truthful, humanitarian; cares about others, leaps before acting, accurate, reduces things to their simplest components, uncorrupted, friendly, positive outlook, disciplined, seeks harmony, generous, active in spiritual organizations or humanitarian causes, likes to be around religious or well integrated people, interested in scientific or philosophical thought, independent, traveler, influential communication.

Weakness: Do not know their limitations resulting in loss of money, status, and respect, creates debt due to spending nature, discontented due to patronizing goals, restless, critical, fault finding, not concerned with family, shy, monastic, self isolating, secretive, hides their passions and sexual urges, gives too much away, absurd but creative thinker, vulnerable to the whims of others, short tempered.

Vishakha (Entry to the heaven) (20°00 Libra to 3°20' Scorpio)

General Characteristics: Energy strength and potential power, bright in appearance, distinct in speaking, skilled at making money.
Symbol: A large tree with spreading branches giving protection to others, potter’s wheel, a decorated gateway used for marriage ceremonies.
Animal Symbol: Male Tiger
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Lord Indra; the god of transformation, and Lord Agni; the god of fire.

Strengths: Intelligence of the highest order, bright appearance, attracts others, clever, has respect for intelligent and spiritual people, enterprising, self-satisfied, determined, gets things done by a good approach, humanitarian, politically inclined, can appear soft; but is very powerful behind, excellent communicator, persuasive speech, leadership qualities, truthful, sexually alluring, a good mate for marriage, benefits through marriage; traveling and through change, mathematically skilled, courageous, powerful achiever.

Weakness: Overly talkative, negative, militant, creates quarrels between people, restless, envious of other's success, feels isolated, critical of others, fault finding in nature, infidelity, too much ambition - manipulates others to meet their own needs, socially isolated, not flexible to advice, offensive, stingy, not easy to like, greedy, deceitful, aggressive, authoritarian, quick to take offense, argumentative, jealous, frustration and anger when goals are obstructed, suspicious, possessive, envious, feels suppressed and taken advantage of by others, too many interests, not satisfied by accomplishments, restlessness; resulting even in change partners.

Anuradha (A small flash of lightening, a tiny spark, success) (3°20 to 16°40' Scorpio)

General Characteristics: Rich, lives in foreign countries, cannot withstand hunger, moves from place to place.
Symbol: Lotus flower -an ability and perseverance to blossom in the midst of life's trials and tribulations, a row or furrow.
Animal Symbol: Female Deer or Hare
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Nature: Devas (god-like)
Presiding deity: Mitra; the God of friendship and partnership, who promotes co-operation among humanity.

Strengths: Wise, spirited, fun-loving, attractive, vigorous, familiar to all, spiritual seeker, interested in ancient knowledge, hard working, capable of predicting, devoted, brave, enjoys travel, healthy, accommodates many people, enjoys social life and organizations, benefits more if they live away from their place of birth, ability to attract and maintain friendships, co-operates with others, ability to lead and form alliances.

Weakness: Feels guilty for unwanted things, guarded, cut off, deceitful, held back by others, cannot cope up with hunger or thirst, emotionally needy, rebellious, adheres to bad advice and suffers consequences, jealous and controlling of others, unaware of their bad effects on others, may be discontented due to a lack of maternal nurturing, tempered, moves frequently due to dissatisfaction, tries too hard for spiritual progress.

Jyeshtha (Elder sister, the middle finger or the holy river Ganges, The Eldest) (16°40' to 30°00' Scorpio)

General Characteristics: Brilliant and analytical abilities, few friends, cheerful and virtuous.
Symbol: earring or circular protective talisman that may represent Vishnu's disc.
Animal Symbol: Male Deer or Hare
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Lord Indra; The king of Gods.

Strengths: Most successful in their family, builds friendship; and a good support network, generous, self-reliant, eventually wealthy, takes charge of the family, passionate, responses to love, reputable, receives fame and honors, takes control, gets things done when they want to, virtuous, satisfied, talented at music, capacity for inventive design, creatively genius, interested in the occult, can accomplish anything they set their minds to, persevere to make a difference.

Weakness: Short tempered, affected by family problems, too intense in nature, self-important, egotism, hides their feelings and intentions, peaceful demeanor; covers impatience and immorality, manipulative, controls freak, makes other dependent on them to gain control, possessive, dramatizes illness and troubles to gain sympathy, possesses many illnesses, many job changes, troubles in early life, tormented, hypocritical and secretive behavior.

Mula (The root) (0°00 to 13°20' Sagittarius)

General Characteristics: Possess a deep philosophical nature, and an inquisitive mind that enjoys exploring the roots of any subject. Overconfident, rich, happy, not inclined to injure others, firm and fixed opinions, lives in luxury.
Symbol: Tied bunch of roots or a lion's tail.
Animal Symbol: Male Dog
Ruling Planet: Ketu
Nature: Rakshasa (demon)
Presiding deity: Nirriti; the Goddess of destruction; who lives in the kingdom of the dead; goddess of dissolution.

