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Nakshatra 2 of 27

Bharani

भरणीBharaṇī

Ruled by Shukra · deity Yama

LordShukra (Venus)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityYama

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolYoni (female organ)

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaManushya

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

NatureUgra (Fierce)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaPrithvi (Earth)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiApabharani Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniElephant (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiMadhya

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

RashiMesha

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Bharani, ruled by Shukra and presided over by Yama, the lord of dharma, carries the image of the womb that holds and transforms. Its energy is intense and disciplined, teaching restraint, responsibility and the patience to carry something to term. The day favours finishing, clearing and honouring commitments more than launching new ventures. Strong feelings can surface, and steady self-discipline turns them into creative strength.

Shakti: The power to carry away what has completed its cycle.

Nakshatra mantraॐ यमाय नमः (Om Yamāya Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Completing pending work
  • Clearing clutter
  • Honouring duties and promises
  • Disciplined practice
  • Creative work with depth
  • Quiet reflection

Better to avoid

  • Better to postpone major new beginnings
  • Go gently with heated conversations
  • Better to slow down than to push past fatigue

Next occurrenceMon 26 Oct, 17:41 → Tue 27 Oct, 15:39 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Simha navamsaName syllable “Li”
  2. 2Kanya navamsaName syllable “Lu”
  3. 3Tula navamsaName syllable “Le”
  4. 4Vrishchika navamsaName syllable “Lo”

Practices for Bharani

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.