Hasta Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 13 of 27 -- Deity: Savitar, Ruler: Moon
Quick Facts
- Number
- 13 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Hasta
- Deity
- Savitar
- Ruling Planet
- Moon (Mo)
- Zodiac Range
- 160.00° -- 173.33°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Moon
- Vimshottari Period
- 10 years
- Planet Key
- Mo
Four Padas of Hasta
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
160.00° -- 163.33°
Pada 2
163.33° -- 166.67°
Pada 3
166.67° -- 170.00°
Pada 4
170.00° -- 173.33°
About Hasta Nakshatra
Hasta is the 13th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 160.00° to 173.33° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Hasta is Savitar, 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 Hasta 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.