Janma Nakshatra or Birth star - Nakshatra Characteristics

Bearing in mind the 360 degrees of the elliptically structured zodiac, it can be divided into twelve houses with each house being equal to thirty degrees. With further subdivision of the same into twenty seven nakshatras or star constellation, each of the constellations occupies a magnitude of thirteen degrees and twenty minutes. Just as an individual takes birth under different rasis or zodiac signs governing the twelve houses, similarly the celestial presence of the twenty seven 'nakshatras' or birth star governs our birth. Lunar placement in natal or birth chart determines the birth star governing an individual.

Importance of Nakshatra

Since the constellation or nakshatra where moon finds its presence is known as the Janma Nakshatra and as moon influences the mental aspects of the native, nakshatra of the moon thus casts its indelible influence on moon. If one is born under Mars's nakshatra, it is likely to influence the aspects governed by Mars such as marriage and younger siblings. With each nakshatra having a planetary lord, the placement of the same (planetary lord) determines the initial dasa or 'phase' in the horoscope of a native. Nakshatra lords also play an important role in determining the essential quality of a person besides helping to assess the focal points of his energy and ambition.

Nakshatra Names and Their Meanings

According to Vedic astrology, there are twenty seven nakshatras or birth stars inhabiting each of the twenty seven segments of the elliptical zodiac. The names of Nakshatras along with their meanings is given below.

Ashwini - Horse-like-woman
Bharani - Bearer-woman
Krittika - Cutting woman
Rohini - Red woman
Mrigashirsha - Head of a deer
Ardra - Moist One
Punarvasu - Return of the Light
Pushya - Nourishing
Ashlesha - The embracer
Magha - The great one
Purva Phalguni - Former reddish one
Uttara Phalguni - Latter reddish one
Hasta - The hand
Chitra - The bright one
Swati - Sword or Independence
Vishaka - Fork shaped(having branches)
Anuradha - Disciple of divine spark
Jyeshta - The eldest
Moola - The root
Purva Ashadha - Early Victory or The Undefeated
Uttara Ashada - Latter Victory or latter Undefeated
Shravana - Hearing
Dhanistha - The richest one
Shatabhisaa - Hundred healers
Purva Bhadrapada - Former happy feet
Uttara Bhadrapada - Latter happy feet
Revati - The wealthy

Nakshatra compatibility

With Vedic astrology giving much insistence on compatibility factors of bride & bridegroom, thorough matching of the horoscope prior to marital settlement is generally called for. Apart from taking into consideration the sun sign, rasi or moon sign, and the point of ascendance; nakshatra based compatibility is also emphasized. Nakshatra centric matching also known as 'koota- guna matching' helps to pin point the relative merit and demerits of the concerned pair in respect of one another. In the realm of Nakshatra matching at least eighteen positive points are necessitated for a union to be termed as compatible. As far as the similar matching is concerned, usually the cross checking follows from the girl's to that of the boy's with vertical calculation along the same row.

Nakshatra and Rasi

With both nakshatra and rasi being an intrinsic part of the same elliptical zodiac, both are fundamentally related to one another. Logically speaking twelve segments of rasi or moon signs correspond to the twenty seven nakshatras or constellations present in the similar ellipse. Other way round one can say that with twelve rasis being equal to twenty seven nakshatras, each rasi is equal to two and quarter of nakshatra.

No	Samskritam, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi	Tamil	Malayalam	First Letter of Baby's Name
1	Aswini अश्विनि అశ్విని	Aswini அசுவினி	Aswathi	Chu, Che, Cho, La चु, चे, चो, ला
2	Bharani भरणी భరణి	Bharani பரணி	Bharani	Lee, Lu, Le, Lo ली, लू, ले, लो
3	Krithika कृत्तिका కృతిక	Karthigai கிருத்திகை	Kaarthika	A, E, U, Ea अ, ई, उ, ए
4	Rohini रोहिणी రోహిణి	Rohini ரோகிணி	Rohini	O, Va, Vi, Vu ओ, वा, वी, वु
5	Mrigashiras म्रृगशीर्षा మ్రిగాసిర	Mrigasheersham மிருகசிரீஷம்	Makeeryam	We Wo, Ka, Ki वे, वो, का, की
6	Aardhra / Arudra (Telugu) आर्द्रा ఆరుద్ర	Thiruvaathirai திருவாதிரை	Thiruvaathira	Ku, Gha, Ing, chh कु, घ, ङ, छ
7	Punarvasu पुनर्वसु పునర్వసు	Punarpoosam புனர்பூசம்	Punartham	Ke, Ko, Ha, Hi के, को, हा, ही
8	Pushyami पुष्य పుష్య	Poosam பூசம்	Pooyyam	Hu, He, Ho, Da हु, हे, हो, डा
9	Ashlesha आश्लेषा ఆశ్లేష	Aayilyam ஆயில்யம்	Aayilyam	De, Du, De, Do डी, डू, डे, डो
10	Magha/Makha मघा మాఘ	Makam மகம்	Makham	Ma, Me, Mu, Me मा, मी, मू, मे
11	P.Phalguni/PoorvaPhalguni /Pubba(Telugu) पूर्व फाल्गुनी పూర్వ ఫల్గుని	Pooram பூரம்	Pooram	Mo, Ta, Ti, Tu मो, टा, टी, टू
12	U.Phalguni/Uthraphalguni /Uttara(Telugu) उत्तर फाल्गुनी ఉత్తర ఫల్గుని	Uthiram உத்திரம்	Uthram	To, Pa, Pe, Pu टो, पा, पी, पू
13	Hastha हस्त హస్త	Hastham ஹஸ்தம்	Atham	Pu, Sha, Na, Tha पू, ष, ण, ठ
14	Chitra चित्रा చిత్ర	Chithirai சித்திரை	Chitra	Pe, Po, Ra, Re पे, पो, रा, री
15	Swaathi स्वाति స్వాతి	Swaathi சுவாதி	Chothi	Ru, Re, Ro, Taa रू, रे, रो, ता
16	Vishaakha विशाखा విశాక	Visaakam விசாகம்	Visaakam	Ti, TU, Tea To ती, तू, ते, तो
17	Anuraadha अनुराधा అనురాధ	Anusham அனுஷம்	Anizham	Na, Ne, Nu, Ne ना, नी, नू, ने
18	Jyeshta ज्येष्ठा జ్యేష్ట	Kettai கேட்டை	Thrikketta	No, Ya Yi, Yu नो, या, यी, यू
19	Moola मूल మూలా	Moolam முலம்	Moolam	Ye, Yo, Ba, Be ये, यो, भा, भी
20	P.Shada/Poorvashaada पूर्वाषाढ़ा పూర్వాషాఢ	Pooraadam பூராடம்	Pooraadam	Bhu, Dha, pha Dha भू, धा, फा, ढा
21	U.Shada/Uthrashaada उत्तराषाढ़ा ఉత్తరాషాఢ	Uthiraadam உத்திராடம்	Uthraadam	Bhe, Bho, Ja, Ji भे, भो, जा, जी
22	Shraavan श्रवण శ్రవణ	Thiruvonam திருவோணம்	Thiruvonam	Ju/khi, Je/khu, Jo/khe, Gha/kho खी, खू, खे, खो
23	Dhanishta धनिष्ठा ధనిశ్త	Avittam அவிட்டம்	Avittam	Ga, Gi, Gu, Ge गा, गी, गु, गे
24	Shathabhisha शतभिषा శతభిష	Chathayam/Sadayam சதயம்	Chathayam	Go, Sa, Si, Su गो, सा, सी, सू
25	P.Bhadra/Poorvabhadra पूर्वभाद्र పూర్వాభాద్ర	Poorattathi பூரட்டாதி	Poorattadhi	Se, So, Da, Di से, सो, दा, दी
26	U.Bhadra/Uthrabhadra उत्तरभाद्र ఉత్తరాభాద్ర	Uthirattathi உத்திரட்டாதி	Uthrattathi	Du, tha, Jha, Da दू, थ, झ, ञ
27	Revathi रेवती రేవతి	Revathi ரேவதி	Revathi	De, Do, Cha, Chi दे, दो, च, ची

Ashwini Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Ashwini Nakshatra, which finds its location in the constellation known as 'Aries', is characterized by a couple of shining stars.

Basic information about Ashwini Birth Star

Signifying commencement or beginning, the constellation featuring Ashwini is symbolic of a horse's head. Etymologically implying birth from a female horse, the symbolic significance of horse with regard to Ashwini nakshatra or birth star lies in its power, strength, vitality, courage and ability at swift action. With 'ketu' or south lunar phase being its lord, Ashwini Nakshatra reflects the dynamism of its planetary lord 'ketu'.

General characteristics of Ashwini Nakshatra

With dynamism, initiative and action being the general characteristics of Ashwini Nakshatra, the same characterize the personality traits of natives born under this nakshatra. As a matter of fact dynamism and power to initiate are the distinguishing personality traits of native born under the given birth star of Ashwini. Marked by an element of swift spontaneity, natives guided by Ashwini generally prefer action and results to long drawn analysis and inaction. As far as their action oriented personality is concerned, they prefer direct mean of action; over something indirect, thought provoking and tactful. Physical characteristics of natives born under the ascendance of Ashwini Nakshatra include short stature, youthfulness and liveliness. With "Ashwini Kumaras" being the guarding deity of this star sign, a touch of charismatic sophistication and style are also to be traced amongst those born under the said star constellation.

Consequently, in their behavioral characteristics they waste little or no time in translating thoughts into constructive action. Immensely action and result oriented, they detest wasting time in brooding or thoughtful analysis. With swiftness lying at the core of their behavior the natives of the given nakshatra seem to be in a perennial state of hurry. In their external behavior they are marked by lively spontaneity, enthusiasm, intelligence and necessary jest for life. Typical Ashwini Nakshatra behavioral characteristics exhibit a trademark innocence, sportsmanship and childlike inclinations. Apart from being lavish in their style of life, they are also lavish in the show of courage and chivalry. Daringness and a willing abstinence from caution lie at the basis of their behavioral characteristics. They are daringly courageous in the pursuit of life's challenging missions.

In their courage, daringness and swiftness of action they display their positive traits. Action oriented nature and fast paced endeavor towards the realization of the life's challenges are the other positive traits which distinguish the natives born under this sign. With their rapid translation of thoughts to action they also reflect a fair measure of intellectual agility and acute sharpness.

However with their intrinsic bent towards dynamism and fast paced action, they are prone to giving into the negative traits of rash impulsiveness. With their tendency towards exercising little or no caution they are more susceptible to unnecessary risks and blunders. Similarly their lack of contemplation and thoughtful analysis may create ways for snares of danger and uncalled for troubles. With their immensely vibrant nature, natives of this sign are less liable to long term endurance and wisdom. Revengefulness and stubbornness are the other negative traits of people born under the birth star of Ashwini.

Career options for Ashwini Nakshatra people

As far as career options are concerned, people born under the guarding influence of Ashwini nakshatra generally excel as physicians, entrepreneurs and in areas of adventure sports. With their zeal for renovation and courage, they excel in careers involving heroic exploits. Career options including military or armed forces, law enforcements and athleticism are their favored avenues.

Ashwini nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

With each nakshatra being represented by an animal sign, it is generally held that animals inimical to one another contribute to the similar inimicality in nakshatra. Going by that logic, 'Hasttham' and 'Swathi' are incompatible to Ashwini nakshatra. On the other hand, natives born under Ashwini Nakshatra are most compatible to natives born under 'Shatabishak' nakshatra

Bharani Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Symbolized by a harmony of faint stars, Bharani Nakshatra happens to be the fulcrum of creative energy in the celestial constellation consisting of twenty six other nakshatras. Ruled by the God of death or 'yama', "Bearing Star" or Bharani Nakshatra occupies the second slot in the assemblage of twenty seven birth stars.

