Anuradha Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 17 of 27 -- Deity: Mitra, Ruler: Saturn
Quick Facts
- Number
- 17 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Anuradha
- Deity
- Mitra
- Ruling Planet
- Saturn (Sa)
- Zodiac Range
- 213.33° -- 226.67°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Saturn
- Vimshottari Period
- 19 years
- Planet Key
- Sa
Four Padas of Anuradha
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
213.33° -- 216.67°
Pada 2
216.67° -- 220.00°
Pada 3
220.00° -- 223.33°
Pada 4
223.33° -- 226.67°
About Anuradha Nakshatra
Anuradha is the 17th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 213.33° to 226.67° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Anuradha is Mitra, and it is ruled by the planet Saturn 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 Anuradha 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.