Rohini Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 4 of 27 -- Deity: Brahma, Ruler: Moon
Quick Facts
- Number
- 4 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Rohini
- Deity
- Brahma
- Ruling Planet
- Moon (Mo)
- Zodiac Range
- 40.00° -- 53.33°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Moon
- Vimshottari Period
- 10 years
- Planet Key
- Mo
Four Padas of Rohini
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
40.00° -- 43.33°
Pada 2
43.33° -- 46.67°
Pada 3
46.67° -- 50.00°
Pada 4
50.00° -- 53.33°
About Rohini Nakshatra
Rohini is the 4th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 40.00° to 53.33° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Rohini is Brahma, and it is ruled by the planet Moon 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 Rohini 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.