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Nakshatra

The Constellations and their positioning
(By Dinesh M Bharadwaj)

No

Nakshatra(Star)

Longitude Sign-Deg- Min

Lords

1

Aswini

00-00-00

Ketu

2

Bharani

00-13-20

Venus

3

Kritika

00-26-40

Sun

4

Rohini

01-10-00

Moon

5

Mrigasira

01-23-20

Mars

6

Aridra

02-06-40

Rahu

7

Punarvasu

02-20-00

Jupiter

8

Pushya

03-03-20

Saturn

9

Aslesha

03-16-40

Mercury

10

Magha

04-00-00

Ketu

11

Poorvaphalguni

04-13-20

Venus

12

Uttaraphalguni

04-26-40

Sun

13

Hasta

05-10-00

Moon

14

Chitra

05-23-20

Mars

15

Swati

06-06-40

Rahu

16

Visakha

06-20-00

Jupiter

17

Anuradha

07-03-20

Saturn

18

Jyehsta

07-16-40

Mercury

19

Moola

08-00-00

Ketu

20

Poorvashadha

08-13-20

Venus

21

Uttarashadha

08-26-40

Sun

22

Sravana

09-10-00

Moon

23

Dhanshita

09-23-20

Mars

24

Satabisha

10-06-40

Rahu

25

Poorvabhadrapada

10-20-00

Jupiter

26

Uttarabhadrapada

11-03-20

Saturn

27

Revati

11-16-40

Mercury

No

Nakshatra

Astronomical Name

1

Aswini

Beta Arietis

2

Bharani

35 Arietis

3

Kritika

Eta Tauri

4

Rohini

Aldebaran

5

Mrigasira

Lambda Orionis

6

Aridra

Alpha Orionis

7

Punarvasu

Beta Geminorium

8

Pushya

Delta Cancri

9

Aslesha

Alpha Hydroe

10

Magha

Regulus

11

Poorvaphalguni

Delta Leonis

12

Uttaraphalguni

Beta Leonis

13

Hasta

Delta Corvi

14

Chitra

Spica Virginis -Vegus

15

Swati

Arcturus

16

Visakha

Alpha Libroe

17

Anuradha

Delta Scorpio

18

Jyehsta

Antares

19

Moola

Lambda Scorpio

20

Poorvashadha

Delta Sagittari

21

Uttarashadha

Sigma sagittari

22

Sravana

Alpha Aquiloe

23

Dhanshita

Beta Delphinum

24

Satabisha

Lambda Aquarius

25

Poorvabhadrapada

Alpha Pegasi

26

Uttarabhadrapada

Gama Pegasi

27

Revati

Zeta Piscum

Ashwini

Ashwini is the first nakshatra of zodiac having a spread from 0°-0'-0" to 13°-20' and ruled by the node Ketu. Entire Ashwini nakshatra falls in the Mesh, which is ruled by the aggressive and fiery planet Mars. Though generally the qualities like aggressiveness are prominent in natives born in this sign and nakshatra, the occurrence of the same may differ according to the quarter occupied by the Moon and the sign occupied by the lord of the nakshatra, Ketu.

Males born in this nakshatra have large eyes and a broad forehead. The nose is slightly bigger and longer compared to the rest of the face. Generally these people are slim but yet powerful. If any of the fiery planets, viz. The sun, Mars or Uranus is placed in any of the fiery signs, viz. Mesh, Leo or Dhanu, these people have good disease resistant power.

People born in Ashwini are generally cheerful, nearly always bubbling with enthusiasm. They are very active, always busy doing something and if nothing else, will spend their time keeping their house neat and clean.

They are faithful to the people who love them and will try to do anything for such people to reciprocate their love. But understanding somewhat rude and strange behavior of Ashwini natives will be the responsibility of others. If the others can do this, then Ashwini native will prove to be the best friend one can find. Ashwini natives are sympathetic to the people in trouble and can provide proper guidance to such people.

