Nakshatra
The nakshatras are the apparently fixed bodies in the Zodiac, where the planetary system moves with them placed in the background. Among the Rasi and the nakshatras, the former is overlorded by the Sun, whereas the latter is overlorded by Moon. This implies that the Rasi shows the environment we would be placed with at different times in our life and what we get out of it, on the other hand, the nakshatras govern the different state of mind we shall be having at various times. Even the actual events are important in our life, taking a person-centric view point; our reactions to them also matter equally. Hence the study of the nakshatras is well warranted.
Classification of Nakshatra
Fixed Nakshatras
Rohini, Uttar-phalguni, Uttar-ashadha and Uttar-bhadrapada are supposed to be fixed nakshatras and they are favourable for activities which are related to establishing something permanent such as coronations, laying the foundations of cities, sowing operations, planting trees.
Soft Nakshatras
Chitta, Anuradha, Mrigasira and Revati are soft nakshatras. They are favourable for soft or artistic activities such as wearing new apparel, learning dancing, music and fine arts, sexual union and performance of auspicious ceremonies.
Light Nakshatras
Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta and Abhijit are light nakshatras, and they are favourable for light and sportive activities such as putting ornamentation, pleasures and sports, administering medicine, starting industries and undertaking travels.
Sharp Nakshatras
Moola, Jyestha, Ardra and Aslesha are sharp nakshatras in nature and they are favourable for sharp, piercing and painful activities such as incantations, invoking spirits, for imprisonment, murders, and separation of friends.
Mobile Nakshatras
Sravana, Dhanishta, Satabhisaj, Punarvasu and Swati are mobile nakshatras and they are auspicious for mobile activities such as acquiring vehicles, for gardening and for going on procession.
Fixed Nakshatras
Rohini, Uttar-phalguni, Uttar-ashadha and Uttar-bhadrapada are supposed to be fixed nakshatras and they are favourable for activities which are related to establishing something permanent such as coronations, laying the foundations of cities, sowing operations, planting trees.
Soft Nakshatras
Chitta, Anuradha, Mrigasira and Revati are soft nakshatras. They are favourable for soft or artistic activities such as wearing new apparel, learning dancing, music and fine arts, sexual union and performance of auspicious ceremonies.
Light Nakshatras
Ashwini, Pushya, Hasta and Abhijit are light nakshatras, and they are favourable for light and sportive activities such as putting ornamentation, pleasures and sports, administering medicine, starting industries and undertaking travels.
Sharp Nakshatras
Moola, Jyestha, Ardra and Aslesha are sharp nakshatras in nature and they are favourable for sharp, piercing and painful activities such as incantations, invoking spirits, for imprisonment, murders, and separation of friends.
Mobile Nakshatras
Sravana, Dhanishta, Satabhisaj, Punarvasu and Swati are mobile nakshatras and they are auspicious for mobile activities such as acquiring vehicles, for gardening and for going on procession.
Dreadful Nakshatras
Purva-phalguni, Poorvashadha and Poorvabhadra, Bharani and Makha are dreadful nakshatras and they are favourable for nefarious schemes, poisoning, deceit, imprisonment, setting fire and other evil deeds.
Purva-phalguni, Poorvashadha and Poorvabhadra, Bharani and Makha are dreadful nakshatras and they are favourable for nefarious schemes, poisoning, deceit, imprisonment, setting fire and other evil deeds.
Mixed Nakshatras
Krittika and Visakha are mixed nakshatras and during their influences, works of day-to-day importance can be undertaken.
Inauspicious Nakshatras
Beginning from the third quarter of Dhanishta and ending with the last part of Revati, the time is held to be unsuitable for any kind of auspicious work. This period goes under the special name of Nakshatra Panchaka and when these stars are ruling, one should avoid journey towards the south, house repairing or renovation, collecting fuel and cattle fodder or acquiring cots and beds.
Auspicious Nakshatras
Of all the twenty-eight constellations, the pride of place appears to have been given to Pushya, the 8th star.
