Ardra Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 6 of 27 -- Deity: Rudra, Ruler: Rahu
Quick Facts
- Number
- 6 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Ardra
- Deity
- Rudra
- Ruling Planet
- Rahu (Ra)
- Zodiac Range
- 66.67° -- 80.00°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Rahu
- Vimshottari Period
- 18 years
- Planet Key
- Ra
Four Padas of Ardra
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
66.67° -- 70.00°
Pada 2
70.00° -- 73.33°
Pada 3
73.33° -- 76.67°
Pada 4
76.67° -- 80.00°
About Ardra Nakshatra
Ardra is the 6th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 66.67° to 80.00° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Ardra is Rudra, and it is ruled by the planet Rahu 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 Ardra 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.