#PurvaPhalguni (பூரம்): Creative Abundance
Placement: 13° 20’ to 26° 40’ of Leo

Element: #Water (Neer)

Pushkara Navamsha/Bhaga: 3rd pada/19°

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"It symbolizes comfort, relaxation, delight, and pleasure on every level."

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Symbol: This #nakshatra symbolizes the "front legs of the bed", which represents the initial stage of relaxation, such as sitting, watching TV, talking, or engaging in pleasurable activities like a short nap or sex. It is all about finding comfort.

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Deity: #Bhaga is the deity, and is one of the 12 Adityas, who is a solar deity that embodies indulgence and material pleasures. He delights in beauty, art, humor, luxury, and performing arts. Bhaga illuminates the sky from August to September as one of the Sun Gods.

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Ruler: The influence of #Venus ( #Shukra) on this nakshatra enhances the points mentioned earlier. Venus is associated with Goddess Lakshmi, who is known for bestowing material wealth. Thus, Venus represents liquid cashflow.

Animal: The #female #rat symbolizes abundance and is known for giving birth to many offspring at once and living in large family groups. Like the Magha constellation, female rats are also very sexually active.

Guna: This nakshatra is characterized by tamasic qualities and a focus on material wealth, accumulation, and indulgence.

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#Power: This signifies the "Prajanana #Shakti," which is the power of procreation that arises from the union of polar opposites.

General attributes: Individuals with a strong influence of the Purva Phalguni nakshatra tend to prioritize pleasure over work. They excel in creative arts, communication, management, and design. They have a strong sex drive and a devotion to their interests. These individuals radiate solar energy and attract attention wherever they go. They enjoy a luxurious lifestyle and have a keen eye for beauty and art. While they may indulge in excess, they must avoid greed. Purva Phalguni natives attract luxury and may have a workplace that resembles a high-end hotel or tourist destination. They require relaxation to perform well and may also possess spiritual and logical intelligence. This nakshatra offers mental and spiritual fulfillment and can produce great thinkers, scientists, philosophers, theorists, and spiritualists. Please note that these are general qualities and individual variation is possible.

“On the downside, Purva Phalguni makes the native lazy, careless and pursuant of meaningless happiness (addiction). They may tend to think and speak a lot about doing something than actually doing it.”

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Leo and its nakshatras: Leo is considered a regal zodiac sign and its ruling planet, the Sun, is associated with royalty. All nakshatras in Leo are characterized by kingly traits, but Purva Phalguni is particularly strong due to its central position in the sign. This nakshatra is linked to Lord Shiva (in Lingam form) and Ganesha, therefore, worshipping these deities is believed to bring good luck and stability to those born under this nakshatra. In ancient India, Purva Phalguni was associated with powerful kings who were wealthy and also known for promoting arts, science, culture, and traditions in their society.

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The #13 #Mukhi #Rudraksha is distinguished by its thirteen natural facets, or "mukhis," each representing a unique aspect of divine energy. These facets enhance the bead's spiritual potency, making it a powerful tool for achieving desires, gaining divine blessings, and experiencing profound spiritual growth.

Beej Mantra : #Om #Hreem Namah
Recommended Chalisa/Stotram : #Lakshmi Chalisa
Nepa's Energization Procedure : Prana Pratistha Pooja with Venus Beej #Mantra

The 13 Mukhi Rudraksha is linked with #Bharani #Nakshatra and #Venus ( #Shukra). It enhances creativity, passion, and prosperity, making it ideal for those influenced by Bharani or Venus.
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The 20th #Nakshatra: #POORVA ASHADHA.

The four quarters are ruled by:
Sūrya (Sun) - the 1st quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 2nd quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 3rd quarter,
and Mangala (Mars) - the 4th quarter.

Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushartha (life's vector or motivation) is #Moksha.
Totem animal is #Monkey (male).
Symbol - #elephant's #tusk.
Devata (Deity) - #Apas
Dosha - #Pitta.

This Nakshatra spans from 13°20' to 26°40' in the sign Dhanu, the sign ruled by the lord of wisdom, #Guru ( #Jupiter) while the Nakshatra is ruled by #Shukra ( #Venus). People born in #PurvaAshadha have a good physique with a tall body. They are intelligent, convincing, tend to get into arguments with others and prove their intelligence through the arguments. But a poorly placed mercury in a duel sign results in these people being in double minds while taking any important decision. While they are good at advising others, they lack the necessary logical reasoning to take a well thought out decision. But there is a tendency to make decisions on impulse and these generally result in making a fool of these people.

A strong Mangala (Mars) in the natal chart results in making an argumentative, obstinate and quarrelsome personality. They have very close friends. If only these people can overcome their argumentative nature and learn how to make decisions properly, they can rise to almost any levels. They are sincere in their efforts and enough persistence on their part can make miracles.

Compared to the males, the females born in this Nakshatra are sincere and take every step after considering the pros and the cons. They have a determination to lead the group, wherever they are. Their natural intelligence, coupled with these qualities, can make some of the best managers.

