#chandra
The 22nd #Nakshatra: #SHRAVANA.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Mangala (Mars) - the 1st quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 2nd quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 3rd quarter,
and Chandra (Moon) - the 4th quarter.
Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushartha (life's vector or motivation) is #Artha.
Totem animal is #Monkey (female).
Symbol - an #ear or an #arrow.
Devata (Deity) - #Vishnu.
Dosha - #Kapha.
The planet #Chandra ( #Moon) owns this Nakshatra. This constellation spans from 10°00' to 23°20' in Makara, owned by the #Shani ( #Saturn). While Shani (Saturn) and Chandra (Moon) have totally different characteristics, the individual born on this Nakshatra shows a mix of the characteristics of both these planets.
A male born in this Nakshatra will be of medium height and a slender body. The face is round or oval and he has a fair complexion. Females born in this Nakshatra have broad teeth, but these are prone to dental decay and gaps between the teeth. Females born in this Nakshatra also tend to be too much talkative.
The lord of the sign, Shani (Saturn) maintains a check on child like enthusiasm of the person born in this Nakshatra. These people are neat in their appearance and manners. This neatness is evident in every walk of their life, be it dress manners or eating habits. They know how to please others through talking properly. These people like to mingle with others and have a large network of friends. They are always ready to help and advise others. They also have a knack to navigate through some of the most difficult situations in life. As a result, people in trouble often seek their advice. Though these people are ready to help others, they seldom gain the respect and faith of those whom they help.
While Shani (Saturn) checks excessive enthusiasm of these people, versatile moon gives them the ability to undertake and execute a variety of tasks at the same time. These people are religious. The sign lord, Shani (Saturn) gives a steady, properly settled life during the middle age. Males born in this Nakshatra get a good wife and enjoy a happy married life. They are prone to health problems related with the skin, lungs and the digestive system. Females born in this Nakshatra have some rigid ideas about their husband and they are not ready to compromise when it comes to the qualities of their husband.
Male Natives
Physical features: He has a very good attractive physical feature. Normally his height will be small. There will be a peculiar sign on his face, may be in the form of a mole or some other marks which appears to be a kind of disfigurement. In some cases it has been noticed that black mole beneath shoulder.
Character and general events: He is very sweet in the speech and also maintain neatness in every work he undertakes. There is a set principle for him in his life. He expects his surroundings to be very clean and he dislikes the persons who do not have the tendency of maintaining neatness. Once he notices a person in untidy condition he will not hesitate to open his mouth. He takes pity on the condition of others and try to help others as far as possible. He likes to have a very neat and delicious food. It is because of this he is found to be a very good host.
He is God fearing and has full Guru bhakti (respect and love to the teacher). He is a believer of 'Satyameva Jayate' (Truth only will win). He cannot expect much benefit or return from those persons whom he has helped whereas it has been noticed that he is subject to deceit from others. Even if a thief is caught by him, he will try to find out the truth of the circumstances which led that person to become a thief and if he is convinced he will let that fellow go. His inherent quality if peaceful appearance and the knack of dealings will penetrate to the minds of the public, hence he is fittest politician for the modern times. His one smile is enough for others to be attracted and once he is attracted they cannot forget the native.
Whatever may be the ups and downs in his life, neither he will reach to the top nor he will be at the bottom. In other words, a mediocre life will be enjoyed by him.
Even illiterate born in this Nakshatra will show complete maturity and will be eager to gather knowledge whenever they get opportunity.
He is a very good adviser. Others will look upon him for solving individual as well as collective problems. He is a versatile genius. He has the ability and capacity to undertake different jobs at a time. If he is installed in a seat where some power and authority vests, he will shine well. He is always in search of authoritative job.
Since he has to shoulder much responsibilities and spend for fulfilling his responsibilities he will always be in need of money. He will not like to take any revenge even to his bitterest enemies. On the other hand he will think that let the God give them the due punishment to them.
- Education, sources of earnings / profession: Normally period upto 30 years of age will undergo several changes. Period between 30 years to 45 years of age will mark stability in all walks of life. In case he goes beyond 65 years due to beneficial planetary positions he can expect remarkable progress both economical and social.
The native is suitable for taking up mechanical or technical work or engineering. He may also be connected with petroleum or oil products.
Family life: His married life will be filled with extra ordinary happiness. He will have most obedient wife with all good qualities that is expected of a wife. Even then occasional sex relationship with other ladies are not ruled out.
Health: He may suffer from ear problem, skin disease, eczema, rheumatism, tuberculosis and indigestion.
Female Natives
Physical features: She is tall and lean. Her head is comparatively big with broad face. She has large teeth. There will be distance between the front teeth. Prominent nose.
Character and general events: She believes in charity. She is highly religious; hence she will visit several holy places. She is internally very cunning. However, sympathy towards the weak and generosity towards the needy are the notable features. She likes lot of show. She has the knack to adapt to the required circumstances but not in the matters concerning her husband. She is a 'chatter-box' without having any control over her tongue.