Nakshatras
1. Ashwini
2. Bharani
3. Krittika
4. Rohini
5. Mrgashiras
6. Ardra
7. Punarvasu
8. Pushya
9. Aslesha
10. Makha
11. Purva-phalguni
12. Uttara-phalguni
13. Hasta
14. Chitra
15. Swati
16. Visakha
17. Anuradha
18. Jyestha
19. Moola
20. Purva-ashadha
21. Uttara-ashadha
22. Sravana
23. Dhanishta
24. Satabhisaj
25. Purva-bhadrapada
26. Uttara-bhadrapada
27. Revati
Krittika and Visakha are mixed nakshatras and during their influences, works of day-to-day importance can be undertaken.
Inauspicious Nakshatras
Beginning from the third quarter of Dhanishta and ending with the last part of Revati, the time is held to be unsuitable for any kind of auspicious work. This period goes under the special name of Nakshatra Panchaka and when these stars are ruling, one should avoid journey towards the south, house repairing or renovation, collecting fuel and cattle fodder or acquiring cots and beds.
Auspicious Nakshatras
Of all the twenty-eight constellations, the pride of place appears to have been given to Pushya, the 8th star.
Nakshatras
1. Ashwini
2. Bharani
3. Krittika
4. Rohini
5. Mrgashiras
6. Ardra
7. Punarvasu
8. Pushya
9. Aslesha
10. Makha
11. Purva-phalguni
12. Uttara-phalguni
13. Hasta
14. Chitra
15. Swati
16. Visakha
17. Anuradha
18. Jyestha
19. Moola
20. Purva-ashadha
21. Uttara-ashadha
22. Sravana
23. Dhanishta
24. Satabhisaj
25. Purva-bhadrapada
26. Uttara-bhadrapada
27. Revati
Raashi.
The zodiac signs are called Raashi in Jyotish.
Raa (as pronounced in fRAnce).
Shi (as pronounced in SHE).
The word is said to be derived from Ram and his spouse Seeta.
As also from Rahu and Sikhi (Sikhi is another name for Ketu).
Raashi also means a heap. Here it means a heap of stars or a cluster of star forming a particular zodiac sign.
The whole zodiac belt is divided into twelve equal parts of 30 degrees each (a circle of 360 degrees divided by twelve).
The zodiac signs are called Raashi in Jyotish.
Raa (as pronounced in fRAnce).
Shi (as pronounced in SHE).
The word is said to be derived from Ram and his spouse Seeta.
As also from Rahu and Sikhi (Sikhi is another name for Ketu).
Raashi also means a heap. Here it means a heap of stars or a cluster of star forming a particular zodiac sign.
The whole zodiac belt is divided into twelve equal parts of 30 degrees each (a circle of 360 degrees divided by twelve).
Limbs of the body and Raashi chakra.
The Raashi chakra is personified as the Kaal purusha (Time personified) in some traditions and as Lord Vishnu in the tradition i have learnt.
We are taught that the first thing to do when looking at a chart is to bow before it because it is a representation of Lord Vishnu.
The Raashi chakra is personified as the Kaal purusha (Time personified) in some traditions and as Lord Vishnu in the tradition i have learnt.
We are taught that the first thing to do when looking at a chart is to bow before it because it is a representation of Lord Vishnu.
The Raashis starting from Mesha onwards have the limbs of the Lord mapped onto then in the following manner.
Mesha = Head.
Vrishabha= Face.
Mithuna=Arms.
Kark=Heart
Simha=stomach.
Kanya=Hips.
Tula=space below the navel (sexual organs)
Vrischika= Hidden parts (Procreative and Anus)
Dhanus=Thighs.
Makara=Knees.
Kumbha=Shank and ankles.
Meena=feets.
For individual horoscopes, the body parts are also studied from the
bhava (twelve houses) reckoned from the lagna (ascendant). The body part indicated by the houses from lagna corresponds to those reckoned from Mesha or the Kaalapurusha.
