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Nakshatra 20 of 27 · Manushya gana

Purva Ashadha

पूर्वाषाढा A fan or winnowing basket

The early victory: the invincible, invigorating star.

Longitude
λ 253°20′ – 266°40′
Lord
Venus
Deity
Apas
Span
Sagittarius 13°20′ – 26°40′
Pale jade carving of a fan or winnowing basket, the symbol of Purva Ashadha
About Purva Ashadha

Purva Ashadha lies from 13°20′ to 26°40′ Sagittarius and is ruled by Venus. Its deity is Apas, the cosmic waters, and its symbol is a fan or a winnowing basket, which separates grain from chaff. The name means “the earlier invincible one”.

This is a nakshatra of conviction, purification and renewed energy. Like water, it cleanses and invigorates; like the winnowing basket, it sorts the true from the false. It is classed as fierce (ugra), suited to bold and decisive undertakings. Venus gives it charm and persuasive power.

Padas and navamsa

Four quarters of 3°20′

Each pada falls in a navamsa sign, used to read the D9 chart and to colour the nakshatra for anyone whose Moon or ascendant sits there.

Pada 1Sagittarius 13°20′ – 16°40′Leonavamsa
Pada 2Sagittarius 16°40′ – 20°00′Virgonavamsa
Pada 3Sagittarius 20°00′ – 23°20′Libranavamsa
Pada 4Sagittarius 23°20′ – 26°40′Scorpionavamsa
Born under Purva Ashadha

People with the Moon in Purva Ashadha tend to be confident, persuasive and idealistic, with a strong belief in what they do. They are often good speakers, debaters or advocates, and they rarely give up. Their first dasha is Venus.

Traditionally good for
  1. Debate and persuasion
  2. Bold undertakings
  3. Purification rites and bathing
  4. Facing a challenge directly

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