They are religious and god-fearing people. A good combination of Shukra (Venus) with Buddha (Mercury) can result in making a good poet. They enjoy varied interests, ranging from ancient art to music to mystics and occult sciences. But these interests are never properly planned till the end of young age. It is only in the middle age that Poorva Ashadha born seriously start thinking about pursuing any of these interests.

Poorvaashadha born enjoy good married life. Shani (Saturn) aspecting the seventh house may delay the marriage in some cases. Poorva Ashadha born are prone to suffer from problems of the lungs.

Male Natives

1. Physical features: He will have lean and tall body. His teeth will be very beautiful, ears long, eyes bright, waist narrow and arms long. In other words, he has good attractive physical features.

2. Character and general events: He has exemplary intelligence. There is a tendency of jumping to a conclusion on the matters he deals with. Nobody can defeat him in argument. He has extra-ordinary convincing power. He will not under any circumstance subdues to others, whether he is right or wrong. On the one side you can have a lot of advices from him but you cannot render any advice to him.

While he expresses that he is very courageous he cannot reach that state unless he is forced either by circumstances or by persons to show the requisite courage. In decision making he is very poor. He finds it difficult to take decision even on small matters. Once he is aroused by instigation or argument he takes decision without thinking the merits and demerits of such action and he sticks to that decision till the end. Even if he is completely wrong in his steps, nobody can change his decision. Such is the obstinate character of the native.

He likes to do a lot of things for others for nothing in return but he will be subjected to a lot of criticism. He derives maximum benefits from the unknown persons. He cannot keep any permanent relationship with anybody. If he can work with a particular aim with full sincerity he can reach to the top of life. He hates external show. He is God fearing, honest, humble and far from hypocrisy. He can never think of doing anything, which will disturb the progress of others.

He will be highly religious and always interested in feeling revered class and will devote much of his time in pooja or others religious acts. He is good collector of antiques. He may also take interest in writing poems.

1. Education, sources of earning / profession: Even though he can shine in almost all the fields, he is particularly fit for doctor's profession or fine arts. He is advises not to venture for any business unless he has dependable employees or managers. He will be attracted to the studies of occult philosophy and sciences and he can shine well. Period up to 32 years of age will be period of trial and error. Thereafter he slowly starts climbing ladder of success. Period between 32 years and 50 years of age will be very good.

2. Family life: He cannot enjoy any benefits from his parents. However, he will be lucky to have benefits from his co-borns, particularly from his brothers. He will be spending most of his life in foreign land.

His married life will be more or less happy. His marriage may be delayed. In some cases it has been noticed that the marriage takes place in a most competitive way. He is more inclined towards his wife and in-laws. Even then there will be frequent disharmony between the couples. At last he finds peace in the company of his wife. He will be lucky to have the most talented and respectful children, who will bring name and fame to his family. There may be at the most two children.

1. Health: While his outward appearance is extremely good, his internal constitution may not be good i.e., his health may not be good. It is quite often noticed that this native is prone to a particular incurable disease. Still he will not care for his health. He is prone to severe whooping cough, breathing trouble, bronchitis, tuberculosis, heart attack and malaria or isnofelia is also found in such native. Even in the state of critical illness he will not hesitate to jump into the work, which he feels, should be completed. He may face problems with his thighs. He must take care about his lungs, as he is liable to suffer from rheumatic pains.

Female Natives

1. Physical features: She is extremely beautiful. Her almond eyes play the role of a magnet. Long nose and graceful look, fair complexion, brown-colored hair.

2. Character and general events: She is intelligent. She has energy, enthusiasm, vigor and vitality. Hence she is greedy and aspiring for everything. However she is not obstinate. She can attain more success when adverse conditions prevail. She will weigh the merits and demerits of each case and come to a final decision after deep consideration. She will speak out what she feels is right whether others will digest it or not. She will be fond of dogs and other pet animals. She makes promises but will not be fulfilled. Tendency of hatred towards her parents and brothers has been noticed. She will be leader among her relations. A determined, truthful character.

3. Education, sources of earnings / profession: Generally females born in this Nakshatra are educated. She may be a teacher, bank employee or attached to religious institutions. If mercury is also placed with Moon, she may earn as a publisher or writer.

4. Family life: She is very good in household activities. When the age goes by, she develops more and more attachment to her husband, with the result her life becomes more and more happier. Benefit from the children will be to a limited extent only.

5. Health: Her health will generally be good. In addition to the diseases mentioned in the case of male natives above, she will have acute disorder of the womb and uterus. Problems connected with thighs.

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The 15th #Nakshatra: #SWATI.

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 #Artha.
Totem animal is #Buffalo (male).
Symbol - #coral.
Devata (Deity) - #Vayu.
Dosha - #Kapha.

This is 15th Nakshatra of the zodiac, having all its four quarters in Tula (Libra), spanning from 6°40' to 20°00'. The node #Rahu rules this Nakshatra. The entire span of this Nakshatra falls in the sign Tula (Libra), the sign ruled by the lord of beauty, #Shukra ( #Venus). These people have beautiful physical appearance, a well-balanced body. Females born in this sign and Nakshatra walk as if they are thinking deep before taking every step and trying to balance their body before taking any further action.