Though aggressive and rude in normal times, males and females born in this nakshatra know how to keep their patience in times of difficulty. For this reason, males born in this nakshatra make some of the best military officers. But it is very difficult to calm these people when they loose their cool.

These people are stubborn and whenever provoked, will try to avenge their insult. This quality is most prominent in case of people having strong Mars. If Ketu, lord of Ashwini is occupying Vrishchik, such person will have the tendency to take revenge secretly.

They meticulously plan their tasks and consider nearly every aspect of the issue before taking any action. They are ready to accept the responsibility of their actions, whether good or bad.

Ashwini Cont...

A male born in this nakshatra is a firm believer in God and respects holy places. But he also carries the view that religion is not an end in itself; rather, it is a tool for humankind to achieve happiness. Hence, he also believes that a religion needs to keep on adapting to modern times. A female born under this nakshatra tries to stick to old traditions while carrying a modern mindset. She likes to respect the old and elderly and perform the traditional family rituals.

Ashwini natives are a jack of all trades. In their quest to know as many new things as possible, they end up trying various vocations, rarely carrying on a single vocation for a longer period. Generally they have to struggle for success even in small matters till the 30th year.

The wise old saying 'Marry in haste and repent at leisure' fits perfectly to these people. Though they sincerely love their family members and close associates, their somewhat rude behavior sometimes alienates them. When that happens, these people feel rejected. Many times they receive help and appreciation from people outside their family

Bharani

This is the second nakshatra of zodiac, ranging from 13°-20' to 26°-40'. The planet of art and beauty, the Venus, rules this nakshatra. People born in this nakshatra are generally harmless creatures. This is in stark contrast to Ashwini and Krittika natives, who are aggressive to the core. Bharni born are honest. They are frank in their opinions and do not want to modify their opinions to please others. They like to work by principles, because of which they have to face some difficulties in life.

Bharni born have a medium build and scanty hair, with a large forehead. Just like an ox, these people have a head that is broad at the temples and narrow at the chin.

Since changing the mindset is something really against their nature, they do not pay much attention to views and opinions contrary to their own. But the same steady mind and fixed views enables them to get to the core of any problem.

They like to achieve supremacy of any group and be the leader. They have to face many hurdles in their path and often face failure. Because it is in their nature to try to have their own way, they stand to loose the support of their followers and well wishers.

An interesting feature of those born in Bharni is that they are quiet fond of spreading rumors. This is especially true when mercury is aspected by Saturn.

Their all round knowledge enables them to work in nearly any field. Arts, entertainment and ways and means of enjoying material pleasure give them their fixed stream of income. Surgery, especially plastic surgery is also a good career option.

These people are normally happy in their marital relations. Their life partners take good care of household duties. These people love their families and do not like to live away from their families. These people are prone to suffer from diabetes and teeth problems.

Females born in this nakshatra are career minded. But they are seldom found occupying senior positions. In house, they act more like a leader of a group, rather than an ordinary family member. Because of their overconfident nature, these females tend to respect and obey only those people who are really superior to them.

Krittika

This is the third nakshatra of zodiac, spanning 26°-40' in Mesh to 10°-00' in Vrishabha. Its first quarter falls in the Mesh, while the remaining three quarters fall in Vrishabha. Accordingly, people with the moon in the first quarter show aggressive tendencies of mars, while the people with the moon in the Vrishabha are more calm and steady, showing the characteristics of the plant Venus.

Generally, these people are of middle stature with a commanding appearance. They are intelligent yet a little proud. Proud side of the nature is prominent in case of natives born in Vrishabha. They are a jack of all trade but master of none. And though they can give the correct advice to people in need, they may not be able to guide themselves in times of difficulty.

For these people, their self-esteem is the important thing. They are too confident of themselves and do not like to be criticized. They are generally honest and do not like to use unfair means to achieve their objectives. They have a desire to be free of any obligations, financially or morally. If the sun in their chart also happens to be in a fiery sign, theses people possess excellent stamina and conviction to pursue their goals. They are not satisfied and they will not rest till they achieve what they want. While they are orthodox by nature, they do not follow the traditions blindly. They like to travel. These people tend to get legacies.

