Nakshatra 20 of 27
Purva Ashadha nakshatra
पूर्वाषाढ़ा नक्षत्र
Purva Ashadha is the twentieth of the 27 nakshatras, in Sagittarius, ruled by Venus. Its deity is Apas, the waters, and its symbol is a winnowing fan. It is the star of the undefeated, with a cleansing, invigorating energy. Whatever the topic, an audience feels that the speaker truly means what is said.
Classical reference, by the Astex Astro team.
At a glance
- Lord
- Venus (Shukra)
- Deity
- Apas, the waters
- Symbol
- A winnowing fan
- Span
- 13°20′ to 26°40′ Sagittarius
- Rashi
- Dhanu (Sagittarius)
- Gana, yoni, nadi
- Manushya, Monkey, Madhya
- Name letters
- भू, धा, फा, ढा
The four padas of Purva Ashadha
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 | भू | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Singh (Leo) |
| Pada 2 | धा | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Kanya (Virgo) |
| Pada 3 | फा | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Tula (Libra) |
| Pada 4 | ढा | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Vrishchik (Scorpio) |
The nature of Purva Ashadha
A winnowing fan tosses grain so the husk blows away and only the good seed remains. Purva Ashadha has that sorting quality. The person separates what is worth keeping from what is not, in ideas, friendships and work, and feels lighter after each clearing. A sports team, a debating club or a village committee is a natural home for this star.
Apas, the waters, are purifying and always in motion. Venus as lord adds charm and persuasion. This star speaks with warmth and conviction, and can lift a tired meeting with a few honest words. The name carries the sense of invincibility, the one who will not accept defeat.
Work and strengths
Purva Ashadha suits public speaking, teaching, politics, law, sales, water-related work, shipping, writing, and campaigns. A speaker at a village panchayat who changes a hostile crowd with calm reasoning and good humour demonstrates this star. Some of the best teachers and public figures carry this star, because their words sound honest.
The strength is persuasion and a refusal to give up. The risk is stubbornness, where the person argues past the point of agreement. Purva Ashadha does best when it asks a question before it answers, and when it learns to enjoy a result without insisting on a second victory.
Relationships
Purva Ashadha is affectionate and expressive, with a strong sense of friendship. The person is a loyal ally in a family quarrel and a fine host who keeps the conversation going. Love, to this star, should feel like a shared cause and a good laugh.
Pride in its views can lead to debates at home that nobody wants. A partner who listens, then gently shares a different view, usually gets a fair hearing. Purva Ashadha respects those who stand their ground politely, and rewards them with deep, cheerful loyalty. A quiet cup of tea after a debate, and a sincere word, ends most of its quarrels.
Purva Ashadha in kundli matching
In ashtakoot milan, Purva Ashadha counts as Manushya gana, Monkey yoni and Madhya nadi. A partner whose Moon is in another Madhya nadi nakshatra (Bharani, Mrigashira, Pushya, Purva Phalguni, Chitra, Anuradha, 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 Purva Ashadha nakshatra?
Venus (Shukra). Its deity is Apas.
What are the name letters for Purva Ashadha nakshatra?
भू, धा, फा, ढा, one for each of its four padas, in that order.
What does ugra mean for Purva Ashadha?
Purva Ashadha is an ugra, or fierce, nakshatra, with Bharani, Magha, Purva Phalguni and Purva Bhadrapada. Classical texts link the group with strong, forceful action and firm resolve. It points to a determined, spirited character, and does not describe a harsh nature.