Basic information about Bharani Birth Star

Manifesting the creative aspect of Venus its planetary lord, Bharani Nakshatra is related to the intrinsic feminine attributes of nature- its ability to create, bear, nurture and destroy. To adopt or resort to the path of extremities is one of the inherent Bharani Nakshatra characteristics. In its constant oscillation between contradictions, the nakshatra symbolizes mutually opposing characteristics of desire, experimentation, lust, jealousy, forbearance, sacrifice and fear.

General characteristics of Bharani Nakshatra

Marked by an aura of innocence and reliance on instincts, natives born under the birth star of Bharani display their willingness to explore and experiment rather than sit back and calculate. On account of the star constellation’s essential tendency towards contradictions, natives born under Bharani Nakshatra are often seen going through the radical processes of transformations. To go through a whole lot of possibilities and embarking upon a glaringly novel road of possibility are some of their general characteristics. To plunge into newly discovered avenues of possibilities without much forethought and calculation also ranks amongst their general characteristics.

As far as personality traits of natives born under Bharani Nakshatra are concerned, they call for judicious and effective guidance whereby they are able to lead on their creative energy to fruitful accomplishments. But in the absence of it, they are prone to hopping from one source to next. Personality traits of natives born under the ascendance of the ‘Bearing Star’ include overwhelming vulnerability to emotions and desires. Inability to tolerate any form of domination is also one of their cardinal personality traits. Guided by its planetary lord, natives of Bharani also symbolize the extremes of physical passion and desires. With an innate potentiality to attract opposites, they are marked by large expressive eyes and mesmerizing smile.

In their behavioral traits or characteristics, they display outward calm and poise, despite the presence of a volatile mindset. Their behavioral traits display the elements of strength and forbearance on account of their inherent ability to counter difficulties of life. Losses and defeat may make them emotional, but with their needful fortitude and forbearance, they are well equipped to counter the necessary hardships of life.

Their positive traits of poise, calm and care they make themselves endearingly attractive. With their multiplicity of interests and experimentations, they tend to popularize themselves in different genres of art and culture. Sincerity and dutifulness towards their liabilities are some of their other positive traits.

Their unrestrained indulgence of material and physical pleasures can be looked upon as a leading negative trait. Likewise their vulnerability to luxuriousness and extravagance are deemed to be their major negative features. It also includes their inability to put up with any form of domination and source of authority. In spite, of being good hearted his abject disregard for others’ sentiments, often contribute to his unpopularity.

Career Options for Bharani Nakshatra Born People

With their dynamism and enterprising traits, natives born with Bharani Nakshatra in their ascendance, will create effective career opportunities for themselves, rather than wait for opportunities to come their way. With their creative ingenuity, they excel in realms of performing arts and as such can curve a niche in careers based on singing, dancing, acting and painting. They also make excellent administrators, businessman and ingenuous surgeons and adjudicators. As a matter of fact, with their intrinsic desire to experience life in all its possibilities, makes him/her fit for different kinds of career.

Bharani Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Revathi nakshatra symbolic of a female elephant is instinctively compatible with Bharani Nakshatra. Even Hasta, Svati, Sravan and Purvaashada are compatible with Bharani nakshatra; if compatibility is judged on the basis of animal yonis they are guided by. As far as incompatibility is concerned Bharani Nakshatra is incompatible with birth stars guided by the signs of tiger and lion. Thus it is incompatible with Chitra, Dhanistha, Purvavadrapada and Bishakha nakshatra.

Krittika Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

The celestial presence of Krittika Nakshatra is marked by a cluster of seven stars, also known as Pleadius. With God of fire or 'agni', being its ruling deity, Krittika Nakshatra is supposed to be the source of energy and power.

Basic information about Krittika Birth Star

Krittika which in Sanskrit also means 'critical' endows Krittika Nakshatra with the characteristics of enquiry and ability to detect minute causes of imperfection. This penetrating ability to discern and detect are the leading Krittika Nakshatra characteristics. Any imperfection that stands in the way of success comes under the characteristic scanner of Krittika Nakshatra. Guided by the planetary lord Mars and the guarding deity of Fire, Krittika Nakshatra is more prone to reflecting the dominating influence of 'Agni'. Cosmic location of Krittika Nakshatra also accounts for its innate characteristic of transcending the realm of physical energy.

General characteristics of Krittika Nakshatra

Personality traits of natives born under the birth star of Krittika include enhanced insistence on perfection and that of fine sense of discern ability. Generally intolerant towards imperfections and shortcomings natives of this nakshatra imbibes in their personality traits blunt straightforwardness. With 'Agni' as their ruling deity, they display the glowing energy and fiery bluntness. This fiery element is also reflected in their extremes of temper when provoked. Their rage or anger is generally short lived and non revengeful in essence. On account of the Nakshatra's cosmic placement, natives governed by Krittika Nakshatra are liable to spiritual transformation with an eye on purification and need for severing physical bonds.

In their Behavioral characteristics, natives born under the guarding influence of Krittika Nakshatra generally display a blend of sternness and affection, with their stern external camouflaging their innately feminine characteristics of warmth, care and protection. Essentially caring and protective by nature, they exude a lot of warmth and vibrancy in their social interactions. With their sharply intimidating behavioral characteristics they are good at putting an end to different forms of nuisance. People seek refuge and protection in their intimidating strength and support. They display exceptional ability in arguments backed up by logic and reason.

Positive traits of people born under Krittika Nakshatra include honesty, frankness and innate ability to elicit faith and respect of people around. Their protective ability, independence and fiery determination and insistence on protection are some of their other positive traits. They are extremely hard working and effort centric.

Their uninhibited frankness and tendency towards fault finding rank amongst their leading negative traits. At times they become socially unpopular and center of negative criticism on account of their bluntness. Their external display of anger and lack of diplomacy also count amongst their negative traits. Sometimes they are unable to attune themselves to the changing needs of time.

Career Options for Krittika Nakshatra Born People

Natives of Krittika Nakshatra prosper as administrators, leaders and lawyers. It is astrologically accepted that natives of Krittika Nakshatra excel in career opportunities away from their home land. Though business based on partnership can never be his cup of tea, he/she can excel in business related to yarn, artistic goods and medicines. They also excel in careers pertaining to medicine, engineering and draftsmanship.

Krittika Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Symbolizing the yoni of a female sheep, Krittika Nakshatra is instinctively compatible with its male counterpart influencing 'Pushyami Nakshatra'.The nakshatras, 'Chitra', 'Vishakkha', 'Dhanistha' and 'Purvavadrapada' are considered incompatible in respect of Krittika Nakshatra on grounds of the underlying incompatibility in terms of their creative source or 'yoni'. It is worth noting that sheep symbolic of Krittika Nakshatra is essentially hostile to tiger and lion symbolizing the list of incompatible nakshatras. Based on the similar principle male and female buffaloes enshrined by Svati and Hasta Nakshatras are compatible with Krittika Nakshatra.

Rohini Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

In the entire celestial horizon, Rohini Nakshatra or 'Aldebaran' is supposed to be one of the brightest possible stars. Governed by 'Brahma' who epitomizes the essence of creation; Rohini Nakshatra symbolizing essential fertility is depicted by cart drawn by a couple of oxen.

Basic information about Rohini Birth Star

Governed by 'Prajapati Brahma' and led by the planetary influence of moon, general characteristics involving Rohini Nakshatra encompass the essence of fertility, conception, growth and development. The highly productive birth star epitomizes the quintessence of natural growth, sustenance and development. Redness associated with this birth star brings out its general characteristics of passionate warmth and vigor.

Rohini Nakshatra Characteristics

Personality traits of natives born under the birth star of Rohini include apparent calmness and gentleness. Intrinsically stable with an aura of poise and serenity, people belonging to Rohini Nakshatra, exude substantial charm and sex appeal. With their attractive physical features and essential charm, they rely more on gestures rather than words in turning a situation to their advantage. In their personality traits they display their orientation towards nature and environment. Essentially creative, imaginative and talented; question of personal gain or success generally depends on their ability to combine imagination with action.

In spite, of their intriguing calmness natives born under the influence of Rohini Nakshatra display an ardent desire for creativity and self expression in their behavioral characteristics. With art and creativity being the star's main fulcrum, the natives of Rohini Nakshatra often shape out as paragons of art and ingenuity. With perseverance and strong familial ties marking their behavioral characteristics, they can also give in to fleeting spells of imagination and restlessness. At times, they prefer being a part of their self created world of make-belief. They are equally appreciative of beauties and decorative luxuries of life. Persevering and hard working natives thus reap the benefits of creative ingenuity together with material success. Sensitivity and vulnerability to emotions also count among the leading behavioral attributes of such natives.

Positive traits of natives born under the ascendance of Rohini Nakshatra include their temperamental sweetness and gentleness. In their creative and imaginative ingenuity, they outshine the natives born under other birth stars. Essentially fine tuned they seldom get into fits of temper. Softly affectionate nature which does not hold offence or revenge is one of their leading positive traits. Natives upholding a blend of perseverance and imagination are generally found prospering.

Lack of purpose and stability characterizing the natives influenced by Rohini Nakshatra count among their major negative traits. Owing to their susceptibility to imagination, they often prefer idle imagination to action and struggle. Indecision and fickle mindedness and lack of singularity also feature amongst their negative traits. It also includes the lack of endurance and patience.

Career Options for Rohini Nakshatra Born People

Natives born under the star sign of Rohini can turn out to be efficient sculptors, artistes, musicians, danseuse and creative directors. Photography and editing can also feature among their career options. They can curve a niche in careers related to agriculture and environment. They can make mileage out of career options including advertisement, writing, marketing and jewelry designing.

Rohini Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Mrigashira Nakshatra symbolized by the creative source of a female snake is the most compatible Nakshatra with regard to Rohini. Uttara Aashada Nakshatra symbolized by the 'yoni' of male mongoose happens to be the most non compatible Nakshatra with regard to Rohini Nakshatra. Ashwini and Bharani Nakshatras along with their female counterparts in Revathi and Satabishsak are compatible with Rohini Nakshatra. As a nakshatra symbolized by the 'yoni' of snake, it is neutral to male and female counterparts of tiger. Apart from its compatibility to the mentioned ones and neutrality to Vishakha and Chitra, Rohini is inimical or incompatible to the remaining birth stars.

Mrigashirsha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Mrigashirsha nakshatra which is the fifth nakshatra according to the Hindu astronomical beliefs is the same as the constellation "orion". This constellation is visible throughout the world and is one of the most conspicuous star formations in the night sky. The formation resembles that of a hunter.

Basic information about Mrigashirsha Birth Star

This nakshatra is formed by the combination of the Vrishaba rashi, which forms the first two quarters and the Mithun rashi which forms the latter half of this constellation. The name of this nakshatra contains the word "Mriga" which represents forest , garden, a quest to find and a hunter. It signifies a guide or a leading force. It is also supposed to emanate the idea of finding attractive faces or the act of requesting a girl for marriage as per Hindu astronomical beliefs. Individuals whose birth falls in Mrigashirsha nakshatra have a strong body.

Mrigashirsha Nakshatra Characteristics

As Mrigashirsha nakshatra is called the "Searching star", the individuals that belong to this ,also have similar tendencies of search and quest. They basically are inquisitive in nature and always look for something. They tend to travel a lot. Restlessness and nervousness are the significant personality traits of such persons. And these kinds of people often tend to be more efficient because of such personality traits, when the same is used in a positive way in their work life.

Their inquisitive personality defines a lot of behavioral characteristics found in such people. They are believed to be successful research fellows and highly successful in conducting investigations. Highly intelligent quest being an important part of their behavioral characteristics, they often become inclined spiritually and seek /explore the spiritual depths of life and souls. They also have a sensual side to their character which gets provoked easily and thus they tend to harbor many sexual relationships, as suggested by the Hindu mythology.