These people get frustrated very easily, which leads to their provocation. And once they loose their cool, it is difficult to control them. Their behavior when provoked can be really dangerous when some explosive planet like Mars or Pluto is placed in any of the fiery signs.

The urge to be free of any obligations or bonds means these people can seldom work in subordinate positions. But a government job suits them, as it carries the royal powers and authority, which is a feature of Sun, the lord of this nakshatra. Their desire to work at their own speed sometimes results in others believing that they are lazy.

The females born under this nakshatra are somewhat quarrelsome. They do not hesitate to express their opinions, however opposed their views may be. This frequently results in making enemies even of close friends.

Krittika Cont...

The men born in this nakshatra get a faithful spouse, good at house keeping. But they may have to live separately for some time, separation being the result of ill health of some family member. These people have a good relationship with their parents, especially the father.

Lack of proper food habits results in gastric troubles, often acidity. They may suffer from dental problems, weak eyesight, piles, brain fever, accident, wounds, and meningitis.

Rohini

This is the fourth nakshatra of zodiac, ruled by the planet Moon. It spreads from 10°-0' in Vrishabha to 23°-20' in Vrishabha. Moon, the lord of this nakshatra and Venus, the lord of Vrishabha, though belong to the opposite camps of planets, they complement many of each other's qualities for a person born in this nakshatra. As a result, while Venus makes these people beautiful with an artistic mind, the Moon endows them with gentle, dignified manners. Vrishabha also happens to be the exalted sign of Moon. It is said that even a beggar born on this nakshatra will have a dignified appearance. Eyes of the people born in this nakshatra are especially attractive.

These people are obstinate by nature and attempts by others to ignore their views only results in worsening the situation. They seem to be hell bent to have their own say in every matter. While they are quick to point at others faults, they seldom accept their own faults. Emotions rule supreme in these people. These people will have to control their stubborn nature if they want to work in groups or be in professions that require dealing with people. Keeping a flexible mindset will always help them.

A Venus placed in a movable sign will make the native spendthrift to enjoy material comforts. Females born in this nakshatra tend to display whatever riches they have.

These people are ideally suited for any kind of artistic work and the jobs or businesses dealing with juicy and sweet materials. But these people should exercise extra caution while dealing with their business partners.

They are attached to the mother's side of family tree. Since the moon rules the mind, living a tension free life is important for them. These people are prone to suffer from hormonal imbalances caused by mental worries.

MrigaShirsha

This is the fifth nakshatra of the zodiac, spanning from 23°-20' in Vrishabha to 6°-40' in Mithun. Its first two quarters fall in the sign Vrishabha while the last two quarters fall in the sign Mithun. Accordingly, the characteristics of people born in first two quarters are different form the people born in the last two quarters. But a general picture of these natives is given below.

People born in this nakshatra have a strong body and moderate complexion. Those born in the Vrishabha will have a fair complexion compared to those born in the Mithun.

They are sincere in their behavior towards others and expect that others should also behave in the same way. But this seldom happens. As a result, there are chances that this native may get cheated very often, especially from the people close to him. When this happens, these people find it difficult to come to term with the situation. They do not like being manipulated or cheated by others. When this happens, they may harbor a tendency to take revenge.

They are peace loving by nature, but provoking them will be dangerous. They have a good grasping power, can quickly learn new things and have a creative nature.

These people are honest, straightforward and contrary to most of the people born in Vrishabha, tend to live a simple life. But they find it difficult to make up their mind on important decisions, as a result of which they have to go the trial and error way. This is why they take more time to settle down in life.

Females born in this nakshatra like to control their husbands. They try to keep themselves busy in some way after the marriage and like to have an upper hand in the domestic affairs.

These people get good education. For those born with their moon in Mithun, a career in accountancy is a good option. For those born in the Vrishabha, their good business sense is often proved useful in complementing their education. But they have to try many lines of profession before they settle down in a particular field.