Strengths: Proud, good-looking, skillful at persuading or manipulating people to serve their needs, good politicians, careful, clever, able to live a comfortable life, good fortune, determined to succeed, learned, speaking skills, spiritual advisor, generous, successful, determined, fortune in foreign lands, likes to live well, peace loving, adventurous, brave, explorer, faces adversity with composure.

Weakness: Insecure, others do not trust them, too goal-focused, does not genuinely care about others, arrogant, self-destructive, stubborn, sabotages their own achievements, has many affairs and/or marriages that doesn’t work out, low tolerance for boredom, create own insecurities, indecisive, fickle at relationships, arrogant, selfish, lust and anger, low boredom threshold, takes lot and gives very little back.

Purvashada (The undefeated) (13°20' to 26°40' Sagittarius)

General Characteristics: An agreeable spouse, proud in nature, a strong attachment to friends.
Symbol: A fan or a winnowing basket (used to separate grain from its husk), a bed or an elephant tusk.
Animal Symbol: Male monkey
Ruling Planet: Venus
Nature: Manushya (human)
Presiding deity: Apas - representing the cosmic waters deified as God.

Strengths: Artistic, good-looking, influential - influences many, well-liked, polite, faithful to friends, intelligent, makes a good manager; but prefers to be in service, valuable employee, simple life, supportive, courageous, humble, influential, wealth, loves good meals, has a enjoyable relationship with spouse, capable of having many children, truth-seeking, changeable.

Weakness: Egotistical, inflexible, superiority complex, others regard them as crude or immature, angry, not flexible for advices, will have low-paying; hardworking jobs, incompetent manager, bouts of loud and disturbing behavior, weak at education or preparation, dictatorial, obstinate, leave behind partners when they cannot keep up with their ability to change, settles for less.

Uttarashada (Later victory) (26°40' Sagittarius to 10°00' Capricorn)

General Characteristics: A quest for the spiritually unknown, total involvement in any task and penetrates deeply into some aspect of knowledge. Obedient, trained in the rules of virtue, grateful, many friends, returns favors, liked by all.
Symbol: Elephant's tusk; the planks of a bed - a bed.
Ruling Planet: Sun
Nature: Manushya (human)
Presiding deity: Vishvadevas; the sons of the Lord Dharma.

Strengths: Virtuous, intelligent, fun-loving, leadership qualities; good politicians, well-liked, devoted to friends - can relate to others, grateful, idealistic with high goals, kind, modest, has some knowledge that sets them apart, interested in learning and advocating topics that concern them, enjoys reading to gain knowledge, benefits through travels, tolerant, wants a fair play and justice, sympathetic ear, devoted to companions, good manners, leadership skills, appreciative of others.

Weakness: Multiple marriages or marriage like relationships, overly anxious, takes on too many people's problems and gets stressed out, obstinate, self centered, self indulgent, too long in a destructive relationship, changes the living place many times, early adversity in life, constantly active, apathetic, fails to finish what they start.

Shravana (To hear) (10°00' to 23°20' Capricorn)

General Characteristics: Prosperous, learned, liberal-minded spouse, riches, and wide-famed.
Symbol: An ear, three footprints in an uneven row, a trident.
Animal Symbol: Female Monkey
Ruling Planet: Moon
Nature: Devas (god like)
Presiding deity: Lord Vishnu; preserver of the universe.

Strengths: Cordial in business; intelligent; success in foreign lands; lives a prosperous; balanced and modest life; ethical; studies scriptures and ancient knowledge; kind; drawn to working for social and humanitarian causes - good writers and teachers; helps others transform their lives; has a good marriage and a helpful partner; good speech; fame in the world; wealth; creative; quick learner; kind; charitable; knowledge to transcend the material world.

Weakness: Generous nature; which can even lead to debts and poverty, very open-minded, an unyielding nature, extreme views concerning ethics, develops opposition or even adversaries, hypersensitive, enemies will result due to jealousy, gossips.

Dhanishtha (Complete wealth) (23°20' Capricorn to 6°40' Aquarius)

General Characteristics: A liberal, rich person, brave and fond of music.
Symbol: Musical drum.
Animal Symbol: Female lion
Ruling Planet: Mars
Nature: Rakshasa (demonic)
Presiding deity: The eight Vasus - the solar gods of energy and light.

Strengths: Insightful, perceptive, earns a good living, charitable, brave, performs well in foreign countries, lives on both spiritual and material levels, liberal, compassionate, bold, good conversationalist, enjoys music and dance, good organizational abilities, ambitious, concerned with accomplishments and developing their careers, likes old and mystifying articles, skilled at astrology.