Considering their positive traits, they are intelligent and knowledge seeking, which makes them reputed and respected people in the society. The people born in Mrigashirsha star are good looking, truthful, clean at heart and earn and enjoy a lot of wealth in their lives. Other positive traits in them are that they are loved by all, enthusiastic and have good administration powers. They are also considered to be obedient, respecting their teachers and always keen to learn and observe.

On the other hand the negative traits possessed by Mrigashirsha nakshatra individuals are restlessness and nervousness. Though they can manage situations well, but sometimes their lack of patience may lead to taking wrong decisions and committing mistakes. They are good looking, sharp and truthful, and thus they have no problems in attracting romantic relationships, but they might be prone to be provoked by the other sex easily which may lead to infidelity in the relationship which can be considered another negative trait in such individuals.

Career Options for Mrigashirsha Nakshatra Born People

Mrigashirsha nakshatra individuals generally fair very well in their career when given the freedom to decide the path they wish to take in their professional life. Their career interests may vary from being Musician, tailor, Engineer, communicator or in travel industry. Again , the career interest and freedom to chose the career greatly govern their success.

Mrigashirsha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

It is very important to consider the compatibility factors among nakshatra's while building relationships in our lives. Relationships like marriage are the ones that last lifetime need to be carefully conducted between two individuals of compatible nakshatras. As Mrigashirsha nakshatra people are restless and need calming, the nakshatras that cool these individual down are Ardra , Pushya and Ashlesha ,and they are compatible nakshatras.

The incompatible nakshatras are Ashvini and Mrigashirsha.

Ardra Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Ardra nakshatra is considered to be the "godess of forture" as per hindu astronomical beliefs. This star formation corresponds to the Betelgeuse star. It appears as a red big giant star in the night sky and is one of the brightest stars. This nakshatra is dominated by the Mithuna rashi.

Basic information about Ardra Birth Star

The basic meaning of Ardra is wet or charged with water. Ardra individuals are very much influenced by Rudra or Shiva. Shiva on one hand is placid and calm and is considerate towards the well being of the world, while on the other hand is also known as the destructor or the annihilator. He consumed all the poison thrown out as part of the "Samudra manthan" and protected the whole world from it, and at the same time when he is angry his "tandav" can bring annihilation of the whole world. Ardra nakshatra people are found to possess these characteristics in their core.

Ardra Nakshatra Characteristics

The individuals of this nakshatra are believed to possess the characteristics of a child and thus undergo extremities of emotions like those of extreme happiness or utmost sadness. One of the important behavioral characteristics of such people is the transformation of emotion that the natives of this nakshatra undergo that may produce cognizance or a state of confusion. These are the kind of people which like to analyze and investigate the causes behind a particular function that takes place. Some of the behavioral characteristics that make people of this nakshatra endearing is their empathy towards other and their helpful nature.

The probing nature of the natives is one of the most conspicuous and defining personality traits of the people of this category. This trait is observed even in children who manifest this nature quite clearly and vocally. They are hard working individuals who seek their goals with dedication and convert them to accomplishments. This particular personality trait makes them successful in their professional life.

Their lives undergo many ups and downs and U turns, which means they have to face many challenges in their lives and they know how to deal with them. Some of their positive traits of such people are hard work, intelligence and innovation that help them to shape their lives and make the life of other people easier. They are skilled persons who can renovate old things and produce new things with their fertile thinking. Such positive traits make them strong and mentally stable and at the same time empathetic towards others.

The people of Ardra nakshatra are often found to be filled with some kind of sadness and a kind of impulsive mentality that count towards the negative traits of such people. They are cleaver and calculating and at the same time they can be stubborn and may exhibit violent temperament at times. These negative traits may not help them to make very close social bonds.

The people of Ardra nakshatra are endowed with capabilities to work well and achieve success in their professional lives. They are seekers of knowledge, and they continue to grasp knowledge from whichever source they can. They are not stable in their jobs and their career interest vary a lot. While in their work, they are totally determined and sincere to their jobs but often known to not enjoy sufficient appreciation or acknowledgement they deserve.

Career Options for Ardra Nakshatra Born People

Their career interest lies in fields like transport industry, communication industry, financial broking firms, shipping industries etc.

Ardra Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Compatibility is very important factor while deciding long term relationships like marriages etc. Some of the compatible nakshatras for Ardra are Ashvini, Bharini and Krittika while the incompatible ones are Purva Falguni and Magha.

Punarvasu Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Attributed to the two of the brightest stars in the star constellation of 'Gemini', 'Castor' and 'Pollux'; Punarvasu Nakshatra happens to be the birth star of the Hindu God and king of Ayodhya- Lord Rama. With the presiding deity of Punarvasu Nakshatra being Aditi, it comes under the governing influence of the planet Jupiter.

Basic information about Punarvasu Birth Star

Derived from the Sanskrit Puna &Vasu, the etymological significance of 'Punarvasu' relates to revival, renewal and restoration. The Nakshatra imbibes the general characteristics of its deity. Aditi, the Divine mother of the twelve Adityas, epitomizes truth, beauty, aristocracy, nobility and purity. Similarly this star is also characterized by the mentioned virtues. Freedom from the limits of time and space also includes amongst its general characteristics

General characteristics of Punarvasu Nakshatra

Natives born under the retrieving aspect of Punarvasu Nakshatra are marked by the personality traits of harmony, care and protection. They reflect the utmost happiness and satisfaction, harboring little or no negativity. On being confronted with difficulties and elements of negativity, personality traits of confidence and optimism help them retrieve the same. Apart from being pleasant natured and friendly, they imbibe the elements of benevolence and self awareness. Attainment of self awareness through spiritual means is one of their personality traits. Natives born under the guarding influence of Punarvasu Nakshatra are generally of medium built with looks reflecting their intrinsic qualities of serenity, amiability and magnanimity.

As far as the behavioral characteristics of natives born under this magnanimous birth star are concerned, they insist on simplicity in dealing and approach rather than falling back upon crookedly complicated means. Mutually opposing traits of Pollux and Castor endow them with the contradictory duality in their behavioral characteristics. Thus in spite, of losses and dangers suffered on account of Pollux, Castor contributes to their requisite strength to recuperate from failures and losses. Emotionally and mentally reasonable, natives of Punarvasu Nakshatra are motivated by excitement and challenges. With their guarding elements of regeneration and renewal, they emerge unscathed from danger. Their intrinsic goodness and purity lead them to take recourse to the path of spiritual regeneration. Marked by a strong power of intuition, they are blessed with divine power and grace.

With loads of celestial blessing and grace, natives of Punarvasu Nakshatra perhaps outshine the rest in their positive traits. Self purification through spiritual means is one of their distinguishing hallmarks. Apart from their pleasantness and sociability, their knowledge, tendency to discern a spiritual meaning of life and strength of memory count amongst their positive traits. Their suaveness and sobriety are their other major assets. Despite being popular and socially well known, their essential domestic or home spun nature is also remarkable.

Intrinsic simplicity and tendency to live in present may account for their lack of forethought and carefulness. Susceptibility to simplification giving way to spontaneous disregard for caution also counts amongst their negative traits. Fickle mindedness and instability resulting from a lack of interest in materialistic existence also count amongst their negative traits.

Career Options for Punarvasu Nakshatra Born People

With their quality to look beneath the material essence of thing natives of Punarvasu Nakshatra excel as spiritual teachers, psychologists and mystic philosophers. With their essential hallmark of retrieving and building they do well with regard to career opportunities based on architecture, innovations, civil engineering and maintenance of buildings. Career opportunities based on acting, dramatics and writing are also appealing for them.

Punarvasu Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Being a feminine nakshatra, its masculine counterpart 'Ashlesha' is most compatible to it. 'Magha' and 'Purva phalguni' being symbolized by male and female rats are most non compatible to Punarvasu Nakshatra. Cat being friendly with hare and monkey, Punarvasu finds its instinctive compatibility to Jyestha & Anuradha Nakshatra in addition to that of Sravana and Purvaashada nakshatra.

Pushya Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Derivative of the Sanskrit word "Pushti" which also means nourishment; Pushya Nakshatra exists in the cosmic firmament as a collection of three stars. Marked by an absence of brightness; the constellation of Pushya Nakshatra was said to be similar to a cow's udder.

Basic information about Pushya Birth Star

Ruled by the planetary force of Saturn and divine force of Jupiter, Pushya Nakshatra's general characteristics relate to yielding, caring and nurturing. The qualities of prosperity, auspiciousness and kindness also come under its purview. On account of its general characteristics of generosity, protection, expansion and helpfulness; Pushya is one of the most lovable Nakshatras.

General characteristics of Pushya Nakshatra

Personality traits of natives born under the nourishing influence of Pushya Nakshatra include energized zeal to expand, care and protect. With most of their activities centering on the domain of this material world, natives born under the birth star of Pushya are zealously protective of their family, society or community to which they belong. The intrinsic qualities of care, protection and kindness which dominate the personality traits of this Nakshatra goad the natives to look beyond themselves and address issues pertaining to a bigger forum of society and community. In spite, of being socially vibrant the saturnine conservatism guiding these natives, endow them with the required balance, courtesy and poise. Characterized by plump features, natives of Pushya Nakshatra are usually fond of good food and living.

In their behavioral characteristics, they display an aura of balanced calmness and patience. With their strong regard for the roots, natives of Pushya Nakshatra are seldom found to be indecent, vulgar and non ethical. They are found working towards their goal with patience, perseverance and concentration. When it comes to the question of helping others, they are seldom found to be loud and outrageous. Their manner of handling is one of calm respectfulness and hospitality. Their behavioral characteristics exhibit a touch of maternal instincts in addition to that of priestly virtues.

Kind benevolence, philanthropy and humanitarian approach apart from cool and collected mannerisms are their leading positive traits. As an antidote to destruction and violence, their inherent qualities of creation and expansion also add to their positive traits. With their qualities to create, build and expand; together with that of intrinsic regard for their roots, they serve as excellent family members. Peacefulness, religious and caring attributes also count among their positive traits.

Despite their essential positivism, some of the minor negative traits include orthodoxy, narrow-mindedness and possessiveness. Natives of Pushya Nakshatra with their protective mannerism may turn out to be fiercely possessive. Likewise their essential conservatism and discipline may contribute to the negative traits of orthodoxy, prejudice and narrow minded ness. At times natives of this Nakshatra may possess dogmatic headstrongness and tendency towards fundamentalism.

Career Options for Pushya Nakshatra Born People

With the interplay of knowledge, method and concentration, they excel in careers related to counseling, public administration, planning and research. They also make good priests or clergies. Careers related to geology, development of land and its various forms are also appealing to the natives of Pushya Nakshatra. Thus they are equally successful as aquatic biologists, land or agricultural merchants. Capitalizing on their qualities to build, create and expand they can shape out as excellent philosophers, religious leaders, teachers and professors.

Pushya Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

With male sheep being its primary phallic symbol, Pushya Nakshatra is most compatible with Krittika Nakshatra- its feminine counterpart. With sheep's essential compatibility to buffalo; 'Hasta' and 'Swati' are compatible to Pushya Nakshatra. The sheep's friendly relation to female and male buffalo contributes to the mentioned compatibility. However, birth stars such as Chitra, Dhanishta, Vishakha and Purvavadrapada are non compatible to Pushya Nakshatra.

Ashlesha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Ashlesha Nakshatra embodying the energy of Mercury and strength of serpent God, Ashlesha happens to be the ninth Nakshatra in the zodiac. Also known as 'Naga', and 'Clinging Star', Ashlesha Nakshatra exudes substantial negativity, despite its forcefulness and power. Presenting itself in a constellation of five stars, Ashlesha Nakshatra is located in close vicinity of the sun.

