Nakshatra 8 of 27
Pushya Nakshatra
Classically called the "King of Nakshatras" and the single most auspicious of the 27 — a rare blend of Saturn’s discipline and Jupiter’s wisdom, traditionally favoured above all others for beginning important ventures.
exceptionalKshipra (swift)Ruled by Saturn
Sign span (computed)
Karka
93°20′–106°40′ of the zodiac
Ruling planet &
Saturn · 19 years
period length
Deity & symbol
a cow’s udder / lotus
Deity: Brihaspati (guru of the gods)
the power to nourish and create spiritual energy
Temperament & matching attributes
- : Deva (divine) — gentle, generous and refined by temperament.
- : Sheep — the animal symbol used in compatibility.
- : Madhya (Pitta) — the middle Nadi group. The heaviest koota in Kundali matching.
These feed the 36-point Kundali matching score.
Name sounds by pada
Each of the four quarters () of Pushya has a traditional starting sound for a baby's name:
Pada 1: Hu (हू)Pada 2: He (हे)Pada 3: Ho (हो)Pada 4: Da (डा)
Looking for a name? See Pushya baby names.
Frequently Asked Questions
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