Vishakha Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 16 of 27 -- Deity: Indra-Agni, Ruler: Jupiter
Quick Facts
- Number
- 16 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Vishakha
- Deity
- Indra-Agni
- Ruling Planet
- Jupiter (Ju)
- Zodiac Range
- 200.00° -- 213.33°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Jupiter
- Vimshottari Period
- 16 years
- Planet Key
- Ju
Four Padas of Vishakha
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
200.00° -- 203.33°
Pada 2
203.33° -- 206.67°
Pada 3
206.67° -- 210.00°
Pada 4
210.00° -- 213.33°
About Vishakha Nakshatra
Vishakha is the 16th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 200.00° to 213.33° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Vishakha is Indra-Agni, and it is ruled by the planet Jupiter 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 Vishakha 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.