A well-balanced behavior is the essence of their life. These people try to maintain a balance in every walk of their life. They believe in the principle of live and let live. Also they are helpful to others in case of their need. They do not like to do any injustice to others neither do they like any injustice being done to them. But these people are adamant, and they do not like the criticism of their work. A large number of those born in Swati earn their living trough the jobs or businesses involved in traveling.

These people are intelligent and hardworking, but they have to face difficulties in the early part of their life. This is same even for the people who are born in the wealthiest families. But they early struggle serves well for these people, as they start seeing the path clearly ahead of them. The experiences learned in the early part of life serve well.

A strong Shukra (Venus) or Rahu in case of those born in this Nakshatra makes the native good in art work related with the trade of cloth, jewellery, valuable stones, etc. A conjunction of moon with Shukra (Venus) will make the native extremely beautiful and lucky. These people will gain in every assignment they undertake. But in case of a beneficial aspect of Chandra (Moon) with Mangala (Mars), the native may serve in the defense forces or may earn through any of the outdoor games.

When the lord of this Nakshatra, Rahu, is placed in the first house, the native will be short in height, slightly obese. When Rahu is placed in the seventh house, there will be some kind of difference in the wife and husband. For example, one of the partners may be well educated compared with the other or there will be some disparity in physical appearance.

Male Natives

1. Physical features : One of the peculiar features of Swati born is that his under part of the feet will appear to be curved and the ankle risen. His feature is very attractive to the women folk. His body will be fleshy type.

2. Character and general events: He is a peace loving person, but adamant and independent. He does not like neither to swallow others property nor ready to part with his own property. He does not like criticism of his work. Once he loses temper, it will be very difficult to calm down. Hence for a better tomorrow it would be better if he uses his proper balance of mind.

He is willing to extend any helping hand to others provided his own freedom is not questioned. He keeps limit of respect to be given to others irrespective of the position or level of persons that is to say he is not hypocritical in giving respect. He is the best friend in need and worst enemy of the hated. He does not hesitate to take revenge on the persons who is against him. His childhood days will be full of problems. He initially tries to give protection and helping hand to the most dear and near ones but he changes his mind later on due to the unwanted criticism received from such persons.

1. Education, sources of earning/profession: His intelligence and capacity to do the work are excellent. He has to suffer, financially and mentally, even if born in a wealth family, till his 25th years of age. However, he cannot expect much progress and advancement in profession or business up to the age of 30 years. Thereafter he can have a golden period up to his 60 years of age.

The native will earn through the profession as goldsmith, travelers or drug seller, an actor or dramatist or a textile worker; may join defense (navy); one may be an astrologer or a translator; the native may be a mechanical engineer.

1. Family life: His married life will not be so much congenial. For the outsiders it would seem that they are the most adjustable couple but in reality they are not.

2. Health: Normally the native has a very good health. However, as every human being has to have certain diseases, he is also prone to diseases connected with the abdomen, heart, piles and arthritis.

Female Natives

Females will enjoy a little different result than those mentioned above.

1. Physical features: She can be distinctively identified from the way of her walk because she is very slow in walking.

2. Character and general events: She is sympathetic and loving, virtuous and enjoys a very high social position. Fond of religious rites. She is truthful. Have many friends. She will win over enemies. While most of the women folk prefer to wander, this native is not inclined to do so.

3. Education, sources of earning/profession: In case she takes up some employment she will attain much fame even beyond anticipation. As the fate would have it, while she does not like to travel, she is forced due to circumstances to accept a job where more traveling is involved.

4. Family life: She will have to act against her consciousness in regard to moral due to some peculiar circumstances and atmosphere prevalent in the family. However, she will enjoy complete satisfaction from her children.

5. Health: Outwardly her health will not look to be very good. But internal constitution is weak. She may suffer from bronchitis, asthma, breast pain, broken feet ankles and uterus trouble.

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The 11the #Nakshatra: #POORVAPHALGUNI.

The four quarters are ruled by:
Sūrya (Sun) - the 1st quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 2nd quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 3rd quarter,
and Mangala (Mars) - the 4th quarter.

Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushardha (life's vector or motivation) is #Kama.
Totem animal is #Rat (female).
Symbols: a couch, platform, #fireplace, front-legs of marriage bed.
Devata (Deity) - #Bhaga.
Dosha - #Pitta.

This is 11th Nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by the planet of arts and beauty, #Shukra ( #Venus). This Nakshatra spans from 13°20' to 26°40' in Simha (Leo). Simha is the house of the royal planet Sūrya (Sun), hence while these people have a graceful appearance; they like to behave like a king. People born in this Nakshatra have a long face and are generally handsome.

Poorva Phalguni born are straight forward people. They do not like underhand dealings and given a chance, would like to prevent others form indulging in those activities. Most of these natives are religious by nature. If the lord of the Nakshatra, Shukra (Venus), is debilitated, the native will have a tendency to spend on articles of luxury. If the lord of sign, Sūrya (Sun), is debilitated, the native spends for maintaining pomp and show.

These people do not like to be challenged. A challenge by their juniors will only raise the temper. Though they like authority, their independent nature often makes them difficult to enjoy the confidence of their superiors and hence, an independent profession is often the best option for them.

