Ashlesha nakshatra in Vedic astrology
Ashlesha is the clinging, perceptive nakshatra, associated with insight, intuition and the ability to see what is hidden.
Key facts about Ashlesha
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number | 9 of 27 |
| Ruling planet | Mercury |
| Deity | the Nagas, the serpent deities |
| Symbol | a coiled serpent |
| Gana (temperament) | Rakshasa (fierce) |
| Zodiac span | 16°40' to 30°00' Cancer |
| Sign | Cancer |
Ashlesha as a birth nakshatra
A Moon in Ashlesha is traditionally described as perceptive and guarded, with strong intuition and a tendency to hold on tightly.
How to read this
These are traditional associations, not a description that fits everyone. A nakshatra is only one part of a chart: the Moon's sign, the other planets, the houses and the dasha all shape how it is read. Use it as a prompt for reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Ashlesha nakshatra?
Mercury rules Ashlesha. This is the planet whose Vimshottari dasha a person starts in if their Moon was in Ashlesha at birth.
Which sign does Ashlesha fall in?
Ashlesha covers 16°40' to 30°00' Cancer, so it sits in Cancer.
What is the deity of Ashlesha?
The presiding deity of Ashlesha is the Nagas, the serpent deities.
How do I find my birth nakshatra?
It is the nakshatra your Moon was in at birth. Use the free nakshatra calculator with your birth date, time and place.
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