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Ashwini Nakshatra

Ashwini, the first nakshatra, belongs to the divine physicians, the Ashwini Kumaras. It gives speed, healing ability and a youthful, pioneering spirit.

Characteristics

  • Quick and energetic
  • Helpful and healing
  • Impatient
  • Adventurous

Favourable careers

  • Medicine and emergency care
  • Transport and racing
  • Sports
  • Start-ups

Padas (quarters)

PadaSignSpanNavamsaName letter
1Aries0° 00′ 00″ – 3° 20′ 00″AriesChu
2Aries3° 20′ 00″ – 6° 40′ 00″TaurusChe
3Aries6° 40′ 00″ – 10° 00′ 00″GeminiCho
4Aries10° 00′ 00″ – 13° 20′ 00″CancerLa

Previous: Revati. Next: Bharani.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the lord of Ashwini nakshatra?

Ketu. People born with the Moon in Ashwini begin life in the Ketu Mahadasha of the Vimshottari system.

What are the name letters for Ashwini?

The four padas of Ashwini correspond to the syllables Chu, Che, Cho, La. Traditionally a baby's name starts with the syllable of the Moon's pada at birth.

Which gana and nadi does Ashwini belong to?

Ashwini is Deva gana and Adi nadi with Horse yoni — the factors used in Kundli Milan.