Ashwini
The first nakshatra, ruled by Ketu and blessed by the Ashvini Kumaras, twin healers of the gods.
Bharani
The second nakshatra, ruled by Venus and presided over by Yama, lord of dharma, restraint and transformation.
Krittika
The star of the sacred flame, ruled by the Sun and presided over by Agni, explained for families and beginners.
Rohini
The Moon's favourite star and the birth star of Lord Krishna, explained simply for families.
Mrigashira
The deer's head star of the seeker, ruled by Mars and blessed by Soma, explained for everyday devotees.
Ardra
The star of Rudra's storm and the tear that cleanses, ruled by Rahu, explained calmly for families.
Punarvasu
The star of return and renewal, birth star of Lord Rama, ruled by Jupiter and blessed by Mother Aditi.
Pushya
The nourishing star of Brihaspati, ruled by Saturn and counted among the most auspicious of all.
Ashlesha
The coiled serpent star of the Nagas, ruled by Mercury, explained without fear for families.
Magha
The royal throne star of the ancestors, ruled by Ketu, explained for families who honour their lineage.
Purva Phalguni
The star of rest, love and creative joy, ruled by Venus and blessed by Bhaga, explained for families.
Uttara Phalguni
The star of loyal partnership and generous patronage, ruled by the Sun and blessed by Aryaman.
Hasta
The star of the skilful hand, ruled by the Moon and blessed by Savitr, the inspiring Sun.
Chitra
The brilliant jewel star of the divine architect, ruled by Mars and blessed by Tvashtr Vishvakarma.
Swati
The independent star of the wind, ruled by Rahu and blessed by Vayu, explained for families.
Vishakha
The star of purpose and determined achievement, ruled by Jupiter and blessed by Indra and Agni together.
Anuradha
The star of devoted friendship and the lotus that blooms in mud, ruled by Saturn and blessed by Mitra.
Jyeshtha
The star of the eldest and the protector, ruled by Mercury and presided over by Indra, king of the gods.
Mula
The root star that seeks the truth beneath everything, ruled by Ketu and presided over by Nirriti.
Purva Ashadha
The invincible star of purifying waters, ruled by Venus and presided over by Apah, the divine waters.
Uttara Ashadha
The star of lasting victory and righteous effort, ruled by the Sun and blessed by the Vishvedevas.
Shravana
The star of sacred listening and Lord Vishnu's three strides, ruled by the Moon, explained for families.
Dhanishta
The star of rhythm, wealth and music, ruled by Mars and blessed by the eight Vasus.
Shatabhisha
The star of a hundred healers, ruled by Rahu and presided over by Varuna, lord of the cosmic waters.
Purva Bhadrapada
The fiery star of transformation and spiritual intensity, ruled by Jupiter and presided over by Aja Ekapada.
Uttara Bhadrapada
The calm, deep star of wisdom and restraint, ruled by Saturn and presided over by Ahir Budhnya.
Revati
The final star of the zodiac, guardian of journeys and nourisher of all, ruled by Mercury and blessed by Pushan.
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