They like to respect the elderly and knowledgeable people around them. A Poorva Phalguni born, male or female will always respect his/her parents and behave like the most obedient child. But their children are ambitious and may not like the decisions taken by their parents, i.e. the Poorva Phalguni born. This results in much family friction. But a Poorva Phalguni born gets excellent support form his/her spouse. These people eat a lot and tend to suffer from headache, sinus or high blood pressure.

Male natives

1. Physical features: He has attractive personality. A stout body with mixed color. Frequent sweating. A snubbed nose.

2. Character and general events: He likes full freedom. It is seen that the native becomes famous in one or the other field. However, his mind will be full of disturbances on one or the other matter. He has inherent intuitive powers to know the problems of others. Hence, even before the help is requested for, the native extends his helping hand to the needy. He has sweet speech. He is fond of travelling.

3. Education, sources of earning/profession: He cannot be a slave to anybody. Because of this quality often noticed that he will not take up a job which involves subordination in its true meaning. There is a drawback in the native, that he cannot be a 'yes master' even to his boss in the case of employed persons. Hence he is not in a position to derive much benefit from his superiors.

He wants to be sincere in all the work he undertakes. Neither he can be a party to any illegal activities not has he the power of tolerance to see such activities. This condition of his mind drags him into several complications in life and he is ready to face such problems. He does not like to get any benefit at the cost of others pocket. There will be several hidden enemies to him. Hence, such enemies stand as a main obstacle in the progress. However, the native is able to crash such enemies and attain much success in all the work he undertakes. He is a power monger. He gives preference to the position and authority rather than money. He observes right path to the progress and may devote his valuable time for such a cause. Even though the native is able and intelligent he cannot reach the place where he thinks to be. It does not mean that the native will not rise in the life.

In the employment field, he will frequently change his job, particularly at the age of 22,27, 30, 32, 37 and 44 years. He will attain the requisite position only after his 45th years of age. While he does not want others money, he will be frequently in trouble in the financial matters from others. In other words, borrowers will not return the money to him.

In spite of all the adverse positions mentioned above he, after his 45th years of age, will reach a good position where power and authority vests in him. In the business field he can shine well.

1. Family life: His married life will be happy. He will have good wife and children and also derive much happiness from them. In some cases it has been noticed that the native does not marry the girl of his choice. He will lead a life away from his native place and other family members.

2. Health: His health will generally be good. However, he is prone to dental disease, abdomen problem and diabetics. Even so, no permanent nature of disease is noticed in the native.

Female natives

1. Physical features: Medium height with round face and a long nose. Double chin. Overall an attractive personality.

2. Character and general events: She is polite, agreeable temper, virtuous and has the knowledge of arts. She does charitable deeds. She will be happy. She does righteous deeds. In spite of all the good characteristics mentioned above, she has one peculiar quality of self-imposed showy image and believes that there is none above her. This tendency must be curbed for success in life.

3. Education, sources of earning/profession: Her learning is towards scientific subjects. Attains a good degree of education. She maybe a lecturer. She will have reasonable wealth.

4. Family life: She has a loving husband and good children. She is also a duty bound wife. She is ready to sacrifice everything for the sake of family and she always remembers the persons who have rendered some helping hand at the time of need. However, she can be called an obstinate daredevil. According to her, she is the most intelligent member in her family and others are fools. This attitude takes her to the path of frequent friction between the family members. She cannot have a cordial relation with her neighbors. It is mainly due to her arrogance in regard to money and position of her husband.

5. Health: Suffers from frequent menstrual trouble, asthma, jaundice or breathing trouble.

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1. #Purvashada or #PurvaAshada #Nakshatra Front view of elephant with short tusks One of the symbols of Purva Ashada is an

#elephant #tusk.

Ruling Planet: #Venus ( #Shukra)

Associated Deity: #Apah, a #water #god

Associated Stars: #Kaus-Media and #Kaus-Australis

Corresponding Position in the Western Zodiac: 7°06′-20°26′ Capricorn

Quality or Modality: #Fierce ( #Ugra)

Associated Element: #Air

Personality Traits: Confident, adventurous, academic, optimistic, lucky, can be unrealistic or over-promise

https://a-z-animals.com/blog/the-nakshatras-and-their-meaning-in-vedic-astrology/

#Bharani #Nakshatra Characteristics.
Bharani Means “The bearer of New Life “. This is the 2nd Nakshatra of the Zodiac. This is extended from 13.20 degree to 26.40 degree of Aries Sign. #Venus is the Lord of this #Star and Aries is ruled by #Mars. So a combined energy of Mars and Venus is experienced by planets which inhabit in it.

Range / Zodiac position – 13Deg20 -26Deg40 / Mesha Rashi

Colour – Blood Red

Symbol – Vulva,/Male elephant

Dasha Ruling Planet – #Shukra

Gana – Manushya

Primary Motivation – Artha

Animal – #Male #elephant

Direction – west

Qualities – Rajas/ Rajas/Tamas

Diety – #Yama,The god of death and Shakthi

Activity – balanced

Caste – Mleccha

Gender – Female

Nadi – Pitta

Nature – Ugra / fierce

Quality – Rajasic

Tatwa – Bhu (Earth)

Body part – Head and bottom of the feet

Gotra- Vashista

Bird – sparrow

Yama is the deity of this constellation. Yama guides the soul to the astral plane, where it can experience the result of its karma from the present life and prepare for the life to come. So Bharani Nakshatra takes away that which has reached its term of life to a new condition. It shows the movement of the soul away from the body. Bharani Nakshatra has the characteristics of cleaning the soul from impurities.

