Magha Nakshatra
Magha is the 10th of the 27 nakshatras. Royal ancestors and power. It is ruled by Ketu and lies in Simha (Leo).
Magha at a glance
| Ruling planet | Ketu |
|---|---|
| Deity | the Pitris, the ancestors |
| Symbol | a royal throne |
| Element | Fire |
| Quality | Fixed |
| Zodiac span | 0°00′ Simha to 13°20′ Simha |
| Rashi | Simha (Leo) |
The four padas of Magha
Each pada covers 3°20′ and corresponds to one Navamsha sign.
| Pada | Zodiac span | Navamsha |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0°00′ Simha – 3°20′ Simha | Mesha (Aries) |
| 2 | 3°20′ Simha – 6°40′ Simha | Vrishabha (Taurus) |
| 3 | 6°40′ Simha – 10°00′ Simha | Mithuna (Gemini) |
| 4 | 10°00′ Simha – 13°20′ Simha | Karka (Cancer) |
Magha and the Ketu Dasha
In the Vimshottari system Ketu rules Magha, so a person born with the Moon here begins life in a Ketu Mahadasha. A full Ketu Mahadasha lasts 7 years; how much of it remains at birth depends on how far the Moon had moved through Magha. The other nakshatras ruled by Ketu are Ashwini and Moola.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Magha nakshatra?
Ketu is the Vimshottari lord of Magha. A person born with the Moon in Magha starts life in a Ketu Mahadasha, and the part still left at birth depends on how far the Moon has travelled through the nakshatra. A full Ketu Mahadasha lasts 7 years.
Which rashi is Magha in?
Magha spans 0°00′ Simha to 13°20′ Simha of the sidereal zodiac, which lies in Simha (Leo).
What are the deity and symbol of Magha?
The deity of Magha is the Pitris, the ancestors. Its symbol is a royal throne.
How do I find my birth nakshatra?
It is the nakshatra the Moon occupies at the moment of birth, measured in the sidereal zodiac. Enter your date, time and place of birth in Shiv Parashara to see it, together with your pada.