Mrigashira Nakshatra

Mrigashira, the deer's head, is a searching star. It gives curiosity, gentleness and a restless wish to explore ideas, places and people.

Characteristics

  • Curious and gentle
  • Talkative
  • Restless
  • Research-minded

Favourable careers

  • Research
  • Travel
  • Writing
  • Textiles and perfumes

Padas (quarters)

PadaSignSpanNavamsaName letter
1Taurus23° 20′ 00″ – 26° 40′ 00″LeoVe
2Taurus26° 40′ 00″ – 30° 00′ 00″VirgoVo
3Gemini0° 00′ 00″ – 3° 20′ 00″LibraKa
4Gemini3° 20′ 00″ – 6° 40′ 00″ScorpioKi

Previous: Rohini. Next: Ardra.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the lord of Mrigashira nakshatra?

Mars. People born with the Moon in Mrigashira begin life in the Mars Mahadasha of the Vimshottari system.

What are the name letters for Mrigashira?

The four padas of Mrigashira correspond to the syllables Ve, Vo, Ka, Ki. Traditionally a baby's name starts with the syllable of the Moon's pada at birth.

Which gana and nadi does Mrigashira belong to?

Mrigashira is Deva gana and Madhya nadi with Serpent yoni — the factors used in Kundli Milan.