Bharani-Nakshatra

The Symbol for this Nakshatra is Yoni or female reproduction System and the animal symbol is male elephant which also represents the burden carrying capacity of the native born in this star. The energy of Goddess Shakti or Parvati resides here.

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Bharani Nakshatra characteristics.
It shows personal transformation through struggles and obstacles. Social activist , philosopher, reformers are born in this star. Karl Marx had Moon placed in this Star. It gives a creative potential to the Native. If Sun is placed in this constellation, it confers the Leadership quality, Authority, Power etc. The person will like explore and will have an active mind. But the Motivation of his work will be Artha or Wealth.So a well placed sun here can bring fame, success and richness.

But on the darker side of the nature of Bharani born native is that they have a tendency of jealousy towards others. It gives a sense of being entangled in the world of desires and illusions. Strong sexual desires may be experienced here (Kuja Shukra connection). They have major issues with anger and pride. Bharani Nakshatra characteristics is a restless irritable and impatient person who is ready to jump into anything and everything without caution or consideration. They often undergo huge changes and transformations in life. This comes about due to their desire for extremes. Remember this is one of the most sexual Nakshatra in the entire Zodiac. When it comes to sex, he has no limits and will go to any extreme to fulfill his desires. Rahu here can be devastating if associated with Lagna or Chandra.Famous Pop singer Madona had her mars in Bharani star.

It is easy for a Bharani Native to move from one action to the next without caring about the long term implications. It is a highly explosive energy which cannot usually be controlled by any social structure. The fact that the Nakshatra constitution is Pitta, the fact that it is an Agni Rashi, and the fact that Shukra is the ruler, makes the individual very active on the material plane. They are very very self-centered and selfish. Note that it is an extremely Rajasic planet. They have spontaneous behaviors and want to get things done quickly. They are stubborn, childlike, resist control, unmanageable, and calculating but so skilled in the art of flattery that will not share their pains with the others. Suddam Hussain had his sun in Bharani.

Note, Bharani is considered as a Barren star and is not good for anything Auspicious.

If we summarize, Bharani Nakshatra Characteristics is like Inner struggles can become a spiritual transformation leading to enlightenment for the native.

Best career options-Career options well suited for Bharani constellation is in the military, in medicine, agriculture and in the chemical industry.
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13°20" to 26°40" Sagittarius (Dhanu)
#Nakshatra #Shukra #PurvaAshadha #Apas
The 20th Nakshatra: #POORVAASHADHA.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Sūrya (Sun) - the 1st quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 2nd quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 3rd quarter,
and Mangala (Mars) - the 4th quarter.

Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushartha (life's vector or motivation) is Moksha.
Totem animal is #Monkey (male).
Symbol - elephant's tusk.
Devata (Deity) - Apas
Dosha - Pitta.

This Nakshatra spans from 13°20' to 26°40' in the sign Dhanu, the sign ruled by the lord of wisdom, Guru (Jupiter) while the Nakshatra is ruled by Shukra (Venus). People born in Poorva Ashadha have a good physique with a tall body. They are intelligent, convincing, tend to get into arguments with others and prove their intelligence through the arguments. But a poorly placed mercury in a duel sign results in these people being in double minds while taking any important decision. While they are good at advising others, they lack the necessary logical reasoning to take a well thought out decision. But there is a tendency to make decisions on impulse and these generally result in making a fool of these people.

A strong Mangala (Mars) in the natal chart results in making an argumentative, obstinate and quarrelsome personality. They have very close friends. If only these people can overcome their argumentative nature and learn how to make decisions properly, they can rise to almost any levels. They are sincere in their efforts and enough persistence on their part can make miracles.

Compared to the males, the females born in this Nakshatra are sincere and take every step after considering the pros and the cons. They have a determination to lead the group, wherever they are. Their natural intelligence, coupled with these qualities, can make some of the best managers.

They are religious and god-fearing people. A good combination of Shukra (Venus) with Buddha (Mercury) can result in making a good poet. They enjoy varied interests, ranging from ancient art to music to mystics and occult sciences. But these interests are never properly planned till the end of young age. It is only in the middle age that Poorva Ashadha born seriously start thinking about pursuing any of these interests.

Poorvaashadha born enjoy good married life. Shani (Saturn) aspecting the seventh house may delay the marriage in some cases. Poorva Ashadha born are prone to suffer from problems of the lungs.

Male Natives

1. Physical features: He will have lean and tall body. His teeth will be very beautiful, ears long, eyes bright, waist narrow and arms long. In other words, he has good attractive physical features.

2. Character and general events: He has exemplary intelligence. There is a tendency of jumping to a conclusion on the matters he deals with. Nobody can defeat him in argument. He has extra-ordinary convincing power. He will not under any circumstance subdues to others, whether he is right or wrong. On the one side you can have a lot of advices from him but you cannot render any advice to him.

