Ardra Nakshatra, Ardra Nakshatra Characteristics, Career, Padas, Remedy

Ardra (The moist one) (66°40′ to 80°00′ Gemini)

In the night sky, Ardra nakshatra is Betelgeuse (Alpha-Orion), the brightest star in the constellation Orion. In the astrology chart, Ardra is located entirely within the sign of Gemini. This nakshatra is represented by a teardrop, which can symbolize both sorrow and renewal. Those born under Ardra nakshatra usually go through intense lessons to clear old patterns and gain new understanding. The ruling deity is Rudra, the God of Storms. He is a destructive aspect of Shiva who brings chaos and confusion. Rahu, the ruling planet of Ardra, also brings disorder and a thirst for knowledge. Those born under this nakshatra have an investigative mind and are oriented toward research. They are not afraid to voice opinions or use intimidation. The highest level of Ardra is transformation through cleansing. This is an extremely sensitive star that links mental ability to emotion.

Translation

"The Moist One", "Fresh", "Green"

Indication

“The Star of Sorrow”, “Star of Oppression”

Animal

Female Dog

Ruling Deity of Rahu

Durga

Mode

Balanced

Gender

Female

Guna

Tamasic

Disposition

Tikshna (Sharp and Forceful)

Tree: Common Name

Long Pepper

Seed Sounds

Ku, Kha, Nga, Chha

Related Planets

Mercury, as the ruler of Gemini.

Symbol

Teardrop, Diamond

Star Energy

Yatna Shakti

Controlling Planet

Rahu

Nature

Munushya (Human)

Constellation

Dosha

Vata

Element

Water

Bird

Black Andril

Tree: Botanical Name

Piper longum

Color

Green

Presiding Deity

Rudra, the God of Storms
and Destruction.

Sacred Energy Vortex

Tiruvadhirai Adhirampattinam Sri Abhayavaratheeswarar

The sacred energy vortex which resonates with Arudra nakshatra is located near Pattukkottai in Tamil Nadu, India. People born under Arudra (Tiruvadhirai) star should worship at this temple at least once during their lifetime.

Adhiveeraraman, an emperor who was born under Arudra star, worshipped at this sacred energy vortex. He made offerings to the deities and repaired the temple structure of this shrine, thus the name of the temple became Adhiram pattinam. This is a rare shrine for those born under Arudra star. The radiant light emitted from Lord Shiva’s third eye is known as Raivatha energy. Once a year, this light reaches the world. This occurs in the month of Markazhi on Arudra star day. It is referred to as Arudra Darshana day. In addition, the land receiving this light is known as Adhiram pattinam.

Arudra, also known as Tiruvadhirai, is the star of Lord Shiva, while Shravana, known as Tiruvonam, is the star of Lord Vishnu. The prefix – thiru means "Sri" or "wealthy." Lord Shiva has great compassion for people in need and he provides them with sanctuary in the universe during Pradosham and Arudra star days. The Arudra region of the universe is one such place where Shiva offers a safe haven during these days. In the sacred space of Arudra, if anyone commits an unethical deed, they must learn devotion as a means to rectify their deed with the grace of Lord Sri Abhayavaradhesswarar.

Those born under Ardra nakshatra can visit Adhiram pattinam on Arudra star days and Mondays to offer food, almonds, pumpkin, cumin, and jackfruit to the poor at this temple. This offering will relieve problems caused by the movement of malefic planets.

Ardra nakshatranatives, your incense is made with the herb Thippili as prescribed by the Vedas.

Burning one of these pillars is like performing a mini fire ritual for that particular star formation. For your specific Birthstar, you will be able to connect inwardly to your planet of energetic origin and gain support with the positive aspects that are you.

Burning the other Nakshatra pillars on that specific Nakshatra day will tune you in with the favorable activities with that star’s energy for the day. It is recommended to at least burn your own personal Nakshatra pillar daily to stay connected to your essence. It is advantageous to burn the days Nakshatra pillar as well.

Acts quickly, curious mind and craves knowledge
good memory
strong communication skills
truthful
compassionate toward those in pain
physical work is preferred over mental work
easily gains support from government
overcomes bad habits.

Arrogant
ungrateful
mischievous
reckless
anti-social
causes trouble
self-serving
stubborn
critical

impolite
untruthful
poor financial planning
lust for material attainments
excessive indulgences
creates pain or agony for others
inconsiderate
reckless
abuses power.

Physical labor
electronics
computers
software engineers
electrical engineer
sound technicians
electronic music
video game developer
special effects and 3-D technology

science fiction writers
linguist
photographers
philosopher
physicist
researcher
surgeon
pharmacist
works with poisonous substances

nuclear power industry
psychotherapist
neurologist
detective
sales specialist
analyst
politician
thieves
chess players.

Babe Ruth
F.D. Roosevelt
Humphrey Bogart
Jacques Cousteau
Venus Williams
Judy Garland
Frank Lloyd Wright

Destruction
confrontation
tearing down structures
managing difficult situations
research
getting rid of old things
breaking bad habits
addressing problems and dissolving negativity.

Beginning a project or event
weddings and religious ceremonies
honoring someone; travel.

General Characteristics

Motivated by desire; passionate researcher; exploratory mind and abstract thinker

Padas (quarters)

Each Nakshatra is divided into four quarters called padas that contain more specific characteristics of a person born during the pada of Ardra:

First Pada	Second Pada	Third Pada	Fourth Pada
66° 40′ to 70° 00’ in Gemini Navamsa sign: Sagittarius Soul Sound: Ku Keyword: Curiosity	70° 00′ to 73° 20′ in Gemini Navamsa sign: Capricorn Soul Sound: Kha Keyword: Material	73° 20′ to 76° 40′ in Gemini Navamsa sign: Aquarius Soul Sound: Nga Keyword: Research	76° 40′ to 80° 00′ in Gemini Navamsa sign: Pisces Soul Sound: Chha Keyword: Compassionate

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