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Mrigashirsha Nakshatra

The Star of Soma (Chandra) • Ruled by Mars

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 23°20' Taurus — 6°40' Gemini

Planetary Ruler Mars

Presiding Deity Soma (Chandra)

Symbol Deer's Head

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Pranavana Shakti — Power to search and seek fulfillment

Curiosity, searching, nomadic tendencies, gentleness, and seeking truth.

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

23°20' - 26°40' Taurus

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

Pada 2

26°40' - 30°00' Taurus

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

Pada 3

0°00' - 3°20' Gemini

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

Pada 4

3°20' - 6°40' Gemini

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

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