Basic information about Ashlesha Birth Star

With Naga being its guarding deity, Ashlesha Nakshatra unfolds the common serpentine features like clinging, twining, coiling and embracing. Besides the lordship of Mercury, lunar aspects of Ketu also influence the nakshatra significantly. The lunar aspect contributes towards its general characteristics of craftiness, glutton and deceit. Besides deceitful and demonic attributes other general characteristics of Ashlesha Nakshatra include darkness, danger and dishonesty.

General characteristics of Ashlesha Nakshatra

Natives born with Ashlesha Nakshatra in ascendance, generally display cold ruthlessness, deceit and an aura of suspicion in their personality traits. Endowed with unattractive features and lack of pleasing appeal, they possess small eyes filled with suspicion. Used to cunningness and guile, one of their leading personality traits includes the use of guile for the sheer achievement of purpose. Reflecting negativity, cunningness and scheming ways, it is very difficult to tackle serpent like shrewdness dominating the personality traits of such natives.

As far as their behavioral characteristics are concerned, they reflect utmost grace and polish in social interaction. In other words, they are skillfully adept in hiding their serpent like qualities for the purpose of greater social acceptability and recognition. Equally skilful are they in the use of flattery, so as to make themselves acceptable. They stop at nothing for the purpose of going up the social ladder. Displaying a note of calculated cautiousness, their behavioral characteristics are marked by anxious planning and skilful preparation. In the absence of genuine feelings and emotion, natives of Ashlesha are prone to deceiving and deception. With their intrinsic dishonesty and negativity, they are susceptible to creating an ambience marked by fear and suspicion.

Power of observation and intuition are two of their leading positive traits. They prove their mettle when it comes to overcoming a situation steeped in danger. Strategically oriented natives of Ashlesha Nakshatra are also good at planning and cool calculation. Courage, leadership disposition and able handling of mental resources also count amongst their positive traits.

Negative traits of such natives relate to their merciless guile and use of tact. Insidious harmfulness, dependence on others and shamelessly plotting nature also count amongst their manifold negative traits. Besides the essentially negative traits of deception, dishonesty and falsehood; they also exhibit miserliness, selfishness, ungratefulness and total absence of benevolence. Owing to their acute suspicion they may be prone to bouts of depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.

Career Options for Ashlesha Nakshatra Born People

Using their guile and scheming ways, they excel in careers related to politics, filing law suits and business. They shape out well as lawyers, advocates, cunning politicians and business men. They also do well in careers related to entertainment industry and that of occult mysticism and astrology. With the planetary lordship of Mercury, natives of this Nakshatra are more liable to succeed in business than in profession.

Ashlesha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Going by the norms of 'yoni kuta' or instinctive compatibility, Ashlesha Nakshatra is most compatible to Punarvasu Nakshatra with former being symbolic of male cat and latter being that of male cat. Consequently, both are non compatible to Magha and Purvaphalguni nakshatras. Cat's instinctive hostility to rats symbolizing the mentioned Nakshatras account for Ashlesa's mutual non compatibility to Magha and Purvaphalguni birth stars. Cat's instinctive affinity with hare, mongoose and monkey accounts for Ashlesha Nakshatra's compatibility with stars such as Anuradha, Sravana, Jyestha, Purvaashada and Uttarashada.

Magha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Magha nakshatra is an important nakshatra according to Indian astrology beliefs and it corresponds to the star Regulus. The ruling planer for this nakshatra is Ketu and it spans through the constellations Leo and Virgo.

Basic information about Magha Birth Star

'Magha'means big or grand and as the name suggests it imparts to its natives, royal and respectable positions in their lives. It is the symbol of authoritative status, domination and high social respect. The individuals belonging to this nakshatra are considered to be leaders in their fields.

Instead of being ruled by Devatas, Magha nakshatra is ruled by Pitra. So the natives are strongly inclined to their ancestral beliefs and traditions. Also, since the nakshatra is controlled by daemons so the person finds himself immersed in the material pleasures of the world. This is directly connected to our and our ancestors past deeds.

General characteristics of Magha Nakshatra

The individuals of this nakshatra have prominently good physical characteristics. The outer attractiveness is one of their conspicuous personality traits. Males are usually short in height and hairy body; females are attractive with a long bunch of hair. The natives will be very much inclined towards their ancestral heritage and have strong leadership skills. Other personality traits of such individuals include enterprising nature, thoughtful interaction with other peoples of the society and righteousness.

Such individuals have some commendable behavioral characteristics of care towards other's feelings. They are watchful and concerned on how they behave with others and take caution not to hurt anyone with their actions. Even if they happened to do so, they immediately ask for apology and try to do as much as possible to rectify the problem. At the same time, they do not like any hindrance from others in their own work and actions. Due to this behavioral characteristic, they often make a lot of enemies in the process.

The Magha nakshatra person respects his elders and is traditional in nature, He deeply follows his forefather's teachings and try to abide by that strictly. He is religious in nature and is god fearing. Adding to these positive traits, he has an inclination towards arts and masters it easily with practice. The native possesses a careful approach towards life but tries to enjoy the life most at the same time. His empathetic behavior and care towards others feelings is another example of the positive traits he possesses.

The people of this nakshatra are often attracted to material pleasures and enjoy high positions in the society, this sometimes build a sense of pride in them which is one of the negative traits of these people. They are often over confident and being in powerful position, they tend to impose their decisions on others without much consideration. This negative trait of being classist may cause resentment in some people about them.

Career Options for Magha Nakshatra Born People

The natives of this nakshatra are characterized by their tendency to work hard and are very diligent. They usually enjoy a very good position in their professional life and earn a lot of wealth. Business is never in their career interests, mainly due to their straightforwardness. The decision taken professionally is often very apt and technical. His interactions with the colleagues are very polite and sensible, thus he creates a harmony between the leader and the employees. Their career interest mainly is to work independently as bosses and leaders and due to the same, they may switch their jobs frequently to achieve the position they desire.

Magha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

These people generally enjoy a good and harmonious married life. The compatible nakshatras are generally Ashwini , Mrigashirsha and Ahslesha. The incompatible nakshatra is Chitra.

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Purva Phaluguni nakshatra is one of the twenty seven nakshatras according to the Hindu astrological beliefs. It spans through the Simha rashi or the Leo constellation. It is symbolized by a swimming hammock. This star in one hand symbolizes joy and creation and on the other hand may also symbolize lack of desires and insipidity.

Basic information about Purva Phalguni Birth Star

This is a powerful nakshatra and is also known as Bhagadavaita. The wonderful feelings and perceptions like love, sensual pleasure, prosperity and enjoyment are influenced positively by this nakshatra. This nakshatra may signify origin, development or creation while it may at times also represent closure or destruction. As a matter of fact, Purva Phalguni nakshatra is believed to harbor the seed of creation and the subsequent development and at the same time it also leads to dissolution , destruction and merger in the universe so that new creation can be formed again. Both Purva Phalguni and Uttara Phalguni are considered to be the nakshatras that bring good fortune and luck.

General Characteristics of Purva Phalguni Nakshatra

According to the Vedic Astrological beliefs, those born in the Purva Phalguni nakshatra have a strong aesthetic side to them which makes them lovers of music and other forms of fine arts. Their fondness towards arts and literature is one of their very prominent personality traits. They develop their keenness towards arts from childhood and pursue the interest to have a respectable and profitable livelihood through their chosen interests. Due to their intellectually inclined nature, loyalty and honesty becomes their important personality traits.

The defining behavioral characteristics of people of this native are that they maintain a cordial and warm relationship with their friends and relatives. They are very loving and affectionate and they care for the people close to them and help them to the utmost when it is needed. Other noticeable behavioral characteristic in them is their inclination toward cleanliness and tidiness. Although they are not hyper sensitive about cleanliness, but they love to keep their homes and surrounding clean and decorate them with beautiful things. They are naturally attractive and well spoken which makes them the focus of attention by the opposite sex. The people who are born in the Purva Phalguni nakshatra are very compassionate and have a empathetic and genial attitude towards mankind. They are very polite and loving and these positive traits endear them to a large number of people surrounding them. They are peace loving and keep distance from disputes, they try to bring in an amicable solution to the problems without fighting which is another positive trait in them. With so many good qualities in them , they are greatly liked and loved by people around them. But they do possess some negative traits in them also. Being confident and bold may turn into over confidence and arrogance sometimes. Purva Phalguni women are beautiful and attractive and are often found to be arrogant about their appearance. Other negative traits include them being restless and they lose patience easily.

Career Options for Purva Phalguni Nakshatra Born People

Career interests of these individuals may vary to large extent. They are basically dedicated towards their education and their career interest may drive them to study areas like criminal psychologies, research areas and administrative studies. The suitable career areas for these people are government services, transport management, automobile industries and hotel industries.

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatible nakshatras

The natives usually have no problems to attract romantic relationships but they may face challenges in their relationships after marriage. It is important to take care of compatibility factors before deciding for marriage. The compatible nakshatras for them are Ashwini and Ardra , the incompatible one is Magha.

Punarvasu Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Deriving its divine force from the governing deity Aryaman, Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra exists in pair along with its stellar counterpart Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. Ruled by the planetary force of Sun, Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra happens to spread from the zodiac of Leo to Virgo.

Basic information about Punarvasu Birth Star

Symbolized by 'bed', Uttara Phalguni nakshatra includes in its general characteristics the motivation to seek truth through knowledge and action. Prosperity by way of marital union is also one of its leading attributes. Besides attainment of truth, liberation from the bondage of worldly existence also counts amongst Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra's general characteristics. It is important to note that on account of their existence in similar pair, both Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra share certain common characteristics. Notwithstanding the similarity, positive attributes are louder in Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra.

General characteristics of Punarvasu Nakshatra

Natives born under the influence of Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra; include benevolence, generosity and patronage in their personality traits. Blessed with striking and attractive features, they are respectful, obedient and knowledgeable. Manifesting royal attributes in their personality traits, their nature is one of kind hearted benevolence and sincerity. Besides the leading traits of helpfulness, kindness and charity; their pleasant mannerisms and religiousness are also appealing. Equally appealing are the traits of honesty and truthfulness.

Governed by stability and rationality, their overwhelming wisdom in the fields of science and arts is an important facet of such natives' behavioral characteristics. Rather than an explicit show of rashness, they rely more on rationality, knowledge and wisdom. With their generosity and essential goodness they win over friends and foes in a similar way. In spite, of being charitable with an eye on humanitarian purpose, they are extremely judicious as far as spending money is concerned. Keeping away from disputes and quarrels also count amongst other aspects of their behavioral characteristics. Apart from peacefulness and geniality, they believe in settlement and reconciliation. Their determination and faith in action are equally inspiring. Instead of falling back upon idle day dreams, they go for giving shape to their powerful conviction by means of action and hard work. With their popular acceptability and recognition, they turn out to be famous men and women.

Blessed with loads of positive traits, natives born under Uttara Phalguni nakshatra are worth looking up to. Apart from their intrinsic greatness of head and heart, their determination, conviction, esteem and knowledge also count amongst their leading positive traits. Equally appreciable is their practicality and passion for the delicate subtleties of life such as decoration, music, arts and knowledge of weapons.

Owing to the influence of Venus, they are prone to having extra marital affairs. This happens to be one of the principal negative traits of people born under Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra. Other negative traits include obsession with cleanliness and arrogance. At times, they can be inconsiderate and disdainful.

Career Options for Punarvasu Nakshatra Born People

People born under the guarding influence of Uttara Phalguni nakshatra can do well in careers related to scientific research, astronomy, media and sales. They turn out to be exceptionally promising in careers concerned with philanthropy, acting and writing. With the nakshatra belonging to the warrior class of 'Kshatriyas', the natives also show promise and prospect in careers related to armed forces and military.

Punarvasu Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Abiding by the principles of instinctive compatibility, Uttaravadrapada symbolized by a female cow is most compatible to Uttara Phalguni nakshatra- symbolized by its masculine counterpart. If we take into account the rules of mutual obstruction or 'Veda dosha', Uttara Phalguni is not compatible to Purvavadrapada Nakshatra. While Uttara Phalguni is compatible to Anuradha and Jyestha Nakshatra, it is incompatible to Vishakha and Chitra Nakshatra because cow symbolizing the former is hostile to tiger symbolizing the latter.

