Dhanishta Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 23 of 27 -- Deity: Vasu, Ruler: Mars
Quick Facts
- Number
- 23 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Dhanishta
- Deity
- Vasu
- Ruling Planet
- Mars (Ma)
- Zodiac Range
- 293.33° -- 306.67°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Mars
- Vimshottari Period
- 7 years
- Planet Key
- Ma
Four Padas of Dhanishta
Each nakshatra is divided into 4 padas (quarters) of 3°20' each. The pada determines the subtle variation in the nakshatra's energy based on its position within the constellation.
Pada 1
293.33° -- 296.67°
Pada 2
296.67° -- 300.00°
Pada 3
300.00° -- 303.33°
Pada 4
303.33° -- 306.67°
About Dhanishta Nakshatra
Dhanishta is the 23th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 293.33° to 306.67° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Dhanishta is Vasu, and it is ruled by the planet Mars in the Vimshottari dasha system. Natives born under this nakshatra are influenced by the characteristics of both the deity and the ruling planet.
Each pada (quarter) of Dhanishta falls in a different Navamsa sign, giving subtle variations in the expression of this nakshatra's energy. Understanding your birth nakshatra and pada provides deep insight into your personality, strengths, and life path.