Purva Ashadha Nakshatra
Purva Ashadha is the 20th of the 27 nakshatras. Invincible conviction. It is ruled by Venus and lies in Dhanu (Sagittarius).
Purva Ashadha at a glance
| Ruling planet | Venus |
|---|---|
| Deity | Apas, the waters |
| Symbol | a fan or winnowing basket |
| Element | Water |
| Quality | Fixed |
| Zodiac span | 13°20′ Dhanu to 26°40′ Dhanu |
| Rashi | Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
The four padas of Purva Ashadha
Each pada covers 3°20′ and corresponds to one Navamsha sign.
| Pada | Zodiac span | Navamsha |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13°20′ Dhanu – 16°40′ Dhanu | Simha (Leo) |
| 2 | 16°40′ Dhanu – 20°00′ Dhanu | Kanya (Virgo) |
| 3 | 20°00′ Dhanu – 23°20′ Dhanu | Tula (Libra) |
| 4 | 23°20′ Dhanu – 26°40′ Dhanu | Vrishchika (Scorpio) |
Purva Ashadha and the Venus Dasha
In the Vimshottari system Venus rules Purva Ashadha, so a person born with the Moon here begins life in a Venus Mahadasha. A full Venus Mahadasha lasts 20 years; how much of it remains at birth depends on how far the Moon had moved through Purva Ashadha. The other nakshatras ruled by Venus are Bharani and Purva Phalguni.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Purva Ashadha nakshatra?
Venus is the Vimshottari lord of Purva Ashadha. A person born with the Moon in Purva Ashadha starts life in a Venus Mahadasha, and the part still left at birth depends on how far the Moon has travelled through the nakshatra. A full Venus Mahadasha lasts 20 years.
Which rashi is Purva Ashadha in?
Purva Ashadha spans 13°20′ Dhanu to 26°40′ Dhanu of the sidereal zodiac, which lies in Dhanu (Sagittarius).
What are the deity and symbol of Purva Ashadha?
The deity of Purva Ashadha is Apas, the waters. Its symbol is a fan or winnowing basket.
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.