Hasta Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Hasta happens to be the thirteenth Nakshatra, in the zodiac consisting of twenty seven birth stars. Deriving its power from the glitteringly powerful arena of 'Surya Deva'-the governing deity, Hasta Nakshatra is ruled by the planetary power of moon.

Basic information about Hasta Birth Star

Centering on the zodiac of Virgo, Hasta Nakshatra is demarcated by the powerful symbol of a fist. Reflecting the inherent power of its planetary and divine lord, Hasta Nakshatra embodies the general characteristics of luster, luminosity, brilliance, strength, beauty and knowledge. Symbolically upheld with the power of a fist, it also includes strength, togetherness and power in its general attributes. Projecting the magical sway of hand, Hasta Nakshatra stands for conquest, knowledge, wisdom and control. Spirituality, close bonding and inclination towards music also feature in the general characteristics of natives born under Hasta Nakshatra.

General characteristics of Hasta Nakshatra

Natives born under the luminous influence of Hasta Nakshatra are marked by the personality traits of sincerity, loyalty and kindness. They are also appreciated for their charming vivacity, flamboyance and generosity. Tall, handsome and strongly built in their appearance, they exude strength, calmness and poise in their personality traits. Intrinsically kind and helpful, orientation towards craftsmanship and action are the other important attributes of their personality.

Their behavioral characteristics display the quintessence of firmness and constancy of purpose. With their generosity and action, they reflect supreme potency to exercise control and power. It is uncharacteristic of Hasta natives to dominate by way of coercion. On the other hand, they make use of wisdom, action and knowledge- the intrinsic constituents of their behavioral characteristics; to bring situations under control. Thus they are exceptionally fine tuned in their behavior and dealing. Despite their politely calm composure, they exhibit independence and firmness in their dealings.

Besides their close familial bonding, their ability to win people and situations over counts amongst the major positive traits. Exceptional sharpness, self control, faithfulness and strength of intellect are their other positive qualities. It also includes their innate ability to inspire and motivate people.

In their willingness to control people and situations, they may turn out to be outrageously dominating and cruel. Besides these contributing to their grossly negative traits, natives born under the dominating influence of Hasta Nakshatra may be prone to rude callousness and lack of sensitivity. At times, in order to punish evil doers, they resort to treacherously scheming ways. This also happens to be one of their negative traits.

Career Options for Hasta Nakshatra Born People

Possessing leadership qualities, natives of Hasta Nakshatra shine exceptionally in careers related to entrepreneurship and business. With their skill, craftsmanship and wisdom, they make their way up the ladders of competition to reach top notch ranks and designation. Career opportunities centering on counseling and consultancy are also suitable for them. Displaying enormous skill and craftsmanship, careers related to technical lines and art are also suitable for him. With their tendency towards reconciliation even opportunities based on mediating and settlement of disputes are good enough for him.

Hasta Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Bearing in mind the instinctive norms of compatibility, Hasta Nakshatra is most compatible to Svati Nakshatra on account of its phallic connection. While Hasta represents female buffalo, Svati is represented by a male buffalo. Besides being compatible to Revathi and Bharani Nakshatras, it is also compatible to Uttara Phalguni and Uttarabhadrapada Nakshatras. Krittika and Pushyami Nakshatras are also compatible to it. This is because of buffaloe's phallic compatibility to elephant, cow and sheep. Taking into account the theory of obstruction, Hasta Nakshatra is not compatible to Satabhishak Nakshatra. Taking into account buffaloes' spontaneous hostility to horse, both male and female stars represented by horse are not compatible to it. Besides Shatabhishak, Ashwini is also incompatible to Hasta Nakshatra.

Chitra Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

In the realm of Vedic astrology, Chitra Nakshatra is looked upon as a solitary star. As a solitary star existing on the celestial firmament, Chitra Nakshatra embodies and exemplifies the supreme craftsmanship of its governing deity Twashtar. Ruled by the planetary force of Mars, the singularly existent Chitra Nakshatra extends from the zodiac of Virgo to that of Libra.

Basic information about Chitra Birth Star

As a brightly shining singular star, Chitra Nakshatra epitomizes the general characteristics of creation & its varying facets, depth, brilliance, aestheticism, prosperity, intuition, illusion and the subsequent desire to overcome the same. Synonymous to action and dynamism, Chitra Nakshatra drives home the essence of heat, pressure and force- the necessary antecedents of creation. Its magical association with work and craftsmanship of the highest order contributes to making it one of the most dynamic birth stars. The birth star also includes in its general characteristics a uniquely peculiar tendency to fuse materialistic and spiritual perception with that which is essentially illusory.

General characteristics of Chitra Nakshatra

Guided by a conscious orientation towards art and aestheticism, natives of Chitra Nakshatra insist more on external aspects of beauty. With personality traits bearing dignity and poise, natives of Chitra are more prone to glamour and visual palatability. Besides seeking superficially apparent delight and pleasure, need for harmony and applause even in respect of human relationships, are some of the other facets of their personality traits. Even artistic and architectural brilliance of these natives are geared towards their intrinsic urge for apparent beauty and delight.

In their behavioral characteristics they are marked by an inherent tendency to create, show, beautify and project. Fascination for the essentially illusive world of glamour and beauty, alongside of a desire to surpass the same endows the natives of this Nakshatra with an aura of complexity. Simultaneous presence of a spiritual perception results in the emergence of complexly multifunctional behavioral characteristics. Aestheticism, deft craftsmanship and artistic acumen are the leading hallmarks of such natives. It is difficult to come across one without the possession of these assets.

Ability to create, build and beautify with an enhanced touch of aestheticism is one of their positive traits. Appreciation of intrinsic beauty along with the required ability to endow the same with an aura of polished glamour also counts amongst their positive traits. Endowed with a slender body their refined and attractive mannerisms are also appealing. Their power of intuition and ability to inhabit a mystical realm also count amongst their positive traits.

Excessive desire for beautification and admiration serve to make them artificial and sincere. Consequently, their intrinsic tendency to hide behind a veiling façade also counts amongst the negative traits. Preoccupation with the visual aspect of things contributes to the grossly negative traits of selfishness and indulgence. Consequently there is an aura of dichotomy or dubiousness in their nature. Self service rather than generosity is another of their negative character trait.

Career Options for Chitra Nakshatra Born People

Career opportunities ranging from health and beautification down to fields related to mechanized perception of reality such as engineering are suitable for the natives of Chitra nakshatra. With regard to career opportunities based on gardening, horticulture, interior décor, glamour and hospitality industry they are worth proving their mettle.

Chitra Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Chitra Nakshatra, symbolic of feminine tiger is most compatible to its masculine counterpart Vishakha Nakshatra. Taking into account the idea of 'Veda Dosha' or the principles of mutual obstruction, Chitra Nakshatra happens to be incompatible to Mrigashira and Dhanista Nakshatras. Keeping in mind tigers' inimicality with cow, both Uttara Phalguni and Uttarabhadrapada nakshatras are incompatible to Chitra Nakshatra. Likewise, considering buffaloes' instinctive affinity with tiger, both Swati and its feminine counterpart Hasta Nakshatras are compatible to Chitra.

Swati Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Swati nakshatra is one of the twenty seven nakshatras according to Hindu astrological beliefs. This corresponds to the western star name Arcturus. This nakshatra is a symbol of creativity and art and freedom.

Basic information about Swati Birth Star

"Swati" which means purity or more precisely the pure first drop of rain, defines the characteristics of this star. The Sanskrit word also means sword that indicates sharpness or talent as exhibited by the natives of this nakshatra. The nakshatra in fact spans through the constellation Scorpio. This arena is owned by the Lord Vayu and is also impacted by Rahu. As a result, both of these leave their effects on the nakshatra, imparting it attributes such as independence, spontaneity, complete freedom and restless behavior. The individuals are generally characterized by self confidence and immense knowledge that they possess.

General characteristics of Swati Nakshatra

The natives of Swati nakshatra are people of strong resolve and huge self confidence. Their freedom of thought or expression, possession of immense knowledge and revolting any kind of confinement in their work or other areas are the most prominent personality traits that can be noticed. They are good learners and have excellent communication skills. Their curious outlook and flexibility to handle situations of life are among the other personality traits which can be observed easily.

Behavioral Characteristics

They are quite affable and friendly in nature, but due to effect of Vayu, adamant attitude is one of the conspicuous behavioral characteristics that they generally possess. The natives are very helpful and are proactive in helping someone who needs their help provided it does not conflict with their freedom. They do not like criticism of their work or criticism in general. There not being impacted much by the position or stature of a person and giving them limited respect is another behavioral characteristic that can be easily noticed.

Positive Traits

Mentioning the positive traits of the individuals belonging to this nakshatra, they are very knowledgeable and witty, they have a high self respect and posses a strong liking to work in freedom, and that is to say they are very much independent and competent. They are god fearing and religious people and are helpful and truthful in nature which defines some other positive traits found in these people.

Negative Traits

Although with so many positive features to their personality, their being strong freedom centric attracts some of the negative traits found commonly in these individuals. They are generally found to be stubborn and adamant. They are not ready to listen on work with some people if they feel that their freedom is even slightly compromised. This may lead to disturbance in the work life and personal life also. The other negative traits generally found are restlessness and uncertainty in decision making. Because of these traits they may not be very popular in the society.

Career Options for Swati Nakshatra Born People

The intelligence and knowledge that these natives generally posses make them excellent in their professional lives. In spite of this fact, they tend to get success in the later part of their lives and not in the earlier stages. Their career interest is generally in the financial and legal domains where they can utilize the skills to the maximum. Apart from that they are found to have career interests in gold business, acting, textile, traveling, mechanical engineering and astrology as well.

Swati Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

These people do not enjoy a very happy married life in general and thus need to choose their partners carefully. They are compatible with nakshatras like Purnavasu, Chitra and hasta, while the incompatible nakshatras are Rohini and Bharani.

Vishaka Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Vishaka is one the twenty seven nakshatras according to Hindu astrological beliefs. Agni and Indra are the ruling elements of Vishaka Nakshatra and it spans across the constellation Libra in the night sky.

Basic Information about the nakshatra

Vishaka nakshatra, is ruled by the Indra and Agni which symbolizes power, position and authority. Hence this nakshatra has also got similar traits as its ruling forces. Vishaka nakshatra is known to signify purpose. It also has several other meanings including poison vessel, branched or forked. One of the other meanings of this is "Radha" which signify delightfulness and this name also happens to be the love interest of Lord Krishna.

Basic information about Vishaka Birth Star

The natives of this nakshatra have got attractive physical characteristics. They have a round and bright face and possess a good looking personality. Apart from nice appearance, there are other personality traits of these individuals that endear him to the people surrounding him. The native is very highly energetic and full of vigor and vitality. He has firm belief in god and has a strong religious inclination. He possesses intelligence and truthfulness and leads life with his own principles. He doesn't like orthodox ideas and modernity and adapting to modern ideas is another of his important personality traits.

General characteristics of Vishaka Nakshatra

Vishaka nakshatra natives have a jubilant personality and thus bring in an air of joy and celebration wherever they go. They respect others point of views and give sufficient weight and consideration to other's views , and this behavioral characteristic makes them good listeners and learners. They are religiously inclined but do not have blind faith on religious rituals and procedures. Another worthwhile behavioral characteristic that they possess is their belief in Gandhian thoughts of non violence and austerity.

The natives of this nakshatra are very sharp and keen to learn new things, due to this positive trait they like to be more inclined towards modern practices and do not like orthodox procedures and beliefs. They are full of energy and enthusiasm and quite single minded. Their resolution to something that they decided to do is another of their positive traits, and they will work exceptionally hard and go to any lengths for their accomplishments.