Education, sources of earning / profession: She is a very good dancer and takes interest in various fine arts. Illiterate women will normally be engaged in agricultural field, digging wells etc. Other females with medium type of education are normally employed as typists, clerks or receptionist etc.
Family life: Her family will always take pride in her name. However, since she wants perfection in all matters, she has to confront frequent friction with her husband. She cannot expect others to have the same perfection, hence for a happy home she should avoid such enforcement. As already mentioned above, while she can adapt to any circumstances, this behavior is applicable only with outsiders and not with her husband, whom she always looks upon to be a perfect gentleman.
Health: She may be infected with some kind of skin disease. She is also prone to eczema, filaria, pus formation, tuberculosis. Leprosy of low intensity is also not ruled out. She may also have ear problem.
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The 21st #Nakshatra: #UTTARAASHADHA.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Guru (Jupiter) - the 1st quarter,
Shani (Saturn) - the 2nd quarter,
Shani (Saturn) - the 3rd quarter,
and Guru (Jupiter) - the 4th quarter.
Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushardha (life's vector or motivation) is #Moksha.
Totem animal is #Mongoose (male).
Symbol - a small #cot.
Devata (Deity) - #Vishwadeva.
Dosha - #Kapha.
This Nakshatra spans from 26°40' in Dhanu to 10°00' in Makara. Uttara Ashadha born have a well-developed body, often developed thorough rigorous exercise in the gymnasium. They have a fair complexion. A strongly placed #Chandra ( #Moon) in the natal chart of some #Uttaraashadha born can give them a fair complexion.
These people are pure-hearted and respect others, especially the elders. They are honest in their dealings when it comes to business. But before taking any business decision, they try to consider as many aspects of the situation as possible. This is good, in the sense that a hastily concluded business deal often ends up putting them in a difficult situation. These people are steady, confident when it comes to being emotional. They do not trust others easily and it is only after spending considerable times with them that others can get an entry into the inner circle of their friends. But an easy way to please them is to please them with flattery.
#Uttara-ashadha born are natural diplomats. For them, preserving a relationship has the utmost importance. To keep the matters straight, they meticulously avoid the use of strong words to others even during some of the most explosive situations. Contrary to the males born in this Nakshatra, the females tend to jump into conflict with others, often through their nature of jumping at conclusions. Because of their good diplomatic skills, the males born in this Nakshatra are good mediators in any dispute. A good Buddha (Mercury) placed in their natal chart can make them a good consultant or adviser in any field.
As a rule, Uttaraashadha born have to undergo some stress related to their family matters towards the beginning of middle age.
But on an average, these people enjoy good married life. Males as well as females born in this Nakshatra enjoy the company of good, caring partners. Males born in this Nakshatra tend to suffer from stomach problems.
Male Natives
Physical features: A well proportioned body. Broad head. tall figure. Long nose, bright eyes. Charming and graceful appearance with fair complexion.
Character and general events: He will be refined, soft spoken, pure hearted and an innocent looking countenance. In case he happens to occupy a very high position in the society, he will not like to express pomp and show and will dress like a simple-ton. He gives respect to all and particularly women folk. He is god fearing. It is not easy for others to find out the underlying merits and demerits. It is only after several acquaintances and dealing one can come to a conclusion about the behavioral aspect of this native. In most of the cases, it has been noticed that there will be black mole around his waist or on the face. A slight reddish colour is noticed in his eyes.
He will be very plain in his dealings and will show utmost sincerity in all the work he undertakes. He will not deceive others and would not like to cause any trouble to others. So much so, due to his inherent good behavior quality he often lands into uncalled for problems. While he is plain hearted, he will not subdue to any pressure and will not bestow full confidence on anybody. But once he takes into confidence a person nobody can change him. To certain extent, he is slave to flattery and expect that others must look after his welfare. He will not take any hasty decision, whereas full consultation. With trusted persons will be obtained before coming to a conclusion. While he is very much involved in all the activities he undertakes, usually he is a lazy fellow.
Even in the state of conflict he cannot utter harsh words directly to any person and in spite of difference of opinion he will not like to express his unhappiness to others. Any discussion he makes with others will be without expressing any ill-will. He is bound to shoulder much responsibilities at a young age. Due to this he is fully trained to shoulder any responsibility with perfection. Once he is convinced that any action carried out by him or words uttered by him happens to be wrong he will not hesitate to repent and express sorry.
His every action requires recognition by others. otherwise, he is dragged into the state of unhappiness. He is subjected to maximum happiness at one stage and the maximum unhappiness at the next.
Education, sources of earning/profession: He has to be very careful in any controversial dealings. Before any collaboration is made, he has to completely screen the persons with whom he is entering into such collaboration. Otherwise, failure is certain. Period after the age of 38 years will mark all round success and prosperity.
Family life: Normally his childhood willbe somewhat better. But later on he may have to face a lot of unexpected reversals and problems in the family front. It has noticed that between the age of 28 and 31 years some important change takes place in the family circle.
