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Vishakha

विशाखाViśākhā

Ruled by Guru · deity Indragni (Indra & Agni)

LordGuru (Jupiter)

The graha that rules this nakshatra and colours its days.

DeityIndragni (Indra & Agni)

The presiding devata whose qualities the nakshatra carries.

SymbolTriumphal arch / potter’s wheel

The traditional image that sums up its nature.

GanaRakshasa

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

NatureMishra (Mixed)

What kind of activity the day suits.

TattvaAgni (Fire)

The element it belongs to.

ShaktiVyapana Shakti

Its particular power, from the Taittiriya Brahmana.

YoniTiger (male)

Its animal symbol, used in compatibility.

NadiAntya

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

RashiTula / Vrishchika

The sign or signs its four padas fall in.

Qualities

Vishakha, ruled by Guru with Indra and Agni as its deities, is symbolised by a triumphal arch. It carries determination, ambition and a strong focus on goals. The day favours steady work toward a purpose, routine duties and fire offerings. Single-minded drive can become impatience, so remembering the larger purpose keeps effort graceful.

Shakti: The power to achieve many fruits through focused effort.

Nakshatra mantraॐ इन्द्राग्निभ्यां नमः (Om Indrāgnibhyāṁ Namaḥ)

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Favourable for

  • Working toward goals
  • Routine duties
  • Lighting a lamp or fire offering
  • Study and discipline
  • Celebrating milestones

Better to avoid

  • Go gently with impatience
  • Better to postpone rash competition

Next occurrenceMon 12 Oct, 23:52 → Wed 14 Oct, 01:43 IST · New Delhi

The four padas

  1. 1Mesha navamsaName syllable “Ti”
  2. 2Vrishabha navamsaName syllable “Tu”
  3. 3Mithuna navamsaName syllable “Te”
  4. 4Karka navamsaName syllable “To”

Practices for Vishakha

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.