The 27 Nakshatras:
Full Lunar Wisdom
The zodiac is further divided into 27 lunar mansions, or nakshatras. Each nakshatra is ruled by a planet, deity, its own symbol, and set of characteristics, adding a deeper layer of nuance to the interpretation of a birth chart. The position of the Moon in a particular nakshatra at birth is considered of paramount importance in understanding an individual's personality and life path.
In essence, the best way to define astrology according to Jyotish is to see it as a holistic and spiritual science. It is a system that seeks to empower individuals with self-knowledge, helping them to understand their place in the cosmic order and to navigate the journey of life with greater awareness and purpose. It is not about fatalistic prediction but about understanding the karmic forces at play and making conscious choices to foster spiritual growth and well-being.
Use the date of birth ranges below to find your nakshatra.
Bharani
Krittika
Rohini
Mrigashira
Ardra
Punarvasu
Pushya
Ashlesha
Magha
Poorva Phalguni
Uttara Phalguni
Hasta
Chitra
16. Vishakha
Date of Birth: Nov 6 - Nov 20
This Cycle’s Focus: Determination & Ambition
Numerology: 16
Animal Totem: Tiger
Recommended Activities: Challenging tasks, goal setting.
17. Anuradha
Date of Birth: Nov 20 - Dec 3
This Cycle’s Focus: Loyalty & Connection
Numerology: 17
Animal Totem: Deer
Recommended Activities: Networking, group healing.
18. Jyeshtha
Date of Birth: Dec 3 - Dec 16
This Cycle’s Focus: Mastery & Protection
Numerology: 18
Animal Totem: Deer
Recommended Activities: Mental focus, family protection.
19. Mula
Date of Birth: Dec 16 - Dec 29
This Cycle’s Focus: Roots & Investigation
Numerology: 19
Animal Totem: Dog
Recommended Activities: Ancestry research, deep study.
20. Purva Ashadha
Date of Birth: Dec 29 - Jan 11
This Cycle’s Focus: Invincibility & Renewal
Numerology: 20
Animal Totem: Monkey
Recommended Activities: Long-term planning, water therapy.
21. Uttara Ashadha
Date of Birth: Jan 11 - Jan 24
This Cycle’s Focus: Dharma & Victory
Numerology: 21
Animal Totem: Mongoose
Recommended Activities: Setting intentions, leadership.
22. Shravana
Date of Birth: Jan 24 - Feb 6
This Cycle’s Focus: Listening & Wisdom
Numerology: 22
Animal Totem: Monkey
Recommended Activities: Oral learning, silence, meditation.
23. Dhanishtha
Date of Birth: Feb 6 - Feb 19
This Cycle’s Focus: Rhythm & Prosperity
Numerology: 23
Animal Totem: Lion
Recommended Activities: Music, large social projects.
24. Shatabhisha
Date of Birth: Feb 19 - Mar 4
This Cycle’s Focus: Healing & Secrets
Numerology: 24
Animal Totem: Horse
Recommended Activities: Retreats, holistic therapy.
25. Purva Bhadrapada
Date of Birth: Mar 4 - Mar 17
This Cycle’s Focus: Passion & Intensity
Numerology: 25
Animal Totem: Lion
Recommended Activities: Introspection, letting go.
26. Uttara Bhadrapada
Date of Birth: Mar 17 - Mar 31
This Cycle’s Focus: Stillness & Enlightenment
Numerology: 26
Animal Totem: Cow
Recommended Activities: Developing inner peace, rest.
27. Revati
Date of Birth: Mar 31 - Apr 13
This Cycle’s Focus: Completion & Journey
Numerology: 27
Animal Totem: Elephant
Recommended Activities: Ending cycles, safe travel.
Ashwini
Vishaka
Anuradha
Jyeshtha
Mula
Poorva Asadha
Uttara Asadha
Shravana
Dhanishta
Shatabhisha
Poorva Bhadrapada
Uttara Bhadrapada
12. Uttara Phalguni
Date of Birth: Sep 13 - Sep 27
This Cycle’s Focus: Friendship & Charity
Numerology: 12
Animal Totem: Cow
Recommended Activities: Volunteering, contracts.
13. Hasta
Date of Birth: Sep 27 - Oct 10
This Cycle’s Focus: Skill & Precision
Numerology: 13
Animal Totem: Buffalo
Recommended Activities: Handicrafts, negotiations.
14. Chitra
Date of Birth: Oct 10 - Oct 24
This Cycle’s Focus: Brilliance & Design
Numerology: 14
Animal Totem: Tiger
Recommended Activities: Home decoration, styling.
15. Svati
Date of Birth: Oct 24 - Nov 6
This Cycle’s Focus: Independence & Adaptability
Numerology: 15
Animal Totem: Buffalo
Recommended Activities: Business expansion, travel.
16. Vishakha
Date of Birth: Nov 6 - Nov 20
This Cycle’s Focus: Determination & Ambition
Numerology: 16
Animal Totem: Tiger
Recommended Activities: Challenging tasks, goal setting.
17. Anuradha
Date of Birth: Nov 20 - Dec 3
This Cycle’s Focus: Loyalty & Connection
Numerology: 17
Animal Totem: Deer
Recommended Activities: Networking, group healing.
18. Jyeshtha
Date of Birth: Dec 3 - Dec 16
This Cycle’s Focus: Mastery & Protection
Numerology: 18
Animal Totem: Deer
Recommended Activities: Mental focus, family protection.
19. Mula
Date of Birth: Dec 16 - Dec 29
This Cycle’s Focus: Roots & Investigation
Numerology: 19
Animal Totem: Dog
Recommended Activities: Ancestry research, deep study.
20. Purva Ashadha
Date of Birth: Dec 29 - Jan 11
This Cycle’s Focus: Invincibility & Renewal
Numerology: 20
Animal Totem: Monkey
Recommended Activities: Long-term planning, water therapy.
21. Uttara Ashadha
Date of Birth: Jan 11 - Jan 24
This Cycle’s Focus: Dharma & Victory
Numerology: 21
Animal Totem: Mongoose
Recommended Activities: Setting intentions, leadership.
22. Shravana
Date of Birth: Jan 24 - Feb 6
This Cycle’s Focus: Listening & Wisdom
Numerology: 22
Animal Totem: Monkey
Recommended Activities: Oral learning, silence, meditation.
23. Dhanishtha
Date of Birth: Feb 6 - Feb 19
This Cycle’s Focus: Rhythm & Prosperity
Numerology: 23
Animal Totem: Lion
Recommended Activities: Music, large social projects.
24. Shatabhisha
Date of Birth: Feb 19 - Mar 4
This Cycle’s Focus: Healing & Secrets
Numerology: 24
Animal Totem: Horse
Recommended Activities: Retreats, holistic therapy.
25. Purva Bhadrapada
Date of Birth: Mar 4 - Mar 17
This Cycle’s Focus: Passion & Intensity
Numerology: 25
Animal Totem: Lion
Recommended Activities: Introspection, letting go.
26. Uttara Bhadrapada
Date of Birth: Mar 17 - Mar 31
This Cycle’s Focus: Stillness & Enlightenment
Numerology: 26
Animal Totem: Cow
Recommended Activities: Developing inner peace, rest.
27. Revati
Date of Birth: Mar 31 - Apr 13
This Cycle’s Focus: Completion & Journey
Numerology: 27
Animal Totem: Elephant
Recommended Activities: Ending cycles, safe travel.
Swati
Revati