His married life will be more or less very good. He normally gets a responsible and loving wife. At the same time the health of the spouse will be a cause of concern for him. His wife will be having problems of acidity or uterus disorder. In spite of the comparative advantages mentioned above, he lacks happiness from the children whereas his children will be main cause of concern.
- Health: He is prone to stomach problems, paralysis of limbs, pulmonary diseases. Poor eyesight or some defects in the eyes.
Female Natives
Females born in this Nakshatra will also enjoy more or less the same results mentioned above in the case of male natives. In addition the following results will be enjoyed:
Physical features: Her forehead will be much wider, nose larger, eyes attractive, teeth beautiful, body stout but not so beautiful hair.
Character and general events: One of the worst qualities of these females is that they are the 'obstinate dare devil'. Her utterances are not well thought, whereas she jump into conflict with others. This category of females very well fit to the proverb "There are two horns for the rabbits I have got". In spite of this disadvantage she would like to lead a very simple life.
Education, sources of earning/profession: Generally, females born in this Nakshatra are educated. she may be a teacher, bank employee or attached to religious institution. If Buddha (Mercury) is also placed with Chandra (Moon), she may earn as a publisher or a writer.
Family life: She cannot enjoy her married life in it's fullest sense whereas quite often her mind will be disturbed due to either husband's separation or some other problems connected with him. She is very much religiously inclined and observe all the religious formalities. She derives complete happiness and contentment by marrying a Revati or Uttara-Bhadra Pada boy.
Health: She will have wind problems, hernia or uterus problems etc.
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The 13th #Nakshatra: #HASTA.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Mangala (Mars) - the 1st quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 2nd quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 3rd quarter,
and Chandra (Moon) - the 4th quarter.
Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushartha (life's vector or motivation) is #Moksha.
Totem animal is #Buffalo (female).
Symbol - #hand's palm.
Devata (Deity) - #Savitar.
Dosha - #Vata.
This is 13th Nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by #Chandra ( #Moon). Hasta spans from 10°00' to 23°20' in Kanya (Virgo). The sign Kanya (Virgo) is ruled by the planet of intelligence, Buddha (Mercury). Those born in Kanya (Virgo) are tall and thin in physical appearance. They have strong shoulders and a well-developed chest.
These people have a calm and composed appearance, and will not show the slightest indication of worry even when they are under extreme tensions. But if the natal Buddha (Mercury) is in a dual sign, these people find it difficult to make some important decision and hence, start hesitating. They know how to win over the other party, hence these people can be good diplomats or are suitable for any profession that requires maintaining a liaison with various agencies/parties.
Unfortunately for these people, good times quickly give way to difficult situations. Though they are hard working and sincere in their efforts, they do not get rewarded for their efforts every time. This generates a lot of heartburn. Working permanently in a subordinate position is not in their blood. Even when they begin at the lower levels, through efforts and enterprise, these people rise to higher levels in their life. Even when they do not have the formal education, they can carry out the responsibilities assigned to them through their all round knowledge and efforts.
These people settle down in the middle age. With the exception of some frictions, these natives are able to enjoy a happy married life. Females born in this Nakshatra may cause friction in their house because of their love for arguments and an outspoken nature.
People born in Hasta tend to suffer from sinusitis, cough, cold and asthma.
Male Natives
Physical features: The native is tall and stout. Mixed colour with short hands comparing to the body structure. There will be a scar mark on the upper right hand or beneath the shoulder.
Character and general events: The native will have a calm nature. There is a peculiarity while he is smiling i.e. his sweet smile has the magnetic power to attract others. This inherent quality produces a vibration on others and it becomes difficult to leave the native once such acquaintance takes place. He can easily get respect and honor from the public. He is always in readiness to help the needy for nothing in return. He does not like to deceive others even if it costs him his life. In spite of this good quality, the reward he gets in return is nothing but criticism and opposition. He does not believe in a posh living.
Unlike other Nakshatra born persons, the life of Hasta native is full of frequent ups and down. At one moment he rises to the top and another moment he falls to the bottom whether in profession al field or in the mental world. In other words, luck and unluck comes to them without intimation. Hence we cannot categorize him as a permanent poor or wealthy. When he enters in a particular field and starts gaining the object, reversal is already in store for him. While he tries to get out of such reversal with his own effort, helps comes to him from the unexpected quarters and he achieves medium success in the undertaking. It may appear that there is some hidden curse on the native as otherwise, the sincerity and hard work which he shows in every work, should have given him a wonderful boost.
While the native does not want to cause any trouble to others, once he is hurt, he will always be in search of revenge, but at the same time takes consolation in the feet of god by thinking that let god give him the punishment and he slowly withdraws from the scene of conflict.
- Education, sources of earning/profession: In the work field, he keeps strict discipline. Normally employment in a subordinate level is not fit for him. Only very few cases where the Hasta native is working in a low level job has been found. Most of the cases either they are engaged in business or in a high position in the industries.
