Magha Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 10 of 27 -- Deity: Pitri, Ruler: Ketu
Quick Facts
- Number
- 10 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Magha
- Deity
- Pitri
- Ruling Planet
- Ketu (Ke)
- Zodiac Range
- 120.00° -- 133.33°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Ketu
- Vimshottari Period
- 7 years
- Planet Key
- Ke
Four Padas of Magha
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
120.00° -- 123.33°
Pada 2
123.33° -- 126.67°
Pada 3
126.67° -- 130.00°
Pada 4
130.00° -- 133.33°
About Magha Nakshatra
Magha is the 10th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 120.00° to 133.33° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Magha is Pitri, and it is ruled by the planet Ketu 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 Magha 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.