Describing the negative traits of natives of this nakshatra, it is important to state that due to their being extremely focused towards their goals to achieve them , any wrong influence on them might make them prey to unsocial elements and practices like drug abuse, sex and alcohol habit. They are quite restless in nature and never feel contented with their achievements. This negative trait might lead them to frustration and continuous worry about what they lack , instead of enjoying what they possess.

Vishaka natives have a strange habit of making simple stuff complex and the other way round and they often achieve their objective with problems and hurdles created by them. Their constant search of something next leads them to the quest of the profound truth.

Career Options for Vishaka Nakshatra Born People

These individuals have varied career interests. They are naturally good orator and have the capability of attracting people with their interesting speeches. Due to this capability, they have a tendency to enter the political arena. Other career interests in which they have a good possibility to succeed is doing independent business, high responsibility jobs like those of administrative arena and teaching profession or mathematician.

Vishaka Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Since the natives of this nakshatras do not generally get the abundance of love from their family particularly mother because of some reason or other , it is very important for them to select their marriage partner with care. The compatible nakshatras are Swati , Ashwini and Bharini while the incompatible ones are Ardra and Purva Phalguni.

Anuradha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Extending in the realm of Scorpio, governed by the planetary lordship of Saturn, Anuradha Nakshatra dictates the cosmic firmament with balance, honor and harmony. Striking a harmonious nexus with 'Vishakha Nakshatra'; Anuradha Nakshatra derives its divine strength from Mitra- its ruling deity.

Basic information about Anuradha Birth Star

With its ability to strike balance amongst seemingly contradictory forces, Anuradha Nakshatra exhibits a fusion of sociability, joviality and energy in its general characteristics. The birth star stands unique in its propensity for creating channels of diversely varying communications. Irrespective of age, sex, intelligence and social stature, the Nakshatra stands out in its ability to create grounds for harmonious interaction. Ability to read between the lines with an effectively sharp focus also counts amongst its general characteristics.

Anuradha Nakshatra Characteristics

Discern ability is an interesting personality trait of natives born under the influence of this birth star. Endowed with a sharply chiseled mental acumen, in addition to that of logic, they are easily able to gauge a situation in its exact reality. Seeing through the fakeness of a given situation is one of the leading facets of such natives' personality traits. Despite their openness and sociability, they are extremely safe guarded about their privacy, offering only a selected few a share of their private domain. Bearing prominently stout body with amiable physical features, the natives of Anuradha Nakshatra are prone to having a well guarded and a secretive exterior.

Behavioral characteristics

With their intrinsic insistence on rationality, nothing motivates them more than reason. Thus different facets of their behavioral characteristics are chiefly guided by reason, logical deduction and an equally rational and independent thought processes. The different aspects of their social interaction revolve around the natives' innate belief in facts, figures, numbers and statistics. With their amiable, yet categorical ways, they turn out to be good leaders. To co- habit the realms of material as well as spiritual with a focus on self development is another distinguishing aspect of their behavioral characteristic. Curiosity to explore new avenues and horizon, with a desire for expansion also counts amongst their rationally fine tuned behavior characteristics.

Positive traits

Besides their amiability, balance and logically appropriate self conduct, the other positive traits of Anuradha Nakshatra's native include leadership ability and outstanding ability to forge rapport and harmony. They are spontaneously efficient in bridging differences and animosity. Despite their consciously guarded exterior, sensitivity to people and situation also counts amongst their manifold positive traits.

Negative traits

Over emphasis on secrecy, frivolousness and unexpected mood swings include amongst such natives' negative traits. Many a native of Anuradha Nakshatra owing to certain kinds of planetary affliction may be prone to the negative traits of idleness, weakness and absence of purpose.

Career Options for Anuradha Nakshatra Born People

With their thrust on logics and clarity of thought career opportunities revolving around Mathematics, Science and Engineering are suitable for them. With their penchant for travel they can do equally well in careers related to tourism and travel. Administrative job with an insistence on organizational skill can also suit similar natives.

Anuradha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

In spite, of apparent dissimilarities Anuradha Nakshatra is most compatible to Vishakha Nakshatra. Anuradha is also compatible to Jyestha Nakshatra as it symbolizes its masculine counterpart. Bharani and Anuradha Nakshatras are mutually non compatible. It is also instinctively incompatible to Nakshatras symbolized by horse and lion such as Ashwini and Purvavadrapada.

Jyeshta Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Existent in the zodiac of Scorpio, Jyeshtha Nakshatra epitomizes the quintessence divinity of Indra-its governing deity. Implying the meaning of 'the eldest one'; Jyeshtha Nakshatra reflecting the planetary force of Mars and Mercury happens to be the eighteenth Nakshatra in the celestial horizon.

Basic information about Jyeshta Birth Star

Reflecting the glorious attributes of its ruling deity- Indra, Jyeshtha Nakshatra is marked by the general characteristics of material richness, splendor and achievement. Upholding the protective facet of Indra, Jyestha Nakshatra's general characteristics of traditionalism, kindness and insistence on philanthropic deeds are its leading asset. Jyestha culminates the second series of Nakshatra beginning with that of Magha.

General characteristics of Jyeshta Nakshatra

Commanding respectfulness of people around, natives of Jyeshtha Nakshatra are particularly conscious of creating and living up to an image. With personality traits revolving around material accomplishments, they are marked by emotional and intellectual alertness. Usually curios by nature, the penetrative glance of their deeply set eyes is distinguishing and noticeable. Nature geared to benevolence and philanthropy, instinctive yearnings to protect the underprivileged and needy are the distinguishing facets of their personality traits. Motivated by high ambitions, the natives of Jyeshtha reach out to the same with determination and hard work.

Behavioral characteristics

Marked by an explicit openness in their behavioral characteristics, secrecy or mystery is completely alien to his nature. Generally rash and impulsive, a typical native of Jyestha Nakshatra is generally unreceptive to the advice of others. Hot tempered and obstinate to some extent, natives of Jyeshtha Nakshatra emphasize values and principles in their behavioral characteristics. In spite of being value oriented, they are prone to messing up situations on account of their hot headedness. Vulnerable to the show of anger, arrogance and mood swings, theirs is essentially a soft nature bent on charity and kindness.

Positive traits

Apart from being hard working and result oriented, their major positive traits include generosity, responsibility and self reliance. Always willing to shoulder responsibility and position, they go all out to provide supportive protection to the weak and unsheltered. With their emotional vibrancy and sensitivity, they turn out to be good lovers. Their outstanding capability of achieving fame and goodwill also counts amongst the important positive traits of natives born under Jyeshtha Nakshatra.

Negative traits

Vulnerability to temper and egotism counts amongst their leading negative traits. Hot headedness and instinctive desire to dominate people make them unduly authoritative and dictatorial. Obstinacy, excess inclination towards materialism and unwillingness to compromise are also to be included in the list of negative traits. With possessiveness, their positive virtue of protectiveness often changes over to something grossly negative.

Career Options for Jyeshta Nakshatra Born People

Career opportunities based on military skill, those centering on managerial skill are suitable for natives born with Jyeshtha Nakshatra in their ascendance. They can be equally efficient in careers related to investigation, protection of law and order. Self employment based on entrepreneurship is also suitable for them.

Jyeshta Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Going by the basic rule of “Veda Dosha” of nakshatra obstruction, Jyeshtha and Ashwini nakshatras are mutually incompatible to one another. But on the other hand, in keeping with the norms of “yoni kuta”, Jyestha Nakshatra bears instinctive compatibility to Anuradha Nakshatra.

Moola Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

According to the Vedic astrological beliefs, Moola nakshatra is the 19th nakshatra or lunar mansion among the 27 recognized nakshatra. The meaning of "Moola" is root and its symbol is a group of bunch of roots that are tied together. Moola nakshatra is ruled by the Goddess of destruction, i.e. Goddess Maha Kali.

Basic information about Moola Birth Star

The meaning of Moola is root or the base. As we know that no plants can flourish without its roots, similarly every event or happening in the world is associated with some reasons at its very root. Thus, the Moola nakshatra has a strong inclination towards research and quest. As the roots of the plants are not visible, similarly this nakshatra indicates the deeply buried or hidden facets of one�s life. Hence Moola nakshatra is associated with end of life or events and a precursor to the new beginning.

General characteristics of Moola Nakshatra

Generally due to the influence of this nakshatra, the natives, in their lives get both spiritual and material success. But they are a little confused about their decision making and this personality trait appears due to the dual symbol of the nakshatra. They will be in a dichotomy whether to take the spiritual path or the materialistic path in many of the junctures of their lives which is a uncommon personality trait of these natives.

Abiding by some firm principals in their lives is one of their important behavioral characteristics. They generally come across as care free individuals who do not think much about the future. They most of the times leave the future in the hands of the God and try to make the most of the present with their sincere efforts towards their work and other areas. Optimism or positive thinking and handling things with a firm belief to succeed make up their imperative behavioral characteristics.

Their positive traits include hard work, commitment or resolve, and application of their intelligence to innovate ideas to make the road to success. They are highly optimistic people and they can come out of the toughest of situations owing this positive trait embedded in them.

The natives have a darker side to them which may be unveiled unexpectedly in some situations. They are generally calm but their occasional wrath on being provoked may be called one of their negative traits. The females of this nakshatra can be stubborn and adamant. They have the negative trait of lack of knowledge to deal with things which often lands them into various problems.

Career Options for Moola Nakshatra Born People

The natives are skilled in several fields and thus they switch their jobs frequently and possess varied career interests. They can do well in providing religious and financial advice. It is advisable for them to pursue their career interests which can be self business or employment, in the foreign soil where they have a high possibility of success as compared to the native land.

Moola Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

The compatible nakshatras with the natives are Hasta , Shravana ,Revati and Pushya while the nakshatras of Swati and Magha are known to be incompatible.

Purva Ashada Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

According to the Vedic astrological beliefs, Ashadha nakshatra is the twentieth of the twenty seven nakshatras. This is also known as jal nakshatra for the characteristics that it depicts. The ruling planet for this nakshatra is the Venus and thus the natives born under this nakshatra have a prominent influence of the planet in their lives and characteristics.

Basic information about Purva Ashada Birth Star

The person will be kind hearted and compassionate and is generally hugely popular in the society for his helping nature and cordial behavior. It is pretty easy to locate this nakshatra in , where two stars form a right angle and they can be viewed very clearly in the early morning sky of the April month. They form a shape that closely resembles the shape of elephant teeth.

General characteristics of Purva Ashada Nakshatra

The natives born under this nakshatra have good physical features. They are tall and lean , bright teeth , bright eyes , long ears and long arms. Their attractive physical appearance is one of their worth mentioning personality traits. He has a dominating personality and possesses extraordinary argument capabilities. He can prove himself right with his personality trait of being able to convince anyone and everyone, doesn’t matter if he is right or wrong.

The native comes across as a friendly and concerned human being who is very much empathetic about others problems and tries to solve them to his maximum capability. It is this endearing behavioral characteristic that he possesses which makes him quite popular in the people surrounding him. He is quite hard working and works towards his aim with full faith and achieves what he wants to. Another important behavioral characteristic he possesses is that he hates showoff or display. He is truthful , god fearing and hates hypocrisy. These natives will never come in the way of others prosperity or development.

The most important positive trait that these individuals possess is their helpfulness and empathetic behavior. They have good convincing abilities and can provide with a lot of advice and ideas, which are helpful to people may a times. Other positive traits of these people are that they are confident , self made and true to themselves and the world.

The confidence of these people sometime takes the form of arrogance and they cannot be deterred from doing what they have decided to do once. This is one of their negative traits as they might find themselves in problems taking decisions with a one dimensional mind. Apart from arrogance, their poor decision making abilities count for other negative trait that the natives possess.