Hasta native even with a preliminary academic background will possess excellent all-round knowledge. He will show to the world that he is not being anybody on any matter. He is a good adviser as he has the capacity to intervene and settle various disputed matters. Lot of responsibilities will have to be undertaken by him before he can climb one step of ladder of success.
Period up to his 30th years of age will bring in unexpected circumstantial changes both in the family front as well as in the academic and professional or business field. Period between 30 to 42 years of his age will be his golden period, when the native can settle down in his life. If the native lives beyond 64 years of age, there will be remarkable accumulation of wealth and all-round success in the business field.
Family life: He is able to enjoy an idle married life, even though occasional friction as is expected in a family will definitely be there. His wife will be a homely lady with all good qualities expected from a house wife. One of the hidden factors noticed in the wife of a Hasta native is that she may indulge in homo-sexual activities in her youth period.
Health: He is prone to have severe cough and cold, frequent emanation of water from the nose and clotting of such fluid, asthma or cynos.
Female Natives
Female natives born in Hasta Nakshatra also will enjoy more or less the same results as mentioned for a male native born in Hasta native. In addition, they will also enjoy the following results:
Physical features: Her eyes and ears will be extremely beautiful and entirely different from those born in other Nakshatras. A typical shoulder. Very attractive with soft body.
Character and general events: She will have the inherent shyness of a female sex. While she will respect the elders, she may not like to live like a slave. She will not hesitate to express her views openly. She is not bothered about the outcome of such expression. Hence she is subjected to enmity from her relatives. If she curbs the tendency of open expression of her views she can attain good amount of success in the family front and enjoy her life in full.
Education, sources of earning/profession: In most of the cases, hasta female is not employed mainly due to good financial stability of her parents as well as her husband. In some cases it has been noticed that hasta female, if born in a poor family is employed in the agricultural field and in the construction activities.
Family life: She can enjoy a happy married life. Her husband will be wealthy and loving. She can enjoy good benefit from her children. First will be a son and followed by two daughters.
Health: Her health will generally be good. However, she may have high blood pressure and twisting of veins, asthma in her old age.
The 4th Nakshatra: #ROHINI.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Mangala (Mars) - the 1st quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 2nd quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 3rd quarter,
and Chandra (Moon) - the 4th quarter.
Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushartha (life's vector or motivation) is #Moksha.
Totem animal is #Serpent (male).
Symbol - a #chariot.
Devata (Deity) - #Brahma.
Dosha - #Kapha.
This is the 4th #Nakshatra of #zodiac, ruled by the planet #Moon. It spreads from 10°00' in Vrishabha to 23°20' in Vrishabha. Chandra (Moon), the lord of this Nakshatra and Shukra (Venus), the lord of Vrishabha, though belong to the opposite camps of planets, they complement many of each other's qualities for a person born in this Nakshatra. As a result, while Shukra (Venus) makes these people beautiful with an artistic #mind, the Chandra (Moon) endows them with gentle, dignified manners. Vrishabha also happens to be the exalted sign of #Chandra (Moon). It is said that even a beggar born on this Nakshatra will have a dignified appearance. Eyes of the people born in this Nakshatra are especially attractive.
These people are obstinate by nature and attempts by others to ignore their views only results in worsening the situation. They seem to be hell bent to have their own say in every matter. While they are quick to point at others faults, they seldom accept their own faults. Emotions rule supreme in these people. These people will have to control their stubborn nature if they want to work in groups or be in professions that require dealing with people. Keeping a flexible mindset will always help them.
A Shukra (Venus) placed in a movable sign will make the native spendthrift to enjoy material comforts. Females born in this Nakshatra tend to display whatever riches they have.
These people are ideally suited for any kind of artistic work and the jobs or businesses dealing with juicy and sweet materials. But these people should exercise extra caution while dealing with their business partners.
They are attached to the mother's side of family tree. Since the Chandra (Moon) rules the mind, living a tension free life is important for them. These people are prone to suffer from hormonal imbalances caused by mental worries.
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#Rohini (रोहिणी) is a #goddess in Hinduism and the favorite consort of #Chandra, the #moon #god. She is a daughter of Daksha and sister of the 26 other #Nakshatras.
As per Shiva Purana, when Daksha gave away his 27 daughters, he got an undertaking that Chandra would not show favoritism towards any of his wives. However, Moon God (Chandra) is drawn to Rohini. Daksha comes to know of Chandra Deva spending more time with Rohini gets cursed by Daksha. However, Moon God (Chandra) prays to #Shiva and gets a boon with a compromise. During Krishnapaksha Chandra would wane and during Shuklapaksha, the bright part of the lunar fortnight, Chandra would wax. This explains the waning and waxing moon.
Moon is exactly exalted at 3 degree Krittika and it is considered in exaltation sign throughout Taurus but it is Rohini #nakshatra where Moon is happiest. In Vedic theology the moon is considered a manifestation of the mind of God.
Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated as birth of Lord Krishna when Sun is in own sign and Moon in Rohini Nakshatra.
