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Category: Vedic Astrology

14. Chitra Nakshatra – The Radiant Jewel. Mars: October 11-24

Star Position: 23°20′ Virgo – 6°40′ Libra Greek name: Spica Translation: “The Brilliant One” or “The Sparkling Gem” Symbol: A shining jewel 💎 Deity: Vishvakarma – the celestial architect Nature: Rakshasa (demonic), yet creative Ruling Planet: Mars The Brilliance of Beauty and Form Chitra, meaning “the shining” or “the jewel”, is…

13. Hasta Nakshatra. Moon: 27 September – 9 October

Hasta Nakshatra Degrees: 10°00′ – 23°20′ Virgo Symbol: A clenched fist 🤜 Deity: Āditya (Sun god, son of Aditi) Greek star name: Corvus (The Raven) Nature: Light and swift Primary Quality: Precision, skill, control Ruling Planet: Moon (Chandra) The Hand That Heals, Creates, and Commands Hasta means “hand” — and not…

12. Utter Phalguni Nakshatra (14 – 26 September). Star of Steady Growth.

Patron Deity: Aryaman Greek name: Denebola The Fruit-Bearing Tree of Purpose Uttara Phalguni, translated as “the latter red one” or more symbolically, “the fig tree,” evokes the image of steady ripening and fruitful maturity. Composed of two stars, one of which is known in Western astronomy as Denebola in…

11. Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. Venus: 31 August-13 September. “The Fruit of the Tree” — The Star of Fortune and Creativity.

General Characteristics Purva Phalguni is represented by two stars, one of which is known in Greek astronomy as Zosma. Its name translates as “the fruit of the tree,” symbolising fulfilment, enjoyment, and the rewards of good past karma. The presiding deity of this nakshatra is Bhaga, the god of fortune…

10. Magha Nakshatra. Ketu: 17-30 August – The Throne of the Ancestors — The Star of Royal Lineage and Legacy.

Celestial Signature & Deity Magha is formed from six stars, with Regulus (Alpha Leonis)—the “heart of the lion”—as its brightest jewel. Its Sanskrit name, Magha, means “the Mighty” or “the Magnificent,” pointing to a soul destined for grandeur, recognition, and power. Magha is ruled by the Pitris, the…