These people are misunderstood many times by those whom they love. Their partners have health troubles and there is also some tension in marital relations. When it comes to health, these natives are prone to suffer form acidity and constipation.

Hasta

This is 13th nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by Moon. Hasta spans from 10°-0' to 23°-20' in Kanya. The sign Kanya is ruled by the planet of intelligence, Mercury. Those born in Kanya are tall and thin in physical appearance. They have strong shoulders and a well-developed chest.

These people have a calm and composed appearance, and will not show the slightest indication of worry even when they are under extreme tensions. But if the natal Mercury is in a duel sign, these people find it difficult to make some important decision and hence, start hesitating. They know how to win over the other party, hence these people can be good diplomats or are suitable for any profession that requires maintaining a liaison with various agencies/parties.

Unfortunately for these people, good times quickly give way to difficult situations. Though they are hard working and sincere in their efforts, they do not get rewarded for their efforts every time. This generates a lot of heartburn. Working permanently in a subordinate position is not in their blood. Even when they begin at the lower levels, through efforts and enterprise, these people rise to higher levels in their life. Even when they do not have the formal education, they can carry out the responsibilities assigned to them through their all round knowledge and efforts.

These people settle down in the middle age. With the exception of some frictions, these natives are able to enjoy a happy married life. Females born in this nakshatra may cause friction in their house because of their love for arguments and an outspoken nature.

People born in Hasta tend to suffer from sinusitis, cough, cold and asthma.

Chitra

This is the 14th nakshatra of zodiac, ruled by the fiery planet Mars. It spans from 26°-40' in Kanya to 6° -40' in Tula. Thus the first two quarters of this nakshatra fall in the sign Kanya while the last two quarters fall in the sign Tula.

Chitra born enjoy good health and always appear much younger than their actual age. They may appear rather thin and weak, but they have excellent stamina and muscle power. These people are gifted with power of intuition, a quality that is a must for any astrologer. Hence these people are suitable for any profession that requires forecasting over a longer period. If a Chitra born native has a powerful Neptune in his/her chart, the person will have dreams that can foretell the future.

When the Mars is strong in the natal chart, a Chitra born will be rather insensitive to the feelings of other. It is not that he wants to hurt others through his behavior, but this characteristic will be an integral part of his nature.

These people do not like to be subdued by others. Hence, they have to face opposition in every walk of life. A strong Mars in this case will give the necessary courage to the native to take on the world. But a weak mars will only generate hatred for those who oppose the native.

Because they have to face the ire of world for having their own say, they are considerate towards the people who are in the same situation and like to help these people.

These people suffer from ailments of kidney. Possibility of brain fever also can not be ruled out, especially when either of mars or sun is placed in Mesh.

Anuradha

This is 17th nakshatra of the zodiac, spanning form 3°-20' to 16°-40' in the sign Vrishchik. While the planet of hardships and efforts, Saturn, rules this nakshatra, the fiery and aggressive planet, Mars, rules the sign. Mars and Saturn are mutual enemies, having some of the most different characteristics. Thus, people born in this nakshatra also show some very peculiar characteristics.

Anuradha born children are somewhat weak in the beginning, but become stronger as they grow up. These people have a good height, lean and yet strong physique. As a rule, Anuradha born have to face several obstacles in their life, and hence they have a somewhat defeated look on their face. They are fairly straight forward, but if they get a feeling that some one is unnecessarily creating obstacles in their path, then Anuradha born are likely to harbor a feeling to take the revenge. These people are ready to wait long for the opportune moment to take the final action.

While mars gives them the soldierly abilities to march forward and achieve the objectives at any cost, the planet of efforts, Saturn, enables them to keep on trying again and again till they reach their destination. These people have an independent nature and will do anything to preserve their independence. This fiercely independent nature also makes them start earning at a very young age. But the lord of nakshatra, Saturn, makes them struggle at every step till the second half of their life, after which, they enjoy a smooth sailing.

Anuradha born, are not on good terms with their parents and other close relations. Seldom anyone form these relations becomes helpful for their progress in life. On the other hand, their spouse gives them the all round support necessary to make their marriage a success.

