Swati Nakshatra
Swati is the 15th of the 27 nakshatras. Independence in the wind. It is ruled by Rahu and lies in Tula (Libra).
Swati at a glance
| Ruling planet | Rahu |
|---|---|
| Deity | Vayu, the wind god |
| Symbol | a young sprout swaying in the wind |
| Element | Air |
| Quality | Moveable |
| Zodiac span | 6°40′ Tula to 20°00′ Tula |
| Rashi | Tula (Libra) |
The four padas of Swati
Each pada covers 3°20′ and corresponds to one Navamsha sign.
| Pada | Zodiac span | Navamsha |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6°40′ Tula – 10°00′ Tula | Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
| 2 | 10°00′ Tula – 13°20′ Tula | Makara (Capricorn) |
| 3 | 13°20′ Tula – 16°40′ Tula | Kumbha (Aquarius) |
| 4 | 16°40′ Tula – 20°00′ Tula | Meena (Pisces) |
Swati and the Rahu Dasha
In the Vimshottari system Rahu rules Swati, so a person born with the Moon here begins life in a Rahu Mahadasha. A full Rahu Mahadasha lasts 18 years; how much of it remains at birth depends on how far the Moon had moved through Swati. The other nakshatras ruled by Rahu are Ardra and Shatabhisha.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Swati nakshatra?
Rahu is the Vimshottari lord of Swati. A person born with the Moon in Swati starts life in a Rahu Mahadasha, and the part still left at birth depends on how far the Moon has travelled through the nakshatra. A full Rahu Mahadasha lasts 18 years.
Which rashi is Swati in?
Swati spans 6°40′ Tula to 20°00′ Tula of the sidereal zodiac, which lies in Tula (Libra).
What are the deity and symbol of Swati?
The deity of Swati is Vayu, the wind god. Its symbol is a young sprout swaying in the wind.
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.