How Nakshatras Work
The zodiac of 360 degrees is divided into 27 nakshatras. Each nakshatra is ruled by a planet (the Moon cycles through one nakshatra per day). Every nakshatra has a symbol, a deity and specific qualities that shape the native.
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Nakshatra Guide
Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions in Vedic astrology, each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of the zodiac. Your birth nakshatra is determined by the Moon position and reveals deep layers of your personality.
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Nakshatra Guide
Nakshatras are the 27 lunar mansions in Vedic astrology, each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of the zodiac. Your birth nakshatra is determined by the Moon position and reveals deep layers of your personality.
Famous Nakshatras
Ashwini (swift healing), Rohini (creativity and charm), Magha (leadership and ancestry), Hasta (skill and hands), Swati (independence), Anuradha (friendship), Moola (roots and search for truth), Shravana (learning and listening) - each carries a unique energy.
Nakshatra and Compatibility
In kundli matching (kundali milan), nakshatras are used to score compatibility through the Ashtakoot system (36 points). The Moon nakshatras of bride and groom are compared on porutham (matching) parameters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my nakshatra?
Your birth nakshatra is the one occupied by the Moon at your birth time. Enter your birth details in our free kundli calculator to see it instantly.
Do nakshatras change daily?
Yes. The Moon moves through one nakshatra roughly every day, which is why each day has a different nakshatra for panchang purposes.