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Nakshatra 22 of 27

Shravana

श्रवणŚravaṇa

Ruled by Chandra · deity Vishnu

LordChandra (Moon)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityVishnu

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolEar / three footprints

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaDeva

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

NatureChara (Movable)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaVayu (Air)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiSamhanana Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniMonkey (female)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAntya

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

RashiMakara

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Shravana, ruled by Chandra with Vishnu as its deity, is symbolised by an ear and three footprints. It carries the gift of listening, learning and preserving sacred knowledge. The day favours study, listening to teachers, travel, counselling and connecting people. Receptivity is high, and careful listening opens the way to wisdom.

Shakti: The power of connection that links people through listening.

Nakshatra mantraॐ विष्णवे नमः (Om Viṣṇave Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Listening and learning
  • Study of scripture
  • Travel
  • Counselling and mentoring
  • Connecting people
  • Chanting

Better to avoid

  • Go gently with gossip
  • Better to postpone harsh speech

Next occurrenceMon 19 Oct, 15:39 → Tue 20 Oct, 18:02 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Mesha navamsaName syllable “Ju”
  2. 2Vrishabha navamsaName syllable “Je”
  3. 3Mithuna navamsaName syllable “Jo”
  4. 4Karka navamsaName syllable “Gha”

Practices for Shravana

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.