P.P (Predictive principle): Beneficial planets connected to the houses/signs indicate proper growth and/or protection to the body part while malefic planets connected to such houses/signs indicate improper growth and/or damage to the body part. In general, damage to body parts from external agents or sources is indicated by the raashi (signs) of the Kaalapurusha while damage or malfunctioning of body parts caused by internal agents or sources is indicated by the houses reckoned from the lagna.
Example:
Suppose a horoscope has Mangal, Shani and Rahu in Vrishabha then, that person to whom the horoscope belong may have some weakness/scar visible on the face.
But suppose Vrishabha is in the fifth house then, the person may have some internal problem in the stomach. Like some digestive problem etc. This has uses also in horary (Prasna Shastra).
Note: When ever a predictive principle is given, we will use the short form as 'P.P' and the principle itself will be given in bold green.
Description of signs and its ruler or lord.
Mesha: is symbolized by a ram. It indicates hills and places having mineral wealth and precious stones. It is ruled by Mangal.
Vrishabha: is symbolized by the bull. It indicates plateaus, plains, farms, cowshed, forests and such other Placed inhabited by quadrupeds. It is ruled by Shukra.
Mithuna: is symbolized by a couple. The woman is carrying a veena (stringed musical instrument carried by Sarasvati (the Goddess of learning), while the man wields the gadaa (mace or metal club). Gambling dens, pleasure haunts, bars, and such places where people meet for entertainment. It is ruled by Budha.
Karka: is symbolized by a crab. Rivers are indicated by the sign while others opine ponds & lakes. Primarily, it is the cradle of all civilizations and indicates sand banks as well where crabs dwell. It is ruled by Chandra.
Simha: is symbolized by a lion. Mountain caves and dense jungles is the abode of the lion. It is ruled by Surya.
Kanya: is symbolized by a woman standing in a boat with a lamp and corn. Gardens, Pasture lands, green fields ready for harvest are indicated by Kanya in addition to living rooms of women. It is ruled by Budha.
Tula: is symbolized by a person carrying a balance. All markets, bazaar, stock market and areas where traders sell their valuable merchandise are indicated by Tula. It is ruled by Shukra.
Vrischika: is symbolized by a scorpion. The lair of the scorpion is near filthy places, noxious reptiles prefer swampy and dirty areas and poisonous snakes live in underground holes in secluded places. Deep wells and such places where the water is very stationery (Scorpio is a fixed sign) and can become poisonous are also indicated, drainage system, manholes. It is ruled by Mangal and Ketu.
Dhanus: means a bow and is symbolized by a man who having a horse body below the torso and carrying a bow. This symbol divides the sign into two parts where one half is human and the other is animal (horse). Horse stables or barracks for war elephants and chariots are indicated by Dhanus. In the modern context it is the garage, parking lots and the battle field. It is ruled by Guru.
Makara: is a kind of sea-monster with the body of a crocodile (other views - shark, dolphin) and the head of a deer. It is regarded as the emblem of Kaama deva, the love god and the vehicle of Varuna. It indicates rivers, shallows and marshy places, cremation grounds, burial grounds. It is ruled by Shani.
Kumbha: is symbolised by a man carrying a water pot. Places where vessels are kept like the kitchen or store rooms, warehouses and other storage places are indicated by Kumbha in addition to toilets and latrines where water has to be carried for cleansing. It is ruled by Shani and Rahu.
Meena: consists of two fishes in an inverted position with their tails conjoined to the head of the other indicating revival after a fall or the power of rejuvenation. The sea, large rivers are indicated by this sign as well as places of rejuvenation and cure like hospitals, spiritual retreats. It is ruled by Guru.
An easy way to remember the Lordships (Raashi adipati) is:
We already know the Solar system and the order of the planets from Sun (Surya).