Anuradha born suffer form the problems of bones and teeth, deficiency of calcium, cough and cold.

Jyeshtha

This is 18th nakshatra of the zodiac, spanning form 16°-20' to 30°-00' in the sign Vrishchik. This nakshatra is owned by the planet of intelligence Mercury, while the fiery planet Mars owns this sign. As a result, people born in this nakshatra possess a mix of the qualities of Mercury and mars. While they are aggressive to the core, their aggressiveness is more on the intellectual level. A good lawyer or politician with excellent oratory skills, and ever ready to pounce on his opponents with strong verbal attacks is a peculiarity of this nakshatra.

Jyeshtha born have excellent physical stamina and a good physical appearance. But these people are rather soft when it comes to dealing with some really difficult problems in their life, where a firm decision has to be made and implemented with a firm mind. They are much talkative, hence are unable to keep a secret a secret. To get on well with others, they should try to control their temper and be ready to accept the advice given by others. These qualities make them appear like a very proud person, but the facts are actually different.

The key to success in life for Jyeshtha born is to control their behavior in every walk of life. This includes their eating habits as well. If this happens, their sincere nature will take them to the most senior position available in the hierarchy where they work. These people are also not very clear about the profession they want to pursue for life, and hence keep on changing jobs or the lines of business often. This is the outcome of the dual nature of the planet Mercury, the lord of this nakshatra.

In case of family relations, these people are not very lucky. While they do not get any special help form their parents, their spouse is also very dominating, due to which, they cannot take for granted the support of their spouse in whatever they undertake.

Moola

This is the 19th nakshatra of the zodiac, spanning from 00°-00' to 13°-20' in the sign Dhanu. This is a nakshatra owned by the node Ketu, the entire span of this nakshatra falls in the sign Dhanu, owned by the auspicious planet Jupiter. While Jupiter is the planet of wisdom, Ketu indicates hard work or tapasya. Hence the people born on this nakshatra gain the wisdom and knowledge through their hard work. They have their own set of principles to live by.

Natives born on this nakshatra are tall and have a good physical appearance. They are peace loving personalities, but will not hesitate to fight for what rightfully belongs to them. It is widely believed that a Moola born person becomes harmful to his/her parents. This is because the meaning of the word, Moola means the root. Hence the perception that a Moola born is harmful to his/her parents. But this is largely unjustified. A valuable piece of material lost on this nakshatra will be found out by its owner, as the word Moola also means 'getting back to the square one'.

These people are good advisors. These people have multiple skills and hence, change of professions is a regular feature for these people. They are also good advisors and act as consultants.

Moola born are frequent spend thrifts, spending their money recklessly. But they do not resort to unfair means to earn money to support their expenditure. Moola people are also very devoted in their relations, be it friendship, marriage, partnership or employment. They are really devoted and continue with these relations even during the most trying times.

Out of all the family relations, these people do not enjoy good equation with their parents, while their married life is more or less satisfactory

PoorvaShadha

This nakshatra spans from 13°-20' to 26°-40' in the sign Dhanu, the sign ruled by the lord of wisdom, Jupiter while the nakshatra is ruled by Venus. People born in Purvashadha have a good physique with a tall body. They are intelligent, convincing, tend to get into arguments with others and prove their intelligence through the arguments. But a poorly placed mercury in a duel sign results in these people being in double minds while taking any important decision. While they are good at advising others, they lack the necessary logical reasoning to take a well thought out decision. But there is a tendency to make decisions on impulse and these generally result in making a fool of these people.

A strong mars in the natal chart results in making an argumentative, obstinate and quarrelsome personality. They have very close friends. If only these people can overcome their argumentative nature and learn how to make decisions properly, they can rise to almost any levels. They are sincere in their efforts and enough persistence on their part can make miracles.

Compared to the males, the females born in this nakshatra are sincere and take every step after considering the pros and the cons. They have a determination to lead the group, wherever they are. Their natural intelligence, coupled with these qualities, can make some of the best managers.