While he expresses that he is very courageous he cannot reach that state unless he is forced either by circumstances or by persons to show the requisite courage. In decision making he is very poor. He finds it difficult to take decision even on small matters. Once he is aroused by instigation or argument he takes decision without thinking the merits and demerits of such action and he sticks to that decision till the end. Even if he is completely wrong in his steps, nobody can change his decision. Such is the obstinate character of the native.

He likes to do a lot of things for others for nothing in return but he will be subjected to a lot of criticism. He derives maximum benefits from the unknown persons. He cannot keep any permanent relationship with anybody. If he can work with a particular aim with full sincerity he can reach to the top of life. He hates external show. He is God fearing, honest, humble and far from hypocrisy. He can never think of doing anything, which will disturb the progress of others.

He will be highly religious and always interested in feeling revered class and will devote much of his time in pooja or others religious acts. He is good collector of antiques. He may also take interest in writing poems.

1. Education, sources of earning / profession: Even though he can shine in almost all the fields, he is particularly fit for doctor's profession or fine arts. He is advises not to venture for any business unless he has dependable employees or managers. He will be attracted to the studies of occult philosophy and sciences and he can shine well. Period up to 32 years of age will be period of trial and error. Thereafter he slowly starts climbing ladder of success. Period between 32 years and 50 years of age will be very good.

2. Family life: He cannot enjoy any benefits from his parents. However, he will be lucky to have benefits from his co-borns, particularly from his brothers. He will be spending most of his life in foreign land.

His married life will be more or less happy. His marriage may be delayed. In some cases it has been noticed that the marriage takes place in a most competitive way. He is more inclined towards his wife and in-laws. Even then there will be frequent disharmony between the couples. At last he finds peace in the company of his wife. He will be lucky to have the most talented and respectful children, who will bring name and fame to his family. There may be at the most two children.

1. Health: While his outward appearance is extremely good, his internal constitution may not be good i.e., his health may not be good. It is quite often noticed that this native is prone to a particular incurable disease. Still he will not care for his health. He is prone to severe whooping cough, breathing trouble, bronchitis, tuberculosis, heart attack and malaria or isnofelia is also found in such native. Even in the state of critical illness he will not hesitate to jump into the work, which he feels, should be completed. He may face problems with his thighs. He must take care about his lungs, as he is liable to suffer from rheumatic pains.

Female Natives

1. Physical features: She is extremely beautiful. Her almond eyes play the role of a magnet. Long nose and graceful look, fair complexion, brown-colored hair.

2. Character and general events: She is intelligent. She has energy, enthusiasm, vigor and vitality. Hence she is greedy and aspiring for everything. However she is not obstinate. She can attain more success when adverse conditions prevail. She will weigh the merits and demerits of each case and come to a final decision after deep consideration. She will speak out what she feels is right whether others will digest it or not. She will be fond of dogs and other pet animals. She makes promises but will not be fulfilled. Tendency of hatred towards her parents and brothers has been noticed. She will be leader among her relations. A determined, truthful character.

3. Education, sources of earnings / profession: Generally females born in this Nakshatra are educated. She may be a teacher, bank employee or attached to religious institutions. If mercury is also placed with Moon, she may earn as a publisher or writer.

4. Family life: She is very good in household activities. When the age goes by, she develops more and more attachment to her husband, with the result her life becomes more and more happier. Benefit from the children will be to a limited extent only.

5. Health: Her health will generally be good. In addition to the diseases mentioned in the case of male natives above, she will have acute disorder of the womb and uterus. Problems connected with thighs.

13°20 to 26°40" Leo (Simha)
#Nakshatra #Shukra #PurvaPhalguni #Bhaga
The 11the Nakshatra: #POORVAPHALGUNI.
The four quarters are ruled by:
Sūrya (Sun) - the 1st quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 2nd quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 3rd quarter,
and Mangala (Mars) - the 4th quarter.

Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushardha (life's vector or motivation) is Kama.
Totem animal is #Rat (female).
Symbols: a couch, platform, fireplace, front-legs of marriage bed.
Devata (Deity) - Bhaga.
Dosha - Pitta.

This is 11th Nakshatra of the zodiac, ruled by the planet of arts and beauty, Shukra (Venus). This Nakshatra spans from 13°20' to 26°40' in Simha (Leo). Simha is the house of the royal planet Sūrya (Sun), hence while these people have a graceful appearance; they like to behave like a king. People born in this Nakshatra have a long face and are generally handsome.

Poorva Phalguni born are straight forward people. They do not like underhand dealings and given a chance, would like to prevent others form indulging in those activities. Most of these natives are religious by nature. If the lord of the Nakshatra, Shukra (Venus), is debilitated, the native will have a tendency to spend on articles of luxury. If the lord of sign, Sūrya (Sun), is debilitated, the native spends for maintaining pomp and show.

These people do not like to be challenged. A challenge by their juniors will only raise the temper. Though they like authority, their independent nature often makes them difficult to enjoy the confidence of their superiors and hence, an independent profession is often the best option for them.