In most of ancient Hindu Puranas, we have this famous word ‘Rohini Sakata Bhedanam’. This phenomenon was observed during the times of Ramayana when Ravana abducts Sita and also during Mahabharata War. Great wars and destruction happened every time this peculiar phenomenon appeared in the sky.
In 46th chapter in Aranya Kanda of Valmiki Ramayana, Rohini is mentioned as dear wife of the moon and compared with Sita. Here bad planet would be Saturn when he abducts Sita.
Taam apashyat tato baalaam raaja putriim yashasviniim || 3–46–5
rohiNiim shashinaa hiinaam grahavat bhR^isha daaruNaH |
Explanation: Rohini is the principle star and dear wife of the Moon will be in lunar asterism of the same name, and when she comes in the view of planets like Saturn and Mars astrology predicts earthly havocs. Hence, Ravana is compared with such a planet and Sita with Rohini.
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, King Dhritarashtra is the King of the Kuru Kingdom and we can find similar comparison In Bhīṣmaparva 2, Vyāsa informs King Dhritarashtra on bad omens that happened during Mahabharata war and explains about Saturn in Rohini.
Rohiṇīṃ pīḍayanneṣa sthito rājañśanaiścaraḥ
vyāvṛttaṃ lakṣma somasya bhaviṣyati mahadbhayam
Explanation: Saturn stands tormenting Rohini, O king. The (hare) sign of the Moon has disappeared. There will be great danger/fear.
https://www.farfaraway.co/blog/rohini-nakshatra-characteristics
#Krittika #Nakshatra is the 3rd star in the Zodiac. It extends from 26.4 deg Aries to 10 deg of Taurus. The #star is named after the Lord #Karthikeya, Son of Lord #Shiva. Lord Karthikeya is also the commander of the God.
In Hindu Puranic reference and when the demon Taraka was destroying the world and creating tremendous problems for all creatures and the gods. To defeat demon Taraka, all the gods united and got a seed from Lord Shiva and Shakti, the seed was thus cast in fire and protected by blue water. The Krittika (six nurses of Karthikeya) were requested to nourish it in their womb. Since six women came to feed him, he split (“Krittika”) into six forms to nurse from each mother simultaneously. He is known as Karthikeya because he was nursed by the Krittika. Karthikeya was thereby born and on the seventh day after his birth killed the mighty demon Taraka and thereby relieved the gods from the demons.
This star is also the name of its goddess-personification, who is a daughter of Daksha and Panchajani, and thus a half-sister to Khyati. Spouse of Krittika is #Chandra (“ #moon”).
In few of Hindu scriptures, the seven stars of the Big Dipper represent the seven sages. The six main stars of the #Pleiades are their six divorced wives — unfortunate goddesses. The seventh wife, Arundhati remains near her husband Vashistha as the star Alcor very close to Mizar.
Krittika is also known as the “Star of Fire” and is related to a commander, fighter, foster mother and glow of power, physical and creative force. Krittika being a female nakshatra suggests passivity, indicating that Krittika needs outer energy or life circumstance to activate their power.
In ancient Mesopotamia they were simply known in Sumerian as MUL.MUL (𒀯𒀯) and people of Mexico knew them as “Seed Stars”. In ancient Persian religions, the Pleiades is primarily known as Parvin pronounced Parveen. It too is a common given name of Iranians, Afghanis and some Pakistanis.
In Greek mythology, the stars of Pleiades represented the Seven Sisters. Several of the most prominent male Olympian gods (including Zeus, Poseidon, and Ares) engaged in affairs with the seven heavenly sisters. These relationships resulted in the birth of their children.
Interesting fact is Vedic astronomers calculated that Pleiades was rising star at the horizon around 2950 BCE that helps to give date during the Satapata Brahmana.
However, this is also true in three below cases: The Shatapatha Brahmana mentions that the Krittika (the Pleiades) “do not swerve from the east”. This would have been the case with precision at 2950 BCE and was true also about 2000 BCE but was still true to within 8–13 degrees (viz., East by north) around the 8th to 6th centuries BCE, the assumed date of the text’s composition.
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11 April, 2024 Thursday Tritiya #Green #Chandraghanta Puja
Who is Maa Chandraghanta? Know significance
The married incarnation of Maa Parvati is Maa Chandraghanta. According to Drik Panchang, after Maa Mahagauri married Lord #Shiva, she began to adorn her forehead with a crescent or #Chandra. She became known as Goddess Chandraghanta. She is shown riding a tigress and holding 10 hands, four right hands holding a lotus flower, an arrow, Dhanush and Japa Mala, the fifth right hand in Abhaya Mudra and the fifth left hand in Varada Mudra.
It is said that Maa Chandraghanta is Maa #Parvati in her tranquil form. The sound of the #moon and the bell on her forehead are said to drive away all kinds of spirits from her devotees. Legend has it that the sound of her bell has vanquished many demons during battles, sending them to the abode of the God of Death.
- #Hasta #Nakshatra
Gentle black female hands with natural manicure
A #hand is the symbol of Hasta.
