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Magha Nakshatra

The Star of Pitris • Ruled by Ketu

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 0°00' Leo — 13°20' Leo

Planetary Ruler Ketu

Presiding Deity Pitris

Symbol Throne or Royal Chamber

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Tyaga Shakti — Power to leave the body or renounce

Heritage, lineage, ancestral connection, power, dignity, and duty.

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' Leo

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

Pada 2

3°20' - 6°40' Leo

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

Pada 3

6°40' - 10°00' Leo

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

Pada 4

10°00' - 13°20' Leo

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

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