Swati Nakshatra
Lunar mansion 15 of 27 -- Deity: Vayu, Ruler: Rahu
Quick Facts
- Number
- 15 of 27
- Sanskrit Name
- Swati
- Deity
- Vayu
- Ruling Planet
- Rahu (Ra)
- Zodiac Range
- 186.67° -- 200.00°
- Padas
- 4 (3°20' each)
Ruler: Rahu
- Vimshottari Period
- 18 years
- Planet Key
- Ra
Four Padas of Swati
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
186.67° -- 190.00°
Pada 2
190.00° -- 193.33°
Pada 3
193.33° -- 196.67°
Pada 4
196.67° -- 200.00°
About Swati Nakshatra
Swati is the 15th of the 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. It spans from 186.67° to 200.00° in the sidereal zodiac.
The presiding deity of Swati is Vayu, 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 Swati 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.