Mrigashira Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 5 of 27 -- Deity: Soma, Ruler: Mars
Quick Facts
- Number
- 5 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Mrigashira
- Deity
- Soma
- Ruling Planet
- Mars (Ma)
- Zodiac Range
- 53.33° -- 66.67°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Mars
- Vimshottari Period
- 7 years
- Planet Key
- Ma
Four Padas of Mrigashira
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
53.33° -- 56.67°
Pada 2
56.67° -- 60.00°
Pada 3
60.00° -- 63.33°
Pada 4
63.33° -- 66.67°
About Mrigashira Nakshatra
Mrigashira is the 5th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 53.33° to 66.67° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Mrigashira is Soma, and it is ruled by the planet Mars 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 Mrigashira 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.