Ashwini Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 1 of 27 -- Deity: Ashwini Kumara, Ruler: Ketu
Quick Facts
- Number
- 1 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Ashwini
- Deity
- Ashwini Kumara
- Ruling Planet
- Ketu (Ke)
- Zodiac Range
- 0.00° -- 13.33°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Ketu
- Vimshottari Period
- 7 years
- Planet Key
- Ke
Four Padas of Ashwini
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
0.00° -- 3.33°
Pada 2
3.33° -- 6.67°
Pada 3
6.67° -- 10.00°
Pada 4
10.00° -- 13.33°
About Ashwini Nakshatra
Ashwini is the 1st of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 0.00° to 13.33° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Ashwini is Ashwini Kumara, 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 Ashwini 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.