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Nakshatra 15 of 27

Swati

स्वातीSvātī

Ruled by Rahu · deity Vayu

LordRahu

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityVayu

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolYoung sprout swaying in the wind / coral

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.

TattvaAgni (Fire)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiPradhvamsa Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniBuffalo (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAntya

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

RashiTula

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Swati, ruled by Rahu with Vayu, the wind, as its deity, is symbolised by a young sprout swaying in the breeze. It carries independence, flexibility and a talent for trade and diplomacy. The day favours travel, business, learning and adapting gracefully to change. The mind can drift like the wind, so a steady breath brings balance.

Shakti: The power to scatter like the wind and move freely.

Nakshatra mantraॐ वायवे नमः (Om Vāyave Namaḥ)

Preview — awaiting expert review

Favourable for

  • Travel
  • Trade and business
  • Diplomacy and negotiation
  • Learning
  • Flexible planning

Better to avoid

  • Go gently with scattered plans
  • Better to postpone rigid commitments

Next occurrenceSun 11 Oct, 22:33 → Mon 12 Oct, 23:52 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Dhanu navamsaName syllable “Ru”
  2. 2Makara navamsaName syllable “Re”
  3. 3Kumbha navamsaName syllable “Ro”
  4. 4Meena navamsaName syllable “Ta”

Practices for Swati

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.