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Nakshatra 22 of 27 · Deva gana

Shravana

श्रवण An ear, or three footprints

The listening star: learning by hearing, and the three steps of Vishnu.

Longitude
λ 280°00′ – 293°20′
Lord
Moon
Deity
Vishnu
Span
Capricorn 10°00′ – 23°20′
Pale jade carving of an ear, or three footprints, the symbol of Shravana
About Shravana

Shravana lies from 10°00′ to 23°20′ Capricorn and is ruled by the Moon. Its deity is Vishnu, and its symbols are an ear and three footprints, the three strides with which Vishnu measured the worlds. The name means “hearing”: the Vedas were passed down by listening.

This is a nakshatra of learning, listening and connection. It favours teachers, students, counsellors and anyone who carries knowledge from one person to the next. It is classed as movable (chara), favouring travel and movement, and it is highly regarded for beginning study.

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 1Capricorn 10°00′ – 13°20′Ariesnavamsa
Pada 2Capricorn 13°20′ – 16°40′Taurusnavamsa
Pada 3Capricorn 16°40′ – 20°00′Gemininavamsa
Pada 4Capricorn 20°00′ – 23°20′Cancernavamsa
Born under Shravana

People with the Moon in Shravana tend to be attentive, thoughtful and well-informed, often good listeners and teachers. They value tradition and learning, and they may travel widely. Their quiet, steady wisdom earns them respect. Their first dasha is the Moon.

Traditionally good for
  1. Beginning education (vidyarambha)
  2. Beginning travel
  3. Listening to scripture or teaching
  4. Counselling and advice

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