Ruling Planet: The #Moon ( #Chandra)
Associated Deity: #Surya, the #sun #god
Associated Stars: #Alchiba, #Kraz, #Algorab, #Minkar
Corresponding Position in the Western Zodiac: 3°46′-17°06′ Libra
Quality or Modality: #Swift ( #Laghu)
Associated Element: #Fire
Personality Traits: Practical, not romantic, restless, detail-oriented, critical,
https://a-z-animals.com/blog/the-nakshatras-and-their-meaning-in-vedic-astrology/
Spiking Antlers on White-tailed Deer
5. #Mrigrashira #Nakshatra
The #head of a #deer represents Mrigrashira.
Ruling Planet: #Mars ( #Mangala)
Associated Deity: #Chandra
Associated Stars: #Meissa and #PhiOrionis
Corresponding Position in the Western Zodiac: 17°06′ Gemini-0°26′ Cancer
Quality or Modality: #Tender ( #Mridu)
Associated Element: #Earth
Personality Traits: Curious, sometimes superficial, adventurous, talkative, cautious, possibly prone to anxiety
https://a-z-animals.com/blog/the-nakshatras-and-their-meaning-in-vedic-astrology/
#Chariot
A chariot is a symbol of Rohini.
Ruling Planet: The #Moon ( #Chandra)
Associated Deity: #Prajapati, the creator god in Hinduism
Associated Stars: #Aldebaran
Corresponding Position in the Western Zodiac: 3°46′-17°06′ Gemini
Quality or Modality: #Fixed ( #Sthira)
Associated Element: #Earth
Personality Traits: Productive, loves nature, patient, stubborn, private, sometimes hedonistic or materialistic, health-conscious
https://a-z-animals.com/blog/the-nakshatras-and-their-meaning-in-vedic-astrology/
For millennia, musicians have looked to the #heavens for #inspiration. #Now a new collaboration is enabling actual data from NASA telescopes to be used as the basis for #original #music that can be played by humans.
Since 2020, the "sonification" project at NASA's Chandra X-ray Center has translated the digital data taken by telescopes into notes and sounds. This process allows the listener to experience the data through the sense of hearing instead of seeing it as images, a more common way to present astronomical data.
A new phase of the sonification project takes the data into different territory. Working with composer Sophie Kastner, the team has developed versions of the data that can be played by musicians.
"It's like a writing a fictional story that is largely based on real facts," said Kastner. "We are taking the data from space that has been translated into sound and putting a new and human twist on it."
This pilot program focuses on data from a small region at the center of our Milky Way galaxy where a supermassive black hole resides. NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, Hubble Space Telescope, and retired Spitzer Space Telescope have all studied this area, which spans about 400 light-years across.
NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center manages the Chandra program. The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory's Chandra X-ray Center controls science operations from Cambridge, Massachusetts, and flight operations from Burlington, Massachusetts.
Source: https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZszE77Ofw_4
"Where Parallel Lines Converge" is a #sonic rendering of a composite image of the #GalacticCenter, or the center of our #MilkyWay #galaxy, with data from NASA’s #Chandra, #Hubble and #Spitzer #space #telescopes. The song is a tryptic, highlighting three astronomical objects or moments in the image: the X-ray binary, the arched filaments, and the #supermassive #blackhole, #SagittariusA*.
The piece was conceived using the same principles as the original NASA Chandra data sonifications, converting data to sound by matching different parameters of the image with musical parameters. Composed by Sophie Kastner, this was recorded by #Montreal based #Ensemble Eclat conducted by Charles-Eric LaFontaine on July 19, 2023 at McGill University.
- Alex Huyghebaert, flute
- Gwénaëlle Ratouit, clarinet and bass clarinet
- Charles Chiovato Rambaldo, percussion
- Léo Guiollot, percussion
- Paul Çelebi, piano
- Jeanne Côté, violin
- Audréanne Filion, violoncello
As the nine nights represent the nine planets, we will be having a planetary celebration of Navaratri with an account of one of the planets for each of the nine nights. The second planet is The #Moon. The colour for the second day of #Navaratri is #WHITE, so we shall scribe in white with an added background so that white may be easily read for this second day’s observance of Navaratri
Today is the second day of the Navaratri celebrations which are held for nine days (Nava Rathrulu). All festivals are meant to remind mankind that they should cultivate noble qualities by engaging themselves in activities beneficial to one’s own self and society. Sai Baba made reference to Navaratri and the Nine Planets:
As part of Navaratri celebrations, people worship different forms of divinity. You should develop sacred feelings and experience divinity. What is the inner meaning of Navaratri celebrations? These nine nights represent nine planets. Each planet has its own significance. However, these planets are not outside, they are within. If your feelings are impure and unsacred, the result also will be the same. You are responsible for the good and bad you think and experience.
The Moon
#Chandra, (lit. “shining one”) The Moon is one of the Gods and a most important planet in Vedic Astrology. He is described as young, beautiful, fair; two-armed and having in his hands a club and a lotus. He rides his chariot (the moon) across the sky every night, pulled by ten white horses or an antelope. Although the antelope is the animal most commonly depicted with Him in iconography, the rabbit is also particularly sacred to him and all rabbits are under his protection. He is connected with dew, and as such, is one of the gods of fertility. As #Soma, presides over Somvar or Monday.
