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Ashwini Nakshatra

The Star of Ashwini Kumaras • Ruled by Ketu

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 0°00' Aries — 13°20' Aries

Planetary Ruler Ketu

Presiding Deity Ashwini Kumaras

Symbol Horse's Head

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Cid Vyapani Shakti — Power to quickly reach things (speedy attainment)

Initiation, healing energy, quick movement, and pioneering spirit.

The Four Padas (Quarters)

Each Nakshatra is divided into four equal parts of 3°20', known as Padas. These determine the elemental alignment (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha) and the placement in the Navamsha (D9) chart.

Pada 1

0°00' - 3°20' Aries

Aligns with Dharma (Duty & Identity). Highly spiritual and creative impulse.

Pada 2

3°20' - 6°40' Aries

Aligns with Artha (Wealth & Security). Practical, grounded, and productive energy.

Pada 3

6°40' - 10°00' Aries

Aligns with Kama (Desire & Relationships). Intellectual, communicative, and artistic exploration.

Pada 4

10°00' - 13°20' Aries

Aligns with Moksha (Liberation & Healing). Deeply intuitive, emotional, and transformative qualities.

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