Weakness: Aggressive, ruthless, inconsiderate, worried, can hurt others, makes up stories, lies, withholds information, doesn’t like to be told what to do, argumentative, too talkative, select incompatible companions, lusts after material, careless, sexual difficulties, delayed/denied marriage, wants everything for themselves, covetous of other's success, self absorbed, narcissistic.

Shatabhisha (The hundred healers) (6°40' to 20°00' Aquarius)

General Characteristics: Harsh at speech but truthful, suffer grief but conquer enemies, thoughtlessly engage in works, independent ways.
Symbol: An ox cart, a circle or round charm.
Animal Symbol: Female Horse
Ruling Planet: Rahu
Nature: Rakshasa (demonic)
Presiding deity: Lord Varna - the God of rain and cosmic waters.

Strengths: Truthful; sharp minds; perceptive; emotionally controlled; interested in getting to the bottom of things; prosperous; economical; clever; able to defend themselves; enterprising; interested in astrology and other mysterious subjects; likes to solve puzzles; provides good service; finds happiness within themselves; strong principles; charitable; writing skills; good memory; daring; bold; artistic nature; defeats enemies.

Weakness: Lonesomeness, melancholic, lacks self confidence, restricted, quiet; but will blurt things out in an unrefined manner, con artist, unstable, argumentative, uncommunicative, hides their true intentions, miser, dependent on others to meet their needs, problems in relationship, feels intensely restrained or mentally anguished, problematic relationships with children and siblings, secretive - keeps weaknesses to themselves, lack self confidence, stubborn.

Purva Bhadrapada (Beautiful west, Former beautiful foot or Ray of Light) (20°00 Aquarius to 3°20' Pisces)

General Characteristics: Scholarly intelligent, skilled at making money.
Symbol: A sword, two font legs of a bed or a funeral cot or a two faced man.
Animal Symbol: Male lion
Ruling Planet: Jupiter
Nature: Humanity (Manushya)
Presiding deity: Aja Ekapada - unicorn.

Strengths: Unique; eccentric; devoted to those who impress them; scholarly; witty; good logical skill; prosperity through cleverness; mystical beings; good at reading people; gets money from the government or from wealthy or executive people; economical; acts happy; lives a long life; could marry into a wealthy family or be born into one; spiritual depth; a warrior; intuition; passionate; good speakers; skilled at earning an income; visionary idealistic; universal goals; march to their own beat; fights injustice; campaigner; good writers; imaginative; self reliant; strong.

Weakness: Pessimistic, a worrier, a bit odd, gloomy, angry, impulsive, has many serious conversations, changes residence many times, poor planner, dominated by their spouse, penny pincher but still a poor financial planner, anxious, poor at health, over serious, high-strung, not generous, wavering mind.

Uttara Bhadrapada (The beautiful left foot or Ray of Light) (3°20' to 16°40' Pisces)

General Characteristics: Happy people, able speakers, conquer enemies, virtuous in nature.
Symbol: Two back legs of a bed.
Animal Symbol: Female cow
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Nature: Humanity (Manushya)
Presiding deity: Ahirbudhnya - the serpent of the deep sea - fertility, kundalini and need for seclusion.

Strengths: Attractive, good problem-solving ability, inspiring speaker, disciplined, kind, compassionate, sticks to principles, contented, generous, submissive; yet financially successful, tends to make money on their own, economical, charitable, humanitarian, merciful, smart, benefits from children or beginners, drawn to the unknown, virtuous, happy, wise, loves family, self sacrificing benefits from gifts and inheritance, overcomes enemies, satisfied, service oriented, controls anger, marital happiness, balanced, nourishes others, good advisor.

Weakness: Withdrawn, unenthusiastic, develops a set of long-term enemies or gets into disputes that take a long time to resolve, thinks too much about their own outcomes, self-centered, financially focused, gossiping in nature, lazy, addict, irresponsible, highly emotional.

Revati (The wealthy) (16°40' to 30°00' Pisces)

General Characteristics: Perfect limbs, genial manners, deep learning, riches, no desire to covet others’ property.
Symbol: A drum.
Animal Symbol: Female elephant
Ruling Planet: Ketu
Nature: Devas (god like)
Presiding deity: Pushan - the nurturer protector of flocks and herds, is invoked for safe travel.

Strengths: Creative thinker, independent, lucky, liked by all, supportive and gets supported, gifted at arts, nurturer, promoted quickly, brave, skilled in pleasing, sociable, good counselor, proud, stately presence, sparkling personality, loves/protects animals and pets, longevity, well groomed, good hygiene, might be born into a wealthy family, interested in ancient cultures, selflessness, compassionate, and caring.

Weakness: Spiteful especially when hurt or jealous, overindulgent, takes on too many problems from other people; resulting in poor health, amoral attitudes, doubt ridden, low fertility, gives too much; and resentful when not returned, feels inadequate, lack of self-esteem, over sensitive, stubborn, volatile, co dependent, easily disillusioned, lacks self confidence, victims, feels unloved, and insecure.