They like to respect the elderly and knowledgeable people around them. A Poorva Phalguni born, male or female will always respect his/her parents and behave like the most obedient child. But their children are ambitious and may not like the decisions taken by their parents, i.e. the Poorva Phalguni born. This results in much family friction. But a Poorva Phalguni born gets excellent support form his/her spouse. These people eat a lot and tend to suffer from headache, sinus or high blood pressure.

Male natives

1. Physical features: He has attractive personality. A stout body with mixed color. Frequent sweating. A snubbed nose.

2. Character and general events: He likes full freedom. It is seen that the native becomes famous in one or the other field. However, his mind will be full of disturbances on one or the other matter. He has inherent intuitive powers to know the problems of others. Hence, even before the help is requested for, the native extends his helping hand to the needy. He has sweet speech. He is fond of travelling.

3. Education, sources of earning/profession: He cannot be a slave to anybody. Because of this quality often noticed that he will not take up a job which involves subordination in its true meaning. There is a drawback in the native, that he cannot be a 'yes master' even to his boss in the case of employed persons. Hence he is not in a position to derive much benefit from his superiors.

He wants to be sincere in all the work he undertakes. Neither he can be a party to any illegal activities not has he the power of tolerance to see such activities. This condition of his mind drags him into several complications in life and he is ready to face such problems. He does not like to get any benefit at the cost of others pocket. There will be several hidden enemies to him. Hence, such enemies stand as a main obstacle in the progress. However, the native is able to crash such enemies and attain much success in all the work he undertakes. He is a power monger. He gives preference to the position and authority rather than money. He observes right path to the progress and may devote his valuable time for such a cause. Even though the native is able and intelligent he cannot reach the place where he thinks to be. It does not mean that the native will not rise in the life.

In the employment field, he will frequently change his job, particularly at the age of 22,27, 30, 32, 37 and 44 years. He will attain the requisite position only after his 45th years of age. While he does not want others money, he will be frequently in trouble in the financial matters from others. In other words, borrowers will not return the money to him.

In spite of all the adverse positions mentioned above he, after his 45th years of age, will reach a good position where power and authority vests in him. In the business field he can shine well.

1. Family life: His married life will be happy. He will have good wife and children and also derive much happiness from them. In some cases it has been noticed that the native does not marry the girl of his choice. He will lead a life away from his native place and other family members.

2. Health: His health will generally be good. However, he is prone to dental disease, abdomen problem and diabetics. Even so, no permanent nature of disease is noticed in the native.

Female natives

1. Physical features: Medium height with round face and a long nose. Double chin. Overall an attractive personality.

2. Character and general events: She is polite, agreeable temper, virtuous and has the knowledge of arts. She does charitable deeds. She will be happy. She does righteous deeds. In spite of all the good characteristics mentioned above, she has one peculiar quality of self-imposed showy image and believes that there is none above her. This tendency must be curbed for success in life.

3. Education, sources of earning/profession: Her learning is towards scientific subjects. Attains a good degree of education. She maybe a lecturer. She will have reasonable wealth.

4. Family life: She has a loving husband and good children. She is also a duty bound wife. She is ready to sacrifice everything for the sake of family and she always remembers the persons who have rendered some helping hand at the time of need. However, she can be called an obstinate daredevil. According to her, she is the most intelligent member in her family and others are fools. This attitude takes her to the path of frequent friction between the family members. She cannot have a cordial relation with her neighbors. It is mainly due to her arrogance in regard to money and position of her husband.

5. Health: Suffers from frequent menstrual trouble, asthma, jaundice or breathing trouble.

13°20" to 26°40" Aries (Mesha)
#Nakshatra #Shukra #Bharani #Yama
The 2nd Nakshatra: BHARANI.

The four quarters are ruled by:
Sūrya (Sun) - the 1st quarter,
Buddha (Mercury) - the 2nd quarter,
Shukra (Venus) - the 3rd quarter,
and Mangala (Mars) - the 4th quarter.

Other aspects of this Nakshatra:
The Purushardha (life's vector or motivation) is Artha.
Totem animal is #Elephant (female).
Symbol - #Yoni (female sexual organ).
Devata (Deity) - Yama.
Dosha - Pitta.

This is the second Nakshatra of zodiac, ranging from 13°20' to 26°40'. The planet of art and beauty, Shukra (Venus), rules this Nakshatra. People born in this Nakshatra are generally harmless creatures. This is in stark contrast to Ashwini and Krittika natives, who are aggressive to the core. Bharani born are honest. They are frank in their opinions and do not want to modify their opinions to please others. They like to work by principles, because of which they have to face some difficulties in life.

Bharani born have a medium build and scanty hair, with a large forehead. Just like an ox, these people have a head that is broad at the temples and narrow at the chin.

Since changing the mindset is something really against their nature, they do not pay much attention to views and opinions contrary to their own. But the same steady mind and fixed views enables them to get to the core of any problem.

They like to achieve supremacy of any group and be the leader. They have to face many hurdles in their path and often face failure. Because it is in their nature to try to have their own way, they stand to loose the support of their followers and well wishers.

