Nakshatra 5 of 27

Mrigashira nakshatra

Mrigashira has a Deva gana and a Serpent yoni, which influences its compatibility in matching. It is traditionally paired well with certain nakshatras in guna milan.

At a glance

Ruling planetMars, whose mahadasha runs 7 years
DeitySoma
SymbolA deer's head
StarsLambda and Phi Orionis
Sidereal spanTaurus 23°20′ to 30°00′, then Gemini 0°00′ to 6°40′
Zodiac longitude53°20′ to 66°40′

What matching reads from it

GanaDeva
Yoni (animal)Serpent
NadiMadhya
Moon in Tauruslord Venus, Vashya Chatushpada, Varna group Vaishya
Moon in Geminilord Mercury, Vashya Manava, Varna group Shudra

The gana and yoni belong to the nakshatra, as does the nadi. The sign lord and the Vashya and Varna groups belong to the Moon sign, which is why this nakshatra can match differently in each of its two signs.

The four padas

Each pada is 3°20′ of the zodiac and falls in one navamsa sign.

PadaSign and degreesNavamsa
1Taurus 23°20′ to 26°40′Leo
2Taurus 26°40′ to 30°00′Virgo
3Gemini 0°00′ to 3°20′Libra
4Gemini 3°20′ to 6°40′Scorpio

Guna milan with Mrigashira

Scored against all 36 nakshatra and sign combinations with the same engine as the kundli match. Where a score shows two numbers, the Varna point depends on which person is counted first. Tap one to see every koota.

With the Moon in Taurus

Highest scores

Lowest scores

27 of 36 combinations reach 18. Two people who are both Mrigashira in Taurus score 28, with no Nadi points because they share a nadi.

With the Moon in Gemini

Highest scores

Lowest scores

25 of 36 combinations reach 18. Two people who are both Mrigashira in Gemini score 28, with no Nadi points because they share a nadi.

Characteristics of Mrigashira

Mrigashira is the fifth of twenty seven nakshatras, recognized for its connection to the deity Soma. The symbol of a deer's head evokes the qualities of gentleness and curiosity. This nakshatra is located in both Taurus and Gemini, with its stars being Lambda and Phi Orionis. The transition between these two signs enhances the diverse qualities of those born under it. Mrigashira is considered to embody the search for knowledge, representing a desire to explore and understand the world. The positioning in the sky contributes to a blend of stability from Taurus and adaptability from Gemini, nurturing a personality that is inquisitive yet grounded.

Ruling Planet and Padas

Mrigashira is traditionally associated with Mars, suggesting qualities of courage and assertiveness. Individuals born under this nakshatra begin their life in the Mars mahadasha. How much of this period remains after birth depends on the Moon's position within the nakshatra. Mrigashira has four padas, each influencing personality traits. The first pada lies in Taurus and falls in the Leo navamsa, encouraging creativity. The second pada, also in Taurus, links to the Virgo navamsa, enhancing practicality. The third pada spans Gemini and falls in the Libra navamsa, promoting social harmony. The fourth pada is in Gemini, aligning with the Scorpio navamsa, adding intensity and depth.

Kundli Matching Insights

In kundli matching, Mrigashira's Deva gana and Serpent yoni play significant roles. These traits contribute to harmonious connections in relationships. When considering compatibility through guna milan, Mrigashira pairs well with Rohini and Purva Bhadrapada when in Taurus, while scoring highest with Hasta and Ardra in Gemini. Conversely, it finds lower compatibility with Purva Ashadha and Chitra in Taurus, as well as Anuradha and Pushya in Gemini. Additionally, the nadi associated with Mrigashira is Madhya. Understanding these dynamics enhances relationship insights, emphasizing the importance of considering complete birth charts for accurate compatibility assessments.

Is Mrigashira your nakshatra?

Your kundli shows the nakshatra and pada of your Moon, with the dasha it started. It needs the birth details and no account.