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Nakshatra 18 of 27

Jyeshtha

ज्येष्ठाJyeṣṭhā

Ruled by Budha · deity Indra

LordBudha (Mercury)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityIndra

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolCircular amulet / umbrella / earring

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.

TattvaVayu (Air)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiArohana Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniDeer (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAdi

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

RashiVrishchika

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Jyeshtha, ruled by Budha with Indra, king of the gods, as its deity, is symbolised by a circular amulet or umbrella. It carries seniority, protection and the responsibility of the eldest. The day favours leadership, protecting others, completing difficult tasks and decisive action. Its intensity can bring pressure, so humility and rest keep strength sustainable.

Shakti: The power to rise, protect and take courageous responsibility.

Nakshatra mantraॐ इन्द्राय नमः (Om Indrāya Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Taking responsibility
  • Protecting others
  • Completing difficult tasks
  • Decisive action
  • Mentoring

Better to avoid

  • Better to postpone new beginnings
  • Go gently with power struggles
  • Better to rest than to overextend

Next occurrenceThu 15 Oct, 04:03 → Fri 16 Oct, 06:48 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Dhanu navamsaName syllable “No”
  2. 2Makara navamsaName syllable “Ya”
  3. 3Kumbha navamsaName syllable “Yi”
  4. 4Meena navamsaName syllable “Yu”

Practices for Jyeshtha

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.