An interesting feature of those born in Bharani is that they are quiet fond of spreading rumors. This is especially true when Buddha (Mercury) is aspected by Shani (Saturn).

Their all round knowledge enables them to work in nearly any field. Arts, entertainment and ways and means of enjoying material pleasure give them their fixed stream of income. Surgery, especially plastic surgery is also a good career option.

These people are normally happy in their marital relations. Their life partners take good care of household duties. These people love their families and do not like to live away from their families. These people are prone to suffer from diabetes and teeth problems.

Females born in this Nakshatra are career minded. But they are seldom found occupying senior positions. In house, they act more like a leader of a group, rather than an ordinary family member. Because of their overconfident nature, these females tend to respect and obey only those people who are really superior to them.

Male Natives

1. Physical features: He is of medium size, with less hair, large forehead, bright eyes, beautiful teeth. His complexion will be ruddy and fairly long neck and face. It has been found that if birth takes place during mid-day, the native is very tall. His head will be broad at the temples and narrow at the chin. Bushy eye brows

2. Character and general events: Bharani born is not generally liked by all, in spite of the fact that he is pure-hearted and does not like to harm anybody. When he wants to express his opinion in any matter he is just not bothered about the sentiments of others. He will not like to get anything for himself by buttering. Come what may, he is not ready to work against his consciousness whether he is according to others, right or wrong. Due to this attitude he has to face a lot of resistance and failures. He won't hesitate to spoil the relationship even with near and dear ones on small matters. But when he is convinced of his fault, when the opponent comes forward with folded hands, he will completely forget their enmity and start reciprocating sincerely

Tactful behavior is alien to him. He is far away from the state of obedience. Arrogance quite often leads him to miseries. Subordination is equal to death for him. When he was to bow to others, he becomes pensive. Advice and encouragement have no room in his mind

He will generally be having a good all-round knowledge. He has the capacity to go deep into any matter. Even though Bharani born will shine well in public life, he tends to face criticism and loss of wealth

He likes to command others and will always be eager to establish supremacy. He cannot march forward without hurdles and will have to face stiff competition, and in the run he quite often faces failures. For others, he may appear to be arrogant, but the truth is that he is pure hearted. His life is full of ups and downs

It is advisable that Bharani born should not involve in unnecessary arguments or competition. He will fight for certain principles which will ultimately lead him into trouble. He is fond of spreading rumors and wasting time by humors. As already mentioned above his life is full of ups and downs, there will not be any good or bad periods for long time. In short, ha has to face a life of mixture of good and bad always. He is quite capable of looking after others but he needs some one to look after him. Ultimately his beneficiary and friends turn against him. He cannot establish permanent relationship with anyone

1. Education, sources of earnings / profession : There is never a permanent good or bad time. After his 33 years of age there will be a positive change in his surroundings, in his life, and in his livelihood. He is fit for any type of work, particularly in administrative job, business, sports, music, art advertisement, automobile or restaurants. He can also be a good surgeon or a judge. He can be successful in the business of tobacco items or cultivation of tobacco. He will attain success in all undertakings provided he establishes or starts any activity by proceeding to the Eastern direction first and also if possible the place of activity or business may also be in the eastern side or eastern direction from his house

2. Family life: Marriage comes around 27 years of age. They are fortunate in conjugal bliss. His companion will be expert in household administration and well behaved. He will cause the death of his father if birth is in the 1st or 2nd quarter of Bharani Nakshatra. His wife must save money for a rainy day, as he make some impulsive purchases, whether there is money left for other purposes or not. He loves his family. He dislikes to be away from his family members even for a day

3. Health: While he does not take care of his health, there won't be any serious health problems. Main possible diseases are dental problem, diabetes and severe body pain, affections of brain, high fever, apoplexy, ring worms and malaria. Normally he is a very poor eater. He believes in the principle of 'eating to live and living to eat'. He is afraid of water and as is the thought, he should be careful while traveling through water, taking bath in rivers, oceans and ponds. Injury in the forehead and just around the eyes. Since he is a chain smoker he has to be careful about his lung

Female Natives

1. Physical features: She will have a very beautiful figure. White teeth but not in proper arrangement

2. Character and general events: She will possess a clean, admirable and modest character. She respects her parents and elderly persons, but she does not relish suggestions from others and acts according to her own sweet will. She is bold and impulsive and over optimistic

3. Education, sources of earning/ profession: She earns her own livelihood. She will be successful as a receptionist, guide or sales woman. She will not wait for opportunities to come but will go out and create opportunity to fulfill her desires. She may earn through sports activities

4. Family Life: Marriage comes around her 23rd years of age. She will have an upper hand in all matters and she will behave like a commander. While she will enjoy full confidence, love and satisfaction from her husband, she is quite often troubled by her in-laws. She always speaks high of her own family. She will obey only such a man whom she can admire. In case she marries a simple man, who is lowly placed in life, she will over power her husband in all walks of life. As Bharani born females are a little aggressive, married partner should have patience and deal with them tactfully for avoiding daily friction in life

5. Health: Her health will be good. She will have frequent menstrual problems, uterus disorders, anemia and in some cases tuberculosis has also been noticed. Bharani is the 2nd Nakshatra.