मृगशिरा
23°20' Taurus - 6°40' Gemini
Mrigashira nakshatra, symbolized by the deer head, spans Taurus and Gemini. Ruled by Mars and presided over by Soma, this nakshatra represents the eternal quest for knowledge. Mrigashira natives are gentle seekers who are always exploring new ideas, places, and experiences with curiosity and enthusiasm.
Deity
Soma (Moon God)
Ruling Planet
Mars
Symbol
Deer's Head
Element
Earth
Zodiac Sign
Taurus / Gemini
Mrigashira is one of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It is ruled by the planet Mars and governed by the deity Soma (Moon God). It falls in the zodiac sign(s) of Taurus / Gemini. Your Janma Nakshatra is determined by the Moon's position at the time of birth and influences personality, compatibility, and life path.
People born under Mrigashira Nakshatra are typically influenced by its ruling planet Mars and deity Soma (Moon God). This gives them distinct personality traits related to the energy of this nakshatra. Vedic astrology uses the Janma Nakshatra to determine Vimshottari Dasha periods, compatibility, and daily auspicious timings.
Mrigashira Nakshatra is ruled by Mars. The ruling planet determines the Vimshottari Dasha starting period and influences the nakshatra's energy expression. Strengthening Mars through remedies can enhance positive qualities of this nakshatra.
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