They are religious and god-fearing people. A good combination of Venus with mercury can result in making a good poet. A favorable aspect of Neptune in this combine will result in exceptional originality of thought and intelligence in everything that requires creativity. They enjoy varied interests, ranging from ancient art to music to mystics and occult sciences. But these interests are never properly planned till the end of young age. It is only in the middle age that Purvashadha born seriously start thinking about pursuing any of these interests.

Purvashadha born enjoy good married life. Saturn aspecting the seventh house may delay the marriage in some cases. Purvashadha born are prone to suffer from problems of the lungs.

UttaraShadha

This nakshatra spans from 26°-40' in Dhanu to 10°-00' in Makar. Uttarashadha born have a well-developed body, often developed thorough rigorous exercise in the gymnasium. They have a fair complexion. A strongly placed moon in the natal chart of some Uttarashadha born can give them a fair complexion.

These people are pure hearted and respect others, especially the elders. They are honest in their dealings when it comes to business. But before taking any business decision, they try to consider as many aspects of the situation as possible. This is good, in the sense that a hastily concluded business deal often ends up putting them in a difficult situation. These people are steady, confident when it comes to being emotional. They do not trust others easily and it is only after spending considerable times with them that others can get an entry into the inner circle of their friends. But an easy way to please them is to please them with flattery.

Uttarashadha born are natural diplomats. For them, preserving a relationship has the utmost importance. To keep the matters straight, they meticulously avoid the use of strong words to others even during some of the most explosive situations. Contrary to the males born in this nakshatra, the females tend to jump into conflict with others, often through their nature of jumping at conclusions. Because of their good diplomatic skills, the males born in this nakshatra are good mediators in any dispute. A good mercury placed in their natal chart con make them a good consultant or advisor in nay field.

As a rule, Uttarashadha born have to undergo some stress related to their family matters towards the beginning of middle age.

But on an average, these people enjoy good married life. Males as well as females born in this nakshatra enjoy the company of good, caring partners. Males born in this nakshatra tend to suffer from stomach problems.

Shravan

The mercurial planet Moon owns this nakshatra. This Constellation spans from 10°-00' to 23°-20' in Makar, owned by the planet Saturn. While Saturn and Moon have totally different characteristiricts, the individual born on this nakshatra shows a mix of the characteristics of both these planets.

A male born in this nakshatra will be of medium height and a slender body. The face is round or oval and he has a fair complexion. Females born in this nakshatra have broad teeth, but these are prone to dental decay and gaps between the teeth. Females born in this nakshatra also tend to be too much talkative.

The lord of the sign, Saturn maintains a check on child like enthusiasm of the person born in this nakshatra. These people are neat in their appearance and manners. This neatness is evident in every walk of their life, be it dress manners or eating habits. They know how to please others through talking properly. These people like to mingle with others and have a large network of friends. They are always ready to help and advise others. They also have a knack to navigate through some of the most difficult situations in life. As a result, people in trouble often seek their advice. Though these people are ready to help others, they seldom gain the respect and faith of those whom they help.

While Saturn checks excessive enthusiasm of these people, versatile moon gives them the ability to undertake and execute a variety of tasks at the same time. These people are religious. The sign lord, Saturn gives a steady, properly settled life during the middle age. Males born in this nakshatra get a good wife and enjoy a happy married life. They are prone to health problems related with the skin, lungs and the digestive system. Females born in this nakshatra have some rigid ideas about their husband and they are not ready to compromise when it comes to the qualities of their husband.

Dhanishtha

This nakshatra is owned by the fiery planet Mars. This nakshatra spans from 23°-20' in Makar to 6°-40' in Kumbha. While the first half of this nakshatra falls in the sign Makar, the other half falls in the sign Kumbha. Though both these signs are owned by the same planet, Saturn, the characteristics of both these signs differ. Accordingly, the results seen in case of a person born in the nakshatra Dhanishtha with Makar as the sign will be different form the person born in Dhanishtha with Kumbha as the sign.

