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Nakshatra 13 of 27

Hasta

हस्त

Ruled by Chandra · deity Savitar (Surya)

LordChandra (Moon)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeitySavitar (Surya)

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolHand

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaDeva

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

NatureKshipra (Swift)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaAgni (Fire)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiHasta Sthapaniya Agama Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniBuffalo (female)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAdi

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

RashiKanya

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Hasta, ruled by Chandra with Savitr, the inspiring Sun, as its deity, is symbolised by an open hand. It carries skill, dexterity, wit and practical intelligence. The day favours handwork, crafts, trade and quick, well-made tasks. A busy hand can turn into a restless one, so focusing on one craft at a time brings satisfying work.

Shakti: The power to place what you seek into your hands.

Nakshatra mantraॐ सवित्रे नमः (Om Savitre Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Crafts and handwork
  • Quick practical tasks
  • Trade and commerce
  • Writing and detail work
  • Learning a skill
  • Healing arts

Better to avoid

  • Go gently with multitasking
  • Better to postpone slow, heavy commitments

Next occurrenceFri 9 Oct, 21:20 → Sat 10 Oct, 21:43 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Mesha navamsaName syllable “Pu”
  2. 2Vrishabha navamsaName syllable “Sha”
  3. 3Mithuna navamsaName syllable “Ṇa”
  4. 4Karka navamsaName syllable “Ṭha”

Practices for Hasta

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.