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Purva Phalguni Nakshatra

The Star of Bhaga • Ruled by Venus

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 13°20' Leo — 26°40' Leo

Planetary Ruler Venus

Presiding Deity Bhaga

Symbol Front Legs of a Bed or Fireplace

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Prajanana Shakti — Power to procreate and enjoy

Pleasure, love, relaxation, creative expression, beauty, and relational harmony.

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

13°20' - 16°40' Leo

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

Pada 2

16°40' - 20°00' Leo

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

Pada 3

20°00' - 23°20' Leo

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

Pada 4

23°20' - 26°40' Leo

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

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