People born in this nakshatra are lean and tall, with good ability to resist contagious diseases. Females born in this nakshatra always look younger than their actual age. Dhanishtha born are intelligent, versatile and like to keep themselves engaged in a variety of tasks. They are straight minded, do not like to harm others and in turn, expect that nobody should harm them. But the practical life is not that simple. So when the reality strikes, these people get angry and are determined to crush the offender with all their might. But they also have the wisdom to wait for the best opportunity to avenge the damage. If that is not possible in the immediate future, they keep in mind their task and carry it out at an appropriate time.

These people are well educated. For those born in the sign Kumbha, scientific enquiry is the way of life. For them, the profession is also mostly related with science. The lord of the nakshatra being Rahu, a secretive planet, these people tend to carry out their tasks in a secret manner. Earnings through profession/service assume a significant part of their income only around the age of 30 years. Good academic record, street-smart intelligence and a knack for administration make these people an ideal candidate for holding public offices.

A Dhanishtha born is seldom happy with his relatives. But his wife knows how to deal with the troubled relations and make the matters simple. These people need to take proper care of their health, as they tend to neglect their health problems till they reach the extreme stage

Shatataraka

Shatataraka is the nakshatra owned by the node Rahu. The entire span of this nakshatra falls in the sign Kumbha, from 6°-40' to 20°-00'. People born in this nakshatra have the appearance of a well - to - do person. But they are very simple, principled people living a simple, straightforward life. They have a good memory and a tendency to remember all the bad experiences.

While the male born in this nakshatra are generally abase, the females are tall and thin, with a matured expression on their face. Both male as well as female natives born in this nakshatra are very religious and god-fearing.

When the lord of the nakshatra, Rahu, is in a fixed sign, the native tends to have an adamant nature. But this rigid attitude on the part of the native is often for some selfless cause, which has the potential to benefit the society at large. Because of their uncompromising nature when it comes to following the principles, these people have to face difficulties in their personal as well as professional lives in the early part of their life. But as the middle age dawns and they mature, they know how to have their own way without getting hurt in the process.

This sign, Kumbha, itself is a sign indicating a research-oriented mindset. Hence a Shatataraka born is ideally suited for any scientific career or a research job.

A badly aspected third house in the chart of the native generally indicates trouble form his/her younger brother/sister. These people have to help their relatives often. But the same generosity is seldom reciprocated. Similarly, a badly aspected seventh house and Venus in a Shatataraka born chart indicates a troubled married life.

Though well to do in appearance, the health of these people is often weak. They tend to suffer from diabetics, obesity and cold.

Poorva Bhadrapada

This nakshatra spans from 20°-0' in Kumbha to 3°-20' in Meen. While the first three quarters of this nakshatra fall in the sign Kumbha, the last nakshatra falls in the sign Meen. While Saturn rules Kumbha, Jupiter rules Meen and the nakshatra Poorva Bhadrapada is ruled by Jupiter. Hence the outcome is the end result of a combination of all these three planets, depending on the quarter of the nakshatra.

A person born in the first three quarters of this nakshatra ( natal sign being Kumbha) has a slender, tall stature. Thee natives born in the last quarter ( natal sign being Meen) have medium height with somewhat fleshy physique. For those born in the Meen, a well placed Jupiter indicates good fortune, but for those who are born in the sign Kumbha, even a well placed Saturn, the lord of Kumbha means that the person has to put in reasonable efforts to get his share of the fortune. Poorva Bhadrapada born have set principles in their life, which they like to follow under any circumstances.

These people like to help others, and can render impartial advice, which helps them earn the respect and confidence of others. Making money is not the first thing in their mind and hence they may be financially weak. But what matters the most for them is the position they achieve in the society, through helping others and following their own set of principles. Also they spend money in the most proper way, avoiding any misuse of the same.

Poorva Bhadrapada born tend to suffer from acidity arising out of mental tension and diabetes.

Females born in this nakshatra have a well-balanced body. They are a little more practical minded when it comes to charity.