The Moon rules Mother and maternal matters, contentment in the home, emotions and bodily fluids, as the Moon is kapha dosha. Kapha dosha signifies water, fluids, fluids in the body and it is of an earthy nature. It has dimensions of loyalty, faithfulness, love and attachment. The Moon waxes and wanes monthly and as it is the fastest moving planet, it is easily afflicted in transits. The Moon is strongest when it is 180° from the Sun; the closer the Moon comes to the Sun, the lesser its energy and strength.
Moon signifies responsiveness, loyalty, dependence. It is traditional, conservative, conventional in attitudes. It delivers the energy of belonging, seldom rebels, and, when cool, has high frustration tolerance. Moon gives friendly attitudes, life-long associations and doesn’t like to hurt other people. It can accept feedback from others but does not like confrontations, particularly when they are personally hurtful. The Moon gives good parents who are good providers.
Day 2
#Goddess #Brahmacharini
Brahmacharini means a devoted female student who lives in an Ashrama with her Guru along with other students. It is also the name of the second aspect of the goddess Durga (Parvati). The goddess is worshipped on the second day of Navratri (the nine divine nights of Navadurga). The goddess Brahmacharini wears white clothes, holds a japa mala (rosary) in her right hand and Kamandal, a water utensil in her left hand.
Charini is the feminine version of one who is a charya, which means “occupation with, engaging, proceeding, behaviour, conduct, to follow, moving in, going after”; so to seek, to explore, to experience, to know. One does not dare to speak of the divine without internal, inner experience. For the Divine is that which is known only; it cannot be thought about, read about, nor experienced in discussion with others. One pursues the experience of the Divine – like Bhakta Meera, also known as Mirabai:
I am your slave.
Bind me in tethers, Mira’s your slave.
She wakes up at dawn,
sits in the garden,
haunts the pathways of Brindavan forest
making up ballads.
Fever, memory, craving,
birth after birth they come with me.
I slip on a saffron robe
hoping to see you.
Yogins come to Brindavan to know oneness,
hermits perform terrible spells,
holy men come to sing gospels –
but Mira is deeper, Lord,
and more secret.
She waits with a ruined heart every night
by the river
just for a glimpse.
The Moon is often thought of as feminine, just as the rules Mother and maternal matters, contentment in the home and emotions. The moon is a feminine symbol, universally representing the rhythm of time as it embodies the cycle. The phases of the moon symbolize immortality and eternity, enlightenment or the dark side of Nature herself. It might reflect inner knowledge, or the phases of man’s condition on Earth, since it controls the tides, the rains, the waters, and the seasons. It is the middle ground between the light of the sun and the darkness of night, and thus often represents the realm between the conscious and the unconscious.
On this second day of Navaratri, we have learned that the day is ruled by the Moon, the colour is white and the Goddess is Brahmacharini Devi, the Goddess of #Swadhisthana #Chakra. The word swadhisthana can be translated as “the dwelling place of the self”. Swadhisthana Chakra develops around the ages of 6 months to 2 years. This chakra governs our relationship to the feminine, our reproductive area and our femininity. We are also determining the safety of expressing our feelings, experiencing emotions and also connecting to our intuition.
The element of Swadhisthana Chakra is #water, which equals cohesiveness. A balanced second chakra leads to feelings of wellness, abundance, pleasure, and joy. When this chakra is out of balance, a person may experience emotional instability, fear of change, sexual dysfunction, depression, or addictions.
We have learned about the name the Goddess of this day – Brahmacharini – and that charini is the feminine of “occupation with, engaging, proceeding, behaviour, conduct, to follow, moving in, going after”. We cannot live without the feminine aspect of the #Divine #within, and Navaratri represents a call toward exploring and experiencing this feminine divine within. We are ask to follow, to move in, to go after, just like Mirabai, the Rajput princess who lived for and sought her Lord Krishna alone. It behooves us to seek the feminine within, to honour it, for in honouring the feminine, the Mother Goddess, the Shakti or female energy principle within, we honour Mother Earth herself, who is also a Goddess, Bhu-Devi. We honour our own Mother, our sisters, aunts, grandmothers and all the generations of women who have come before us and gifted us. So also, we take care of the resources of Mother Earth, as per Sri Sathya Sai Baba:
Significance of Navaratri
“The Navaratri celebration is an occasion for revering #nature and considering how natural resources can be used properly in the best interest of mankind. Resources like water, air, power and minerals should be used properly and not misused or wasted. Economy in the use of every natural resource is vital. Pollution of the air has many evil consequences. The inner significance of observances like singing in the villages and devotional singing is to fill the atmosphere with sacred vibrations and holy thoughts. The inauguration of the Navaratri celebrations means that you should use this occasion for offering worship to nature and resolving to make sacred use of all natural resources.” Sai Baba. SS, 11/92, p. 269
#Mrigasira #Nakshatra is a significant nakshatra in #Vedic #astronomy. The nakshatra is defined by piranha shakti, which implies the force to create satisfaction or happiness. The nakshatra is represented by a #deer’s #head or an #arched #bow; these symbols portray courage and vitality.
