Nakshatra 5 of 27
Mrigashira nakshatra
मृगशिरा नक्षत्र
Mrigashira is the fifth of the 27 nakshatras, across the end of Taurus and start of Gemini, ruled by Mars. Its deity is Soma, the Moon god, and its symbol is a deer's head. It is the star of the gentle seeker, always sniffing the air for something new.
Classical reference, by the Astex Astro team.
At a glance
- Lord
- Mars (Mangal)
- Deity
- Soma, the Moon god
- Symbol
- A deer's head
- Span
- 23°20′ Taurus to 6°40′ Gemini
- Rashis
- Vrishabh (Taurus), Mithun (Gemini)
- Gana, yoni, nadi
- Deva, Serpent, Madhya
- Name letters
- वे, वो, का, की
The four padas of Mrigashira
Each nakshatra has four padas (quarters) of 3°20′. Each pada has its own name letter and falls in a navamsa (D9) sign.
| Pada | Letter | Rashi | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pada 1 | वे | Vrishabh (Taurus) | Singh (Leo) |
| Pada 2 | वो | Vrishabh (Taurus) | Kanya (Virgo) |
| Pada 3 | का | Mithun (Gemini) | Tula (Libra) |
| Pada 4 | की | Mithun (Gemini) | Vrishchik (Scorpio) |
The nature of Mrigashira
A deer stands alert, ears turned, ready to look up and follow any faint sound. Mrigashira has that restless curiosity. The mind wanders from one subject to the next, reading about a place, a recipe or a raga, not because it is idle but because it is searching.
Soma is the cool, nectar-like Moon, while Mars is a fiery lord. The combination makes a tender heart with a quick body. This person can be shy at first, then suddenly energetic, running to the next town for a book or a rumour of something wonderful.
Work and strengths
Mrigashira suits research, travel writing, surveying, music, textile and perfume trades, teaching, and anything involving searching and discovering. A person who loves visiting different markets to find the perfect fabric or spice, and tells the story well afterwards, shows this star at work. A trip to a new town, an old fort or a quiet bookshop is a joy to this person.
The strength is curiosity and a gentle way of speaking. The challenge is settling. Many open doors can mean no door fully walked through. Mrigashira does best when it chooses one question to follow for a full year and lets side interests live as hobbies.
Relationships
Mrigashira is a playful, light and slightly teasing partner who keeps romance alive with small surprises, like a new song or an unplanned drive to a hill station. The person is affectionate but does not like to be tied down by too many demands. It does not need a large title, and an unhurried, independent project can suit it best.
A sensitive heart sits under the lightness. Sharp words from a partner or in-law can make the deer bolt, leaving and withdrawing. Patience, humour and a calm voice bring this star back. Reassuring it that freedom is welcome inside the relationship builds trust. Trust grows when the other person shows interest in the little discoveries made along the way.
Mrigashira in kundli matching
In ashtakoot milan, Mrigashira counts as Deva gana, Serpent yoni and Madhya nadi. A partner whose Moon is in another Madhya nadi nakshatra (Bharani, Pushya, Purva Phalguni, Chitra, Anuradha, Purva Ashadha, Dhanishta, Uttara Bhadrapada) scores 0 of 8 on nadi, the koota with the most points. Match two charts to see the full score.
Questions people ask
Who is the lord of Mrigashira nakshatra?
Mars (Mangal). Its deity is Soma.
What are the name letters for Mrigashira nakshatra?
वे, वो, का, की, one for each of its four padas, in that order.
What kind of nakshatra is Mrigashira?
Mrigashira is a mridu, or soft, nakshatra, grouped with Chitra, Anuradha and Revati. The classical texts connect this group with gentle, friendly and artistic matters, such as music, ornaments and friendships. It describes a mild, agreeable quality in the mind rather than weakness.