10) Magha

#Magha #Nakshatra is 10th out of 27 #Nakshatras in #VedicAstrology.

The symbol of Maghā, a throne, is an image of inherited power. Indra, the king of the gods, seated on the throne of paradise is known as Maghavan.

Deity of Magha are #Pitrs tells about the forefathers, departed ancestors. The Manu-Smṛti’s third chapter tells us that Pitṛ are divine beings who are the “forefathers” of us all. As per Hindu scriptures, at the beginning Lord Brahma manifested 10 sons, called the Prajapatis to create and operate the world. They are the original Pitris as all creation originated from them.

In Hindu astrology, when the Moon transits Magha Nakshatra it is extremely auspicious and important to remember and honor our #ancestors and express our gratitude to them.

Brihat Jataka of VārāhaMihira mentions that one born in Magha will enjoy great wealth, enjoyments, respecter of elders

Taittiriya Brahmana an ancient Vedic text says Magha is ruled by the Ancestors.

In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, King Dhritarashtra is the King of the Kuru Kingdom and Bhishma Parva talks about all these astronomical movements to King Dhritarashtra particularly mentioning all astronomical bad omens during Mahabharata War. This below shloka particularly mentions Magha Nakshatra and Planet Mars.

Senayoraśivaṃ ghoraṃ kariṣyati mahāgrahaḥ

Maghāsvaṅgārako vakraḥ śravaṇe ca bṛhaspatiḥ (6.3.13)

Explanation: This great planet will cause frightful mischief to both the armies. Mars wheeleth towards Magha and Brihaspati (Jupiter) towards Sravana
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