Punarvasu Nakshatra
Punarvasu is nakshatra number 7. It is ruled by Jupiter and falls in Gemini–Cancer. Its symbol, quiver of arrows, points to the core instinct of people born under it.
Key facts
| # | 7 |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra lord | Jupiter |
| Rashi | Gemini–Cancer |
| Symbol | Quiver of arrows |
| Presiding deity | Aditi |
| Gana | Dev |
| Yoni | Cat |
| Nadi | Aadi |
| Span | 80°0′ – 93°20′ |
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.
Personality traits
People born in Punarvasu carry a strong imprint of Jupiter. They tend to hold clear goals and to go unusually deep into whatever holds their interest. The Gemini–Cancer placement governs how quickly they commit to a decision.
Career and work
The fields signified by Jupiter suit these natives best, and roles that allow independent judgement give them the most satisfaction.
What the deity and gana mean
Punarvasu's presiding deity is Aditi, and its gana is Dev. 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 Aadi, which carries the heaviest weight in kundali matching.
Favourable activities
Following the nature of Jupiter, Punarvasu is considered favourable for starting travel, study, new undertakings and anything signified by Jupiter. 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 Punarvasu the yoni is cat, the gana Dev and the nadi Aadi, 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 Punarvasu nakshatra?
Punarvasu is ruled by Jupiter and lies in Gemini–Cancer.
Is being born in Punarvasu 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.