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Take Exam (Pay Later)Nakshatra 10: Magha
The Essence
Magha represents the psychological and spiritual 'Throne Room' of the Zodiac. Marking the entrance into Leo, it is where the soul moves from the emotional incubation of Cancer into the fires of individuation, authority, and legacy. It is the star of power, but specifically power derived from lineage, heritage, and the karmic credit of one's ancestors.
Attributes
- Deity: Pitris (The Ancestors)
- Ruler: Ketu
- Symbol: Royal Throne / Palanquin
- Gana: Rakshasa (Demon)
- Quality: Ugra (Fierce)
Psychology
Gifts: Leadership, pride, loyalty to tradition, authority, and a deep connection to their roots.
Shadows: Arrogance, elitism, attachment to the past, need for validation, and a sense of entitlement.
Mythology
The Pitris are the divine ancestors who dwell in the Somaloka. They are the guardians of the family traditions and the moral order. The story of King Yayati, who fell from heaven but was saved by the merit of his daughter's sons (his ancestors), illustrates the interdependence between the living and the dead. Magha natives are the bridge between the past and the future, tasked with maintaining the glory of their lineage.
Vocations
Government, administration, history, genetics, archaeology, CEO, and roles involving lineage.
Relationships
Seeks a partner who respects their status and family traditions. Can be dominating but deeply loyal and protective.
Guidance
- Action: Tarpan (offering water to ancestors) or visiting ancestral homes. Honoring the past clears the path for the future.
- Deity: Ganesha / Pitris
- Gemstone: Cat's Eye
- Mantra: Om Pitribhyo Namaha