#Soma or #Chandra are the deities that rule this nakshatra. The Soma deity here represents pious #nectar that grants immortality and eternal boons to people. The Chandra or #moon deity represents hopes and endless positivity in life. The main zodiac signs linked with this nakshatra are #Taurus and #Gemini. The padas of the Mrigasira Nakshatra are Leo, Libra, Virgo, and Scorpio. The ruling planet of this nakshatra is #mars. Prithvi is the element linked with Mrigasira Nakshatra, and Gana associated with it is Deva.
Boons of Mrigasira Nakshatra
The people with the effect of Mrigasira Nakshatra are very creative and have outstanding thinking calibre.
This nakshatra is very favourable in terms of travel and adventures.
The people with Mrigasira Nakshatra are blessed with excellent spiritual capabilities.
This nakshatra is quite beneficial for people as it imparts them with a confident and outspoken nature.
Banes of Mrigasira Nakshatra
People born under Mrigasira Nakshatra’s effect have issues getting married and face problems setting good compatibility with their partner.
This nakshatra also bestows harmful properties to people, such as arrogant nature and short-tempered attitude.
People born under this nakshatra’s influence fall under the trap of brewing and multiple children.
If you are born with the influence of this nakshatra, then make sure that you are aware of all its characteristics. While performing Mrigasira Nakshatra Homam, we will execute worship of soma or Lord Chandra so that best of the boons reach you. Contact us and get this Homam done for you and attain miraculous benefits.
#Shravana Nakshatra - Shravana is the twenty-second Nakshatra in #Vedic #astrology ranging from 10° to 23°20' Makara.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is #three #footprints or #ear.
Astronomical Name - The astronomical names of this Nakshatra are α, β and γ #Aquilae.
Deity of Nakshatra - #Vishnu, the preserver of the universe is the deity of Shravana Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Shravana Nakshatra is ruled by #Chandra (the planet #Moon).
Others - Shravana translates as 'the hearing' with the primary symbol being an ear. It is a Deva or godly Nakshatra that has the capacity to hear the astral sounds of Krishna's flute, the celestial bells or the #cosmic #Om. The natives of this Nakshatra usually have brilliant minds and the capacity to study other cultures and spiritual dimensions.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/shravana-nakshatra.html
#Hasta #Nakshatra - Hasta is the thirteenth Nakshatra in #Vedic #astrology ranging from 10° to 23°20' Kanya.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is a hand or fist.
Astronomical Name - This Nakshatra is corresponding to α, β, γ, δ and ε #Corvi.
Deity of Nakshatra - #Savitar or Surya, the #Sun #God who imparts creative and transforming energy is the deity of Hasta Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Hasta Nakshatra is ruled by #Chandra (the planet #Moon).
Others - Hasta consists of #five #stars (finger) corresponding to the #constellation of #Corvus, the crow. The power of the deity Savitar is the ability to manifest what we are seeking and to place it in our hands. Savitar is the Vivifier who gives life and aid in childbirth.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/hasta-nakshatra.html
#Rohini #Nakshatra - Rohini is the fourth Nakshatra in Vedic astrology ranging from 10° to 23°20' Vrishabha.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is a #cart or #chariot.
Astronomical Name - The astronomical name of this Nakshatra is #Aldebaran.
Deity of Nakshatra - #Brahma Deva or #Prajapati, the creator of universe is the deity of Rohini Nakshatra.
Ruling Planet - Rohini Nakshatra is ruled by #Chandra (the planet #Moon).
Others - Rohini is the wife of Chandra who is said to have been fond of fine dresses, cosmetics and decor and was the most beloved of Chandra or Moon. The word Rohini is derived from "Rohan" which means 'to rise' or 'to bring into existence'. The other name of Rohini is #Suravi - the #celestial #cow.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/rohini-nakshatra.html
#Krittika #Nakshatra - Krittika is the third Nakshatra in Vedic astrology ranging from 26°-40' Mesha to 10° Vrishabha.
Symbol - The symbol of this Nakshatra is #knife or #spear.
Astronomical Name - The astronomical name of this Nakshatra is #Pleiades.
Deity of Nakshatra - The deity of Krittika Nakshatra is #Agni, the God of fire.
Ruling Planet - The Sun
This Nakshatra is ruled by #Kartikeya who is also known as Lord #Murugan or #Skanda.
Others - Krittika were the six sisters who raised Lord Murugan and thus it came to be known as Kartikeya. Krittika is a very powerful Nakshatra as it shows the rising of Sun. Krittika is also known as the "Star of Fire" and is related to a fighter, lustre, glow of power, physical and creative force. Krittika Nakshatra is the #birth star of #Chandra.
https://www.drikpanchang.com/tutorials/nakshatra/krittika-nakshatra.html