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Ardra Nakshatra

The Star of Rudra • Ruled by Rahu

Astrological Overview

Zodiac Range 6°40' Gemini — 20°00' Gemini

Planetary Ruler Rahu

Presiding Deity Rudra

Symbol Tear Drop or Diamond

Shakti (Cosmic Power)

Yatna Shakti — Power to make effort and achieve

Emotional storms, clarity after conflict, destruction of old forms, and persistence.

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

6°40' - 10°00' Gemini

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

Pada 2

10°00' - 13°20' Gemini

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

Pada 3

13°20' - 16°40' Gemini

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

Pada 4

16°40' - 20°00' Gemini

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

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