Purva Phalguni Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 11 of 27 -- Deity: Bhaga, Ruler: Venus
Quick Facts
- Number
- 11 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Purva Phalguni
- Deity
- Bhaga
- Ruling Planet
- Venus (Ve)
- Zodiac Range
- 133.33° -- 146.67°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Venus
- Vimshottari Period
- 20 years
- Planet Key
- Ve
Four Padas of Purva Phalguni
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
133.33° -- 136.67°
Pada 2
136.67° -- 140.00°
Pada 3
140.00° -- 143.33°
Pada 4
143.33° -- 146.67°
About Purva Phalguni Nakshatra
Purva Phalguni is the 11th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 133.33° to 146.67° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Purva Phalguni is Bhaga, and it is ruled by the planet Venus 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 Purva Phalguni 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.