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Nakshatra 9 of 27

Ashlesha

आश्लेषाĀśleṣā

Ruled by Budha · deity Sarpas (Nagas)

LordBudha (Mercury)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeitySarpas (Nagas)

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolCoiled serpent

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaRakshasa

Temperament: Deva (gentle), Manushya (human), Rakshasa (fierce).

NatureTikshna (Sharp)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaJala (Water)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiVisasleshana Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniCat (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAntya

The channel (Adi, Madhya, Antya), used in compatibility.

RashiKarka

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Ashlesha, ruled by Budha with the Nagas as its deity, is symbolised by a coiled serpent. It carries a penetrating, perceptive energy linked with kundalini, intuition and the wisdom of hidden things. The day favours research, strategy, inner work and setting healthy boundaries. Its intensity asks for clean intentions, so honesty and gentleness keep its power wholesome.

Shakti: The serpent's power to hold, contain and transform potent energy.

Nakshatra mantraॐ सर्पेभ्यो नमः (Om Sarpebhyo Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Research and strategy
  • Inner work and meditation
  • Setting clear boundaries
  • Ending what has run its course
  • Study of subtle subjects

Better to avoid

  • Better to postpone new partnerships
  • Go gently with suspicion and guarded speech
  • Better to wait on major new ventures

Next occurrenceMon 5 Oct, 23:09 → Tue 6 Oct, 22:18 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Dhanu navamsaName syllable “Di”
  2. 2Makara navamsaName syllable “Du”
  3. 3Kumbha navamsaName syllable “De”
  4. 4Meena navamsaName syllable “Do”

Practices for Ashlesha

The 27 nakshatras

Moon and nakshatra guidance is traditional Jyotisha offered for reflection and practice. It is not a prediction, and it is not medical, financial or legal advice. Please use your own judgement and seek a qualified professional where needed.