Career Options for Purva Ashada Nakshatra Born People

They generally have a variety of career interests , but generally the fields of medicine and fine arts are the most suitable ones for them. They are not recommended for ventures where important decision making is needed. Fields of science and philosophy are good career interests from the success point of view.

Purva Ashada Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Compatible nakshatras are rohini, ashwini and hasta among others while the incompatible ones are Purva phalguni and Ardra.

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Uttara Ashadha nakshatra is the twenty first nakshatra among the twenty seven that are present according to the Vedic astrological beliefs. The lord or the ruling planet for this nakshatra is the Sun. It spans through the constellations of Sagittarius up to Capricorn. The nakshatra is symbolized by the tusk of elephant or by a small bed.

Basic information about Uttara Ashadha Birth Star

The lord of Uttara Ashadha nakshatra is the Sun and it is predominantly ruled by the constellation Sagittarius or the Jupiter. As a result of that , the nakshatra has a strong influence of Jupiter and Sun on it. If the kundali of a person is adorned with favorable positions of Mars and Sun , it will be very beneficial , and the person will possess good leadership skills and goes up to a respectable position in administrative services..

General characteristics of Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

The natives born in this nakshatra have a good fortune in terms of the partner in their lives. They often get beautiful and supportive life partner and they themselves are good looking and attractive. They have a balanced body, bright eyes, broad head, long nose and their complexion is fair. A charming and gracious personality is one of their major personality traits.

The persons of this nakshatra will generally be very modest and soft spoken. They come across as very friendly persons with innocence written all over them. They are sincere and undertake any of the jobs with utmost responsibility and pursue it to completion. They do not deceive anybody and this inherently honest nature is another personality trait in them , that can be easily noticed and highly endearing.

Behavioral characteristics

They are a little reserve people and to understand their behavioral characteristics properly, it takes quite many meets and a long acquaintance for other people around them. Nevertheless, they are very honest beings who do not like hypocrisy and show off. Though he is plain hearted and comes across very simple and straight forward in his dealings in day to day life, he possess strong resolution and do not bend easily in adverse situations. Consulting to other people before taking any decision and being of calm and controlled nature is another behavioral characteristic of such individuals.

Mentioning the positive traits of the natives of this nakshatra, they are very much humble and respect others for what they are and what they do regardless of his own social or financial positions. He gives utmost respect to women. He is very modest and doesn�t utters anything bitter against anyone in spite of having strong opinion difference.

The natives lack motivation to do things in life many a times and expect a constant approval or appreciation of their work , failing which they tend to exhibit the negative traits of being unhappy and depressed. He is very humble and shows tolerance to extreme for people who might not deserve it. This excessive humbleness of not being able to harsh to people, in one hand can be seen as a positive trait but it may land them into problems many a times, and manifests itself as a negative trait at times.

Career Options for Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra Born People

They possess a career interest in constructive works like that of architectural work and engineering industries. They achieve success in their career after 38 years of age and may have to initially face some struggle. The fruitful career interest include engineer, architects, mechanical engineering jobs and working with maps and planning.

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

They usually have a happy married life and helpful partners. The nakshatras that are compatible to the natives are Hasta, Bharini and Rohini while the incompatible ones are Bhadrapada and Ashlesha.

Shravana Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Shravana nakshatra is one of the twenty seven nakshatras according to the Hindu Vedic ancient astrological beliefs. This nakshatra spans across the makara rashi or the Capricorn and the ruling lord is the creator Vishnu.

Basic information about Shravana Birth Star

Shravana nakshatra has the ruling planet as Moon and it represent the culmination of the lunar energy. In the night sky, it appears as the shape of the eagle and the corresponding symbol to this is three footprints. In fact the meaning of the name of the nakshatra is 'hearing' and it signifies the art of hearing or the education that is propagated via audible means. The three footprints symbol represents limping which can be associated with Vishnu, the creator. It is also the birth start of Devi Saraswati, the goddess of education and knowledge. Consequently, this nakshatra bestows the wealth of knowledge, educational proficiency and intelligence to its natives.

General characteristics of Shravana Nakshatra

Being associated with the birth start of Devi Saraswati, the natives of this nakshatra are generally experts in various art forms like music, dance and acting and also endowed with immense wealth of knowledge. One of the very important personality traits of these natives is they are very warm and affable in nature. They respect their parents a lot and take care of them with the utmost sincerity. They generally are very sincere to their duties and responsibilities and do not ever hurt or pose problem to anyone willfully. Their being extremely religious, pious and honest comes across as a personality trait that is very much revered by the people around them.

Shravana Nakshatra Characteristics

One of the very desirable behavioral characteristic of such individuals is their amicability. They always maintain peace with their surrounding situations and people. They do makes calculations and planning for achieving higher goals of their lives ,but they will never compromise with their truthfulness and generosity towards others. Another easily visible behavioral characteristic that these people possess is the intelligence and fearlessness that they exhibit in their day to day dealings. They are kind of perfectionists and are extremely conscious about their work which is devoid of flaws most of the times.

Positive Traits

The natives of this nakshatra are large hearted and compassionate. Apart from that they possess immense wealth of knowledge and they extend their help wherever their knowledge allows them to do so. These are some of the positive traits that make them lovable among people. With the positive traits of courage, intelligence, forgiving and gratitude they constitute a comprehensive personality in the society and respected for that.

Negative Traits

There is a flip side to their personality as well , where their negative traits are revealed. Shravana nakshatra natives are often found to be shrewd and when this is combined with the wealth of knowledge and abilities they possess, it many a times gives rise to selfishness and adamancy as negative traits. Since this nakshatra is determined to get what it aims for, a wrong step or a unorganized effort might lead to these people harm others for the sake of accomplishing their target.

Career Options for Shravana Nakshatra Born People

Coming to livelihood of these persons, they have career interests that span through services to having their own business. Being dominated with Saraswati, they will be successful in their pursuits of career. The natives will be interested in varied career interests like various streams of engineering, medicinal education, science and many other forms of arts. They will be financially sound unless they go to the wrong path.

Shravana Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

They generally have a successful married life with many children. The compatible nakshatras are Swati, Krittika and Anuradha. Incompatible nakshatras are Moola and Mrigashirsha.

Dhanishta Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Deriving its divine power from the” eight Vasus “ ; its presiding deities, Dhanishta Nakshatra which is popularly referred to as the Dhanishtha Nakshatra happens to be the twenty third birth star, to sparkle in the cosmic firmament. Guided by the planetary force of Mars, Dhanishta Nakshatra stands for symphony, prosperity and adaptability.

Basic information about Dhanishta Birth Star

The general characteristics of Dhanishta Nakshatra are derives its potency from the eight deities or “Vasus” governing it. Thus the Nakshatra combines and epitomizes the general characteristics of the respective Vasus. Ruled by Apah, Dhruva, Dhara, Anila, Anala, Pratyusa, Pravasha and Soma; the Nakshatra stands for ability in music dance, confidence, stability, dependability, hard work, energy, exceptional sharpness, commercial skills and benevolence. The dolphin like constellation endowed with the mystical ‘Khyapayitri shakti’, bestows upon its native fame, success and prosperity in abundance.

General characteristics of Dhanishta Nakshatra

Exhibiting a wide variety in its personality traits, natives of Shravasthi Nakshatra are well known for their sociability and adaptability. With their captivating smile and endearing ways, they are exceptionally fine tuned in striking a comfort zone with the given surrounding. Manifesting vivacity, confidence and constancy of purpose, personality traits of such natives are geared to luxury and good life. Being one of the most vibrant Nakshatras the natives born with Dhanishtha or Dhanishta in ascendance are equally charitable and wise.

Behavioral characteristics

With its instinctive sociability and expressive ways, behavioral characteristics of such natives are oriented towards group centric activities. In spite of being motivated by a constancy of purpose, natives born under the influence of Dhanishta Nakshatra are extremely adjustable or adaptable to changing needs of the environment. Marked by sharpness, generosity and frank joviality, the natives are usually outgoing and luxury prone in their behavioral characteristics.

Positive traits

Positive traits geared to warmly vibrant mannerisms, frankness and easy adaptability characterize the natives born with Dhanishta in ascendance. Ability to shine in lines related to performing arts such as music and dance also counts amongst their multi dimensional positive traits. Striking a bond of geniality and harmony with the immediate surroundings is a uniquely laudable trait of these natives. Revealing the positive facets of hopefulness, joy and sympathy; natives of the mentioned Nakshatra are given to much success and achievements.

Dhanishta Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Their charmingly sociable mannerisms may prove to be a curse for them on account of their easy susceptibility to the influences of society. Being spurred on by negatives, they may manifest subsequent negativity in their behavioral traits. Apart from their easy susceptibility to influence, the other negative traits include aggression, talkativeness, materialistic ways, covetousness, lust for success and susceptibility to select incompatible life partners.

Career Options for Dhanishta Nakshatra Born People

Besides doing fine in careers related to performing arts, natives of Dhanishta Nakshatra can curve exceptional niche in managerial positions and ones catering to group activities. Thus career opportunities based on management and entrepreneurship are also suitable for them. They are found to be equally prosperous in medical profession; particularly in specialized branch of surgery. Equally successful they may turn out to be in career opportunities revolving around military bands, real estate and scientific research.

Compatibility and non compatibility

Going by the norms of Veda Dosha or principles of stellar obstruction; Mrigashira and Chitra are incompatible to Dhanishta Nakshatra. Keeping in mind the concept of instinctive compatibility or ‘yoni kuta’, Dhanishta Nakshatra is most compatible to Purbavadrapada Nakshatra represented by a masculine lion. Taking into account elephants’ phallic incompatibility to lion; both the birth stars represented by elephant (Bharani & Revati) are non compatible to Dhanishta Nakshatra. Likewise following lions’ neutrality with monkey, and mongoose- the stars such as Shravana, Puvaashada, Uttraashada, may be partially compatible to it.

Satabhisha Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Inhabiting the realm of Aquarius, Satabhisha Nakshatra, ruled by the planetary power of Saturn and divine power of Varuna; symbolizes spiritual and physical healing. The lunar node of ‘Rahu’ also has its influence on Satabhisha Nakshatra.

Basic information about Satabhisha Birth Star

Also known as the ‘veiling star’; Satabhisha Nakshatra involves the general characteristics of mysticism, spirituality, secretive vision apart from healing. The star symbol of ‘empty circle’; representing this Nakshatra pertains to the realm of illusory perception or ‘maya’. Attraction for the cosmic reality and a mysterious inclination towards concealment are the other general characteristics of Satabhisha Nakshatra. Etymologically connoting the concept of medication or ‘bhesaja’; Satabhisha Nakshatra influences varying forms of aquatic life.

General characteristics of Satabhisha Nakshatra

Essentially opinionative by nature, natives of Satabhisha Nakshatra include in their personality traits the elements of care and healing. Often found to be secretive and visionary, their personality traits uphold a blend of rational and mystical aspects. With their intrinsic affinity with reclusive loneliness, such natives are as much prone to scientific attitude as to philosophy, meditation and reflection. Intrinsically characterized by strong likes and dislikes, the natives of Sathabhisa Nakshatra can give in to bouts of depression and mood swings. Etymologically implying “hundred physicians”, they include in their personality traits of remedy and healing.

Behavioral characteristics

Usually conventional in their behavioral characteristics, natives of Satabhisha Nakshatra do not believe in going beyond the trodden paths of tradition and convention. Endowed with a keen intellect and power of intuition, natives are found to be hardworking and methodical in their approach. Strict adherence to discipline and rigid compliance with norms also characterize their behavioral characteristics. As far as social interaction is concerned, they keep to a limited circle of friends and acquaintances; seldom going beyond it. With their essential regard for simplicity and tradition, the natives are found to be spendthrift in their dress and desires. Despite their intrinsic attraction for philosophy, spirituality and celestial domain, they are also acutely rational and scientific.