Sun (Surya)
Mercury (Budha)
Venus (Shukra)
Earth (Prithvi)
Mars (Mangal)
Jupiter (Guru)
Saturn (Shani).
Colors of the Raashis
The Raashis are also said to have certain colors, the colors of the Raashis are given below.
Raashi Color
Mesha Blood red
Vrishabh White
Mithuna Green
Kark Pink
Simha Off white (Khakhi)
Kanya Grey
Tula Black
Vrischika Yellow
Dhanus Gold
Makara Blue
Kumbha Violet
Meena Sky blue
Mesha = Head.
Vrishabha= Face.
Mithuna=Arms.
Kark=Heart
Simha=stomach.
Kanya=Hips.
Tula=space below the navel (sexual organs)
Vrischika= Hidden parts (Procreative and Anus)
Dhanus=Thighs.
Makara=Knees.
Kumbha=Shank and ankles.
Meena=feets.
For individual horoscopes, the body parts are also studied from the
bhava (twelve houses) reckoned from the lagna (ascendant). The body part indicated by the houses from lagna corresponds to those reckoned from Mesha or the Kaalapurusha.
P.P (Predictive principle): Beneficial planets connected to the houses/signs indicate proper growth and/or protection to the body part while malefic planets connected to such houses/signs indicate improper growth and/or damage to the body part. In general, damage to body parts from external agents or sources is indicated by the raashi (signs) of the Kaalapurusha while damage or malfunctioning of body parts caused by internal agents or sources is indicated by the houses reckoned from the lagna.
Example:
Suppose a horoscope has Mangal, Shani and Rahu in Vrishabha then, that person to whom the horoscope belong may have some weakness/scar visible on the face.
But suppose Vrishabha is in the fifth house then, the person may have some internal problem in the stomach. Like some digestive problem etc. This has uses also in horary (Prasna Shastra).
Note: When ever a predictive principle is given, we will use the short form as 'P.P' and the principle itself will be given in bold green.
Description of signs and its ruler or lord.
Mesha: is symbolized by a ram. It indicates hills and places having mineral wealth and precious stones. It is ruled by Mangal.
Vrishabha: is symbolized by the bull. It indicates plateaus, plains, farms, cowshed, forests and such other Placed inhabited by quadrupeds. It is ruled by Shukra.
Mithuna: is symbolized by a couple. The woman is carrying a veena (stringed musical instrument carried by Sarasvati (the Goddess of learning), while the man wields the gadaa (mace or metal club). Gambling dens, pleasure haunts, bars, and such places where people meet for entertainment. It is ruled by Budha.
Karka: is symbolized by a crab. Rivers are indicated by the sign while others opine ponds & lakes. Primarily, it is the cradle of all civilizations and indicates sand banks as well where crabs dwell. It is ruled by Chandra.
Simha: is symbolized by a lion. Mountain caves and dense jungles is the abode of the lion. It is ruled by Surya.
Kanya: is symbolized by a woman standing in a boat with a lamp and corn. Gardens, Pasture lands, green fields ready for harvest are indicated by Kanya in addition to living rooms of women. It is ruled by Budha.
Tula: is symbolized by a person carrying a balance. All markets, bazaar, stock market and areas where traders sell their valuable merchandise are indicated by Tula. It is ruled by Shukra.
Vrischika: is symbolized by a scorpion. The lair of the scorpion is near filthy places, noxious reptiles prefer swampy and dirty areas and poisonous snakes live in underground holes in secluded places. Deep wells and such places where the water is very stationery (Scorpio is a fixed sign) and can become poisonous are also indicated, drainage system, manholes. It is ruled by Mangal and Ketu.
Dhanus: means a bow and is symbolized by a man who having a horse body below the torso and carrying a bow. This symbol divides the sign into two parts where one half is human and the other is animal (horse). Horse stables or barracks for war elephants and chariots are indicated by Dhanus. In the modern context it is the garage, parking lots and the battle field. It is ruled by Guru.
