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Hasta Nakshatra

The Star of Savitr • Ruled by Moon

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 10°00' Virgo — 23°20' Virgo

Planetary Ruler Moon

Presiding Deity Savitr

Symbol Hand or Fist

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Hasta Sthapaniya Shakti — Power to place objects in the hands

Skill, craftsmanship, trick of the hand, intelligence, details, and dynamic creation.

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

10°00' - 13°20' Virgo

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

Pada 2

13°20' - 16°40' Virgo

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

Pada 3

16°40' - 20°00' Virgo

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

Pada 4

20°00' - 23°20' Virgo

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

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