Ashlesha Nakshatra
Ashlesha is nakshatra number 9. It is ruled by Mercury and falls in Cancer. Its symbol, coiled serpent, points to the core instinct of people born under it.
Key facts
| # | 9 |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra lord | Mercury |
| Rashi | Cancer |
| Symbol | Coiled serpent |
| Presiding deity | Nagas |
| Gana | Rakshasa |
| Yoni | Cat |
| Nadi | Antya |
| Span | 106°40′ – 120°0′ |
The four padas (navamsa)
Every nakshatra is divided into four padas of 3°20′, and each pada falls in a navamsa sign. The pada of birth decides the naming syllable and the finer shades of temperament.
| Pada | Navamsa sign | Ruling planet |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sagittarius | Jupiter |
| 2 | Capricorn | Saturn |
| 3 | Aquarius | Saturn (Uranus) |
| 4 | Pisces | Jupiter (Neptune) |
Personality traits
People born in Ashlesha carry a strong imprint of Mercury. They tend to hold clear goals and to go unusually deep into whatever holds their interest. The Cancer placement governs how quickly they commit to a decision.
Career and work
The fields signified by Mercury suit these natives best, and roles that allow independent judgement give them the most satisfaction.
What the deity and gana mean
Ashlesha's presiding deity is Nagas, and its gana is Rakshasa. The gana describes the basic disposition — Dev gana is gentle and cooperative, Manushya balanced and practical, Rakshasa firm and direct. The yoni is cat, which indicates instinctive compatibility, and the nadi is Antya, which carries the heaviest weight in kundali matching.
Favourable activities
Following the nature of Mercury, Ashlesha is considered favourable for starting travel, study, new undertakings and anything signified by Mercury. Which weekday the nakshatra falls on also matters when fixing a muhurta.
Role in kundali matching
Four of the eight kootas — Tara, Yoni, Gana and Nadi — come directly from the nakshatra, which is 21 of the 36 gunas. For Ashlesha the yoni is cat, the gana Rakshasa and the nadi Antya, and matching works off exactly those. Note that when both people share the same nadi, all 8 nadi points drop to zero.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the lord of Ashlesha nakshatra?
Ashlesha is ruled by Mercury and lies in Cancer.
Is being born in Ashlesha auspicious?
No nakshatra is inauspicious in itself. The outcome depends on the Moon's strength and the rest of the chart.
How many gunas does the nakshatra decide?
Tara (3), Yoni (4), Gana (6) and Nadi (8) — 21 of the 36 gunas come from the nakshatra.