Positive Traits

Natives born with Satabhisha in their ascendance reveal the positive traits of hard work, determination and discipline. Reason and research oriented nature with an emphasis on tradition also counts amongst their positive traits. It also includes in its purview the ability to cure and heal. Powers of intuition and meditation along with a bent for educational excellence are equally appreciable traits. Methodical approaches together with pleasing skills of presentation also characterize the positive facets of their personality. Endowed with sharp and impressive features; their intellectual faculty together with powerful memory are also to be included in their positive traits.

Negative Traits

Susceptible to obstinacy, they are usually adamant and head strong. Apart from these, their farfetched seriousness and flair for loneliness also count amongst the leading negative traits. Given to bouts of angry outbursts and depression, negative traits of such natives include in their unfriendly mannerisms, inadaptability, long drawn insistence on tradition and inability to innovate. Laziness, rudeness and absence of social skills also characterize their negative traits.

Career Options for Satabhisha Nakshatra Born People

On account of their academically oriented nature, memory and skilled faculty of intuition; they shine exceptionally in careers revolving around medicine and psychology. Career opportunities revolving around astrology and astronomy are also suitable for them. Owing to the predominating influence of Rahu, natives of the given nakshatra are prone to making careers out of politics, business and in those areas where leadership skills are required.

Satabhisha Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Represented by the ‘yoni’ of male horse and female horse respectively; Ashwini and Satabhisha are instinctively compatible. Likewise with horses’ instinctive compatibility to snake and monkey; the nakshatra is also compatible to Rohini, Mrigashira, Purvaashada and Shravana nakshatras. Bearing in mind, the Nakshatra’s instinctive inimicality with buffalo; both Hasta and Svati nakshatras are incompatible to it. According to the principle of ‘Veda dosha’ also Satabhisha and Hasta are mutually incompatible.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Existing simultaneously in the zodiac of Pisces and Aquarius, Purva Bhadrapada happens to be the twenty fifth nakshatra constituting the stellar horizon. Deriving its planetary force from its ruling lord- Jupiter and divine force from Aja Ekapat its presiding deity; Purva Bhadrapada stands for mystery, supernaturalism and occult phenomena on one hand and that of honesty, principle and benevolence on the other.

Basic information about Purva Bhadrapada Birth Star

On the one hand, the nakshatra unleashes the general characteristics of mystery, flair for the occult perception, violence and cunningness, according to another line of thought; Purva Bhadrapada includes in itself the general characteristics of optimism, honesty, benevolence and charity. Despite the mutual contradiction in the two lines of thought; their inclination towards occult phenomena and practices along with a steak of spirituality are the common facets characterizing the general attributes of such natives. Despite the nakshatra's intrinsic inclination towards supernaturalism and occult practices; one comes across in it the general characteristics of sociability, helpfulness, pleasant mannerisms and benevolence. In fact, the twin aspects of creation and destruction; apart from mutually contradictory aspects of benevolence and violence are epitomized by Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra.

Personality traits of natives born under the domineering aspect of this nakshatra include the aspects of sincerity, determination, discipline and that of hard work. Despite their innate inclination towards the realm of occult and spirituality, one finds in their personality the traits of practicality and reason. However, rather than going for gross materialism, they prefer idealistic approach and lifestyle.

General characteristics of Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Generally helpful and sociable in their social interaction and behavioral mannerisms, natives belonging to the mentioned nakshatra are also honest, genuine and generous. Dedication, purpose and knowledge are the other aspects of their behavioral characteristics. Ability to confront all kinds of physical and mental hardships also counts amongst their behavioral characteristics. Going by their intrinsically profound spiritual disposition, natives of Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra are prone to mental and spiritual purification. In spite, of their regard for tradition; they can be adaptable and transformational.

Positive traits

Sincerity, dutifulness, endurance and strength count amongst the positive traits of natives born with Purva Bhadrapada in ascendance. Helpfulness, protectiveness and concern for acquaintances and family are also to be featured amongst positive traits. Despite the enhanced potential to make money, their abstinence from luxury together with the ability to devote the same to a noble cause are equally laudable.

Negative traits

Their innate tendencies towards occult and supernaturalism often serve to endowing such people with grossly negative traits. In fact, natives of Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra on account of certain planetary affliction may prove to be harmful and destructive; making use of occult power to cause harm and malice. With similar afflictions they may be prone to socially destructive ways and terrorism. Being misled into dishonesty, negativity and immorality also count amongst their negative traits.

Career Options for Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Born People

With their overall intelligence and skill, they prove to be effective in careers related to administrative service, business, governmental responsibilities and teaching profession. Career opportunities based on scientific research, writing and acting can also suit the natives belonging to the given nakshatra. Lines related to astrology, astronomy and analysis of scriptures are also beneficial for such natives.

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Taking into account the norms of 'Veda dosha', Purva Bhadrapada and Uttaraphalguni are mutually non compatible. With Purva Bhadrapada's phallic symbol being masculine lion; it is most compatible to its feminine counterpart symbolizing Shravistha Nakshatra. This can be arrived at if we take into account the principles of 'yoni kuta'. Going by the similar principle stars epitomizing elephant such as Bharani and Revathi are non compatible to Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra. It is partially compatible to Uttaraashada nakshatra on account of its instinctive neutrality to mongoose.

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Extending between the constellations of Pegasus and Andromeda; Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra etymologically implies the 'possession of lucky feet'. Governed by the divine power of Ahir Budhnya; Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra has its planetary lord in Saturn.

Basic information about Uttara Bhadrapada Birth Star

The nakshatra associated with prosperity, strength and martial qualities is the store house of widely diverging possibilities and features. Endowed with the aspects of 'vano prastha' and 'Varshodyamana Shakti'; Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra combines in itself the quintessence power of the zodiac. While the former signifies relief from material bondage and advent into the realm of spirituality; the latter implies capacity to cause rainfall.

General characteristics of Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Malefic or the benefic aspects of ruling Saturn; plays an important role in determining the personality traits of natives ruled by Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra. Essentially adaptable and changeable; natives belonging to this nakshatra are generally known by their personality traits of determination, wisdom and experience. Penchant for calculation and acquiring wisdom by way of experience are the essential aspects of their personality. Another interesting aspect of their personality is their changeability. Owing to this changeability according to the varying needs of circumstances, it is difficult to attribute typical traits to their personality. Usually possessing attractive features and complexion, they excel in attracting attention by virtue of their grace and mannerisms. Usually religious and drawn to high ethical standard, the natives of Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra; are prone to seeking recluse within the folds of spirituality.

Behavioral characteristics

Exhibiting an interesting mix of contradictory traits in their behavioral characteristics, natives of Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra can present as much laziness as firmness and determination. Apart from their changeable character streak, the influence of Saturn has an interesting role to play in causing the mentioned difference. Unpredictability is one of the most important behavioral characteristics of natives born under the influence of Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra. Endowed with a fare share of benevolence, reasonability and a sense of impartiality; their violently temperamental nature can be a force to reckon with.

Positive traits

Natives of Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra blessed with benefic influences of other planets are generally kind, logical, and deft at skills of calculations. Besides these, serenity and sense of equality and justice also characterize them. Intrinsic innocence along with an innate capacity for mesmerizing people may also be the positive traits of some of the natives. A unique potential for gaining with experience is one of their positive traits.

Negative traits

One of the major negative traits of people born with Uttara Bhadrapada in ascendance is their susceptibility to fits of anger. On account of this trait, they are unnecessarily drawn into controversy and disputes. Besides being temperamental, laziness, inertia and loss of control are their other negative traits.

Career Options for Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Born People

With wealth of knowledge gained by experience, they make favorable impression on careers related to business, entrepreneurship and managerial positions. Career opportunities centering on consultancy, justice and counseling are also meant for them. Equally effective they can be in careers based on charity and voluntary organizations geared to social service.

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

Purva Phalguni and Uttara Bhadrapada are non compatible to one another according to the Vedic astrological system of Veda Dosha. Uttara Bhadrapada and Uttara Phalguni are mutually compatible to one another. Besides mutual progressiveness and practicality characterizing their intrinsic nature; the fact that they represent the similar yoni in 'cow'; endows the same with mutual compatibility. Cow's phallic inimicality with tiger, makes Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra non compatible to the birth stars of Vishakha and Chitra. On the other hand with cow's compatibility to hare and sheep, the nakshatra of Uttara Bhadrapada is compatible to Jyestha, Krittika, Anuradha and Pushya nakshatra.

Revati Nakshatra - General Info, Characteristics & Compatibility

Going by the system of Vedic astrology, Revati Nakshatra happens to be the twenty seventh one in the cosmic firmament. Deriving its divine power from ‘Pushan’- one of the twelve Adityas, Revati Nakshatra completes the entire series of birth stars.

Basic information about Revati Birth Star

Existing in the zodiac sign of Pisces, Revathi Nakshatra etymologically implies power to transcend. Endowed with an intrinsic hopefulness, the nakshatra includes in itself the potential to see beyond the mundane mediocrities characterizing everyday existence. Apart from this being one of its general characteristics, Revathi Nakshatra with the predominating influence of Saturn and Jupiter; upholds the general characteristics of idealism, benevolence and sustenance. Another essential characteristic of this nakshatra is its ‘Kshiradyapani Shakti’- by virtue of which it is able to protect and nourish, despite its essential detachment.

General characteristics of Revati Nakshatra

As one of the most pleasant nakshatras, natives born under its benign influence reflect elegantly polished sense of refinement in their personality trait. In spite of their helpfulness and elements of graceful sociability; they are potentially capacitate in remaining untouched by pressures of situations. Seldom affected by twists and turns, theirs is a gracefully illumined presence with streaks of knowledge and educational excellence. Bearing proportionately elegant features and physique, their poise and cordiality together with wisdom and fathoming ability are the leading facets of their personality traits. It also includes in its purview wonderfully keen intellectual acumen together with the passion for learning.

Behavioral characteristics

Reflecting affectionately caring ways in their behavioral characteristics, natives born under the predominating influence of Revati Nakshatra do not mind reaching out to people. Sympathetic approach to people and situations leads them into commanding awe, reverence and love. Ability to reach out and serve others being the major fulcrum of their behavioral characteristics, they are often seen holding magical sway over others. Interestingly, in spite of their fine tuned social skills; a sense of detachment from the surrounding practicalities characterizes their behavioral mannerisms. Looking beyond the physical reality, they are prone to inhabiting the world of fantasy and imagination. Strict compliance with the calls of conscience is another asset of their behavioral characteristic.

Positive traits

Besides being pillar of strength and support to people and society at large, their orientation towards religion, ethics and principles counts amongst such natives’ positive traits. Similarly appreciable are their sense of decorum, sophistication and culture. Intrinsically constructive by nature, their optimism is another aspect of their positive trait.

Negative traits

Owing to the malefic influence of certain planets natives may be susceptible to idleness and depression. Apart from these, his strict adherence to principle and expected norms of behavior may give way to the negative traits of obstinacy, temper and head strong ways. This in turn may contribute to the negative traits of orthodoxy and superstition.

Career Options for Revati Nakshatra Born People

Career opportunities based on scientific research, archaeological survey, poetry and literature are suitable for natives with Revathi in ascendance. Putting into use his wisdom and social acumen he can also be successful in careers related to administration, astrology and astronomy.

Revati Nakshatra Compatibility and Incompatibility

According to the principles of Nakshatra obstruction, Magha and Revati are mutually incompatible. In keeping with the norms of instinctive compatibility or ‘yoni kuta’, Bharani and Revathi are most compatible, with both being symbolized by male and female elephants respectively. Elephant’s inimicality with lion makes it incompatible to Purva Bhadrapada and Dhanistha; on the other hand its friendly orientation towards monkey, sheep and snake makes it compatible to nakshatra symbolized by the same. Consequently, Revathi Nakshatra finds itself on a compatible wave length with Sravana, Utarashaada, Krittika, Rohini and Pushyami nakshatras.