Makara: is a kind of sea-monster with the body of a crocodile (other views - shark, dolphin) and the head of a deer. It is regarded as the emblem of Kaama deva, the love god and the vehicle of Varuna. It indicates rivers, shallows and marshy places, cremation grounds, burial grounds. It is ruled by Shani.
Kumbha: is symbolised by a man carrying a water pot. Places where vessels are kept like the kitchen or store rooms, warehouses and other storage places are indicated by Kumbha in addition to toilets and latrines where water has to be carried for cleansing. It is ruled by Shani and Rahu.
Meena: consists of two fishes in an inverted position with their tails conjoined to the head of the other indicating revival after a fall or the power of rejuvenation. The sea, large rivers are indicated by this sign as well as places of rejuvenation and cure like hospitals, spiritual retreats. It is ruled by Guru.
An easy way to remember the Lordships (Raashi adipati) is:
We already know the Solar system and the order of the planets from Sun (Surya).
Sun (Surya)
Mercury (Budha)
Venus (Shukra)
Earth (Prithvi)
Mars (Mangal)
Jupiter (Guru)
Saturn (Shani).
Colors of the Raashis
The Raashis are also said to have certain colors, the colors of the Raashis are given below.
Raashi Color
Mesha Blood red
Vrishabh White
Mithuna Green
Kark Pink
Simha Off white (Khakhi)
Kanya Grey
Tula Black
Vrischika Yellow
Dhanus Gold
Makara Blue
Kumbha Violet
Meena Sky blue
Odd and even Raashis
Raashis reckoned from Mesha onwards are alternately male and female, which shows the nature to be harsh or gentle respectively. They do not per see represent the sex.
Male & female is an inner attribute of being harsh and pushing or mild and passive. The rising Raashi (Lagna) leaves this imprint on the inner nature and attitude.
Count the signs from Mesha and the odd signs (visama Raashi) are said to be male in their ‘inner nature’ and harsh in their behavior. They are go-getters and can be very pushing to achieve their objectives. These are Mesha, Mithuna, Simha, Tula, Dhanu, and Kumbha. These are the fire and air signs of which the fire signs can be more harsh and ‘burning’ whereas the air signs can be slower to react but very harsh in their continued aggression (The elements of the Raashis will be given later).
The even numbered signs (sama Raashi) are female in their inner nature and are not harsh. They are passive in their attitudes and behavior. These are the water signs – Kark, Vrischika, Meena and the earth signs – Vrishabha, Kanya, Makara. The water signs are more passive than the earthy Raashis.
Raashis reckoned from Mesha onwards are alternately male and female, which shows the nature to be harsh or gentle respectively. They do not per see represent the sex.
Male & female is an inner attribute of being harsh and pushing or mild and passive. The rising Raashi (Lagna) leaves this imprint on the inner nature and attitude.
Count the signs from Mesha and the odd signs (visama Raashi) are said to be male in their ‘inner nature’ and harsh in their behavior. They are go-getters and can be very pushing to achieve their objectives. These are Mesha, Mithuna, Simha, Tula, Dhanu, and Kumbha. These are the fire and air signs of which the fire signs can be more harsh and ‘burning’ whereas the air signs can be slower to react but very harsh in their continued aggression (The elements of the Raashis will be given later).
The even numbered signs (sama Raashi) are female in their inner nature and are not harsh. They are passive in their attitudes and behavior. These are the water signs – Kark, Vrischika, Meena and the earth signs – Vrishabha, Kanya, Makara. The water signs are more passive than the earthy Raashis.
The over lord of Raashi:
Surya is the overlord of Raashis and the Raashi chakra.
Each Raashi has a positive and negative traits in them and to overcome the negative traits of each Raashis as also to overcome physical suffering in the form of disease etc it is better to worship Surya in the various form he takes for each Raashi.
Surya is the overlord of the Raashis in the form of Aadityaa. He has twelve forms and collectively they are called the Dwaadasa Aadityaa.
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